QUICK NAVIGATION
- Wednesday, June 24
Today, President Donald Trump is participating in the kick-off of the Great American State Fair. The ceremony on the National Mall begins the official celebration of the United States’ 250th Anniversary. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum and Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins will also offer remarks during the celebration.
The ceremony will include demonstrations by military jets and stealth bombers, presentations by military honor guards and specialty units from the U.S. Park Police, the National Park Service, and the U.S. Forest Service, and performances by the U.S. Marine Band, the U.S. Army Band, and a 30-member Armed Forces chorus.
President Trump is meeting with NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte at the White House earlier in the day. They will discuss the member nations’ increases in military defense as the United States reduces its troop presence and military equipment in parts of Europe. The U.S. drawdown is at least partially due to the lack of support from European nations during Operation Epic Fury in Iran.
Senate committees are considering the president’s nominees for confirmation to positions in the Departments of Transportation, Labor, Interior, and Health and Human Services. The Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, chaired by Senator Rand Paul of Kentucky, will hear testimony from Commissioner David Steiner on reforming the U.S. Postal Service’s business model.
As the Lord Leads, Pray with Us…
- For President Trump and administration officials as they kick off the nation’s semiquincentennial celebration.
- For the president to receive God’s guidance as he meets with the NATO secretary-general.
- For members of Senate committees as they consider the confirmation of the president’s nominees to federal posts.
- For the Lord’s grace upon this nation to be recognized and that He be glorified in the nation’s celebration of its 250th anniversary
First Ministry Letter of 2026!
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 • June 24, 2026
- 8:00 AM ET: The President participates in Executive Time
- 12:00 PM ET: The President signs the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act
- 1:00 PM ET: The President attends the Senate Steering Committee Lunch
- 3:30 PM ET: The President participates in a Meeting with the Secretary General of NATO
- 5:00 PM ET: The President participates in a Policy Meeting
- 8:30 PM ET: The President delivers Remarks at the Great American State Fair
THANK YOU FOR PRAYING WITH US!
The National Day of Prayer was a meaningful and encouraging time as God’s people came together in prayer. Throughout the day, we were inspired by the faith, unity, and hope reflected in every prayer lifted. Thank you to all who joined us in the National Prayer Room, called in their prayers, and participated from wherever you were. Your prayers truly make a difference as we lifted our nation before the Lord.
We would also love to hear about your National Day of Prayer experience. Whether you prayed online, at church, with family and friends, or attended a special gathering, please share what stood out to you. Photos from your church, an event you attended, or even with your prayer guide are welcome. We look forward to sharing these stories with fellow members of our prayer community.
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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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- David Valadao, Representative for California
David Valadao, Representative for California
- Born – April 1977 in Hanford, California
- Education – Attended the College of the Sequoias
- Military Service – None
- Profession – Dairy farmer
- Political Experience – U.S. House of Representatives, California State Assembly
- In office since – 2021
- Family – Married to Terra, 3 children
- Religious Affiliation – Catholic
- David Valadao, Representative for California
- Transparent Requests
First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people, for Kings and all who are in high positions. – 1 Timothy 2:1-2
How is your prayer life? In a letter to his barber in the spring of 1535, Martin Luther stated, “I will tell you as best I can how I approach prayer, and may our dear Lord grant to you and to everybody, to do it better than I.” Evidently, you are in good company if you find prayer to be challenging at times!
Jesus prayed regularly and often, and He had much to say about it. Before giving them the example in the Lord’s Prayer, Jesus shared with His disciples the secret of talking to God. Basically, He said, “keep it real.” He challenged them not to use fancy, meaningless words or act overly pious. Christ urged them to get alone with the Father, as He did, and be honest.
For some people, raw honesty with God may feel irreverent or sacrilegious. The reality is, while He already knows what is going on, the Father is still interested in hearing you transparently share with Him! If you want a good example of real people praying real prayers, read the entire book of Psalms. You will find a very human honesty there. Christ Jesus, deep in His human suffering, uttered the request “remove this cup from me” before saying, “not my will but yours be done.”
Today, it may be hard to pray for people you do not like or agree with. Despite disappointing political and cultural events, pray anyway. Simply tell God what is on your heart and mind, mentioning leaders and events by name. The Lord will accomplish His will, but He considers your transparent requests. And that could make the difference in your life and for the United States.
Today’s Verse: 1 Timothy 2:1-2
First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people, 2 for kings and all who are in high positions, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way.
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: Matthew 7:7-11
7 “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. 8 For everyone who asks receives, and the one who seeks finds, and to the one who knocks it will be opened. 9 Or which one of you, if his son asks him for bread, will give him a stone? 10 Or if he asks for a fish, will give him a serpent? 11 If you then, who are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father who is in heaven give good things to those who ask him!
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.
