Yesterday, America celebrated its independence. While many set off fireworks and fired up grills, the President addressed the nation and signed the Big, Beautiful Bill, securing the first major legislative win of his second term in office.

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IFA has covered the drama that surrounded the Big, Beautiful Bill. We’ve posted several articles, and we even dedicated an entire First Friday webcast last month to discussing this one massive piece of legislation. Now, after months of chaos, the bill has finally become law.

It’s important to note that this bill was not passed and signed without controversy. Many watched over the past few months as Republicans, Christians, and Conservatives tore into one another, hurling insults and lobbing accusations. In the end, nearly everyone was forced to compromise.

The Big, Beautiful Bill is not a perfect piece of legislation. There are, however, some key things in the bill that make it a monumental step forward for America. Although many compromises were made, the bill is still an answer to many of our prayers.

This legislation is long, and even now many are still unsure as to what exactly it contains. Therefore, we’ve highlighted ten things you can rejoice about in the Big, Beautiful Bill, as well as prayer points and scriptures.

• NO MEDICAID FUNDING FOR PLANNED PARENTHOOD – The bill includes restrictions on Medicaid that no funding for Planned Parenthood may be used. This drastically reduces the amount of federal funding to Planned Parenthood, and there are estimates that upwards of 200 clinics around the country will be closed. This rule only applies for a limited amount of time, and Congress will have to re-legislate this issue. God, we thank you for this momentous progress, but we ask you for even more! We know that You love Your children and we pray protection over all the unborn that they have the chance to experience your goodness (Psalm 139:13-16).
• Medicaid Changes – The bill puts into place stricter checks and balances to the Medicaid system, ensuring a lower rate of fraud and abuse. Lord, we pray for those that will be affected negatively by these cuts and pray for not just healing, but guidance and wisdom (Matthew 10:8).
• Homeland Security Spending Increase – The bill adds $46.5 million just for the border wall to be constructed, and even more for increased security for our borders. We pray that all law enforcement officers will be safe and secure, and that our border will be protected. We pray for God’s hand to watch over our nation and protect it from evil pouring in (Acts 17:26).
• Reduction of Green Initiatives – The bill ends the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund, which gives government money to non-profits who are supposedly fighting pollution, etc. Lord, we thank You for your wisdom here and that our government money will no longer be going to organizations lying about what they’re doing (Ephesians 5:15-17).
• Reinforces SNAP Requirements for Benefits – Much like Medicaid, the bill puts into place stringent requirements to receive benefits. This will cut abuse, fraud and waste in the program and get these benefits to those who really need it. Lord we pray that those who need this program receive all they need, and those that don’t are taken out of the program. Be with those that use this program and bless them with your provision and guidance (Isaiah 58:7).
• Larger Child Tax Credit – This bill increases the child tax credit for American families, allowing families to handle inflationary costs in the future by receiving a financial break for having larger families. God, we thank You for making a way for a benefit for American families to have larger families! We know that children are a gift and we pray that this turns a corner for family values in America! (Psalm 127:3)
• No Tax on Tips! – The bill does not fully eliminate taxes on tips, but it does provide a way for gig and service workers to get their tips at a lesser taxed rate than their base salary. This will put more money into the hands of everyday Americans! Father, we thank You for providing a way for hardworking Americans to receive more of their earned money in their pocket and ask that you bless them to spend it wisely (Deuteronomy 8:18).
• New Defense Spending – This bill gives $150 billion to President Trump’s vision of a Golden Dome for America as well as increased missiles. Lord, we pray for protection over this nation, that no evil will come against us and that we can stand strong in Your strength! (Isaiah 1:17)
• Increasing School Voucher Funds – Under the Biden Administration, benefits for families who contribute to private schools was at an all-time low, but under this bill, Americans can contribute to private schools, especially religious ones, without fear of being taxed unnecessarily. Instead, this bill encourages Americans to invest in schools that align with their values, instead of trusting the woke public school system. Father, we pray that Christian schools all around the nation see a benefit form this and that they hold strong in teaching strong biblical values to America’s children (Proverbs 22:6).
• $30 billion for ICE – This bill prioritizes ICE by increasing the budget and allowing more agents along the complete border. God protect our nation and law enforcement officers, keep them safe and secure and watch over our nation as evil tries to enter (Romans 13:4).

These points were taken from our new prayer guide “10 Things To Rejoice About in the Passed Big Beautiful Bill.” You can download a printable version of these points by clicking here, or on the ad above.

As of now, we’ve only just begun to see the fallout from the signing of this bill. Let’s pray for peace in our nation, and let’s pray that the Big, Beautiful Bill blesses America!

How are you praying about the Big, Beautiful Bill? Share your prayers and scriptures below.

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