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- Monday, May 4
The U.S. Department of Energy opened competitive bidding for an emergency exchange of up to 92.5 million barrels of crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve. The deadline for bids is today.
Assistant Secretary for the Hydrocarbons and Geothermal Energy Office Kyle Haustveit explained, “These actions help move oil quickly into the market, address short-term supply pressures, and ensure that the Strategic Petroleum Reserve remains strong through the return of premium barrels.”
The department stated that the exchange continues the “execution of President Trump’s swift 172-million-barrel release as part of a coordinated 400-million-barrel action by International Energy Agency (IEA) member nations’ strategic reserves.“
As the Lord Leads, Pray with Us…
- For Secretary Chris Wright and Assistant Secretary Haustveit as they oversee the SPR exchange and the coordinated release of oil.
- For President Trump to seek God’s guidance as he considers energy strategies and options to improve the nation’s economy.
- For wisdom for the president and his advisors regarding the Iran conflict and other global situations.
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 • May 4, 2026
- 8:00 AM ET: The President participates in Executive Time
- 1:00 PM ET: The President participates in a Policy Meeting
- 3:00 PM ET: The President participates in a Small Business Summit
- 4:00 PM ET: The President participates in Signing Time
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.
Resources available now!
▶ Print or get digital copy of official National Day of Prayer guide
▶ View and download the Leadership Prayer Checklist
▶ Call and record your prayer: 1-844-829-2022 (toll-free)
What can you do to prepare today?
– Prepare your heart.
– Tell us when you plan to pray: ▶ Sign up for the National Prayer Room
– Invite one or more friends to join you.
Online prayer activities coming May 7th
– Read, pray, and post your own prayers in the National Prayer Room
– Listen and pray along to continuous prayer stream from other members
Digital and printer-friendly versions of the official prayer guide are available now!
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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- Tom Schultz, Chief, U.S. Forest Service
Tom Schultz, Chief, U.S. Forest Service
- Education – B.A., University of Virginia; M.A., University of Wyoming; M.A., University of Montana
- Military Service – U.S. Air Force
- Profession – Government official
- Political Experience – Idaho Department of Lands, Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation
- In office since – 2025
- Family – Married, 3 children
- Religious Affiliation – Undisclosed
- Tom Schultz, Chief, U.S. Forest Service
- Strengthening Trust
In him my heart trusts, and I am helped. – Psalm 28:7
In the few verses of Psalm 28, David describes God as his rock, his strength, his shield, the saving refuge, the strength of His people, and their shepherd who will carry them forever. Moses had constantly reminded Israel that the Lord alone is God (Deuteronomy 4:32-40). In addition to his personal experience, David’s confidence was founded on God’s historic acts for His people. Israel’s existence was not dependent on its own military might or the physical strength of individuals, but rested securely on the active power of God working for and through His people.
If you ever need encouragement, understand that, when you are a believer in Jesus Christ, this is your God! Charles Spurgeon called Psalm 28 “a song in the night.” David’s experiences, his griefs, made him eloquent in describing the God he loved, the God he served, and the God who sustained him through all kinds of circumstances. This God can infuse you with the strength you need to meet the trials of the day with confidence, the resistance to overcome temptation, and the faith you need to stand firm. Only trust Him, and you will be helped!
Israel experienced many defeats as they failed to trust God. But when they turned to the Lord, when they trusted in and relied on Him, when they recognized that He was their strength and song, they had victory. The same applies to you! As you think of this country, pray that those who doubt God will turn from their unbelief to a saving faith in the Lord. Ask the Lord to change their hearts so they depend wholly on Him, confident in His goodness, and filled with His joy.
Today’s Verse: Psalm 28:7
The Lord is my strength and my shield;
in him my heart trusts, and I am helped;
my heart exults,
and with my song I give thanks to 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.
Recommended for further reading: Psalm 28:1-2, 6-9
To you, O Lord, I call;
my rock, be not deaf to me,
lest, if you be silent to me,
I become like those who go down to the pit.
2 Hear the voice of my pleas for mercy,
when I cry to you for help,
when I lift up my hands
toward your most holy sanctuary.
6 Blessed be the Lord!
For he has heard the voice of my pleas for mercy.
7 The Lord is my strength and my shield;
in him my heart trusts, and I am helped;
my heart exults,
and with my song I give thanks to him.
8 The Lord is the strength of his people;
he is the saving refuge of his anointed.
9 Oh, save your people and bless your heritage!
Be their shepherd and carry them 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.
