Daily Bible Verses and Prayer:
Wednesday, October 28, 2020
This week we will be praying a prayer written by:
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A Prayer for Our Country and Our Leadership:
How do we pray for our country and its leaders, current and future?
Does our vote really matter? And for whom do we vote?
Can we or our prayers help turn the tide of our nation?
If you’re seeking answers for any of these questions, here’s a prayer that might help!
Scripture:
First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for everyone, for kings and all who are in high positions, so that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and dignity.
1 Timothy 2:1 (NRSV)
Prayer:
As a nation, God, help us to desire righteousness more than rights, and to mirror sacrifice more than selfishness. You know us well, and You understand our flaws. Turn those weaknesses into strengths; bathe us with Your grace and mercy, though none of us deserve it. Fill us with the boldness to choose the kind of freedom that will benefit all, rather than a few. Open our eyes to see others as You do—with godly potential and value. But help us, too, to recognize our own pride in trying to elevate ourselves and others above You and Your purpose for our lives.
We need, You, God. Oh, how we need You! You have exercised nothing but faithfulness and fairness in Your treatment of our country, even when we’ve turned our back on You and forgotten Your goodness to us. Your discipline at times is hard, but You are just. Your purpose is always to draw us close to You, to bless us, and to make us a great nation who honors You. You are a good, good, Father—and Your love for us has a proven track record.
In the precious and powerful name of Jesus, Amen!
