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Daily Prayer Briefing
Thursday
July 2, 2026
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Dear Prayer Team Member,

God is our anchor. He is faithful and true, loving and forgiving, and His mercies are new every morning. Thank you for praying with us today.

Our annual Summer Matching Gift Program continues through July 5. We are deeply grateful to so many of you who have already given generously. As a faith-based ministry, every part of this work is supported solely by the faithful generosity of God's people.

If you're just hearing about the matching opportunity, please take a moment to read President Bolthouse's important member letter: "Where Were You When?" You'll also find a direct link to give and participate.

We also invite you to join us beginning this Friday as we celebrate America's 250th anniversary with a special musical and patriotic blend on I Pray Radio. This beloved annual tradition -- our patriotic and sacred audio celebration -- begins streaming Friday, July 3 and continues through Sunday, July 5 at IPrayRadio.org.

Thank you for praying with us today. Here is your Daily Prayer Briefing.

THE DAILY PRAYER BRIEFING

President Donald Trump is giving an interview to a major media outlet this afternoon. The president is expected to address the status of the Iran peace talks, the U.S. economy and employment, as well as the midterm election outlook.

The state of South Dakota, the National Park Service, and Black Hills National Forest announced the closure of Mount Rushmore National Memorial today as agencies and officials prepare for the Freedom 250 fireworks display. Only ticket holders will be admitted to the fireworks celebration on July 3rd.

Federal, state, and local agencies are coordinating with the fireworks contractor on event preparation, traffic management, public safety, and environmental protection. Mount Rushmore will reopen to the public on July 4.

As the Lord Leads, Pray with Us ...
  • For President Trump to seek the Lord's guidance as he sets foreign and domestic policies.
  • For federal, state, and local officials as they prepare for semiquincentennial celebrations across the nation.
  • For Americans to glorify God and be grateful for His grace and blessings upon the U.S. these 250 years.

Other Prayer News & Events

Supreme Court Rules Warrants Are Required for Broad Cell Phone Location Data

🗓 July 2, 2026

The Supreme Court found this week that law enforcement must obtain a warrant for sweeping cell phone location data near crime scenes. The decision determined that such "geofence" surveillance comprises a search under the Fourth Amendment, which restricts the government from...

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President Trump Announces Midterm Convention in Dallas

🗓 July 2, 2026

President Donald Trump announced that his party will hold a midterm convention in Dallas, Texas, in September.President Trump stated, "For the first time ever, the Republican Party will hold a MIDTERM CONVENTION. It will be in Dallas, Texas."The president co...

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Social Security Administration Issues Freedom 250 Cards for Eligible Newborns

🗓 July 2, 2026

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has launched a special semiquincentennial commemorative Social Security card for newborns born between July 2 and December 31, 2026.The agency explained, "The commemorative cards will be issued as part of the Enumeration at Bi...

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VANTAGE POINT DEVOTIONAL

Motivated

Motivation, according to Psychology Today, is one of the driving forces behind human behavior. It may spring from the most fundamental needs, such as food and shelter, or higher needs for love and belonging, or from negative pressures, such as fear and danger. People...

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Today's National Leader for Prayer

William Pulte, Director, Federal Housing Finance Agency

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Today's Presidential Schedule

  • 8:00 AM ET: The President participates in Executive Time
  • 10:30 AM ET: The President participates in a Policy Meeting
  • 11:00 AM ET: The President receives his Intelligence Briefing
  • 1:30 PM ET: The President participates in a Policy Meeting
  • 2:30 PM ET: The President participates in a Policy Meeting
  • 4:00 PM ET: The President participates in a Pre-Tape Interview
  • 6:00 PM ET: The President participates in a Policy Meeting
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