Wednesday, August 5, 2026
Prayer Focus: Pray for citizen journalists in Riverside County and California Congressman Darrell Issa (Republican, CA-48); California State Senator Kelly Seyarto and California State Assemblymember Bill Essayli; Secretary of Veterans Affairs Doug Collins and California Attorney General Rob Bonta.
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Local (Community): Pray for citizen journalists in Riverside County and California Congressman Darrell Issa (Republican, CA-48).
(Editor’s Note: Riverside County is home to approximately 2.5 million residents, making it one of California’s fastest-growing counties. The county seat is Riverside. The county includes rapidly expanding suburban communities, agricultural regions, logistics centers, military installations, and major transportation corridors that contribute significantly to California’s economy. Congressman Darrell Issa represents California’s 48th Congressional District, East County San Diego and the Temecula Valley, where issues including public safety, economic growth, border security, transportation, and support for local businesses remain important priorities.)
Scripture: Proverbs 12:22 — “Lying lips are an abomination to the Lord, But those who deal truthfully are His delight.” (NKJV)
Prayer: Prayer: “Father, raise up faithful citizen journalists throughout Riverside County who pursue truth with wisdom, integrity, fairness, and courage. Bless Congressman Darrell Issa with discernment as he serves the people of California’s 48th Congressional District. Grant him wisdom to uphold justice, protect liberty, encourage responsible stewardship, and promote policies that strengthen families, businesses, and local communities. May Your truth guide every decision and every report.”
County/State: Pray for California State Senator Kelly Seyarto and California State Assemblymember Bill Essayli.
(Editor’s Note: Senator Kelly Seyarto, Republican, represents California’s 32nd Senate District, serving portions of Riverside County. His district includes growing suburban communities where public safety, wildfire preparedness, transportation, water resources, and economic development are important legislative concerns. Assemblymember Bill Essayli, Republican, represents California’s 63rd Assembly District in Riverside County. His legislative priorities have included public safety, educational opportunity, government accountability, and protecting constitutional rights.)
Scripture: James 3:17 — “But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, willing to yield, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality and without hypocrisy.” (NKJV)
Prayer: “Lord Jesus, grant Senator Kelly Seyarto and Assemblymember Bill Essayli wisdom, humility, and steadfast resolve as they serve the people of California. Guide them to pursue justice, demonstrate compassion, govern with integrity, and enact policies that strengthen families, businesses, education, public safety, and the future of our state.”
Nation/Nations: Pray for Secretary of Veterans Affairs Doug Collins and California Attorney General Rob Bonta.
(Editor’s Note: Doug Collins serves as the United States Secretary of Veterans Affairs in the administration of President Donald J. Trump, overseeing the nation’s largest integrated health care system and programs serving America’s veterans and their families. California Attorney General Rob Bonta serves as the state’s chief law enforcement officer in Gov. Gavin Newsom’s administration, representing the people of California in legal matters, enforcing state laws, protecting consumers, safeguarding civil rights, and supporting public safety throughout the state.)
Scripture: Proverbs 11:3 — “The integrity of the upright will guide them, But the perversity of the unfaithful will destroy them.” (NKJV)
Prayer: “Heavenly Father, grant Secretary Doug Collins wisdom as he leads the Department of Veterans Affairs and serves those who have sacrificed for our nation. Bless California Attorney General Rob Bonta with discernment, integrity, and sound judgment as he fulfills his constitutional responsibilities on behalf of the people of California. Give both leaders hearts that seek justice, wisdom that serves the public faithfully, and humility to recognize their dependence upon You. May Your favor rest upon our nation and our state as they lead.”
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