Not a Suggestion

Do not speak evil of God, and do not curse a leader of your people.

Exodus 22:28 GNT

While we may never dream of speaking evil of God, I don't know anyone who has not said bad things about some political leader. Sadly, myself included.

In this - an election year - this verse is very clear... and scary. It strikes me to the heart with conviction. It doesn't say 'you shouldn't' as though you can choose either way (although the choice is yours); to the child of God, it says, 'Do NOT'...

Prayer:

Father,

           Forgive us our sin of cursing our leaders when in 1st Timothy 2:2 You clearly call us to pray for all who are in authority so that we can live peaceful and quiet lives marked by godliness and dignity. Forgive us, O God. Put a guard over our mouths. Change our hearts to follow You purely, according to Your Word. In Jesus' Name we pray. Amen

Through the Bible in a Year
Reading for February 5
Exodus 21:22-23:13
Matthew 24:1-28
Psalm 29:1-11
Proverbs 7:6-23