Pray for the leaders of all nations. Read 1 Timothy 2:2 As we celebrate our nation, we are to be mindful of God’s vision for all nations. We are just one country of many countries that fit into God’s plan. In the first century, the Roman Empire was a collection of many nations. These nations did not lose their identity as they were conquered and absorbed. They all had to abide by Roman law, but each country within the empire had its own legal system in addition to Roman law. The Roman Empire had an emperor, but each nation often had its own king or body of governance. The Apostle Paul urged Timothy to pray for all kings and those in authority. It is right that we should pray for our country, sing our National Anthem, and be proud Americans who are celebrating 250 years as a nation. God’s vision is bigger than just one country. God has a vision for all the leaders and all the countries. That is why we are urged to expand our prayers for not only our President, but for every leader of every nation.
God of all nations, be with kings, queens, presidents, prime ministers, chancellors, chairpersons, general secretaries, premiers, supreme leaders, emirs, and regents. Give them courage, compassion, and wisdom. May their leadership provide protection and prosperity for all people that live within the borders of the land that they govern. Amen.
