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Intention

To raise up a Church that faithfully chooses life each day, so that our nation will follow by choosing the same path.

Scripture

“I call heaven and earth as witnesses against you today that I have set before you life and death, blessing and curse. Choose life so that you and your descendants may live.”

– Deuteronomy 30:19

Reflection

Israel stood at one of the defining moments in its history. After forty years of wandering in the wilderness, the Promised Land lay just beyond the Jordan River.

Moses, knowing he would not cross over with them, delivered his final message to God’s people. Before Joshua would lead them into the land, Moses laid before them a choice: “I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing. Choose therefore life.”

This was more than a call to make wise decisions. It was an invitation to love the Lord, to walk in his ways and to trust his promises. God desired to bless his people, not burden them. He longed for them to enjoy the fullness of life that comes from living in fellowship with him. Their choice would not affect them alone, but the generations who followed: “that you and your descendants may live.”

Australia also stands at an important moment. Across our nation, many Christians are praying that the lives of unborn children will once again be cherished and protected. We long to see a renewed culture of life, where every person is recognised as bearing the image of God and every child is welcomed as his precious gift.

Yet lasting change begins with God’s people. Before laws change, hearts must change. Before a nation chooses life, the Church must faithfully choose life each day by loving God, proclaiming his truth with compassion, caring for mothers, fathers and families, and standing for those who have no voice.

Our confidence is not in political victories alone, but in the God who is the Author of life. Through Jesus Christ, he offers forgiveness, hope and new life to all who come to him.

As we pray for Australia, may we first renew our own commitment to follow him wholeheartedly. Then, by his grace, our witness may encourage others to choose the path that leads to life, for their sake and for the generations yet to come.

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Prayer

Heavenly Father, you are the Author and giver of life. Thank you for your loving invitation to choose the path of blessing by walking with you.

Forgive us where we have failed to value life as you do. Renew your Church with courage, wisdom and compassion.

We pray for mothers, fathers, families, our leaders and all who shape the future of our nation. May Australia once again choose life, so that generations to come may know your blessing.

Amen.

Author Bio

Damian is the Director of the Australian Family Coalition, a grassroots movement of more than 50,000 Australians advocating for faith, family and freedom. A former Army Reserve officer, he spent nearly a decade as an elected member of local government. He is married with seven children.

Prayer Points for Babies Born Alive Left to Die 2026

1. The Human Rights (Children Born Alive Protection) Bill 2026 to pass federal parliament. Micah 6:7–8

2. A change of hearts and minds towards LIFE across the nation. Psalm 139:13–16

3. Many to see the Baby Booties display on Parliament House’s lawns and many churches to be inspired to show the Born Alive Left to Die film. Hebrews 4:16

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