Friday, October 4, 2024

Why We Need Peace

Broadcast 4174
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 1 Timothy 2:1-4 (KJV) I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men; for kings, and for all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty. For this is good and acceptable in the sight of God our Saviour; Who will have all men to be saved, and to come unto the knowledge of the truth.

In today's political environment, especially in democracies where leaders are elected, many people struggle to support those in power if they didn't vote for them. However, this mindset overlooks a critical reality: the success or failure of leaders directly affects the peace and stability of the nation. Throughout history, countless lives have been lost because of the failures of those in authority, leading to wars, unrest, and suffering.

As Christians, we are called to pray for our leaders because peaceful societies allow for the spread of the gospel. When a nation experiences peace, people have the opportunity to hear the gospel and be discipled. In contrast, war and instability create chaos, making it difficult for people to focus on spiritual matters.

The gospel of Christ thrives in peace, and we, as the Church, have the authority to bring peace to our nations through prayer. Proverbs 21:1 reminds us that the heart of a king is in the hand of the Lord, and He can direct it according to His will. By praying for those in authority, we are aligning ourselves with God's plan for peace and the propagation of the gospel.

Go into today remembering that the advancement of the gospel is the most important work happening in the world. When we pray with this in mind, our prayers are powerful and effective, and God answers.

Prayer: Father, make me an instrument for the advancement of Your gospel. Help me to remember the importance of praying for leaders and bringing peace into my nation. Deliver me from self-centeredness, in Jesus' name. Amen.
—Abraham Damilola Arigi

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