A Postelection Prayer
Now that the election is over, General Superintendent Doug Clay calls for prayer for newly elected leaders and the nation.
As we walk towards the end of 2024 and into a new year with a new political leader, I encourage all of us to take time today to lift up our newly elected president in prayer.There has never been a ruler — whether Israelite king, world leader, or American president — who has exemplified perfect wisdom, executed perfect justice, or established perfect peace during their tenure in office. Jesus Christ is the only perfect, reigning King — He alone is sinless.
So, it is unrealistic to expect President Donald Trump to lead with total Godly outcomes. That is why Scripture commands us, “Do not put your trust in princes,” because they “cannot save” (Psalm 146:3).
Today, I call on every believer to pray for President Trump. Let us pray that his administration would be characterized by ever-increasing measures of wisdom, justice, and peace.
As Solomon prayed, “May people ever pray for him and bless him all day long” (Psalm 72:15).
Heavenly Father,
In this season after the election, let peace settle on those who feel discouraged, and humility on those who celebrate.
May our federal, state, and local leaders, whether newly elected or returning to office, be guided by integrity, righteousness, and a desire to serve as one who is in authority as “God’s servant” (Romans 13:4).
Grant to them wisdom and discernment that they may govern with justice and righteousness.
Guide their decisions and actions, so they may lead with humility, care, and an understanding that God alone has established their authority.
“For all authority comes from God, and those in positions of authority have been placed there by God” (Romans 13:1, NLT).
Father, bless our land with peace, harmony, and spiritual renewal. Strengthen our communities, heal the wounds of conflict, and inspire us to serve one another with Christian love and kindness.
“May the mountains bring prosperity to the people, the hills the fruit of righteousness” (Psalm 72:3).
We humbly ask for Your divine blessing on every person, family, and institution, knowing that blessing only comes when we humble ourselves, pray, seek your face, and turn from our wicked ways (1 Chronicles 7:14).
Amen.