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 29: Birthday of C. S. Lewis (1898)
Pray for people who are communicating the message of Jesus in creative and faithful ways.
November 26: Birthday of William Cowper (1731)
Pray for people who are struggling with mental illness.
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 26: Death of Alfred the Great (899)
Pray for leaders to think about the welfare of their citizens and even their enemies.
October 14: Birthday of William Penn (1644)
Pray for an opportunity to show kindness to someone with a different religious perspective.
September 27: Birthday of George Müller (1805)
Pray for people who are caring for widows and orphans in their distress.
September 2: Great Britain Adopts the Gregorian Calendar (1752)
Pray for wisdom and courage to make the most of each day you have.
August 16: Queen Victoria Sends Telegraph Message to James Buchanan
Pray that people would use communication technologies for good purposes.