Thank you for joining us in 40 days of prayer as we approach Election Day. Every week, we will send you daily devotionals, complete with a passage of Scripture, a reflection, and a prayer to help you navigate this tumultuous season and unite in prayer with other believers who love our country.  

Day #1 – Friday, September 27, 2024

Today’s Reading – I Timothy 2:1-2 – “Therefore I exhort first of all that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks be made for all men, for kings and all who are in authority, that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and reverence.”

Today we live in toxic and turbulent times. This has impacted the entirety of our politics. While standing unapologetically for truth against evil, Christians must also love our enemies and heed God’s call to pray for all those in positions of authority in our government.

Today’s Prayer – Heavenly Father, we thank you for our nation and the blessings you have bestowed upon us in Jesus Christ. We pray for our leaders who represent us with their delegated authorities. We ask that you guide their decision-making and bend their heart towards your will so that they might promote what is good and reject what is evil. Please revive our hearts and heal our nation as we seek you.

In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Day #2 – Saturday, September 28, 2024

Today’s Reading – Psalm 33:20-22 – “Our soul waits for the Lord; he is our help and our shield. For our heart is glad in him, because we trust in his holy name. Let your steadfast love, O Lord, be upon us, even as we hope in you.”

All elections have consequences and have a direct impact on public policy for all citizens. That is why Christians should be deeply concerned about the integrity of our political process as we contend for the Gospel and engage a lost and dying culture. We must also never forget that our ultimate hope and peace is found in the Lord Jesus Christ.

Today’s Prayer –  Gracious God, Thank you for the ability to come to you in prayer. As we boldly advocate for biblical truth in the public square and engage our culture with the salt and light of the Gospel, help us to never forget to put our hope and trust in You alone.

In Jesus’ name, Amen.

 

Day #3 – Sunday, September 29, 2024

Today’s Reading – Proverbs 14:34 – “Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin is a reproach to any people.”

Our God is holy, holy, holy. He is full of righteousness, justice, and truth. As Christians, we are Christ’s ambassadors making our appeal to sinners who are far away from God to be reconciled to Him through faith in Jesus Christ. It is also our responsibility to engage in this Gospel mission with integrity, as ones above reproach.

Today’s Prayer – Dear God, you are holy, holy, holy. We know that righteousness exalts a nation, and that righteousness can only be found in Jesus Christ. We ask that you revive our nation and that our people would turn away from their sin and to the truth of God’s word. We ask that Jesus Christ would be exalted. Help us to be full of integrity as your servants as we pray that our nation turns away from sin to the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

In Jesus’ name, Amen.  

Day #4 – Monday, September 30, 2024

Today’s Reading: “If My people who are called by My name will humble themselves and pray and seek My face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven and forgive their sin and heal their land.” (2 Chronicles 7:14)  

The Israelites repeatedly rebelled against God in the Old Testament, deliberately breaking their Covenant with Him. However, despite these failings, God, in His mercy, sought to call His people to repentance, forgive their sin, and heal their land. This is good news for us. If you want revival and healing in our nation, start by humbling yourself and seeking God’s face.    

Today’s Prayer: Father God, America needs healing.  Healing begins when we humble ourselves and pray and diligently seek Your face.  We ask You to show us where we need to be humble and create clean hearts in us, hearts that desire to seek You.

In Jesus’ name, Amen.  

Day #5 – Tuesday, October 1, 2024

 
Today’s Reading:  “Moreover look for able men from all the people, men who fear God, who are trustworthy and hate a bribe, and place such men over the people as chiefs of thousands…” (Exodus 18:21a)

Tonight, millions of Americans will tune into the Vice-Presidential debate, seeking to discern which administration will best lead our nation. As we draw closer to the election, pray that Americans will heed God’s instruction to the Israelites and seek leaders who fear God and are trustworthy.

Today’s Prayer:  Gracious Heavenly Father, thank you for allowing us to live in a free country where we have the ability to elect our leaders. We pray that You will open our eyes, grant us wisdom, and help us to discern the best leaders for our nation.

In Jesus’ name, Amen

Day #6 – Wednesday, October 2, 2024

Today’s Reading: “Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness.” (James 1:2)

Our joy is not dependent on our circumstances. True joy comes from Christ. Scripture doesn’t promise that our lives will be easy; but it does teach us how we can find joy, regardless of what is happening around us.

Today’s Prayer:  Father God, through the work of Your Holy Spirit, conform our hearts to You. Help us to find joy when we face persecution and trials. Sustain us, so that we can better serve You.

In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Day #7 – Thursday, October 3, 2024

Today’s Reading:  “But Peter and the apostles answered, ‘We must obey God rather than men.’” (Acts 5:29)

In Acts 5, as Peter and the apostles were fulfilling the Great Commission and spreading the news of Christ’s resurrection, the ruling authorities tried to stop them. Peter’s simple response contains instructions for how Christians should respond when dealing with governing authorities who are hostile to Christianity.

Today’s Prayer:  Father God, give us boldness that can only come from You. As our culture becomes increasingly hostile to You and Your truth, help Your Church not to bend the knee to earthly authorities when we face persecution, but instead, to put our faith and trust in You.

In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Day #8 – Friday, October 4, 2024

Today’s Reading: “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is insight.” (Proverbs 9:10)

America is in great need of wisdom. In our turbulent times, we need leaders who fear the Lord and seek to do what is right. Today, ask God to touch the hearts of those in authority and draw them closer to Him.

Today’s Prayer:  Heavenly Father, we need You. We need your truth, grace, and wisdom. When humans attempt to remove You from society, disaster is always the result. Draw our nation and our leaders closer to you, and grant us wisdom, which You give generously to those who ask for it.

In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Day #9 – Saturday, October 5, 2024

Today’s Reading: “Fear not, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” (Isaiah 41:10)

Fear does not come from God. He is our provider, our healer, and our strength. Why should we be afraid if we have put our trust in Him? In these turbulent times, when the world around us seems to be falling apart, set your eyes upon Jesus. Rest in Him.

Today’s Prayer:  Gracious God, thank You for the promises of Your Word. Regardless of our circumstances in this world, help us to rely on You for peace, strength, and comfort.

In Jesus’ name, Amen

Day #10 – Sunday, October 6, 2024

Today’s Reading: “So God created man in his own image, in the image of God He created him; male and female He created them.” (Genesis 1:27)

The foundations of many of our political beliefs are found in this verse. This passage teaches us that all human beings have value because we are created in the image of God. It also tells us of God’s design for gender. Every aspect of our worldview should be rooted in Scripture. God’s Word is our foundation.

Today’s Prayer:  God, thank you for Your Word. Thank You for revealing your truth to us and for creating us with inherent value. Draw our nation closer to You and Your truth. Help our society to see and treat every person as one who is made in Your image.

In Jesus’ name, Amen.