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- Wednesday, April 22
The two-week ceasefire that President Donald Trump had set for a peace agreement to be put in place with Iran expires tonight. President Trump stated during a recent interview that it was highly unlikely that he would extend the two-week ceasefire. He also said that the blockade of Iranian ports would continue unless there is a peace agreement in place.
Vice President JD Vance had been set to again lead the United States delegation in Islamabad, Pakistan, but negotiations are on hold as the Iranian regime required the U.S. naval blockade be lifted before they would discuss a potential peace deal.
Over two dozen Iranian ships have reportedly been turned back to that country’s ports by the U.S. military during the blockade. The U.S. fired upon and seized an inbound Iranian-flagged ship over the weekend that ignored warnings as it tried to bypass the American naval blockade. The ship was reportedly carrying dual-use chemicals from China that are used in the manufacture of ballistic missiles.
As the Lord Leads, Pray with Us…
- For discernment for President Trump and members of his Cabinet as they assess Operation Epic Fury and next steps with Iran.
- For the president to be led by the Lord as he makes decisions and issues orders.
- For God’s protection for the men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces who are serving in harm’s way.
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 • April 22, 2026
- 8:00 AM ET: The President participates in Executive Time
- 10:00 AM ET: The President participates in a Meeting with the Commissioner of the Social Security Administration
- 12:30 PM ET: The President participates in a Policy Meeting
- 2:30 PM ET: The President participates in a Policy Meeting
- 5:30 PM ET: The President participates in a Policy Meeting
For 25 years, The Presidential Prayer Team has united millions in sharing their prayers for America on the National Day of Prayer. We offer real-time, coast-to-coast prayer activities for those who might be unable to attend local events.
This year is especially meaningful as our nation joyfully celebrates its 250th birthday! What an extraordinary milestone marking God’s faithfulness across generations. Wherever you are, join believers nationwide as we give thanks for our nation’s history, celebrate the freedoms we enjoy, and boldly lift America and its leaders to the Lord in prayer.
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Call in and RECORD a prayer to be aired on May 7, 2026, the National Day of Prayer! You can be a blessing and encouragement to others, simply by adding your voice in lifting up our nation and leaders in prayer.
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• God’s faithfulness
• A specific federal or local government official
• U.S. military, veterans and first responders
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The prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working. – James 5:16
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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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- Chief Judge Michael Brennan, Seventh Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals
Chief Judge Michael Brennan, Seventh Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals
- Born – 1963 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Education – B.A., University of Notre Dame; J.D., Northwestern University
- Military Service – None
- Profession – Attorney, Judge
- Political Experience – Milwaukee County Circuit Court
- In office since – 2025
- Family – Undisclosed
- Religious Affiliation – Undisclosed
- Chief Judge Michael Brennan, Seventh Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals
- Mortal Conflict
The horse is made ready for the day of battle, but the victory belongs to the Lord. – Proverbs 21:31
As you read the Bible, you encounter accounts of nations and people engaged in mortal conflict. The violence depicted in the Word of God has caused some to dismiss it entirely. If you adopted such an approach, you would miss critical truths about God and the world.
The Old Testament repeatedly describes the reigning culture as when “men did what was right in their own eyes.” That societal construct did not engender a world of peace; instead, such “self-righteous“ society resulted in rampant evil, bringing ruin to everything good on Earth. Yet, God took the very thing destroying humankind and used it to rescue them.
The nature of human sin results in violence, destruction, and death. But God used this to accomplish eternal grace for humanity. As Christ died at the brutal hands of a sinful world, God’s perfect justice against sin and mercy for humankind poured out, extended toward even the darkest soul. Salvation was accomplished when God defeated evil and violence! This salvation is something no person, regardless of intentions or preparedness, could achieve on their own merit. Violence in the Bible showcases how much forgiveness and mercy there is in the Lord’s salvation of us.
Today, as the world continues to brokenly pursue what is right in its own eyes, embrace God’s story of wholeness and restoration. As you read both the Old and New Testaments, look at the entire picture of the great rescue of humanity through the salvation in Jesus Christ. Pray for those governing the U.S. to accept God’s full measure of grace through Christ, leading the nation to a future of blessing.
Today’s Verse: Proverbs 21:31
The horse is made ready for the day of battle,
but the victory belongs to the Lord.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: Titus 3:3-7
3 For we ourselves were once foolish, disobedient, led astray, slaves to various passions and pleasures, passing our days in malice and envy, hated by others and hating one another. 4 But when the goodness and loving kindness of God our Savior appeared, 5 he saved us, not because of works done by us in righteousness, but according to his own mercy, by the washing of regeneration and renewal of the Holy Spirit, 6 whom he poured out on us richly through Jesus Christ our Savior, 7 so that being justified by his grace we might become heirs according to the hope of eternal life.
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.
