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- Issue 681 – Verse of the Week
January 9th – January 15th, 2025
VERSE OF THE WEEK
The joy of the Lord is your strength. – Nehemiah 8:10
Your Source of Strength
Jesus spoke prophetic words about His return during His earthly ministry, and of the things that would occur prior to His Second Coming. Some might say all those things have been fulfilled and there is nothing left but for the Father to tell His Son to come for His children. Living in what are possibly the last days before the Savior’s return may cause some Christians to feel timid or uncertain. While society may unravel and the world is in distress, you have a God full of infinite mercy and grace Who continues to reach out to those who will hear His voice and come to Him. That alone is cause for joy to overflow, and, in that joy, you find God’s strength. The Lord is your absolute Source. Whatever tomorrow brings, He is there. Each day of your life is in His mighty hands. Praise God for His redeeming love and let His joy strengthen you today.
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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 681 – Federal Branches
Praying for Our Leaders in Government
Executive Branch: Pray for the President and his Administration
National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan has known that China has the capability to knock out America’s critical infrastructure, including the power grid and ports, for over a year. He stated, “We have made considerable progress, but serious vulnerabilities remain in sectors where we don’t have mandatory cybersecurity requirements.”
Pray for national security officials as they assess the U.S.’ vulnerabilities and propose solutions.
Legislative Branch: Pray for Senators and Representatives in Congress
Senator Ted Cruz of Texas, with the support of Senator Tim Kaine of Virginia, successfully added an amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act last month that requires newly commissioned military officers to receive training on the Constitution before they assume their first leadership position. The Defense Department will need to ensure new officers understand the oath under the Constitution and how the founding document is “relevant to military service.“
For members of the House and Senate to be discerning in their introduction and sponsorship of legislation.
PRAY FOR CONGRESSIONAL COMMITTEES
The House Judiciary Committee, chaired by Representative Jim Jordan of Ohio, requested information from 60 companies regarding their connection with climate organizations. The committee is investigating the influence of the organizations on companies’ policies and asset management strategies, particularly environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals, which would violate antitrust laws.
Pray for committee chairs and members to be led by the Lord as they seek to hold publicly held companies accountable for illegal activity.
Judicial Branch: Pray for Supreme Court Justices and Federal Judges
The Second Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals ruled to reinstate the case of pro-life organizations challenging a New York law that would require them to employ staff that do not agree with their philosophy. A district court had dismissed the First Amendment case surrounding the labor law which prohibits “discrimination based on an employee’s or a dependent’s reproductive health decision making.”
Pray for federal justices and judges as they review and determine the constitutionality of states’ actions and decisions.
Featured Leaders For Prayer
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Rohit Chopra, Director, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
The CFPB director said the lawsuit against banks that own Zelle is due to lack of safeguards for consumers who have been defrauded through the payment app.
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John Fetterman, U.S. Senator from Pennsylvania
Senator Fetterman co-sponsored the Laken Riley Act, immigration legislation that has already passed the House of Representatives.
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Judge Aileen Cannon, Southern Florida U.S. District Court
A federal judge in Florida has temporarily enjoined the special counsel from releasing a final report in the classified case that was brought against President Trump.
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General Eric Smith, Commandant of the U.S. Marine Corps
The Marine Corps has overhauled its reenlistment process under its Talent Management 2030 plan.
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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- Mike Parson, Governor of Missouri
Mike Parson, Governor of Missouri
- Born – September 1955 in Wheatland, Missouri
- Education – University of Maryland; University of Hawaii
- Military Service – U.S. Army
- Profession – Politician, law officer, farmer, business owner
- Political Experience – Lieutenant Governor of Missouri, Missouri Senate, Missouri House of Representatives, Sheriff of Polk County
- In office since – 2018
- Family – Married to Teresa, 2 children
- Religious Affiliation – Baptist
- Mike Parson, Governor of Missouri
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AMERICA’S HISTORY OF FAITH AND PRAYER
- Issue 681 – Faith and Prayer History
“Justice is based on God’s written law, back through the New Testament to Moses; written Law; and the content and authority of that written Law is rooted back to Him who is the final reality. Thus, neither church nor state were equal to, let alone above, that Law. The base for law is not divided, and no one has the right to place anything, including king, state or church, above the contents of God’s Law.“
– Francis A. Schaeffer, from A Christian Manifesto, 1981
- Issue 681 – National Prayer Needs
Additional National Prayer Needs
Pray for America’s Military
The Defense Department announced an investment of $14.3 million to design, produce, and test solid rocket motor systems. Assistant Secretary Taylor-Kale said, “This will… provide domestic manufacturing capabilities to meet critical demand for current and future U.S. systems.“
Pray for Pentagon officials as they seek to ensure the resilience of the supply chain and support domestic production.
PRAY FOR AN END TO THE WAR IN UKRAINE
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin announced an additional $500 million in weapons from U.S. stockpiles for Ukraine during his meeting with the Ukraine Defense Contact Group. Secretary Austin stated, “Our focus will be on maintaining momentum, delivering results, and sending a clear message: The international community stands resolute in its support for Ukraine.”
Pray for President Biden, Secretary Austin, and the Joint Chiefs of Staff as they continue to send U.S. weapons to Ukraine.
Pray for AMERICA’S RELATIONSHIP WITH ISRAEL
Secretary of State Antony Blinken recently acknowledged that the pressure the U.S. placed on Israel to provide humanitarian aid to Gaza after Hamas’ October 7 attack in 2023 may have emboldened the terrorist group to refuse ceasefire deals. He also stated Israel has not committed genocide in Gaza.
Pray for U.S. officials as they seek the release of the remaining hostages in a ceasefire agreement.
Pray for AMERICA’S HEALTH AND WELL-BEING
The Food and Drug Administration released guidelines for the first time for levels of lead in processed baby foods. The guidelines mandate that manufacturers ensure no more than 10 parts per billion of lead in several types of baby food. The guidance did not address formula, beverages, or snacks. Some experts responded that most currently marketed baby foods already fall within these limits.
Pray for FDA officials as they review and assess the safe levels of lead in food and drink products.
Pray for Needs Across the States
The Ohio Legislature approved a bill that is now before Governor Mike DeWine that would enforce a “Parents Bill of Rights.“ The legislation would give parents in the state greater control over aspects of their children’s lives, such as health care and education. The measure seeks to counter the influence of schools on children’s physical and mental health.
The Wisconsin Elections Commission opened an investigation after almost 200 absentee ballots were found uncounted in Madison. Commission members were not informed of the oversight until a month and a half after the election. The clerk’s office stated that the uncounted votes did not impact the outcome of any race or referendum.
Pray for state legislatures and election officials as they seek to address issues in their jurisdictions.
Pray for America’s Faith Community
“The way God wrote His beautiful story throughout 66 books, over 1500 years, through the voices of around 40 authors, being unified in its collective message, is truly remarkable. We serve a God who gave us proof through His Word about who He is, in a way that only He would be able to do (2 Peter 1:20-21) so that we could trust His authority and rest in Him. Messianic prophecies give us assurance that Jesus is who He says He is. From both a scholarly and personal perspective – what a wonderful gift!“ – Elizabeth Kloc, The Apologetics Corner, December 2024
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