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Pray for and Respect Governing Officials


The apostle Paul wrote to the young evangelist Timothy, "Therefore I exhort first of all that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks be made for all men, for kings and all who are in authority, that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and reverence" (1Timothy 2:1-2).

Political leaders, especially during times of national and global crises, often make decisions that will affect the lives of God's servants. Whether those serving God will be able to live "a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and reverence" often depends on the soundness and wisdom of those decisions.

Therefore it is good and appropriate that we pray for God to aid and influence, according to His will and wisdom, those making critical governmental decisions. This is especially true when such decisions would dramatically impact the lives of those who genuinely want to please God and do His will. Also, we should consider that praying for government leaders demonstrates love to all our fellowman, because everyone is affected by the decisions of their rulers.

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