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Presidential Prayer Team; H.L.M. – Shining Light

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The late President Ronald Reagan once said, “The source of our strength in the quest for human freedom is not material, but spiritual.” It was evident that Reagan was a political leader whose Christian faith helped shaped his presidency – and changed the world. He also is remembered for a presidency that restored optimism to America. During his funeral service, former U.S. Senator John Danforth referred to verses from the book of Matthew in his message.

The glory of God gives it light, and its lamp is the Lamb.

Revelation 21:23

“You are the light of the world, a city set on a hill cannot be hid,” said Danforth, quoting the first verse in the passage. “It was [Reagan’s] favorite theme from his first inaugural address to his final address from the oval office. For him, America was the shining city on a hill.”

Give thanks for those leaders in America who love the Lord and who publicly proclaim their faith. Ask God to give them courage to shine His light everywhere they go and in all the decisions they make. Then consider how you can be more available to God to declare the light of His love to your neighbors and coworkers to His glory!

Recommended Reading: I John 5:1-12

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Presidential Prayer Team; J.R. – Priority Transformation

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President Ronald Reagan’s diary entries during the week of March 23, 1981 contain some rather pedestrian entries recording typical duties of a Chief Executive. Reagan held meetings to discuss a grain embargo, the political situation in Namibia, the possible resignation of a key aide, and he hosted representatives of the March of Dimes. But on the following Monday, March 30, the President was on the receiving end of an assassin’s bullet. In his diary entry for that day – presumably penned a few days later – Reagan writes about how fortunate he was to be alive, closing with this: “Whatever happens now I owe my life to God and will try to serve Him in every way I can.”

For you have died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God.

Colossians 3:3

In your life as a follower of Christ, there must be a moment when you realize that your purpose on Earth is not to be self-serving. Perhaps it came in one shattering moment, as it did with Reagan. Maybe it came with the quiet prompting of the Holy Spirit. Or perhaps it will be today that you begin living with the knowledge that you owe your life to God.

As you intercede for America’s leaders, pray that serving the Lord will be their highest priority.

Recommended Reading: Proverbs 3:1-8