Week 4: August 22-31 – Prayer Focus on Education, Government, and Israel

As you pray, remember many will be returning to school, Congress will soon convene, and we will know who the candidates are for the Presidential election.

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Thursday, Aug 22

‍Proverbs 2:1-8 - Pray for wisdom and discernment for students and educators.

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Friday, Aug 23

‍1 Timothy 2:1-4 - Pray for the Presidential Candidates and VPs along with government leaders, that they may govern justly and seek God's wisdom.

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Saturday, Aug 24 (Praying Pastors and Church Leaders)

‍Psalm 122:6 - Pray for the peace of Jerusalem and God's protection over Israel. Pray for the Hostages to be released from Hamas. Pray for the Christian Church to stand with Israel and bless them.

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Sunday, Aug 25

‍1 Peter 2:13-17 – Pray for the Speaker of the House, his staff and family, and all branches of government, including the military.

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Monday, Aug 26 (Fasting)

‍Psalm 33:12 - Fast and pray for righteousness and justice to prevail in our nation.

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Tuesday, Aug 27

‍Jeremiah 29:7 - Pray for the welfare of your city and nation.

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Wednesday, Aug 28

‍Joshua 1:9 – Pray for Christ-followers to be strong and courageous as they return to school.

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Thursday, Aug 29

‍Psalm 67:1-7 - Pray for the nations to know God's salvation and for His glory to be revealed.

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Friday, Aug 30

‍2 Chronicles 7:14 - Pray for repentance and healing in your nation. Tomorrow, you can also view online the Day of Prayer for America at AmericaReturns.org

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Saturday, Aug 31 (Pastors and Church Leaders)

‍Ephesians 4:11 – Pray that pastors and church leaders fulfill Ephesians 4:11.

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I trust this guide, along with your regular devotional resources, has encouraged you. Let me hear from you about how God has worked in your life this month.