Yesterday I spent the afternoon with my grandchildren. I was happy to join the family for dinner. As we were eating dinner the second grader said, “We might be having world war three.”
“Why do you say that?” I asked.
“A boy in my class said that.”
The granddaughter who is in middle school said, “My teacher spent two class hours talking about what is happening.”
We had a discussion of the current news. The grandchildren listened attentively–they were concerned.
I am very glad to be studying Paul’s letters to Timothy at this time. I explained that Paul had sound advice and encouragement for Timothy during a very difficult time.
As I mentioned Paul’s letter to Timothy, the words came to me. “God is sovereign. He knows what is happening. We can pray for our leaders that they will do what is right.”
As I thought about our conversation I am reminded of the importance of time studying the Bible. We can direct our children and grandchildren to be grounded in the Word, sharing scripture with them. We can encourage them to participate in prayer for our country, our President, his cabinet and congress.
First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people, for kings and all who are in high positions, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way. This is good, and it is pleasing in the sight of God our Savior, who desires all people to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth. 1 Timothy 2: 1-4
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