Our USA election is no surprise to God. He knows all and sees all. At the same time, our prayers are important to Him. We are to pray without ceasing, for understanding, for wisdom, with faith, for our leaders, and for peace. Scripture tells us that the prayers of the righteous have great power. We are also given examples of times when failing to seek God’s counsel or remaining passive was not pleasing to Him (Joshua 9, the Parable of the Talents, Esther).

So let’s pray for our country now. Let’s pray that our choices will not hinder our ability to share the Gospel of Christ, but will help and encourage it. Let’s pray that we vote for candidates who use their voice, policies, and actions to stand against the acceptance of evil as the norm, and whose leadership best aligns with God’s will.

I pray that, during and after this election, all of us who consider ourselves Christians will do a better job of spreading the gospel to the world—especially to the leaders of our own country. God desires that everyone hear the gospel, including politicians. The closer they draw to God, the better they understand His principles and standards, and the better they can discern what is right.

“It will also come to pass that before they call, I will answer; and while they are still speaking, I will hear” (Isaiah 65:24). This promise describes the close fellowship God’s people will enjoy in the new heavens and new earth. Even now, He hears the prayers of the righteous, so we can pray with confidence while we wait for that perfect day.

I urge anyone reading this to pray. Pray now and pray often.

See: 1 Thessalonians 5:17; James 1:5–6; 1 Timothy 2:1–2; James 5:16; Joshua 9:14–15; Esther 4:14; Matthew 25:14–30; Mark 16:15; Isaiah 65:24; Romans 13:1; Proverbs 14:34; 1 John 5:14.

God First!