Ultimate King,

Who has given us kingdoms and dictatorships and democracies, we acknowledge You as Sovereign, our primary Ruler, where the buck stops and the love begins.  Thank You for the everlasting freedom You provide in Christ Jesus.  We are Your subjects, by choice and design.  Awl our earlobes.  Fit us with armor.  Clothe us in Christ.  We are at Your call as bond slaves, warriors, and heirs of the throne.

Forgive us for yesterday, the independence, the rebellion, the stupidity.  Purify us again that we might plead on behalf of our people.

Father, we pray today for the leaders of nations, of organizations, of corporations, states, principalities, and homes.  We ask only what You have promised us, that You have brought them to positions of power to glorify the Name of Jesus.  We pray in the Name of Jesus for evil to be exposed and deposed, for Truth to reign in all levels of authority.

Father, we pray a double dose of blessing upon the leaders of Your Church, asking You to pour wisdom, discernment, faith, and grace upon them as mighty waterfalls.  Flood them with the cleansing power of Christ.  Encourage them in the work You have set before them.  Burn their spirits with Your Spirit in vision, guidance, and the grandeur of Jesus so that they will not doubt Your will and Your ways.  May we, Your Church, be a joy and a crown to them in our obedience and faith.

Honor to Christ.  Amen.