Monday, July 27, 2026
Prayer Focus: Pray for Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent; California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara; California Congressman Jay Obernolte; California State Senator Shannon Grove; California Assemblymember Heath Flora; and citizen journalists throughout San Luis Obispo County.
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Local (Community): Pray for citizen journalists in San Luis Obispo County and California Congressman Jay Obernolte (R-23).
(Editor’s Note: San Luis Obispo County, located along California’s Central Coast, is home to approximately 285,000 residents. The county includes communities such as San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles, Atascadero, Arroyo Grande, Grover Beach, Pismo Beach, Morro Bay, Cambria, Los Osos, Templeton, and Nipomo. Its economy is supported by agriculture, tourism, higher education, wine production, and small businesses. Representative Jay Obernolte, 54, is a Republican representing California’s 23rd Congressional District, which includes portions of the High Desert, eastern San Bernardino County, and surrounding communities. He serves on the House Committee on Appropriations.)
Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13: “In this manner, therefore, pray: Our Father in heaven, Hallowed be Your name. Your kingdom come. Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread…” (NKJV)
Prayer: “Father, strengthen citizen journalists throughout San Luis Obispo County to pursue truth with integrity, accuracy, and fairness. Give them wisdom to verify facts, courage to report honestly, and humility to serve their communities faithfully. Grant Congressman Jay Obernolte discernment, wisdom, and sound judgment as he represents California’s 23rd Congressional District. May his leadership reflect integrity and a sincere commitment to those he serves.”
County/State: Pray for California State Senator Shannon Grove and California Assemblymember Heath Flora.
(Editor’s Note: State Senator Shannon Grove (R-12) represents California’s 12th State Senate District, serving portions of Fresno, Kern, Kings, and Tulare counties. A business owner and former member of the California State Assembly, she has focused on public safety, water, agriculture, veterans’ issues, and economic opportunity. Assemblymember Heath Flora (R-9) represents California’s 9th Assembly District, serving portions of San Joaquin, Stanislaus, and Calaveras counties. A former firefighter and local elected official, he has emphasized public safety, water resources, agriculture, and responsible fiscal stewardship.)
Scripture: 2 Chronicles 6:35: “then hear from heaven their prayer and their supplication, and maintain their cause” (NKJV)
Prayer: “Lord, grant State Senator Shannon Grove and Assemblymember Heath Flora wisdom that comes from above. Give them discernment as they consider legislation affecting California’s families, businesses, agriculture, education, public safety, and water resources. May they lead with integrity, pursue justice, and faithfully fulfill the responsibilities entrusted to them.”
Nation/Nations: Pray for Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent and California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara.
(Editor’s Note: Scott Bessent serves as the United States Secretary of the Treasury under President Donald J. Trump. The Department of the Treasury is responsible for managing the nation’s finances, economic policy, federal revenue, financial systems, and sanctions enforcement. Ricardo Lara serves as California’s Insurance Commissioner. As the state’s chief insurance regulator, he oversees California’s insurance marketplace, consumer protections, licensing, and enforcement of insurance laws.)
Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:15: “Now My eyes will be open and My ears attentive to prayer made in this place” (NKJV).
Prayer: “Heavenly Father, we lift up Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent and California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara before You. Grant them wisdom, integrity, discernment, and steadfastness as they carry out the responsibilities of their respective offices. Guide their decisions, strengthen them to serve faithfully, and help them act with humility and a commitment to the public good. May those entrusted with positions of authority seek wisdom, uphold justice, and contribute to the peace and well-being of our nation and state. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”