What Do You Pray For?

I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people -- for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness.  1 Timothy 2:1,2  NIV


     What do you usually pray for?  If you are like me, most of your prayers are for your family and friends.  You may say a prayer for someone who is sick or has lost a job.  We tend to ask God for help with the things that affect us closely -- the things we deal with in our everyday lives.

     Paul reminds Timothy that God also deals with bigger matters.  He can intervene with kings, even presidents.  Ask God to give our political leaders wisdom.  All people make mistakes.  Ask God to give those who make our laws insight into the long term ramifications of their decisions.  Ask God to guide our leaders so that our laws will be in line with His will.  And while you're at it, ask God to intervene with laws and practices in other countries, as well.  God cares about the details of our lives; but, he cares about political forces, too.  Ask God to draw those in power closer to Him.  Why not take a moment to ask God for these things right now?