Скачать или смотреть Episode 12: Kingdom Prayer in the Political Arena: Blessing Instead of Cursing with Chris Byberg

Michael sits down with Chris Byberg, Executive Director of the National House of Prayer (NHOP) in Ottawa, Canada. With over 45 years in ministry and a background as chief of staff for a provincial MPP, Chris shares insights on mobilizing prayer across the nation. Together, they discuss the importance of interceding for all political leaders—regardless of party—praying blessings instead of curses, loving adversaries, and building bridges of honour to influence government with kingdom values. Drawing from scriptures like 1 Timothy 2 and Jesus' call to pray for enemies, the conversation encourages believers to pivot from partisan division to reconciliation, wisdom, and revival for Canada.

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Timestamps:
00:00 – Michael Pierce opens the podcast and introduces Chris Byberg, Executive Director of the National House of Prayer, and his wife Marilyn.
01:45 – Chris shares the history of the National House of Prayer, including its origins from Rob and Fran Parker’s prayer walk in 2001 and the transition to his leadership five years ago.
04:07 – Discussion on the biblical call to pray for all leaders (1 Timothy 2), regardless of political party, to promote peaceful and godly living.
09:15 – Chris shares his personal transformation after praying for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau “as if he were your son,” leading to a heart change toward political adversaries.
13:56 – Emphasis on speaking blessings over curses (James 3), and how cursing leaders hinders prayer effectiveness.
18:35 – Practical story of a prayer team member who built a relationship with an MP through handwritten thank-you notes, leading to personal texts and requests for prayer.
34:18 – Chris releases a pastoral prayer over listeners, praying for shalom and a harvest of righteousness over Canada’s leaders and nation.