He changes the seasons and guides history,
He raises up kings and also brings them down...
1 TIMOTHY 2:1-2 (CEB)
First of all, then, I ask that requests, prayers, petitions, and thanksgiving be made for all people. Pray for kings and everyone who is in authority...
THE ESSENCE
Since God controls who is in authority, we need to address our communication regarding these people to him.
DAILY FODDER
The second half of 1 Timothy 2:2 gives us the reason to talk to God about the authorities; "...so that we can live a quiet and peaceful life in complete godliness and dignity." How does this goal affect the way you pray?
PRAYER
God, we look to you because you are the ultimate sovereign. Forgive us for trying to solve the world's problems on our own and in our own way. I pray that you would give us leaders who mercifully seek peace and justice, according to your ways. Depose those who are corrupt and full of themselves. I'm grateful that in your faithfulness and compassion you listen to ordinary people like me. Amen.
Our Father in Heaven,
we hold your name in the highest regard.
Please come and establish your reign here on earth
so that everything that happens here will align
with what is happening in heaven.
and we’ll forgive those who have wronged us.
Shield us from the trials and temptations that come our way.
Lastly, we pray that you will protect us from all forms of evil. Amen.
