Our Nation and its Leaders

The Bible tells us that it is God who sets up governments and puts people in positions of authority.  We are also told to pray for our leaders and for our people.  The prayers to the left will deepen your walk with the Lord and are great prayers to pray along with.

We encourage you to take a few moments, pick one of these prayers and let it lead you in prayer.  Then, spend a few more minutes meditating on just how great a God we serve.

A Prayer for a Better Tomorrow

“...there are many things which are worthy of our prayers.  People need jobs, the hungry must be fed, the sick must be cared for, and our education must prepare the youth of today for the world of tomorrow.  Are these not the things for which we should be praying?... ”     more

A Prayer for People at War

“...The planes overhead and the tanks on the ground; black billowing smoke rising from rockets and burning buildings; the shrill sound of sirens, screeching ambulances and crowds carrying dead bodies down crowded streets, must remind You of man’s inhumanity to man.  We think of the pain we feel and the heavy hearts we experience when these scenes and noises enter our living rooms, how is it possible for You to refrain from bringing damnation on both the house of Israel and the house of Gaza... ”    more

A Prayer for Civil Servants

“...This week we are burdened for the multitude of civil servants who work to make living, sharing and working together, fruitful, fulfilling and joyful.   We pray for those who serve in positions of great responsibilities and those of lesser responsibilities, those who represent millions and those who serve hundreds, those whose decision will affect generations still to be born and those who serve the immediate needs of today... ”    more

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