“First of all, then, I
urge that petitions, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for
everyone, for kings and all those who are in authority, so that we may lead a
tranquil and quiet life in all godliness and dignity. This is good, and it pleases God our Savior,
who wants everyone to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth.” 1 Timothy 2:1-4 (HCSB)
Today the US Supreme Court will hear oral arguments on a
religious freedoms verse healthcare mandates.
Hobby Lobby is at the center of the controversy. No matter your feelings about the Affordable
Care Act it clearly is affecting every individual, company, and religious
group.
The Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission of the
Southern Baptist Convention asked for a call to prayer. As believers in Jesus Christ we have the
tremendous power in prayer. Please take
some time today to pray for our nation, it’s leaders, and religious freedoms to
be preserved.
Also take some time to familiarize yourself with the
issues. The following links will be very
helpful. Prayer changes lives!
ERLC - Prayfor Hobby Lobby
Russell Moore – HobbyLobby and The Supreme Court: A Call to Prayer
#PrayForHobbyLobby
