We don’t live in a vacuum, but in a world that desperately needs peace and godliness. Our prayers that God’s ways will prevail (over the manipulation and misuse of power in politics) are crucially important. All the politics we know in the natural realm require the exercise of power (usually either through the manipulation of force or the manipulation of words), but God’s kingdom operates in entirely different ways. Let’s pray for those who have authority over us, that they may learn to govern wisely and well so that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. (1 Timothy 2:1-2)
Pray for:
- our local councillors (Charlotte Johnson, May Noble & Ralph Sixsmith) and all working with BMBC to help people in this area
- all those working to improve our community (the local Council, residents, voluntary groups and businesses)
- those involved in caring for families (GPs, healthcare workers, social services, nurseries and schools) to have wisdom in helping those in need, especially the vulnerable
- MPs and all in authority to govern wisely and to help the needy and marginalised in ways that reflect God’s heart.