Prayers for a Child Having Surgery can provide comfort, courage and strength for the child as well as the parents during this difficult time. As a parent, knowing your child needs surgery can be an incredibly scary and emotional experience. Turning to prayer, faith and God during this time provides an opportunity to gain peace, perspective and grace.
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Uplifting Bible Verses
The word of God reminds us of His mighty power, steadfast love and faithfulness. Meditate on these bible verses as you prepare your heart before surgery:
Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 4:6-7)
“Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.” (1 Peter 5:7)
“God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.” (Psalm 46:1)
“I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.” (Philippians 4:13)
“But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.” (Isaiah 40:31)
“Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken.” (Psalm 55:22)
Prayer Before Surgery for a Child
Heavenly Father, I humbly come before you today to lift up my precious child into your loving hands. [Child’s name] is going into surgery soon to [reason for surgery]. I ask that you would please bless the surgeons and medical staff and guide their hands throughout the operation from start to finish. Please grant them wisdom, discernment and steady hands so that everything goes smoothly without any complications.
Lord, I pray that you fill [child’s name] with your joy and peace as [he/she] prepares for this surgery. Help [him/her] to feel your presence in a mighty way. Take away all fear and anxiety and give [him/her] your perfect comfort and courage.
I pray for quick healing and recovery after the surgery. Please bless [child’s name]’s body to respond well to the operation so that [he/she] may return to full health.
Thank you God for always watching over my [son/daughter]. I claim your promises of protection, hope and healing over [his/her] life. In Jesus’s mighty name, Amen.
A Prayer for a Child Having Surgery
Heavenly Father, I come before you today to lift up my precious child [child’s name] into your healing hands. [He/She] is facing surgery soon for [reason for surgery]. I pray that you would surround [him/her] with your peace and comfort. Take away all anxiety and fear and give [him/her] courage.
Lord, I pray that you guide the surgeons throughout the operation. Please grant skill and wisdom to their hands, and discernment to their minds. I pray that you would bless the doctors, nurses and medical staff. Give them sharp focus, alertness and compassion. Please help the surgery to go smoothly without any complications or issues.
I ask that your mighty healing power flow through my child. Please help [his/her] body to respond well to the surgery so that [he/she] recovers fully and quickly.
Thank you Lord for always watching over my little one. I trust that you will protect [him/her] before, during and after this surgery. I claim your promises of hope, healing, restoration and life over [child’s name]. In Jesus’s name, Amen.
A Prayer to Say Before Surgery for a Child
Heavenly Father, as my precious child [child’s name] prepares to undergo surgery today for [reason for surgery], I ask that you fill [his/her] little heart with courage. Please surround [him/her] with your peace that passes all understanding. As [he/she] goes into surgery, I pray that your loving hands guide the surgeon throughout the operation from the first cut to the last stitch. Grant the medical staff wisdom in their tasks. Please help everything to go smoothly without any issues or complications arising.
Most of all Lord, I ask that you watch closely over my [son/daughter] as [he/she] has surgery today. Hold [him/her] tightly to your chest and do not let go until [he/she] is safely back in my arms again. Please bless [his/her] body with swift and full healing and recovery. In Jesus’s mighty name, Amen.
Powerful Prayer for a Child’s Surgery
Heavenly Father, I come to you today with a heavy heart as my precious [son/daughter] [child’s name] prepares for [his/her] surgery. While I know that you hold my [son/daughter] in the palm of your hand, my mama’s heart is filled with concern. As [he/she] undergoes surgery for [reason for surgery], I pray that you guide the surgeon’s hands with precision and steadiness. I pray for divine wisdom, discernment and clarity of mind for the medical staff. Please help them to perform their tasks with excellence so that everything goes smoothly without any problems arising.
Most of all Lord, I ask that you envelop my child in your loving arms. Fill [him/her] up with your courage and comfort. Remind [him/her] of your promises of healing, hope, restoration and life. Let [him/her] feel your presence in the operating room in a mighty way. And finally, I humbly request and believe that you will complete the good work you have started in my [son/daughter] – that you will breathe healing and full recovery into [his/her] body. In Jesus’s name I pray, Amen.
Uplifting Bible Verses Before Surgery
As you ready your heart for your child’s upcoming surgery, reflect on these powerful words of scripture:
“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” (Isaiah 41:10)
“Praise the Lord, my soul, and forget not all his benefits—who forgives all your sins and heals all your diseases, who redeems your life from the pit and crowns you with love and compassion” (Psalm 103: 2-4)
“‘For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.'” (Jeremiah 29:11)
“The Lord will rescue me from every evil attack and will bring me safely to his heavenly kingdom. To him be glory for ever and ever. Amen.” (2 Timothy 4:18)
“Cast all your anxiety on Him, because He cares for you.” (1 Peter 5:7)
“Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable–if anything is excellent or praiseworthy–think about such things.” (Philippians 4:8)
More Prayers for a Successful Surgery
Lord, we thank you for the gift of medicine and the knowledgeable hands of surgeons, doctors and nurses. We lift up this surgery to you and pray for [child’s name]’s protection. Bless the medical team with wisdom, skill, and compassion. Guide their decisions and movements. Keep the surgeons’ hands steady, minds clear, and eyes focused.
Remove all anxiety from [child’s name] and set [his/her] mind at ease. Fill [him/her] with courage and hope. Build [his/her] trust in you as [he/she] places [himself/herself] in your healing hands.
We claim healing and full recovery as your promises over [child’s name]. Bring complete restoration to [his/her] body. In Jesus’s name, Amen.
Lord, we know that you are the Great Physician. As [child’s name] undergoes surgery today, we pray for your healing, peace and blessings over [his/her] body from head to toe. Please guide the hands of the surgeons throughout the operation. Bless them with skill, wisdom, insight and care. We ask that you watch closely over the medical staff in the operating room. Give them sharp discernment, focus and compassion for their important tasks. Remove all distractions and fatigue far from them.
Most of all Lord, we pray for your divine protection and healing over [child’s name]. Bring [him/her] comfort and hope in you. Lead [