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"Therefore I exhort first of all that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks be made for all men, 2 for kings and all who are in authority, that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and reverence. 3 For this is good and acceptable in the sight of God our Savior, 4 who desires all men to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth. 5 For there is one God and one Mediator between God and men, the Man Christ Jesus, 6 who gave Himself a ransom for all, to be testified in due time," (1 Tim 2:1-6) Point to Ponder: If the church could unify in their prayers, across the streams in the body of Christ, bridging the generations (young and old), would it be possible to drastically reduce or eliminate crime in your city or county? Could we see righteousness returning to our streets in such a way where communities could feel the peace and presence of God? Transformation Michigan is coming along side of Adopt-a-Cop as we are to pray for all of those who are in authority over us. We must take a stand for our law enforcement personnel. We can proclaim today that no lives will be taken because of crime in our state! Every police officer will be covered in prayer! State troopers Larry Rothman and Ken Rochelle have a vision for all law enforcement individuals in our state. Please look at and study the links provided and connect your county with the prayer vision for those in law enforcement. Who will rise up and take the lead in the county you reside in? WEBSITE LINKS FOR ADOPT-A-COP: Adopt-a-Cop.org Trooper Larry Rothman E-Mail: Larry@adopt-a-Cop.org 517.673.1330 CLEF Ministries PO Box 627 Jackson, MI – 49204 CLEF MINISTRY INFORMATION - Michigan Det/Sgt. Ken Rochelle 734.260.5834 clefministries@comcast.net www.clefministries.org CLEF Ministries PO Box 131214 Ann Arbor, MI - 48113 ADOPT – A – COP SUGGESTED PRAYER FOCUS!"Let every soul be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and the authorities that exist are appointed by God. 2 Therefore whoever resists the authority resists the ordinance of God, and those who resist will bring judgment on themselves. 3 For rulers are not a terror to good works, but to evil. Do you want to be unafraid of the authority? Do what is good, and you will have praise from the same. 4 For he is God's minister to you for good. But if you do evil, be afraid; for he does not bear the sword in vain; for he is God's minister, an avenger to execute wrath on him who practices evil. 5 Therefore you must be subject, not only because of wrath but also for conscience' sake." (Rom 13:1-5) "Because the sentence against an evil work is not executed speedily, therefore the heart of the sons of men is fully set in them to do evil." (Eccl 8:11) THE BIG TEN:*Pray for their physical safety: The dangers law enforcement individuals face are immense. It is a daily challenge in a society today that is filled with violence, greed and hate.*Pray for their emotional well being: The mental, physical and emotional aspects are always on high alert. There is a combination of stress and anxiety always at work which can impact the mind in many ways. *Pray for their families: The families of our law enforcement personnel are always affected due to the pressures they face on a daily basis. Divorce can be a result and forms of escapism which are counter productive to the mind, body, spirit and soul. * Pray for wisdom: Our police must learn to make choices in spontaneous situations that continually arise that are filled with wisdom that will bring forth the greatest good. Wisdom is the right use and exercise of knowledge; quickness of intellect; readiness of apprehension; and a dexterity in execution. *Pray for understanding: The situations faced are very complex when dealing with human nature. Understanding is an exact comprehension by the human mind regarding the state of things, situations, words that are spoken, that are before an individual. *Pray they would have compassion for the people they serve: Compassion is painful sympathy; suffering with another; pity; and distress of the misfortunes of another. Our police are dealing with lives and souls that will face God some day. May they have a heart like Jesus Christ and feel what an individual may be going through at the time, and respond accordingly. May hearts never become hardened! It is very easy to become bitter and unforgiving when evil is encountered so often on a daily basis. *Pray that law enforcement personnel would come to know Christ as Savior: This is the greatest need of all as salvation is the pathway to resolve all individual problems that may arise. *Pray for their finances: We all face financial pressures. Our police personnel are no different so lift them up in this area of need for their families. *Pray for their health: The job stress in law enforcement can bring on many physiological changes in the body which in turn can affect the physical health of the body. *Pray they would exhibit integrity, honesty and dedication: A virtuous individual is to be highly regarded and respected. Temptations can present situations for any person to fail at some time. May they have spiritual fortitude and strength to be honest, dedicated and individuals of integrity. |
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