In this episode of Point of View, host Kerby Anderson asks a weighty question: how does prayer shape the nation’s future when the Supreme Court and the 2028 midterm elections are on the line?

Praying for the Supreme Court

Guest Phillip Jarese of the Judicial Action Group explains that the group has been gathering to pray for the justices who will sit on the highest court. He recalls a recent meeting at the Museum of the Bible where participants lifted their voices for the individuals who will interpret the Constitution. The conversation highlights the belief that prayer can influence the moral compass of those who decide on the nation’s most consequential legal questions.

Midterms and the Senate’s Role

Anderson turns to the political arena, noting that the November elections will decide 435 House seats, 35 Senate seats, and 36 governorships. He explains that the Senate’s control will directly affect the confirmation of future Supreme Court nominees. The host references comments from political analysts who warn that a Democratic wave could shift the balance of the Senate, potentially limiting the appointment of new justices and altering the court’s direction for years to come. Anderson also mentions concerns about a possible “blue tsunami” and the broader impact on policy and governance.

Faith as a Public Witness

Throughout the discussion, Anderson emphasizes that faith is not only a private refuge but a public witness. He points to historical election anecdotes—such as a primary tie decided by a coin toss after church members failed to vote, and a candidate whose sons did not vote in a general election—to illustrate how small actions can have outsized effects. These stories raise the question of how a single prayer—or a single vote—might alter the course of history.

For a deeper exploration of how prayer, politics, and the Supreme Court intersect, listen to the full audio of Point of View.