1 Timothy 2:1-2
1 I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people— 2 for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness.
No, praying, “Lord zap them!” does not count as praying for someone. As a matter of fact, I believe we can agree that Jesus had many enemies. If you recall some of His final words were, “Father forgive them for they know not what they do” (Luke 23:24). Now, I do need to mention here that David, on the other hand, in Psalms has a few zap them prayers. But in His defense, he had not been told to love others as yourself (Matthew 22:39).
Praying for someone who has hurt you or hurt someone you love is not easy. Praying for the person in charge that you did not vote for instead of tearing them down is not easy. But it is freeing. It is also a secret weapon of zap them, Lord. However, you are asking God to zap them with love, grace, and wisdom. You are asking God to open their eyes and help change their hearts. Along the way, God opens your eyes and changes your heart. Freeing you from all the hatred you are burdened with. So yes, go ahead and ask God to zap your enemies with blessings so that He can zap you too.
Lord, I hold grudges. Instead, I want to zap my enemies with blessings Lord. You show me grace and love Lord. Now I want to pass it on to all people. ~amen
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