THE CHRISTIAN AND POLITICS (Part 3)

So, what should the Christian’s role be concerning politics and related matters?

#1. Pray for those in Government:

First of all, then, I urge that petitions (specific requests), prayers, intercessions (prayers for others) and thanksgivings be offered on behalf of all people, for kings and all who are in [positions of] high authority, so that we may live a peaceful and quiet life in all godliness and dignity. This [kind of praying] is good and acceptable and pleasing in the sight of God our Savior, who desires all people to be saved and to come to the knowledge and recognition of the [divine] truth. 1 Timothy 2:1‭-‬4 AMP

Then they (i.e. God’s people) can offer sacrifices that please the God of heaven and pray for the life of the king and his sons. Ezra 6:10 (GW)

Teach the king to judge with your righteousness, O God; share with him your own justice, so that he will rule over your people with justice and govern the oppressed with righteousness. Psalm 72:1-2 (GNB)

Please help the king to be honest and fair just like you, our God. Let him be honest and fair with all your people, especially the poor. Psalm 72:1-2 (CEV)

As strange as it might sound, God actually expects the PRAYER from you on behalf of government authorities and their leaders, especially the President of your nation! For such prayer pleases Him. The reason is there provided: It results in your life and that of others, being much more peaceful and quiet. Don’t you want peace for yourself or others, wherever you are? God also does.

So after thinking, change. Be you American, Ghanaian, or NIGERIAN! These are a few of God’s thoughts concerning how to pray for those in authority. Use it if you truly believe in pleasing Him.

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