“FIRST OF ALL, then, I admonish and urge that petitions, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be offered on behalf of all men, for kings and all who are in positions of authority or high responsibility, that [outwardly] we may pass a quiet and undisturbed life [and inwardly] a peaceable one in all godliness and reverence and seriousness in every way for such [praying] is good and right, and [it is] pleasing and acceptable to God our Savior…” 1 Timothy 2:1-3

Praying for those in authority:

Pray that they be God-fearing and recognize that they are accountable to Him for each decision and act. (Proverbs 9:10)

Pray that, if unsaved, they will be drawn to a saving encounter with Christ; that, if born again, they will be strengthened and encouraged in their faith. (1 Timothy 2:4; Ephesians 1:17-23)

Pray that they recognize their own inadequacy and pray and seek the will of God. (Proverbs 3:5-8; Luke 11:9-13)

Pray that they be given godly counsel and God-fearing advisors. (Proverbs 24:6)

Pray that they desire purity and avoid debauchery, pornography, perversion, and drunkenness. (1 Corinthians 6:9-20; Titus 2:12)

Pray that they be honest in financial, tax, and ethical matters. (1 Corinthians 6:10; 1 Timothy 6:6-10)

Pray that they seek out and nurture godly friendships. (Psalm 1:1-3)

Pray that they have thankful and teachable spirits. (Romans 1:21)

Pray that they have courage to resist manipulation, pressure, and the fear of man. (Proverbs 29:25; 2 Timothy 1:7)

Pray that they endeavor to restore the sanctity of life, families, divine order, and morality in our nation. (Ephesians 5:21-6:4)

Pray that they be prepared to give account to Almighty God. (Hebrews 9:27)