May 4th – National Day of Prayer

Dr. Alvin Jones, Volunteer Coordinator

The National Day of Prayer is “centered in the Lord Jesus Christ to mobilize united community and personal prayer for our country. It is a day that transcends differences, bringing together citizens from all backgrounds. Our country has a long history of national prayers for our people:

• 1775 - The Continental Congress called for a National Day of Prayer and Fasting which preceded the founding of our country.

• 1883 - President Abraham Lincoln called for a National Day of Prayer to heal the division of our country.

• 1952 - President Harry S. Truman declared a National Day of Prayer and signed a law establishing the date that was passed by the House and Senate with a unanimous vote.

Current surveys of our people reveal that 7075% believe that our country is headed in the wrong direction. But in our history, when our country drifted away from God, “We the people” have experienced “Great Spiritual Awakenings” on four occasions:

• 1734 - Prior to the founding of our country and our victory in the Revolutionary War.

• 1784 - Spiritual Awakening broke out on college campuses and spread through our land.

• 1858 - The Third Great Spiritual Awakening occurred prior to the Civil War.

• 1904-5 - The Fourth Awakening preceded the “Great Wars.”

History demonstrates when we as a people come together in obedient prayers to God, He brings about a changed culture. Community members are urged to join in prayers for our country.

Come together to pray for our community and nation May 4th at the Walker County Fairgrounds.

11:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon

Free sack lunch served/special music.

12:00 noon – 1:00 p.m.

Community prayers offered by leaders from our churches, schools, workplaces, families, and government.

After 1:00 p.m., you are invited to join a prayer group of your interest.

By Kim Bius