1 Timothy 2:2

"I urge, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone — for kings and all those in authority, that we may live..."

Inspirational illustration of 1 Timothy 2:1-2 -- I urge, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone - for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holine

"I urge you, first of all, to pray for all people. Ask God to help them; intercede on their behalf, and give thanks for them. Pray this way for kings....."

Would we really want it if we could have it? Rubel Shelly challenges us to think through our thinking on the upcoming election

Do we notice or care? Phil Ware reminds us to care actively for those suffering violence in the Muslim Spring that has now turned into the violent summer.

Let's be in prayer! Phil Ware reminds us of the importance of prayer before and after this election.

Do we really need to remember this? George Washington, like other early leaders in the United States, led by faith.

"Dear Father, king of nations and peoples, This is for all people everywhere - We plead for all people because they all need you. We pray for all..."

This is much bigger than just one nation! Heartlight.org urges people the world over to pray for our nations and for our world and for peace and for the spread of the gospel.

What can we do at such an important time like this? We should be a people in prayer at times like these.

Are you ready for the bumpy ride? Phil Ware reflects on 9-11 and reminds us to pray, while directing us to read and think through our faith.

Who are you living to bless? We must live to pass along our faith to several generations, not just our kids.

Are we living up to the price paid to purchase our freedom? Is the high cost of freedom worth the price? Am I living up to the price paid for my freedom?

Warning: God still answers prayers! When we pray for people, God actually works in their lives. The story of Fernando's conversion reminds us of the power of prayer.

A day to refocus and call ourselves back to our heritage of prayer. Suggested prayer for the national day of prayer.

Where are you going and why? Phil Ware describes the bloggers' trip to Uganda and Compassion International and explains what it is about and the purpose of the trip.

Let's pray for our leaders! Bob Sjogren reminds us the importance of fasting and praying for the president.

What does freedom mean? A collection of Scriptures for July 4, Independence Day.