Decision America Tour: Photos from Virginia

By Tommy Berry, Ron Nickel and Earl Davidson   •   October 12, 2016

Woman wearing flag shirt and holding flag
An estimated 8,200 proud Americans came out in support of God and country at the 49th Decision America prayer rally in Richmond, Virginia, on Wednesday.
Franklin Graham walking in front of Virginia State House
"When we come and we stand on the Capitol steps to pray, let me tell you something, God hears prayer," Franklin Graham said.
Women holding sign and flag
The verse 1 Chronicles 16:11 states, “Seek the Lord and His strength; seek His presence continually!"
Unashamedly worshiping God in public Wednesday in Richmond, Virginia.
Police officers on horses
Keeping watch on horseback.
Man kneeling in prayer and woman with head down on grass in prayer
Isaiah 43:25 declares, "I am He who blots out your transgressions for My own sake, and I will not remember your sins."
Women holding hands and praying
A big part of the Decision America Tour is when people, oftentimes complete strangers, grab hands and fervently pray to God.
Franklin Graham standing behind podium
"This election is about the Supreme Court. This is the most important election in my lifetime," Franklin Graham told the crowd.
Rapid Response Team Chaplains praying with a person
Billy Graham Rapid Response Team chaplains pray with people at every rally.
Crowd worshiping, woman with hands in the air
Praising God for His goodness.
Man dressed as George Washington leading volunteers in prayer
Virginia is George Washington's birthplace and this man dressed like the first President and led volunteers in prayer.
Myra Sims said the Bible is our guidebook and America needs to get back on course. “It’s very important," she said. "We were built on those principals.”
People in suits holding hands and praying
Some came to pray during their lunch hour.
Young girl, a volunteer, holding American flag
Volunteers of all ages helped during Wednesday's prayer rally.
Franklin Graham greets volunteers.
Franklin Graham greets volunteers in Richmond.
Group of young people holding hands and praying
Young adults taking time to pray for our nation.