Prepared by the National Council of Churches in Korea and the Korean Christian Federation, the prayer is traditionally used on the Sunday before 15 August every year. The 15th of August, celebrated as Liberation Day in both North and South Korea, marks the date in 1945 when Korea won independence from Japanese colonial oppression, On the Fourth of July, we celebrate the freedom we have as Americans. On July 4, 1776, America broke away from Britain and forged its own path. Pray for Korea was developed to give Christians a way to glorify God by praying daily for Korea in accordance with a comprehensive, strategic and specific plan. This plan has been laid out in our daily prayer app. Check it out today! For most of us, the 4th of July will be a day of food, fireworks and maybe a parade or concert. But it can also include prayer. But, I suggest, not just any prayer. Try praying this way on Independence Day: 1. Give thanks for your freedom and favor. 2. An Independence Day Prayer For America. The Fourth of July is a day for us to remember how our ancestors fought for our freedom and independence – a feat that was made possible with the guidance of our Lord. Offer this gratitude prayer to honor the ancestors who fought for our freedom, and to honor God who freed us from such plight. As you celebrate the Declaration of Independence this weekend, take a few minutes to pray for this great Nation under God, the future of it, and all her people. For life, liberty, and justice for all. Amen. Powerful Prayers for Independence Day. 1.) Independence Day Prayer – By Chaplain, Rev. Edward G.L. “Eternal God, South Korea has a calling and a key to open gates in spiritual and natural realms. Proclaim this “Key of Increase” is activated to release nations to the purposes of God. Background: An independent kingdom for much of its long history, Korea was occupied by Japan beginning in 1905 following the Russo-Japanese War. As we celebrate Independence Day, we are reminded of this prayer, written by Billy Graham on the National Day of Prayer in 2001. Today, we hope you will join us in giving thanks for this great nation and praying spiritual renewal. The National Council of Churches in Korea (NCCK) and the Korean Christian Federation (KCF) in the North have, since 1989, jointly written an annual "common prayer for peace and reunification". SEOUL (UCAN): The World Council of Churches organized its annual Sunday of Prayer for the peaceful reunification of the Korean Peninsula on August 15, the 76th anniversary of National Liberation Day, when both North and South Korea gained independence from Japanese colonial oppression in 1945. In celebration of the 101st anniversary of the Samiljeol (March 1st Independence Day), Korean churches in the Americas are praying for the protection of their country's free democracy. As Americans celebrate Independence Day, the focus often centers on patriotism, history, and freedom. However, as believers, it is important to remember that true freedom transcends national borders. The 4th of July devotional invites us to reflect on the deeper meaning of freedom. A powerful Independence Day devotion goes beyond the celebration of liberty to encourage gratitude, prayer, and Prayer For Independence Day. Lord God Almighty, in whose Name the founders of this country won liberty for themselves and for us, and lit the torch of freedom for nations then unborn: Grant that we and all the people of this land may have grace to maintain our liberties in righteousness and peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for Pray for the people and government of South Korea. In the early 1900s, during the Russo-Japanese War, Japan took over the Korean peninsula. Japanese people oppressed Korean people by limiting their freedoms and economic opportunities. They also restricted the teaching of the Korean language and history in schools. 30 Amazing Prayers For Independence Day in 2025. 1. A Prayer for Freedom from Oppression. Dear God, we thank You for the freedom we enjoy, and we pray that You continue to protect our nation from oppression. Lord, guide our leaders to make decisions that honor You, and help us live in peace with one another. As mentioned, we have freedom in Christ because of the debt He paid for us. Jesus died on the cross for us to be saved. As the Apostle Peter says, “‘He himself bore our sins’ in his body on the cross, so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness; 'by his wounds you have been healed’” (1 Peter 2:24). It is celebrated as the National Liberation Day of Korea in both North and South Korea. Every year, a joint prayer is prepared by the National Council of Churches in Korea (NCCK) and the Korean Christian Federation (KCF) to be used on the “Sunday of Prayer for the Peaceful Reunification of the Korean Peninsula”. Korean Catholics marked the 75th anniversary of the start of the Korean War with a novena of prayers and Masses offered for peace and reconciliation on the divided peninsula — where the war Father in Heaven, we pray for the people of South Korea. We pray they may know the love of God and experience Your peace and joy in their lives. We pray for unity within families, governments, schools, churches, and every organization. Thank You for using these people to bring glory to Your kingdom. In Your beautiful name we pray, Amen. Proud Koreans and Korean Americans in Southern California have been organizing events for the past few months to celebrate the 70th anniversary of Korea’s independence from Japanese colonial rule and urge unity between the two Koreas.
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