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Prayer point

Pray for leaders to listen with humility

Pray for Government

The red-carpeted Senate chamber with rows of desks facing the throne
The Red Chamber of the Senate of Canada in Centre Block, Ottawa. Makaristos / Wikimedia Commons · Public domain
He who gives answer before he hears, that is folly and shame to him.

Proverbs 18:13 World English Bible

Reflection

When legislative decisions affect communities with contrasting priorities, genuine understanding requires patience rather than quick conclusions. Decision-makers face constant pressure to respond swiftly, which can make thoughtful listening difficult. Asking God to grant elected representatives patient, humble hearts helps them grasp the underlying anxieties and hopes of different perspectives, encouraging wise choices, mutual respect, and fair governance across every region.

Prayer

Pray that our leaders would have the humility to really listen—taking the time to understand the deeper concerns on both sides.

Prayer point from the National House of Prayer, 8 March 2025.