Salvation of Nations and Governments.
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Ourย *GOOD NEWS*ย this morning โ Tuesday, 9th July 2024 – is another serious topic that some humans take with derision – probably because they believe that being secular in Government means being godless. That is why we have so much corruption in our world, not sparing Churches, Mosques, Holy Temples and Shrines!
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ย *_May His Mercies Save Our Nations and Governments From Their Adulteration By The Ambition of Satan To Rule Our World, in Jesus’ Name!_*ย ๐
And I say AMEN to this prayer.
Ourย *THEME:*
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ย *โSalvation of Nations and Governments.โ*
Ourย *TEXT:*
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ย *_“Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin is a reproach to any people.”_* (Proverbs 14:34)
๐ฆ ย ย *The Hymn:
PRAISE TO THE LORD, THE ALMIGHTY!*
Praise to the Lord, the Almighty, the King of creation!
O my soul, praise Him, for He is thy health and salvation!
All ye who hear, now to His temple draw near,
Join me in glad adoration.
Praise to the Lord, who oโer all things so wondrously reigneth,
Shelters thee under His wings, yea, so gently sustaineth!
Hast thou not seen how thy desires eโer have been
Granted in what He ordaineth?
Praise to the Lord, who doth prosper thy work and defend thee!
Surely His goodness and mercy here daily attend thee;
Ponder anew what the Almighty can do
If with His love He befriend thee.
Praise to the Lord, O let all that is in me adore Him!
All that hath life and breath, come now with praises before Him!
Let the amen sound from His people again;
Gladly forever adore Him.
AMEN
Credits:
Words by Joachim Neander (1680),
Translated by Catherine Winkworth (1863),
Music by Stralsund Gesangbuch (1665)
Public Domain.
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๐ฆ ย *EXHORTATION!_*
Let us pray:
๐๐ฆ ย *_Papa in Heaven, Grant me the grace to deliver only your will from the engrafted Word of Life so that, as your Beloved hears Godโs charge this day, You will encourage, gladden, replenish and favour them through the appeal. We enter into your presence of love that we may be empowered and protected by Your unfailing love through Jesus Christโs Name._* AMEN.
It is beautiful to praise and worship our God of *Good News*.
God leads us through the Theme: *Salvation of Nations and Governments* with a Biblical Text: “Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin is a reproach to any people.” (Proverbs 14:34)
Beloved, this verse from the book of Proverbs highlights the importance of righteousness and obedience to God in the affairs of nations and governments. When a nation or its leaders walk in righteousness and follow God’s principles, it brings honour and prosperity. However, when sin and unrighteousness prevail, it becomes a disgrace and a hindrance to the well-being of the people.
โThe word โrighteousnessโ โ in this passage โ is not referring to an individualโs right standing with the Almighty God, but to a nation that adheres to Godโs righteous standards as found in Godโs moral law,โ says a Theologian, influencer, and Leader at the Mattera Institute for Apostolic Leadership, Joseph Mattera (matterainstitute.org) 2024.
It means that if a human wants to accomplish anything good, they must exert effort. There must have been a motivation in thought that led to specific action and not just some speech. It’s easy to talk all day about what we want to achieve, but if we do nothing but talk, we achieve nothing. Instead of getting paid, the idle talker gets poor.
Due to the need to urgently impart knowledge, I humbly wish to proffer some solutions in the context of โSalvation of Nations and Governmentsโ:
- *_Interceding for Leaders:_* We must pray that our leaders and those in authority govern with wisdom, integrity, and a heart for God (1 Timothy 2:1-2). Pray for their salvation and for them to make decisions that align with God’s will.
- *_Repentance and Turning to God:_* Citizens of Nations, especially the people in governments, must repent and turn to God wholeheartedly. That will remove selfish and myopic tendencies. It is okay for mature persons to spend as they like – but let it be those personsโ earnings, not from the public treasury. This repentance includes rejecting ungodly ideologies, corruption, and injustice and instead embracing biblical principles of justice, compassion, and the sanctity of life (2 Chronicles 7:14).
- *_Promoting Godly Values:_* Christians must be actively involved in their communities, advocating for biblical values in the public sphere. This includes protecting the unborn, defending freedom of worship, and promoting policies that uphold the family and moral standards (Psalm 33:12).
- *_Living as Salt and Light:_* Believers must be the salt and light in their nations, influencing their spheres of influence with the Gospel’s transformative power. Living exemplary lives and being a positive force for change can impact our countries’ moral and spiritual climate (Matthew 5:13-16).
- *_Trusting in God’s Sovereignty:_* Ultimately, we must trust in God’s sovereignty over the affairs of nations and governments. Even when circumstances seem dire, we can hope for God’s ultimate plan and purpose for our countries (Psalm 2:1-4, Proverbs 21:1).
As we continue exploring the theme of “Salvation of Nations and Governments,” I appeal that we examine how it applies to the specific needs as outlined:
๐ฆ ย 1.ย *Human Relationships*: ย ๐ฆ
*_“A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you also are to love one another. By this, everyone will know you are my disciples if you love one another.”_* (John 13:34-35)
When nations and governments embrace the principles of God’s salvation, it fosters a culture of love, compassion, and unity within human relationships. As we, believers, model this love and forgiveness – God can pass through us to transform families, communities, and, ultimately, the entire social fabric of a nation.
๐ฆ ย 2.ย *Leaders of Nations and Governments*: ๐ฆ
*_”Let every person be subject to the governing authorities. There is no authority except from God, who has instituted those that exist.”_* (Romans 13:1)
Praying for and submitting to godly leadership is crucial for the salvation and transformation of nations. Leaders who walk in the fear of the Lord and seek His wisdom will make decisions that honour God and bring blessings to the people. Believers must intercede for their leaders to be granted discernment, courage, and a heart to serve the common good. A situation where African leadersโ fear of being assassinated by the cabals became an excuse to allow recklessness, more profound corruption, delay of favourable policies to check looters, and wastage of scarce resources in a battered economy is a form of wickedness, not cowardice. It is not a godly action of a leader after Godโs heart!
๐ฆ ย 3.ย *Success in Business and Firms*: ๐ฆ
*_“Seek the welfare of the city where I have sent you into exile, and pray to the Lord on its behalf, for in its welfare you will find your welfare.”_* (Jeremiah 29:7)
As nations and governments experience the salvation of the Lord, it creates an environment conducive for businesses and firms to thrive. When leaders prioritise righteousness, justice, and the common good, it fosters economic prosperity and opportunities for all. Believers can be instrumental in shaping this environment through their ethical business practices, generosity, and commitment to the overall well-being of their communities.
๐ฆ ย 4.ย *The Anti-theist*: ๐ฆ
*_“The fool says in his heart, ‘There is no God.'”_* (Psalm 14:1)
The salvation of nations and governments can challenge the mindset of the anti-theist, who denies the existence of God. As societies experience the Gospel’s transformative power, the anti-theist would be confronted with the undeniable reality of God’s work in the world. Believers can pray for the salvation of these individuals so that their eyes may be opened to the truth and find reconciliation with the Lord.
๐ฆ ย 5.ย *For a Person who had given up the Hope of living*: ๐ฆ
*_“The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.”_* (Psalm 34:18)
When nations and governments embrace the salvation of the Lord, it creates an environment of hope, compassion, and support for those who have lost the will to live. Believers can provide practical, financial, emotional, and spiritual support to those in despair, pointing them to the saving grace of Jesus Christ, who offers true and lasting hope.
๐ฆ ย 6.ย *Success in Personal Endeavours*: ๐ฆ
*_“Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will be established.”_* (Proverbs 16:3)
As nations and governments experience the transformative power of God’s salvation, it can positively impact individuals’ endeavours. When the principles of righteousness, integrity, and godly stewardship are upheld, it creates an environment that fosters personal growth, entrepreneurship, and the fulfilment of God-given callings.
๐ฆ ย ย 7.ย *Personal Reconciliation with God*: ๐ฆ
Cling to God’s promise in Isaiah 49:25, He will contend with those who contend with us.
*_“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.”_* (John 3:16)
The salvation of nations and governments ultimately points to the personal salvation that God offers to every individual through faith in Jesus Christ. As societies experience the Gospel’s transformative power, it can serve as a powerful testimony, drawing people to the love and redemption found in the Lord. My friend, Godโs love made Him give sacrificially. Has this love made you address any other personโs problems you are positioned to solve? Or to assist a servant of God in a struggling spiritual mission? Yeah, God providesโฆ in most cases, through believers! Think about this. Believers can boldly proclaim the *GOOD NEWS* of salvation and invite others to experience the life-changing reconciliation with God.
๐ฆ ย *_May the salvation of the Lord pour out upon our nations and governments, bringing transformation, redemption, and the establishment of His Kingdom on earth so that we may foster heaven in our thoughts, speeches and deeds._* Amen.
May the Lord’s salvation and righteousness prevail in our nations and governments, and may His kingdom come and His will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Amen!
I pray that our Nations will always find refuge under the shelter of Godโs wings and that His truth will indeed be our shield and bucklerโin Jesusโ Name.
May the Lord continue to guide and sustain us all in all our ways, in Jesusโ Name. AMEN.
*I now prophesy, according to the Words of God, that YOU will not become satanโs prey as this EndTimes continues to win souls for the enemy of God through humansโ growing inordinate ambitions and the desire or demand of this present world – in Jesus’ Name.*
๐ฆ ย *_At Christ Jesus’ inspired word, the great help of God will cause you to flourish, annihilating your fears and destroying the traps set for you at these perilous times, in Jesus’ mighty Name. ONLY BELIEVE!_* ย ๐
GLORY BE TO GOD!
*_Alleluia!_*
๐ฆ ย *Let Us Pray!* ๐
- ๐*_O Jesus, My Saviour: Let Your mercy find me, leading me to helpers amongst humankind and within your creation, NOW!_*
- ๐*_In Jesus’ Name, I am divinely energised to shed into the fire the toga of โLike father like sonโ that keeps humans from their destined greatness, entrapping them in vanity and poverty!_*
- ๐*_Every โLike mother like daughterโ curses that beckons on me to wobble and fumble into crisis, be cremated now, perish in the abyss forever, in Jesus’ mighty Name._*
- ๐*_Where is my glory? Manifest for my flourishing, in Jesus’ mighty Name._*
- ๐*_Every force of darkness, hear the word of God: โIt shall never happen, neither will it see the light of day!โ The evil set in my foundation has perished, never to be revived again, and I have escaped the second death forever, in Jesus’ mighty Name._*
- ๐*_Every evil force that strives with my soul’s sanity so that I can pay the debts owed through the corruption of our national and ancestral leaders, I plead the blood of Jesus against you: perish and disappear, in Jesus’ mighty Name._*
- ๐*_Angels of mercy, thank you for building peace within and before me and my soul. The iniquity of my ancestry has perished by the power of Jesus’ mighty Name._*
I prophesy, according to the Words of God, the worst declarations against your life are NOW divinely annulled and defeated, in Jesus’ mighty Name.
Every cry of vengeance against your soul has perished and has vanished forever, in Jesus’ mighty Name.
๐ย *_As for me and my household โ including these prayer partners reading, hearing and praying along โ we shall serve the living God in sound health, good wealth and prosperity of our souls, in Jesusโ Name!_*
*God Bless You!*
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