Praying for Government

Everyone must submit himself to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which is from God. The authorities that exist have been appointed by God.

…and if My people who are called by My name humble themselves and pray and seek My face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, forgive their sin, and heal their land.

Seek the prosperity of the city to which I have sent you as exiles. Pray to the LORD on its behalf, for if it prospers, you too will prosper.”

Treat everyone with high regard: Love the brotherhood of believers, fear God, honor the king.

First of all, then, I urge that petitions, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgiving be offered for everyone—

…for kings and all those in authority—so that we may lead tranquil and quiet lives in all godliness and dignity.

The king’s heart is a waterway in the hand of the LORD; He directs it where He pleases.

Remind the believers to submit to rulers and authorities, to be obedient and ready for every good work,

…to malign no one, and to be peaceable and gentle, showing full consideration to everyone.

For dominion belongs to the LORD and He rules over the nations.

He makes nations great and destroys them; He enlarges nations, then disperses them. …

For lack of guidance, a nation falls, but with many counselors comes deliverance.