An unidentified pastor prayed for Space X and DOGE CEO Elon Musk during a town hall in Wisconsin on Sunday amid recent criticism and hatred against him for his involvement in reducing government waste and regulations in the United States government. The pastor’s son asked Musk if his father could pray for him, to which the Tesla CEO answered in the affirmative, The Christian Post reports. The pastor, who was wearing a white clerical collar, thanked Musk for combating “lawfare” and corruption, which he called “a bad spirit, if you want to say it that way, putting it nicely.”
“It’s something evil that has come against our country, our morals, our families, et cetera,” he added. “And then you and the president and others getting attacked with this outrage and this hate.”
The pastor noted how God has blessed America and provided it with “a great history,” adding, “Although we’ve gone through many rough times, you’re still very present and active with us.”
Per Church Leaders, he also thanked God for protecting President Donald Trump and saving his life following an assassination attempt last July during a campaign in Pennsylvania.
“We ask that you envelop and protect all of those who are fighting for justice, for freedom, for order, for dignity, and to reward people according to merit,” the pastor continued.
“Especially put your hedge of protection around Elon Musk, around his children, around his whole entire family, and all of his team members, that all would do good and just by our country. And freedom, truly, and justice would reign once again,” he prayed. “We ask this in the name of the blessed Savior, Jesus Christ, who we remember during this time of year, who suffered and died for our sins. May you wash away all that is wrong with our country and start with us. We ask this in Jesus’ name. Amen.”
Musk, in response, thanked the pastor for praying for him.
“That was beautiful. I think we’re going to need divine protection, frankly,” he said.
On the same day, the pastor prayed for Musk, Evangelist, and Samaritan’s Purse CEO Franklin Graham offered a prayer for Musk on social media amid the hatred against him.
“Elon Musk is taking a lot of heat for leading the efforts to cut waste in our government. He has pushed policies to reduce spending, curb regulations, downsize workforce, and eliminate waste—and for this, he is receiving a lot of hate,” Graham told his followers on X.
Elon Musk is taking a lot of heat for leading the efforts to cut waste in our government. He has pushed policies to reduce spending, curb regulations, downsize workforce, and eliminate waste—and for this, he is receiving a lot of hate. “Tesla takedowns” and violence against his…
— Franklin Graham (@Franklin_Graham) March 30, 2025
He believes that Musk is likely discouraged regarding the violence vandals are perpetrating against Tesla vehicles and Tesla showrooms.
“‘Tesla takedowns’ and violence against his brands are making headlines, and he has said that his companies are suffering due to his involvement in helping the Trump administration and trying to make a difference for our nation,” Graham continued. “He has said that America’s future is something that keeps him up at night. I’m sure that all of the hateful displays we are seeing on the news must be a discouragement.”
“We need to lift [Musk] up in prayer. Even though he is a very smart and gifted man, he still needs wisdom from God. Let’s ask God to lead him, protect him, and give him wisdom. No question, there is power in prayer,” Graham added.
Pastor prays for God to protect Elon Musk, his family and all who are working with him at Wisconsin rally@elonmusk bows his head, says, “I think we’re going to need Divine protection, frankly.” pic.twitter.com/RMhdgs4HjS
— Melissa Barnhart (@MelBarnhart) March 31, 2025
Musk has previously acknowledged the fundamental role that Christianity has had in forming Western civilization and has described himself as a “cultural Christian.”
“While I’m not a particularly religious person, I do believe that the teachings of Jesus are good and wise and that there’s tremendous wisdom in turning the other cheek,” Musk told Jordan Peterson during an interview for The Daily Wire last year.
Musk has also commended Christianity’s cultural impact, contending last year that Western civilization is “absolutely screwed if it loses Christianity.”
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Originally published April 01, 2025.
