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And now we pray…

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It’s finally over.

I will not miss the ads, the debates, the constant barrage of opinions and rhetoric. I will not miss the unsolicited phone calls asking me to support issues and candidates. I will not miss actors telling me who to vote for, or economists attempting to explain which candidate is better for the stock market.

And now that Barack Obama has been elected president of our great nation, it is time to put away blue state/red state ideals and come together. No matter who you voted for, your prayers now need to be focused on this man that has been chosen to lead.

In 1 Peter we read:

Show proper respect to everyone: Love the brotherhood of believers, fear God, honor the king.
1 Peter 2:17 (New International Version)

We are called to show respect to our leaders. But beyond that, we are called to pray for them, to intercede for them with God:

I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone, for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. This is good, and pleases God our Savior, who wants all men to be saved and to come to a knowledge of the truth. 1 Timothy 2:1-4 (NIV)

So now it is time to put our differences behind us. We must join together as “One nation, under God” and continue the fight that God has laid out before us.

So rather than grumble that your candidate wasn’t elected, intercede for those who have been elected at all levels of government in this nation.

After all, prayer is a mighty sword!


4 Responses to “And now we pray…”

  1. Kristy Says:

    I loved this entry, Linda. It made me think about how much I don’t pray for our government. Thanks. I linked to this article from my blog. I hope that is okay with you. Thanks again. :)

  2. Amrita Says:

    Very good post Linda

  3. Doug Says:

    A timely prayer Linda. I to pray for President-elect Obama to lead well.

  4. Lorene Troyer Says:

    Great post. It is so important to stay in faith concerning our president and remember that the heart of the king is in the hand of the Lord (Proverbs 21:1)

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