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We want to openly share our needs and keep you informed about the status of this ministry. Since 2001, this ministry has been reaching millions of Americans with the help of God’s people, who have graciously underwritten the daily expenses of the prayer team. Every gift, no matter the size, is of great help. We invite you to prayerfully consider helping us meet our monthly budgeted need with a gift today.

Thank you for partnering with us in prayer.

Jim Bolthouse

President

1 Timothy 2:1-2

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TODAY’S BRIEFING

VANTAGE POINT DEVOTIONAL

  • Sunday, December 22

    The Department of Energy announced funding to support the domestic manufacturing of next-generation batteries

    Energy Secretary Granholm said that the $25 million in funding for 11 projects would enhance national security and provide more American jobs.

    The Energy Department explained, “Batteries are critical for the next–generation technologies that will enhance energy affordability and increase America’s overall energy security and independence.“

    As the Lord Leads, Pray with Us…

    • For the energy secretary to be led by the Lord as she oversees the Energy Department’s support for domestic next-generation battery production.
    • For U.S. officials as they assess and strategize options to address issues facing the nation.
    • For the president and has Cabinet as they pursue the administration’s goal in the remaining weeks of this term.


The 2023 Year-End Matching Challenge has concluded.

Thank you to everyone who contributed and helped us reach 75.3% of our goal! Any remaining phone, mail, and web donations will be counted toward the final match as we process them this coming week. We are exceptionally blessed by everyone who has prayed for us and those who have selflessly been able to contribute. You can still give any time. Your prayers and generosity are appreciated.

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For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. – Ephesians 6:12

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A special dollar-for-dollar match is available for any generous gift you make. Prayerfully consider what you can do to help as we seek to be the praying voice for truth and biblical values in America for God’s glory.

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PRESIDENT’S SCHEDULE

Presidential Prayer Team

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

  • Bill Lee, Governor of Tennessee
    • Bill Lee, Governor of Tennessee

      Bill Lee, Governor of Tennessee

      • Born – October 1959 in Franklin, Tennessee
      • Education – B.S., Auburn University
      • Military Service – None
      • Profession – Politician, business executive
      • Political Experience – None
      • In office since – 2019
      • Family – Widowed of Carol Ann; Married to Maria; 4 children
      • Religious Affiliation – Nondenominational
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  • A Child, A Son

    For to us a child is born, to us a son is given;     – Isaiah 9:6 

    Today’s verse from Isaiah, sung in Handel’s Messiah, may be glossed over without giving full consideration to what Scripture is saying. Theologians agree that there is a difference between the child and the son. It is an important prophecy that, as the words of the verse continue, could only be fulfilled by the Messiah. In both cases, this person has been given “to us.” Pastor and Bible teacher David Guzik writes, “Us is the Jews—for their benefit. This child will come from the Jews… That He will be born indicates that He has human parents and thus speaks of the incarnation of Christ… And while He emptied Himself of His divine prerogatives, He never ceased being God.” 

    That He was a child fulfills the human portion of the remainder of today’s verse. He would be called “Wonderful Counselor.” In His humanity, Jesus had love for His people and sympathy with them. Scholars like Matthew Henry and Charles Spurgeon agree that “In His humility, meekness, and patience, in His wisdom, conduct, courage, and greatness of soul: wonderful in His life; in His private life, many wonderful things are recorded of Him,” all consistent with His humanity fulfilling this part of Isaiah’s prophecy. 

    Then you see that a son is given. This is the very Son of God, given to the Jew first and also to the Gentile world (Romans 1:16). While the child was born, the Son is a gift from the Father. In fulfillment of Old Testament covenants, He is “The Mighty God, the Everlasting Father, the Prince of Peace.” He is very God of very God, quoting a phrase from the Nicene Creed. Pastor and author Adrian Rogers says, “This little baby that was upon the straw is the Mighty God of Genesis 1. This little baby who held Mary’s hand as a toddler and learned to walk is the One from whose fingertips suns sprang and oceans dripped. He is the Mighty God.” He is the promise of peace when He comes again to rule and reign. And of His kingdom there shall be no end. 

    “Hail the Heaven born Prince of Peace! Hail the Son of Righteousness! Light and life to all He brings, Risen with healing in His wings. Mild He lays His glory by, born that man no more may die; born to raise the Sons of Earth, born to give us second birth. Hark, the herald angels sing: Glory to the newborn King!” 

    Today’s Verse: Isaiah 9:6 

    For to us a child is born, 
        to us a son is given; 
    and the government shall be upon his shoulder, 
        and his name shall be called 
    Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, 
        Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. 

    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: Isaiah 9:2-7 

    The people who walked in darkness 
        have seen a great light; 
    those who dwelt in a land of deep darkness, 
        on them has light shone. 
    3 You have multiplied the nation; 
        you have increased its joy; 
    they rejoice before you 
        as with joy at the harvest, 
        as they are glad when they divide the spoil. 
    4 For the yoke of his burden, 
        and the staff for his shoulder, 
        the rod of his oppressor, 
        you have broken as on the day of Midian. 
    5 For every boot of the tramping warrior in battle tumult 
        and every garment rolled in blood 
        will be burned as fuel for the fire. 
    6 For to us a child is born, 
        to us a son is given; 
    and the government shall be upon his shoulder, 
        and his name shall be called 
    Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, 
        Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. 
    7 Of the increase of his government and of peace 
        there will be no end, 
    on the throne of David and over his kingdom, 
        to establish it and to uphold it 
    with justice and with righteousness 
        from this time forth and forevermore. 
    The zeal of the Lord of hosts will do this. 

    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.

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