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Father, we pray against left-wing terrorism and Christian persecution. Protect us and our values from this who wish to hurt or silence, Lord.
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The following is a speech from the House floor. Representative Paul A. Gosar of Arizona calls on Speaker Pelosi to condemn leftist terrorism and the rampant persecution against Christians and Christian organizations in America. What do you think of his opinions? Please share in the comments.

Analysis. Madam Speaker, I rise today to condemn the dramatic rise in left-wing terrorism. One member of Congress called antifa an “idea.” In reality, it is a left-wing terror organization dedicated to violence against “fascists”–or anyone who believes, just as the Founders did, that our rights come from Almighty God.

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Left-wing terrorists have attacked 64 pro-life pregnancy centers since the Supreme Court leak, according to Catholic Vote, including a number of fire bombings. 207 churches have been attacked and vandalized since May of 2020–and 70 since the Supreme Court leak. One terrorist group called Ruth Sent Us told a Catholic that she should “stuff [her] rosaries and [her] weaponized prayer” and that the group will “be burning the Eucharist to show our disgust for the abuse Catholic Churches have condoned for centuries.”

The Bible warns of persecution constantly. In the Gospel of Luke, Jesus says, “But before all this, they will seize and persecute you. They will hand you over to synagogues and put you in prison, and you will be brought before kings and governors, and all on account of my name.”

The two-tiered justice system has existed for a while. Democrats have always gotten away with things that would have ended the career of anyone on the right. But a new level has been reached nowadays. Parents must be prosecuted for standing up to sexual and racial indoctrination in public schools. A “disinformation board” is needed to keep an eye on those who believe in massive voter fraud and who recognize the toxicities of the COVID-19 vaccine. The raid of the residence of a duly-elected former president for political reasons is just the culmination of statist weaponization that runs the gamut from the invention of treasonous activity by President Trump to the persecution of peaceful election protestors.

When the Deep State is not busy destroying political opponents, they are standing down to left-wing terrorists. The massive amounts of damage caused by Black Lives Matter and antifa rioters in 2020 remain unpunished. So do the attacks on pregnancy resource centers and churches. There were no arrests made on rioters who were illegally picketing and intimidating Supreme Court justices outside their homes– a clear and obvious violation of federal law.

Persecution of the God-fearing and those with countercultural beliefs has existed for centuries, all the way back to the time of Christ and before. These hate crimes are abhorrent and are to be expected. However, that does not mean we must not fight back. We will not accept this persecution without a response.

I have called for the abolition of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). I will not cease in my calls to defend those persecuted by the State for political reasons–whether they be January 6 defendants or quality public figures like Scott Perry, Roger Stone, Michael Flynn, or Steve Bannon. I signed onto a petition to impeach Merrick Garland. I believe any corrupt senior officials at the Department of Justice and FBI must resign immediately or be fired.

We are in the eye of the storm. Christ said he came to bring division, fire, and the sword. Conflict with the forces of darkness is inevitable. We must expect it. And we must use the political system–as corrupt, rotten, and putrid as it is–to combat the persecution before it is too late.

What do you think of Rep. Gosar’s words? Share your own prayers against left-wing terrorism and persecution below.

(From the Congressional Record, Extension of Remarks. Photo Credit: Getty Images)

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penny
October 1, 2022

Thank you Rep. Gosar for standing up for the truth and what is right. I am praying for your protection and success in your endeavors to bring justice and lawfulness.

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Barb
August 29, 2022

Thank you for your words of truth

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Augie
August 28, 2022

He laid it our perfectly well, it’s curious why the main stream media and the Denocrat party is oblivious to all of it!

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Peter Jensen
August 27, 2022

I thank You, Lord, for the clear understanding of truth in my Congressman, Paul Gosar — and his willingness to speak out strongly against wrongs despite his being a member of the minority party in Congress. May his life be protected, and his labors on our behalf in Congress be blessed with success. In Christ’s name – above every name, before which every knee will bow in Your time. Amen.

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Linda Camacho
August 27, 2022

Thank you and God bless you Senator for standing up for the gospel! You are a true servant of our precious Lord. Remember, God honors those who honor Him. May you be blessed! Keep standing up for the truth!

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Robert Stark
August 26, 2022

Wow.

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Kimberly Eyres
August 26, 2022

Amen! Thank you for speaking truth!

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Herb Johnston
August 26, 2022

..and..acted in this defense of our country much sooner..which-, the lack thereof-, got us into the mess we are in
Lord, I pray that the lateness of the hour.. will only embolden the remnant of the church- who knows their mission.. as being prayer conduits.. to further illuminate legislators like representative Gosar.. to the task at hand.. calling out evil.. and standing on the side of righteousness, Lord-,on the foundation of your Word -,that our country is founded on.
Lord they say courage begets courage.. let this be true in a manifold way now -,that those who have been waiting for an example.. or for leadership.. would take their cue- in being bold- and to continue this battle for our country before it’s too late.. let the remnant rise up.

In the mighty name of Jesus, Amen

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Donna
August 26, 2022

Courageous and appropriate comments to the realities we are sadly witnessing in America. What happened to upholding the Law and punishing lawlessness that helped us live in freedom instead of fear?? Lord, please have mercy on us. Thank you Rep. Gosar!!!

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Etta Danielson
August 26, 2022

Thank you LORD GOD ALMIGHTY for bold and courageous men and women who are standing against the evil unrighteousness taking place now. Give you ministering, guardian and warring mighty Angels charge over them.

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Linda
August 26, 2022

I agree with Rep. Gosar 100%. He spoke as I would want to speak against left wing terroism & persecution of Christians. May we as Christians speak up against this evil, in Jesus’ name. I pray protection for Rep. Gosar & blessings for him , in Jesus’s name.

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Susan
August 26, 2022

Thank you Jesus, for empowering Congressman Gosar to be a mighty voice of truth & light in the rapidly increasing darkness. Continuing to intercede in prayer for all in Congress and in government, in our schools, churches & communities for their voices to be heard & the power given from the Holy Spirit will silence the evil perpetrated against them. Praying for their family & their protection. And for our enemies who are being used by our only true enemy, Satan, that their hearts to Jesus in submission & redemption.
Let all of us followers also, be light in our families, communities & in the churches by speaking biblical truths & standing up for righteousness, remembering that “the light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it”! John 1:5.

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Erendira Riggs
August 26, 2022

Amen!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thank you for being bold for Christ!!!!!!!!! I am praying for all of you. Pray for Christian teachers in the public school.

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James
August 26, 2022

Thank you mr Gosar please keep fighting the good fight and I pray we as Christian’s start voting in more representatives with Godly attributes

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Donna J Talley
August 26, 2022

The senators words were spoken with truth and conviction. It’s horrible what is happening. This administration are extremist and have crossed the line. They are breeding hatred and fueling dangerous life threatening behavior. Never in my wildest thought did I think I’d be fearful of my own government

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Theresa Malin
August 26, 2022

A brilliant speech.

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Jane Behan
August 26, 2022

Thank you for your courage and insight… Every word you have spoken over half our nation would like to shout from the rooftops and run on every TV station (except those are mostly corrupt just like our so-called government!!) it gives me hope to read your words and know that there are many of you out there on the frontlines exposing yourselves to the poison and deceit of those acting on behalf of the Evil One. Thank you thank you!!!

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Karen T Solano
August 25, 2022

Thank you, Lord, that you gave a backbone to someone in Congress to stand up for the truth. I’ve been waiting for someone to rebut the far left. I admire Rep. Gosar for his character and his willingness to speak it out before enemies. I love you Heavenly Father. Your mercy and grace are never ending.

For the eyes of the Lord range throughout the earth to strengthen those whose hearts are fully committed to Him. II Chronicles 16:9a

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Shpend Shyti
August 25, 2022

May the Lord protect USA from the disaster of socialism.
In Jesus Almighty Name, Amen!

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Patty
August 25, 2022

Amen!

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Teresa
August 25, 2022

Thank you for standing up and confronting Pelosi. Pray for God’s righteous right hand to hold you up.

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Renee McDannel
August 25, 2022

May God lead us into all “T” truth! We look to Gif to resolve the purging issues before our nation to bring law and order. In humility Lord we pray and thank you fior giving strength and ability for our elected officials to obey God and do what is right! We are one nation under God indivisible with liberty and Justice for all! It is sad that we are seeing these terrorist actions against Christians in our own nation…. We seek God’s intervention in the hearts of all men and women of good-will among us to resist the devil and cause him to flee! In Jesus’ name

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Paul W. Conant
August 25, 2022

Right on, Paul Gosar! May God protect you and may hundreds of Congressmen stand with you!

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Robin
August 25, 2022

Thank you thank you for your strong stand, Representative Paul Gosar! May God bless you and protect you?

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Robin
August 25, 2022

Thank you thank you for your strong stand, Representative Paul Gozar! May God bless you and protect you?

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Susan
August 25, 2022

Thank you Jesus for this man’s bold stand against injustice.
Shield him, protect him, and bring many others to stand shoulder to shoulder with him.

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Sharlene Fleming
August 25, 2022

Praying God will rise up an army of Christ followers in our local and national government. We need to continue to speak truth into a society that has fallen away from God. May God empower all of us to live BOLDLY for Him.

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Linda Dorn
August 25, 2022

Congressman Gosar not Godard! Please accept apology of this error. Thank you!!

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Linda Dorn
August 25, 2022

I appreciate Congressman Gosar’s verbalized the frustration, the shock, the negligence of duty and honor by elected and appointed officials, the plain and obvious activation against truth and justice, the disrespect for. our judicial system and our officials. He voiced the very heart of what patriots of this nation see and hear. We honor him for his clarity and forthright statements of the facts ! Thank you, Congressman Godard!!!

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Cheryl Scher
August 25, 2022

Thank you Representative Gosar!! You are part of a minority of God-fearing congress members who has the tremendous courage to speak the truth!! God bless you and your family.

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Kaye
August 25, 2022

So thankful for his courage in speaking truth. May God protect he and his family!

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Elena
August 25, 2022

Oh Lord we ask the protection of Psalm 91 for these brave and courageous men and women that stands against the left wing .
We pray and harken angels around them for they will not fear speaking Your Truth.
I pray protection for this Nation, against the haters of America that want her destruction,
In JesusChrist our Lord and Savior

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June
August 25, 2022

God bless him and let us all stand and take back this One Nation under God for us all. amen

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Dick Green
August 25, 2022

He could have said also that a lot of people should be tried for treason and hanged as out constitution days. I do agree with his statements but could have gone furthe

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Rochelle
August 25, 2022

Father God, in the name of Jesus I ask You to protect and defend Rep. Gosar. I ask You to pour out favor and blessing on him for boldly and courageously speaking the truth.
May many others be strengthened by his speech and actions so they stand up for righteousness and justice and condemn injustice.
Thank You God also for all the whistleblowers who have come forward.
I pray many more people, in all segments of our culture, who
have integrity will stand for truth.
Amen.

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Rosemary Bales
August 25, 2022

Thank God for the few Republicans that are standing up for the constitution and our God given rights.

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Julie
August 25, 2022

Father God, I thank you for your child and representative, Representative Gosar! Thank you for placing him in his appointed place at this time. Thank you for his boldness and courage! Thank you that he spoke Your Truth, I’m certain with the inspiration and power of Holy Spirit! May the evil one who comes but to steal, kill and destroy recognize his intimidations and lies will not stand against Your power and ultimate Will. May other members of the Senate and House of Representatives who are followers of Christ stand together in prayer and in thoughts, words and deed against this blatant discrimination and persecution. I pray against this in the powerful and precious name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus! May Your power and glory fill the halls of our nation’s capital and may every knee bow at the name of our Lord. Amen.

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Charles Hanneman
August 25, 2022

He’s right on!

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Sandra
August 25, 2022

Rep Gosar is the voice of the oppressed, the voice of reason. May his words take root in the congress and House of Representatives, grow and flower in their hearts and souls until they can hear no other

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Beth
August 25, 2022

Father, in Jesus name, we call for a hedge of protection around Rep. Gosar, his family and all who stand with him! Lord, we thank you for his boldness and speaking the truth. We ask that an army of righteousness will rise up with Rep. Gosar, as we Your church hit our knees, take up our armor and intercede in prayer. Enough is enough! This hateful attack on our children and persecution against Your people has got to stop. As long as the church is on the earth, we must occupy. That means pray, intercede, bind and block the enemy at all costs! Not to shut the door and pretend it’s all a bad dream. Lord give us wisdom and discernment in these days, to fight the good fight!! In Jesus name amen

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    Janice Boerner
    August 26, 2022

    Thank You Father for voices like Rep. Gosar’s. May there be many more in Congress to join him. May we, Your people, be strengthened to stand strong against the evil that threatens our country. May we always be One Nation under God.
    Janice Boerner

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Sunny
August 25, 2022

I think Rep. Gosar’s words are spot on. It’s high time that we speak boldly against these terrorists in and around our Government who wish to destroy America. God is in control but we must do our part. Thank you, Rep. Gosar for speaking the truth.

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Ellen Hoffman
August 25, 2022

The truth was told! I pray God You would open the hearts of those who heard this message! The seeds were planted, cause them to grow and overcrowd the weeds that are strangling those who fight the truth! As a man thinks in his heart, so is he! You are our only hope! The only One we can trust in a time like this! Please protect Rep. Godard, if he wasn’t before, he is now on our enemies radar. I pray the blood of Jesus over this man and his family. Use him mightily Lord, he has shown himself to a man willing and able to stand up for Your name and what is good, right and truthful! Please bring us more men who are willing to speak the truth and are not afraid of our enemy or our current situation.

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Patricia Rupprecht
August 25, 2022

Thank God for Rep. Gosar’s bravery in speaking in speaking up. And May God protect him and work to change hearts that are opposed to Him.

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    Julie
    August 25, 2022

    Praying in agreement; May God bless and protect Arizona Rep. Gosar, in Jesus’ Mighty Name; amen!

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B. Hill
August 25, 2022

Thank God for the truth being presented by a public official.!

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Linda Fox
August 25, 2022

Outstanding Rep. Gosar ! ! We need more voices like yours in our state of Virginia as well. God bless you.

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Nancy M. Keel
August 25, 2022

Thank you Rep. Gosar for standing up for the values of the majority of Americans. We continue to use our “weapon of choice”— PRAYERS. You are the answer to one of them.

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Sylvia Gottschall
August 25, 2022

God bless this man for telling the truth about what is happening in the world today. God be with him. Thank the Lord for men like him.

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Jesne whiteside
August 25, 2022

I’m praying. Decreeing. Sending angels and responding to emails that notify my representatives. I’m from Illinois. We need replacements for senators. They are corrupt with all things righteous. And won’t listen.

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    Amy
    August 25, 2022

    I’m also from Illinois and deeply concerned. I’m thankful for Rep. Gosar. May people like him rise up in government from Illinois. People like Esther Joy King who is from my district. May His will be done, in Illinois and throughout our nation.

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Dennis
August 25, 2022

Thank you for speaking out and for standing up. My prayers are with you

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Margaret
August 25, 2022

Thank you, Representative Gosar!

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Tanya Skeeter
August 25, 2022

Lord! Protect rep Gosar from backlash and attempts to silence him for speaking out, raging opposition to evil

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Charlene
August 25, 2022

We need more people who will speak out like Representative Gosar. Silence is not an option. We are being buried and suffocated by ideas created in the minds of other people. We do not have to accept them, but we must say so. I intend to write a note of encouragement to this man.

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Joy Chesnut
August 25, 2022

Senator, thank you so much for standing up for justice through the eyes of God. May you and all who hold your beliefs be blessed immensely!

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John
August 25, 2022

Thank you God for a political leader willing to standup and state the truth.

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Peggy Timmerman
August 25, 2022

Thank God for this man who has the courage to stand up to evil. We need so many more like him. Father, keep your hand of protection on Rep. Gosar. Guide his steps and give him wisdom as he represents his constituents.

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Edward Brzyski
August 25, 2022

I am glad that we still have someone like Rep. Gosar that is brave enough to stand up against the lies, persecution, and brainwashing we are subjected to by the left on a daily basis

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Karen Helmich
August 25, 2022

I agree with everything Rep. Gosar said. Our country is in a very sad situation right now. I don’t understand why the left gets away with everything that they do that is clearly evil.

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    Denice
    August 25, 2022

    I firmly believe the Marxist Left is calling evil good and good evil. But, we put on the full armor of God and stand against this evil in Jesus’ Holy Name! 🙏💪🙏💪

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    Gail Wood
    August 25, 2022

    Karen Helmich:

    Hi Karen. So many of us understand what you are saying because we have and still do feel the same way too. It does seem that the Left and other evil factions are getting away with all the evil they are doing.
    God knows every plan that they are planning to carry out . There is a scripture that says…..there is a way that seems right to a man but it leads to their destruction. God’s word also assures us that the traps and the pits that the ungodly have laid for God’s children will be a snare to them and that they will fall headlong into the very pits they have dug for us and that they would be swallowed up.
    We are here to be witnesses to all of this and we are so blessed to be part of a growing remnant of Christians who are God’s army for this day and time.
    God told us to occupy until His return so here we are fighting a spiritual battle not against flesh and blood but of evil spirits and power’s of darkness in high places.
    Take heart though because God also said that the light ( Jesus ) cancels out the darkness ( Satan) .
    America has been in tight places throughout our existence and so many terrible things have happened and this we are experiencing now seems to be of epic proportions but there is our hope and faith in a Savior who is greater than Satan and all of his army.
    God said for us to encourage one another a lot and I hope that this helps us all to dig in and hang on because God sees us and He is going to help us. I get down at the things I see such wicked people doing but I remind myself that all of God’s children are precious to Him and that our obedience to Him is what He loves. We are His army and we are powerful through the pulling down of evil strongholds because He gave us everything we would need to fight.
    We are not helpless but powerful because our wonderful Lord has equipped us with everything we need in order to fight the army of darkness.
    We will all keep holding on to God and seeking Him and look forward to the future where we will see God begin to remove these evil people and their evil works. What a celebration we are going to have. All glory , honor and praise be to the Father, Son and Holy Spirit.
    God bless you Karen and all of you.

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Jack Johannes
August 25, 2022

I am so grateful that God has placed Congressman Gosar in Congress. He actually believes in American and Biblical principles. Thank God for Arizonans who placed him in office. I pray that more will be voted in from other states!

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Betsy West
August 25, 2022

God bless Rep Gosar. We need hundreds more with holy boldness to call out the wickedness that has been allowed to flourish. It is high time

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Tim
August 25, 2022

I am extremely impressed with Rep. Gosar’s words. He nailed antifa and their evil goals. Everything he said is true. As intercessors we must pour more time in interceding for this country, founded on Christian principles. This country makes Sodom and Gomorrah look like like saints. We must take our Praying to a higher level and beg Almighty GOD for forgiveness and a change in the direction it’s going,before it’s too late.

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Gail Wood
August 25, 2022

Father God , in Jesus Holy and most precious name we ask that you would protect Rep. Gosar and give protection to his family as well.
Father please surround him with others in Government who agree with him and we ask Father that you would pour out boldness upon the officials in our Government on Federal , state and local levels .
We ask that you would cause your children to become as bold as lions and
that by your will that we would take through prayer and faith and trust in You our wonderful nation back.
Father we praise and thank you for men and women like Rep. Gosar and ask that you would lift them high in order to perform your will for America.
We stand on your promises Father God.
All glory and praise be to you.

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Miriam J West
August 25, 2022

Thank you, Lord for those who have a spine and are willing to stand up for righteousness. Protect them, lead them and give them a voice in the time we find ourselves of lawlessness and corruption. Father, defend your people and set them free. Thank you, Rep. Gosar, for standing up for Godliness.

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Judith
August 25, 2022

I’m amazed at every word of it! This is my representative in my state speaking truth into the lies of the left. What can I do to get these people fired!

The left worldwide are pushing the Mark of the Beast as hard as they can. They won’t pick up a Bible to find out they are the pawns of Satan.

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Cynthia Yore
August 25, 2022

I commend Rep Gosar for speaking the truth so boldly. May God protect him and continue to use him
Cynthia Yore
August 25, 2022Father, in Jesus name, I ask that You raise up more men and woman who will speak Your truth to our enemies. I ask for Your hedge of protection and justice to roll like a river. Amen

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Cynthia Yore
August 25, 2022

I commend Rep Gosar for speaking the truth so boldly. May God protect him and continue to use him for the glory of God.
Father, in Jesus name, I ask that You raise up more men and woman who will speak Your truth to our enemies. I ask for Your hedge of protection and justice to roll like a river. Amen

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