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Tag Archives: election
Grace and Elections
We are saved by grace, not our vote– by God, not a politician. Isaiah 12:2 (AMP) Behold, God, my salvation! I will trust and not be afraid, For the Lord God is my strength and song; Yes, He has … Continue reading
My Election Prayer Story
Election Day, 2000: I skipped lunch and went to a nearby park. I sensed the Spirit’s nudge to pray for the candidates’ peace as the votes were tallied. I pictured the candidates and their wives (George and Laura … Continue reading
Prayer for the Winners
I look to Scripture to guide my prayers. Here are some of my favorites for the candidates who won — including those who did and did not get my vote: May they not think too highly of themselves … Continue reading
Posted in Constructive Thought
Tagged election, Isaiah 53:10, prayer, Psalm 24:4, Romans 12:3
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Pray the Day After
The day after — no gloating, no whining. Lord God, clothe the winners with gratitude and humility. Clothe the losers with grace and goodwill.
Pray the Day Of
It’s election day. Step into the voting booth. Look carefully at each name. And pray. For everyone. Not just the ones you’re voting for. 1 Timothy 2:1 (MSG) Pray every way you know how, for everyone you know. … Continue reading
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Tagged 1 Timothy 2:1, election, pray for those in authority
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Pray for the Losers
Romans 5:3b-4 (VOICE) We also celebrate in seasons of suffering because we know that when we suffer we develop endurance, which shapes our characters. When our characters are refined, we learn what it means to hope and anticipate God’s goodness. Lord, come … Continue reading
Posted in Window on our culture
Tagged election, prayer, Romans 5:3-4
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Pray for the Winners
We don’t need to know who won the election to start praying for them. “Do, Lord, direct their counsel according to that which is good and well pleasing in Your sight, that administering in peace and gentleness, with godliness, the … Continue reading
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Tagged Clement of Rome, election, prayer
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Pray!
Tuesday is election day in the US. Let us pray: For the candidates we love For the candidates we don’t love For those who have already voted For those who have not yet voted I’m not asking … Continue reading
Looking Down
Psalm 33:13-15 (NIV) From heaven the Lord looks down and sees all mankind; from his dwelling place he watches all who live on earth— he who forms the hearts of all, who considers everything they do. Don’t worry. God’s keeping an eye on the … Continue reading