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WEDNESDAY THOUGHT 12/19/12

December 19, 2012 on 12:06 pm | By John Ingrisano | In Faith & Forgiveness | No Comments

I do not like President Obama, either personally or politically. However, a friend reminded Susan and me in a letter the other day that we should pray for him. “Wouldn’t it be a kick if he gets converted and leads the country back to God?” wrote Carl. “That sounds like the thing that God would do.” Then he refers to Paul’s conversion. It got me thinking.

Then this morning, Susan said that, no matter what we think of Obama, he seems to have a heart for children. The killings of the children in Newtown, Connecticut, seemed to genuinely trouble him. Also, Obama seems to dote on his own children. This is something with which we can all connect.

My point: Pray for our leaders – Republican, Democrat, all. For me, this reminder that Obama has a heart for children is a starting point for prayer for the President. So, especially in this Christmas time and as our country continues to face potentially devastating times ahead, I know that Susan and I will pray for President Obama and all our elected officials. We urge you to do the same. – jri

“I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men; For kings, and for all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty. For this is good and acceptable in the sight of God our Savior; Who will have all men to be saved, and to come unto the knowledge of the truth.”

– 1 Timothy 2:1-4

And I exhort you NOT to respond with political commentary on this posting. My intention, as a follower of Christ, is to encourage all of us to pray for the President and for this country, not to engage in political debate. God bless and have a joy-filled day.

John Ingrisano

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December 19, 2012

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