“Lord, there is no one like you to help the powerless against the mighty. Help us, O Lord our God, for we rely on you, and in your name we have come against this vast army. O Lord, you are our God, do not let man prevail against you” (2 Chronicles 14:11).
Today is the National Day of Prayer. I hope you have spent time praying for our national and state government leaders. There are forces trying to take away our freedoms we’ve enjoyed for decades in the United States. There are those who wish to take away any mention of God in public or political speech. Our Nation was founded on faith in God. That is evident through reading the founding documents and viewing engravings on government buildings in Washington, DC. 2 Chronicles 13:18b says, “. . . the men of Judah were victorious because they relied on the Lord, the God of their fathers.” Are we as Americans relying on the God of our fathers?
I’m thankful for the Christians who rely on God and serve in government positions. They need our prayers and support. I’m thankful for all who try to govern in the right way—who, at least, have a moral compass to guide them. They also need our prayers. The Apostle Paul told Timothy, “I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone—for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness” (1 Timothy 2:1).
Jesus said we should also pray for our enemies. So, let’s pray for those who try to destroy the foundations of our country—for those who do not acknowledge or honor God. They need our prayers and they need God. Only God can change their hearts.
We know those in the Lord will be victorious no matter what happens in our government and nation. As much as I want the United States to succeed as a strong nation, even more, I want the church to be strong. Let’s pray and rely on the Lord for His strength.
“. . .for everyone born of God overcomes the world. This is the victory that has overcome the world, even our faith” (1 John 5:4).
Amen. Thanks for this reminder.