Presidential Prayers

Something about this morning's prayer requests for the President and President-Elect really struck me. I thought there were so many important and pressing needs addressed, and although it is so easy to get caught up in the difficulties of our own lives sometimes, there is so much need throughout the country and the world. I thought I would post them here so others can also be praying.
I really like the Presidential prayer team, because they aren't partisan but instead are just presenting you with what's happening with the president and asking for prayer in each instance. No matter who the president is or what he's doing, the PPT's goal is to be supportive through prayer. Also, it helps me stay informed about the president's day-to-day actions, more than I would otherwise.
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Pray for President Bush as he prepares for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit (APEC) in Lima, Peru 11/20-23, asking God to protect and guide him throughout. Pray for these leaders as they work on critical economic and business issues.
Pray also for President Bush as he hosts the annual White House Turkey pardoning in the Rose Garden 11/26. Pray for the children who are invited to this to learn much and to experience great joy at the 61st occurrence of this White House tradition.
Pray for President Bush as he works for a strong and positive changeover with President Elect Obama’s transition team, asking for God’s wisdom and grace.
Pray for President Bush and members of Congress as they consider plans to help the automobile industry.
Pray for President Elect Obama as he continues to consider key cabinet appointments, asking God for great wisdom and discernment.
Pray for the crew of Space Shuttle Endeavour as they continue repairs on the International Space Station. Pray for their safety and success and for the spirit of God to be present with them.
Pray for the members of President Elect Obama’s transition team as they communicate daily with members of President Bush’s administration seeking an effective transition.
Pray particularly for Dan Terullo, liaison to Treasury Sec’y Paulson, as the two men work together on concerns with the economic recovery plan.
Pray for President Elect Obama and Mrs. Obama as they consider the many details related to their move to Washington, D.C. after many years in Chicago, asking God for wisdom and grace in decisions ranging from where daughters Malia and Sasha will attend school to what church the family will attend. Pray for grace in these concerns, particularly that they will have the spiritual support and nurture they need as a family.
Pray for God’s complete protection for President Elect Obama, as threats on his life continue to be raised. Pray that any plots to harm him will be uncovered before they can be implemented. Pray for those who have been impacted by wildfires in Southern California last week, asking God to comfort all who have lost homes and businesses, providing their every need from His vast resources.
Continue to pray for the many families, business owners and workers who are deeply impacted by the current economic crisis, asking God to be their strength and comfort. Pray that our nation’s churches and helping ministries will step up to meet needs.