(from my book:)
All Powerful and Merciful God,
Primary election day has arrived, and we are thankful that you have been faithful to your children and to this nation through many challenges. And we know that this nation is exhausted from the continued traumas thrust upon it and the vitriol of a very divided electorate. So, we cry out for your mercy to be upon us.
Lord, in your mercy, may today’s voting and vote tallying be free of bullying, intimidation, illegal votes, corruption, and fraud. May every legal voter who desires to vote have no obstacles to get there – health issues, transportation problems, traffic issues, or any sort of human intimidation.
Lord, in your mercy, may your people who have prayed and checked their ballot against your Word turn out and vote. May you cause believers of all ages, races, and denominations/church types to vote in ways that honor your Word and further your Kingdom.
Lord, in your mercy and because of the move of your Spirit in that process, we pray that men and women who are after your own heart would be voted into office. May those who have sought office be people seeking to live in righteousness with you and to serve their constituents and nation in humility.
Lord, in your mercy we pray in Jesus’s name that you would stop any spirit of chaos that seeks to cause confusion, mayhem, violence, or personal or property damage because of this election. We know that lawlessness and chaos is not who you are, so we bind any spirits of chaos and violence and instead pray for your Peace over this nation.
Lord, in your mercy, we ask that these electoral races will be decisively decided within 48 hours and that in the days, weeks, and months to come our nation can heal from the trauma and division. May your grace be upon each of us as we interact, irrespective of political ideals, with our fellow citizens.
Lord, in your mercy, reform your Church, send your fires of revival, and let a Great Awakening be unleashed on this nation. And may each individual of your Church be a beacon of light in this dark world – showing grace, mercy, kindness, graciousness, gentleness, love, and peace to all those they encounter.
Lord in your mercy, and for the glory of Christ, in whose name we pray, Amen.
(1 Cor. 14:33, Romans 12:2, Joshua 23:14, 2 Chronicles 7:13-16)