Pray. Pray. Pray. And vote.

As we wrap up another election season, I encourage you to pray for the candidates running in local and national races, and for each registered voter to vote wisely and responsibly. This may be the most important election of our lives.
As we pray, I hope we’ll feel mounting tensions ease (see Philippians 4:6-7).
Proverbs 29:2 (ESV) may give us the incentive to talk to God on behalf of our country: “When the righteous increase, the people rejoice, but when the wicked rule, the people groan.”
Will you join me in praying today and every day until the election? Let’s share our prayers on social media and appropriate websites. (Wouldn’t you like to see this type of content flood social media?)
Voting your biblical values will make a difference in the America your children and grandchildren will live in. Pray for the United States of America that God’s truth, light and love will prevail over deception, darkness and hatred.
Unfortunately, we’re not the only ones facing challenging times. While we’re talking to God, we can also intercede for other nations, thus making our world a better place.
Pray for:

Each person to discover and grow in the revelation of God’s Word and experience His love and faithfulness
Our prayers will come against the forces of evil. When we pray and vote for righteous (moral and honorable) people to govern, hope supersedes fear. Rather than groaning from the consequences of wicked rulers, we’ll be a nation rejoicing as we enjoy God’s blessings.
So … let’s pray, pray, pray. And vote.

All leaders (spiritual and political) to pray to the God of Wisdom, asking Him for guidance to do what’s right and wise for their people and the courage to lead accordingly

Protection for all nations (or grace to endure) when threatened or attacked by terrorists

Perseverance for persecuted Christians

Wisdom and protection for Israel’s leaders and citizens (“Pray for the peace of Jerusalem!” Psalm 122:6 ESV)

God’s intervention in Ukraine and other war-torn nations

The gospel to advance into hostile territory

Protection for missionaries as they persevere in sharing God’s love and the good news of Jesus Christ

Safety and continued growth of the underground church movement

God’s grace to enable us to love our enemies while dealing with them prudently

Sheryl H. Boldt is a sales executive for Wave 94 and author of the blog, TodayCanBeDifferent.net. Connect with her at SherylHBoldt.Wave94@gmail.com.