What is the "National Day of Prayer" held 1st Thursday of May?

[Psalm 51:17]

Is it a CHRISTIAN day of prayer? Yes? No?

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Day_of_Prayer

The National Day of Prayer is celebrated by Americans of many religions, including Christians of many denominations, such as Baptists and Catholics, as well as Sikhs, Muslims, Hindus, and Jews.[5] On the National Day of Prayer, many Americans assemble in prayer in front of courthouses, as well as in houses of worship, such as churches, mosques, synagogues, and temples.[6] Luncheons, picnics, and music performances revolving around praying for the nation are also popular observances.[7] Traditionally, the President of the United States issues an official National Day of Prayer proclamation each year as well.[8]

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In 1988, the law was amended so that the National Day of Prayer would be held on the first Thursday of May. Two stated intentions of the National Day of Prayer were that it would be a day when adherents of all great religions could unite in prayer and that it may one day bring renewed respect for God to all the peoples of the world.[17]

More recently, the idea of an annual National Day of Prayer was introduced by the Rev. Billy Graham, who suggested it in the midst of a several-weeks crusade in the nation’s capitol. Members of the House and Senate introduced a joint resolution for an annual National Day of Prayer, "on which the people of the United States may turn to God in prayer and meditation at churches, in groups, and as individuals."[18]

Presidents Ronald Reagan and George H. W. Bush each hosted special events for the day only once during their administrations, President Bill Clinton did not hold any such events during his time in office, George W. Bush held events on the National Day of Prayer in each year of his presidency, and President Barack Obama did not hold a formal event for the NDOP on May 7, 2009.

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Reading the last paragraph - don't you see a pattern here? "Republican" Presidents supported it, while "Democrat" Presidents did not. So b/c Churchianity associated themselves with the GOP, then it automatically meant this "National Day of Prayer" is biblical, while it showed how "abominable" Clinton and Obama are by not partaking in it. Ultimately, the political world has targeted Christians, first and foremost, with their deceptions.

Yeah, as odd as it sounds, Clinton and Obama actually did the right thing.


1The_5:17  Pray without ceasing.