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- Friday, May 8
Secretary of State Marco Rubio is concluding his visit to Italy. He has met with Italian leaders in addition to the pope and Vatican officials this week.
Regarding discussions with Pope Leo XIV, State Department Spokesperson Tommy Pigott said, “The meeting underscored the strong relationship between the United States and the Holy See and their shared commitment to promoting peace and human dignity.”
After Pope Leo criticized the U.S. for its military operation against Iran, President Trump stated, “As far as the Pope is concerned, and it’s very simple. Whether I make him happy or I don’t make him happy, Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon. And he seemed to be saying that they can. And I say they cannot, because if that happened, the entire world would be hostage. And we’re not going to let that happen,”
As the Lord Leads, Pray with Us…
- For Secretary Rubio as he concludes discussions with Italian leaders and officials.
- For safe travels for the secretary of state and all the members of the president’s administration.
- For God’s protection over President Trump and that the president seeks the Lord’s wisdom.
First Ministry Letter of 2026!
Our gift to you this holiday as we remember the true reason for the season with sacred and traditional Christmas music.PRESIDENT’S SCHEDULE
- President’s Today Schedule • May 8, 2026
- 8:00 AM ET: The President participates in Executive Time
- 12:00 PM ET: The President delivers Remarks
- 5:30 PM ET: The President participates in a Policy Meeting
THANK YOU FOR PRAYING WITH US!
The National Day of Prayer was a meaningful and encouraging time as God’s people came together in prayer. Throughout the day, we were inspired by the faith, unity, and hope reflected in every prayer lifted. Thank you to all who joined us in the National Prayer Room, called in their prayers, and participated from wherever you were. Your prayers truly make a difference as we lifted our nation before the Lord.
We would also love to hear about your National Day of Prayer experience. Whether you prayed online, at church, with family and friends, or attended a special gathering, please share what stood out to you. Photos from your church, an event you attended, or even with your prayer guide are welcome. We look forward to sharing these stories with fellow members of our prayer community.
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▶ IPrayRadio.org streaming prayers through May 17
As we lift up the federal government of United States of America, each day we will highlight one elected or appointed federal official serving in office. Pray with us for each of them as they tackle their unique responsibilities and fulfill their oaths of office.
TODAY’S NATIONAL LEADER FOR PRAYER
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- Byron Donalds, Representative for Florida
Byron Donalds, Representative for Florida
- Born – October 1978 in Brooklyn, New York
- Education – B.A., Florida State University
- Military Service – None
- Profession – Financial advisor
- Political Experience – Florida House of Representatives
- In office since – 2021
- Family – Married to Erika, 3 sons
- Religious Affiliation – Protestant
- Byron Donalds, Representative for Florida
- The Invisible War
In the world you will have tribulation, but take heart, I have overcome the world. – John 16:33
Donald Grey Barnhouse was the pastor of a church in Philadelphia. The “mainline” leaders of his particular denomination, sometime after the Second World War, had begun to drift from Biblical doctrine, embracing more “contemporary” teachings. He was determined that he and his congregation would remain loyal to the inerrancy and sufficiency of the Scriptures. He spoke of the reality of an “invisible war” being fought between the armies of God and the forces of Satan for the souls of people.
That invisible war has intensified through the years. The good news is that the war has already been won. Jesus was victorious in his showdown with Satan in the wilderness (Matthew 4). He triumphed in the ultimate battle at the cross and His resurrection (John 19:28-30; Matthew 28:5-7). This sealed the enemy’s doom and ensured his total and final defeat. The Savior has given you the promise of victory—not only in the eternal realm but in your life today. The adversary may continue to whisper doubt into your ear. Having lost the power over your soul through redemption in Christ, the enemy tries to make sure you do not reproduce… that others do not come to the Lord because of your witness.
While the ideological conflict in the United States has increased, there is only One who is triumphant. Jesus Christ has won the spiritual battle. Restoration comes through Him alone. Pray for repentance for those who have been heading away from the Lord, to reverse course and return to the truth of Scripture and the victorious Redeemer.
Today’s Verse: John 16:33
I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.
All Scripture quotations and audio are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
Recommended for further reading: 1 John 5:1-11
Everyone who believes that Jesus is the Christ has been born of God, and everyone who loves the Father loves whoever has been born of him. 2 By this we know that we love the children of God, when we love God and obey his commandments. 3 For this is the love of God, that we keep his commandments. And his commandments are not burdensome. 4 For everyone who has been born of God overcomes the world. And this is the victory that has overcome the world—our faith. 5 Who is it that overcomes the world except the one who believes that Jesus is the Son of God?
6 This is he who came by water and blood—Jesus Christ; not by the water only but by the water and the blood. And the Spirit is the one who testifies, because the Spirit is the truth. 7 For there are three that testify: 8 the Spirit and the water and the blood; and these three agree. 9 If we receive the testimony of men, the testimony of God is greater, for this is the testimony of God that he has borne concerning his Son. 10 Whoever believes in the Son of God has the testimony in himself. Whoever does not believe God has made him a liar, because he has not believed in the testimony that God has borne concerning his Son. 11 And this is the testimony, that God gave us eternal life, and this life is in his Son.
All Scripture quotations and audio are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
