President Bush spoke to members of the media earlier this week from the Diplomatic Reception Room of the White House. He urged members of Congress to pass the economic rescue plan, saying, "We're at a critical moment for our economy, and we need legislation that decisively address the troubled assets now clogging the financial system, lenders resume the flow of credit to consumers and businesses, and allows the American economy to get moving again." Pray for the President as he continues to give leadership to this crucial national concern. Photo courtesy of the White House. | Pray for President Bush as he continues to work with Treasury Secretary Paulson, members of Congress, both candidates and others to help resolve issues with the American economy. Pray for God’s wisdom and help for all involved. The President is altering his schedule to remain available to work on this crucial issue. Give thanks for action taken by the Senate Wednesday; pray for members of the House as they return Thursday to vote.
Pray for Senator Joe Biden and Governor Sarah Palin as they debate at Washington University in St. Louis, MO tonight, asking God to help each of the vice presidential candidates to show their true character and to effectively express their views. Pray for the safety of everyone involved, and for the electorate to fully engage.
Pray for Senator John McCain and Senator Barack Obama as they both prepare for the second presidential debate to be held October 7 at Belmont University in Nashville, TN. This town-hall style debate will be moderated by Tom Brokaw who will call on audience members and pose questions submitted through the Internet. Pray for the candidates as they prepare; pray for their health and strength and for both men to portray their views and policies effectively and accurately so voters can choose wisely on November 4.
Pray for our country as we struggle through this season of economic difficulty, asking that our nation will corporately repent of the sins of greed and avarice. Pray for a spirit of repentance and humility to move across America and pray for a willingness to sacrifice for the common good.
Pray for persons in greater Galveston, TX as they continue to deal with the devastation wrought by Hurricane Ike. Pray for comfort and strength for those who have lost loved ones as the death toll is now at 67. Pray for those working on recovery and rebuilding to be aided by both non-profit and government agencies to do the best job in each neighborhood and for each family impacted. Pray for those left homeless and jobless by this devastating storm.
As food safety is again in the news, pray for continued protection of ours and the world’s food supply, asking God to lead those responsible for safeguarding our food. Give thanks for new legislation that requires country of origin information on food labels; pray for this and other measures to be effective in safeguarding all that we eat, whether produced here or overseas.
Pray for our troops as they work to protect citizens abroad and at home, asking God to provide each one with His mighty protection and cover. Pray for those who have lost loved ones to know God’s presence and love and pray for them to know the gratitude of Americans whose freedom they safeguard.
The Lord is my strength and my song; He has become my salvation. He is my God, and I will praise Him, my father's God, and I will exalt Him.
—The Bible, Exodus 15:2 (NIV)
Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.
—The Bible, Hebrews 4:16 (N(V)
You often write us, asking for resources that include the great quotations we use on the PPT website week to week. We’re pleased to be able to offer one of those great books this week, bundled with another wonderful volume! Prayers of the Presidents and Prayer, Power & Petticoats: Lessons in Faith from the First Ladies will both inspire you as you learn the rich and meaningful stories of the religious heritage of our country. Learn more HERE.
 Senator John Kyl is a member of the PPT Honorary Committee. Pray for him and all members of Congress as they faithfully serve our country. |
Of course, private prayer is, in many respects, more vital to life’s faith journey than public prayer; but in this time when many look askance at prayers in public, I think my friends should know there are many leaders in Washington who believe public expressions of faith are very important.
As a public figure, I am frequently told that people are praying for me. It is humbling and comforting, and very meaningful for me. I also have many to pray for. And I know the President appreciates our prayers.
—John Kyl, Senator from Arizona and member of PPT’s Honorary Committee
As an intercessor, be careful not to seek too much information from God regarding the situation you are praying about, because you may be overwhelmed. If you know too much, more than God has ordained for you to know, you can’t pray; the circumstances of the people become so overpowering that you are no longer able to get to the underlying truth.
Our work is to be in such close contact with God that we may have His mind about everything, but we shirk that responsibility by substituting doing for interceding. And yet intercession is the only thing that has no drawbacks, because it keeps our relationship completely open with God.
—Oswald Chambers, in My Utmost for His Highest
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The wild cheers for Governor Sarah Palin have quieted following some difficult and awkward moments in recent interviews. Some are calling for her to graciously step down, and the nation is eager to see how she will perform in Thursday night’s debate. She is preparing for the debate at Senator McCain’s Arizona ranch and the McCain team has expressed great confidence in her abilities.
Meanwhile, Senator Joe Biden has returned home to Delaware to prepare for Thursday’s meet-up. Gov. Jennifer Granholm of Michigan is playing the role of Governor Palin in Biden’s practice sessions.
As we consider the pressure on both vice presidential candidates, we must pray for this debate, and the remaining two, for they will play a crucial role in the outcome of the elections. Pray for these candidates and their coaches and running mates as they prepare; pray for voters to genuinely engage in the debates and for truth and integrity to characterize every remaining part of the election.
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President and Mrs. Kennedy disembark from their aircraft upon arriving in Dallas, November 22, 1963. Photo courtesy of the John F. Kennedy Museum and Library. |
America has endured many days of great tragedy, and one such day was November 22, 1963 when President John F. Kennedy was assassinated. Read more.
October is a crucial month as we head toward the elections on November 4! We’ve created a beautiful, downloadable calendar for you! Download and enjoy it HERE.
Portrait courtesy of the White House Historical Society. |
You have the highest of human trusts committed to your care. Providence has showered on this favored land blessings without number, and has chosen you as the guardians of freedom, to preserve it for the benefit of the human race. May He who holds in His hands the destinies of nations, make you worthy of the favors He has bestowed, and enabled you, with pure hearts and hands and sleepless vigilance, to guard and defend to the end of time, the great charge He has committed to your keeping.
—Andrew Jackson
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We don’t know who it will be, but we know one thing, in this, the greatest country in the world, whoever is elected President in November will need our prayers.
Shortly after taking office, President Harry Truman said to reporters: "Boys, if you ever pray, pray for me now.” Truman understood the importance of prayer to the presidency. Whoever is elected, he will need our prayers as he leads. Offer your commitment to pray HERE.
I’ve been watching with interest the developments in the effort to rescue America’s failing economy. When the House of Representatives failed to pass the plan on Monday, my heart was heavy with concern. I felt that we needed to increase our prayers, not only for President Bush, but also for all who are working to shape and implement the plan as well as our representatives who each had to choose how they would vote.
We quickly wrote and sent an urgent prayer alert Monday afternoon, sending it to hundreds of thousands of dedicated intercessors. I want to say “thank you” to each of you for praying, for this is the essence of The Presidential Prayer Team. When our leaders have a need, we know they can count on PPT to intercede.
After the prayer alert was sent, we heard from many of you, expressing your concern, your views and opinions and, mostly, promising your prayers. You continue to play a crucial role in this crisis. As we wait on God for His solution, we know that you will continue to seek God for the answer that can come from Him alone. And yes, we must pray for our nation to repent of greed, to call on Him for repentance and revival. And as we do, we trust God together. Thank you for your invaluable partnership. You are making a difference in our country.
Jane Hansen Hoyt, the president of Aglow International, one of the world’s largest women’s organizations, speaks at the ''A Voice for the Times: Calling Women to Transform their Nation,'' prayer gathering on Saturday, Sept. 27, 2008 in Washington, D.C. Photo courtesy of the Christian Post. |
Evangelical Women Pray to Transform America
Courtesy of the Christian Post, Michelle A. Vu, reporter
More than 2,000 evangelical women gathered in the nation’s capital last weekend to pray for positive change in the country ahead of the upcoming presidential election.
Under the banner “A Voice for the Times: Calling Women to Transform their Nation,” participants of Aglow International’s Sept. 26-28 conference were called to pray for a spiritual awakening in the country and to be engaged in the election process. Read more.
Our very popular 40 Days to Pray the Vote initiative begins its final 40 days today! When you sign up for this key initiative, we’ll send you an email every morning with a simple Scripture verse, a short prayer and an inspiring photo that will encourage you as you pray! Click HERE to learn more.
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America's Constitution forbids a religious test for office, and that's the way it should be. An American President serves people of every faith, and serves some of no faith at all. Yet I have found my faith helps me in the service to people. Faith teaches humility…A recognition that we are small in God's universe, yet precious in His sight. It has sustained me in moments of success, and in moments of disappointment. Without it I would be a different person, and without it I doubt I'd be here today.
—George W. Bush at the National Prayer Breakfast, February 1, 2001
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You appreciate them all year long, but do you remember to tell those who serve you in ministry that you are grateful for them and their ministry? October is Clergy Appreciation Month, and the Presidential Prayer Team is encouraging you to find creative, meaningful ways to express appreciation to pastors, youth workers, children’s ministers and all clergy! We’ve created a unique and beautiful eCard that you can send, free of charge. Click HERE to preview.
This U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class prepares for a patrol at Joint Base Balad, Iraq. Pray for our troops as they continue to work to bring peace and freedom to the people of Iraq, praying for God’s powerful covering and safety over each one. Photo courtesy of the Department of Defense. |
Jacob is in Iraq--in the heat of the battle zone. I am not sure when he will be home again. He came home at the end of last year to get married and start construction on a new house for him and the new bride. Since then, he has been back to Iraq, back home briefly and back to Iraq. When he returned this last time, he met his brother at the airbase in Bagdad. It had been 39 months since they had seen each other. Please pray for his continued safety and a quick end to this war so all our troops can come home.
Dear praying friends, Thank you for praying for James. He left his base at Ft. Stewart, Georgia this afternoon and is on his way to Kuwait for a few weeks of training and then on to Iraq. His deployment is for a year. James was home with family and friends last week for five days. He seems very happy, proud and content to be serving his country in the Army. He graduated from truck driving school at Ft. Leonard Wood, Missouri, so he probably will be driving trucks in Iraq. We ask that you continue to pray for protection physically, mentally, and spiritually. Also, pray that a Christian friend will come alongside James to mentor and encourage him while he is so far from home. Thank you so much for lifting James to our faithful Heavenly Father. We appreciate each of you. Submitted by - James' Grandma Judy and Grandpa Ray
Nathan was honorably discharged after many surgical procedures to restore his arm and hand to use. He now lives in Houston and is contemplating what to do with his life. He attends church on a fairly regular basis.
I just want to thank everyone who prays for our soldiers. God has had his hand upon my son. He has been able to have peace, adjusted well and he will be ending his term soon. I thank God constantly for His Mighty hand that has shielded the troops overseas and in combat areas. God Bless and keep them all in the palm of His mighty hand.
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