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- Issue 698 – Verse of the Week
May 8th – May 14th, 2025
VERSE OF THE WEEK
Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. – Matthew 11:28
Come Away
Most people have experienced periods of sheer exhaustion in their lives. Perhaps it was from a work project that took more hours than anticipated. Or maybe it was the effort of birthing a baby who was resistant to entering the world. Or it might have been from an illness that seemed to worsen in spite of the doctor’s prescription or treatment program. God understands. Jesus experienced exhaustion as well. His example is one for you to follow. He urges you to come to Him before you “come apart!“ He wants you to find true rest, a time alone to commune with Him. The Lord wants you to come away and be with Him so that He can mend your spirit and soul. Whether you pray, read your Bible, or are simply still in His presence, come to Him and let Him give you peace and rest.
THANK YOU FOR PRAYING WITH US!
The active participation and prayers from God’s people on the National Day of Prayer were truly impactful. It was an inspiring day, brimming with faith and hope. Our heartfelt thanks go out to everyone who participated in the National Prayer Room, called in their prayers, and prayed alongside us. Thank you for uplifting our nation in prayer!
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Our gift to you this holiday as we remember the true reason for the season with sacred and traditional Christmas music.- Issue 698 – Federal Branches
Praying for Our Leaders in Government
Executive Branch: Pray for the President and his Administration
President Donald Trump has made it one of his administration’s goals to address anti-Christian bias, forming a task force to eradicate such bias from government agencies. Attorney General Pam Bondi recently met with members of the task force to hear testimony from Christians who were targeted by federal agencies under the previous administration.
Pray for the president and members of his administration as they seek to end bias and discrimination against Christians.
Legislative Branch: Pray for Senators and Representatives in Congress
Senator Thom Tillis opposed President Trump’s appointee for U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia this week. He rejected the current interim attorney based on his representation of and support for defendants involved in the protests of January 6, 2021. His refusal kills the nomination in the Senate Judiciary Committee and opens the possibility of D.C. District Chief Judge James Boasberg selecting an attorney for the position.
Pray for members of Congress to be prudent in their approach to judicial confirmations.
PRAY FOR CONGRESSIONAL COMMITTEES
The Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, chaired by Senator John Boozman of Arkansas, heard testimony this week from Acting Associate Chief Chris French to review the “Fix Our Forests” Act. The act is intended to improve forest management and the resilience of fire-prone forest land in the National Forest System, public lands under the jurisdiction of the Bureau of Land Management, and Tribal lands.
Pray for chairs and members of congressional committees as they seek to improve forest management and reduce forest fires.
Judicial Branch: Pray for Supreme Court Justices and Federal Judges
The Supreme Court will consider whether to restrict the ability of district judges to place nationwide injunctions against executive actions this coming week. President Trump’s administration has requested the high court overturn several injunctions that limit birthright citizenship to babies born to legal residents or citizens of the U.S. The decision regarding district judges’ jurisdiction will widely apply to injunctions and stays in other lawsuits brought against the president’s orders.
Pray for the justices of the Supreme Court as they hear arguments for and against limiting federal judges’ powers to place nationwide injunctions.
Featured Leaders For Prayer
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Harmeet Dhillon, Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights Division
Assistant Attorney General Dhillon announced that the FACE Act, which had been largely used to prosecute pro-lifers, will be utilized against violent attackers of pro-life pregnancy centers and churches.
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Tammy Baldwin, U.S. Senator from Wisconsin
Senator Tammy Baldwin reintroduced the Equality Act with several of her Senate colleagues to protect members of the LGBTQ+ community from discrimination.
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Chief Judge Mark Barnett, U.S. Court of International Trade
Chief Judge Mark Barnett has assigned cases challenging President Trump’s authority to implement tariffs to judicial panels in the U.S. Court of International Trade.
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General Ronald P. Clark, Commander, U.S. Army Pacific
Commanding General Clark of U.S. Army Pacific stated that China’s exercises simulating a blockade of Taiwan have increased in frequency and require the clear commitment of the U.S. to deter such an assault.
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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- Susie Wiles, White House Chief of Staff
Susie Wiles, White House Chief of Staff
- Born – May 1957 in New Jersey
- Education – B.A., University of Maryland, College Park
- Military Service – None
- Profession – Government official, political consultant
- Political Experience – Campaign manager, Political advisor
- In office since – 2023
- Family – Divorced to Lanny, 2 children
- Religious Affiliation – Undisclosed
- Susie Wiles, White House Chief of Staff
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AMERICA’S HISTORY OF FAITH AND PRAYER
- Issue 698 – Faith and Prayer History
“I am sustained by the prayers of the people in this country. I guess an appropriate way to say this, it’s one of the beautiful things about America and Americans from all walks of life is that they’re willing to pray for the President and his family. And that’s powerful. It’s hard for me to describe to you what that means.“
– President George W. Bush, December 16, 2003
- Issue 698 – National Prayer Needs
Additional National Prayer Needs
Pray for America’s Military
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth extended the USS Harry S. Truman aircraft carrier’s deployment to the Middle East a second time. The U.S. kept two carrier strike groups in the region for an additional week as the U.S. fought back against attacks from the Iran-backed Houthis of Yemen on shipping in the Red Sea. President Trump halted the strikes this week as the terror group agreed to stop attacking vessels in the region.
Pray for Secretary Hegseth and officials in the Defense Department as they assess the deployment of vessels and equipment around the world.
PRAY FOR AN END TO THE WAR IN UKRAINE
Following the signing of the United States-Ukraine Reinvestment Fund last week, President Trump approved the first military aid of his second term for Ukraine. The agreement does not allow Ukraine to seek entrance into the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) but the nation could apply for membership to the European Union. Russia has claimed to want peace even as it continues attacks against Ukraine. Russia had called for a three-day ceasefire to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Second World War starting May 8.
Pray for U.S. diplomats who are involved in discussions regarding peace in Ukraine.
Pray for AMERICA’S RELATIONSHIP WITH ISRAEL
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., called on King Abdullah II of Jordan to make good on his pledge to President Trump in February to take 2,000 critically ill children from Gaza to his nation to receive care. Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has also reached out to Jordan’s ambassador to the U.S. on the subject. The Jordanians have only taken 44 children with grave illnesses, stating they will not admit more without assurance that they’ll be permitted to return to Gaza.
Pray for U.S. officials as they seek to ensure critically ill children in Gaza receive the care and treatment they need.
Pray for AMERICA’S HEALTH AND WELL-BEING
The Department of Health and Human Services announced that vaccines will again be tested against an inert placebo to measure the risk profile of the injections. The federal health agency stated that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have not adequately monitored vaccine complications. While the use of a placebo trial has still been used for new pathogen shots, they had shifted to comparing updated vaccines to existing ones.
Pray for discernment for Secretary Kennedy and HHS, CDC, and FDA officials as they implement changes to vaccine trials.
Pray for Needs Across the States
Washington Governor Bob Ferguson signed a state law that requires the reporting of suspected child abuse or neglect by clergy even if the information is gleaned by religious confession. The statute removes the protected “seal of the confessional” from Catholic priests. The Justice Department has opened an investigation into the law’s potential violation of the First Amendment’s Free Exercise of Religion.
The Ohio Supreme Court ruled to allow the state to uphold its ban on transgender surgery and hormone therapy for minors. The law also blocks biological males from competing in girls’ and women’s sports. The ruling overturns the 10th District Court of Appeals reversal of a lower court’s decision that permitted enforcement of the law.
Pray for state governors and judicial officials as they make decisions that relate to the protection of minors.
Pray for America’s Faith Community
“I love Bible verses that help me to hang on! … I find myself holding onto the Bible for dear life, gripping it in tears, with nails bleeding. It’s not that I’m getting tired of living with paralysis, it’s just, well, the Bible is such a powerful source of hope. My suffering will one day have an end. My hardships will one day be behind me. And something so grand, so glorious is going to happen on the day that I leave this wheelchair behind that it is going to suffice for every tear I have shed, every pain I have endured. When we see Jesus, just 30 seconds in his presence will more than compensate for every trouble and every trial. Oh, my goodness, that, my friend, is hope. … So, keep a firm grip on the faith. The suffering won’t last forever. It won’t be long before this generous God who has great plans for us in Christ—eternal and glorious plans they are! … will have you put together and on your feet for good.” – Joni Eareckson Tada, “Just Thirty Seconds in His Presence,” Sharing Hope
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