Psalm 72:15-16

Long may he live; may gold of Sheba be given to him! May prayer be made for him continually, and blessings invoked for him all the day! May there be abundance of grain in the land; on the tops of the mountains may it wave; may its fruit be like Lebanon; and may people blossom in the cities like the grass of the field!

Lord, You have instructed me to pray for the leaders of this nation but I have not been obedient and faithful. Forgive me, but more important, reform and transform me so that I will be in continuous prayer for those whom You have placed in authority over me.

I pray for your salvation for those who do not know you; that they will enter into submission to You and to Your rule. For those who claim to be followers of You, I pray for wisdom and for a willingness to hear and obey Your word.

Today's readings in the Psalms:

Morning: Psalm 67

Mid-day: 119:1-8

Evening: Psalm 143