When Joseph saw his father placing his right hand on Ephraim's head he was displeased; so he took hold of his father's hand to move it from Ephraim's head to Manasseh's head. Genesis 48:17
No matter how hard we try, we cannot force the destiny of our children. Joseph was unhappy when his father Jacob gave the higher blessing to his youngest son. He tried to force his father into changing, but Jacob wouldn't budge. Ephraim would be greater than Manasseh.
Lord, I want the best for my children. Sometimes I wish I could make it happen for them, but I know their destiny is Your concern. Help me to take my hands off of them. Accept my constant prayers on their behalf. They are called to mighty things. Fill them with Your Spirit, so You will be glorified.