Posted on 11/14/2018 5:43:49 PM PST by metmom
Edited on 11/14/2018 5:54:19 PM PST by Sidebar Moderator. [history]
To say that our nation is in serious trouble is a vast understatement. We are daily being bombarded with news of immorality and corruption in all levels of politics and society.
We are under attack on many fronts.
Abortion is still legal, homosexuality and sexual perversion is being flaunted and lauded in the streets, elections are being brazenly stolen right under our noses as we watch, and nobody is stopping it, God was kicked out of our schools and public life decades ago. Our culture has embraced humanism and sees no need for God.
It's become clear that this has been going on for decades, but the rate at which it's escalating is alarming. It's very frustrating to watch and read the news these days.
But we know that the battle that's being fought is really a spiritual battle and needs to be fought on a spiritual level.
Ephesians 6:10-18 Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places.
Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm. Stand therefore, having fastened on the belt of truth, and having put on the breastplate of righteousness, and, as shoes for your feet, having put on the readiness given by the gospel of peace. In all circumstances take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming darts of the evil one; and take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God, praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication.
With that in mind, several of us thought that having a day of prayer and fasting for our country is needed. So if you would join us this Saturday, we will pray together for our country. Whether you can fast for the whole day Saturday, or just a meal, or for those who cannot, give something else up.
But let us commit this day to fasting and praying for God's mercy to change the course of our country, back to one that honors and glorifies Him.
Some things that I see a need to pray for would be for spiritual renewal both in the church and among the people in this nation, protection from attack and infiltration by our enemies, that God would raise up godly leaders and remove from office those who are out to destroy our country and support sin and unrighteousness, that the laws would be enforced and honest elections would occur.
I know I have missed many of the needs we have, so please feel free to add your own prayers as comments.
I want to thank all those FReepers who have posted the America Prayer Vigil threads so faithfully. I am convinced it was through the prayers of godly people that President Trump was elected in God's mercy and grace, to give us one more chance.
BUMP
For Orthodox Christians (on the New Calendar), this is the time of the Nativity Fast:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nativity_Fast
(Most American Orthodox Christians observe Thanksgiving Day, however. And the Old Calendar Nativity fast begins Nov. 28.)
We can certainly include prayers for our Nation in our prayers during the Fast!
Wonderful! Thanks for your informative post!
Thank you.
I have been in hospital for two weeks.. Had massive heart attack
Great idea. And I will join in on Saturday.
Count me in. Amen
Thank you!
Sorry to hear that.
I’m glad you are still with us.
I hope all is going well.
This needs to be a nation wide effort. Perhaps it can grow.
Joining with.you tomorrow!!
Thank you for this wake up call Metmom. I am fasting today too. It’s easy to lose hope, especially here in California. What an awesome God we serve who is greater than California.
I just saw One Vike’s prayer on the prayer thread.
How heart breaking!
I’m right there with you, for the whole day if I can manage it.
Isaiah 12
The Lord Is My Strength and My Song
You will say in that day:
I will give thanks to you, O Lord,
for though you were angry with me,
your anger turned away,
that you might comfort me.
Behold, God is my salvation;
I will trust, and will not be afraid;
for the Lord God is my strength and my song,
and he has become my salvation.
With joy you will draw water from the wells of salvation.
And you will say in that day:
Give thanks to the Lord,
call upon his name,
make known his deeds among the peoples,
proclaim that his name is exalted.
Sing praises to the Lord, for he has done gloriously;
let this be made known in all the earth.
Shout, and sing for joy, O inhabitant of Zion,
for great in your midst is the Holy One of Israel.
My eyes are tearing up reading these words from Isaiah, so many praise hymns are filled with these powerful words. I sing praises all day and they stay with me through the night.. He truly fills us with song to strengthen and sustain us. Blessed be the Name!
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