Prayer Calendar - May

(The Daily Calendar below is also on pages 28-29 of the April Newsletter - PDF file - 639Kb - 30 pages.)

May - Law and Justice

(by Bjorn Schmid - adapted from a number of sources including the Common Book of Prayer.)

31 days of May

Remember the name of our Lord Creator and Governor of the Universe and the Supreme Judge of the World, and call upon His Name.

Day in May
  1. "O Lord our Governor, bless the leaders of our land, that we may be a people at peace among ourselves and a blessing to other nations of the earth. Lord, keep this nation under your care."
  2. Repent for the sins of our generation and the ones before us for not taking right stands, when policies were enacted that violated the laws of God (Daniel 9:3-19).
  3. Pray that the citizens and lawmakers of our country become educated and convicted concerning the original intent of our Constitution and our godly heritage (Psalm 28:2-3).
  4. Pray that all parliamentarians of all political parties and persuasions will know Christ and make Him, the Sovereign Ruler of the Universe known.
  5. Pray that all parliamentarians who continue to corrupt our system of government will be exposed, removed and replaced by those who honour God's Word and laws (Psalm 105:14).
  6. "O God, the fountain of wisdom, whose will is good and gracious, and whose law is truth: We beseech thee so to guide and bless the Members of our national and state parliaments that they may enact laws that will please you, to the glory of your Name and the welfare of this people; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen."
  7. "Almighty God, who sits in the throne judging right: We humbly beseech you to bless the courts of justice and the magistrates in all this land; and give unto them the spirit of wisdom and understanding, that they may discern the truth, and impartially administer the law in the fear of you alone; through him who shall come to be our Judge, thy Son our Saviour Jesus Christ. Amen."
  8. "To the officers of our Courts and Corrective Services give understanding and integrity, that human rights may be safeguarded and justice served. Give grace to your servants, O Lord." (Isaiah 1:26)
  9. Pray that all members of the judiciary and legal profession will know Christ and make Him, the Judge of the Universe known.
  10. Pray for all members of the judiciary and legal profession who continue to corrupt our system of justice to be exposed, removed and replaced by those who honour God's Word and laws (Psalm 105:14).
  11. Pray that God will release His power to break corruptive decision making and for all ungodly legislation passed and policies set by the governments of our nation to be reversed or removed (Deuteronomy 4:1-2).
  12. Pray that God will bring justice to the nation of Australia and that all ungodly legal precedents from judgements in our courts will be overturned or superseded.
  13. "Lord Jesus, for our sake you were condemned as a criminal: Visit our jails and prisons with your pity and judgment. Remember all prisoners, and bring the guilty to repentance and amendment of life according to your will, and give them hope for their future. When any are held unjustly, bring them release; forgive us, and teach us to improve our justice. Remember those who work in these institutions; keep them humane and compassionate; and save them from becoming brutal or callous. And since what we do for those in prison, O Lord, we do for you, constrain us to improve their lot. All this we ask for your mercy's sake. Amen."
  14. [For Australia] "To the Governor General, Prime Minister, ministers of the Federal Cabinet, all the members of the upper and lower houses of the Australian Parliament, and their support staff, grant wisdom and grace in the exercise of their duties. Give grace to your servants, O Lord. "
  15. Pray for godly wisdom and actions concerning decisions before the High Court of Australia, the Federal Court of Australia, and the Family Court of Australia (James 5:16).
  16. Pray for the currently appointed Judiciary of Australia, that they render decisions according to God's law (Leviticus 19:15, Deuteronomy 25:1, II Chronicles 19:6).
  17. Pray for protection for our Federal Police, border protection and customs staff, for wisdom, strength and integrity in their duties. Pray for them to encounter and know Christ as Almighty God.
  18. Pray for the administration and guards of Australian detention centres (here and in our neighbouring countries); for wisdom, emotional and moral strength, and appropriate mercy in the execution of their duties.
  19. Pray for favour and growth of Christian ministries in Australian detention centres and God-given opportunities to preach the Gospel through actions to detainees.
  20. "Look with pity, O heavenly Father, upon the people who flee to this land from injustice, terror, disease, and death. Have mercy upon them. Help us to eliminate any cruelty to these our neighbours. Strengthen those who spend their lives establishing equal protection of the law and equal opportunities for all. And grant that every one of us may enjoy a fair portion of the riches of this land; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen."
  21. [For NSW - check your state or territory for their governance, courts and corrective services.]
    "To the Governor, the Premier, ministers of the State Cabinet, all the members of the Legislative Assembly and the Legislative Council, and their support staff, grant wisdom and grace in the exercise of their duties. Give grace to your servants, O Lord.
  22. Pray for godly wisdom and actions concerning decisions before the Supreme Court of New South Wales, the District Courts of New South Wales, and the Local Courts of New South Wales
  23. Pray for the currently appointed Judiciary of New South Wales, that they render decisions according to God's law (Leviticus 19:15, Deuteronomy 25:1, II Chronicles 19:6).
  24. Pray for protection for our New South WalesPolice, local council sheriff's offices and officers, for wisdom, strength and integrity in their duties. Pray for them to encounter and know Christ as Almighty God.
  25. Pray for the retiring NSW Police Commissioner, Andrew Scipione and his replacement to be appointed this year. Pray that his replacement will be a God-fearing person who is accountable to both God and men.
  26. Pray for the New South Wales prison wardens and guards; for wisdom, emotional and moral strength, and an attitude that encourages rehabilitation over punishment.
  27. Pray for chaplaincies in New South Wales prisons and for favour and growth of prison ministries.
  28. Pray for social agencies to work together particularly those supporting the families of prisoners such as the Salvation Army. William Wilberforce Foundation, and others.
  29. Pray against the spirit of fatherlessness that is the highest common factor across young men in prisons.
  30. [For all] "Teach our people to rely on your strength and to accept their responsibilities to their fellow citizens, that they may elect trustworthy leaders and make wise decisions for the well-being of our society; that we may serve you faithfully in our generation and honour your holy Name.
    For yours is the kingdom, O Lord, and you are exalted as head above all. Amen."
  31. [In thanks] "Almighty God, who hast promised to hear the petitions of those who ask in your Son's Name: We beseech you mercifully to incline your ear to us who have made these prayers and supplications; and grant that those things which we have faithfully asked according to your will may effectually be obtained, to the relief of our necessity, and to the advancement of your glory; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen."

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