[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 102 (Thursday, July 17, 1997)]
[Senate]
[Page S7623]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]

                                 prayer

  The guest Chaplain, Rev. Michael N. Higgs, LINC Ministries, Canby, 
OR, offered the following prayer:
  Let us pray together:
  Almighty God, Creator of the universe, Sovereign and Supreme Ruler 
over our Nation, we thank You today for the gifts of life and liberty, 
and for the many blessings we and our country have received from Your 
hand. Along with the 22,000 students here this week for Youth For 
Christ's D.C. '97 Youth Evangelism Super Conference, I thank You for 
the privilege of interceding on behalf of those You have appointed to 
lead our Nation. We acknowledge Your sovereignty in the affairs of all 
nations, as well as Your divine appointment of all in positions of 
authority. We thank You for all the Senators, for the unique gifts, 
talents, and abilities You have given them. May they utilize them today 
and each day in a way that pleases You and blesses our Nation. As they 
confront the problems, challenges and opportunities that our country 
faces, give them the wisdom to make decisions with justice, mercy, and 
compassion. Grant them insight and inspiration as they face 
difficulties and obstacles; give them not only success in their 
endeavors, but also joy in the journey as they serve You and our 
country. And as they represent a generation of youth who are searching 
for leadership marked by moral and ethical integrity, give them the 
faith and courage to do what is right in Your eyes, to honor You in 
their speech and conduct, and to act in a manner that will attract Your 
blessing to our Nation and ensure a righteous legacy for our young 
people. We pray this in faith, in the name of Jesus and for His glory. 
Amen.

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