President Bush tours the historic Jackson Barracks of New Orleans, headquarters of the Louisiana National Guard during a visit last week. The barracks were seriously damaged in 2005 by Hurricane Katrina. Pray for the President as he has returned to Washington and is preparing to address the Republican National Convention Monday night before heading to Camp David for the night. Photo courtesy of the White House. | Pray for President Bush as he welcomes to the White House President Jakaya Kikwete of the United Republic of Tanzania on August 29 for a meeting and lunch. The two leaders will discuss the great progress in the fight against HIV/AIDS and Malaria in Tanzania and the United States' continued commitment to social, economic, and democratic progress in Tanzania. The two leaders will also discuss African regional issues, specifically the crisis in Zimbabwe, and Darfur.
Pray for President Bush as on Monday, September 1 he travels to St.Paul, MN to address the delegates of the Republican National Convention. Pray for preparation for this important speech, and for an excellent time with fellow members of his party.
Pray for Vice President Cheney as he travels to Azerbaijan, Georgia, Ukraine and Italy on September 2 for discussions with President Aliyev of Azerbaijan, President Saakashvili of Georgia, President Yushchenko of Ukraine, and President Napolitano and Prime Minister Berlusconi of Italy, as well as senior officials of their respective governments. In addition to meetings with foreign leaders, the Vice President will attend and address the Ambrosetti forum entitled, "Intelligence on the World, Europe and Italy" in Lake Como, Italy.
As U.S. military officials prepare to hand over Anbar Province to Iraqi security forces, likely on Monday, pray for the success of this effort. Pray for U.S. troops as they remain in the region to continue in support of Iraqi troops. Pray also for Gen. David Petraeus, who commands all U.S. forces in Iraq as he prepares to present recommendations on troop levels to the Pentagon soon. Pray also for Defense Secretary Robert Gates and Adm. Mike Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff as they offer their counsel; the final decision on any troop reductions will be made by President Bush.
Pray for Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice as she continues to work on negotiations for Middle East peace, seeking to reach an agreement between Israel and the Palestinians in accord with the Annapolis accords. Pray for God’s will to be done in this matter, and for all parties to seek God’s best for the region.
Give thanks for answered prayer as the Democratic National Convention wraps up today with no major incidents or difficulties, giving thanks to God for this dynamic demonstration of the democratic process. Pray for Senator Obama and running mate Joe Biden as they now travel the nation explaining their views and seeking to gain the support of voters. Pray for God’s wisdom for voters as they diligently seek to understand the most crucial issues in this election.
The 2008 Republican National Convention will be held at Saint Paul, MN’s Xcel Energy Center September 1-4, bringing approximately 45,000 delegates, alternate delegates, volunteers, members of the media and other guests to the convention. Pray for God’s protection and safety throughout this gathering, for wisdom and grace to guide all that is done, and for God’s will to come from each meeting, conversation and decision made.
Pray for those in the path of Hurricane Gustav, asking God to protect them from danger and harm. Pray that the storm, which has already killed 22 in Haiti, will dissipate and move offshore, minimizing damage and loss of life. Pray for those still cleaning up from the ravages of Tropical Storm Fay which hit Florida and Georgia with extreme winds and flooding.
Pray for continued withdrawal of Russian troops from the nation of Georgia. Fighting between Russia and Georgia began August 7 after the Georgian military tried to retake South Ossetia by force. Russian forces then launched a counter-attack and the conflict ended with the ejection of Georgian troops from both South Ossetia and Abkhazia and an EU-brokered ceasefire. Pray for President Bush as he continues to monitor the situation, seeking to influence Russia for the good.
Pray for persecuted Christians in Orissa, India where attacks on believers are reported to continue for a fifth day. Pray for strength, encouragement and for the Church to flourish during this difficult time.
Pray for the members of our military serving faithfully in remote and difficult settings around the world, asking God’s presence and protection over each one. Pray for those struggling with issues of adjustment, marriage, health and recovery, and for their loved ones who seek to support them.
My prayer is not for them alone. I pray also for those who will believe in me through their message, that all of them may be one, Father, just as you are in me and I am in you. May they also be in us so that the world may believe that you have sent me. I have given them the glory that you gave me, that they may be one as we are one: I in them and you in me. May they be brought to complete unity to let the world know that you sent me and have loved them even as you have loved me.
—The Bible, John 17:20-23 (NIV)
In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groans that words cannot express. And he who searches our hearts knows the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for the saints in accordance with God's will.
—The Bible, Romans 8:26-27 (NIV)
 A very special friend of PPT has written a wonderful book that every family will want. A Grandparent’s Prayer Journal is chock full of Scripture-based prayers that range from character building to dream building. It has space for birthdates, special occasion dates, notes, your grandchild’s photo and a section to enter special prayer requests from parents and grandchildren. The print is large enough to facilitate easy reading. Order yours now and begin blessing your grandchildren right away!
"He who cannot cast his burden upon the Lord must bear it himself."
—O. Hallesby, The Christian Life in Light of the Cross
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On this occasion the oath I have taken before you and before God is not mine alone, but ours together. We are one nation and one people…If we fail now then we will have forgotten in abundance what we learned in hardship: that democracy rests on faith, that freedom asks more than it gives, and the judgment of God is harshest on those who are most favored.
If we succeed it will not be because of what we have, but it will be because of what we are; not because of what we own, but rather because of what we believe.
For myself, I ask only in the words of an ancient leader: "Give me now wisdom and knowledge, that I may go out and come in before this people: for who can judge this thy people, that is so great?"
—Lyndon B. Johnson, Inaugural Address, January 20, 1965
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 Barack’s Pick Is Biden
Senator Barack Obama ended months of speculation when on August 23 he named Senator Joe Biden as his running mate. In Biden he gets a seasoned veteran who has served in Congress since 1973—a venerable 35 years.
A Roman Catholic, Biden lost his young wife and infant daughter in a tragic automobile accident in 1972, just after his successful election to the Senate. His two young sons were also critically injured in the accident but both made full recoveries.
You can learn more about Senator Biden on his profile page on our Pray the Vote website.
 Popular Author Prays at Democratic Convention
Donald Miller (Blue Like Jazz, Through Painted Deserts, Searching for God Knows What), a popular young evangelical author was invited to pray the closing prayer after Monday night’s opening session.
One of several evangelicals tapped to lend their credibility at both conventions, Miller emphasized the word “I” as he closed his prayer with the following words: “I make these requests in the name of your son, Jesus, who gave his own life against the forces of injustice.”
Click HERE to watch video of Miller praying at the convention.
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For most of us, handling money is part of every day life. You may want to pull out a dollar bill right now. If you do, you will see that even the design of the United States currency you hold in your hand acknowledges God's providence and help in the founding of our nation. Read more.
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Pray for President and Mrs. Bush as they have returned to Washington following several days at their Crawford, TX ranch. Pray for the President as he continues to monitor Hurricane Gustav, to manage the situation between Russia and Georgia and to work on negotiations for a troop withdrawal from Iraq. Pray for wisdom and help in these dealings...
Pray for breakthroughs in the situation between Georgia and Russia, as Russia continues to seek dominance in the region...
Give thanks for the historic moment in the Democratic National Convention which saw the first African-American nominated as a candidate for the presidency. Give thanks for the blessings of democracy which make this possible, and pray for God's protection over the convention today as it moves to Mile High Stadium for its final night which will feature Sen. Obama's acceptance speech. Pray for God's power and love to be revealed and for continued wisdom for organizers and delegates; pray for God's will to be done throughout the convention...
Pray for Senator John McCain as he prepares to announce his vice presidential running mate tomorrow, that God's grace and wisdom will guide him...
Pray for those in the path of Hurricane Gustav--battering Jamaica today--as it moves toward the Gulf of Mexico, and for leaders in Louisiana where Gov. Jindahl has declared a state of emergency to give citizens time to prepare should the storm make landfall there. Pray for safety and for care for all, particularly for those without strength or resources to protect themselves from impending danger. Pray for the storm to break up and move offshore. Pray for all those impacted by flooding and wind damage following Tropical Storm Fay, for encouragement as they recover and rebuild...
Pray for Secretary of State Rice as she continues to work with Middle Eastern leaders seeking to negotiate peace in that region on this, her seventh trip to the region in the last ten months...
Give thanks for the success and safety throughout the Summer Olympic Games and for answered prayers for safety and protection...
Pray for our troops as they work to safeguard our freedom, giving thanks for their sacrifices on our behalf...
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For Some It’s the Hardest Part
I was recently in the gym working out when a trainer came over to speak with me. We began discussing the equipment in the gym. He said, “John, do want to know what’s the hardest, the most difficult piece of equipment in here?” I was full of anticipation; I wanted to go right over and try it out. He said, “It’s the front door. If people can just get through the front door, their workout goes to another level.”
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It is the same for our prayer life. If we can get through the front door of our prayer life, setting aside deliberate time to pray and get into Scripture, we’ve begun to exercise our prayer muscles.
That’s what we strive to help you do here at The Presidential Prayer Team. We want to help you open the front door of your prayer life, giving you tools to strengthen your prayer muscles! We know that learning about and practicing prayer for your country will help your prayer life in other areas as well. May you be encouraged and strengthened as you exercise your “prayer muscles.” Check out our latest resource, A Grandparent’s Prayer Journal.
PPT members have responded enthusiastically to our 40 Days to Pray the Vote daily emails. If you have not participated in this effort, we urge you to sign up today! Unsure what to expect? You can view a sample page HERE.
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Today I ask all to join together to pray that God continues to bestow His blessings on our wonderful country. We pray that the Almighty will strengthen America's families. A caring family is the foundation of a hopeful society. We pray that every child in America can grow up in a loving and stable home. We pray for the day when every child in America is welcomed in life and protected in law. And we pray that in every community across this great land, the Almighty will strengthen los valores de la familia y de la fe [values of family and faith].
—George W. Bush, June 26, 2008 at the National Hispanic Prayer Breakfast
Medal Winning Olympians Have their Testimonies distributed in the Underground Church
Courtesy of ASSIST News Service, Jeremy Reynalds
The Christian testimonies of four medal-winning Olympic athletes have been circulated worldwide - including in the underground Chinese church - for more than two years.
Read more.
TheCall DC a Powerful Success
Courtesy of Family Research Council
TheCall DC was an historic, much-needed and timely Solemn Assembly. Saturday, August 16, tens of thousands of praying Christians, young and old (mostly college age and young adult), gathered on the Washington Mall for TheCall . People from many denominations, ethnic and racial groups participated for over 12 hours of corporate repentance, prayer and fasting. Read more.
Town turns to prayer to fight pornography
Courtesy of OneNewsNow
An adult entertainment facility in Lavonia, Georgia, has shut its doors, and opponents believe it was due to the power of prayer.
Café Risqué opened six years ago, and the city lost several lawsuits to try to close it or force it to move from its location along the nearby interstate highway. The business was deemed an embarrassment to the city, but residents turned to prayer in order to shut the place down. Read more.
Luis Palau’s Lesson: How to Surprise your Mayor
Courtesy of ASSIST News Service, Rusty Wright
Leadership can be lonely. When you're the mayor, people who talk to you very often want something from you. That's why Portland, Oregon, Mayor Tom Potter was so surprised when one citizen - a prominent international figure - asked what he and his network of local leaders and activists could do for the mayor and the city. Read more.
This Marine Corps recruit waits for a teammate to pass him on a plank so he may cross a gap without touching the ground at the Weapons and Field Training Battalion on Camp Pendleton, CA. Pray for our troops, whether serving at home or abroad, particularly those new recruits who are coping with great change while learning new skills and routines. Photo courtesy of the Department of Defense. |
Mark just returned to the states from his fifth tour in Iraq. He and his wife, Shanna, are at home in North Carolina and will be traveling to our house in Rock Hill, SC this week for us to see him. Thanks for your prayers.
Andy is serving in Afghanistan, in fairly "safe" job, but his base has been attacked, once while he was in the shower; the base lost electricity. Please pray that Andy will grow closer, not farther, from God during his enlistment.
Please pray for Greg and Sarah—for Greg's safety, courage, and bravery; for him to make right and good decisions and to surround himself with Christians. Please pray for Sarah's peace, courage, and provision while Greg is away. Pray for them to be drawn closer together in the Lord. Thank you.
John has received his Master of Divinity degree and is waiting for ordination. He has been approved for the chaplain program and will go back into the Navy and to chaplain school as soon as he is ordained. He and Jessica are living in Illinois now. Continue to pray for them that the LORD will have his perfect way in their lives.
Please pray for Eric we still did not hear from him directly but in the Army website newsletter we know they are well they got to Iraq and are carrying on their missions, praise God! But we would like to hear from him directly a phone call or e-mail. His wife is in town for a month at her parents’ home. Pray Psalm 91 and Psalm 121 daily and the blood of Jesus as coverage every day.
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