Warning: None of the prayers in this article are intended to replace the need for professional medical monitoring, medical examinations, diagnoses or treatments. You should always consult your doctor and seek professional help.
One of the irreplaceable relationships in our lives is the one we have with our fathers. This cannot be traded for anything. It’s different from the bond we share with our mothers, siblings, friends, and so on.
Therefore, we must learn to say a word of prayer for our dads. This is one of the ways to show our love for them.
In this article, I will share the 7 powerful prayers to make for your dad. These prayers will release divine blessings and miracles.
1) Blessing prayer for my dad
“Heavenly Father, I thank You for the gift of my earthly father.
Through Him, I understand and recognize Your heart posture towards me. I am grateful for his love, care, and sacrifice to see me better. I love him and desire the best for him.
I ask that You bless my dad with Your grace. Help him make sound decisions and keep him in good health. I pray that Your favor and kindness will follow him everywhere, causing good luck and fortune to come into his life.
Dear God, You are the source of all blessings. So, I ask that You shower my dad with Your divine blessing today and always.
Thank You for Your unwavering love and answers to my prayer. Amen.”
Original StAgnes.net prayer. Copying prohibited, except with source.
This prayer reflects how much you value the sacrifice of your dad. It is a prayer of thanksgiving and a request for the blessings and favor of God over your dad.
If you say this prayer with your heart, the power of God will be released and great things will happen to your dad.
There is no specific time to say this prayer. Therefore, feel free to pray any time of the day.
Try these family prayers for strength during hard times.
2) Prayer of thanks for my dad
“Dear God, I thank You for the gift of my dad.
He is the best thing that has happened to me. I am grateful for the wisdom You gave him to lead my family. Thank You for meeting his needs. Thank You for his good health and soundness of mind.
I see Your goodness over my dad. Thank You for Your safety and protection. Thank You for the strength You gave to my dad during moments of challenges. I love my dad so much and I’m grateful for the bond we share.
Lord, thank youYoufor the beautiful memories I share with my dad and the lessons I learned in the process. These have shaped my character and made me a solid individual. I come before You today to thank You for my dad.
Amen.”
Original StAgnes.net prayer. Copying prohibited, except with source.
This isn’t a petition. It’s a demonstration of gratitude for the gift of your dad. In this prayer, express your deep appreciation for everything that pertains to your dad.
When you express gratitude, it builds a deeper bond between you and your dad, which is a good thing.
In addition to this, it also fills you with positive energy and attracts good fortune to your dad.
Say this prayer right now!
3) Prayer for my dad to get better
“Dear God, I come before You today on behalf of my dad.
He needs Your healing touch at this moment. I ask that You fill him with Your strength in these trying times. Grant him a speedy recovery. Keep his body fit and strong once again.
Father, surround my dad with Your presence and constantly assure him of Your promise concerning his health.
Thank You for Your healing, Lord. Amen.”
Original StAgnes.net prayer. Copying prohibited, except with source.
If your dad is sick, this is the prayer to say for him today.
One of the things I do is to write my desire for his healing on a white piece of paper. This keeps my focus. It’s one of the best ways to manifest your intentions even as you pray.
This prayer has worked for me.
4) Short prayer for my dad in heaven
“Dear Lord,
I thank you for the beautiful memories of my dad. Even though I miss him, I am sure he is in a better place. Grant him eternal rest by Your side. Shower him with divine love and comfort.
Also, I ask that You strengthen me to move on with my life despite the hole I feel from this loss.
In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.”
Original StAgnes.net prayer. Copying prohibited, except with source.
The memory of your deceased father should remain a constant source of encouragement and inspiration. It should fill your heart with warmth and gratitude for his well-spent life.
Although, it comes with a bit of sorrow (because you miss him). You can say this prayer every anniversary of your dad, or anytime you think of him.
I believe you shold save the 1 year anniversary prayer for your dad and these short prayers for the loss of a father.
5) Prayer for my dad before surgery
“Dear God,
I come before You today on behalf of my dad. He is going for surgery in a few minutes and I want him to come out successful.
Grant the surgeons and nurses divine wisdom and skill to properly carry out the surgical process. I ask that You strengthen my dad to go through this successfully.
Father, I pray that his wounds heal faster leading to a total recovery.
Thank You for hearing my prayers. Amen.”
Original StAgnes.net prayer. Copying prohibited, except with source.
Before your dad goes for surgery, you can say these words of prayer. If you can, hold your dad’s hands and say this prayer with him.
But you can also say this prayer in secret.
When you pray, the power of God will be released for the surgery to go well. Start praying by saying these words right away.
6) Prayer for my dad in the hospital
“Dear Lord,
Thank You for Your healing power at work in my dad. It breaks my heart to see him sick. Therefore, I humbly ask for strength.
Please, Lord, make him well again. Comfort, protect and encourage him during this trying moment. I ask that negative energy and evil spirits be expelled from his environment, creating the necessary atmosphere for his healing.
I say this prayer in Your name, Amen.”
Original StAgnes.net prayer. Copying prohibited, except with source.
Once you hear that your dad is in the hospital, it means you need to start praying to God. This isn’t the time to slack, worry, or give in to fear.
When we pray, our mind is filled with faith and optimism. This also releases God’s healing power over your dad.
Also save these birthday prayers for your brother (printable prayers).
7) Prayer for my dad on his birthday
“Heavenly Father,
I thank You for Your love over my father. Today is his birthday and I am grateful for preserving his life to this day.
Thank You for showering him with wisdom, strength, and peace. On this day, I ask that You bless him, favor him, and cause Your grace to shine on him.
May he continue to experience good health and happiness. Amen.”
Original StAgnes.net prayer. Copying prohibited, except with source.
A father’s birthday is one of the special moments in our lives. It’s the time to celebrate our fathers by praying for them and showering them with gifts, love, and support.
This special prayer should be made for him.
Before you leave, also save these family prayers for your family in difficult times.
When should I pray for my dad?
You can say this prayer any time of the day. If your prayer moment is in the morning, then, say this prayer in the morning. It does not work with a specific moment of the day. All you need is FAITH.
Once you have faith in God, your prayers will work any time of the day.
Some have recommended praying for your dad at midnight. But, none of that matters. I have said these prayers for my dad in the morning and gotten results.
Therefore, don’t be limited to a specific time of the day. Feel free to pray any time of the day.
Can I pray every day?
Yes, you can pray every day. However, it is not compulsory to pray for your dad every day.
Other aspects of your life will need your attention and prayers as well. This is why it’s practically impossible to say this prayer every day. If you can, it’s fine. But don’t beat yourself up when you skip a day.
I say this prayer only on weekends and it has worked every single time. Once you put your heart to it, every little moment you spend in prayer will generate tremendous power.
Will these prayers help my dad?
Yes, these prayers will help your dad. The bond you share with your dad is an important element for effective praying. Since this connection exists, you should expect to get great results.
By constantly saying these prayers for your dad, you will release the blessing of God over your dad. This will help his mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual health.
Conclusion
The Bible says “Pray without ceasing …” Therefore, we must never give up on prayer. Keep your heart fixed on this spiritual exercise and don’t stop – until the results you desire are gotten.
If you say these 7 powerful prayers, you will get speedy answers. It will also help your dad wherever he is.
- Start the prayer with thanksgiving;
- End the prayer with gratitude.
This is how to keep your heart positive all through the prayer moment. It’s a crucial element to add while praying for your dad. Get on your knees and start praying right away!
