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- Friday, September 25
President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump will host Chinese President Xi Jinping and Madame Peng Liyuan for tea at the White House.
The White House stated, “Afterward, the couples will travel to the National Archives in Washington, DC where they will view a variety of important records and documents significant to the American and Chinese relationship throughout history.“
“To conclude the historic State visit, the President and First Lady will bid farewell to His Excellency and Madame Peng Liyuan at the National Archives.“
As the Lord Leads, Pray with Us…
- For President Trump and his wife as they host the conclusion of the visit of China’s first couple.
- For wisdom for President Trump as he discusses various issues and concerns with President Xi.
- For U.S. officials to be led by the Lord as they evaluate and address matters of domestic and foreign policy.
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 • September 25, 2026
- ET: TBD: The President and the First Lady depart the White House en route the National Archives
- ET: TBD: The President and the First Lady arrive the National Archives
- ET: TBD: The President and the First Lady depart the National Archives en route the White House
- ET: TBD: The President and the First Lady arrive the White House
- 8:00 AM ET: The President participates in Executive Time
- 10:30 AM ET: The President and The First Lady greet the President of the People`s Republic of China and Madame Peng
- 10:35 AM ET: The President and The First Lady participate in a Tea with the President of the People`s Republic of China and Madame Peng
- 11:30 AM ET: The President and The First Lady participate in a Site Visit with the President of the People`s Republic of China and Madame Peng
- 2:00 PM ET: The President participates in a Policy Meeting
- 4:30 PM ET: The President participates in Signing Time
- 5:00 PM ET: The President participates in a Policy Meeting
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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- Jeff Van Drew, Representative for New Jersey
Jefferson Van Drew, Representative for New Jersey
- Born – February 1953 in New York City, New York
- Education – B.S., Rutgers University, New Brunswick; D.M.D., Farleigh Dickinson University
- Military Service – None
- Profession – Dentist
- Political Experience – New Jersey Senate, New Jersey General Assembly, Cape May County Board of Chosen Freeholders
- In office since – 2019
- Family – Married to Ricarda, 2 children
- Religious Affiliation – Catholic
- Jeff Van Drew, Representative for New Jersey
- Reflecting Christ‘s Image
Many a man proclaims his own steadfast love, but a faithful man who can find? – Proverbs 20:6
The old fairy tale with an evil queen talking to her mirror was a bit more predictive than you might have imagined! Today, you may stand in front of your bathroom smart mirror that accesses internet apps on the glass so you can virtually try out hairstyles and fashions. Smart mirrors are here to stay but, unlike the old fairy tale, they do not reveal the truth. They simply show you and tell you what you want to see or hear.
Jesus, in speaking to the religious rulers of His day, told a story of two people viewing themselves in two very different reflections. “The Pharisee, standing by himself, prayed thus: God, I thank you that I am not like other men, extortioners, unjust, adulterers, or even like this tax collector, I fast twice a week; I give tithes of all that I get” (Luke 18:11-12).
The second man, a socially reviled tax collector, approached God differently, saying, “God, be merciful to me, a sinner!” (Luke 18:13). Jesus commented on their opposite views of themselves, “I tell you this man [tax collector] went down to his house justified, rather than the other. For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, but the one who humbles himself will be exalted” (Luke 18:14).
Pray for the governing officials guiding the United States in these complex days, and for the multitude of citizens preparing to vote in the November midterm election. Ask that all would humble themselves before our gracious God who is willing to bless those who acknowledge Him for who He is.
Today’s Verse: Proverbs 20:6
Many a man proclaims his own steadfast love,
but a faithful man who can find?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: 1 Peter 5:6-11
6 Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you, 7 casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you. 8 Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. 9 Resist him, firm in your faith, knowing that the same kinds of suffering are being experienced by your brotherhood throughout the world. 10 And after you have suffered a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, will himself restore, confirm, strengthen, and establish you. 11 To him be the dominion forever and ever. Amen.
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.
