Read: 1 Timothy 2:1–7

First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for everyone, for kings and all who are in high positions, so that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and dignity. 1 Timothy 2:1–2

We often malign our political leaders. We believe our leaders to be corrupt, out of touch with the needs of real people, and willing to say and do whatever will win them approval for the next election. We are cynical about our leaders, because we know how often political power…