Pray for our government

   With the mid-term elections coming up, (but without getting political), I think this would be a good time to pray for our government, existing and future.
   I'm taking a bible study class about 1 Peter. In Peter's Epistle, he speaks about how we're to treat others, and in Chapter 2 verses 13-17, he specifically talks about government:

 "Therefore submit yourselves to every ordinance of man for the Lord’s sake, 

whether to the king as supreme, or to governors, 

as to those who are sent by him for the punishment of evildoers 

and for the praise of those who do good. 

For this is the will of God, that by doing good 

you may put to silence the ignorance of foolish men—  

as free, yet not using liberty as a cloak for vice, 

but as bondservants of God. Honor all people. 

Love the brotherhood. Fear God. Honor the king." (NKJ)

   So, no matter if we're happy or unhappy with our leaders, we should pray for them. I often pray that God uses our leaders to glorify Him and to guide them to fulfill His holy plan. I often pray that God will give our government the knowledge and skill to make informed decisions that affect our country and our world.

First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, 

and thanksgivings be made for all people, 

for kings and all who are in high positions, that we may lead 

a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way. 

This is good, and it is pleasing in the sight of God our Savior,

1 Timothy 2:1-3 ESV 

If a kingdom is divided against itself, that kingdom cannot stand.

Mark 3:24 ESV

Please follow along with our prayer group where we come together with one voice during the 7:00 hour to pray for the people around us. Please join with us this week as we pray for all levels of our government.

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