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As 2021 begins, we want to start the year right by lifting Jesus up and recognising His rightful place in our lives and in our nation. As such, we are calling for 21 days of prayer and fasting during the first 21 days of January [...]

It’s a day that will go down in history. The chattering class called it the unwinnable election. All the major polls, pundits and papers were unanimous: Labor was certain to take power. Even Sportsbet picked the wrong side, paid punters out early, and lost $5.2m [...]

On Saturday May 18, Australia decided who should run the country: Scott Morrison and the Liberals, or Bill Shorten and Labor. Although there are still more votes to be counted, we now know the results: the Liberal/National Coalition will get back into office. This will [...]

by Ps Peter Walker, Indigenous Elder and Leader, Bundjalung People, Northern NSW Intention Daniel shows us how to trust, pray and see God give us the victory in our nation of Australia. Scripture “Then they said to the king, ‘Daniel, who is one of the [...]

by Andrew Scarborough, Australian-Based Evangelist, NDOPF Ambassador Intention Pray for a multitude of voices to rise up and speak up for the voiceless. Scripture “The king of Egypt said to the Hebrew midwives, whose names were Shiphrah and Puah, ‘When you are helping the Hebrew [...]

by Ps Kamal Weerakoon, 2018-19 Moderator, NSW Presbyterian Church Intention In the midst of anti-Christian pressure, the unconquerable rule of the risen Lord Jesus gives us peace and confidence to pray for our political leaders and seek the common good. Scripture “God is our refuge [...]

by Bishop Rick Lewers, Senior Minister, Anglican Bishop of Armidale Intention Consideration of a nation’s future is a time for God’s people to seek, praise, meditate on and trust in the God who will be vindicated in all things. Scripture "God, You are my God; [...]

by Ps Phil Pringle, Founder, C3 Church Global Intention When we trust God as our defence, He gives us astonishing victory. Scripture “Then some came and told Jehoshaphat, saying, “A great multitude is coming against you from beyond the sea, from Syria; and they are [...]

by Ps Sean Stanton, National Secretary, Australian Christian Churches Intention Praying for the spirit of unity among God’s people. Scripture “My prayer is not for them alone. I pray also for those who will believe in Me through their message, that all of them may [...]

by Ps Tim Edwards, Australian Indigenous Christian Leader Intention To fight the good fight of faith until we see the fulfilment of God’s promises over Australia. Scripture Be on guard; stand firm in your faith [in God, respecting His precepts and keeping your doctrine sound]. [...]

by Ps Wayne Alcorn, ACC National President Intention That we would pray continually for the future of Australia as we near the election. Scripture “Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” —1 Thessalonians [...]

Intention God loves when we let desperate circumstances lead us to pray desperate prayers. Scripture “Now when Jesus returned, a crowd welcomed him, for they were all expecting him. Then a man named Jairus, a synagogue leader, came and fell at Jesus’ feet, pleading with [...]

by Archbishop Glenn Davies, Anglican Archbishop of Sydney Intention Pray to God to have mercy on this nation. Scripture “I turned to the Lord God and pleaded with him in prayer and petition, in fasting, and in sackcloth and ashes. I prayed to the LORD [...]

by Ps Jenny Hagger, Senior Minister, Kingsgate Hub Director, Australian House of Prayer for All Nations Intention The call for the church in Australia to stay vigilant after the election. Scripture “Continue earnestly in prayer, being vigilant in it with thanksgiving.” —Colossians 4:2 Reflection There [...]

by Bishop Michael Stead, Anglican Bishop of South Sydney Intention It is pleasing to God when we pray for the leaders of our nation. Scripture “I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people—for kings and all [...]

by Reverend Anne Hibbard National Coordinator, Uniting Prayer and Fasting Secretary, Assembly of Confessing Congregations of the Uniting Church Intention To pray for leaders who promote peace, godliness and freedom for the Gospel to spread. Scripture “I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, [...]

by Brian Pickering, National Coordinator, Australian Prayer Network Intention We have a responsibility to elect representatives who will govern with justice and integrity. Scripture “I, wisdom, dwell together with prudence; I possess knowledge and discretion. To fear the Lord is to hate evil; I hate [...]

by Archbishop Anthony Fisher, Catholic Archbishop of Sydney Intention The responsibility to vote is an opportunity to promote the common good of all. Scripture “Then the righteous will answer him, ‘Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you [...]

by Sue Tinworth, Partners in Prayer and Evangelism Intention Welcoming the King of Glory into our families, regions and our nation’s governance. Scripture “It is a day of darkness and gloom, a day of thick clouds and deep blackness. Suddenly, like dawn spreading across the [...]

by Commissioner James Condon Chairman, National Day of Prayer and Fasting Intention To humble ourselves and seek God through prayer for the restoration of Australia. Scripture “If My people, who are called by My name, will humble themselves and pray and seek My face and [...]