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Pray for hearts aligned with God's compassion

Pray for Government

The arches over the reflecting pool at Nathan Phillips Square in Toronto
Nathan Phillips Square outside Toronto City Hall. Maksim Sokolov (maxergon.com) / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0
When I heard these words, I sat down and wept, and mourned several days; and I fasted and prayed before the God of heaven, …

Nehemiah 1:4 World English Bible

Reflection

Indifference creeps easily into governance and citizenship when decision-makers focus solely on policy mechanics rather than human impact. Real transformation begins when those who serve in leadership experience genuine sorrow over systemic hardship, poverty, and isolation facing vulnerable communities. Ask God to soften the hearts of leaders and citizens alike, replacing apathy with active mercy, wisdom, and a persistent drive to bring relief to those in distress.

Prayer

Pray that our hearts would break for the things that break His heart.

Prayer point from the National House of Prayer, 1 August 2023.