Today is the National Day of Prayer in America and thousands have made comments regarding the state of religion in the country, including the military and President Barack Obama.

"Today and every day, prayers will be said for comfort for those who mourn, healing for those who are sick, protection for those who are in harm's way, and strength for those who lead," said President Obama in a statement on May 1. "Today and every day, forgiveness and reconciliation will be sought through prayer."

The Commander in Chief added his viewpoints on religious freedom and combating persecution based on one's faith.

"Let us remember all prisoners of conscience today, whatever their faiths or beliefs and wherever they are held. Let us continue to take every action within our power to secure their release... And let us carry forward our nation's tradition of religious liberty, which protects Americans' rights to pray and to practice our faiths as we see fit." said Obama on Thursday. "I invite the citizens of our nation to give thanks, in accordance with their own faiths and consciences, for our many freedoms and blessings, and I join all people of faith in asking for God's continued guidance, mercy and protection as we seek a more just world."

However, former Military Chaplain Dr. Gordon James Klingenschmitt aka "Dr. Chaps," previously claimed on his Christian TV program "Pray In Jesus Name News" that he lost his position in the military because he prayed for soldiers in Jesus' name.

In addition, Pastor Steven Andrew also expressed his views on how America can become a better nation.

"Atonement restores God's favor. Let's have faith," said Pastor Andrew in a statement. "Turning to God as a nation will fix America. The Bible says the economic issues, loss of liberties and family degradation are because of our nation's sins."