![]() Even in the Promised Land, the Children of Israel had bad kings-and even in exile, they were ruled by good ones. Given the history of biblical Israel, Jews know the difference a good king can make over a bad king. In the Black church, the view of the prayer for leaders is more Jewish. The storming of the Capitol reflected a love for power that was far greater than the love for God. 6 insurrection, despite their professed belief in God’s sovereignty. This reading helps explain the vast support white evangelicals showed for the Jan. ![]() White evangelical Christians often see it as a wish for theocracy, a culture war, where God would drive the foes out and usher in an era of righteousness and holiness. ![]() NIV).Ĭhristian interpretations of this text vary. I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession, and thanksgiving be made for everyone-for kings, and all of those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness (1 Timothy 2:1-2. The prayer resembles a practice in my Christian faith tradition, as expressed by the Apostle Paul: ![]() In a world so deeply patrician, the prayer could be said by anyone on the political right, left or center, Republican, Democratic or Independent. Yet, this prayer, which has been repeated many times, is said almost by rote with little thought. Given the challenges our country currently faces, we all might agree that our country needs a lot of prayer. ![]()
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