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‘God Is Surely Moving in This Nation’: Christian Musicians Worship Jesus at the White House

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By Will Maule
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November 14, 2018

Several worship leaders and Christian artists have posted footage of a spontaneous praise session that took place in the White House yesterday. The “Faith Briefing” meeting was designed to give an update on all the faith-based initiatives that have been introduced by the Trump administration.

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In one clip posted by Christian singer Tauren Wells, a group of worship leaders can be seen belting out “What a Beautiful Name” by Hillsong Worship.

What a privilege to declare the name of Jesus in worship and in prayer today at the White House. I was challenged, informed, convicted, & inspired at the #faithbriefing w/ many peers in the CCM industry. The church has a great opportunity to rise with grace & truth in this hour. pic.twitter.com/xgZQiqh6XG

— Tauren Wells (@taurenwells) November 14, 2018

The lyrics take on particularly poignancy when you think of the historic location in which they are being sung:
“What a beautiful Name it is
What a beautiful Name it is
The Name of Jesus Christ my King
What a beautiful Name it is
Nothing compares to this
What a beautiful Name it is
The Name of Jesus”
Bethel Music’s director of events, Dominic Shahbon, also took to social media to express his delight at the occasion.

“Wow. What a day,” he wrote on Instagram. “Had the honor to go the White House for a #FaithBriefing with key administration officials and faith leaders. Specifically, to hear about faith initiatives that are happening. Great things are taking place whether the media tells us or not! Let’s just say that I’m leaving Washington, D.C. stirred, hopeful, convicted and informed with TRUTH.

Musical artists + amazing acoustics + worship = chills for days! Amazing day in DC! #faithbriefing pic.twitter.com/StlAcYbGWm

— SANCTUS REAL (@SanctusReal) November 14, 2018

“God is surely moving in this nation and through His Church,” Shahbon continued. “Let’s be a people that are not letting a day go by without praying for our President and this incredible administration. Thank you @paulamichellewhite for all you do and for helping making this happen. It’s truly powerful to watch and I’m moved beyond words.”

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What a special moment yesterday @whitehouse for a #FaithBriefing with some of the nations‘ top Christian Music Artists as we all broke out in song and prayer right there in the White House, just steps away from the #OvalOffice. We can’t let politics stop each of us from doing our biblical part inside of the government.

A post shared by Ryan Higgins (@ryanhigginsus) on Nov 14, 2018 at 4:20am PST

Leaders could also be seen praying together.

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#faithbriefing — @bencalhoun what an honor to pray in @visitwashingtondc at the @whitehouse for some awesome men and women of God (including advisor @paulamichellewhite) who serve our country with @realdonaldtrump & @flotus – it was really special to pray and sing with our friends @danielolssonworld @michaeltait @jennjohnson20 @coltondixonmusic @building429official @jroymusic @micahtylermusic @jamesrueger @sidewalkprophets @swpdave @swpbenjamin @teresa_ferraro @sanctusreal @matthammitt @chrisrohman @dustinlolli @newsong_online @toriharpermusic @taurenwells @jimscherer @joshuamicah @scott_brickell @karijobe @codycarnes @theyoungescape @rileyclemmons @dannygokey @leyicet @jjweeksband @sarahreevesmusic @teresa_ferraro @cleader86 & @jonathancainmusic of @journeymusicofficial #bucketlist #jesussavesbro IN JESUS NAME!

A post shared by CITIZEN WAY (@citizenway) on Nov 14, 2018 at 4:49am PST

The gathering appeared to be organized by Pastor Paula White, a megachurch pastor from Florida and the chair of President Trump’s faith advisory board. White’s husband is former “Journey” keyboard player, Paul Cain, who was also in attendance.

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What an amazing day at The White House … closed out with a time of worship and prayer! I wish everyone would come up and experience this! #realnews

A post shared by Paula White-Cain (@paulamichellewhite) on Nov 13, 2018 at 3:59pm PST

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Yesterday shook me.?I came into the meeting at the #WhiteHouse w/ no agenda but to love & pray. I was overcome to tears w/ deep conviction to pray more for, not only our president but also the men & women leading beside him. I could not have said it better @taurenwells… “What a privilege to declare the name of Jesus in worship and in prayer today at the White House. I was challenged, informed, convicted, and inspired at the #FaithBriefing with many peers in the CCM industry. The church has a great opportunity to rise with grace and truth and to serve with love and passion and be the city on a hill we’ve been called to be.”

A post shared by Jenn Johnson (@jennjohnson20) on Nov 14, 2018 at 5:06am PST

It was certainly cool to see the name of Jesus lifted high in the most famous building in America!

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Leaving an incredible evening with folks like these at the White House with a heart filled with Praise and a genuine sense of Hope for this nation. God is in control and has people at the very top level of Government who are working day in and day out to reach people with the love of Christ, to raise up the lowly, to take care of widows and orphans, to re energize communities and faith communities all across the USA. We need to pray for this Government and unite with them in the Work they are doing. #faithbriefing

A post shared by We Are Messengers (@wearemessengers) on Nov 13, 2018 at 3:39pm PST

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