Her children rise up and call her blessed!

Proverbs 31:28 Her children rise up and call her blessed; Her husband also, and he praises her:

Thank you Lord for the parental responsibilities of Michelle and Barack. Protect them and keep them close to you, to each other and to their children. Thank you that Michelle takes seriously her role of wife and mother. Give her wisdom, security and love that can help her keep focus on supporting her children. Give Sasha and Malia cooperative and loving spirits as they respond to the efforts of their parents. In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ I pray, Amen.

Who can find a virtuous wife?

Proverbs 31:10 Who can find a virtuous wife? For her worth is far above rubies. ¹¹ The heart of her husband safely trusts her; So he will have no lack of gain.

Thank you Lord for the marriage relationship of Michelle and Barack. Protect them and keep them close to you and to each other. Thank you that Michelle takes seriously her role of wife and mother. Give her wisdom, security and love that can help her keep focus on supporting her husband. In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ I pray, Amen.

A woman who fears the LORD, she shall be praised.

Proverbs 31:30 Charm is deceitful and beauty is passing, But a woman who fears the LORD, she shall be praised.

Thank you Lord that you have made Michelle a beautiful woman. May her inner beauty also shine as the brightness of the sun because it radiates from a love for you. Cause her to be recognized and encouraged because of the strength of her character. In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, Amen.

He is a shield to those who put their trust in Him!

Proverbs 30:5 Every word of God is pure;  He is a shield to those who put their trust in Him.

You are Holy Father, the power of your perfection in our shelter. You  are open to us who are your children, thank you for the comfort of seeking your refuge. Keep Michelle close, safe and guarded this day and every day. You alone are able to keep her and her loved ones. Thank you that you are willing. In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ. Amen

Whoever confesses and forsakes their sins will have mercy.

Proverbs 28:13 He who covers his sins will not prosper, But whoever confesses and forsakes them will have mercy.

Thank you Father that we don’t have to hide our sins from you. We cannot even if we try but you have made the way for us to confess our sins to you and find mercy through your Son the Lord Jesus Christ who intercedes for us even now. Give Michelle the recognition of her sins and willingness to be open with you. We can trust you Lord, even with our deepest hurts. Thank you for your great love for us. In the name of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen

A good name and loving favor.

Proverbs 22:1 A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches, Loving favor rather than silver and gold.

Father, the world watches and seems to delight in what it considers the flaws and mistakes of our leaders and their loved ones. Protect Michelle and her family with the blessings of a good name and loving favor. Your loving favor Lord is worth more than the accolades of men. Plant the desire to please you deep in Michelle’s heart and give her the courage and strength to stand for you in this world. In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ. Amen

Take control of what I say, O LORD, and guard my lips

Proverbs 21:23 Whoever guards his mouth and tongue.  Keeps his soul from troubles.

Help us Lord to be honest with ourselves and with you. Many of our stresses and distresses can be related to our choice of words. In the words of the Psalmist “Take control of what I say, O LORD, and guard my lips.” Please, grant Michelle the wisdom and discernment to continue this practice. In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ. Amen

The blessing of friends.

Proverbs 18:24 A man who has friends must himself be friendly, But there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.

Father, thank you for the opportunity to have friends and to be a friend. Thank you for those who surround Michelle, who she can count as friends and who have her best interest at heart. Remind her that our Lord Jesus showed the greatest love of a friend when He gave His life for us. In the name of Jesus Christ I pray, Amen.