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Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever. Cry out, Save us, God our Savior; gather us and deliver us from the nations, that we may give thanks to your holy name,... and glory in your praise. Praise be to the Lord, the God of Israel, from everlasting to everlasting. 1 Chronicles 16:34-36 See more

Happy Thanksgiving! Celebrate God's goodness today!

ELECTION DAY! PRAY. VOTE. TRUST November 3, 2020 A POWERFUL TRAIT... He is a shield to those who walk in integrity. Proverbs 2:7 It was a perilous time for Israel. Joshua, God’s replacement for Moses, was assigned to lead the nation into the Promised Land. They had crossed the Jordan River on dry land, just as their forefathers had done at the Red Sea. The wicked nations of Canaan heard of this and were fearful; their hearts melted and there was no longer any spirit in them (Joshua 5:1). Then Israel defeated Jericho and Ai, and Israel’s reputation and that of their God spread through the land. The kings of the lowland country decided to join forces to fight against Joshua and Israel. However, the inhabitants of Gibeon, not wanting to go the way of the two defeated cities, cunningly devised a way to secure a peace agreement with Israel and it worked. The treaty was made under false pretenses and without counsel from the Lord, but Joshua, in making peace with them, agreed to let them live. Within a short period of time, five kings of the Amorites joined forces against Gibeon, and Israel was called upon to defend them. Joshua could have refused to fight because of the deception of the Gibeonites but, with integrity, he held to the agreement. God was with them and gave them the victory. Integrity is defined as the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles; moral uprightness; the state of being whole and undivided . Integrity is a powerful trait needed in those you choose to lead this country. If you have already cast your vote, pray fervently now for those who have yet to make their voices heard. May they have discernment to know those candidates who will act with uprightness as they lead in the cities, counties, states, and the nation. Choose yourself to live this day forward with integrity no matter the circumstances. PRAYER: Almighty God, it seems so difficult sometimes to press forward these days. With America facing such extreme strife and division the enemy is working hard to wear people down and to provoke them to give up. But eternal God, we ask that You give us the strength to continue moving forward with integrity. Make Your path known to us, that we may follow it to the best of our abilities. Let us confidently cross this great divide our nation is facing, on the same dry, sure footed ground Joshua crossed through the Jordan River and his forefathers the Red Sea! A path specifically groomed and prepared by Your very hand God! A path of godly integrity. Let this victorious crossing over be noted throughout the land and cause our enemies to be disarmed by this knowledge! Thank You that the victory doesn’t rest in our hands, but in Yours. We know that you have already overcome every obstacle, and we praise You for this victory we will eventually see. AMEN! [Presidential Prayer Team with edit and additions] Thank you Kathie Bader for today's Pray First Devotion

Praying everyone takes time and votes.

NOVEMBER 2 DAY 39 I declare and decree in the Name of Jesus that dry bones will come to life and they will hear the word of the Lord, they will rise up and vote and their voices, His breath in them will be seen and heard through their votes. His decision, His appointment, will be voted in.... Then he said to me, Prophesy over these bones, and say to them, O dry bones, hear the word of the Lord. Thus, says the Lord God to these bones: Behold, I will cause breath to enter you, and you shall live. And I will lay sinews upon you, and will cause flesh to come upon you, and cover you with skin, and put breath in you, and you shall live, and you shall know that I am the Lord. Ezek 37:4-6 Father awaken Your people to move in the power of demonstration and VOTE! Give them the power to demonstrate the freedom of Your people to elect those that are appointed and called by You. Let not one sit on the sidelines. I prophesy to the dry bones come from the four winds, O breath, and breathe on these slain, that they may live, hear the word of the Lord, awaken to life, ARISE and VOTE! Awaken Your army in Jesus’ Name, Amen!

NOVEMBER 1 DAY 38 I declare and decree that I will not be silent and that I will take action to uplift justice and righteousness in my nation. I refuse and rebuke and come out of agreement with lethargy and the weariness of doing good. I will hope in the Lord who renews my strength and walk in obedience to His word.... Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves, for the rights of all who are destitute. Speak up and judge fairly; defend the rights of the poor and needy. Proverbs 31:8-9 Father, you rule with righteousness and justice. Strengthen me as I walk in Your ways and commands so that I may be vessel that brings freedom to the captive and healing to the broken, in this nation and beyond. Take my vote and use it for Your glory, Father. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

This morning's message will be available on our website https://rrf.church at 9:30 am. We also meet in-person at 9:30 am. We look forward to seeing you!

OCTOBER 31 DAY 37 I declare and decree that the Lord is protecting and watching over the integrity of our elections. The voice of all Americans will be heard, and their officials elected. I refuse and rebuke any plans to manipulate the election process by domestic or foreign powers. ... Choose for your tribes wise, understanding, and experienced men, and I will appoint them as your heads.’ And you answered me, ‘The thing that you have spoken is good for us to do.’ Deuteronomy 1:13-14 Father protect our elections and give us trustworthy results. I pray that all the systems in the election will be carried out without interference. Lord, block any plans to bring unrest on Election Day. Awaken America to elect those who are wise, understanding, and experienced. Let the voices of all Americans be heard in this election, in Jesus’ name, Amen.

So today you get two declarations. I almost made it 40 days without missing one. No perfect streak for me. Sorry all. OCTOBER 30 DAY 36... I declare and decree that our nation and its people will be given divine guidance and direction. My God is a God who gives wisdom generously, without shaming or condemning me. I refuse, rebuke and come out of agreement with the lie that my God will not speak or guide me. I step into my true identity as a son/daughter of the Living God, the Good Father who gives good gifts to those who ask Him. You will give me the wisdom I need for casting my ballot on Your behalf. If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him. James 1:5 Father, I thank you that I can come to You in my confusion and with my questions and that You will, without fail, give me wisdom and guidance. I ask for Your wisdom and discernment now as I make my mark on this nation’s history. I enter into Your peace and open the ears of my heart to You, in Jesus’ name, Amen. OCTOBER 29 DAY 35 I declare and decree that the people of the United States would begin to hear truth. I declare and decree that their eyes and ears will be open to Your voice and not the voice of culture. I call for all believers to seek You regarding how they should vote and I decree that they will vote in line with Your word above their feelings and opinions. and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free. John 8:32 Father, I lift up those who are rejecting truth and the message of Jesus Christ. I know it grieves Your heart to see people distorting the truth to fit their own opinions of the moment. Help believers to stand for You and Your truth. Give believers Your wisdom and love to face this cancel culture head-on. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

OCTOBER 28 DAY 34 I declare and decree that the government is on the Lord’s shoulders. I acknowledge that Jesus is King of kings and Lord of lords. I refuse and rebuke all fear over the elections, no matter the outcome. I trust you Jesus.... For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6 Jesus, I thank You that You are seated on the throne forever. You are constantly working, even if I cannot always see it. I belong to a kingdom that cannot be shaken and is not determined by any election. Deliver me from the fear and despair surrounding the results of the elections. Lift my eyes to You and set my mind on things above, in Jesus’ name, Amen.

OCTOBER 27 DAY 33 I declare and decree that a spirit of intercession with thanksgiving is rising up in our nation for the elections and BEYOND. We refuse and rebuke and come out of agreement with ingratitude and fatalism. I declare and decree the body of Christ will be put in remembrance that God’s arm is not too short to ransom, nor his ear too dull to hear, and those who call on the name of the Lord shall be saved. Why, when I came, was there no man; why, when I called, w...as there no one to answer? Is my hand shortened, that it cannot redeem? Or have I no power to deliver? Isaiah 5:2 And it shall come to pass that everyone who calls upon the name of the Lord shall be saved. Acts 2:22 Father, in the name of Jesus, we thank You that You are moving in our nation to advance the Kingdom of God. We thank You that You are not finished with America. We thank You that You are shaking everything that can be shaken so that the things of faith may be seen and preserved in our nation. Now Father, we thank You that You are watching over the elections. Grant us a president, governors, senators, house representatives, judges, and senate majority and minority leaders after your own heart! Prepare us for 2021, and the new era we have entered into. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Join us tomorrow night for our Pray First Prayer Gathering at 6:30pm as we pray for our church, our community, and our nation! CARING ENOUGH TO VOTE Where there is no counsel, the people fall; But in the multitude of counselors there is safety. ...Continue reading

OCTOBER 26 DAY 32 I declare and decree that You Father God will protect the upcoming election and deliver trustworthy results. I ask You to move against any forces that would seek to create chaos and unrest on Election day. I bind all hindering spirits, distracting spirits and unnecessary drama in Jesus’ name. I speak against fraud in the name of Jesus. ... Finally, brothers, rejoice. Aim for restoration, comfort one another, agree with one another, live in peace; and the God of love and peace will be with you. 2 Cor 13:11 But the Lord is faithful. He will establish you and guard you against the evil one. 2 Thes. 3:3 Father, I thank You that Your hedge of protection and peace is over the United States and this upcoming election. I thank You that the enemy is bound by the blood of Jesus. I ask You to send your angels to election sites and will protect all ballots including those coming through the mail. In the name of Jesus, Amen.