Ten Ways to Pray for Our Leaders and Our Country

The post, titled “Ten Ways to Pray for the President,” starts from 1 Timothy 2:1-2, which calls believers to offer prayers and thanks for all people, including kings and those in authority. The author notes that many in government today have turned away from God and from the biblical principles the author believes made the country strong. Rather than being a reason for discouragement, this situation is presented as a reason to pray more and not give up.

The author encourages readers to pray regardless of political agreement. Prayer, the post suggests, can unite people who may disagree about who should lead, since everyone can hope for the good of the country and recognize that God is the one who can bring about real change. The author asks readers to pray for a strong work of God in the president, the vice president, and the wider government, whether or not they support those leaders. Drawing on Jeremiah 29:7, the post points out that seeking the welfare of one’s city is tied to one’s own welfare.

The post also addresses those who feel powerless against people in Washington. The author reminds readers that prayer is a resource greater than any political influence. The closing section calls for prayer that the citizens of the nation would turn back to God, humble themselves, and seek his face, drawing on 2 Chronicles 7:14. The author asks readers to pray for revival.

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