In 1 Peter 2:13-17, Peter lays out for us 3 specific principles for living a beautiful life in relation to governing authorities. This week, we will see how, as followers of Christ, we are sojourners and exiles in this world. Our citizenship resides in a different and far superior country. This must inform how we relate to the governing authorities in our lives. We must live as people whose ultimate allegiance is to God, His will, and His glory.
Prayer Guide: Nov 4, 2018 – 1 Peter 2:13-17
1. Pray that God will give you a deeper understanding of your "alien" status in this world.
2. Thank God for the new identity you have in Christ.
3. Pray that God will give you the grace to submit to the governing authorities He has placed in your life, whether you agree with them or not.
4. Pray for the leaders of our country, state, and city to lead with integrity. Pray that those who do not know Christ will hear and believe the gospel.
5. Ask God to help you dive deeper into your freedom in Christ that works itself out in obedience to His will.
6. Ask God to remove the idol of politics and political power from Christians and His church.
7. Pray that everything we do Sunday will be for God's glory and not our own.