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Prayer for The United States of America

Father, we come before you, lifting the United States of America. We pray for unity among its people, that love may bridge the divides, and that grace may guide our interactions. Grant wisdom and discernment to our leaders so that they may govern with integrity and seek the well-being of all. May Your peace reign in our land, and may Your purposes prevail. In Your mercy, heal our nation, restore hope, and let righteousness and justice flow like a mighty river. Amen.

God Bless America and Star Spangled Banner

What does pledging alligiance mean?

“I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.”

–– 1954

The Pledge of Allegiance is a solemn promise of loyalty to the United States of America and its flag. Originally written in 1892 by Francis Bellamy, the pledge has undergone several revisions over the years. The current 31-word version, established in 1954, reads: “I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all”. This patriotic recitation is commonly performed in schools, government meetings, and public events, with participants standing at attention, facing the flag, and placing their right hand over their heart. The Pledge of Allegiance serves as a unifying expression of American values, emphasizing the principles of national unity, liberty, and justice for all citizens.

Pledge of Allegiance


Proverbs 11:14 – For lack of guidance a nation falls, but victory is won through many advisers.

1 Timothy 2:1–4 First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people, for kings and all who are in high positions, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way. This is good, and it is pleasing in the sight of God our Savior, who desires all people to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth.

Romans 13:1 – Let everyone be subject to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which God has established. The authorities that exist have been established by God.

2 Chronicles 7:14 – if my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land.

History of Prayer in America

Prayer has played a significant role in shaping American history, influencing key moments, and fostering national unity:

Founding of the Nation

  1. During the Constitutional Convention 1787, Benjamin Franklin called for prayer when the drafting efforts failed. This led to a renewed focus that ultimately resulted in the successful creation of the U.S. Constitution.
  2. George Washington, the first U.S. President, emphasized the importance of prayer, stating it was “the duty of all nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God”.

Early American Tradition

  1. Days of Prayer were standard in colonial America, with colonists declaring them during times of drought, Indian attacks, and other threats.
  2. The Continental Congress proclaimed the first National Day of Prayer in 1775, and such days were observed annually during the Revolutionary War.

Shaping National Character

  1. In the post-Revolutionary War period, when moral decay was rampant, prayer revival in the 1790s led to significant social and spiritual renewal across the nation.
  2. The great camp meeting revivals of the early 1800s, sparked by coordinated prayer efforts, profoundly impacted American religious life and led to the formation of new Christian denominations.

Military Protection

During the French and Indian War in 1755, George Washington attributed his survival in battle to divine protection in response to prayer, noting that he emerged unharmed despite having multiple horses shot from under him and bullet holes in his coat.

Government Recognition

Congress has historically recognized the importance of prayer, issuing sixteen spiritual proclamations between 1775 and 1784 calling for fasting, prayer, and thanksgiving.

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