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Today, Thursday May 7, is the National Day of Prayer here in the United States. On this day Christians gather in numerous venues to lift up prayers on behalf of our nation and its leaders, and to ask for spiritual renewal for our nation and its churches. Following is a suggested prayer composed by Beth Moore, renowned bible teacher and 2009 NDP Honorary Chairperson.
Father in Heaven,
We lift our eyes toward your Throne,
where you reign in righteousness.
Your Word assures us that when Your
people cry out in sincerity and humility,
You will never turn a deaf hear to us.
We call upon you now, seeking Your
forgiveness and favor.
Look over this fevered landscape
and heal us, Lord.
Drop knees to the floor and raise eyes
to the sky, for we know where our help
comes from.
Unite these States again in devotion to
You, and blur every dividing line.
Do not give us over to our sins. Give us,
instead, over to passionate prayer that
moves your heart.
"May Your unfailing love rest upon us,
O Lord, even as we put our
hope in You."
In the name of our
Lord and Savior,
Amen
Pause and pray for our nation today. The sanctuary at our church, Ararat Baptist Church of Jackson, TN, is open all day for prayer. Visit the National Day of Prayer web site for more prayers, video, and webcasts from around the nation. You may also visit VoteSmart.gov for specific names of elected officials for which to pray.
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