Prayer for Our Elections

And I will make justice the line, and righteousness the plumb line; and hail will sweep away the refuge of lies, and waters will overwhelm the shelter (Isaiah 28:17 ESV).

Lord, early voting starts next week and Election Day is almost here in the United States. There is an overwhelming sense of importance on so many levels for elections this year. I pray that Your people would be compelled to get out an participate in the civic process of voting. Help them to decipher through the messages and understand who and what they are voting for, versus just doing what their family has always done or voting along a party line. Lord, help every person to understand how much platforms of parties have changed through the year so they will be conscious of what they are supporting with their vote. Help us, as Jethro advised Moses to do to look for able men from all the people, men who fear God, who are trustworthy and hate a bribe, and place such men over the people.

Lord, restore integrity in our election process that has seemed to disintegrate over the last few cycles. Lord, please stop outside interference and false propaganda from being spread. Let the truth come to light, and what is done in the darkness to be exposed. I pray against any who will try to corrupt the process by rigging tabulation machines, stuffing ballot boxes, and allowing those without ID, illegal immigrants, or the deceased to vote.

Lord, I pray that You will provide astute and watchful poll watchers and officials to expose any plans to delay or otherwise hinder and interfere with the voting process. Lord, do not let their plans succeed.

I also pray for peace and acceptance of the results of the election. Help people to accept that all authority comes from You. You will not be surprised by the results of any election here in the United States (Or anywhere else). I pray that You will help us to honor, respect, lift up in prayer every one of our governmental leaders.