Pray for our New President and our Country
“Every so often,” the President said, “the oath is taken amidst gathering clouds and raging storms. At these moments, America has carried on not simply because of the skill or vision of those in high office, but because we, the people, have remained faithful to the ideals of our forebears and true to our founding documents. So it has been. So it must be with this generation of Americans.”
This is a time to pray! The new administration will grapple with the challenges of a struggling economy, active wars in Iraq and Afghanistan and energy and environmental concerns—all unprecedented in this generation. With I Timothy 2:1-2 as our biblical mandate ("I urge you, first of all, to pray for all people. Ask God to help them; intercede on their behalf, and give thanks for them. Pray this way for kings and all who are in authority so that we can live peaceful and quiet lives marked by godliness and dignity."), The Presidential Prayer Team is dedicated to praying for our new president’s wisdom, protection and success as he faces these issues, and many more, over the next four years.
Pray for President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama, Vice President Joe Biden and Jill Biden, as they now step up to serve our nation, taking leadership at a crucial moment in our national life. As the two men take the oath of office, pray that the Spirit of God will be there, reminding them of His indwelling power and grace for every situation.
Pray for the National Prayer Service that will be held on Wednesday, January 21 in the National Cathedral, asking that God will be honored and glorified and that Americans will commit to pray faithfully for President Elect Obama and his administration.
Pray for confirmation hearings taking place on Capitol Hill, asking God to guide each subcommittee charged with this great responsibility into His wisdom and insight. Pray for each cabinet appointee as they make rounds of members of Congress seeking to build strong relationships that will serve our nation.
Pray for members of our military, serving faithfully in difficult situations and conditions, asking God to protect and safeguard every one. Pray for the 5,000+ troops who will work to keep our nation’s capital safe throughout next week’s Inauguration festivities, giving thanks for their great sacrifice and dedication.
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