11-23-13 Thanksgiving Mixed with Intercession

I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people— 2 for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. 3 This is good, and pleases God our Savior, 4 who wants all people to be saved and to come to a knowledge of the truth. (1 Timothy 2:1-4)

Thoughts: This is an interesting and urgent request.  He urges that prayers of thanksgiving be made for all people.  God has placed people around us on purpose.  We are called to give thanks that they are a part of God's plan.  We are especially called to pray for and give thanks for kings and all those in authority.  Without rulers there is purposelessness and anarchy.  We pray with thanks for those in authority over us that we may live peaceful and quiet lives.  We should not take peace and quiet for granted.  We should give thanks for any rulers who allow Christians to practice their faith in freedom, peace, quiet with all godliness and holiness. 

Prayer: Thank you God for the opportunity to practice my belief in you in peace and quiet.