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- Monday, November 17
Today, the Department of the Interior’s rule rescinding a 2024 rule that restricted leasing across most of the National Petroleum Reserve-Alaska goes into effect.
Interior Secretary Doug Burgum said, “Congress was clear: the National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska was set aside to support America’s energy security through responsible development. The 2024 rule ignored that mandate, prioritizing obstruction over production and undermining our ability to harness domestic resources at a time when American energy independence has never been more critical. We’re restoring the balance and putting our energy future back on track.”
Secretary Burgum said, “By rescinding the 2024 rule, we are following the direction set by President Trump to unlock Alaska’s energy potential, create jobs for North Slope communities, and strengthen American energy security.”
U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski and Dan Sullivan and Representative Nick Begich of Alaska supported the rescission. The move is expected to increase oil and gas production across 23 million acres along the Arctic Ocean.
As the Lord Leads, Pray with Us…
- For God to guide President Trump and administration officials as they seek to expand and increase domestic energy production.
- For members of the House and Senate as they assess the economic benefits and environmental impacts of oil and gas projects.
- For Administrator Zeldin as he oversees the reviews of the Environmental Protection Agency.
This special 2026 wall calendar honors two historic milestones: America’s 250th Anniversary and The Presidential Prayer Team’s 25th Year of Ministry.
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 • November 17, 2025
- 2:00 PM ET: The President meets with the White House Task Force on the FIFA World Cup 2026
- 6:00 PM ET: The President delivers Remarks at McDonald`s Impact Summit
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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- William Pulte, Director, Federal Housing Finance Agency
William Pulte, Director, Federal Housing Finance Agency
- Born – May 1988 in Boca Raton, Florida
- Education – B.A., Northwestern University
- Military Service – None
- Profession – Philanthropist, private equity executive
- Political Experience – Detroit Blight Authority
- In office since – 2025
- Family – Married
- Religious Affiliation – Undisclosed
- William Pulte, Director, Federal Housing Finance Agency
- Eternal Friendship
A friend loves at all times. – Proverbs 17:17
How old are your friends? Have you ever considered the authors of Scripture to be your friends? Jude’s compassion and concern for fellow followers of Christ led him to write the smallest book of the Bible, one straightforward chapter, 25 verses. But it is as important today as it was when it was written in 70 A.D.
He offers three cautions to guard you from the perils others have suffered in attempting to live a life of faith in a hostile environment. First, he warns you to be aware of those in your orbit, even in your circle of friends who claim to be believers. He notes some may be subverting the truth of the gospel because it is inconvenient and does not serve their purposes, saying, “It is these who cause divisions” (Jude 1:19).
Secondly, he counsels you to “keep yourselves in the love of God, waiting for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ that leads to eternal life” (v. 21), and reminds you to stay true to the leading of the Holy Spirit, even as uncertain days unfold. And lastly, Jude encourages you to come alongside those genuinely seeking God. “Have mercy on those who doubt” (v. 22).
Today, thank God for faithful followers, like Jude, who left letters of encouragement and instruction to you. Pray for those serving in the American government to consider their friends carefully and intercede for those who do not know Jesus to find in Him the Friend who is closer than any other.
Today’s Verse: Proverbs 17:17
A friend loves at all times,
and a brother is born for adversity.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: Jude 1:17-21
17 But you must remember, beloved, the predictions of the apostles of our Lord Jesus Christ. 18 They said to you, “In the last time there will be scoffers, following their own ungodly passions.” 19 It is these who cause divisions, worldly people, devoid of the Spirit. 20 But you, beloved, building yourselves up in your most holy faith and praying in the Holy Spirit, 21 keep yourselves in the love of God, waiting for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ that leads to eternal life. 22 And have mercy on those who doubt;
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.
