The 2024 election cycle is over. Your candidate may have won or lost. The American people will have to live with the consequences of the political choice for the next two, four, or six years.
If you remember the SBC resolution that I mentioned last time, Southern Baptists were asked to pray for the leaders of our nation (1 Timothy 2:1-4).
How do we do that even if we disagree with the result?
Let me suggest a model for a prayer for this nation, our leaders, and the church.
“Heavenly Father, You are the one who is worthy of our ultimate loyalty. You were not surprised with the results of the election on Tuesday. God, You are working in both the winners and losers to achieve your purposes in this country and in the world.
God, ultimately Your purposes will work themselves out in this world. We ask that the Holy Spirit will work in the lives of our elected officials. Draw those who are believers into a closer relationship with You. For those who are not believers, we ask that the The
Father, the church is Your body and not an organ of any political party. No government or political leader will prevail over Your church. Lead believers, Lord, to follow You and be Your disciples. Lead us not to fear men, but trust in You.
In Jesus name, amen.
The 2024 election cycle is over. The time for believers to pray is here. Set yourself a goal to pray the prayer above or something similar at least once a week for the next two, four, and six years. Let’s put our trust in the Lord.
Mark Riser - Apologist 