Sunday September 3rd - NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER

White House ^ | President Donald Trump

[Slyfox]

NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER FOR THE VICTIMS OF HURRICANE HARVEY AND FOR OUR NATIONAL RESPONSE AND RECOVERY EFFORTS

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BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

A PROCLAMATION

Hurricane Harvey first made landfall as a Category 4 storm near Rockport, Texas, on the evening of August 25, 2017. The storm has since devastated communities in both Texas and Louisiana, claiming many lives, inflicting countless injuries, destroying or damaging tens of thousands of homes, and causing billions of dollars in damage. The entire Nation grieves with Texas and Louisiana. We are deeply grateful for those performing acts of service, and we pray for healing and comfort for those in need.

Americans have always come to the aid of their fellow countrymen -- friend helping friend, neighbor helping neighbor, and stranger helping stranger -- and we vow to do so in response to Hurricane Harvey. From the beginning of our Nation, Americans have joined together in prayer during times of great need, to ask for God's blessings and guidance. This tradition dates to June 12, 1775, when the Continental Congress proclaimed a day of prayer following the Battles of Lexington and Concord, and April 30, 1789, when President George Washington, during the Nation's first Presidential inauguration, asked Americans to pray for God's protection and favor.

When we look across Texas and Louisiana, we see the American spirit of service embodied by countless men and women. Brave first responders have rescued those stranded in drowning cars and rising water. Families have given food and shelter to those in need. Houses of worship have organized efforts to clean up communities and repair damaged homes. Individuals of every background are striving for the same goal -- to aid and comfort people facing devastating losses. As Americans, we know that no challenge is too great for us to overcome.

As response and recovery efforts continue, and as Americans provide much needed relief to the people of Texas and Louisiana, we are reminded of Scripture's promise that "God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble." Melania and I are grateful to everyone devoting time, effort, and resources to the ongoing response, recovery, and rebuilding efforts. We invite all Americans to join us as we continue to pray for those who have lost family members or friends, and for those who are suffering in this time of crisis.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, DONALD J. TRUMP, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim September 3, 2017, as a National Day of Prayer for the Victims of Hurricane Harvey and for our National Response and Recovery Efforts. We give thanks for the generosity and goodness of all those who have responded to the needs of their fellow Americans. I urge Americans of all faiths and religious traditions and backgrounds to offer prayers today for all those harmed by Hurricane Harvey, including people who have lost family members or been injured, those who have lost homes or other property, and our first responders, law enforcement officers, military personnel, and medical professionals leading the response and recovery efforts. Each of us, in our own way, may call upon our God for strength and comfort during this difficult time. I call on all Americans and houses of worship throughout the Nation to join in one voice of prayer, as we seek to uplift one another and assist those suffering from the consequences of this terrible storm.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this first day of September, in the year of our Lord two thousand seventeen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-second.

[SisterK]

Amen

Father God, we lift up the people in Texas and Louisiana, and all those who have assisted them. I echo hudlah’s heartfelt prayer, that hearts will be softened to receive Your Holy Spirit. May those in rebellion be healed, may the land be healed, and may this be a time to magnify Your love, Your mercy and Your glory.

[Salvation]

Prayer Ping!

[NanaDory8]

Joining with you all in prayer, praise and thanksgiving!!

[left that other site]

To the “Unaided Spiritual EYE”, the left’s unmitigated hatred of President Trump, Freedom, and America, seems totally outrageous and incomprehensible.

But for “Those With Eyes That See” it is quite obvious that the “prince of darkness” has unleashed a whole new barrage of hatred that has blinded his minions to all reasonableness.

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God Bless America.

Dear Father in Heaven,
Please be with our beloved nation as we weather these trials. We ask that you confound the wicked plans, plots and schemes of the enemy of our souls, and expose all the lies, Fake News, and evil thoughts of the wicked.
Comfort the Afflicted, Bless the Rescuers, and Shelter the People who have lost their homes.Thank you for what looks to be President Trump's new-found faith in You. Renew his strength and the Joy of His Salvation, in Jesus name, Amen.

Hallelujah and Amen

ML/LTOS

[HarleyLady27]

Amen.

[pollywog]

Father God, I thank You that America has a President once again that has called us back to prayer. We lift our hands in Praise and expectation to You on behalf of Texas, Louisiana and America right now.

We Praise you for Your Word, and that we can TRUST YOU... We are calling on you in repentance and expectancy for healing and for restoration as the work begins to rebuild the state of Texas and Louisiana.

Help us to all show forth YOUR Spirit of love.

Use this as a time of revival and restoration,

In the matchless Name of Jesus, Amen

[Biggirl]

God Bless America, Texas, Those Persons And Animals Affected By Hurricane Harvey, The First Responders, And President Trump!

[luvie]

Amen!

[Dustoff45]

But for “Those With Eyes That See” it is quite obvious

And very exciting to witness the Hand of Lord being displayed in the life of one man as He loves One Nation under God.

[pollywog]

Let’s all add our prayer on the White House Comment site!!! Let there be HUNDREDS from FR share a prayer!!!!!!

https://www.whitehouse.gov/contact#page

[left that other site]

Amen to that!

[left that other site]

Yes Indeed.

[left that other site]

Thanks! :-)

[HokieMom]

For whom I pray:

Let this sink in for a minute.....Hundreds and hundreds of small boats pulled by countless pickups and SUVs from across the South are headed for Houston. Almost all of them driven by men. They're using their own property, sacrificing their own time, spending their own money, and risking their own lives for one reason: to help total strangers in desperate need.

Most of them are by themselves. Most are dressed like the redneck duck hunters and bass fisherman they are. Many are veterans. Most are wearing well-used gimme-hats, t-shirts, and jeans; and there's a preponderance of camo. Most are probably gun owners, and most probably voted for Trump.

These are the people the Left loves to hate, the ones Maddow mocks. The ones Maher and Olbermann just *know* they're so much better than.

These are The Quiet Ones. They don't wear masks and tear down statues. They don't, as a rule, march and demonstrate. And most have probably never been in a Whole Foods.

But they'll spend the next several days wading in cold, dirty water; dodging gators and water moccasins and fire ants; eating whatever meager rations are available; and sleeping wherever they can in dirty, damp clothes. Their reward is the tears and the hugs and the smiles from the terrified people they help. They'll deliver one boatload, and then go back for more.

When disaster strikes, it's what men do. Real men. Heroic men. American men. And then they'll knock back a few shots, or a few beers with like-minded men they've never met before, and talk about fish, or ten-point bucks, or the benefits of hollow-point ammo, or their F-150.

And the next time they hear someone talk about "the patriarchy", or "male privilege", they'll snort, turn off the TV and go to bed.

In the meantime, they'll likely be up again before dawn. To do it again. Until the helpless are rescued. And the work's done.

They're unlikely to be reimbursed. There won't be medals. They won't care. They're heroes. And it's what they do.

AMEN.

By Sam Heath of Iowa on facebook

[mylife]

Not so pissed off now after a feew hugs

grrrr

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZyHbHgVNAMQ

[mylife]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ErN5k_EMnLg

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ErN5k_EMnLg

[mylife]

Can you get her up? Yes! but can you get her down Hmm?

Stop blathering and swing me around.... This whole damn war will be over before we get started

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aED7xvYbMfw

[left that other site]

Pontoons are a drag!

[mylife]

For my buddy Mike who Flew F103s sitting phone on books over N Korea LOL

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ru9mgwuHGzI