Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry Declares July a ‘Month of Prayer’
Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry has declared a “Month of Prayer” for Louisiana in July, making the announcement on social media on July 1.
“Proud to declare July a Month of Prayer here in Louisiana!” the governor wrote before quoting Matthew 18:20, which says, “For where two or three are gathered together in my Name, there am I in the midst of them.”
The governor issued a proclamation coinciding with his announcement, which lists many reasons for the month of prayer. It states:
- “Whereas, the founders of our nation and state relied on the guidance and blessing of Almighty God;
- “Whereas, the values found in Scripture including love they neighbor, justice, and personal responsibility remain foundational to a free and thriving society;
- “Whereas, Louisiana has been richly blessed, yet we continue to face challenges such as destruction, violence, broken families, and threats to our values and way of life;
- “Whereas, the strength of Louisiana lies not only in our resources, but in the character, faith, and resilience of our people;
- “Whereas, we recognize that healing, unity, and lasting change require not only sound policy but also divine guidance and moral renewal;
- “Whereas, we humbly seek the mercy of God, asking for strength in our families, integrity in our institutions, and peace in our communities.
“Now, therefore, I, Jeff Landry, Governor of Louisiana, do hereby proclaim July 2025 as a Month of Prayer,” the proclamation declares, with the governor adding,
You can read the full proclamation below:
Gov. Landry’s proclamation is undoubtedly a good thing. His focus on prayer this month is perhaps providential – with horrific floods in Texas having killed at least 119 people – including many young children.
The governor sent 14 Swift Water Rescue personnel to Texas to assist in the ongoing flood response.
“Louisiana will always answer the call to help our neighbors in need. Our first responders are among the best in the nation, and these men and women will always step up when disaster strikes,” Gov. Landry said in a statement. “Louisiana stands with Texas, and we are committed to doing whatever it takes to assist in their recovery.”
Our nation has a long history of imploring God’s help during times of need.
President George Washington issued the very first Thanksgiving Day Proclamation on October 3, 1789, designating November 26, 1789, as the first National Day of Thanksgiving.
“It is the duty of all Nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God, to obey his will, to be grateful for his benefits, and humbly to implore his protection and favor,” Washington wrote.
During the Civil War, former President Abraham Lincoln issued a Thanksgiving Day Proclamation on October 3, 1863, encouraging Americans to set aside November 26 for prayer and thanksgiving.
Recounting the many blessings the nation enjoyed – even amidst the war – Lincoln wrote, “No human counsel hath devised nor hath any mortal hand worked out these great things. They are the gracious gifts of the Most High God, who, while dealing with us in anger for our sins, hath nevertheless remembered mercy.”
We thank Gov. Landry for his crucial call to prayer. Please join us in praying for our nation, and for the families reeling from loss and devastation in Texas.
Related articles and resources:
A Hopeful View of America’s Future
The D-Day Prayer Offered by Over One Hundred Million People
Tennessee Proclamation Calls for 31 Days of Prayer and Fasting
President Lincoln’s Thanksgiving Proclamation Reminds Us to Give Thanks
The Christian History of Thanksgiving in America
Let’s Not Omit God from the National Day of Prayer
Presidential Prayers: Turning to God in Times of Need
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