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Prayer for a Child Walking to School

For parents watching a child walk or bike to school alone for the first time.

“Then shalt thou walk in thy way safely, and thy foot shall not stumble.”

Proverbs 3:23 (KJV)

Lord, my child is walking to school on their own. I want them to grow up, but I worry about their safety.

Protect them at every crossing. Keep them alert to traffic and wise about strangers. Help them stay on their path and arrive safely.

Then shalt thou walk in thy way safely, and thy foot shall not stumble. Let my child walk safely today.

Give me peace while they are out of my sight. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Short prayer to remember

Lord, help my child walk safely to school today. Amen.

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Questions about this prayer

How can I teach my child to walk to school safely?

Practice the route together, teach road rules, and agree on what to do if something feels wrong.

Can I pray this for a child riding the bus?

Yes. It fits any trip to school.

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