February 16: "Praying for Our Leaders" by Kyle McClain

Nero burned Rome, blamed it on the Christians, and persecuted them.  Paul was living under his rule, yet still encouraged prayer for for those in authority.  (1 Timothy 2:1-3)
If Paul could encourage prayer for Nero, how much more should we pray for leaders in our day...even if they weren't our choice?  Practice praying for anyone that has authority or influene over you - for this is pleasing to God!  Pray for national, state, and local politicians.  Pray for national and local church leaders or anyone in your personal life that God may grant them wisdom and the ability to lead and that they may be God honoring, God fearing and Christ following.