A group of evangelical pastors gathered at the White House and prayed with US President Donald Trump, asking him to receive “divine wisdom” to lead the country in what they described as a difficult period.
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The moment took place in the Oval Office, where religious leaders from several US states gathered around the president, placed their hands on Trump's shoulders and offered prayers for his guidance. They asked God to give Donald Trump “wisdom” to make the best decisions while also requiring that his heart be filled with “power and clarity” in these “challenging times”, show baptistnews.com.
The moment became public through a video recently posted by the assistant to the president, who also holds the positions of deputy chief of staff at the White House and director of the Office of Presidential Personnel.
The images show several pastors laying hands on the president and praying for him. The prayer was led by Pastor Tom Mullins, who asked for divine help for the American leader. “We pray that wisdom from heaven will flood his heart and mind and Lord guide him through these difficult times we are going through today. I pray for Your grace and protection upon him”he said.
The pastor went on to ask for protection for the American military as well: “I pray for Your grace and protection over our troops and all the men and women who serve in our armed forces. And Father, we pray that you will give the president the power he needs to lead our great nation back to one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.”
Tense international context
The moment comes amid escalating conflict between the United States and Iran after Washington launched military operations against Tehran and attacks and retaliation continue in the region.
At the same time, the Trump administration is also facing domestic pressure over the Epstein documents, which have reignited political controversy in Washington.
