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- Issue 688 – Verse of the Week
February 27th – March 5th, 2025
VERSE OF THE WEEK
The Lord is good, a stronghold in the day of trouble. – Nahum 1:7
A Safe Refuge
This year has already been eventful, between the change in presidential administrations, frigid winter storms, and continued recovery efforts from Hurricane Helene and the California wildfires. When you face difficulties, be they natural or manmade disasters, illness, or relational issues, remember that the Lord is your stronghold. Jesus said, “In the world you will have tribulation (or trouble). But take heart, I have overcome the world” (John 16:33). Jesus also told His followers, “Let not your heart be troubled, neither let them be afraid” (John 14:27). God instructs you to respond to troubles in life by embracing total dependence upon Him and calling upon His name. Recognizing your need to utterly rely upon the Lord helps to sort out your priorities, including your relationship with Him, with family, and with friends. This dependence also brings you peace, for He is your refuge, working all things together for your good as you love Him (Romans 8:28).
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Our gift to you this holiday as we remember the true reason for the season with sacred and traditional Christmas music.- Issue 688 – Federal Branches
Praying for Our Leaders in Government
Executive Branch: Pray for the President and his Administration
The Justice Department filed judicial misconduct charges against District Judge Ana Reyes. The U.S. attorney general’s chief of staff accused the federal judge of “hostile and egregious misconduct“ during a hearing regarding President Donald Trump’s executive order that bars transgender applicants from joining the U.S. Armed Forces.
Pray for the attorney general and Justice Department officials as they seek to defend President Trump’s orders and policies in federal courts.
Legislative Branch: Pray for Senators and Representatives in Congress
Senators Steve Daines of Montana and John Boozman of Arkansas introduced the Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act of 2025. The legislation would prohibit the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), and the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) from banning the use of lead tackle or ammunition on public lands. The House passed the measure in the previous Congress, and Representative Rob Wittman of Virginia reintroduced the act in the House last month.
Pray for senators and representatives as they seek to protect the use of ammunition and tackle on public lands.
PRAY FOR CONGRESSIONAL COMMITTEES
The House Subcommittee on Military and Foreign Affairs, chaired by Representative William Timmons of South Carolina, held a hearing this week on “Emerging Global Threats: Putting America’s National Security First.” Congressman Timmons stated, “It is imperative for the safety of Americans at home and abroad that the United States achieves peace through strength and re-centers our foreign policy on the advancement of U.S. interests.“
Pray for chairs and members of both House and Senate committees and subcommittees as they address issues facing the nation.
Judicial Branch: Pray for Supreme Court Justices and Federal Judges
The U.S. Supreme Court refused to hear challenges from pro-life activists who claimed that prohibiting protests or having demonstration-free zones near abortion clinics is a violation of the freedom of speech under the First Amendment. Justices Alito and Thomas dissented from the majority.
Pray for federal judges and justices as they hear and rule on cases involving the Bill of Rights, particularly regarding freedom of speech and freedom of religion.
Featured Leaders For Prayer
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Pam Bondi, Attorney General
Attorney General Pam Bondi announced litigation against the state of New York for prioritizing illegal immigrants over U.S. citizens with its Green Light Law.
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Bill Hagerty, U.S. Senator from Tennessee
Senator Bill Hagerty introduced legislation that would revoke the tax-exempt status of nonprofits that knowingly provide assistance to illegal aliens.
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Judge Trevor McFadden, District of Columbia U.S. District Court
D.C. District Judge Trevor McFadden declined AP’s emergency request to have access restored to the White House and Air Force One as a lawsuit plays out.
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Kathleen Fisher, Director, Innovation Information Office, DARPA
The director of the Information Innovation Office at DARPA seeks to increase the use of cybersecurity tools to prevent hacks of the Defense Department rather than addressing them after a breach.
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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- John Ratcliffe, Director, Central Intelligence Agency
John Ratcliffe, Director, Central Intelligence Agency
- Born – October 1965 in Mount Prospect, Illinois
- Education – B.A., University of Notre Dame; J.D., Southern Methodist University School of Law
- Military Service – None
- Profession – Attorney, politician
- Political Experience – U.S. House of Representatives, Mayor of Heath, Texas, Acting U.S. Attorney Eastern District of Texas
- In office since – 2025
- Family – Married to Michele, 2 children
- Religious Affiliation – Catholic
- John Ratcliffe, Director, Central Intelligence Agency
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AMERICA’S HISTORY OF FAITH AND PRAYER
- Issue 688 – Faith and Prayer History
“If I murmur in the least at affliction, if I am in any way uncharitable, if I revenge my own case, if I do anything purely to please myself or omit anything because it is a great denial, if I trust myself, if I take any praise for any good which Christ does by me, or if I am in any way proud, I shall act as my own and not God’s.“
– Jonathan Edwards, The Christian Pilgrim, 1733
- Issue 688 – National Prayer Needs
Additional National Prayer Needs
Pray for America’s Military
The U.S. Navy is testing High-Energy Laser with Integrated Optical Dazzler and Surveillance (HELIOS) systems to combat drones. Officials reported a successful test of a laser in the “development and evaluation of directed energy weapons.” The lasers would spare the military use of munitions against unmanned aircraft.
Pray for the defense secretary and heads of the military branches as they explore technological options to combat drones.
PRAY FOR AN END TO THE WAR IN UKRAINE
President Trump welcomed President Macron of France on Monday and UK Prime Minister Starmer on Thursday to discuss peace between Ukraine and Russia. He also highlighted the need for European nations to honor their commitments to NATO.
Pray for President Trump and officials in his administration as they negotiate peace in Ukraine.
Pray for AMERICA’S RELATIONSHIP WITH ISRAEL
President Trump has highlighted the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and proposed relocating civilians from the devastated area to other Arab nations where they may live in peace. A media outlet reported that some residents are in favor of the plan, stating that they are not part of Hamas, that Gaza has become uninhabitable, and they do not want to die.
Pray for U.S. and Israeli officials as they seek long-term peace in Gaza and the potential relocation of civilians.
Pray for AMERICA’S HEALTH AND WELL-BEING
Upon the confirmation of Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. as Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services, some food companies have announced changes to the ingredients they will use in formulating products. One parent company stated they will remove artificial flavors and food dyes, using the European formulation for their snack items, and some restaurants are committing to use beef tallow instead of seed oils.
Pray for Secretary Kennedy and HHS officials as they seek to ensure American food options are healthier.
Pray for Needs Across the States
Maine Governor Janet Mills told President Trump the state would take his administration to court over federal funding that is being withheld after her state’s Department of Education refused to comply with the president’s “Keeping Men Out Of Women’s Sports” executive order. The Maine Principals’ Association announced they would continue to allow biological males to compete in women’s and girls’ sports.
The Montana Senate passed a bill that bans a loophole in assisted suicide. The state’s supreme court had ruled there was no right to suicide but that physicians could assist if they could provide evidence of consent. The legislation would remove any legal protections from doctors who assist people in committing suicide.
Pray for state governors and legislators as they make decisions and take action regarding the policies and issues in their states.
Pray for America’s Faith Community
“When Benjamin Franklin was visiting England, he received a letter that two of his friends had died. As Franklin pondered the news, he thought about their differences. One was always fretting even in the midst of prosperity, whereas the other was always laughing even in the midst of poverty. ‘It seems,‘ Franklin observed, ‘that happiness in this life rather depends on internals than externals; and that, besides the natural effects of wisdom and virtue, vice and folly, there is such a thing as being of a happy or an unhappy constitution.‘
Franklin was right. Some do have a happier constitution than others, and having a glad spirit depends more on internals than externals. It’s not based on our fortunes but on our faith. I’ve been thinking about that word, glad. In my favorite translation of the Bible, the word glad occurs nearly 150 times. I feel we have an obligation to serve the Lord gladly and to do so today. Psalm 100 tells us, ‘Serve the Lord with gladness; come before His presence with singing‘ (verse 2). The apostle Paul said, ‘I will very gladly spend and be spent for your souls‘ (2 Corinthians 12:15).
We can make a difference today when we serve the Lord with joy. – Dr. David Jeremiah, “Today Is the Day to Serve With Gladness,“ Turning Point
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