10 Powerful Prayer Points For Family (With Scriptures And Prayers)
- Karen O'Reilly
- Apr 3
- 6 min read
Why pray for your family?
Have you ever felt a burden to pray for your family but weren’t quite sure where to begin?
Maybe there are moments when you sense a spiritual battle in your home—or you simply long to see your loved ones flourish in their walk with God. Whether your family is going through a joyful season or facing difficult challenges, prayer is one of the most powerful ways you can stand in the gap.
When we pray, we invite God’s presence, wisdom, and peace into our relationships. We align our hearts with His promises and trust that He is working behind the scenes, even when we can’t see it. And the beautiful thing is—we don’t have to do it alone.
That’s why I created the 365-Day Prayer Challenge—a year-long guide to help you pray with purpose every single day. It includes daily Scripture-based prompts for adoration, confession, thanksgiving, and specific prayer points each month for your family, your spouse, your church, your friends, your personal life, and even the world. It’s designed to help you stay consistent in prayer and cover every area of your life with God’s Word.
But I will tell you more about this challenge further down this post!
Prayer Points For Family
In this post, I want to share 10 powerful prayer points you can begin praying over your family today, each rooted in Scripture and filled with faith. These are simple but strong prayers to help you speak life over your home.
The Power of Praying Scripture Over Your Family
There’s something powerful that happens when we pray God’s Word back to Him.
Scripture-based prayer isn’t about fancy words or perfect phrasing—it’s about anchoring our prayers in the truth of God’s promises.
When you pray Scripture, you’re not just offering your own hopes—you’re agreeing with what God has already said. You’re standing on solid ground, speaking life over your family, and declaring that God's will be done in your home.
The Bible is full of promises about God’s protection, provision, peace, and purpose for families. When we use those promises in prayer, we align ourselves with His heart and allow His Word to renew our minds and shift our perspective—even in the most difficult seasons.
Praying Scripture also gives us confidence. It reminds us that we’re not alone in this. We’re partnering with a faithful, loving Father who cares deeply about every member of our family.
Coming up next, I’ll walk you through 10 powerful Scripture-based prayer points you can start using right away to pray for your family.
Let’s get started!
10 Powerful Prayer Points for Your Family (with Scriptures and Prayers)
1. Pray for Each Family Member’s Relationship with God
“Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved—you and your household.” – Acts 16:31
Lord, I pray that every member of my family would come to know You personally. Soften their hearts, draw them to Jesus, and let our home be a place where faith is alive and growing.
2. Pray for Unity and Love in Your Home
“How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together in unity!” – Psalm 133:1
Father, help us to walk in love and patience with one another. Let unity bind us together, and may forgiveness always win over offense.
3. Pray for Protection and Safety
“The Lord will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore.” – Psalm 121:8
Lord, cover my family with Your protection. Keep us safe in our comings and goings. Guard us physically, emotionally, and spiritually each day.
4. Pray for Wisdom and Guidance
“If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God… and it will be given to you.” – James 1:5
God, grant each of us wisdom in our decisions—big and small. Lead us by Your Spirit and help us to follow Your will, not our own.
5. Pray for Peace in the Home
“The Lord blesses his people with peace.” – Psalm 29:11
Jesus, be the Prince of Peace in our home. Remove tension, anxiety, and fear. Fill every room with Your calm and comfort.
6. Pray for Health and Healing
“He sent out His word and healed them; He rescued them from the grave.” – Psalm 107:20
Lord, I ask for physical, emotional, and mental healing for anyone in my family who is struggling. Restore us, renew us, and make us whole.
7. Pray for Joy and Gratitude
“The joy of the Lord is your strength.” – Nehemiah 8:10
Father, replace weariness with joy. Teach us to be thankful in all things and to find strength in You, even in difficult moments.
8. Pray for Purpose and Calling
“For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” – Ephesians 2:10
God, reveal Your purpose to each of us. Help us walk in our calling and use our gifts to serve You and others. Let our lives point to You.
9. Pray for Good Communication and Understanding
“Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry.” – James 1:19
Lord, teach us to listen well and speak with love. Help us understand one another’s hearts and be patient, even in frustration.
10. Pray for Generational Blessing and Legacy
“But from everlasting to everlasting the Lord’s love is with those who fear him, and his righteousness with their children’s children.” – Psalm 103:17
Father, let our family be rooted in You for generations to come. May our legacy be one of faith, love, and obedience to You.
How to Use These Prayer Points
You don’t need hours of free time or the perfect environment to pray for your family—you just need intention. These prayer points are designed to help you pray with purpose, whether you have five minutes or a full hour.
Here are a few simple ways you can start using them today:
1. Choose One Prayer Point Per Day
Start your morning or end your evening with just one of the points. Read the Scripture out loud, then personalize the prayer by adding your family’s names.
2. Pray Together as a Family
Use one prayer point during a meal or bedtime. Let everyone take turns reading the verse or adding their own prayer. It doesn’t have to be formal—just heartfelt.
3. Journal Your Prayers
Write down each prayer point in a notebook or prayer journal. Note any specific needs you’re lifting up—and record how God answers them over time.
4. Make It a Daily Rhythm with the 365-Day Prayer Challenge
If you want to go deeper and build a consistent habit of prayer, the 365-Day Prayer Challenge can guide you step-by-step.
You’ll receive daily prompts that include adoration, confession, thanksgiving, and scripture-based intercession—not only for your family but also for your spouse, friends, church, community, and the world.
Each day is simple, intentional, and rooted in God’s Word—so you’re never left wondering what to pray for or where to begin.
How to Pray for Your Family All Year Long (Even When Life Gets Busy)
Maybe you’ve read through these prayer points and thought, “I want to pray like this more often… but life is so full, I barely know where to begin.” You’re not alone.
That’s exactly why I created the 365-Day Prayer Challenge—to help busy believers like you stay consistent in prayer, one day at a time.
This printable prayer resource gives you:
✨ Daily prayer prompts that follow the ACTS model—Adoration, Confession, Thanksgiving, and Supplication
📖 A daily Scripture to reflect on and pray through
🗓️ Monthly themed prayer focuses—with dedicated prayer points for your family, spouse, friends, church, personal growth, government leaders, and even global missions
Whether you’re new to prayer or just want more structure and support, this challenge will help you build a rhythm of prayer that transforms your life—and your family.
You don’t need perfect words. You just need a willing heart and a plan.
Ready to begin?
👉 [Join the 365-Day Prayer Challenge here] and start praying with focus and faith—one day at a time.
Friend, your prayers matter.
Even the quietest prayer whispered in faith can move mountains in your family’s life. You don’t need long, eloquent words—just a willing heart that believes God is able.
Whether you’re praying for healing, unity, protection, or salvation, you’re sowing seeds that will bear fruit in due time.
Start small if you need to. Choose one prayer point and begin there. And remember—God is already working behind the scenes, even when you don’t see immediate results.
More Prayer Resources
Printable/Digital Prayer Bundle (All our prayer resources in a discounted bundle - so many goodies!)
The Power of Prayer Verses: 17 Scriptures to Strengthen Your Faith
Scriptural Grace Resource Library (FREE) HERE.
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