Pray for our families, our country, and our world.
Each day this year, we are sharing a history note about something that happened on that date and offering a prayer idea. Read more about this project and subscribe to get updates by email or text.
November 4: Birthday of Will Rogers (1879)
Pray for people who help others think (and laugh) about the news.
October 30: Radio Broadcast of “The War of the Worlds” (1938)
Pray that you would develop your skills of discernment to identify truth and fiction.
October 29: Truth and Reconciliation Commission Report (1998)
Pray for the people and government of South Africa.
September 28: Birthday of Confucius (551 BC)
Pray that people who are studying philosophy will find the truth.
September 4: Restored Obelisk of Aksum Unveiled (2008)
Pray for the people and government of Ethiopia.
August 22: Johann Burckhardt Visits Petra (1812)
Pray for people who work as tour guides to help other people appreciate historic and cultural sites.
August 19: Benjamin Banneker Writes to Thomas Jefferson (1791)
Pray for people who are seeking to persuade others to change their minds on important topics.