Pray for Government
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Pray for protection, strength, and wisdom for leaders

Pray for Government

Old Toronto City Hall with the downtown skyline behind it
Old Toronto City Hall against the downtown skyline. Maksim Sokolov (maxergon.com) / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0
Yahweh is my strength and my shield. My heart has trusted in him, and I am helped. Therefore my heart greatly rejoices. With my song I will thank him.

Psalm 28:7 World English Bible

Reflection

Serving in leadership carries heavy responsibilities, constant demands, and unforeseen opposition in daily labour. Those who hold governance roles face high-stakes pressure that affects communities everywhere. Asking for divine protection over their physical safety, emotional endurance, and moral clarity helps uphold justice in decision-making. Interceding for renewed stamina and insight encourages decision-makers to govern with steadfast commitment, sound judgment, and humility through every season.

Prayer

Pray that God would shield them from harm and give them strength and wisdom in their efforts.

This prayer point first appeared in NHOP's prayer strategy for 14 June 2025.