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Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer’s imminent retirement has captured the attention of the nation and the imagination of intercessors. However, a danger awaits the Body of Christ if we are not as shrewd as serpents in this hour.
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First, of course we must pray for Justice Breyer’s replacement. We need a Justice who is loyal to the Constitution, not a political party.
I recently wrote about my prayer expedition with a few young leaders to the Supreme Court in Washington, D.C. We cried out for God to intervene. From that recent column:
We prayed for justice to prevail in our nation, that life would be defended, that the fear of God and the ways of God would reign in our nation.
We stood to our feet and continued praying when four middle-aged women arrived. After chit-chatting, they offered to pray for us! Turns out they were intercessors from Texas on assignment to pray for the court.
As they prayed for us, the power and Presence of God was tangible. It felt like we stepped into a Holy Spirit vortex. God was moving outside on the very sidewalk where raucous, angry crowds had gathered just hours earlier. It was encouraging to see that while we felt alone out on that sidewalk…
God was very much with us.
The experience reminded me of a truth I have repeatedly shared in this column: God has placed his people strategically all over DC to usher in the Kingdom of God.
In this case, two SWAT-style prayer teams intersected in front of the Supreme Court.
However, I believe it is possible that the Supreme Court could issue a ruling on the major abortion cases before Breyer leaves, meaning we must pray as hard as ever in this time. Even if Breyer is replaced before the abortion ruling, though, his replacement could still not be relevant in swaying the court one way or the other. While Breyer’s replacement is important, we must focus our prayers on ending abortion and asking that the more likely swing votes go in favor of God’s plan for America.
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At the same time, some on the right are discussing playing hardball with this nominee. They want to hold back Senate approval, but I fear this plan could backfire and leave the nation in a worse position.
Even if they have good intentions, in the world of politics, good intentions are often not enough.
Consider this scenario:
Republicans refuse to allow any Democratic Supreme Court nominee, hoping to hold out until the midterms. Frustrated, Democrats are able to rally their party and even swing a few moderate Republicans. They accuse Republicans of racism for opposing the first black female nominee. With the alleged “moral high ground,” Democrats then nuke the filibuster, stack the Supreme Court with more Justices and pass voting rights legislation, all in the name of fighting racism and justifying their decisions by pointing to Republicans’ refusal to play along.
I believe this is a very real scenario that could play out if we lack wisdom in this hour. Stacking the Supreme Court could also give Democrats the votes and precedent they need to overturn any abortion victory gained this spring.
The Scripture encourages us to be zealous but also warns that zeal without knowledge is not good. With this battle over the Supreme Court now, we must ensure that our zeal for righteousness is tempered with God’s wisdom.
I am not advocating for any one plan necessarily, only that we keep our prayers focused on ending abortion and that we seek God’s wisdom for how to move forward in this hour.
Shrewd as serpents…innocent as doves.
With that in mind, let us pray:
-Father, we ask that you end abortion in America, that you move on the hearts of the Supreme Court Justices. Give them courage and conviction to end abortion.
-Lord, we ask that you give the intercessory community focus and not let us be distracted from one of our most important assignments: praying for the end of abortion.
-Father, we also ask that you appoint someone to the high court with your mind and your heart. Lord, prevent any ungodly person from taking this position of authority.
Verses to press into as pray on this matter:
“Behold, I am sending you out as sheep in the midst of wolves, so be wise as serpents and innocent as doves.” -Matthew 10:16
“Let every person be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and those that exist have been instituted by God.” -Romans 13:1
“Take no part in the unfruitful works of darkness, but instead expose them.” -Ephesians 5:11
How are you praying about the Supreme Court? Please share in the comments.
Casey Harper is a writer in the Washington, D.C. area covering national politics. He has worked for The Daily Caller, The Hill, and Sinclair Broadcast Group. A graduate of Hillsdale College, Casey’s work has also appeared in Fox News, Fox Business, Washington Examiner, and USA Today. Follow him on Twitter: @CaseyHarper33. Photo Credit: Getty Images.
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Let no vain imaginations fill the white space of a written page.
Consider only WORD OF TRUTH.
ALMIGHTY GOD always causes U.S. to triumph.
SHALOM.
Thank You kindly.
While praying for the individual justices and the Supreme Court Of The United States of America, Father spoke specially to me “Justice Samuel Alito Jr.”. So I’ve been highlighting him in prayer.
And Father gave me a WORD on the SCOTUS.
He said: “HE WAS GOING TO PULL THEIR SKIRTS OVER THEIR FACES AND EXPOSE THEIR SHAME. HE IS GOING TO JUDGE THE JUDGES FOR BRINGING SUCH GREAT EVILS ON AMERICA.
HE IS GOING TO SEND JUSTICE AND JUDGEMENT AGAINST THEM. HE WILL SEND JUDGEMENT ON THOSE WHO HAVE OPPOSED HIM IF THEY REFUSE TO REPENT. AND HE WILL REWARD THOSE WHO HAVE STOOD WITH HIM ON HIS RIGHT SIDE. HE SAID THAT HE IS GOING TO RESTORE THE JUDGES AS OF THE BEGINNING AND HIS COUNSELORS AS LIKE THE FIRST.
THEOCRATIC GOVERNMENT…..THEY MADE POLICIES AND RULED ACCORDING TO HIS VOICE…HIS WORD.”
Father please remove any political chessboard concerning who will replace Justice Breyer. Let everything be done decently and in order and without strife. We do not wrestle against flesh and blood. We pray Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. I bind every political spirit and every spirit of control and manipulation off the whole process of selecting and approving a new Supreme Court Justice.
Have YOUR way Lord.
In Jesus’s Name
Dear heavenly Father,
I repent for my nation! Lord please forgive us who have taken your love for granted over and over again. We know not what we do! Lord release Your angels to push back the darkness and the deception that is over our leaders, over our churches and over our schools. We need You desperately to change the atmosphere to righteousness in every aspect of our lives. Please guide our prayers to overturn Roe v Wade and other issues with abortion. May abortion be a thing of the past. Thank you for hearing this prayer and answering it – by Your BLOOD AND IN YOUR NAME Jesus! Amen!
i m praying to stop abortion in this world. I thank God for this ministry IFA, God bless you.
Father, in the name of YESHUA I come thank you for giving me salvation through your son. I am so grateful for this gift in spite of my sin and murderous spirit. You are so kind and merciful. Lord, grant the Supreme Court wisdom from your heart. Impress upon them to fear you and trust this fear as your guiding light. Help us as the Body of Christ to love you enough to trust your ways that are higher than ours. In YESHUA’s provision, I make this request.
Lord You are our Sovereign King all power and Authority is Yours, Uphold life for we are Your creation made in Your image, life matters, people matter babies matter murder is against Your laws forgive us for allowing abortion to go on for so long, protect the unborn turn the parents hearts towards You and come and reign in our hearts and lives once again.. End abortion fill us with Your love for life restore our conviction that we would speak for those who cannot. We say Live let it be no other way. End abortion.
I loved this the first time I read it and am loving it again….” It felt like we stepped into a Holy Spirit vortex. God was moving outside on the very sidewalk where raucous, angry crowds had gathered just hours earlier. It was encouraging to see that while we felt alone out on that sidewalk…God was very much with us.”
Dear Heavenly Father, help us to remember it is Your “scenario” that will ultimately be revealed for our newest SCOTUS. I pray our heart’s desires are aligned with Yours and we will have a judge who is just, righteous, and honors the laws we hold sacred…Yours. We depend on You, we trust in You and we love You. Father, Son and Holy Spirit, may thy will be done on earth as it is in Heaven. Amen
Praying in Agreement with IFA. Greater is he that is in us, than he who is in the world.
We take over any plans of the enemy and count them defeated in the name of our beloved Judge, Jesus Christ.
The weekly parasha this week is Mishpatim, Ex. 21:1-24:18. This portion sets out many of the laws that form the basis for our own laws. It is a powerful reminder that law comes from God, not man. My prayer for the justices on the Supreme Court and all other judges in this nation is that they would have this truth imprinted n their hearts and that they would exercise their responsibility accordingly so that our nation might bring glory and praise to the Lord because of our obedience to the law in all things.
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Lord we, as intercessors and Your people, stand in agreement and decree that the end of wrongful federal control over abortion is over. We ask that all decisions concerning abortion would be returned to the states. Then we ask for the fields in each state be made ready for the complete end of abortion.
Ready the hearts of each SC justice to rule against abortion. Cause a holy conviction to fall upon them daily to stand guard over the unborn and again the evil influence of Baal.
We ask this by Your holy name amen.
I agree we should Always pray to be guided in Godly wisdom, however one should not respond in fear of reprisal either, which is basically the message that is coming across. Yes, be as wise as serpents and as gentle as doves, but don’t be weak-kneed or spineless. If not for courage and faith we wouldn’t have a Republic today, we wouldn’t have Christian activists for causes such as abortion, moreover, Daniel would have eaten the King’s food and not prayed 3x a day, Esther wouldn’t have approached the King, and Jesus wouldn’t have gone to the cross, if we all kow-towed to fear. We “have not been given a spirit of fear, but if power, love and a sound mind.“
The Lord is saying, “Behold your K8ng. He is the only One to give guidance and Direction at this time.
It is important to surround Justice Beyer with Angelic protection as the enemy has targeted him for destruction. Recall the vote on any measure does not mean 8nstant Ssuccess but you wait for the Father’s timing for final approval. That could change with the demise of any Justice.”
“Justice Sotomeyer needs release from the Spirit of Fear.”
J ustice Kavanagh is under spirital attack. Provide a Shield of Defense for him.”
Biden desires victory at this stage to offset s9me of his errors of judgment like retailiating against Ukraine. The current government is Not sussectible to compromise as prior officials were. Thus the retaliation factor.
Until TicTok is shut down, there will be major incursions in diplomatic, military affairs which will be reflected in court systems. Recall Soros, Bezos and Zuck bucks.”
Let the Power and the Glory Reign…
Damn the torpedoes and full steam ahead!!! We need to stop fearing what the enemy will do and stand for righteousness!!! Pray AND stand and take action as the Maccabees did!!! We need to quit cowering in the corner as defeated spineless representatives of the God of the Universe and having done all…STAND!!! We would not have a country if the Black Robe Regiment Pastors did not take of their Holy garments and fight for what is good and true and just!!! Now is the time to Pray AND Stand!!!
I agree that we get God’s Justice, no pun intended, and trust Him for that appointment. If this judicial nominee will not adhere to the US constitution nor godly morals then I pray that would be exposed by God’s devices and not Republicans so there is no way for anyone to cry racist.
Thanks for prayers
yes, I so agree, “wise as serpents, harmless as doves.” – that is our calling. Who says, prayer and politics don’t mix? Prayer is the essential foundation of every endeavor. I join in praying for a God-fearing individual to fill this vacancy on the court. “With God, nothing is impossible.” It is time to “humble ourselves and pray” as God’s people, we are His light in this darkness. Our prayers are heard, our prayers make a difference as we stand in the gap for our country. http://www.mtothe5th.wordpress.com
Father God thank you for IFA’s position to keep your prayers warriors aware, alert and united in prayer as You would want us at this critical time in history. Continue Lord to prompt us, to equip us and lead us in your ways with the mind of Christ and the courage to presevere.
Dear Lord, we come before your Mighty Thrown in the awesome name of Jesus Christ and ask you to appoint a replacement for Justice Breyer to our U.S. Supreme Court, someone who you have, or soon will draw to Yourself as their Lord and Savior. Please give them a special measure of Your Godly Wisdom, and Courage, Faith and Strength, Knowledge and Godly Understanding to help turn America back the Godly Heritage You originally gave us.
Thank you Almighty God, we pray this in the Holy Name of Jesus Christ, AMEN and AMEN.