“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
Do you want to know what’s good and pleasing to the Lord in divided political times like these? You better!!! It’s this – praying, pleading, and giving thanks for people in authority at every level from local government to national government. County officials to presidents. Regardless of party. Regardless of platform. Regardless of whether you voted for them or against them. Regardless of whether you like them or despise them.
Be faithful in this before the election. Be faithful in this after the election. Be faithful in this after officials take office. This is what pleases God. He may or may not be pleased by how you vote, how you advocate for the people for whom you vote, or what you post and repost online. But He is definitely pleased when you pray for blessing, salvation, and wisdom for those in office. Regardless of whether they are friends of His or enemies.
The purpose of these prayers is so that followers of Christ may live peaceful, quiet, godly, dignified lives making disciples, loving God, and loving ALL our neighbors. With 100% certainty, that’s God’s will for you right now, next month, and next year. #FollowJesus