Those In Authority

Greetings!!!

What do you think about President Obama? How do you feel about his political agenda? Actually, these are rhetorical questions. My questions are not really about the individual so much as about the office. Did you know that you are commanded to support those who are in authority over you?

Take a look at 1 Timothy 2:1-6. "First of all, then, I urge that entreaties and prayers, petitions and thanksgivings, be made on behalf of all men, for kings and all who are in authority, in order that we may lead a tranquil and quiet life in all godliness and dignity. This is good and acceptable in the sight of God our Savior, who desires all men to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth. For there is one God, and one mediator also between God and men, the man Christ Jesus, who gave Himself as a ransom for all, the testimony borne at the proper time."

Whether or not you like the President of the United State is not important. Whether or not you agree with his policies really does not matter. You are commanded to support your leaders in government by praying for them. You should pray that they will come into a personal relationship with Jesus Christ because God our Savior desires that all men be saved and come to know Him personally. As government leaders get right in their relationship with God, they will have God's wisdom to use their authority in a way that pleases God and brings peace and joy to the people of their nation. So... supporting the governmental authorities by praying and fasting for them is ultimately in your best interest! When was the last time you fasted or prayed for your President? Today would be a good day to start. Skip a meal and spend the time praying that God would work in their hearts.

The LORD bless you with lifting all your words about those in authority to Him.

I love you,

Ruth

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