TBT - Texas National Day Of Prayer
On this Throwback Thursday, I’m remembering the Texas National Prayer Breakfast, which was held in Austin in May. Greg and I both attended – Greg delivered remarks and I led the attendees in prayer.
In May, Greg also declared May 7, 2015, to be A Day of Prayer in Texas. Here is the text of his declaration:
Throughout our nation's history, prayers have been offered by every generation of
Americans. During times of strength and times of weakness, in moments of joy and moments of despair, America has prayed, seeking repentance, giving thanks and asking for guidance and grace.
ln 1775, the Continental Congress asked the colonies to join in prayer, seeking wisdom as they faced the responsibility and opportunity of building a new nation. Years later, during a time of national turmoil, President John Adams declared “a day of solemn humiliation, fasting and prayer” and asked citizens of all faiths to pray for America’s protection from danger. Later, as civil war tore our young country apart, President Abraham Lincoln proclaimed a day of national fasting and prayer, saying “it behooves us...to humble ourselves before the offended Power, to confess our national sins, and to pray to the God that made us.”
Today, Americans continue in the tradition of our forefathers by recognizing the power of prayer in our lives and cherishing our right to pray freely. Since President Harry Truman signed a joint resolution creating a day of prayer in 1952, one day each year is dedicated to national supplication.
At this time, I encourage Texans of faith to come together in prayer, acknowledging God's glory, seeking His promise and offering ow gratitude for our many blessings.
Therefore, I, Greg Abbott, Governor of Texas, do hereby proclaim May 7, 2015, to be A Day of Prayer.