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- Thursday, April 25
Today, the justices of the Supreme Court are considering whether former President Donald Trump has immunity from criminal prosecution as president.
On the final scheduled day of oral arguments of this term’s calendar, the justices will hear the case regarding whether or not the actions of President Trump in questioning the outcome of the 2020 presidential election fall under immunity of the chief executive office.
President Trump maintains that the actions he took and claims he made related to the outcome of the election were official acts under his presidential authority at the time.
Though there is no actual regulation regarding the prosecution of former presidents, the Justice Department has traditionally shielded sitting presidents from being indicted.
As the Lord Leads, Pray with Us…
- For the justices of the Supreme Court to receive God’s wisdom as they hear today’s case.
- For President Trump and his attorneys to be transparent and prudent in their arguments.
- For President Biden and current administration officials to conduct the nation’s business with honesty and integrity.
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- President`s Today Schedule – April 25, 2024
- 10:00 AM ET: The President receives the President`s Daily Brief
- 11:10 AM ET: The President departs the White House en route to Joint Base Andrews
- 11:30 AM ET: The President departs Joint Base Andrews en route to Hancock Field Air National Guard Base
- 12:40 PM ET: The President arrives at Hancock Field Air National Guard Base
- 2:00 PM ET: The President delivers remarks on how the CHIPS and Science Act and his Investing in America agenda are growing the economy and creating jobs in Central New York and communities across the country
- 3:30 PM ET: The President departs Hancock Field Air National Guard Base en route to John F. Kennedy International Airport
- 4:30 PM ET: The President arrives at John F. Kennedy International Airport
- 4:40 PM ET: The President departs John F. Kennedy International Airport en route to the Westchester County Airport
- 5:00 PM ET: The President arrives at the Westchester County Airport
- 6:15 PM ET: The President participates in a campaign event
- 7:30 PM ET: The President departs Westchester County Airport route the Wall Street Landing Zone
- 7:50 PM ET: The President arrives at the Wall Street Landing Zone
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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- Melanie Rainer, Director, Office for Civil Rights, Department of Health and Human Services
Melanie Rainer, Director, Office for Civil Rights, Department of Health and Human Services
- Education – M.S.M.E., City University of New York, Brooklyn College; B.S.B.A., J.D., University of Arizona
- Military Service – None
- Profession – Healthcare official
- Political Experience – Special Assistant to the California Attorney General, U.S. Senate aide
- In office since – 2021
- Family – Undisclosed
- Religious Affiliation – Undisclosed
- Melanie Rainer, Director, Office for Civil Rights, Department of Health and Human Services
- Worth Repeating
Above all, keep loving one another earnestly, since love covers a multitude of sins. – 1 Peter 4:8
There is power in repetition. Literacy advocate Bernie McDermid says, “Repetition helps [a person] recognize that learning is not merely a one-time event but a continuous process of building upon previous knowledge.” He says, positive attitudes, confidence, and a strengthened understanding empower one for success. Pastor Ben Smith, Sr., agrees, writing, “The more critical the truth, the more often it should be repeated. The more vital the principle, the more regularly it should be expressed.”
Being a follower of Christ is a lifelong learning experience. However, it is far more than an academic exercise. It is a lifestyle, and one that is based on a simple but very profound command of the Lord, “Love your neighbor as yourself.” It is because God wants you truly committed to that life that He consistently showers you with those words in many ways and from many sources throughout Scripture. He desires that of you because it is evidence of Who He is. He wants His righteousness and His love to shine through your life. The love Jesus calls you to extend to others is truly supernatural—it comes through you only by the power of the Holy Spirit. It results from spending time with Him in disciplined prayer and the study of your Bible.
Just as a child learns to tie his shoes, it takes repetitive practice to get it right. The same is true with extending God-honoring love. It must be done again and again. While there may be a risk in a world becoming more and more hostile to the Gospel, this is your mission. It is not optional, and it is urgent because the time is short. So, keep loving, as Peter states in today’s verse. Acknowledge and encourage such love when you see it from those in government, while you continue to pray for them.
Today’s Verse: 1 Peter 4:8
Above all, keep loving one another earnestly, since love covers a multitude of sins.
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: John 13:33-35
33 Little children, yet a little while I am with you. You will seek me, and just as I said to the Jews, so now I also say to you, ‘Where I am going you cannot come.’ 34 A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you also are to love one another. 35 By this all people will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.”
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.
