“Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord, the people He has chosen as His own inheritance.”
—Psalm 33:12
There are moments in history when the spiritual destiny of a nation stands at a crossroads. Today, America finds itself in such a moment. As waves of revival and awakening stir across the land, Psalm 33:12 rings with renewed significance: “Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord.” This ancient truth pulses through the fabric of our national story—and is again becoming a rallying cry for millions who believe that America’s future hinges not merely on politics or policies, but on her relationship with Almighty God.
The Seeds of Revival in America
From the First Great Awakening of the 18th century to the Azusa Street Revival and the Jesus Movement of the 20th, the United States has a profound history of spiritual outpouring. Each of these awakenings shared a common thread: a return to God, repentance, and a fresh zeal to live as a nation “whose God is the Lord.”
Today, reports of revival gatherings on college campuses, mass prayer meetings, and a resurgence of hunger for biblical truth suggest that the embers of spiritual awakening are once again glowing. People sense that America cannot continue a path of moral confusion and cultural division without divine intervention. There is a growing conviction that, as Psalm 33:10-11 declares, “The Lord brings the counsel of the nations to nothing; He makes the plans of the peoples of no effect. The counsel of the Lord stands forever, the plans of His heart to all generations.” Human plans may falter, but God’s purposes prevail.
The Role of Leadership and Faith
In Scripture, national revival often paralleled righteous leadership. Kings like Josiah tore down idols and led their people back to covenant faithfulness, resulting in seasons of divine blessing. Psalm 33:12 not only speaks of God’s favor upon nations that acknowledge Him but also implies that leaders play a crucial role in turning the hearts of people toward the Lord.
In modern America, the intersection of politics and faith is increasingly visible. One of the most striking examples in the current administration under President Donald J. Trump has been the open acknowledgment of God’s place in governance. Secretary of Defense, The Honorable Pete Hegseth, has made headlines for leading prayer within the Pentagon—a move both symbolic and substantive. At a time when expressions of faith in public institutions are often contested, Hegseth’s actions declare that God’s guidance is welcome in the highest levels of national defense.
This is significant for two reasons. First, it underscores that spiritual revival is not merely a grassroots phenomenon; it can and should penetrate the corridors of power. Second, it serves as a prophetic act aligning America’s leadership with the principle of Psalm 33:12—that a nation’s blessing is tied to its acknowledgment of the Lord.
Standing with Israel: A Covenant Connection
Another critical dimension of America’s spiritual alignment concerns her stance toward Israel. Genesis 12:3 records God’s words to Abraham: Genesis 12:3 (NKJV) records God’s words to Abraham:
“I will bless those who bless you,
And I will curse him who curses you;
And in you all the families of the earth shall be blessed.”
This covenant promise has never been rescinded. Nations that bless Israel historically experience favor; those that oppose her often find themselves mired in strife.
Under the Trump administration, America’s relationship with Israel reached historic milestones. The decision to recognize Jerusalem as Israel’s capital and move the U.S. Embassy there was not merely a political maneuver—it was a profound alignment with biblical prophecy and covenant truth. Psalm 33:12 reminds us that God watches over nations, weighing how they honor His chosen people.
Secretary Pete Hegseth’s vocal support for Israel reinforces this alignment. His prayers and public statements echo the conviction that America’s security, prosperity, and moral clarity are intertwined with her willingness to stand alongside the Jewish state. In a world where anti-Israel sentiment is on the rise, such leadership embodies the promise: “Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord.”
Spiritual Battle and Divine Counsel
America’s current revival is not emerging in a vacuum. There is fierce opposition in the spiritual realm. Cultural conflicts, ideological battles, and rising hostility toward biblical values are signs of a nation grappling with deep spiritual forces. Psalm 33:10-12 is instructive: “The Lord brings the counsel of the nations to nothing; He makes the plans of the peoples of no effect. The counsel of the Lord stands forever, the plans of His heart to all generations.”
Political parties, media empires, and global institutions may strategize, but God remains sovereign. His counsel stands forever. No matter how powerful human forces appear, revival belongs to the Lord. This truth fuels hope for believers interceding for America’s future.
As faith increasingly finds expression in public leadership—whether through prayer at the Pentagon or policies supporting religious freedom and Israel—it serves as a spiritual signal. It tells the watching world that America still has a remnant committed to being a nation “whose God is the Lord.”
A Call to Align with God’s Purposes
Psalm 33:12 is not a promise to America simply because of her past. It is a conditional blessing tied to the nation’s present and future relationship with God. The verse calls the people to examine their hearts, repent, and realign with the Lord’s purposes.
Revival is not confined to church buildings or prayer rallies. It must permeate every sphere: government, education, media, the military, and families. Leaders like Secretary Hegseth remind us that the presence of God in the Pentagon can be just as significant as revival in a college chapel. Both are vital expressions of a people choosing the Lord as their God.
As America stands on the cusp of what many believe could be a Third Great Awakening, the words of Psalm 33 offer both warning and hope. God will frustrate the counsel of those who oppose His ways. Yet for the nation that embraces Him, there is blessing beyond measure.
Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord. May this be America’s declaration, not merely in word, but in deed. And may the Lord’s plans, which endure forever, bring about the revival and awakening our nation so desperately needs.
