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- Thursday, April 17
Today, Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Special Envoy Steve Witkoff are in Paris, France, for talks on ending the Russia-Ukraine war. Envoy Witkoff is scheduled to meet with French President Emmanuel Macron while Secretary Rubio engages in discussions with Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot.
President Donald Trump has again promoted the need for peace and to stop the bloodshed. “I think the whole war is a horrible thing,” the president stated this week. “That’s a war that should have never been allowed to start.“
Envoy Witkoff met with Russian President Vladimir Putin last week. He reported that the “contours of a peace deal with Russia are gradually coming into view.”
The U.S. officials will also discuss the Middle East, potential nuclear deal with Iran, and progress on trade negotiations with the French leaders.
As the Lord Leads, Pray with Us…
- For wisdom for Secretary Rubio and Envoy Witkoff as they discuss the end of the war in Ukraine with the French president and minister.
- For President Trump to receive guidance from the Lord as he seeks to halt the conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
- For all U.S. officials as they engage in foreign diplomatic efforts.
2025 Official Prayer Guide
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Suggested Prayer Topics
• God’s faithfulness
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• U.S. military, veterans and first responders
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The prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working. – James 5:16
Our gift to you this holiday as we remember the true reason for the season with sacred and traditional Christmas music.PRESIDENT’S SCHEDULE
- President’s Today Schedule for April 17, 2025
- 12:00 PM ET: The President greets the Prime Minister of the Italian Republic
- 12:05 PM ET: The President participates in a Bilateral Lunch with the Prime Minister of the Italian Republic
- 1:05 PM ET: The President participates in a Bilateral Meeting with the Prime Minister of the Italian Republic
- 4:00 PM ET: The President signs Executive Orders
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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- Phil Murphy, Governor of New Jersey
Phil Murphy, Governor of New Jersey
- Born – August 1957 in Needham, Massachusetts
- Education – B.A., Harvard University; M.B.A., University of Pennsylvania
- Military Service – None
- Profession – Politician, diplomat, financier
- Political Experience – U.S. Ambassador to Germany
- In office since – 2018
- Family – Married to Tammy, 4 children
- Religious Affiliation – Undisclosed
- Phil Murphy, Governor of New Jersey
- Flying in the Dark
God is light, and in him is no darkness at all. – 1 John 1:5
NASA’s Apollo 13 flight was launched from Kennedy Space Center on April 11, 1970. It was the seventh crewed mission in the Apollo space program and astronauts Jim Lovell, Jack Swaggart, and Fred Haise were scheduled to walk on the moon. However, during the flight, an oxygen tank in the service module failed two days into the mission. Not only did they have to abort their moon landing, but it also looked as if they would not have enough engine power and cabin oxygen to return to Earth alive. They changed course and one of the tensest times during the flight was when the spaceship orbited behind the moon. For agonizing hours, the astronauts were flying in the darkness on the far side of the moon, out of radio contact with Mission Control in Houston.
All across the United States, people prayed for the safety of the astronauts. The nation breathed a sigh of relief when radio contact was reestablished. The Lord answered all those prayers when Apollo 13 was successfully brought home, 55 years ago today.
Whatever crisis you are facing, God walks with you during those dark times. Jesus is no less present behind the moon’s shadow than He is beside you right now. God’s Spirit provides strength, peace, and wisdom so you can handle any challenge. Psalm 23:4 states, “Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.” So, as you observe what is happening in the nation, trust the Lord no matter how the situation appears. Pray that America’s governing officials will do the same.
Today’s Verse: 1 John 1:5
This is the message we have heard from him and proclaim to you, that God is light, and in him is no darkness at all.
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: Psalm 23
The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.
2 He makes me lie down in green pastures.
He leads me beside still waters.
3 He restores my soul.
He leads me in paths of righteousness
for his name’s sake.
4 Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,
I will fear no evil,
for you are with me;
your rod and your staff,
they comfort me.
5 You prepare a table before me
in the presence of my enemies;
you anoint my head with oil;
my cup overflows.
6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me
all the days of my life,
and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord
forever.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.
Since January 20, we have been united in prayer over the first 100 days of office for President Donald J. Trump and his administration. Your prayers have been a beacon of hope and strength, and together, we have witnessed the power of collective prayer.
Thank you for your unwavering support and dedication. May we continue to carry the momentum of PRAY100 in our hearts, always seeking to uplift and support our leaders and nation in prayer.
