Why Christians are Called to Pray for America's Leaders
July 16, 2024

People worldwide watch the United States of America when the election takes place. Many cannot imagine what it's like to live in a nation where a transition of power isn't preceded by a civil war. They have no idea what it's like to live in a land that allows the freedom of speech, freedom to choose your career path, and freedom to own a car and a home.
In some cases, they can't even imagine what it must be like to choose the size of your family. In other cases, they wonder what it's like living in a country where people can assemble to worship God freely and pray openly. These are only a few reasons why more people are trying to get into America than people are trying to leave and live elsewhere.
Ronald Reagan Called America's Peaceful Transfer of Power 'a Miracle'
America has been a very blessed nation. On January 20th, 1981, Ronald Reagan spoke of America's peaceful transfer of power as "a miracle" during his inaugural address. He also pointed out that a peaceful transfer of power had been such a commonplace event over the past two centuries that Americans rarely thought about it. It would be truly tragic if this peaceful transfer ever collapsed into anything less.
Many would argue that America was founded as a Christian nation. There's even some evidence that in 1892, the Supreme Court declared that America's history demonstrated it to be a Christian nation. That said, America's history could be why God has preserved it as a nation.
The Bible Tells Christians to Pray for Everyone, Even Leaders
While Christians may not always see eye to eye on political issues and candidates, our Bible tells us to pray for our leaders. More specifically, in 1 Timothy 2, verses 1-6, we're instructed to pray for all people, even those in leadership who have authority over us. If we don't like those currently in leadership over us, that’s even more reason to pray for them. This will help us to avoid the personal turmoil of bitterness and hardheartedness, allowing us to be more intentional about walking in the fruit of the Spirit rather than the works of the flesh (Galatians 5).
Another reason to pray for our leaders is so "...we may lead a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way. This is good and pleasing in the sight of God our Savior, who desires all people to be saved and come to the knowledge of the truthfulness" (1 Tim. 2:3-4, ESV).
That peaceful transition of power, perhaps taken for granted, has allowed America to be a country in which its citizens can enjoy a "peaceful and quiet life" overall. Certainly, this country has never been perfect. The top concerns of most people right now are the economy and inflation. More specifically, Rasmussen Reports indicates that 91 percent of likely voters see this as an important issue. A chaotic transfer of power will make that or any other present challenges far worse.
A Miracle Trump is Still Alive
Former President Trump referred to the experience of nearly being assassinated as "a very surreal experience" during a Sunday interview with the New York Post.
"The doctor at the hospital said he never saw anything like this. He called it a miracle," Trump said.
"I'm not supposed to be here. I'm supposed to be dead," he said.
The doctor who treated him at the area's local hospital told Trump he's never seen anyone survive a gunshot from an AR-15.
As Trump prepares to accept the Republican Party's nomination on Thursday at the Republican National Convention, he told the New York Post that he has changed the material of the speech he intends to give.
"I want to try to unite our country. But I don't know if that's possible. People are very divided," he said.
He added that he hopes success will bring unity to the country.
Details on how to watch the RNC are available here.
Related Articles:
- Trump Praises God, Saying ‘It Was God Alone Who Prevented the Unthinkable’
- Trump Survives Assassination Attempt at Pennsylvania Rally
- ‘God Spared Donald Trump:’ Last-Second Head Tilt Saved His Life
Photo Credit: ©Getty Images/4maksym
Today's Devotional
A Prayer to Help Us through the Cold, Dark Nights of Winter - Your Daily Prayer - February 16
So how do we escape the darkness when feeling low? The following are five ways to chase it away.
Today's Devotional
A Prayer to Help Us through the Cold, Dark Nights of Winter - Your Daily Prayer - February 16
So how do we escape the darkness when feeling low? The following are five ways to chase it away.
Past Stories
- 98-Year-Old Great-Grandmother Has a Special Connection to Her Great-Granddaughter
- Mom Receives a Heartwarming Message From Best Friend After Son is Diagnosed With Autism
- Retired Army Medic Pays For Stranger's Breakfast and Leaves a Heartfelt Note
- Golden Retriever Saved by Lifeboat Crew After Running Into the Ocean After a Scare
- 10-Year-Old Boy is in Recovery After Being Struck by Plane Debris While Protecting Little Sister
- Car Accident on First Date Night Without Kids in a Year, Reminds Couple That God is in Control
- Teen Wasn't Given Much of a Chance to Live After Car Crash, But Now Celebrating Her 16th Birthday
- Girl Who Died Before the 6th Grade Still Inspires Others With Her Message of 'Love is Everywhere'
- Beloved Young College Student Remembered by Fellow Students After DC Plane Crash
- Stranger Jumps Into Frozen Pond in South Carolina to Save 3-Year-Old Girl
- Man Saves 83-Year-Old Father-in-Law With Parkinson's From the LA Fires in Pacific Palisades
- Woman Felt Like She Was in a Movie When Giving Birth in a Krispy Kreme Parking Lot
- Walmart Employee Coach Justin Helps Mom and Autistic Child During Meltdown
- Woman Who Found an Old Family Photo After LA Fires Makes a Special Connection
- Teenager Who Finds Money at Restaurant, Doesn't Think Twice About Returning it to Owner
- World War Two Veteran Starts Over at 104 After Losing Home in Palisades Fire
- Charlie Sheen and Denise Richards' Daughter Lola Was Baptized After a Very Difficult Time
- Her 91-Year-Old Grandmother Is Besties With Her Husband and the Relationship Is Beyond Cute
- New Jersey High School Basketball Star Keeps Playing Through Cancer Diagnosis
- Dad Whose Daughter Died After Transplant Gives Kidney to Another Little Girl
- Musician is Reunited With Letterman Jacket, 30 Years After Ordering It Back in High School
- Twin Brothers Both Pop the Question Just Days Apart, Without Planning to Do So
- Girl Scout Saves Her Dad's Life Just 11 Days After Learning CPR
- This 100 Year Old Kentucky Centenarian Works At Home Depot, Offering Great Tips For a Long Life
- Woman Married 82 Years Has a Very Special Disney-Themed 100th Birthday Party
- Man Discovers 46 Year Old Christmas Present in the Wall of His Childhood Home
- 4 Year Old Twin Girls Are Heroes After Finding Retired Police Officers Wallet
- Her Cat Was Missing For 7 Years, But She Finally Came Back Home
- Delta Held a Plane So a Daughter Could Have One Last Goodbye With Her Dying Mother
- Even Through Dementia One Special Phrase Kept a Grandmother Connected to Her Husband
- Mom, Dad, and 6-Year-Old Daughter Are Heroes After Rescuing Woman From Overturned Car
- Couple Receive the Biggest Surprise Blessing After Cervical Cancer Diagnosis
- Old English Sheepdog Who Appears to Have Special Powers, Receives an Award
- 49 Years Later Daughter is Reunited With Birth Mother and Other Family After Taking DNA Test
- 22 Family Members Surprise Grandparents With a Fun Family Sleepover
- Scared Doodle Rescued From Thin Frozen New Jersey Lake With Help From Neighbors Drone
- Woman Caught in a Riptide is Saved by Fisherman's Hook
- Couple Finds Lost Ring In a Snowy Wonderland During Engagement Photo Shoot
- Jimmy Carter, 39th President, Passes Away at 100, Leaving Behind a Legacy of Service
- Kimberly Williams-Paisley Talks About Getting Her Voice Back After Losing It Two Years Ago
- 90-Year-Old From Oklahoma Is Rewarded For Going Out of His Way to Help Others
- Husband Decorates His Neighbors' Homes For Wife Who Loves Christmas
- Couple Befriend Older Neighbor After Hearing Music Coming From His Apartment
- California Man Carpools With Adult Children On His Very Last Day of Work Before Retirement
- Family of Three Grows To Seven Overnight With Birth of Quadruplets
- The World's Oldest Dog Spike the Chihuahua Turns 25 Years Old
- Christmas Tree Planted Back in 1979 Inspires and Unites a Small English Village
- Dick Van Dyke Turns 99 After Evacuating From a Wildfire and Welcoming His Lost Cat Back Home
- Santa and Mrs.Claus Continue to Spread Christmas Magic Even With Santa's MS Diagnosis
- Little Girl Gets a Big Elf On the Shelf Surprise Honoring the Little Brother Who Passed Away
Top Music Videos

Anne Wilson Anne Wilson Captivates with Heartfelt 'My Jesus' Live Performance

Passion Music Passion - The Lamb's Book of Life

Chris Tomlin Chris Tomlin - It Is Well

toby mac TobyMac’ ‘God Did It’ Official Lyric Video

Riley Clemmons Riley Clemmons 'Jesus Cries' Official Music Video
Blogs
At GodTube, you’ll find daily inspirational videos to lift your spirits and encourage you in your walk with God. Popular videos include worship music from your favorite Christian artists, cute videos with adorable kids and animals, hilarious videos from Christian comedians, user-uploaded videos, and clean viral videos to brighten your day.