As Christians, we want to experience a revival in our nation, but where do we start?

According to ministry leader Bryon Paulus, revival starts with praying for those who are in authority over us. Byron reflects on 1 Timothy 2,

“I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people— 2 for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness.” 1 Timothy 2:1-2

The Bible tells us that we should pray for our leaders, but it also gives clear instructions on how we can pray for them.

“This is good, and pleases God our Savior, who wants all people to be saved and to come to a knowledge of the truth.” 1 Timothy 2:3-4

When we pray, it is pleasing to God and unleashes His power to work through us. Byron expands on the importance of perusing godliness through prayer,

“We pray for a context of a quiet and peaceable life so that we can be Godly. God knows when we are Godly He can unleash His power; it’s good and acceptable to Him, so He can bless us. Why does He want to unleash his power through His people? He knows, that’s how people come to Christ, when He is seen alive in their hearts.”

He offers a helpful prayer guide from Life Action Ministries to use when praying for our president.

“When praying for Donald Trump, we have developed a 31-day prayer guide. Starting off on Day 1 we say:

Pray that President Trump would be a friend to the churches in America that honor Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord.’

“All of these prayer requests are about how we can pray for our president. Which, if they came true, would create that kind of environment, the context, that culture, we’re God’s people can be Godly.”

Together, we can pray for our nation and leaders on a daily basis and see the hand of God at work.


Byron Paulus is the President and Executive Director of Life Action Ministries, the parent ministry of Revive Our Hearts. Byron’s three decades of experience in leadership with America’s largest revival ministry, and his vision to see God send another spiritual awakening to our nation, have given him an opportunity to influence thousands through his various speaking, writing, and leadership endeavors.

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