To: Stark_GOP
You may want to check out these two verse and others in the Bible concerning those in positions of authority and the Christian obligation to pray for them:
Proverbs 29:2
When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn.
1 Timothy 2:1-3
I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men; For kings, and for all that are in authority;
that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty. For this is good and acceptable in the sight of God our Saviour.
This does not distract from being His ambassador. Both are compatible and reinforce the other - prayer to Him can change things. Each is a witness for Him.
51 posted on
12/21/2005 8:35:23 AM PST by
nmh
(Intelligent people believe in Intelligent Design (God))
To: nmh
1 Timothy 2:1-3
I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men; For kings, and for all that are in authority;
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But you are not allowed to do it in Jesus' name.
The moment of decision is upon us. Whom will we serve.
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