Robert L. Hinshaw Poet Rhyme

An Election Year Prayer

Dear Lord, we pray for Your guidance in this election year.
May those we choose for office uphold the values we hold dear.
We've heard so many grand schemes, some difficult to perceive.
Father, we hardly know which of the candidates to believe.

We ask for discernment as we approach that sacred booth.
May electees put national interest above self and speak the truth.
May only honorable people represent the citizens they serve,
And with insightful vision our precious liberties preserve.

When facing tough decisions, may they seek counsel with You,
Praying for perception and wisdom in all that they do.
May they ever strive for peace and brotherhood among all nations,
Keeping in mind that their deeds will affect future generations.

We pray that our legislators will cast all bickering aside,
And that a spirit of goodwill and reason will truly abide.
May leaders surround themselves with advisors true and sage,
That they may reason together in this very demanding age.

When facing matters of principle, may they take a moral stand.
May they always look to You and heed your guiding Hand.
Help them to recognize that Divine guidance should never be ignored
As the Psalmist said, "Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord!"

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Danny Derden June 25, 2025 at 2:50 PM Ahhhh, I am a firm believer in the power of prayer, however I fear that America has left God's grace far behind. As to the vote, well this past election was the first time in my life I left the booth and thought I was going to get sick...I'll leave it at that.

Gershon Wolf November 14, 2022 at 6:22 PM This is a prayer we really need in our country, Bob. At least Mike Pence takes your words seriously. Do any others? Hard to tell. ~ An MP for President Man

Panagiota Romios November 3, 2022 at 3:42 PM An outstanding write, Bob! There are many lines I like… The last line….nailed it for me. As I wrote you earlier, even if evil men or women win..or liars and deceivers, God gives mankind free will. In the end, we all will be judged. My prayers match yours. Pangie Robert L. Hinshaw November 3, 2022 at 4:56 PM Thank you, Pangie. Maybe I'm stretching it a bit but it might be a good idea to post this poem above every voting booth in America. God help us vote for people who will get this nation back on track. I sense that we are floating around on a rudderless ship! Bob

Tom Cunningham November 3, 2022 at 11:24 AM I hope your prayers are answered Bob. Hope you're keeping well. Tom Robert L. Hinshaw November 3, 2022 at 2:44 PM Thank you, Tom - we need a real shake-up in leadership here. Seems like we are floating along in a rudderless ship. All OK here and hope all is well at your house - Bob H