In our times of
greatest need, Americans have always turned to prayer to help guide us through
trials and periods of uncertainty. As we continue to face the unique
challenges posed by the coronavirus pandemic, millions of Americans are unable
to gather in their churches, temples, synagogues, mosques, and other
houses of worship. But in this time we must not cease asking God for
added wisdom, comfort, and strength, and we must especially pray for those who
have suffered harm or who have lost loved ones. I ask you to join me in a
day of prayer for all people who have been affected by the coronavirus pandemic
and to pray for God’s healing hand to be placed on the people of our
Nation.
As
your President, I ask you to pray for the health and well-being of your fellow
Americans and to remember that no problem is too big for God to handle.
We should all take to heart the holy words found in 1 Peter 5:7: “Casting
all your care upon him, for he careth for you.” Let us pray that all
those affected by the virus will feel the presence of our Lord’s protection and
love during this time. With God’s help, we will overcome this threat.
On
Friday, I declared a national emergency and took other bold actions to help
deploy the full power of the Federal Government to assist with efforts to
combat the coronavirus pandemic. I now encourage all Americans to pray
for those on the front lines of the response, especially our Nation’s
outstanding medical professionals and public health officials who are working
tirelessly to protect all of us from the coronavirus and treat patients who are
infected; all of our courageous first responders, National Guard, and dedicated
individuals who are working to ensure the health and safety of our
communities; and our Federal, State, and local leaders. We are
confident that He will provide them with the wisdom they need to make difficult
decisions and take decisive actions to protect Americans all across the
country. As we come to our Father in prayer, we remember the words found
in Psalm 91: “He is my refuge and my fortress: my God; in him
will I trust.”
As
we unite in prayer, we are reminded that there is no burden too heavy for God
to lift or for this country to bear with His help. Luke 1:37 promises
that “For with God nothing shall be impossible,” and those words are just as
true today as they have ever been. As one Nation under God, we are
greater than the hardships we face, and through prayer and acts of compassion
and love, we will rise to this challenge and emerge stronger and more united
than ever before. May God bless each of you, and may God bless the United
States of America.
NOW,
THEREFORE, I, DONALD J. TRUMP, President of the United States of America,
do hereby proclaim March 15, 2020, as a National Day of Prayer for All
Americans Affected by the Coronavirus Pandemic and for our National Response
Efforts. I urge Americans of all faiths and religious traditions and
backgrounds to offer prayers for all those affected, including people who have
suffered harm or lost loved ones.
IN
WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fourteenth day of March, in
the year of our Lord two thousand twenty, and of the Independence of the United
States of America the two hundred and forty-fourth.
DONALD J. TRUMP
PS It would be good to continue praying!Gma
Search out for yourself other Scriptures that encourage not to fear but to be wise and Trust God!
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