Elections can stir hope, concern, and uncertainty all at once. As followers of Jesus, we turn first to prayer, asking God to guide voters, protect the process, and raise up leaders who pursue justice, truth, and peace.
Scripture equips us to pray with wisdom, humility, and faith, trusting that God is sovereign over nations and near to every heart. Use these Bible-based prayers to seek God before, during, and after an election.
Pray them for your community, leaders, election workers, and yourself. The Lord hears, He leads, and He is able to do more than we ask or imagine for the good of people and the glory of His name.
Prayers For Election (With Bible Verses)
1. 1 Timothy 2:1–2
“I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions… be made for all men; For kings, and for all that are in authority.”
Scripture urges us to pray for leaders and all in authority so that communities may live in peace and godliness. Elections are a fitting time to intercede for the whole process and every participant.
Prayer:
“Father, we lift our nation and all in authority to You. Guide candidates, voters, and officials. Grant peace, wisdom, and integrity throughout this election. May justice and truth prevail, and may Your will be done for the blessing of all. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”
2. Romans 13:1
“Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers… the powers that be are ordained of God.”
God is sovereign over all authority. Praying with this confidence helps us submit our fears and expectations to His wise rule.
Prayer:
“Sovereign Lord, we acknowledge Your rule over nations and leaders. Order this election under Your authority. Guard hearts from fear, pride, and strife. Establish what honors You and safeguards the common good. Teach us to trust Your governance in all things. Amen.”
3. Daniel 2:21
“He removeth kings, and setteth up kings: he giveth wisdom unto the wise.”
God raises up and removes leaders according to His wisdom. We ask Him to lift up those who will serve with humility and righteousness.
Prayer:
“God of wisdom, appoint leaders who honor truth and love mercy. Remove what harms and plant what heals. Grant those elected wisdom, courage, and integrity to govern well. Let Your purposes stand and Your people walk in peace. Amen.”
4. Proverbs 21:1
“The king’s heart is in the hand of the LORD… he turneth it whithersoever he will.”
God can direct leaders’ hearts toward justice and peace. We pray He influences decisions, motives, and outcomes for good.
Prayer:
“Lord, turn the hearts of candidates and officials toward truth and compassion. Shape their choices to reflect Your righteousness. Guide negotiations, policies, and promises. Let humility and integrity govern every decision throughout this election season. Amen.”
5. James 1:5
“If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God… and it shall be given him.”
Elections require wisdom for voters, leaders, and workers. God generously gives wisdom to those who ask in faith.
Prayer:
“Generous God, grant wisdom to voters, clarity to candidates, and discernment to officials. Remove confusion and grant understanding. Help us see with honesty, choose with care, and act with love for neighbor and nation. Amen.”
6. Proverbs 11:1
“A false balance is abomination to the LORD: but a just weight is his delight.”
God delights in honesty and fairness. We pray for integrity in ballots, counting, reporting, and the entire electoral process.
Prayer:
“Righteous Lord, bless this election with fairness. Protect polling places, ballots, and counting from error or manipulation. Let truth stand tall and deceit fall flat. May integrity mark every step and Your justice be evident to all. Amen.”
7. Deuteronomy 16:19–20
“Thou shalt not wrest judgment… thou shalt not respect persons, neither take a gift.”
Scripture forbids partiality and corruption. We pray for impartial administration and freedom from bribery, intimidation, or undue influence.
Prayer:
“Holy God, deliver our election from partiality and corruption. Guard officials from pressure, greed, and fear. Uphold justice without favoritism. Give strength to do what is right and courage to refuse what is wrong. Let righteousness exalt our communities. Amen.”
8. Proverbs 29:2
“When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn.”
Leadership deeply affects people’s well-being. We pray for leaders whose character brings joy, stability, and justice to the land.
Prayer:
“Lord, raise up leaders whose integrity blesses the people. Let righteousness, compassion, and wisdom mark those elected. Turn hearts away from selfish ambition and toward service. May Your joy be felt across our neighborhoods. Amen.”
9. Micah 6:8
“What doth the LORD require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God?”
Justice, mercy, and humility are God’s standard for all, including candidates and voters. We ask God to form these virtues in us.
Prayer:
“Father, teach us to do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly. Shape candidates, voters, and leaders to mirror Your heart. Let humility overcome pride, mercy temper judgment, and justice guide our choices in this election. Amen.”
10. Psalm 85:10
“Mercy and truth are met together; righteousness and peace have kissed each other.”
God brings together truth and mercy, righteousness and peace. We pray for this holy harmony to characterize election discourse and outcomes.
Prayer:
“God of truth and mercy, unite our communities in both. Let righteousness and peace embrace throughout this election. Heal divisions, still angry voices, and help us hold truth with compassion. Make us instruments of Your reconciling love. Amen.”
11. Zechariah 8:16–17
“These are the things that ye shall do; Speak ye every man the truth to his neighbour; execute the judgment of truth and peace.”
Truth-telling and judgments of peace are essential in tense times. We pray for honest reporting, respectful dialogue, and just decisions.
Prayer:
“Lord, guard our lips from lies and our minds from rumors. Give us truth to speak and peace to pursue. Help media, officials, and citizens honor honesty and fairness. Bless our land with clarity and calm. Amen.”
12. Philippians 4:6–7
“Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer… with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.”
Anxiety often rises during elections. God invites us to replace worry with prayerful, thankful trust that welcomes His peace.
Prayer:
“Prince of Peace, calm anxious hearts. We bring our election concerns to You with gratitude. Guard minds and homes with Your peace. Help us rest in Your sovereignty and act in Your love. Keep us steady in Christ. Amen.”
13. Psalm 46:1
“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.”
In confusion or conflict, God is our immediate refuge. We ask for His protection over polling places, officials, and communities.
Prayer:
“Refuge and Strength, be present in every precinct and office. Protect workers, voters, and candidates. Prevent violence and disruption. Be our help in trouble and our shelter in the storm. Let Your peace settle over our cities. Amen.”
14. Matthew 5:9
“Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.”
Peacemakers reflect the family resemblance of God. We pray for peaceful campaigns, conversations, and outcomes.
Prayer:
“Lord, make us peacemakers. Tame harsh words, cool hot tempers, and guide our feet into paths of peace. Let Your children shine with reconciliation in neighborhoods, homes, and online. Bless this election with nonviolence and respect. Amen.”
15. Proverbs 15:1
“A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.”
Gentle words de-escalate tense moments. We ask the Spirit to season our speech, especially when disagreements run deep.
Prayer:
“Holy Spirit, put a soft answer in our mouths. Keep us from stirring anger with harsh words. Make our tone gentle, our listening deep, and our respect real. Help us honor Christ in every conversation about this election. Amen.”
16. Ephesians 4:29
“Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but that which is good to the use of edifying.”
Our words should build up, not tear down. We pray for gracious speech in public forums, private homes, and social media.
Prayer:
“Lord, guard our speech. Stop slander, sarcasm, and contempt. Empower us to speak what is true and helpful, full of grace and light. Let our words mend, not mar, during this election season. Amen.”
17. Colossians 4:5–6
“Walk in wisdom toward them that are without, redeeming the time… let your speech be always with grace, seasoned with salt.”
Wise, gracious presence is a witness. We ask to engage the public square with grace and timely wisdom.
Prayer:
“Father, help us walk wisely and speak graciously. Season our conversations with truth and kindness. Give us discernment about when to speak, when to listen, and how to love well in civic life. Use us as redemptive voices. Amen.”
18. Jeremiah 29:7
“Seek the peace of the city… and pray unto the LORD for it.”
God calls His people to pray for the places they live. We seek the peace and flourishing of our towns and nation through this election.
Prayer:
“God of our city, we seek its peace. Bless our neighborhoods with safety, fairness, and opportunity. Guide our election toward outcomes that advance the common good. Teach us to serve our communities with hope. Amen.”
19. Psalm 33:12
“Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD.”
True blessing is found in acknowledging God. We pray hearts would turn toward Him in humility and trust.
Prayer:
“Lord, turn our hearts to You. Bless our nation with reverence, repentance, and renewal. Let leaders and citizens alike seek Your wisdom and walk in Your ways. May Your name be honored in this election. Amen.”
20. Amos 5:24
“Let judgment run down as waters, and righteousness as a mighty stream.”
God desires justice that flows steadily, not sporadically. We pray for righteous systems and just outcomes.
Prayer:
“Righteous God, let justice roll in our land. Correct what is crooked and establish what is right. May the election process be fair, accessible, and just, especially for the vulnerable and voiceless. Amen.”
21. Psalm 72:1–4
“Give the king thy judgments, O God… He shall judge thy people with righteousness, and thy poor with judgment.”
God cares how leaders treat the poor and afflicted. We ask for compassionate, just leadership that protects the weak.
Prayer:
“Lord, give our leaders Your judgments and compassion. Teach them to defend the poor, uphold the oppressed, and lead with equity. Let policies reflect Your heart for the least and the lost. Amen.”
22. Proverbs 28:2
“By a man of understanding and knowledge the state thereof shall be prolonged.”
Stability flows from wisdom and understanding. We pray for insight and steady governance that promotes long-term peace.
Prayer:
“God of understanding, grant insight to those elected. Give steady minds, clear counsel, and long-range vision. Preserve our communities through prudent leadership that seeks the welfare of all. Amen.”
23. Psalm 75:6–7
“Promotion cometh neither from the east, nor from the west… but God is the judge: he putteth down one, and setteth up another.”
Outcomes ultimately rest in God’s hands. We pray for grace to accept results, pursue lawful remedies, and remain at peace.
Prayer:
“Righteous Judge, we entrust results to You. Grant us humility to accept outcomes, patience for lawful processes, and peace that resists vengeance. Keep our hearts anchored in Your sovereignty and our hands committed to neighborly love. Amen.”
24. 2 Chronicles 7:14
“If my people… shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways.”
Renewal begins with God’s people. We ask for humility, repentance, and seeking God’s face above all.
Prayer:
“Holy God, we humble ourselves. Forgive our sins, heal our divisions, and turn our hearts from pride and idolatry. Teach us to seek Your face first and to be a people marked by mercy, justice, and truth. Amen.”
25. Isaiah 33:22
“For the LORD is our judge, the LORD is our lawgiver, the LORD is our king.”
God is the ultimate source of justice, law, and rule. We pray human institutions reflect His character and submit to His authority.
Prayer:
“Lord our Judge, Lawgiver, and King, align our systems with Your righteousness. Let courts honor truth, lawmakers uphold justice, and executives serve humbly. May Your reign be reflected in our public life. Amen.”
26. Leviticus 19:15
“Ye shall do no unrighteousness in judgment… but in righteousness shalt thou judge thy neighbour.”
Impartial justice honors God and protects communities. We pray for unbiased administration and equal treatment.
Prayer:
“God of justice, remove bias and favoritism from our processes. Let officials judge rightly, treat all with dignity, and protect the vulnerable. May fairness mark every decision connected to this election. Amen.”
27. Proverbs 20:18
“Every purpose is established by counsel: and with good advice make war.”
Wise counsel steadies important decisions. We pray candidates and leaders would seek and heed sound, ethical advice.
Prayer:
“Father, surround candidates and officials with wise, honest advisors. Silence flattery and self-interest; amplify truth and prudence. Guide decisions that affect many lives. Help leaders act with integrity and humility. Amen.”
28. Psalm 122:6–7
“Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: they shall prosper that love thee.”
We seek the peace of our cities, believing God blesses places where peace and justice meet. We pray for calm before, during, and after the vote.
Prayer:
“God of peace, bless our towns and cities with safety and calm. Guard polling sites, homes, and streets from violence. Let prosperity flow from peace, and let neighbors care well for one another. Amen.”
29. Galatians 6:9
“Let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap.”
Election workers, volunteers, and citizens may grow weary. We pray for endurance, honesty, and encouragement for all who serve.
Prayer:
“Lord, strengthen election workers, volunteers, and officials. Keep them honest, focused, and kind under pressure. Renew their strength to finish faithfully. Let diligence and integrity bring a harvest of trust and peace. Amen.”
30. 1 Peter 2:17
“Honour all men. Love the brotherhood. Fear God. Honour the king.”
Respect, love, reverence, and honor summarize Christian civic posture. We pray to live this out, even in disagreement.
Prayer:
“Father, teach us to honor everyone, love fellow believers, fear You above all, and respect those in office. Make our civic life reflect Christ’s humility and truth. Unite us in love that outlasts elections. Amen.”
Conclusion
Prayer is not a last resort; it is our first and best response. As we bring elections before God, we remember He is sovereign over history, attentive to prayers, and faithful to guide His people.
He invites us to seek justice, love mercy, and walk humbly, before, during, and after the vote. Keep praying these Scriptures over your community, leaders, and yourself.
Ask the Lord to steady anxious hearts, protect the vulnerable, and establish truth and peace. As we intercede, may God’s wisdom shape our choices, His love govern our words, and His peace guard our homes. He is near, He is good, and He will be glorified.