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CONCLUSION
Mark A. Copeland
b. Pray fervently - 1 Ti 2:1-3; cf. Lk 18:7-8
1) Every time you pray, you are given a private audience with the King!
2) Sincere prayer to the King will have more influence than a trip to the ballot box!
c. Remember that our true strength is in the Lord
1) Not in weapons (such as horses) - cf. Isa 30:15-16; 31:1-3
2) But in righteousness, wisdom, and knowledge - cf. Isa 33:5-6
1. We need not look to the future with anxiety...
a. For the one in control is our Lord and Savior, Jesus
b. If we seek His kingdom and righteousness first, our needs will be provided - Mt 6:33
2. Even if persecuted, we can still rejoice...
a. For the kingdom of heaven is ours! - Mt 5:10-12
b. Jesus can help us to “weather the storms” - Mt 7:24-27
3. Speaking of the sovereignty of Christ...
a. His sovereignty over the nations began when He was raised from the dead
b. When we are united with Him in His resurrection, we can enjoy His sovereign rule
How can one be united with Christ in His resurrection? By being baptized into His death and then
raised with Him to walk in newness of life...! - cf. Ro 6:3-11
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