Day 31 of 40 Days of Prayer

12 For the word of God is alive and powerful. It is sharper than the sharpest two-edged sword, cutting between soul and spirit, between joint and marrow. It exposes our innermost thoughts and desires. 13 Nothing in all creation is hidden from God. Everything is naked and exposed before his eyes, and he is the one to whom we are accountable.

14 So then, since we have a great High Priest who has entered heaven, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold firmly to what we believe. 15 This High Priest of ours understands our weaknesses, for he faced all of the same testings we do, yet he did not sin. 16 So let us come boldly to the throne of our gracious God. There we will receive his mercy, and we will find grace to help us when we need it most. (Hebrews 4:12-16 NLT)

Dear Heavenly Father, thank you for your mercies and grace, thank you for your Son Jesus, thank you that because of Jesus we can now come to your throne of grace and receive your mercy. We ask for forgiveness of our sins, sins against you and each other; sins that we’ve tried to leave behind, but still struggle with, thank you that no matter where we have been - when we seek you and your forgiveness you still love us and forgive us.

We pray for our nation to seek you out today, to look to your Word, to find your church and find your love and truth. This country was founded as a nation who worshiped God, a land that has received God's favor and blessings because of their foundation in God - we pray for a return to these principles. We pray for our leaders to have honor, integrity and Christian values – to be men and women of God. We pray for those who don’t know you and for those who have turned away, we pray for their hearts to be softened and to seek you out.

We pray for your children to remain faithful in their prayers, to stay in your Word, and to receive comfort and strength from your Holy Spirit. We pray for the believers to encourage one another and to continue the good work you have for each of us here on earth.  We give you all the honor, glory and praise, that only you are due – thank you God, thank you Jesus, we love you, in Jesus’ name we pray ~ AMEN!