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Today is the National Day of Prayer, a day for all believers to come together and seek the will of God. Make sure to join us for Pray with America’s Leaders at 12 PM ET, where we’ll be praying live from the nation’s capital!

From The Christian Post. ā€œI need protection.ā€ That’s what President Trump told me again while I was at the White House recently, and he was talking about prayer.

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Elected leaders at the highest level can have so many people ready to serve them — staff, administration officials — it’s an army of people at their command. But because as the president of Intercessors for America, I also have an entire army of spiritual warriors at the ready, also to serve our nation, but in a different capacity. And there are millions of people of faith who are stepping up to serve in that prayer army.

But today, on National Day of Prayer, that army expands. People are engaged to pray over our nation and leaders in greater numbers when it might not be their daily habit. We as a nation are answering our calling to not just be the beacon on a hill, but also to intercede and listen to the voice of God and His will for our leaders and government. It takes ALL of us to participate in government, and through intercession, we can step in and stand in the gap for those tasked with making decisions for our communities, our state, and our nation.

We live in an age where division often seems to define us more than unity. Political tensions boil over, social media fuels outrage, and real human connections are too often replaced by reactionary soundbites. In this environment, a national call to prayer offers something radical: unity in prayer to the One who brings the peace that passes all understanding.

The National Day of Prayer serves as a rare common ground. In a time when many are quick to define themselves by what they’re against, this day invites us to define ourselves by what we hope for and who we hope in. Imagine the power of a country where millions simultaneously pray for healing, peace, reconciliation, and strength — not just for themselves, but for their neighbors, their communities, and even those they may disagree with.

We like to say at our office that when an authentic move of God happens, we cannot keep up with it. And I know my staff would be quick to testify to examples of that being true. Let the National Day of Prayer be your first day of trying to keep up with God’s goodness, let it be the day you open the conversation and hear about all the things God has for you, your family, and our country.

Critics argue that religion should remain separate from government, but the National Day of Prayer doesn’t belong to a church — it belongs to the people. It belongs toĀ you, reader.

In a world increasingly full of noise, the National Day of Prayer offers stillness. In a society often marked by loneliness, it offers solidarity. And in a culture dominated by instant gratification, it offers timeless grounding in God’s voice and His word.

Step out today. Join in the prayers of millions of people of faith on behalf of our nation and pour out to the God of hope. Our country and our leaders need a fresh wind of prayer to fuel the challenges that face us as a nation. And then, watch Him move as He fills our nation with His blessings.

How are you praying today? Share your prayers in the comments below.

This article was originally published at The Christian Post. Used with permission. Photo Credit: Andrew Harnik/Getty Images.

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Judith
May 1, 2025

“And whatever you ask in prayer, you will receive, if you have faith.” Matthew 21:22 Father GOD of all Mercy and Grace, we humbly seek Your Face, Your Forgiveness and Your Blessings upon America. Praying for Your Righteousness, Justice and Truth to prevail in America. Thank You LORD for Your protection for President Trump, his family and all who serve in his Cabinet and administration. In Your Glorious, Victorious Name LORD JESUS I pray. Amen.

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Margaret Gail Segars Rainey
May 1, 2025

PRAISE THE LORD!!! I agree with my brothers and sisters in Christ with their prayers thus far submitted today. Amen and amen!

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Sylvia Ayers
May 1, 2025

I pray for God to break every chain over technological intervention in the air, over our weather, our food supplies. Bless this current Presidency in every branch & give us a chance to make choices without the select few controling us from without. Make American industry accountable again.

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Allenia Sigel
May 1, 2025

Father we come before you and thank you for our nation america the land of the free. We pray lord for your holy sprit to sweep across our nation just like the wind. we ask you to send your angles to protect president trump and his family no weapon formed against him will prosper

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John Brower
May 1, 2025

Father in Heaven,
We pray for your intercession for all the US government officials. Please protect them and help them to do your will in performing their duties. In Christ’s name we pray!

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John E Ruple Jr.
May 1, 2025

Father may your Kingdom come and Your will be done!!!

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Thomas Cordell
May 1, 2025

Father in Heaven please forgive our unfaithfulness and help us to Honor you in all we do or say or even think. Thank you for “upholding all things by the word of power”, your word. Please bless us who seek you and seek to obey you.

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Kathy Jordan
May 1, 2025

That today revival break out upon us as we pray for our nation. Radically changing each of us and consuming us with His great love. Thank you Father for the work of Your Spirit in this land. Thank You for Your promises that are yea & Amen.

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Carol Brown
May 1, 2025

Thank You Lord God for Who You Are, for all You have created , for all You have done and do for us to thrive, and for the marvelous future You have for us. We pray for Your Wisdom and Courage to bring more of Your people to You as You prepare a place for us. We trust You, thank You for and believe Your Word which is our Guide along with Your Holy Spirit. Thank You YEHW for continuing to protect Israel and America in miraculous ways. We join You in the protection of these nations and Your government design. Thank You Lord. Amen.

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Karen Bennett
May 1, 2025

I am leading prayer, with my ladies prayer team, our National Day of Prayer gathering in Huntington IN, at our library from 12 to 1. We engage all particopants to pray for the 7 areas of influence. We have participants lined up to say a prayer to open each area in a short prayer, then we break into small groups of 3 to 5 people, and each group prays out loud taking turns, for 5 minutes, then we move to the next area. We aim to keep it to an hour so people can come participate on their lunch hour. This is our 2nd year of doing this. May God be glorified!!

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