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WalletHub wrote an article entitled "Most Sinful Cities in America in 2026". They compared 182 cities using 7 major categories broken down by 38 indicators for illicit behavior. Four of the cities are in San Bernardino County: San Bernardino, Ontario, Rancho Cucamonga and Fontana. Let's seek an awakening of God's people to pray, seek His face, unite in intercession and repentance on behalf of these sins. Let's believe for revival of lives transformed by the Holy Spirit which reform cities. Then if my people who are called by my name will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sins and restore their land - 2 Chronicles 7:14 Monday, June 29th - PRAYER FOCUS: Dirtiest City by Pollution Category Podcast Lawn Starter studied 303 of the most populated US cities to rank which made up the dirtiest based on 4 categories: pollution, living conditions, infrastructure, and consumer satisfaction. Six of the cities in San Bernardino County were reviewed San Bernardino, Ontario, Fontana, Victorville, Apple Valley & Rancho Cucamonga. Sadly, San Bernardino city ranked NUMBER 1 out of 303 cities as the dirtiest based on all four categories which is was last year as well. Why? “California cities in the Inland Empire, like San Bernardino, tie with the worst median air quality. The shipping industry is exploding in this region, with a freight corridor boasting over 4,000 warehouses and nearly 600,000 diesel-fueled trucks driving through the Inland Empire on a daily basis. Ontario ranked 5 same as last year; Fontana 19 up from 23; Victorville 30 up from 31; Rancho Cucamonga 121 up from 160 and Apple Valley 134 up from 172. San Bernardino & Fontana are in the top 10. Prayer points: County Supervisors who sit on the South Coast AQMD is the regulatory agency responsible for improving air quality; leaders on the Water districts: SBMWD serves San Bernardino & unincorporated cities; each major city has its own water district/leaders; officials overseeing Greenhouse/Gas emissions; more ways to help commuters spend less time, fuel and money commuting; smokers decrease. Friday, June 26th - Anger & Hatred by Assault, Robbery, Rape & Murder Podcast For the four cities analyzed here are their percentages: Assault – San Bernardino 3.6%; Ontario 2.9%; Fontana 2.2 & RC 1.9. Robbery – SB 1.3%; Ontario .93%; Fontana & RC .77%. Rape – Ontario .47%; RC .46%; SB .45%; Fontana .42%. Murder – SB .096%; Fontana .06%; Ontario .05%; RC .03%. Cities with highest percentage in each category. Assault [threatening behavior that makes someone reasonably fear they’re about to be physically harmed]– from 31% to above 8% Amboy, Cima, Ivanpah, Mountain Pass, Nipton, Baker, Kelso, Cadiz, Essex, Fenner, Goffs, Yermo, Daggett, Oro Grande, Trona, Hinkley Robbery [taking of personal property from the person or presence of another, against their will, by means of force or fear]– from 3.1% to above 2% Essex, Fenner, Goffs, Amboy, Cima, Ivanpah, Mountain Pass, Nipton, Yermo, Hinkley, Blue Jay, Dagget, Cedar Glen, Running Springs, Homestead Valley, Newberry Springs, Lucerne Valley. Rape [nonconsensual sexual penetration, classified as one of the most serious felonies under both federal and state law]– above .5% Cedar Glen, Green Valley Lake, Cedarpines Park, Big Bear City, Blue Jay, Big Bear Lake, Lake Arrowhead, Skyforest, Running Springs, Arrowbear, Wrightwood, Sugarloaf, Crestline, Oro Grande, Lucerne Valley, Hinkley, Fort Irwin, Mentone, Pinon Hills. Murder [unlawful killing of a human being with malice aforethought either by intention to kill or extreme recklessness that showed a complete disregard for whether anyone lived or died.] – above .1% Calico, Yermo, Edwards AFB, Amboy, Cima, Ivanpah, Mountain Pass, Nipton, Baker, Kelso, Cadiz, Essex, Fenner, Goffs, Dagget, Oro Grande, El Mirage, Hinkley, Muscoy, Pioneer Town, Fawnskin, Landers Thursday, June 25th - Anger & Hatred by Arson, Kidnapping & Animal Cruelty Podcast For the four cities analyzed here are their percentages: Arson – RC .2%; Ontario .19%; San Bernardino & Fontana .15%. Kidnapping – Ontario & Fontana .13%; San Bernardino & RC .12%. Animal Cruelty - RC .03%; Ontario, Fontana & San Bernardino .02% Cities with highest percentage of each category. Arson [burning or charring property on purpose, with malicious or fraudulent intent] – Between .32 & .29% Hinkley, Blue Jay, Amboy, Cima, Ivanpah, Mountain Pass, Nipton, Landers, Baker, Cadiz, Essex, Fenner, Goffs, Kelso, Homestead Valley, Mt. Baldy and Newberry Springs. Kidnapping [abducting someone and holding them captive:] – From .188 to .128% Kramer, Edwards AFB, Pinon Hills, Dagget, Oak Hills, Ontario, Pioneer Town, Lytle Creek, Big Bear City, Arrowbear, Running Springs, Phelan, Sugarloaf, Fontana, Hinkley, Searles Valley and Spring Valley Lake. Animal Cruelty [causing harm to an animal whether by purposeful action or neglect] – from .05 to .045% Oro Grande, Amboy, Cima, Ivanpah, Mountain Pass, Nipton, Baker, Kelso, Cadiz, Essex, Fenner, Goffs, Newberry Springs Wednesday, June 24th - Anger & Hatred Categories & Ranks Podcast Anger & Hatred – indicators used in this category include Violent Crimes per 1K residents; Sex Offenders per Capita; Aggravated Assault Offenses Known to Law Enforcement per 1K Residents; Bullying Rate; Hate-Crime Incidents per Capita; Hate Groups per Capita; Deaths due to Firearms per Capita; Number of Mass Shootings; Presence of Terrorist Attacks. San Bernadino ranked 20 last year 24; 2nd worst in California behind Oakland. Ontario moved up to 115 from 124; Rancho Cucamonga moved one to 141 from 142 and Fontana stayed at 163. Violent crimes include assault, robbery, rape and murder. San Bernardino had the highest of the 4 for Assault, Robbery & Murder and Ontario had the highest for rape. Let’s pray they will decrease over the next year. Prayer points: Crime decreases; crime grade improves, less violence, less property crime & lower drug crimes; gangs divide & decrease; Central Detention Center, San Bernardino City Jail, Central Valley Juvenile Detention & Assessment Center; Operation Consequences; public safety, Criminals, Prisons reformation by the transforming Gospel, deliverance from gangs & addictions. Tuesday, June 23rd - Jealousy from Theft, Burglary, & Vandalism Podcast Theft are Amboy, Cima, Cadiz, Mt. Pass, Nipton [all small towns] 93%; Baker 92%; Essex, Fenner & Goffs 90%;Yermo 51%; Dagget 45%; Hinkley 43%; Fawnskin 34%; Landers 33%; Homestead Valley & Kramer 32%; Blue Jay, Lenwood & Mt. Baldy 31%. Vehicle Theft above 7% include Amboy, Cima, Ivanpah, Mountain Pass, Nipton, Baker, Kelso, Cadix, Essex, Fenner, Goffs, Montclair. All but Montclair are very small towns. So the percentage can be higher due to population ratio. ID Theft: 1-4% include Amboy, Cima, Ivanpah, Mountain Pass, Nipton, Baker, Kelso, Cadiz, Essex, Fenner, Goffs, Wrightwood, Calico, Yermo, Fawnskin, Dagget, Blue Jay Burglary 10-27% include: Amboy, Cima, Ivanpah, Mountain Pass, Nipton, Baker, Kelso, Cadiz, Essex, Fenner, Goffs, Calico, Yermo, Hinkley, Trona. Vandalism 5-12% include: Amboy, Cima, Ivanpah, Mountain Pass, Nipton, Baker, Kelso, Cadiz, Essex, Fenner, Goffs, Blue Jay, Calico, Yermo, Hinkley, Trona, Fawnskin, Dagget Of the four cities analyzed for jealousy – San Bernardino 17.4% theft; Ontario 15%; Fontana 13.7% and RC 12.5%. Vehicle Theft – Ontario & San Bernardino 6.2%; RC 5.4%; Fontana 4.4%. Burglary – San Bernardino 3.8%; Ontario 3.3%; Fontana 2.4%; RC 2.1%. Vandalism – San Bernardino 3%; Ontario & Fontana 2.4%; RC 2.2%. ID Theft – Ontario .36%; Fontana, RC & San Bernardino .3%. Monday, June 22nd - Jealousy Indicators WalletHub analyzed thefts per 1K residents; Identity theft per capita; fraud and other complaints per capita. In the last 3 years all four cities got worse. San Bernardino worsened by going up from 84 last year to 69 this year. Ontario moved up from 120 last year to 103. Rancho Cucamonga was 129 now is 110. Fontana ranked 150 in 2024 and went up to 130. We need to pray and cover these communities and their surrounding cities. A hedge of protection from anyone moving to our county with wrong intentions. [Ps. 91] Intercession for those in gangs, cartel and terrorist groups. Good news & Prayer need: Several new operations took place to work on these crimes. Operation Grizzly a multi-agency operation targeting people in violation of parole, Fentanyl and money seized after investigation in Rancho Cucamonga, Four Colombian nationals were arrested for their alleged roles in an organized residential burglary crew that targeted homes across Southern California; Over 70 arrested, dozens of firearms seized in Southern California crime suppression operation; “Operation Firewall” leads to 101 arrests for child exploitation across San Bernardino County; Inland Empire Operation Volcano Nets 42 Arrests in a yearlong crackdown on online child sexual exploitation across the Inland Empire has ended with 42 arrests, wrapping up an expansive investigation into people accused of trading child sexual abuse material. This is just a few in the past months. Prayer points: Crime rates go down in all stealing categories in each city; outreaches that address stealing; sentences for thieves to work & payback what they stole to the victims; more graffiti laws in each community; citizens vote to ensure vandals fix, pay for, or paint over damaged items; task forces to find vehicles faster esp. for those selling parts for more evil; greater education for cybercrime preventions, more cyber PI experts to identify criminals; where there are no city council, county supervisors create teams to address the problems & prevention in the smaller cities Friday, June 19th - Vanity by Tanning Salons, Plastic Surgeries, Sex Reassignment What causes a person to use a tanning salon or get plastic surgery? Not always is it for vanity reasons; some people need plastic surgery due to scars, diseases, burns or car accident injuries. Vanity was the next category they studied by measuring # tanning salons and search interest for the top 5 plastic surgeries. Los Angeles & San Diego ranked #1 and 2 out of the 182 cities researched. San Bernardino moved down to 151 was 140 last year; RC moved up to 115 moved from last year 118, Ontario went down one to 160 last year 159; Fontana went down to 153 last year 146. Prayer needed: UCLA Health offers comprehensive Gender Health Program; Cedars-Sinai Medical Center features Transgender Surgery & Gender Health programs; Keck Medicine of USC offers holistic, multidisciplinary gender-affirming care; Scripps Health provides surgical procedures for transgender and nonbinary individuals. Praise report: Accessing gender-affirming surgery or medical interventions as a minor (under 19) in California has become highly restricted. Major healthcare providers, including Kaiser Permanente, Stanford Medicine, and Rady Children's Hospital, have paused medical treatments and surgical procedures for minors, citing federal pressures and evolving legal policies. Prayer points: People will be filled with an awe and reverence from the Lord, the fear of the Lord would be honored more than outward appearance, people would see their value in God more than in how they look, tanning salon owners/workers required to notify clients of potential harm from tanning beds i.e. cancer, premature aging, immune system compromised; plastic surgeons not push unnecessary/costly procedures; laws to protect minors from getting reassignment surgery; education of health issues on the surgery, exposure & expelled if done solely for the money, laws passed it can’t be done as a minor, more teachings on beauty skin deep by families and churches. Thursday, June 18th - Lust Measured by Tinder Searches & Teen Birth Rate About Tinder – most popular online dating app that finds singles who live locally; reputation as a hook up app, shows pictures profiles that you swipe right if you like, left if not interested. Requires a picture and short blurb about yourself including relationship goals. Most used by age 52% 18-29; 38% 30-49; 10% 50+. The teen birth rate continues to drop as with the state and national averages. For SBC it is now 12.4/1000 in 2024 and to 4.5/1000 for those 15-17 years old. Prayer Needed: California Planned Parenthoods 2024-25 statistics report. In it they say, Sexually Transmitted Infection [STI] Testing increased 30% last year. They tested 550,517 times and aborted 17, 315 babies. Additionally, they went to Sacramento to solicit help from legislators who helped to pass AB 2085—a bill that prohibits municipal interference in the development of new reproductive health care. As a result, they opened a new Planned Parenthood in Fontana. https://www.plannedparenthood.org/uploads/filer_public/fa/c4/fac43d91-9512-46aa-813b-c49d501918ee/c3annualreport_final_10302025.pdf Prayer points: People review apps for safety features before using, Christians pray before using an online dating app, higher standards required when using the apps [i.e. conservative pictures, nothing abusive, aggressive, immoral allowed in conversations]; apps used for sexual immorality would diminish in use; people delivered from sexual addictions, revival among those developing, promoting & using the apps, teen births continues to decrease in rate; abortions among teens decrease, more education on the option to adopt; increase promotion of abstinence before marriage at home, in school and at church. Wednesday, June 17th - Lust Indicators by Adult & XXX entertainment/events San Bernardino [SB] ranked 101 down from 99; Rancho Cucamonga [RC] ranked 106, up one from last year 107; Ontario ranked 140 stayed the same as last year, Fontana ranked 145, down from 141 last year! Indicators by reviewing number of Adult Entertainment establishments per capita including escort services, gentlemen’s clubs, etc. Erotic/Burlesque events per capita. Measures search interest for online XXX adult entertainment in the county. Adult Entertainment Establishments per Capita [escort services; gentlemen’s clubs, etc.] – San Bernardino [13+]; Ontario [9]; RC [9]; Fontana [11] [also Victorville, Rialto] Erotic/Burlesque Events per Capita – over next 2 months over 12+ events Google Search Interest Index for “XXX Entertainment [measures search interest for online adult entertainment] Prayer points: Less adult entertainment establishments replaced with a healthy business; people who own will get saved & change the business; people attending these place on ground or online will be convicted and delivered and set free; those who are victims from sex trafficking will be found, counseled, healed, released and find new edifying work, those who succumb to this work for the money will see its long term damage to multitudes; perpetrators get harsher penalties more than the prostituted. Tuesday, June 16th - Prayer Podcast Laziness HS Dropout & Unemployed Prayer points: Increase in grad rates, decrease in drop outs, ways to help students stay in school and be motivated, more intervention for those who drop out with disabilities; more parents take an active role in child’s education, those 16-24 able to find jobs and better work ethics, more teachings, Bible studies, family discussions on the benefits of working versus being lazy, break the stronghold of entitlement, pride and arrogance, more understanding of God’s love vs selfishness. Laziness – Total Points: 14.3 High School Dropout Rate: In SBC 2.6% dropped out county wide; San Bernardino 2.6%; Ontario 2.6%; Rancho Cucamonga 1.6%; Fontana 1.5%; Worst in county is Trona Joint Unified at 58.5%; Victor Valley Union High at 5.9%; Barstow Unified at 3.4%; Lucerne Valley Unified 3.1%. Disconnected Youth (16-24) Rate [not in school nor working] by city: San Bernardino unemployed 16.7%; No diploma 27%; 31% HS grad; 27% some college; 14% college degree. Ontario 4.1% unemployed; 24% no diploma; 27% HS grad; 22% some college; 25% college degree Rancho Cucamonga 3.4% unemployed; 8.5% no diploma; 19% HS grad; 25% some college; 47% college degree Fontana 4.2% unemployed; 23% no diploma; 28% HS grad; 23% 26% some college; college degree Monday, June 15th - Laziness: Amount Watching TV vs Volunteering Podcast Volunteer Rate: 30% formally volunteer, 40% fundraising, 34% food distribution. Top causes in order 1 to 6: hunger/homelessness, health/wellness; faith/spirituality; animal/wildlife, children/youth, environment/conservation. Avg. 52 hours/year; baby boomers' highest percentage; women more than men. Volunteers benefit with a stronger sense of unity, improved overall physical and mental health and aids to resume building. Avg. Daily Time Spent Watching TV by hours: By age group: 18-34 [1.37]; 35-49 [3.24]; 50-64 [5.43]; 65+ [7.14]; all adults 4.16 [FYI comparison interacts with smartphone avg. 3.30 hrs./day in addition to TV] Prayer points: More people would volunteer at churches, see its importance and value to the body of Christ; more education on why helping others benefits health emotionally, spiritually and mentally; increase in volunteers for good causes; opportunities to build relationships with people outside their comfort zone; the kindness, sacrifice and love displayed would improve communities, volunteers touted more in ads, movies, shows; church volunteers see it as every member being part of a family and all are needed; TV filters used; people would monitor what and how much they watch, is it redeeming the time. Scriptures: Lk. 6:38; Heb. 13:16; 2 Cor. 9:7; Rom. 12:2; Jms.4:4; Matt. 6:2; 1 Jn. 2;15 Friday, June 12th - Laziness involving Adults not Exercising & Avg. Weekly Hours Worked Share of Adults Not Exercising: SBC has a countywide campaign called Vision 2BActive; educating and encouraging people to increase their physical activity. In a typical week, youths 5-17 should be physically active at least 60 minutes/day; adults 30 moderate daily 5 days/week. Currently 34% of youths meet the goal and only 23.5% adults. Facts: 75% of SBC residents live within 1 mile of a local park, 5 miles from a regional, state or federal park. Average Weekly Hours Worked: National average is 34.6 hours/week; SBC averaged 35.5 for the last 12 months. Found average commuter time/week by city: San Bernardino [28.9 hrs]; Fontana [34 hrs]; Ontario [31.5]; Rancho Cucamonga [32.2]. Prayer points: more adults to exercise the minimum 30 minutes/day, motivate others to do the same including their family, address obesity and need to treat our temples well from home, church and studies, people would take up the 2Bactive challenge that SBC provides, people will walk more; use stairways, see the benefits, commuting time would lessen; more jobs available closer to their homes or move closer to jobs; teachings on how to balance work, family and body care; parks, trails, would be used more and safe. Thursday, June 11th - Excesses/Vices of Obesity, Fast Food & Caffeine Obesity - In 2024, 32.3% of adults in SBC were overweight and 36.5% were obese. Statewide, the proportion of adults who are overweight (33.0%) is slightly higher than in San Bernardino County, while the statewide rate of obesity (27.8%) is approximately nine percentage points lower than the San Bernardino County rate. In the past 10 years, from 2015 to 2024, there has been an increase in the proportion of San Bernardino County adults with obesity, while the percentage of overweight adults appears to be trending downward. Statewide there has been little change in rates of obesity and overweight. [Overweight & Obesity – San Bernardino County Community Indicators] Fast Food - There are 1,050 Fast Food Restaurants serving 2,121,220; that’s 1 per 2,020 people & 1 per 19 sq. miles. Top cities with most: Ontario 132; San Bernardino 99; Rancho Cucamonga 96; Fontana 95. Caffeine - Share of Adult Coffee Drinkers - how much is too much consumption in a day? More than 4 cups brewed coffee, 10 cans of cola or two "energy shot" drinks. Prayer points - all these statistics improve with less people overweight/obese; less fast-food establishments and more healthy options, moderation in coffee drinking no matter what form it’s taken. Scriptures: 1 Corinthians 10:31: "So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God." Proverbs 25:16: "If you find honey, eat just enough—too much of it, and you will vomit." Wednesday, June 10th - Excesses/Vices of Smoking & Poverty Podcast The next 2 indicators of a sinful city’s excesses and vices are smoking and debt-to-income ratios which demonstrate a poverty rate. Smoking cigarettes in California declined among adults in the last 5 years but increased in the number of youths who used other vices like hookah, e-cigarettes & vaping machines. In our county, Adult Smokers are 13% in SBC [increased by 2%]; CA avg 9%; US avg 15%, 18% high school students used e-cigarettes/vaping machine 1/x daily. The average poverty rate in CA is 17.7%. Nineteen cities in San Bernardino County are above 17.7% which is 11 less than last year praise the Lord! Those above 17.7% include the following from highest down: Daggett; Hinkley; Needles, Baker, Homestead Valley, Muscoy, Cedar Glen, Morongo Valley, Trona, Sugarloaf, Searles Valley, Barstow, Joshua Tree, Big Rivers, Landers, Pinon Hills, Victorville and Montclair. All four cities reviewed for excesses and vices in SBC went down in poverty levels!! - 9.92% Fontana; 12.4% Ontario; 18.6% San Bernardino; 8.01% Rancho Cucamonga. Prayer points: Continued education on the harms of smoking; more education on vaping to youth; decrease in number of adults/youth who smoke any type; churches find creative ways to not only feed the poor, but also help them learn how to manage their income; schools return to teaching budgets, community colleges offer classes on how to save/spend affordably; more teaching from pulpits on scriptural money management principles; people would take some of these poorest cities and pray for them for a month or year; of the 10 poorest cities 4 legalized cannabis distribution in all forms; for the city councils to see the correlation to poverty and use of it; find alternative ways to build their economy and income. Tuesday, June 9th - Excesses/Vices of Marijuana, Opioids & Drug Overdoses Podcast Cannabis: In San Bernardino County, 6 cities allow retail of cannabis; 18 cities prohibit retail; 4 cities allow distribution; 20 cities prohibit it; 5 cities allow manufacturing, cultivating & testing and 19 cities prohibit all three. The 3 cities that allow for all aspects are Adelanto, Barstow & Needles. Colton allows manufacturing & Testing only. San Bernardino city allows retail and limits distribution, manufacturing, cultivating & testing. Hesperia allows only retail for medical use only. Fontana limits the retail by storefront & delivery. Seven percent of CA population have a marijuana use disorder; 17.1% have a substance abuse disorder. In 2024 latest statistics, California had 9,028 drug overdose deaths, 61% were from opioid. Let’s pray for a continued decrease in the deaths/prescriptions and for those SBC cities who allow cannabis distribution to consider the effects cannabis has in their community and county. Prayer points: more education on risks/harms of MJ use; drug enforcement agencies able to crack down on illegal distribution of drugs esp. fentanyl, more people voice their opinions against drugs at city hall meetings boldness and courage to believers to speak up, more informed with data to prove the problems, prevention programs in churches, education in Christian schools about harms, more education on opioid addictions/risks, awaken people to the truth and set them free from the addictions, transformed lives by the gospel. Monday, June 8th Most Sinful Cities Prayer Focus - Excesses/Vices Drinking & DUIs Last year San Bernardino County had 6,404 DUI crashes considered a high-risk county; held the 5th position for most number of DUI crashes. Male drivers account for 75%; 21-34 year olds account for 50% of DUI fatalities There were 406 DUI fatalities. Excessive Drinking - By age alcohol use past month: 12-17 [6%]; 18-25 [45%]; 26+ [50%]; Binged alcohol past month: 12-17 [4%]; 18-25 [28% ]; 26+ [21% ]; drank alcohol 1-2x/week: 12-17 [47% ]; 18-25 [45% ]; 26% [49% ] Prayer points: more education about dangers & health risks of binge drinking; harder rules in colleges specifically CSUSB; Loma Linda University; Chaffey Community college; Victor Valley Community college; University of Redlands, tough love documentaries about DUI fatalities, victims injured to speak up or who lost a loved one; more on social media about it; less DUI fatalities; more law enforcement car checks; the freeway marquis to post about not drinking; that there is no tolerance when caught; MADD speaks to schools; more celebrate recovery groups open to the public Friday, June 5th - Anger/Hatred Fontana Prayer Podcast About City: Fontana ranked Ranks 137/180 most sinful cities overall improved from 134; 163/180 for anger/hatred improved from 154 last year; Overall crime grade is C-; violent crime C-; property crime D; other crime A-; top issues theft 14% Prayer points: drug crimes in Fontana decrease, crime grade improves, those selling, marketing, making and distributing the drugs be caught, sentences harsh enough to cause restraint of future crimes, confusion in the camps of gangs & cartel, South Fontana and Mexican Mafia prison gang La Eme decrease in size & power, Fontana Police Department ethical, just, wise and captures criminals, give them seeing eyes, motivated by law & justice not vengeance, balanced lives with family & work, integrity, more preventive programs, churches pray & help Thursday, June 4th - Anger/Hatred Rancho Cucamonga Prayer Podcast About City: Rancho Cucamonga ranks 131/180 cities overall it improve by one from last year and went from 139 to 142/180 for anger/hatred; crime grade overall C-; violent crime C; property D other B+; top issues theft at 13% and vehicle theft at >5%. Prayer Points: the truth of God’s word penetrates the hearts of those planning crimes, set free from sexual, drug and alcohol addictions, more firearms caught in Operation Rescue; more task force finds, decrease in property and vehicle theft, strong convictions and sentences that puts a fear in criminals, punishment worthy of the crime, reformation in prisons, churches/ministries pray for prisoners and have programs to help juveniles not become criminals, conflict management classes taught in prisons and schools, In RC: West Valley Detention Center, Superior Courthouse of CA in RC, judges, defense lawyers & prosecutors. Wednesday, June 3rd - Anger/Hatred Ontario Prayer Podcast About City: Ontario ranks 110/182 cities overall for most sinful was 115 last year; For anger/hatred category it ranked 115/180 was 124 last year. Both worsened. A crime occurs every 1 hour (on average); the overall crime grade is C-; violent C; property D+; other C. Top issues are 13% drug crimes; theft 12%; vandalism 7%; vehicle theft 6%. Pray for the Anger/Hatred Indicators to decrease: Violent Crimes; Sex Offenders; Aggravated Assault; Bullying; Hate-Crime & groups; Deaths due to Firearms; no Mass Shootings; no Terrorist Attacks Prayer Points [control anger]: salvation, deliverance, holding their tongue, self-control, slow to anger, stop arguing, quick to listen to understand, quiets contention, crime grade improves, drug crimes decrease, Ontario Police Department, Drug task forces: Inland Empire Clandestine Lab, Inland Regional Narcotic Enforcement, Drug Enforcement, High-Intensity Drug Trafficking, Ontario City jail, Prison Fellowship, Kairos, Jesus is the Key prison ministries. [Prov. 14:16; 15:4; 15:18; 16:32; 19:11; 29:11; James 1:19; Eph. 4:30-31 Tuesday, June 2nd - Anger/Hatred San Bernardino Prayer Podcast Info: Ranked 41 out of 182 and got worse by 6 spots since 2025. Ranked the 3rd most sinful city in CA. For anger/hatred category, the city worsened since last year from 24 to 20. Major problem areas drug crimes 42% very high for county and state. Pray about: Crime decreases in violence, sex offenders, aggravated assault, bullying, hate-crime, hate groups, firearm deaths, mass shootings, terrorism; crime grade improves, less violence, less property crime & lower drug crimes; gangs divide & decrease; Central Detention Center, San Bernardino City Jail, Central Valley Juvenile Detention & Assessment Center; Operation Consequences; public safety, Criminals, Prisons reformation by the transforming Gospel, deliverance from gangs & addiction, Fatherhood programs succeed and increase, The Mom and Dad Project grow & graduate parents via court orders. Repent/Scriptures: uncontrolled anger, revenge, bitterness, offenses, malice, slander, obscene talk, quick-tempered, quarreling, act before thinking, hating anyone [ Psalm 37:8; Eph. 4:26-27; James 1:20; Col. 3:8; Prov. 14:29; 1 Tim. 2:8; Ps. 4:4; 1 Jn. 3:1] Monday, June 1st - Introduction to Prayer Focus on Most Sinful Cities in So. Cal & SBC Prayer podcast Sources: Most Sinful Cities in America in 2026; Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, County Health Rankings & Roadmaps, National Transportation Research Nonprofit (TRIP), Numbeo, Other LawnStarter Studies, Salvage-Parts.com, Texas A&M Transportation Institute, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Department of Energy, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency; Three California Cities Rank Among The 'Dirtiest' In America - NewsBreak

Scriptures and prayers for all 50 states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the U. S. Virgin Islands from the hearts of National Day of Prayer Task Force State Coordinators “Tell of His glory among the nations, His wonderful deeds among all the peoples.” 1 Chronicles 16:24 NASB Linked Podcasts below | Resources Listed at end | Post a prayer in the Comment Section MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 3/30 Introduction 3/31 Puerto Rico & Virgin Islands 4/1 Maine & Massachusetts 4/2 Rhode Island & New Hampshire 4/3 Vermont & Connecticut 4/6 New York & New Jersey 4/7 Delaware & Maryland 4/8 Washington DC & Pennsylvania 4/9 Virginia & North Carolina 4/10 South Carolina & West Virginia 4/13 Ohio & Florida 4/14 Georgia & Michigan 4/15 Kentucky & Indiana 4/16 Alabama & Tennessee 4/17 Wisconsin & Illinois 4/20 Mississippi & Louisiana 4/21 Missouri & Arkansas 4/22 Minnesota & Iowa 4/23 Kansas & Nebraska 4/24 Oklahoma & Texas 4/27 South Dakota & North Dakota 4/28 Wyoming & Colorado 4/29 New Mexico & Utah 4/30 Montana & Arizona 5/1 Idaho & Nevada 5/4 California 5/5 Washington & Oregon 5/6 Alaska & Hawaii 5/7 National Day of Prayer Unity among all Americans 5/8 Day 1 Rededicate America Safety 5/11 Day 2 Rededicate America Speakers 5/12 Day 3 Rededicate America Worship/Pillars 5/13 Day 4 Rededicate America Equipment & Vendors 5/14 Day 5 Rededicate America Travel & Attendees 5/15 Day 6 Rededicate America Daniel's Prayer 5/18 Day 7 After Rededicate America Thankful 5/19 2026 Presidential Prayer & Message 5/20 Prayer for Families 5/21 Praying for Education 5/22 Prayer for Military 5/25 Memorial Day Observance 5/26 Prayer for Media 5/27 Prayer for Government 5/28 Prayer for Businesses 5/29 Prayer for Churches Resources: NDP_2026States.pdf Home - National Day of Prayer Task Force Rededicate 250 7-Days-of-Prayer-FINAL.pdf America Reads The Bible | Join the Movement Now 50 US States Archives - The Fact File Praying for Families - National Day of Prayer Task Force Praying for Education - National Day of Prayer Task Force Praying for the Military - National Day of Prayer Task Force Praying for the Media - National Day of Prayer Task Force Praying for the Government - National Day of Prayer Task Force Praying for Businesses - National Day of Prayer Task Force Praying for Churches - National Day of Prayer Task Force

One of the seven major US cultural influences in society is arts, entertainment and sports. Much money, time, talk and resources revolve around them. As with anything, we need to be careful to redeem the time.  Like Paul warned in Ephesians [5:15-16] ... Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil.” March 27th - Most Dangerous Sports Part 2 Podcast: Praying for those who choose to participate and those that are trying to improve the protection with better equipment and education #8 Boxing fighters endure hundreds of blows to the head during careers, accumulating damage that leads to chronic traumatic brain injuries. #9 Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) combines striking, grappling, and submissions, creating a diverse array of injury mechanisms. 10. Heli-skiing drops skiers into remote, avalanche-prone backcountry terrain far from immediate rescue. #11 Cave Diving combines the dangers of underwater exploration with confined spaces and no direct route to the surface. #12 Horse Racing jockeys ride at speeds up to 40 mph face catastrophic falls when horses stumble, collide, or clip heels. #13 Street Luge riders lie flat on their backs while descending steep roads at speeds exceeding 80 mph, just inches from the pavement. #14 Rode o competitions beyond bull riding, rodeo events like saddle bronc riding, bareback bronc riding, and steer wrestling involve large, powerful animals in unpredictable situations. #15Downhill Mountain Biking racers cycle down mountainsides at speeds over 40 mph on technical terrain filled with rocks, roots, drops, and jumps creates numerous crash opportunities.  Prayer Points : safety, technology & training improve protection, consideration if this is the right sport for the person, more education before trying the sport, not intoxicated while attempting, ample practice and safety gear, salvation, gambling stopped, review if God wants them to participate, count the costs, enough news coverage to prevent others from trying. Source: 15 Most Dangerous Sports Ranked by Real-Life Risk - Sporthiatus March 26th - Most Dangerous Sports Part 1 Podcast: Praying for sport participants, laws to protect or prevent harm, more education and news to stop future dangers Number 1  is BASE   jumping , [Buildings, Antennae, Spans (bridges), and Earth (cliffs) jumpers use one parachute from low altitudes leaving less time to correct malfunctions or deploy a backup . #2  – High-altitude mountaineering , climbing peaks above 26K feet in an oxygen deprivation zone. #3 Wingsuit Flying  -  at more than 120mph, gliding close to cliff faces and terrain, greatly increasing risk.  #4  – Free solo climbing eliminates all protective equipment, no ropes, no harnesses, no safety nets. #5 – Bull riding  pits humans against 1,800-pound animals bred for power and unpredictability. #6 – Motorcycle racing  navigates narrow public roads at speeds exceeding 200 mph, with stone walls, buildings, and curbs mere inches from racing line. #7 Big Wave Surfing  tackles waves 60-100 feet high combines drowning risk with the force of tons of water crashing down. Prayer points: safety, protection, consideration if this is the right sport for the person, more education before trying the sport, not intoxicated while attempting, ample practice and safety gear, salvation, gambling stopped, review if God wants them to participate, count the costs, enough news coverage to prevent others from trying. Source: 15 Most Dangerous Sports Ranked by Real-Life Risk - Sporthiatus March 25th - Competitive Dancing Podcast: Praying for people in dancing competitions to stay safe physically, mentally and spiritually. Prayer points: pressures to win; relationship issues within groups or competitors, mental health awareness, music with good morals, safety, practice with boundaries, how much time necessary before making moves that can harm the body, dance moves fun and entertaining with modesty, coaches that help choreograph creative challenges coupled with ample stretching, healthy competitions, no violent behavior, drugs or alcohol allowed to ensure the dancers’ protection; environments where held have substantial security in place. Personal challenge: According to Harvard Health Dancing is an excellent, full-body workout that significantly improves cardiovascular health, boosts cognitive function, and enhances balance and strength. The next time you watch a dancing competition or hear of one, take a moment to pray for those involved. Or consider participating in dancing for your health. March 24th - Board Games Podcast: Praying people use spiritual discernment when purchasing new games and/or playing ones, they have using the WWJD test Prayer points: developers, marketers, manufacturers, distributors, players, games have positive messages, good role models with godly standards, healthy diverse representation for target group, minimal to no scariness and violence, no sex, nudity and romance that is healthy, no profanity, no drinking, drugs, or smoking, what is it trying to sell in the game other products, if so are they for good or evil, educational value involved, clear age restrictions and recommendations. Personal challenge: To test your discernment, check out this website Browse Board Games | BoardGameGeek  that ranks by user ratings on how much they would be willing to play the game.  Try looking at the top 15. Which of those would you consider playing? Does it pass the “Would Jesus approve this game test?” Why or why not? Is this appropriate for children or adults? Resource: How We Rate and Review | Common Sense Media March 23rd - At School & Community K-12 Sports Podcast: Praying those who play any kind of sport in K-12 in school or in the community learn how to be team players, better citizens and healthier students. Prayer points/scriptures: Competition healthy; Sports safety; Parents/Players realistic; Spectators supportive; build team skills, become better citizens, enforces healthy active habits, protection from bystanders, coaches and umpires rule and work collaboratively, realistic expectations from families, spectators, team and coaches Personal Challenge: Next time you see or hear K-12 playing a sport, stop and take a moment to pray for all those involved with making it happen March 20th - Video Games Part 2 [Controlled vs Self-Controlled] Podcast: Praying players & parents would create margins of play based on the pros/cons Prayer points/scriptures: Time – how much spending? Is it best use of time? Is time wasted? Make the most of every opportunity in these evil days. Don’t act thoughtlessly but understand what the Lord wants you to do . [ Eph. 5:16-17 ] Content – Would Jesus play this with me? Why or why not? Does it help or hinder a person’s walk with the Lord? Could you play this around children?  I will refuse to look at anything vile and vulgar. I hate all who deal crookedly; I will have nothing to do with them . [ Ps. 101:3 ] Boundaries – What type of margins should one apply for costs, time, who to play with? If sitting, for how long for your health? [Refer to 1 Cor. 6:12] Personal Challenge : Honestly answer the following questions before playing: Will it edify or entertain me? Am I  obeying self-will or God’s will? Does the game glorify God? Will playing result in good works? Does it help me exhibit self-control? While playing, does it redeem the time? Does it pass Phil. 4:8 frisk test? Will playing fit in with your life goals? Does it help give an eternal focus? March 19th - Superbowl & Halftime Podcast: Praying for the Super Bowl & Halftime Shows Prayer points/scriptures: Teams –for Christian athletes to be bold in sharing their faith with godly behavior & not fall prey to temptations; for Chaplains to reach the non-believers for Christ; for their salvation; open doors; open hearts. Hold to high standards in behavior before/after the game. [Romans 1:16]. Viewers – behave respectfully, praise the players who demonstrate good sportsmanship i.e. helping opponent off the ground; giving team glory when a win is made; not yelling at refs; take the opportunity to share their faith with those they are watching with; filter what they watch before game; commercials & during half-time. [1 John 2:15-17]. Performers : Pray for God inspired songs to move the audiences/teams; for lewd songs/actions to stop; for patriotism to be highlighted; the pregame doesn’t hype people to do evil; postgame events; salvation of the performers. [Ps. 101:2-4]. Athletes in Action hosts a breakfast before the game; pray for the gospel to be shared; able to encourage other athletes to join; for speakers to honor God and share their faith boldly; for the organization to reach their dream to see Christ-followers on every team, in every sport, in every nation and able to help athletes find a relationship with Jesus and use their platform to make a difference in the world. [Matt. 28:19-20] Personal Challenge: If you plan to watch the game, pray in advance to avoid the temptations from the performances, commercials and game upsets.  Ask God how you can be a good model of Christ, if watching it with others.  If you aren’t watching it, pray for people to not imbibe in ungodly behavior and for believers to be bold in witnessing their faith on the field. March 18th - Video Games [To Play or Not to Play] Part 1 Podcast : Praying for ESRB, Ratings, Categories, Developers to have Higher Standards Prayer points/scriptures: Entertainment Software Rating Board [ESRB]; Ratings: EC; E; 10+; T; M; A; RP; Rating Categories: Use of Substances; Blood/gore & Violence : 1 Peter 3:9  Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult. On the contrary, repay evil with blessing, because to this you were called so that you may inherit a blessing.; Hosea 4:2   2  There is only cursing, lying and murder, stealing and adultery; they break all bounds, and bloodshed follows bloodshed. Humor : Proverbs 17:22 -  A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones. And Ephesians 5:4 - 4  Nor should there be obscenity, foolish talk or coarse joking, which are out of place, but rather thanksgiving.; Language : Colossians 3:8 - But now you must also rid yourselves of all such things as these: anger, rage, malice, slander, and filthy language from your lips Gambling:   1 Timothy 6:10  - For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evils. It is through this craving that some have wandered away from the faith and pierced themselves with many pangs. Nudity & Sexuality:  “But among you there must not be even a hint of sexual immorality, or of any kind of impurity, or of greed, because these are improper for God’s holy people.” ( Ephesians 5:5 )   Game Developers & Those Rating the Games : Ps. 11:5 The Lord examines both the righteous and the wicked. He hates those who love violence. Personal Challenge : Review the categories above used by the ESRB to rate video games.  Which ones should you not play if they have those elements? Do you play video games to compete with others or individually? Is there anything in it that Jesus would not watch? How much time is it taking? Are you addicted? Ask the Holy Spirit to reveal whether you are following His lead or for selfish pleasure? March 17th - Next Most Watched Sports Part 2 Podcast :   Praying for Main Sports Watched in the US – time, money, relationships led by God Prayer Points/Scriptures: Owners – protect their staff/teams; not cut costs leading to dangers; not love money; healthy business deals, high standards. [ 1 Timothy 6:10 ]  ; Advertisers – cleaner ads especially at major events watched by so many; more moral standards [ Isaiah 5:20 ]   Players – safety, play ethically, high integrity, avoid enhancing drugs, build camaraderie, family time [ Ps. 25:21 ] ; Spectators – healthy rivalry, not idolize, avoid arguments over best team, time balanced with family, friends & God. [ 2 Timothy 2:23-25   ESV] ; Team staff – consider safety not just winning; build team spirit, encourage self-control in practice and play, build morale & character; same standards expected for all players [ Proverbs 25:28   ESV] March 16th - Secular Film Industry Podcast: Podcast: Praying for secular film industry staff, content and influence Prayer Points/Scriptures [NLT]: Staff – saved, delivered from evil, set free from addictions, higher standards, better morals, transformation and reformation in the industry [Col. 3:17 & 2 Cor. 5:17] Content – better material, family friendly, inspirational, thoughtful, provoke to good behavior, documentaries that inform without inciting violence, healthier scripts, clean humor, creative ideas that foster better citizenry, less sensational, more educational; responsibility to help not harm people nor children [Prov. 17:22; Luke 17:2] Influence –  less images of violence, murders, accidents, blood, gore, stabbings, disturbing images, sexual situations; viewers recognize real from fiction; monitor quantity and quality of films; aware how it impacts sleep, dreams, feelings, mental health, fears; more so in children Ps. 101:3a; 2 Tim. 1:7; Prov. 3:31 Personal Challenge : Next time you choose a film; stop before watching, pray you will turn off anything that is offensive to God and then pray for those who made the film. March 13th - Sports Top Watched Part 1 Podcast : Praying for Main Sports Watched in the US – time, money, relationships led by God Prayer Points/Scriptures: Owners – protect their staff/teams; not cut costs leading to dangers; not love money; healthy business deals, high standards. [ 1 Timothy 6:10 ]   Advertisers – cleaner ads especially at major events watched by so many; more moral standards [ Isaiah 5:20 ]   Players – safety, play ethically, high integrity, avoid enhancing drugs, build camaraderie, family time [ Ps. 25:21 ] Spectators – healthy rivalry, not idolize, avoid arguments over best team, time balanced with family, friends & God. [ 2 Timothy 2:23-25   ESV] Team staff – consider safety not just winning; build team spirit, encourage self-control in practice and play, build morale & character; same standards expected for all players [ Proverbs 25:28   ESV] Personal Challenge : Do you watch any of the most preferred sports in the US? If so, how much do you spend in watching, betting, or buying sports team paraphernalia? How much time do you spend viewing it? Ask the Lord to show you if it’s crowding out time with Him or those you love and/or spending more money than you have? Check out How should a Christian view sports / athletics? | GotQuestions.org .  March 12th - Secular & Christan Concerts Podcast : Praying for more Christian concerts that glorify the Lord and build community and more secular concerts take necessary precautions to protect those in attendance Prayer Points: Christian concerts: promotion of the gospel, people give their life to the Lord, intimate gatherings creates a community, inspires, edifies, encourages, unity, messages that challenge, not just entertainment, safety from outsiders with ill intentions. Secular concerts: safety, more signage to prevent stampedes, blocking, risky behavior, drugs not allowed and sufficient guards to prevent it, minors not allowed to drink alcohol, no open sex allowed, more manageable size audiences.  More parents and attendees are aware of the potential dangers at a concert, especially the longer and larger ones. More Christian groups would be able to pray over the concerts or be at exhibits to share the gospel. March 11th - Auto Speedways & Motocross Raceways Sports Podcast : Praying for Fans, Racers, Tracks & Ministries of Auto & Motocross racing Prayer Points Drivers  – salvation, Christians model Christ well & with integrity/purity; able to overcome temptations; safety when driving; their pit crew & helpers safe & alert Fontana Auto Club Speedway  – continues to be free to televise & say the invocation; the cross remains the center of the activities; safety to fans/track staff; gospel shared boldly; fans won’t idolize instead appreciate talent, skill & courage San Bernardino Stock Care Speedway  – safety to all racing & supporting the race on tracks; alcohol restrictions before/during/after races Motocross Glen Helen Raceway  – extra precautions for those on the bikes, enforcement of safety gear, dirt prepared properly; orderly conduct on/off the track; prohibition to drugs and alcohol before/during/after the race Christian Race Ministries  – Racing with Jesus  & Beyond Checkered Flags Personal Challenge : If you attend or watch any of these types of races, pick a team to pray for.  If you do not, consider choosing one of the raceways to cover in prayer. Marth 10th - Christian Music, Film, Theater, Sports Celebrities Podcast : Praying for Christian celebrities: musicians, athletes, actors & actresses [Let their light shine & Protect them from Compromising their Faith] Prayer Points/Scriptures: Key Resources & Communities for Christian Actors [Rom. 1:16; Col. 3:23-24] Christian Entertainment Guild (CEG):  A ministry-focused organization, offering mentorship, community, and training for media professionals; JCFilms Studios:  A large, active community focused on producing and casting independent faith-based films; Christian Casting Community:  A Facebook group and platform ( ChristianCasting.com ) that connects actors with faith-based projects; Association of Christian Actors:  A community for actors, writers, and filmmakers, providing support, prayer, and networking; Christian Media Association: Equipping and networking Christian Filmmakers, Storytellers and Communicators around the world since 1997 SPORTS - Fellowship of Christian Athletes: 2 passions, faith and athletics, to impact the world for Jesus Christ - on one mission for over 60 years; US Christian Athletes Association: using athletic events to help mentor and evangelize student athletes, coaches and spectators for Jesus Christ; Other Groups:  Southeastern Christian actors & filmmakers and the Christian Filmmakers & Actors Network.  March 9th - Secular Music, Film, Theater, Sports Celebrities Podcast : Praying for celebrities: musicians, athletes, actors & actresses Prayer Points/Scriptures: Musicians – Salvation; more songs pure, inspire, encourage, express what we can’t but better, keep them from temptation; deliver them from evil, higher standards & morals in how they live and conduct themselves in performances [Ps. 68:25 & 1 Chron. 15:16]. Athletes – safety & protection, perform ethically, same sex only play in high contact sports, teamwork vs. self-promotion, ethical, moral standards, salvation, able to overcome temptations of fame, fortune & fans [1 Cor. 9:24 & 1 Tim. 4:8]. Actors/Actresses – salvation, able to play roles with moral standards, courage to say no to parts that promote evil, able to overcome temptations, balance family/work life, better role models, delivered from evil, protection from fans & paparazzi [1 Jn. 1:11 & James 1:22-25] Personal Challenge : Pick your favorite unsaved musician, athlete and actor and pray for God to reveal Himself to them and deliver them from evil. March 5th - Cable & TV Networks Podcast : Lifting up the staff behind the shows; viewers abide by TV ratings; HPN’s growth Prayer Points/Scriptures [NLT]: Staff – [writers, directors, owners, costume, make-up, etc.] salvation, higher standards, believers share their faith; Christians pray together; model their faith; better morale, not fall prey to many temptations, lust of the flesh, eyes & pride of life. 1 Jn. 2:16 Parental Guidance Ratings – TV-Y; Y7; Y7FV; G; PG; 14; MA [V-Violence, S-Sex, L-Language, D-suggestive dialogue] Parents and viewers pay attention to ratings; have boundaries what not to watch; those rating the shows do so with integrity; children, teens and parents agree to discuss why shows negatively impact them. Col. 3:5-8. Holly wood Prayer Network – more people commit to pray vs. complain; more join the network [it’s global]; more resources for those in the entertainment industry to stay pure; specific guides with prayer points that meet the needs of the entertainers/staff; model Christlike behavior among unbelieving entertainers. Col. 4:2-6 Personal Challenge : Next time you complain about a show, take the time to ask for forgiveness then pray for all those who put it together. Phil. 2:14 Do everything without complaining and arguing References : Age-Appropriate Media: Can You Trust Parental Guidance Ratings? - HealthyChildren.org March 4th - Award Ceremonies for Music, TV & Film Podcast : Praying the Music, TV and Movie award ceremonies honor more godly performances and less evil. Prayer Points/Scriptures:  Repentance – 2 Peter 3:9 ; Salvation [could be prodigals]  Ezekiel 11:19-20; discern what to watch/hear by the Spirit of God  Romans 12:1-2 ; used to reach people with the Gospel; arguments upended with the truth 2 Cor 10:3-5; ceremonies that take into account children might be watching; higher standards Eccl. 7:5.  Prayer challenge: pray for one artist or two that you have liked who needs Jesus and comes to know the Lord. March 3rd - Museums Podcast: Praying for the exhibits in SBC Museums [Designers, Managers, Artwork] Prayer Points/Scriptures: Designers – for Christian artists to be able to showcase work that causes the beholder to give glory to God for their skill and talent. For secular artists to create items that also demonstrate the handiwork of God and not for evil promotion. [Exodus 35:35] Museum Managers – Would listen to their patrons, what’s appreciated and what’s not. Find sources to exhibit healthy work and skill, fostering creativity in the visitor, highlight the talents and unique designs, encourage understand of historical items, embrace cultural roots without denying the existence of God as the creator. [Prov. 19:20 & Matt. 10:33] Artwork – People would not worship the created but instead appreciate the craftsmanship skill and gift [if good]; content would be holy not lewd or immoral; help understand history better & learn from it; see things from different perspectives [Rom. 1:25] Personal Challenge: Look for a museum in your city or nearby and find out what it exhibits – for good or evil. Pray for it to be used by God to help people think about His handiwork. If it’s historical, that people would learn from past issues and improve. If used for evil, pray for less visitors, people to speak up on of what they approve and disapprove. March 2nd - Fairgrounds Podcast:   Praying for events at SBC Fairgrounds to be family friendly, safe & free from crime . Prayer Points/Scriptures:   Concerts & Shows  – [strolling entertainers, clowns, jugglers, live bands; ] family friendly, G/PG rated; not risqué;  Psalm 101:2-3; Livestock Show – [ FFA and 4-H youth Jr. Livestock Auction select, purchase, feed, and groom livestock to be  real life stock to be, graded and sold at fair; include steers, lambs, hogs, rabbits and poultry] Prov. 12:10 Exhibits competition – [ Home Brew Contest, Preserved Foods, Home Arts, Ceramics & Plaster craft, all Crafts, Miniatures, Models, Collections, Fine Art, Photography and all Youth & 4-H] Ex. 35:10; Horse Racing -   [Thursday through Sunday Live Satellite Wagering watch, bet live horse racing from all over the world in only simulcast wagering Facility in the High Desert region of California] Prov. 13:1; Wheel2Wheel Raceway   is a 1/8-mile 7 degree banked oval dirt raceway located at the SBC Fairgrounds in Victorville. W2W races speedway sprints, dirt karts and mowers throughout the entire season.  1 Cor. 9:24 & Phil. 2:3-4 Personal Challenge : Whether you choose to visit the county fair or not.  Take a moment to pray for it, when you hear it or others advertise.  Pray for the law enforcement, the staff, the bodyguards, and all the young and old who participate in the events. March 1st - Focus on Arts, Entertainment & Sports Podcast : A Call to Pray for the Arts, Entertainment & Sports Industries Prayer Points/Scriptures: Used for celebrating and honoring loved one's skills/gifts or solely for selfish pleasure? 1 John 5:21 keep away from anything that might take God’s place in your hearts. Is what you are watching healthy or tempting you to sin? Psalm 101: 3    I will not set before my eyes anything that is worthless. Would Jesus   watch this with me?   Colossians 3:17  - And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him. Is it causing me to be addicted? My time spent foolishly? Or am I using it to fellowship with other believers, share the Gospel with people or simply have some clean fun? Titus 2:12   - Training us to renounce ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives in the present age. Personal Challenge : Identify how you participate in arts, entertainment and/or sports. Which ones are solely for pleasure, and which ones can you minister to people? Allow the Holy Spirit to shine light on your involvement with them; what to keep, what to discard. What to moderate.

Did you ever think the Lord has a plan for the city in which you live? Ever wondered why some cities flourish and others experience setbacks? Why do some seem to be growing, and others experience a decline in population? Why some increase in crime statistics while others have little criminal activity? Why do some seem to be blessed spiritually, and others struggle to see any church growth? For our next prayer focus, we will be looking at each city’s history and goals. We will look at when it was established. Why did it start? What are its current challenges & priorities? We will pray over specific areas in a city so it will thrive, spiritually, economically, environmentally and socially. Jeremiah 29:7 GW Work for the good of the city where I've taken you as captives and pray to the LORD for that city. When it prospers, you will also prosper. Linked Podcasts below | Resources Listed at end | Post a prayer in the Comment Section MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 2/2 Introduction 2/3 Seeing our City thru God's Lens 2/4 City's name, motto & vision align with God 2/5 Unity within the Body of Christ 2/6 Praying for the City's News 2/9 Daily Effective Prayer for My City 2/10 Repent, Faith & Unity 2/11 Leaders 2/12 It's Healing 2/13 Businesses 2/16 Spiritual Climate 2/17 Education 2/18 Practical ways to pray for the city 2/19 Environmental Factors 2/20 Traffic, Roadways, Accidents 2/23 Economy & Poverty 2/24 Residents & Families 2/25 History & Divine Redemption 2/26 Current State & Divine Intervention 2/27 Future State & Divine Reformation Resources : God's Plan for Cities: Surprising Insights from the Bible - Victorious in Prayer   Topical Bible: The Role of Cities in God's Plan The Significance of the City in the Bible (and God's Plan For It) Cities in God’s Plan What Does God Think About Cities? - The Gospel Coalition | India Prayer For The City | Prayer For My City 5 Prayers for Your City - SproutMentor 10 Prayers Every Believer Should Pray for Their City | FaithPot 10 Prayers for Public Schools Praying for Education - National Day of Prayer Task Force 10 Ways to Pray for Your Community | ChuckLawless.com 24 Powerful Short Prayers For The Environment How Many People Die In Car Accidents Every Year (2026) Being Crazy For Christ Group | Prayer and Pray for for City Transformation | Facebook

If you had one major request from the Lord for 2026, what would it be? What's His heart? God sent His one and only son for people who are lost. He emphasizes this throughout the Scriptures. There is a need to return to fulfilling the co-mission, for workers in the great harvest, for a cry to the Holy Spirit for power/boldness; for compassion for the lost, on the edge, the POWs; for persuasive words to counter the arguments. We need to be part of the search and rescue mission of God. Most importantly, we need to intercede for their salvation - their hearts, those who influence them, stronghold arguments and lies destroyed and to have ears to hear and eyes to see. Let's keep praying like Jesus urged, pray for workers because the harvest is great. The Lord isn’t really being slow about his promise, as some people think. No, he is being patient for your sake. He does not want anyone to be destroyed but wants everyone to repent. 2 Peter 3:9 NLT Linked Podcasts below | Resources Listed at end | Post a prayer in the Comment Section MONDAY [Specific Groups] TUESDAY [Jerusalem] WEDNESDAY [Judea] THURSDAY [Samaria] FRIDAY [Beyond] Jan. 5 - Call to intercede for the lost Jan. 6 - Unsaved immediate family [hearts] Jan. 7 - Unsaved Extended family [hearts] Jan. 8 - Unsaved neighbors, coworkers, classmates, city people Jan. 9 - acquaintances old/new, SM contacts, etc. Jan. 12 - Unsaved City & County Officials Jan. 13 - Influencers of Immediate Family Jan. 14 - Influencers of Extended family Jan. 15 - Influencers of Neighbors, Coworkers, etc. Jan. 16 - Influencers of Acquaintances, old/new Jan. 19 - MLK Holiday Prayer Jan. 20 - Strongholds in Immediate Family Jan. 21 - Strongholds in Extended Family Jan. 22 - Strongholds in Neighbors, Coworkers, etc. Jan. 23 - Strongholds in Friends, Acquaintances old/new Jan. 26 - Unsaved State Officials Jan. 27 - Declarations over unsaved Immediate Family Jan. 28 - Declarations over unsaved Extended Family Jan. 29 - Declarations over unsaved Friends Jan. 30 - Declarations over unsaved Acquaintances Resources : Family Members: 7 Strong Prayers for Their Salvation Prayers of Martin Luther King Jr. – Prayer & Politiks 30 Prayers for Unsaved Loved Ones with Scriptures to Back - CentralBibleStudy How to Pray for Unsaved Family Members - Monthly Christian Magazine 8 Prayers for Your Unsaved Friends | Positive Encouraging K-LOVE Seek God to Remove the Blinders ( mailchi.mp ) 14 Bible Verses To Pray For Your Unsaved Family Members

The Holidays can be a joyful celebration, grievous for those who are gone, difficult for those holding grudges and a mix of emotions. During November and December, we will focus our prayers on families to be strengthened by looking at issues that help, heal and hurt. Let's pray families find ways to unify, show mercy, love and be loved, build and not tear down, heal and find joy again. Check out the podcasts, scriptures and resources & join us. BUT we have The Father in Heaven , in whom we can seek restoration, redemption & reconciliation. Last Podcast for Strengthening Families Friday, Jan. 2nd - Praying God’s Word [Personalize Promises of God over our Families] Family topic podcast:   Praying what God says about our Families [His word vs our opinion] Prayer Points/Scriptures: We pray that as for me and my family, we will serve the Lord (Joshua 24:15 NLT). Thank you, Lord, for knowing the plans you have for my family—to prosper us and not to harm us, to give us hope and a future (Jeremiah 29:11 NIV).  Father, give each of our family members discerning hearts so that we may be able to distinguish between right and wrong (1 Kings 3:9 NIV). May our families look to the Lord and His strength; seeking His face always (Psalm 105:4 NIV). And  trust in the Lord with all our hearts, and lean not on our own understanding. In all our ways, we submit to Him, and He will make our paths straight (Proverbs 3:5-6 NIV). May they listen to advice and accept instruction, and in the end we will be wise. Many are the plans in a man’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails over my family (Proverbs 19:20-21 NIV). May our family flee from sexual immorality. Lord, give us the understanding that our bodies are the temple of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:18-19).   God loves my family, and He has good plans for all of us—even those family members who have no idea who He is yet. May our eyes be opened to His faithfulness in our lives! May we see His goodness and His tender, compassionate heart everywhere we turn.   Think of Exodus 34:6 as a description  of God’s heart for your family. Speak the following points out loud over your family: The Lord is compassionate. He is gracious. He is slow to anger. He abounds in love. He abounds in faithfulness!  The Lord’s great love is the story He’s telling with my family! May we come into a deeper understanding of His mercies today and how they are new toward us! May we come to know how deeply He loves us, how He hasn’t turned His back on us, and how He’s working on our behalf. Lam 3:22-23   God longs for my family to know Him even more than I do! He’s arranged our lives so we can see Him and feel our way toward Him. May we start to understand how CLOSE God is to us! He is not far away—He is right here, listening to the cries of our hearts.  Jer. 3:19 Salvation for the household: Paul tells the jailer in Philippi, "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and you will be saved, you and your household" (Acts 16:31). A promise for children and future generations: Peter states, "For the promise is to you and to your children, and to all who are far off, even as many as the Lord our God will call" (Acts 2:39).  Phil. 1:6 And I am certain that God, who began the good work within our famlies, will continue his work until it is finally finished on the day when Christ Jesus returns.   Resources : 8 Scripture Promises for Christian Parents — Family Fire ; Declarations for Blessing Your Family — Becoming The One Wednesday Dec. 31st NEW Year's Eve & Thursday Jan. 1st New Year's Day - Holidays no podcast Tuesday, Dec. 30 Strengthening Families Prayer Focus: Leaving a Godly Legacy [Living to Pass On the Torch of Godliness] Podcast: Leaving a legacy [Living to Leave behind what matters to God] Prayer points: What do you want to be known for – faith or fear? Consider the following ideas, some inspired by articles listed below, others from David’s last words to his son Solomon. Live to leave a legacy of - joy during hardships, receiving & giving grace, modeling forgiveness & apologies, encouraging & inspiring others to greatness, giving your time, money & possessions for God’s work; giving unconditional love; hearing & doing God’s word; doing good & productive work; leading & discipling people & looking toward your heavenly home. What else would you add? Scriptures: Ps. 112:1-3; Matt. 6:20-21; Prov. 13:22 Resources: Leaving a Legacy: 10 Things I Want To Be Remembered For ( whatchristianswanttoknow.com ) ; 4 Ways to Pass Down a Spiritual Legacy - Kathy Howard ; 12 Steps To Leaving A Godly Legacy To The Next Generation | Brian Dodd on Leadership Monday, Dec. 29 Strengthening Families Prayer Focus: Empty Nesters & Retired [Now what?] Podcast: Empty nesters [Finding new normal, keeping active & persisting in prayer] Prayer points: hand over children to the Lord and trust He will care for them; accept the paradox of children given to us not ours, able to find new things to do while kids are gone, making home a safe place to visit; for retired to find ways to fill time that are fulfilling and not wasted; both find ways to mentor others, leaving a legacy from their experiences, learned skills and wisdom. Scriptures: Phil. 1:6; 2 Cor.10:10; Prov. 22:6 Resources: Tips For Empty Nesters | How to Prepare for the Empty Nest ( emptynestblessed.com ) ; 7 Powerful Encouragements for the Empty Nester ( crosswalk.com ) ; Your Empty Nest Is God’s Opportunity | Christianity Today ; Are you facing the empty nest? 10 Scriptures you need + hope! - Christi Gee Wednesday/Thursday/Friday - Christmas Holiday No Podcasts Enjoy your family Tuesday, Dec. 23 Strengthening Families Prayer Focus: FAMILY & SPORTS [Playing, Watching, Paying, Idolizing] Podcast: Sports [Team, Spectators, Time, Costs; when is it an idol?] Prayer points: Pray about behavior when playing or watching, parents teach good sportsmanship, how to lose and win gracefully, monitoring time/costs involved, is it drawing families closer or farther apart; ensuring it doesn’t take God’s place in their hearts; keeping God their first priority. Scriptures: 1 Cor. 10:31; Col. 3:17; 1 John 5:21 Resources: Spring Sports and Sunday Church | Desiring God ; The Christian and Sport | Desiring God ; 3 Questions to Detect Sports Idolatry ( thegospelcoalition.org ) Monday, Dec. 22 Strengthening Families Prayer Focus: Grandparents [legacy, PUSH, modeling] Podcast: Grandparents [leaving an enduring influence; praying until something happens; modeling Christ & God’s love] Prayer points: they would first focus on God and their love of Him would spill over to those around them, they would recognize what they do & say affects many; they would apologize, forgive and not hold offense from any family member; model persistent prayer & prayers of faith; their ending days would demonstrate the power of the Gospel; they would teach and not be afraid to speak the truth to their family in love; be grounded in God’s love & rock solid in their faith Scriptures: Ps. 145:4 ; Deut. 6:5-7 ; Ps. 78:1-8 Resources: How to be an Intentional Christian Grandparent - Grams and Pops ; 4 Tips for Helping Grandchildren of Divorced Parents - Christian Grandparenting Network ; 7 Essentials For Grandparenting Your Grandkids - Focus on the Family Friday, Dec. 19 Strengthening Families Prayer Focus: Sabbath [Families Discover Blessings in Rest] Podcast: Sabbath [resting, intermission, work break] Prayer points: yoke with Christ, learn from his gentle & humble walk; plan for the day, make it different than the rest; work less; social media refrain; quality time with friends/family, spend time with the Lord reading the Bible, listening to worship music, choosing entertainment that builds the Spirit; reevaluate your activities – what to keep what to stop. Scriptures: Ex. 20:8-11; Lev. 23:3; Matt. 11:28-30; Is. 58:13 Resources: 15 Activities Strictly Prohibited on Shabbat in Israel - Secret Israel ( secret-israel.com ) ; Modern Day Sabbath | How to Rest & Refresh in a Time-Crunched Culture ( debpreston.com ) Thursday, Dec. 18 Strengthening Families Prayer Focus: Podcast: Geographically distant [loving them close when they are far] Prayer points: set specific times to communicate on a regular basis; a regular time to pray for the distant loved one each week, a way to connect and make them feel valued and important, how to work out the holidays, financially, schedules, loneliness, not feel detached though geographically distant, ways to maintain the relationship, what best builds and guards the rapport, support for both sides, how much is too much, how much is too little communication. Scriptures: Proverbs 17:6; Luke 6:31; Matt. 19:19 Resources: MF2979 Loving Long Distance: Families Separated by Distance, Fact Sheet ( ksu.edu ) ; Five Ways to Intentionally Grandparent from a Distance: Part One - Christian Grandparenting Network ; 20 Long Distance Activities for Dads at a Distance ( fambooks.com ) Wednesday, Dec. 17 Strengthening Families Prayer Focus: RESENTMENT [dividing tasks, teambuilding or tug-of-war, sharing costs] Podcast: Resentment [dividing tasks & teambuilding & sharing costs] Prayer points: members deal with their resentment, find solutions to share chores, costs and responsibilities; confront not avoid or give up; create rules that build teamwork and camaraderie, encourage mutual engagement, invitational communication, clear communication of expectations for each member at events, gatherings and meals; ways to unite not divide; lighten loads. Scriptures: Eccl. 4:9-12; 1 Corinthians 1:10; Eph. 4:16 Resources: Developing Family Teamwork - Kelly Crawford ( crosswalk.com ) ; How To Build A Strong Christian Family – The Bottom Line, Ministries ( tblfaithnews.com ) ; 5 Ways to Build Teamwork in Your Family - First Things First Tuesday, Dec. 16 Strengthening Families Prayer Focus: Singleness [Remaining single; Seeking Mate; Following God] Podcast: Singles [by choice or in waiting mode] Prayer points: begin praying for their mates in advance, not just to have one but for their life, for God to bring the right one and not a decoy, a believer not unequally yoked, healthy ways to find a mate, peace and joy in the journey, acceptance for those seeking a celibate life, opportunities to do things without a partner, loneliness turn to ways to connect with others, not give in to fatalism but know God has good plans for them, faith to believe. Scriptures: Jer. 29:11; Eccl. 3:1-8; Ps. 84:11 Resources: 15 Bible Verses About Singleness | What God Says ( justinemfulama.com ) ; Christian Advice for Singles (The 4 Phases) | ApplyGodsWord.com ; Lesson 8: Practical Advice For Singles (1 Corinthians 7) | Bible.org Monday, Dec. 15 Strengthening Families Prayer Focus: Prodigals & Unsaved loved ones [calling them home through intercession] Podcast: Prodigals & Unsaved loved ones [praying God’s word UNTIL . . .] Prayer points: : persistence in prayer, removing any offense towards the one we pray for; asking for others to speak to them about the Lord, for them to see their condition from God’s perspective, to experience a pigsty moment like the prodigal and want to come home, for those who influence their lives be saved or removed; for God to remove the stony stubborn heart and replace with a tender, responsive heart, for dreams and visions of God’s love and judgment. Scriptures: Ezekiel 34:16; Jude 1:22-23; Luke 15:11-32; John 10:28-29; Ezek. 36:25-27 Resources: Pray Them Home: Three Prayers for Prodigal Children | Desiring God ; Prayer for the Prodigal Son or Daughter ( missionariesofprayer.org ) ; 7 Prayers for Your Prodigal Child ( ibelieve.com ) Friday, Dec. 12 Strengthening Families Prayer Focus: Dealing with family mental illness [without going nuts] Podcast: Dealing with family mental illness [for the one experiencing and the one caregiving and the one observing – all need divine intervention and wisdom] Prayer points: for the one experiencing - wholeness, healing, deliverance, able to forgive those who harmed, feel valued and important & see purpose in the body of Christ; freedom from fear/anxiety, mental disorders, able to make healthy choices; for the one caregiving - discernment, wisdom, patience, compassion; for the one observing – no judgment, empathy, intercession, words of encouragement, help person see they matter. Scriptures: Ps. 139:4; Ps. 34:17-18; Ps. 23:3; Is. 53:5 Resources: What does the Bible say about dealing with mental illness? | GotQuestions.org ; What Does the Bible Say About Mental Illness? Thursday, Dec. 11 Strengthening Families Prayer Focus: Caregivers & Family Member needing Care [I need help! They need help! Will you help me?] Podcast: Family caregivers & Member needing care [loving God & self to receive and give love to others] Prayer points: spending quality time with God; taking Sabbath time to restore; renewed with love and joy to care for family member; finding joy in the care & member, combatting fatigue with enough sleep & down time, paying attention to red flags in the member and in self, able to receive care without feeling like a burden; more than a duty – it’s a service to God, clear communication of needs, getting help, sharing the load.   Scriptures: 1 John 3:17; Phil. 2:4; Gal. 6:10 Resources: Caregiving: Christian Helping and Coping - Christian Life Resources ; Caregiver Action Network ; A Biblical Perspective on Caregiving | Joni and Friends Wednesday, Dec. 10 Strengthening Families Prayer Focus: College & Adult children [letting them fly, letting them go, letting them learn] Podcast: College & Adult Children [Co-dependent on Holy Spirit ; Dependent on God; Interdependent on Body of Christ] Prayer points: : truth would win out over lies taught in some college classes; resolve to stay true to what they learned and believed about God while attending college, parents to release kids to God’s ultimate care; for godly friends to surround them when they leave; for support from other parents in prayer and ways to love kids from a distance; hedge of protection against the worldly temptations, a desire & ability to stay the course to follow Jesus, no matter what, to be a light in the darkness. Scriptures: Rom. 15:13; Phil. 1:6; Eph. 4:16 Resources: Lead Your Adult Children Back to Christ - Christian Parenting ( crosswalk.com ) ; 10 Things to Remember When Your Adult Child Leaves the Church ( ibelieve.com ) ; Parenting Adult Children: Six Steps to Sanity - Christian Parenting ( crosswalk.com ) Tuesday, Dec. 9 Strengthening Families Prayer Focus: Teenagers 12-19 [Questions! Answers? Trusted Source?] Podcast: Teenagers 12-19 [grounded in the Word, supportive families & in God’s love for them] Prayer points: find faith in God and his love; find answers in the Word; sexual purity; filter sources; find safe family members to talk to; healthy peers; able to stand their ground despite pressure to conform; find beauty through God’s lens; protected from taking drugs laced with fentanyl; feel valued, important and needed Scriptures: James 1:21–26; Eph. 3;14-21; 1 Cor. 15:33 Resources: 10 CHALLENGES FACING CHRISTIAN YOUTH ( jeremiahinstitute.com ) ; Supporting Your Teenager: A Christian Counselor’s Advice, Part 2 | Bellevue Christian Counseling ; 7 Challenges Teens Face Today - CCCRD | Center for Christian Counseling & Relationship Development Monday, Dec. 8 Strengthening Families Prayer Focus: Children & Adults with disabilities [Social, Physical & Mental] Podcast: Families with Children or Adults with social, physical or mental disabilities [hope, healing or deliverance] Prayer points : find living hope, ongoing hope in the Lord for grace & strength; healing to the disabled, medical progress and success, not give up when tired; see the heightened traits of those challenged, appreciate and savor the good moments, support from extended family, cast their cares on the Lord and not take them back. Scriptures : 3 John 1:2; 1 Pet. 1:3; 2 Thess. 3:13 Resources : 15 Scriptures To Pray For Your Child with Special Needs ( embracing.life ) Friday, Dec. 5 Strengthening Families Prayer Focus: Parenting [Exhausting, Engaging, Embracing] Podcast: 3 Parenting Issues [Exhaustion vs Yoking up with God & finding rest; Disconnect vs Playtime; Regretting moments missed vs Stopping to savor the moment] Prayer points: yoke up with the Lord to parent their kids, get energy and wisdom from the Lord; seek friends who are older parents, not do it alone; take breaks from kids to regroup; put away cell phones when kids need their attention; show the kids they are important and valued early and reinforce through the years; savor the moments when they are good and praise them openly; being honest and real; helping them see it’s not perfection that makes a good family; it’s love and forgiveness and a reliance on the Lord’s strength Scriptures: Matt. 11:28-30 ; Is. 40:11 ; Eccl. 3:1 Resources: 8 Promises for Exhausted Parents - Christian Parenting ( crosswalk.com ) ; 7 Ways to Connect with Your Children ( childdevelopmentinfo.com ) ; 32 Ways to Savor Your Children While You Have Them ( ericalayne.co ) Thursday, Dec. 4 Strengthening Families Prayer Focus: Adopted, Orphans, Foster Kids [Parents & Children] Podcast: Adopted & Fostered [Kids who need a forever family; Couple who needs a forever kid; Celebrate our adoption to God’s family] Prayer points: Children waiting for adoption, hope, process smooth, adapting goes well; foster children in the system, foster children after the system ends, foster parents, for the right reasons, ethically, lovingly, treat as their own; adoptive parents, patience, ability to love through assimilation, both foster & adoptive parents supported by extended family, gratitude for having a Father who will NEVER leave us NOR forsake us and who provided us a forever family.  Scriptures: Ps. 10:14; Ps. 10:18; Ps. 82:3; Is. 1:17 Resources: 5 ways you can pray for adoptive families - ERLC ; Adoption Prayer - Prayer Ideas ; Prayer for Orphans ( knowing-jesus.com ) ; Foster Care as the Way of Christ | Desiring God ; The Powerful True 'Story of Possum Trot' - How This Church Went All in to Rescue Foster Kids Wednesday, Dec. 3 Strengthening Families Prayer Focus: K-6 th  grade Children [seeking the Great Shepherd to protect these little sheep] Podcast: K-6 children [praying for their protection from harm; prevention from false teachings; resilience from school safety concerns and encouraged by the Holy Spirit] Prayer points: parents voice their concerns at the schools their children attend not allowing anyone to pick up their child; that this bill backfires and has to be stopped; predators caught before harm comes to children; parents educate and monitor children’s social media use; parents heard and empowered at school district meetings; voice of parents greater than Dept. of Ed.; books with explicit/implicit sexual overtones be banned from K-6 th grades; families resilient despite the multiple school challenges and shootings; families uses it as dialogue to strengthen and inform, children feel valued and important at home Scriptures: Jer. 29:11; Matthew 19:14 ; 1 Timothy 4:12 Resources: How to Pray: 11 Creative Ideas for Teaching Kids - Ministry Spark Tuesday, Dec. 2 Strengthening Families Focus - Childless by Choice or Not [barren, bitter or better] Podcast: Childless by choice or not [No advice please, Never assume who is infertile; No children but still fulfilled in God] Prayer points: direction and open doors for those wanting children; safe people to discuss their pain, acceptance & no judgment by others for those that don’t want kids; renewed hope and strength as the childless couple looks for options; ways to deal with naysayers & when others conceive around them, hope where there’s despair, encouragement despite barrenness; the miracle of life & children, ways for them to love kids while waiting Scriptures: Is. 54:1; Luke 23:29; 1 Cor. 7:8; Prov. 30:15-16 Resources: :  How You Can Care for the Childless ( thegospelcoalition.org ) ; When a Christian is Childless — World Childless Week ; Don't Judge Me Because I'm Childless | Today's Christian Woman ( todayschristianwoman.com ) Monday, Dec. 1 Strengthening Families Prayer Focus - Babies & Toddlers [They’re so cute but I need a break!] Podcast : Babies & toddlers [never too early to teach about God, simple less is best, remember parents need spiritual formation too Prayer points : parents find ways to get short breaks; others help them raise these little ones, protection, early they will know the Lord as savior, discipline appropriately to guide, divine wisdom through temper tantrums, parents & godly people speak good words over them, parents get sufficient input that is spiritual, physical and mental; they would be dedicated to the Lord early; taught to love the Word of God and worship. Scriptures Prov. 22:6; Is. 40:11; Mk. 9:37 Resources : Powerful Prayers for a Baby - Holy Land Prayer ; 35 Scriptures to Pray Over your Children (with Free Prayer Calendar) - ( garmentsofsplendor.com ) Thursday & Friday Thanksgiving Holiday Wednesday, Nov. 26 Strengthening Family Prayer Focus – Savoring Moments Together [being present, enjoying time, laughing & storytelling] Podcast:   Savoring Moments Together [connect, concentrate, celebrate] Prayer points : intentional focus on who you are with and what is going on around you; families will put down phones when a family member communicates, willing to share stories of past experiences together, be quick to laugh at each other’s faux pas, be present in the moment, hold off on pictures when the experience would be more memorable, recall the last get together, choose time over entertainment, good conversations with healthy boundaries, ask questions to catch up; share latest scripture or song that ministers to them; celebrate together, start the day with gratitude; look for the good in each other and share it; enjoy the small things; eat together without entertainment or phones Scriptures : Ps. 34:8-10; Is. 55:1-2; Prov. 17:9 Resources : Savoring the Moment Takes Time ; Savoring the moments…. - Restore Ministries, Inc. ; Don’t squander sacred moments: 5 daily practices to sweeten your family’s life - Christian Parenting Tuesday, Nov. 25 Strengthening Family Prayer Focus – SCHEDULES [His plans or ours? Quality vs Quantity time: what should be on it?] Podcast:   Schedules [Allotting time for God, family and self-care] Prayer points : seeking God for what to keep and what to eliminate and what to add; making appointments to spend with family undistracted; 1:1 and communally, ensuring there’s time to care for body, soul & spirit. Scriptures : Ps. 37:5; Eph. 5:15-17; Matt. 6:33; Is. 58:11 Resources : 10 Bible Verses about Schedule, Schedules & Scheduling. – Daily Bible Verse Blog ( jollynotes.com ) ; Your Parenting Goals Seem Good, So Why the Struggle? ( connectedfamilies.org ) ; How to get your family organized and on a schedule—in three steps ( todaysparent.com ) Monday, Nov. 24 Strengthening Families Prayer Focus  - Blended Families [Stepping into a Frying Pan] Family topic podcast : Blended Families [How to heal? How to help? How to unite?] Prayer points : Clarify expectations, work together, form new bonds, Mourn the losses; cry together, share what you miss, and then identify what you gained. Understanding, patience, wisdom, comfort; Build a team with new and old ones; don’t forget to work on the marriage intentionally, help the children heal not their fault nor blame; find conflict solutions, agree on discipline, build a strong relationship with God & other believers to support and help, practice forgiveness, recognize it takes time.   Scriptures : Galatians 3:28; Psalm 127:1; Eph. 2:14 Resources: Christian Advice for Blended Families: 7 Helpful Tips ( whatchristianswanttoknow.com ) ; Blended Families - Problems, Challenges, Bible Verses | Preach It, Teach ItAsk Roger Detail | Preach It, Teach It ( preachitteachit.org ) ; Christian Family Counseling: Blended Families and Parenting | Mill Creek Christian Counseling Friday, Nov. 21 Strengthening Families Prayer Focus – Reconciliation & Forgiveness [Apologies; 77X; Not keeping records] Podcast:   Reconciliation & Forgiveness [Initiating I’m sorry; Harboring no offense; Forgiving mercifully] Prayer points : regularly forgive offenders, recognize how much they’ve been forgiven by God, daily pray the Lord’s prayer, listen to how they speak about family members, admit it is sin to speak ill of anyone, keep forgiving until it is from their heart, not retelling the offense, able to be the first to own their part in the problem and apologize, recognizing one of the things God hates is someone who causes division. Scriptures : Matt. 18:21-22; Prov. 17:9; Matt. 6:9-13 Resources : Forgiveness within Christian Families | Help Club for Moms ; Lesson 12: Reconciled Families (Malachi 4:4-6) | Bible.org Thursday, Nov. 20 Strengthening Families Prayer Focus – Sharing Jesus with Unsaved Family [Timing, Openness, Lovingly] Podcast:   Sharing faith with unsaved family [right motives, right methods and right material] Prayer points : for hardened hearts to be tenderized and open to hear; breakdown of arguments; overcome by our testimonies, understanding and good questions to ask, discerning the time and situation when sharing [are they tired, sick, or hungry]; God to give them eyes to see and ears to hear above all the other noise; we model a good Christian life, apologizing and forgiving as needed, clothed in humility, remembering but for the grace of God we could still be unsaved. Scriptures : James 5:16; Eph. 4:18; Acts 4:29-30 Resources : How Can I Pray for My Unsaved Loved Ones? ( christianity.com ) ; Sharing Your Faith 101 ( billygraham.org ) ; How Christians can reach out to unbelieving family members ( christiantoday.com ) Wednesday, Nov. 19 Strengthening Families Prayer Focus – Extended Family [our Village; our Culture; our History] Podcast : Extended Family – Loving everyone in our sphere of influence Prayer points : Reminder Jesus is with you all the time when we take in entertainment, be aware of little ones around, whether music, movies, video games or other types would not be an idol in our lives, for Holy Spirit to help you understand the Bible’s entertainment principles, for wisdom as you establish family media standards, to get rid of temptations [i.e. stop a streaming service, throw away what uses foul language, sensual, or God’s name in vain; fast it for 30 days, for strength to resist the temptation to indulge in entertainment that doesn’t glorify God; that the changes made will last Scriptures : Ps. 119:37; Ex. 20:3; Josh. 1:8 Resources : Making Wise Entertainment Choices - Focus on the Family ; Hymn: Oh, be careful, little eyes, what you see ( hymnal.net ) Tuesday, Nov. 18 Strengthening Families Prayer Focus – Grief [Memorials, Memories, Missing] Podcast:   Grief [Memorials, Memories, Missing – for outsider; to speak or not to speak that is the question] Prayer points : during memorials cover the griever in prayer; emotions free not held back; find the source of comfort, the Holy Spirit, the comforter; words inappropriately spoken overlooked, during times of remembering pray people show their love by their actions fewer words spoken; for the later days when they miss the loved one pray for the griever to want to live, not give up, care for themselves and not seek destructive things to numb the pain; pray they recognize it’s a process and eventually accept it and work through it until they see their future purpose.  Scriptures : Ps. 23:4A; 2 Cor. 1:3-4; Is. 40:13 Resources : How to Heal from Grief - GriefShare ; Helping Those Who Grieve - Association of Certified Biblical Counselors ( biblicalcounseling.com ) Monday, Nov. 17 Strengthening Families Prayer Focus - Gender Identity [Finding freedom in God’s Initial Design] Podcast: Gender identity [who am I or better who did God design me to be] Prayer points: For family members who chose to be LGBTQ+; for family members dealing with those who chose it; first that we always define others as children of God; for the family member to draw closer to Christ; for wise counsel, not derision or coddling; that homosexual friends and family respect their Christian loved ones; for them to know they were designed by God; for healthy conversations, protection from suicidal thoughts, truth would set them free; for loving people to speak to them. Scriptures: Gen. 1:27; Rom. 1:26-27; John 8:7-11; Deut. 22:5 Resources: How to Pray for Homosexual Friends and Family Members ( crosswalk.com ) ; HOME ( fearlessidentity.co ) ; Christian parents on how to respond to LGBT children: Tell them ‘I love you' even more | Living News ( christianpost.com ) ; Confessions of a Christian Who Struggled with Gender Identity - Christ and Culture ( sebts.edu ) ; What does the Bible say about transsexualism / transgenderism? Is gender identity disorder / gender dysphoria the result of sin? | GotQuestions.org ; A Prayer for Our LGBT Neighbors | Family Policy Alliance Friday, Nov. 14 Strengthening Families Prayer Focus - Strengthening Marriages [Bound by a triple-braided cord] Podcast: Strengthening Marriages [intentional work to love, accept & forgive] Prayer Points: for couples to be quick to forgive and apologize, not keep an account of wrongs, ask for you to be the 3 rd chord that keeps them together, they seek God above all else, learn to accept and not try to change each other, learn each other’s way of giving and receiving love, to find time to connect, be open with each other/not hiding anything, divine wisdom to handle the external pressures. Scriptures: 1 Peter 4:7-8; Col. 3:13-14; Eph. 4:32 Resources: PRAYER FOCUS: Families ( sbcuniteandawake.com ) ; 6 Reasons Christian Marriages Struggle - Esther Littlefield ; 13 QUESTIONS TO ASK FOR A MARRIAGE THAT LASTS; The Love Language™ Quiz ( 5lovelanguages.com ) Thursday, Nov. 13 Strengthening Families Prayer Focus - Instilling Values [It’s never too late to encourage God’s standards] Podcast: Instilling values [what standards do we live by and expect at home] Prayer Points: increase prayer for your family, keep a journal of requests, list the praises, increase faith with God’s promises; regularly repent and teach that; show unconditional love, forgive daily, serve others and take family along; tithe & donate; have family nights, show your faith. Scriptures: Deut. 6:6-7; Prov. 22:6; 1 Tim. 5:8; Col. 3:20; 1 Tim. 3:5 Resources: Building your family on Christian values and principles - FamilyToday Wednesday, Nov. 12 Strengthening Families Prayer Focus - Families as Lighthouses [Spark a fire; Spread His love; Shine in the darkness] Podcast: Families become lighthouses who want to pass on God’s love, sparking a fire of revival and bold to shine in the darkness. Prayer points: pray for your neighbors as a family; take prayer walks; look for ways to be a light to those around you; do simple acts of kindness; when encountering a neighbor offer to pray for them or ask if they have something they need in prayer; invite them over for a meal or coffee or tea; pray for divine encounters, ask questions, seek to get to know them & build relationship. Scriptures: Matt. 5:14-16; John 8:12; Acts 13:47; Eph. 5:8 Resources: Your Home: A Lighthouse - Via Families ( weavefamily.org ) ; A House of Prayer for All Neighbors — GOSPEL FAMILY MINISTRIES ; It Only Takes A Spark Song Lyrics | Divine Hymns | Gospel Song Lyrics Tuesday, Nov. 11 Strengthening Families Prayer Focus - Dependence Issues [Who are we depending on?] Podcast: Dependence Issues [Co, Inter, Independence or God] Prayer points: Identifying who we are depending on – man or God; are we the cause of their dependence; learning each member matters; each family can do something; co-dependent means we’re not relying on God; interdependence means we need each other; independence means I can do it by myself, me is at the center of relationships, God dependence means I recognize the Potter, I’m the clay and under His leadership and need to depend on Him. Scriptures: Phil. 4:13, Matt. 10:37; 1 John 4:7-8 Resources: What does the Bible say about interdependence? | GotQuestions.org Monday, Nov. 10 Strengthening Families Prayer Focus - Handling Finances [economy, giving, saving, it's His anyways] Podcast: Money Problems [Whose money is it anyways? – Love God or Love $ - It is never too early to learn] Prayer points: give to God first; generously, cheerful, save, learn to be content with what they have, not love money, not greedy, test God, tithe, spend appropriately, share with others, teach children how to spend/save and give to God, understand why we need to love God over money. Scriptures: Prov. 3:9; Prov. 6:6-8; Heb. 13:5 Resources: 10 key Scriptures to follow when managing your money - Christ Win ; Money Management for the Christian Family - FamilyLife® ; Teach Children How to Handle Money God's Way - Christian Finances ( crosswalk.com ) Friday, Nov. 7 Strengthening Families Prayer Focus - Social Media Usage [Phubbing? Parameters? Purpose?] Podcast: Social Media Usage [Stop phubbing! Use parameters! Ask purpose!] Prayer points: not to be on phone when someone is talking to you [phubbing]; setting clear boundaries on when to listen, what to watch & how to use for good & how much time; identify why families look at social media; remember you’re Christ’s ambassador online; connect with family, take breaks from it; consider fasting. Scriptures: Ps. 101:3; 1 Cor. 10:31; Matt. 5:16 Resources: Study Reveals Parents' Concerns About Social Media Use | Lurie Children's ( luriechildrens.org ) ; 15 Things Christians Should Stop Doing on Social Media - RELEVANT ( relevantmagazine.com ) ; How to reduce social media use – 12 simple proven steps ( unscreen.org ) Thursday, Nov. 6 Strengthening Families Prayer Focus – Entertainment [Watching & Listening with Jesus by our Side] Podcast: Entertainment [Filtered with Jesus] Prayer points : Reminder Jesus is with you all the time when we take in entertainment, be aware of little ones around, whether music, movies, video games or other types would not be an idol in our lives, for Holy Spirit to help you understand the Bible’s entertainment principles, for wisdom as you establish family media standards, to get rid of temptations [i.e. stop a streaming service, throw away what uses foul language, sensual, or God’s name in vain; fast it for 30 days, for strength to resist the temptation to indulge in entertainment that doesn’t glorify God; that the changes made will last. Scriptures : Ps. 119:37; Ex. 20:3; Josh. 1:8 Resources : Making Wise Entertainment Choices - Focus on the Family ;  Hymn: Oh, be careful, little eyes, what you see ( hymnal.net ) Wednesday, Nov. 5 Strengthening Families Prayer Focus - Arguments & Conflicts [learn to fight fair] Podcast link : Arguments & Conflicts - Biblical approach [it's not about winning] Prayer points : Identify root cause; examine motives; lean on grace; put on humility; create an environment of thanksgiving, pray before and after the conflict or argument, seek resolution not restitution, the end game is not your way or my way - it's God's way. Scriptures : James 4:1-6; Eph. 4:30-32 Resources: Handling Conflict Biblically and Constructively: Encouraging articles from Family Fire — Family Fire ; Conflict Management: A Biblical Approach — Family Fire Tuesday, Nov. 4 Family Prayer Focus: LEGISLATION [Making our voices heard] Podcast: CA bills that affect families approved by governor & became law recently Prayer points: for people to write their politicians, school board, school district administration, get educated on bills, take action and share with others the ramifications of the legislation affecting families; for bills that protect parents and their rights; for laws developed to keep children safe; for Godly bills to pass Resources: 2025 LEGISLATIVE SUMMARY | Real Impact Help Center Webpage: https://www.sbcuniteandawake.com/post/prayer-focus-family-1 Monday, Nov. 3 Family Prayer Focus: COMMUNICATION [Anybody listening?] Podcast:   [Are you really listening? What are you saying? Put the phone away!] Prayer points: making a choice to listen out of love; getting rid of distractions, choosing right place right time, seeking to understand first, paying attention to verbal & nonverbals, putting phone away, allow for faults, humility, gentleness, patience, speaking the truth in love, build each other up with wholesome language, kindness, forgiveness, slow to give advice Scriptures: James 1:19 , Proverbs 1:5 ; Deut. 12:28 ; Eph. 4: 1-3; 15-16; 23-24; 26-27; 31-32 Resources: Pay attention, listen, seek to understand - Communicate better ; Communication Skills for You and Your Family | Cooperative Extension | University of Delaware ( udel.edu )

Crime Decreases: Love of God Increases During September and October, join us in praying for a decrease in crime and violence in every city in our county. Have you noticed more sirens lately? More news with horrific crimes committed? More neighborhood crime alerts? Will you take a moment each day to pray that the love of believers will get hot so that violence will decrease. May our county be known as a SAFE place to live. Where sin abounds, may grace ever more abound. "Because lawlessness increased, the love of many will grow cold." Matt. 24:12 ESV Short Prayer Podcasts are linked by day below. MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 9/1 Labor Day no podcast today 9/2 Intro Pray for your City [e-mail only] 9/3 Pray for your City II 9/4 Pray for your City III 9/5 Local News Past week 9/8 County Sherriff Report Violent Crime 9/9 County Sherriff Report Operation Hammerstrike & Future 9/10 County Sheriff Operation Consequences 9/11 County Sheriff Operation Smash & Grab 9/12 County Sheriff Operation Dust Devil 9/15 County Sheriff Operation Shelter Me 9/16 District 1 Edwards AFB, Ft. Irwin, Essex, El Mirage    9/17 District 1 Helendale, Hesperia, Hinkley   9/18 District 1 Oak Hills, Oro Grande, Mountain Pass   9/19   District 1 Adelanto, Apple Valley, Trona, Searles Valley   9/22 District 1 Wrightwood, Phelan, Pinon Hills   9/23 District 1 Victorville, Spring Valley Lake   9/24 District 2: Fontana   & Mt. Baldy 9/25 District 2: Rancho Cucamonga 9/26 District 3 Big River, Daggett 9/29 District 2 Upland & San Antonio Hts 9/30 District 3 Angelus Oaks, Forest Falls 10/1 District 3 Lucerne Valley, Oak Glen & Yucaipa 10/2 District 3 Barstow, Yucca Valley 10/3 District 3 Yermo & Amboy   10/6 District 3 Crestline, Lake Arrowhead, Cedarpines Park 10/7 Dist rict 3 Arrowbear, Running Springs, Green Valley Lake, Rimforest  10/8 District 3 Big Bear City & Lake, Fawnskin, Sugarloaf 10 /810/810/8 r 10/9 District 3 29 Palms, Joshua Tree 10/10 District 1 Nipton, Baker 10/13 District 3 Skyforest, Loma Linda, Redlands 10/14 District 3 Highland, Lytle Creek, Grand Terrace 10/15 District 4 Chino Hills & Chino   10/16 District 4 Montclair, Pioneer Town 10/17 District 3 Blue Jay, Cedar Glen 10/20 District 4 Ontario   10/21 District 5 Devore, Glen Helen & Rural areas   10/22 District 5 Colton   10/23 District 5 Bloomington & Muscoy   10/24 District 3 Homestead Valley, Landers 10/27 District 5 Rialto   10/28 District 5 San Bernardino   ​ 10 /29  District 5 Morongo Valley, Mentone   ​ 10/30 District 1 Lenwood, District 3 Mt. View Acres ​10/ 31 District 3 Needles, Newberry Springs Helpful Resources Prayers for Violence in Cities - theusawatch.com California Supervisor Admits Proposition 47 Linked to Crime Wave | The Epoch Times 15 Prayers for a Violent World | Christianity Today The Golden State's Rising Violent Crime Problem (govdelivery.com) 2024-Sheriff-Dicus-Mid-Term-Report-Online.pdf

"Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need and thank him for all he has done." Phil. 4:6 NLT The following contain recent issues facing our county reported by local news. It highlights news related to crime, economy, education, traffic and weather.  In our podcast, we will summarize a few of the stories.  You might gravitate to one subject over another. Pray what concerns you. Our united prayers can turn the tide of evil and bring about the work of God's Kingdom. Let's turn our fears, frustrations or frenzy into faith-filled petitions that keep knocking UNTIL God moves [Luke 18:1-8] Pray for the people involved, decisions makers, emergency responders, victims, criminals, law enforcement, circumstances. Share with others. In the comments section at the end of this page, post that you prayed and what you prayed for. Feel free to also type your prayer. This will help others. Need help praying for the news? Use the following resource: How to pray for breaking news stories - 24-7 Prayer International Local & Outstanding Crime News in Week ending 08/29/25-09/04/25 | Prayer Podcast Pray for Fires & Drought Conditions in our area California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection | CAL FIRE | San Bernardino County Conditions | Drought.gov 9/4/25 Man fatally struck by car in Victorville - NewsBreak Two Children From Victorville Injured in Colorado River Hit-and-Run Involving Personal Watercraft - Victor Valley News San Bernardino man searching for missing pet tortoise – NBC Los Angeles Twentynine Palms man allegedly evades police during pursuit, arrested the next day | Z107.7 FM Joshua Tree Man Located Deceased in Parking Lot of Stater Bros Shopping Center in Phelan - Victor Valley News 9/3/25 Resident shoots at burglars in Phelan - NewsBreak 6 arrested in bust operation targeting Southern California auto theft crime group - NewsBreak San Bernardino County's "Operation Consequences" Leads to 12 Arrests Convicted Felon Arrested After Allegedly Choking Girlfriend and Possessing Loaded Gun in Barstow - Victor Valley News 9/2/25 Two suspected catalytic converter thieves arrested at Phelan auto shop - NewsBreak San Bernardino Sheriff's Department Seeks Public Help in Landers' Deadly Motorcycle Crash in Ontario | Suspect Found Hiding Nearby – ONSCENE.TV UPDATE: Man Wounded in Labor Day Shooting in Apple Valley; Suspect Still at Large - Victor Valley News 9/1/25 Rialto Man Arrested for Fatal Crash in Hesperia That Killed 20-Year-Old Alexa Chavez - Victor Valley News Firefighters Extricate Suspected DUI Driver Following Crash on Green Tree Boulevard in Victorville - Victor Valley News Transient Beaten with Shovel After Argument in Victorville, Suspect Arrested - Victor Valley News Victorville Pursuit Ends at Brentwood Home Where Crowd Becomes Hostile - Victor Valley News 8/31/25 Off-duty deputy aids in apprehension of stabbing suspect in Victorville - NewsBreak Newberry Springs Man Charged with Murder After Fatal Neighborhood Road Rage Incident Leads to Shooting in Apple Valley, One Person Injured - Victor Valley News Two Killed, One Critically Injured in Multi-Vehicle Crash on Highway 395 Near Kramer Junction - Victor Valley News Woman Arrested on Suspicion of DUI After Picking Up Children from School in Hesperia - Victor Valley News 8/30/25 Person killed in crash between off-road vehicle, sedan in Phelan - NewsBreak Firefighters, sheriff's deputy pull bedridden woman through window of burning home in Hesperia - NewsBreak Father of Suspect Ends Mini Bike Pursuit – ONSCENE.TV Second suspect arrested in May 2025 murder at San Bernardino County home - NewsBreak Man robbed at gunpoint while sitting in car in Victorville - NewsBreak 8/29/25 Parolee Fleeing Adelanto Traffic Stop Hit by Patrol Vehicle - Victor Valley News Woman arrested after allegedly attempting to open a door on Yucca Valley church property | Z107.7 FM Joshua Tree Woman caught in crossfire of rush hour car-to-car shooting on Highway 138 in San Bernardino Co. - NewsBreak Man found dead after argument with neighbor in remote area of San Bernardino County - NewsBreak Man Shot Multiple Times Along 15 Freeway in Cajon Pass, Suspect Remains at Large - Victor Valley News Homicide Investigation Underway After Deceased Man Found in Ravine in Needles - Victor Valley News 2 missing men connected to Inland Empire religious group believed to be dead, police say - NewsBreak

updated 05/19/25 City Web Site | Chamber of Commerce Credit: California to Chicago Photography Daggett is an unincorporated town located off Interstate 40 on Route 66, to the east of Barstow, in central San Bernardino County. The town has a est. population [2022] 776 . Daggett is well known for its Route 66 attractions: the Quaint Russian House, the Mugwumps Service Station, Kelley's Restaurant Sign and the California Agricultural Inspection Station. The "old" town has more classics: the Stone Hotel, Desert Market (Ryerson's General Store) and Fout's Garage with its historic marker. Nearby is the Calico Ghost Town. Daggett is located in the Mojave Desert and therefore has a "mild desert climate": its weather is with very dry and hot. Demographics : est. population [2024] 706 people and of those residents there are 293 males and 257 females . The median age of the male population is 40.3 and the female population is 39.7. History | Video clip The Mojave Trail was the first trade route linking California with Arizona, New Mexico and Utah. Gold rush miners and settlers used it to reach California. In the 1780s one crossed the Mojave Desert north of what is now Daggett, following the Mojave River. In 1882, the railroad reached the area and opened a transcontinental rail link. Father Garces used the trail during his mission to the Hopi Indians in Arizona in 1776 and Jedediah Smith was the first American to use it westwards, from Utah in 1826. By the late 1820s "The Old Spanish Trail" had been opened by Mexican traders in New Mexico and it linked with the Mojave Trail at Soda Lake. After the area became part of the US, in 1857, settlers traveled to the area which irked the Paiute, Mojave and Chemehuevi natives and Fort Cady (1860) and Fort Mohave (1859) were established. [ Need to pray there was reconciliation with the tribes and the governing areas .] Silver was found in 1881. The Southern Pacific Railroad (SP) extended to Calico Junction in 1882, what is now the Calico Ghost Town, the following year it was renamed "Daggett" to avoid confusion. The town was named after California's Lt. governor (1883-87), John R. Daggett (1833 - 1919), who incidentally was the owner of the Bismark mine in Calico. Borax was discovered and shipped to the new town. A mill was set up and remained in operation for 15 years then the mining ended. During 1883 the Atlantic & Pacific Railroad (A & P moved to nearby Needles. In 1903, another railroad extension made it a part of the Union Pacific RR). Once the mines, silver and railroad extensions moved, this led to a decline in prosperity. Barstow overtook Daggett due to its key location on the N.O.T. and the Arrowhead highway. Then, a fire swept through Daggett's commercial district in 1908. At that time the use of automobiles had grown considerably and the National Old Trails (N.O.T.) built a highway across the Mojave from Barstow to Needle as part of its road that linked Los Angeles and New York. Its course followed the tracks of the Santa Fe RR and passed through Daggett. Just before being incorporated into the brand-new US Highway 66, in 1926, the road had a straighter course west of Newberry going through Minneola, passing Gale station and Dagget, which is shown as having a Post Office. It was also the terminus of the Arrowhead Trail to Salt Lake City. Nebo Station appeared before Barstow but no services provided. By 1960, traffic through the town -as measured at the California Agricultural Inspection Station in Daggett- had reached 357,000; the road was overcrowded and unsafe. This led to its replacement by I-40 during the late 1960s. The Interstate bypassed the town and the whole of Route 66 from there to Needles was also bypassed. “The Railroad Head Town. "a tree shaded little old town that was formerly the location of smelters which handled the ore brought down from the nearby mountains. Some of the old store buildings remain, but the town is now quiet. There are two trailer camps but no cabins. Cafés, garage and gas stations. -- Jack DeVere Rittenhouse from Guidebook to Highway 66 " Map of Dagget Location of Dagget in SBC Specific Prayer Points Spiritual Intercessors who live there feel encouraged & pray & see results People share their faith with boldness Chains broken from the bondage of drugs Lives transformed by the Gospel preached Bible studies especially for those working weekends or can't travel to nearby cities City Government under Barstow: 3rd District of SBC Crime issues: [2024] overall crime grade is F; violent F; property crime F; other C; crime committed in retail areas in blocks where few people live; top crime issues are theft 45% extremely high; assault 11% high; burglary 8% Poverty Issues: [2024] 51% extremely high - 39% > CA Avg 12% Points of Interest : Route 66, nearby Calico Ghost Town, Quaint Russian House, Mugwumps Service Station, Kelley's Restaurant Sign and California Agricultural Inspection Station; downtown the Stone Hotel, Desert Market (Ryerson's General Store) and Fout's Garage with its historic marker. Churches [not exhaustive] no churches in city proper churches nearby are in Barstow , Yermo and Newberry Springs

Pray for top issues, schools currently face in the upcoming 2025-26 school year. May each school be covered in prayer. Short Prayer Podcasts and resources are linked below. 6/30 Peace at Learning Spaces 7/1 Poverty 7/2 Chronic Absenteeism 7/3 Anxiety & Depression 7/7 Lack of Learning Interest & Cellphones 7/8 Gangs, Violence, Campus Safety 7/9 Bullying in Person & Online 7/10 Alcohol & Drug Abuse 7/14 Parental Involvement 7/15 Poor Academic Performance 7/16 Teacher Job Satisfaction 7/17 Teacher Challenges 7/21 Libraries, Librarians & Books 7/22 Staff & Students Courageous Faith 7/23 Bring Your Bible Day 7/24 - See You at the Pole Day 7/28 Staff & Students of Daycare, Precare, Aftercare & PreK 7/29 Staff & Students K-6 7/30 Staff & Students Middle & High School 7/31 Staff & Students in Colleges 8/4 CA Bills AB 495 & AB 86 8/5 CA Bills AB 727 & AB 84 8/6 School Support Staff 8/7 School Faculty 8/11 School Admin & Leaders 8/12 Campus Safety Officers 8/13 Parents of Students All Ages 8/14 Math, Science & Reading Scores 8/18 Home-schooling Parents & Kids 8/19 Christian Schools K-12 8/20 Colleges & Revival 8/21 Christian Clubs 8/26 Dept of Education & CA Dept of Ed 8/27 Teacher Unions NEA,AFT & CTA 8/28 School Districts 8/29 10 Powerful Prayers for Public Schools Helpful Resources [in order of reference] A Prayer of Peace and Protection for Our Schools | The Prayer Institute Problems students are facing at public K-12 schools | Pew Research Center Challenges public K-12 teachers deal with in the classroom | Pew Research Center Views of parent involvement among public K-12 teachers | Pew Research Center Views of the US education system among public K-12 teachers | Pew Research Center Chronic Absenteeism | U.S. Department of Education Lingering Absence in Public Schools: Tracking Post-Pandemic Chronic Absenteeism into 2024 | American Enterprise Institute - AEI AB727 | California 2025-2026 | Pupil and student safety: identification cards. | TrackBill Home  | Juvenile Intervention Program – San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department Prayer For Safety For Schools - Praypedia Bullying Prevention - San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools 50 Powerful Prayers Against Bullying 5131.6 - Alcohol and Other Drugs - San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools Day 1: Alcohol and Drug Abuse – Arise and Pray Problems students are facing at public K-12 schools | Pew Research Center What the 2024 NAEP Results Reveal About Education in the United States · The Hunt Institute 6 ways to be bold for Christ at school The Official Site of Bring Your Bible Day - Focus on the Family See You At The Pole™ Examining School Personnel Roles and Responsibilities Microsoft Word - Praying For Your School.doc ( prayerclosetministries.org ) ; 11 Back-to-School Prayers | Christianity Today Good News Club - Child Evangelism Fellowship High School Christian Club | Students Standing Strong P7_starter_090716FINAL.pdf 10 powerful prayers to be praying over public schools with scripture to commit to memory.  - Cassie In Bloom

updated 6/17/25 "Then if my people who are called by my name will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sins and restore their land. - 2 Chronicles 7:14 NLT" Many issues face our county every day, every year and every moment. For the next month, we will focus our prayers on people groups, ministry groups, economic issues, health issues, crime focus, economic issues and military as these make up San Bernardino County. Prayerlessness | Prayer Podcast How many times in the Bible did a group face what seemed insurmountable challenges yet when they sought the Lord for help and advice, they saw God move in miraculous, protective and successful ways? Our greatest issue facing our County is not the problems themselves, but how we react to them? Shall we give into fear, complaining or adding to the paranoia and hype? OR can we seek the Lord for divine intervention? AND seek to pray with others about the concern? Every time the people of God sought His hand and advice, He gave specific orders.  Sometimes it required fasting, repenting, confessing their sins and turning to God.  Sometimes it required worship, reading the Word and long times of prayer. In every case, it required a reliance on God and not their human understanding or effort to fix it. Please carefully look over the 2025 Homeland Threat Assessment - all possibilities based on their data collection.  These are real concerns that they made known to the public.  We can worry or do what the Bible says, worry about nothing and pray about everything, bring your requests to God with thanksgiving.  Then we can walk in His peace that will guard our hearts and minds.  Just think you can be a HISTORY maker by petitioning God about the threats.  It only took one man to pray for rain that Israel had not seen for awhile.  But how much more when we pray together! Homeland Threat Assessment 2025   People Groups AMERICAN INDIANS:  [AKA Indigenous or First Nationals]; Prayer points: violence against the women; poverty, homelessness, overcrowded homes, low grad rates, health issues of obesity, substance abuse, Christian Missions reach with gospel; 4 tribes represented Chemehuevi, Mojave, Colorado River, Mission; Native Nations Network ; Harvesters Ministries ; American Indian Christian Mission   Who We Are - American Indian Christian Mission ( aicm.org )  ; American Indian Ministries – Reaching Native Americans For Christ ; Native Christians ( https://nativeministry.org ) Documentary | PODCAST   HOMELESS: Prayer points: Government and churches find ways to help house; ministries specialize in this target group; women esp. find shelter, protection from violence, kidnapping, health issues, find ways to re-enter society & be free, young would have shelters References:  San Bernardino County reports decrease in homelessness, uptick in two High Desert cities City clears homeless encampment from alley near Baseline Street County receives $11.82 million for homeless housing assistance | PODCAST   CITY COUNCIL: Prayer points: City leaders prayers ;  go to your city scroll down to the city council, click on the link and pray for them by name; see their faces, mayor or city manager, administration, decisions ethical, helpful, budget wise | PODCAST   SBC SUPERVISORS: Prayer points: these 5 board supervisors oversee 150 boards/committees, unity, not distracted, any person with evil intentions stopped, vote that would help our county be successful economically, environmentally and spiritually, ethical decisions, handle moneys wisely | PODCAST   Ministry Groups MINISTERS/SUPPORT STAFF: Prayer points - families, less criticism more intercession, financial blessings, new vision, awakening, revival, encouragement, keep going, Prayer points: get along, unified, work with joy, do with excellence, be supportive of leaders, do as unto the Lord, creative, given by God, be a servant heart, appreciated and blessed in endeavors | Heb. 13:17-18; Acts 20:28; Jer. 3:15 | PODCAST PARACHURCH MINISTRIES: Prayer points - accountability to churches, promote churches do not tear them down, manage money wisely & ethically, promote the gospel, be an extension of the church not a silo; 9 Marks  Healthy  | PODCAST PODCAST   RECOVERY GROUPS/HOMES: Prayer points - the one in recovery, the friends/family of the one recovering; the people ministering to the recovering | PODCAST Military Focus Current Issues 6/10/25 Riots/Protests in Los Angeles | PRAYER PODCAST Current headlines reveal the need for us to pray for our county.  The US Marines being deployed to Los Angeles are from the Twentynine Palms Marine Base located in our San Bernardino County.   US Marines deploying to Los Angeles amid Trump-Newsom contest | Live Updates from Fox News Digital Prayer points : safety of all those involved, the soldiers, the rioters, the bystanders, the reporters, and innocent people going about their business; divine wisdom, patience, no friendly fire, able to remove those who are disobeying the law, causing harm to others, stealing, looting, destroying property, hurting officers and any emergency responder. For it to be swift and able to place in detention and go through proper due process on the charges against those who are causing harm. Peace over the whole event. That it doesn't escalate. Truth and justice, mercy and grace.   As ICE Protests Erupt in Los Angeles, SB County Sheriff Vows to Maintain Law and Order - Victor Valley News There were some peaceful protests in San Bernardino city.  Those in the LA riots that are criminals will be taken to the Adelanto ICE Processing Center which is located in our county.  This requires manpower from several agencies working together.   Prayer points: safe passage with criminals to/from the center, no harassment or problems at the detention center, safety to all those who have to escort them, vehicle safety, no one try to impede the escort, quick processing, courts make room to hear the cases, appropriate ethical people who will oversee the cases including fair and just judges, who adhere to the law and the constitution, peace to the whole process, all the workers at the center, those involved in the travels, those in leadership, courts safe, courtrooms, people involved and those not involved nearby protected.   “When disaster comes to a city, has not the LORD caused it?”(Amos 3:6); “I urge, then first of all that request, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone—for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. This is good, and pleases God our Savior, who wants all men to be saved and to come to a knowledge of the truth.” (1 Timothy 2:1); “Remind people to be subject to rulers and authorities, to be obedient, to be ready to do whatever is good, to slander no one, to be peaceable and considerate, and to show true humility toward all men.” (Titus 3:1-2 ARMY : San Bernardino County houses several military training and strategic bases that cover 3/5 branches: Army, Marine, Air Force and the National Guard. In the midst of this Ukrainian/Russia invasion, all military personnel will be on alert. Pray for the Army and the Ft. Irwin National Training Center .   Prayer Points: each of the divisions that serve at the base; Army personnel, commanding leaders, strategic responses, military wives and families, contractors, civilians working on base, war in Ukraine, cyber strategies, able to plan logistics with least casualties, chaplains. . Check out the Ft. Irwin page  for more information.   MARINES ; There are two bases in SBC Marine Air Ground Task Force Training & Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center  at Twentynine Palms  and Marine Corps Logistics Base Barstow . Prayer Points : deployment; chaplains; preparations; protection; families & extended; civilian; air/ground strike logistics; cyberattack protection, continued prayer for Ukraine invasion, China/Taiwan, North Korea/US, Iran/Israel, internal threats. . Check out the Twentynine Palms  page. AIR FORCE [Coast Guard & Navy]: 1st Woman Officer for Navy AVO from Rancho Cucamonga : AF sent to Romania   Prayer Points: same as above plus effects on bases if a crisis escalates; Edwards AF Base ;  strategies for air & space; safety. . Check out the page about Edwards Air Force Base  | AF Planes in Belarus , Ukraine   NATIONAL GUARD & VETERANS : National Training Center for Army & Reserves National Guard  | SBC Veteran Affairs  | Prayer Points : Proper use of National Guard not against their own; Scotus healthy decisions; Veterans; recognition, appreciation, help in work, health, families, able to re-enter civilian life well & whole; support for both from churches and believers. California National Guard were called to assist in the Los Angeles protests. We have a base in Barstow called Fort Irwin which is used to train the California National Guard. It is also home to training army personnel. The NTC and Fort Irwin We also have the Edwards Air Force Base that is so large parts of it overlaps 3 counties. Edwards Air Force Base - Home. Our military has been on heightened alert due to terrorist threats and instability in several global territories including the Middle East. Prayer points : families left behind when soldiers deployed; safety, protection, salvation, chaplains who will minister the gospel and comfort; divine intervention; no friendly fire; clear communication; able to complete their missions, divine wisdom for those in charge, including those in political offices. For people to pray when they see the soldier's face on the banners throughout our cities. May they come to know we support and care for them through our prayers. Able to work through the return to civilian life without PTSD. For veterans to learn how to manage life as a civilian. | PODCAST Health Issues FENTANYL/OPIOID OVERDOSES: Drug overdose is the leading cause of accidental death in the United States, and most drug overdoses involve opioids. Opioids are a class of drugs that include the illegal drug heroin, synthetic opioids such as fentanyl, and pain relievers available legally by prescription, such as oxycodone (OxyContin), hydrocodone (Vicodin), codeine, morphine, and many others. Half the overdoses are from fentanyl. The appeal is economic. Relatively easy to manufacture and inexpensive.  But it’s poison. It can be diluted and made to mimic pills that people are looking for. Opioid (Fentanyl) Response Initiative – Department of Public Health - ODASH is a tool designed to provide insights into the opioid crisis in San Bernardino County. | PODCAST SUICIDE PREVENTION: Prayer points: SBC suicide decreases , including in traffic, prevention & intervention , churches involvement, inform calling 988 routes to Suicide Prevention also text 741741 & 1-800-273-255; more teaching on being valued by God; people notice signs of suicide | PODCAST STRESS/SABBATH : Prayer Points: NIH on Stress  & Pastor's view on Sabbath :  some health issues would decrease as people honor 4th commandment; one day of rest & honoring God; REST would decrease STRESS | PODCAST   Crime Focus June 14th, Saturday is Flag Day, Armistice Day and birthday of our US President. This same day rallies dubbed No Kings will be occurring throughout the nation led by a group called Indivisible.   Ezra Levin and Leah Greenburg, two liberal former Congressional staffers, are the founders of the movement that started as a reaction to the first Trump election. Locations in San Bernardino County [as of the writing of this message]:  Rancho Cucamonga : 5-7pm location private unless registered Fontana : Noon-7pm  location private unless registered Victorville : 10am-Noon Bear Valley Park and Ride, Bear Valley & Amargosa Rd Big Bear Lake : 1-5pm 42170 Big Bear Blvd - in front of Von's parking lot Joshua Tree: 9-11 am corner of California 62 & Park Boulevard Prayer Points : peaceful protests; anyone with ill intent be stopped, enough manpower to deal with malcontents, protection and safety to all those involved - bystanders, law enforcement, first responders, protestors, non-protestors; traffic safety, many are being held on major streets/intersections, law and order, no flag burning or defamation, mouths quiet, no cursing, yelling, physical antagonism. Pray for the peace of the city it is in and for its leadership. For the salvation of all involved. For businesses to be protected, law enforcement families and vehicles. | PODCAST TASK FORCES: Under Gang/Narcotic division ; prayer points: 11 task forces with specific responsibilities [see link]; operation hammerstrike successful seizing and stopping illegal cannabis. | PODCAST CURRENT HEADLINES 6/18-6/19 | PRAYER PODCAST Fontana Kidnapping Probe Yields Three Arrests, Search Intensifies for Local police say misinformation about immigration enforcement operations puts officers at risk - NewsBreak Teens beat, robbed boy in Apple Valley, used his debit card at liquor store: SBSD - NewsBreak Juvenile shot during fight with 15-20 people, Rialto school briefly locks down - NewsBreak CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE - DHS Bulleting 6/22/25 | PRAYER PODCAST Pray for the following San Bernardino County Infrastructure & Utilities: Water Service Wholesale Provider; Groundwater Basins; Wastewater Treatment Facilities; Regional Flood Control Facilities; Waste Disposal & Landfills; Natural Gas Service; Electric Utility Service. Points: no cyber nor physical attacks at any of these locations; protection to all who work or visit there; divine wisdom to the cyber teams to be able to prevent or stop or deter any cyber attacks to our infrastructure. That all ER communication systems will continue to operate.   Resources :  DHS Issues National Terrorism Advisory System Bulletin Amid Israel-Iran Conflict | Homeland Security | Infrastructure & Utilities – San Bernardino County Environment Focus DROUGHT: Drought monitor for SBC ; 5 levels of severity; 100% abnormally dry & in moderate drought; 53% in severe drought; 67% water supply below normal; 20% below precipitation; 9K hay; 4K haylage; 56K cattle; 1K sheep; in DROUGHT mode by USDA; outlook drought persists; illegal cannabis growers take water ; people involved FIRES: CalFire incidents tracker ; 7 fires last year [1 damaged 18 structures]; SBC Fire Dept had over 88K calls for structural, vegetation, vehicle and other types of fires since 7/1/21 to 2/28/22. Prayer points: those who start fires; lightning; fire fighters who are local, rangers & with CalFire; no structural damage nor harm to life. 6/11/25 - Ranch Fire active AIR QUALITY & WINDS: Air Quality Tracker : Prayer Points: Decrease the numbers in Report which includes: Ozone; PM2.5; Diesel Matter; Drinking Water Contaminants; Children's lead risk from house; pesticide use; toxic releases from facilities; traffic impacts; cleanup sites; groundwater threats; hazardous waste; impaired waters; solid waste sites affect the health of the residents; prevention of wind damage. Wind Erosion Map | 6/16/25 Air/Fire/Drought PODCAST WINDS & MOSQUITOES | PRAYER PODCAST Extreme Santa Ana Wind event safety updates and resources – Welcome to San Bernardino County  |  HZ-11-Wind-Erosion-Potential-201027.pdf Despite moderate to extremely severe drought conditions in our county, mosquitoes still continue to bring problems. Recent rain and rising temperatures increase mosquito risk – Welcome to San Bernardino County  and  Colton mosquitos test positive for West Nile virus . Prayer points : County officials and staff find ways to curb fallen trees, provide ample notice, people heed the notices and take necessary precautions to avoid anyone getting hurt; winds subside, no fires erupt, SCE and other utility companies find ways to prevent fires starting from transformers sparked, protection to all first responders, power utility workers and any other personnel on the roads.  People ensure they have mosquito repellant, bug spray and any deterrents they can get to deter any sickness from mosquito bites. No more positive tests for West Nile virus; containment. EARTHQUAKES/FLOODS | PRAYER PODCAST To prepare us for an earthquake we keep hearing news reporters say, "It is not a matter of if but when it will happen." Are we prepared in our county for a major earthquake? Are you and your family prepared? This year they urged us to install MyShake. This app alerts you when an earthquake is felt nearby. To see a list of recent earthquakes in your area use this tool . To find current earthquakes in the world filtered by size and time, use the US Gov Website . At least annually there is a shakeout drill at most public schools reminding us to drop, cover and hold on until all is clear. Additionally, we deal with storms and floods. The county has a web page dedicated to alerts, resources and updates. Prayer points: continued drills, education, reminders that we could have an earthquake and the need to prepare, first responders in the event one happens that causes damage; people stay observant and ready, listening to alerts and directions, enough but not too much about so people don't get desensitized, stay vigilant, people use sandbags and follow official guidelines to prepare for flooding; motorists heed the warnings on roads where roads tend to get flooded; sufficient road signs warning drivers to take necessary precautions; CA Dept of Transportation plans ahead for flooding and other groups to improve roadways; no one gets complacent but stays on top of latest alerts, safety and protection in the event one happens, plans where to go and how to check in on family; emergency supplies enough for 2 weeks or so.

Jesus instructed His disciples: “The harvest is great, but the workers are few. So, pray to the Lord who is in charge of the harvest; ask him to send more workers into his fields." Luke 10:2 NLT Will you join us in praying for revival to happen in the more populated cities of our county? These are the hubs of business commerce, distribution centers, airports, colleges, malls and entertainment venues. Each day we will provide key information to help in prayer. Let's intercede for the people in these cities to be awakened and see revival that spreads. Below is a podcast and web page about each city. If you live in any of these cities let us know and any specific prayer requests? E-mail us at sbcuniteandawake@gmail.com . 5/5 Adelanto Page | Podcast 5/6 Apple Valley Page | Big River Page Podcast 5/7 Chino Page | Angelus Oaks Page | Podcast 5/8 Chino Hills Page | Amboy Page | Podcast 5/9 Colton Page | Arrowbear Page | Podcast 5/12 Fontana Page | Baker Page | Podcast 5/13 Grand Terrace Page | Homestead Valley Page | Podcast 5/14 Hesperia Page | Forest Falls Page | Podcast 5/15 Highland Page | Green Valley Lake Page | Podcast 5/16 Loma Linda Page | Hinkley Page | Podcast 5/19 Montclair Page | Lenwood Page  | Podcast 5/20 Ontario Page | Lytle Creek Page | Podcast 5/21 Rancho Cucamonga Page | Blue Jay Page | Podcast 5/22 Redlands Page | Cedar Glen Page | Podcast 5/23 Rialto Page | Dagget Page | Fawnskin Page | Podcast 5/26 San Bernardino & San Antonio Heights & Skyforest | Podcast 5/27 Upland & Mt. Baldy & Newberry Springs | Podcast 5/28 Victorville & Oak Glen & Oro Grande | Podcast 5/29 Yucaipa & Pioneer Town & Rimforest | Podcast 5/30 Trona & Searles Valley & Spring Valley Lake & Mt. View Acres | Podcast