BONUS // Guided prayer for our nation

Hey Mama, 

In today’s episode, we’re setting aside a few moments for a guided prayer over the upcoming election. With everything going on in our nation, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed or unsure about the future, but we’re leaning on God’s Word and trusting in His sovereignty. Together, we’ll pray for peace, wisdom for our leaders, and unity for our nation, lifting up scriptures about trusting in God, righteousness, and praying for those in authority. Below you can find the prayer points and the scriptures! 

1. Trusting in God’s Sovereignty

• Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6 – "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight."
• Prayer Points:
  • Pray for trust in God’s wisdom and guidance, especially when outcomes are uncertain.
  • Surrender any anxiety or personal biases, asking for God’s peace.
  • Ask for the Holy Spirit to align our hearts with God’s plan.
• Scripture: Isaiah 41:10 – "So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand."

2. Righteousness Prevailing

• Scripture: Psalm 33:12 – "Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord, the people he chose for his inheritance."
• Prayer Points:
  • Pray for our nation to honor God in laws, decisions, and justice.
  • Ask for the election to be led by integrity, wisdom, and truth.
  • Pray for a spirit of unity that respects God’s ways over divisiveness.
• Scripture: Proverbs 14:34 – "Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin condemns any people."

3. Praying for Those in Authority

• Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-2 – "I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people—for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness."
• Prayer Points:
  • Pray for current and future leaders to be granted wisdom, humility, and discernment.
  • Ask for God to guide leaders in making decisions that promote peace and godliness.
  • Offer God thanks for our leaders who are genuinely seeking God’s guidance.
• Scripture: Romans 13:1 – "Let everyone be subject to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which God has established. The authorities that exist have been established by God."