“For where two or three gather together as my followers, I am there among them.” — Matthew 18:20
Topics to pray over:
- That our government leaders live lives of integrity, both publicly and privately
- That integrity is the driving force behind all our leaders’ actions and decisions.
Prayer:
Heavenly Father, today we lift up our leaders—those who are in authority over us—as Your Word instructs us to do. We pray James 1:5 over them today, asking on their behalf, that they would receive wisdom from You, our generous and giving Father.
We pray that the actions and decisions from our leaders would reflect the truth of Your Word. In a world filled with corruption, we pray for Your protection as they take a stand for what’s right. We pray the fruit of the spirit be evident in their lives, both in public and in private. Let love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control rule above all!
Give our leaders discernment, Lord, to determine right from wrong. As temptation to compromise arises, give them the strength to resist through the power of Your Word.
Micah 6:8 states, “O people, the Lord has told you what is good, and this is what he requires of you: to do what is right, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God.” Give our leaders courage to live that verse today, Lord, and to seek humbleness with You. As You have granted them powerful and privileged positions, give them all they need to fulfill their calling.
We stand for our leaders in FAITH, believing the BEST of them as they grow to find and know You more and more each day. In the mighty Name of Jesus we pray. Amen!
Scripture references:
1 Timothy 2:1-2; Ephesians 6:12; John 16:13; Psalm 78:72; Galatians 5:22-23; Hebrews 5:14; James 4:7; Micah 6:8; Daniel 2:21; Philippians 4:19, Romans 1:17
