QUICK NAVIGATION
- Tuesday, March 31
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that President Donald Trump prefers diplomacy, after the president threatened to target Iranian energy infrastructure if Tehran does not open the Strait of Hormuz.
Secretary Rubio spoke about the efforts to negotiate ahead of Operation Epic Fury, stating, “We could have done this before. I mean, imagine an Iranian regime who – instead of spending billions of dollars supporting terrorist groups and building up all these weapons – invested that money into Iran, for the people of Iran, so they wouldn’t have water shortages, so their economies would provide opportunities.”
He added, “People of Iran are incredible people – very resourceful, very entrepreneurial – but it’s their regime that’s been a problem, and instead they’ve chosen to spend the wealth of their country to support Hezbollah and Hamas and Shia militias inside of Iraq.”
The Israeli Defense Forces killed the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps navy commander last week, who authorized the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Other top Iranian naval officials also died in the strike. The Iran-backed Houthis have recently attacked southern Israel and have threatened to shut down the Bab al-Mandab Strait near the Red Sea.
As the Lord Leads, Pray with Us…
- For Vice President Vance and Secretary Rubio to be discerning as they engage in the indirect peace talks with Iran.
- For President Trump and his advisors to receive God’s wisdom as they address conflicts across the globe.
- For the Lord’s protection over U.S. soldiers, sailors, and airmen serving in the Middle East and around the world.
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 • March 31, 2026
- 8:00 AM ET: The President participates in Executive Time
- 3:00 PM ET: The President participates in a Policy Meeting
- 4:00 PM ET: The President participates in a Policy Meeting
- 7:30 PM ET: The President and The First Lady attend Chicago Opening Night
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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- Ronny Jackson, Representative for Texas
Ronny Jackson, Representative for Texas
- Born – May 1967 in Levelland, Texas
- Education – B.S., Texas A&M University; M.D., University of Texas Medical Branch
- Military Service – U.S. Navy, medical officer (retired)
- Profession – Physician
- Political Experience – White House physician for 44th and 45th presidents
- In office since – 2021
- Family – Married to Jane, 3 children
- Religious Affiliation – Restorationist
- Ronny Jackson, Representative for Texas
- Faithful Savior
The Lord is faithful. He will establish you and guard you against the evil one. – 2 Thessalonians 3:3
Martin Luther is quoted as saying, “If you don’t believe in the devil, it’s because you’ve never resisted him.” You need God’s strength and protection from this adversary who “prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour” (1 Peter 5:8). God promises to provide all you need for the battle against the adversary.
Dr. J. Vernon McGee encouraged, “Hold tenaciously to this little verse. The Lord is faithful. He will never, has never, let you down.” The Lord will establish you if you come to the Word of God and let it permeate your life. Dwight L. Moody once said, “The Bible will keep you from sin, or sin will keep you from the Bible.” Throughout the scriptures, the Lord warns of the reality of evil and its impact on a person’s life. It is in His Word that you come to know Christ as Savior, whose desire is a personal relationship with you. He is the faithful Savior, giving power to believers from within and guarding them from the assaults of the devil.
“Now to him who is able to keep you from stumbling and to present you blameless before the presence of his glory with great joy, to the only God, our Savior, through Jesus Christ our Lord, be glory, majesty, dominion, and authority, before all time and now and forever. Amen” (Jude 24-25). The road may be difficult. In today’s world, government mandates may run contrary to God’s Word. Only the Lord can sustain you… and He is faithful! Cherish that truth.
Today’s Verse: 2 Thessalonians 3:3
But the Lord is faithful. He will establish you and guard you against the evil one.
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: Psalm 91:1-12
He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High
will abide in the shadow of the Almighty.
2 I will say to the Lord, “My refuge and my fortress,
my God, in whom I trust.”
3 For he will deliver you from the snare of the fowler
and from the deadly pestilence.
4 He will cover you with his pinions,
and under his wings you will find refuge;
his faithfulness is a shield and buckler.
5 You will not fear the terror of the night,
nor the arrow that flies by day,
6 nor the pestilence that stalks in darkness,
nor the destruction that wastes at noonday.
7 A thousand may fall at your side,
ten thousand at your right hand,
but it will not come near you.
8 You will only look with your eyes
and see the recompense of the wicked.
9 Because you have made the Lord your dwelling place—
the Most High, who is my refuge—
10 no evil shall be allowed to befall you,
no plague come near your tent.
11 For he will command his angels concerning you
to guard you in all your ways.
12 On their hands they will bear you up,
lest you strike your foot against a stone.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.
