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- Friday, April 17
President Donald Trump is scheduled to speak at the Turning Point USA event in Phoenix, Arizona, today.
The president will discuss the upcoming midterm elections at the “Build the Red Wall” event being held at a megachurch in the area.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is meeting with South Korean Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol today in Washington, D.C. The two financial officials will discuss the bilateral trade exemptions that were impacted by the Supreme Court ruling on the president’s authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act to place reciprocal tariffs.
As the Lord Leads, Pray with Us…
- For the Lord’s protection over the president as he travels and speaks at the political event.
- For President Trump to seek God’s guidance in his actions, decisions, and communication.
- For Secretary Bessent to be prudent in his discussion with South Korea’s finance minister.
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 • April 17, 2026
- ET: TBD: The President departs Las Vegas, Nevada, en route Phoenix, Arizona
- ET: TBD: The President departs Phoenix, Arizona, en route The White House
- ET: TBD: The President arrives The White House
- 11:00 AM ET: The President participates in Executive Time [8:00 AM Local]
- 5:00 PM ET: The President delivers Remarks to TPUSA [2:00 PM Local]
For 25 years, The Presidential Prayer Team has united millions in sharing their prayers for America on the National Day of Prayer. We offer real-time, coast-to-coast prayer activities for those who might be unable to attend local events.
This year is especially meaningful as our nation joyfully celebrates its 250th birthday! What an extraordinary milestone marking God’s faithfulness across generations. Wherever you are, join believers nationwide as we give thanks for our nation’s history, celebrate the freedoms we enjoy, and boldly lift America and its leaders to the Lord in prayer.
Record Your Prayer Today
Call in and RECORD a prayer to be aired on May 7, 2026, the National Day of Prayer! You can be a blessing and encouragement to others, simply by adding your voice in lifting up our nation and leaders in prayer.
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Suggested Prayer Topics
• God’s faithfulness
• A specific federal or local government official
• U.S. military, veterans and first responders
(Prayer example from Dan in Georgia)
The prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working. – James 5:16
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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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- Sarah Huckabee Sanders, Governor of Arkansas
Sarah Huckabee Sanders, Governor of Arkansas
- Born – August 1982 in Hope, Arkansas
- Education – B.A., Ouachita Baptist University
- Military Service – None
- Profession – Attorney
- Political Experience – White House Press Secretary, campaign coordinator
- In office since – 2023
- Family – Married to Bryan, 3 children
- Religious Affiliation – Southern Baptist
- Sarah Huckabee Sanders, Governor of Arkansas
- At the Right Time
You know the time, that the hour has come for you to wake from sleep. For salvation is nearer to us now than when we first believed. – Romans 13:11
Have you considered how humans are time travelers? In your mind, you can move about without the aid of machinery. For example, ponder the deep past: what do you imagine geologic earth was like shortly after creation? Now shift gears and go forward: what do you envision you will be doing this time next year?
The Ancient Greeks had two words for time: Chronos, which refers to the sequential passage of time, and Kairos, which means an opportune time or the “just right” time for action. Jesus had an incredible sense of Kairos. In the gospel accounts, His disciples were continually asking Him, “Why didn’t you do this or go there?” Jesus’ reply was simply, “The hour has not yet come.” But when the time was right for Him to do the work of salvation for humanity, Christ boldly acknowledged it, “The hour has come for the Son of Man to be glorified” (John 12:23).
Jesus invites you to join him in Kairos, “We must work the works of him who sent me while it is day; night is coming, when no one can work” (John 9:4). Chronos will bring an end to the opportunities to share the hope of Christ with a hurting world.
What is it “just the right time” for in your life today? You can be sure the time is right to pray for those governing the United States. Intercede for people in decision-making positions to seek God and find salvation in Christ while the opportunity is at hand.
Today’s Verse: Romans 13:11
Besides this you know the time, that the hour has come for you to wake from sleep. For salvation is nearer to us now than when we first believed.
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: 2 Corinthians 5:20 – 6:2
20 Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, God making his appeal through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God. 21 For our sake he made him to be sin who knew no sin, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.
6 Working together with him, then, we appeal to you not to receive the grace of God in vain. 2 For he says,
“In a favorable time I listened to you,
and in a day of salvation I have helped you.”Behold, now is the favorable time; behold, now is the day of salvation.
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.
