A Prayer For America

America, once free and strong,
you now are weak and it won't be long,
before you crumble from within,
unless you turn from grievous sin.
Lord, save this nation, make it great again.

God has been banished from our schools,
while society creates its own rules.
What's right is wrong, what's wrong is right,
and Satan is laughing with delight.
Lord, save this nation from its plight.

Corrupt leaders are in control.
They have no heart, they have no soul.
Our freedoms they're trying to steal away,
and we, like lambs, are led astray.
Lord, save this nation is what I pray.

Hatred and violence are on the rise.
Terrorists are plotting our demise.
Natural disasters have multiplied.
We need the Savior on our side.
Lord, save this nation from foolish pride.

God's word is clear, we must repent,
and turn away from evil intent.
We must embrace our Savior, Jesus,
then God will grant us favor and forgive us.
Lord, save this nation and restore us.

II Chronicles 7:14 

7/2/16
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July 9, 2016 at 7:56 PM
How absolutely true!. Very well written and expressed!
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July 16, 2016 at 11:35 AM
Thank you, Arlene!
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July 4, 2016 at 6:28 PM
Kim, yes we do need cleansing this world is getting very soiled. Hugs Eve
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July 16, 2016 at 11:34 AM
Thank you for stopping by, Eve! I appreciate your comment!
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July 3, 2016 at 8:27 AM
A standing Ovation my dearest, Kim! You have written so many truths the only thing I have to say is this: It is not only America, it is the entire world that needs healing and this can be provided by our Lord if we let Him lead the way! Excellent writing! A seven!
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July 4, 2016 at 3:48 PM
Yes, I realize the whole world is in need of prayer and healing. Thank you for your comment, Demetrios!
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July 4, 2016 at 3:36 PM
Yes, I realize the whole world is in need of prayer and healing. Thank you for your comment, Demetrios!
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July 2, 2016 at 5:39 PM
I am standing up and applauding! I could have written this, have written versions of it, because it echos my own thoughts and prayers. Such a great poem, truth laid out as clear as clear can be ... CayCay
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July 4, 2016 at 3:34 PM
Thank you so much, CayCay! I'm sure that many of us feel this way.
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