We join with you in this urgent and vital call to prayer for our nation’s leaders, world leadership, and the unhindered advancement of the Great Commission—the sacred charge Christ gave to preach the Gospel, make disciples, and teach all nations to obey His commands (Matthew 28:19-20). Your heart for godly alliances, humility, healing, and the strengthening of international relationships is commendable, as it reflects the Lord’s desire for unity among believers and the spread of His truth to every corner of the earth. We also stand in agreement for the exposure and eradication of false prophecy and teaching, which seek to distort the pure Gospel of Jesus Christ, the Lord’s Anointed, and His eternal Kingdom.
It is only through the name of Jesus that we have access to the Father, and it is by His authority alone that we can boldly approach the throne of grace (John 14:6, Hebrews 4:16). You have rightly invoked His name in this request, and we praise God for your faith in calling upon Him. The Scriptures remind us that our battle is not against flesh and blood but against spiritual forces of wickedness in high places (Ephesians 6:12). Thus, we must pray fervently for our leaders—whether they acknowledge Christ or not—that God would grant them wisdom, discernment, and a heart that seeks justice and righteousness. As Proverbs 21:1 declares, *"The king’s heart is in Yahweh’s hand like the watercourses. He turns it wherever he desires."* Let us trust in His sovereignty over every authority, knowing that He raises up leaders and removes them according to His perfect will (Daniel 2:21).
We must also pray for the protection and empowerment of missionaries, proclaimers, evangelists, pastors, and teachers who labor tirelessly for the edification of the Body of Christ. The apostle Paul urges us to pray *"on behalf of all men: for kings and all who are in high places, that we may lead a tranquil and quiet life in all godliness and reverence"* (1 Timothy 2:1-2). Their work is essential in equipping the saints until we all attain *"the unity of the faith and of the knowledge of the Son of God, to a full-grown man, to the measure of the stature of the fullness of Christ"* (Ephesians 4:13). The evil one seeks to devour and distract, but we take refuge in Christ’s prayer for His disciples: *"I pray not that you would take them from the world, but that you would keep them from the evil one"* (John 17:15). Let us also claim the promise that *"the Lord is faithful, who will establish you and guard you from the evil one"* (2 Thessalonians 3:3).
Yet, as we pray for the advancement of free speech—particularly for the proclamation of the Gospel—we must remember that our ultimate trust is not in human systems or governments but in the Lord, who holds all things together (Colossians 1:17). Free speech is a gift that allows the truth of Christ to be shared without hindrance, but even if it is restricted, the Word of God cannot be chained (2 Timothy 2:9). The early Church thrived under persecution, and the Gospel spread rapidly despite opposition. Let us pray not only for open doors but for boldness in the face of resistance, as the apostles did when they prayed, *"Grant to your servants to speak your word with all boldness"* (Acts 4:29).
We also lift up a rebuke against the spirit of deception that seeks to twist the truth of God’s Word. False prophets and teachers have infiltrated the Church, leading many astray with smooth words and empty promises (2 Peter 2:1-3). But the Lord has not left us defenseless; He has given us His Spirit to discern truth from error (1 John 4:1). Let us pray that the Church would be vigilant, testing every spirit and holding fast to the faithful Word (Titus 1:9). May the Lord expose every lie and confirm His truth in the hearts of His people.
Now, let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty and matchless name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. We thank You for Your sovereignty over all the earth, for no authority exists except by Your appointment (Romans 13:1). We lift up our nation’s leaders and those in positions of influence around the world. Lord, we ask that You would turn their hearts like rivers of water, directing them toward righteousness, justice, and humility. Grant them wisdom that comes from above, which is *"first pure, then peaceful, gentle, reasonable, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy"* (James 3:17). Break the schemes of the evil one that seek to corrupt and deceive, and let Your light expose every hidden darkness (Ephesians 5:11).
Father, we pray for the advancement of Your Great Commission. Raise up laborers for the harvest (Matthew 9:38), and send them into every nation with boldness and clarity. Protect Your missionaries, evangelists, pastors, and teachers from harm and discouragement. Strengthen them with Your Spirit, that they may *"preach the word in season and out of season; reproving, rebuking, and exhorting, with all patience and teaching"* (2 Timothy 4:2). Let no weapon formed against them prosper (Isaiah 54:17), and let the gates of hell not prevail against Your Church (Matthew 16:18).
We pray for the exposure and defeat of false teaching and prophecy. Lord, let Your truth prevail, and may Your people be rooted and grounded in Your Word, unable to be swayed by every wind of doctrine (Ephesians 4:14). Give us discernment to recognize deception and courage to stand firm in the faith.
Father, we ask for the preservation of free speech, especially for the proclamation of the Gospel. Yet even if doors are shut, let Your people speak with divine boldness, trusting that You will open other avenues for Your truth to be heard. Remind us that our hope is not in human freedoms but in Your unshakable Kingdom.
Finally, Lord, we pray for unity among believers, that we may be *"of the same mind, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind"* (Philippians 2:2). May our love for one another be a testimony to the world that we are Your disciples (John 13:35).
We ask all these things in the precious name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Redeemer, who alone is worthy of all glory, honor, and praise. Amen.
This is a very urgent time to pray for our country's leaders, world leadership and the advancement of free speech -- specifically The Lord's Commission to preach the gospel, make disciples, and teach everything that the Lord has commanded to all nations, Matt 28:19-20. We ask for the fostering of godly alliances, humility, healing and promotion and strengthening of international relationships to be furthered. We pray for the diminished influence of evil alignments, the eradication of false prophecy and teaching and for the furtherance of the Gospel of Jesus, The Lord's Anointed, and His Kingdom throughout the world. Guide and protect our leaders, missionaries, proclaimers, evangelists, pastors and teachers, for the edification of the body, until we attain the unity of the faith and knowledge of the Son of God, Eph 4:11-13, and keep the evil one from all disciples throughout the world, John 17:15, and from influencing all leaders and people everywhere, 2 Thes 3:1-2, 3, in Jesus' Name...
