Praying for our Leaders

 Praying for our Leaders 

 Therefore I exhort first of all that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks be made for all men,for kings and all who are in authority, that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and reverence. For this is good and acceptable in the sight of God our Savior,1Tim.2.1-3

The scriptures expressly require every believer to firstly pray and intercede on behalf of our leaders, be it political, religious or wherever. As Christians we are called to reconcile the world to God. We are God's ambassadors called to represent Christ here on earth.  We are not supposed to be caught up in the distractions that have taken charge of the attention and thoughts of a typical unbeliever. We are not meant to engage in the act of complaining or protesting like the world.  Rather,  we are to go to our Father in the secret place. He rules in every human affairs.  Has the heart of Kings and rulers in His hand. He exalts one and abase another.  

No one gets into any position without His knowledge and permission.  If He doesn't allow anyone in a position,  they can never attain it. So, if the ruler or leader is judged incompetent or wicked, complaining all the time is never a  way out. We seek the Lord’s mind in prayers for the leader and for instructions if there's anything he wants us to do. 

 - For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war according to the flesh. For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty in God for pulling down strongholds, casting down arguments and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God, bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ, and being ready to punish all disobedience when your obedience is fulfilled. 2Cor.10.3-6

Before we judge or complain about people we chose to lead us or people allowed by God to lead, we should first check ourselves whether we are faithful to our own responsibilities as followers. Do you wish them well by prayers? Do you know we are all leaders in one Capacity or the other. Every male child is a potential head of a family.  Every man therefore is a family leader. How successful are you in that capacity? Are you faithful in your own small leadership position? Learn to first put yourself in the position of the person you're complaining about,  what will you do if you were in his/her shoes.  Then pray that he/she might get help where necessary if you are not in a position to give helping hand for the success of their duties. No leader fails or succeed alone, His success or failure depends on the people around him.  Pray and support your leaders to excel. It is a duty every Christian must fulfil. 

Readings: 2 Cor. 10:1-18; 1Tim. 2:1-8; Rom. 15:30-34; Eph. 6:23.

Prayers:

Oh gracious Lord,  let your grace and mercy speak for everyone in position of authority that they may discharge their duties in honour of your name and for the benefit of all. Help us as followers too to fulfill your purpose in perfect obedience to Your will.  I pray in Jesus Christ’s name.  Amen