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- Tuesday, June 16
President Donald Trump is in Evian-les-Bains, France, participating in the G7 Summit and meeting with various foreign leaders one-on-one today.
The Senate Budget Committee, chaired by Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina, is considering the president’s nominee for deputy director of the Office of Management and Budget.
The Senate Education Committee’s Subcommittee on Education and the American Family, chaired by Senator Tommy Tuberville of Alabama, is holding a hearing to examine the impact of artificial intelligence on the future of K-12 education.
Primary elections are being held today in Oklahoma and the District of Columbia. Alabama and Georgia are holding primary runoff elections, and a special primary election is taking place in California to fill the 14th district seat, previously held by former Representative Eric Swalwell.
As the Lord Leads, Pray with Us…
- For President Trump to be discerning in his conversations and negotiations on the global economy and security.
- For the chairs and members of congressional committees as they evaluate and hear testimony on issues facing the U.S.
- For the Lord to lead the president and his administration officials as they pursue objectives and craft policies.
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 • June 16, 2026
- 2:00 AM ET: The President participates in Executive Time [8:00 AM Local]
- 3:00 AM ET: The President participates in a Working Session with G7 Leaders and Ukraine [9:00 AM Local]
- 4:30 AM ET: The President participates in a Bilateral Meeting with the Emir of the State of Qatar [10:30 AM Local]
- 5:15 AM ET: The President participates in a Bilateral Meeting with The President of the United Arab Emirates [11:15 AM Local]
- 6:00 AM ET: The President participates in a Working Lunch with G7 Leaders and the Middle East [12:00 PM Local]
- 9:00 AM ET: The President participates in a Working Session with G7 Leaders and Development Countries [3:00 PM Local]
- 1:15 PM ET: The President participates in a Cultural Performance and Concert [7:15 PM Local]
- 2:15 PM ET: The President participates in a G7 Leaders` Social Dinner [8:15 PM Local]
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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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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- Raphael Warnock, Senator from Georgia
Raphael Warnock, Senator from Georgia
- Born – July 1969 in Savannah, Georgia
- Education – B.A., Morehouse College; M.Div., M.Phil., Ph.D., Union Theological Seminary
- Military Service – None
- Profession – Pastor
- Political Experience – Activist
- In office since – 2021
- Family – Divorced from Oulèye Ndoye, 2 children
- Religious Affiliation – Baptist
- Raphael Warnock, Senator from Georgia
- Pray and Be Encouraged
When the Son of Man comes, will he find faith on earth? – Luke 18:8
Do you understand why you pray? What motivates your prayers? Is it to try to convince God to give you what you are asking for? Is it from a sincere desire to spend time with your heavenly Father and Sovereign Lord? Or maybe it is to “bother” God so that He hurries up and answers.
Jesus told a parable at the beginning of Luke 18 that addresses this question. In fact, Luke introduced it as one that Jesus told to illustrate “that they ought always to pray and not lose heart” (Luke 18:1). The parable was about a corrupt judge and a widow who repeatedly begged him for justice against an adversary. While the judge initially ignored the woman’s pleas, he eventually gave in to her requests so that she would leave him alone.
By telling this story, Jesus contrasted how God, a righteous judge, differs from an unrighteous one, such as the judge in the story. God acts because He cares for His people, not simply to avoid being bothered by His children. Jesus’ point in this story is to encourage His followers to continue to pray. He reminded them that faith in God means persevering and not losing heart.
This reminder is just as important to believers today. Do you see God as reluctant to act? Do you pray trusting that He will answer? As you spend time in prayer, examine your heart. Ask the Lord to reveal where your faith in Him may be weak and let Him strengthen you. Let today be a new day with fervent prayer and a renewed relationship, as you lift the nation up to God.
Today’s Verse: Luke 18:8
I tell you, he will give justice to them speedily. Nevertheless, when the Son of Man comes, will he find faith on earth?
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 5:13-15, 19-20
13 I write these things to you who believe in the name of the Son of God, that you may know that you have eternal life. 14 And this is the confidence that we have toward him, that if we ask anything according to his will he hears us. 15 And if we know that he hears us in whatever we ask, we know that we have the requests that we have asked of him.
19 We know that we are from God, and the whole world lies in the power of the evil one.
20 And we know that the Son of God has come and has given us understanding, so that we may know him who is true; and we are in him who is true, in his Son Jesus Christ. He is the true God and 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.
