Focus on the Family with Jim Daly

The Power of Prayer in Your Daughter's Life

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May 15, 2025
In this enlightening discussion, Stacey Thacker, Director of Women's Ministry at First Orlando and a mother of four daughters, shares insights on empowering young girls through prayer. She emphasizes the challenges teens face today, from social media pressures to mental health issues. Stacey introduces her SOFT method for praying effectively and highlights the pivotal role of prayer in strengthening mother-daughter relationships. Listeners will appreciate her personal anecdotes on cultivating emotional well-being and trusting in God as daughters navigate life's ups and downs.
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INSIGHT

Mental Health Crisis in Teen Girls

  • Teen girls are facing a mental health crisis with rising anxiety and suicide rates compared to boys.
  • The pressures of social media and fitting in contribute to girls feeling weak and fearful about their future.
ADVICE

Model Prayer With Your Daughter

  • Model prayer by praying openly with your daughter, even in simple moments like car rides.
  • Ask your daughter how you can pray for her, listening carefully to her needs and feelings.
ADVICE

Use the SOFT Prayer Method

  • Use the SOFT acronym to guide prayers for your daughter: See others, Offer appropriate responses, Feel feelings healthily, Take time to recover.
  • This encourages compassion, emotional health, and balance in a teen girl’s life.
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