Biblical Answer

The Power of a PRAYING PARENT to remind them. Only the power of God through prayer can make the difference. Nearly everyone struggles somewhat in the area of proper body care. But because of the health books Ive written and the exercise program I have developed, I can step into the gap right now and answer that need. You can effect a change in the life of any child you care about. All it takes is a heart that says, God, show me how to pray in a way that will make a dif-

ficulties in our lives, but also in the lives of our children. In fact, the Bible says that God will visit the iniquity of the fathers upon the children to the third and fourth generations (Exodus 34:7). This means that the choices we make as parents can have a lasting impact on our children's lives.

As a praying parent, you can play a significant role in shaping your child's life and helping them develop essential heart issues. Prayer can help your child gain a clear perspective of what it means to be a good parent, and open the door to Holy Spirit guidance on how to handle the parenting challenges that arise. This is especially important for parents who are struggling with chronic illnesses, as it can be difficult to provide the care and attention that our children need. However, with prayer, we can ask God to give us the strength and wisdom we need to parent our children effectively, even in the midst of our own struggles.

In addition to the emotional and spiritual benefits of prayer, it can also have a positive impact on our physical health. The Bible says that God heals through doctors, too (Matthew 9:12), and prayer can help us to have a healthy perspective on our bodies and our health. By praying for our children's physical and emotional well-being, we can ask God to give us the strength and wisdom we need to care for them effectively, even in the midst of our own struggles with chronic illness. Ultimately, the power of prayer is a gift that can bring healing, hope, and guidance to our families, and help us to raise children who are strong in their faith and committed to living a life that honors God.