"Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart."Jeremiah 1:5
Every Child Is Known by God
Before this child took their first breath, God knew them. This is not a poetic sentiment — it is a theological reality. Every new life is a person known, loved, and purposed by God before birth. As a parent, you are a steward of a life that belongs to God first.
A Prayer of Dedication for Your Baby
🙏 Prayer
Lord, I present [name] to You. You formed every part of this child in the womb with intention and love. Before they can speak, before they can choose, I dedicate them to You. Protect their body, guard their mind, shape their character. Give me wisdom to raise them in a way that points them toward You. I acknowledge that they belong to You before they belong to me. Thank You for the privilege and the weight of this calling. Amen.
A Prayer for the Parents
🙏 Prayer
Lord, this child is more than I can handle in my own strength — and that is exactly where You want me. I cannot be a perfect parent. But I can be a praying parent. Give me wisdom when I don't know what to do. Give me patience when I am exhausted. Give me love that covers every mistake I will inevitably make. Be present in this home. Amen.