Pray for those in authority, but don’t stop there (a litany)
Leader: Pray for those in authority, but don’t stop there.
People: Aim at righteousness, godliness, faith, love, steadfastness, gentleness.
Leader: Pray for those in authority, but don’t stop there.
People: Do justice, love kindness, walk humbly with God.
Leader: Pray for those in authority, but don’t stop there.
People: Love God with all you heart, mind, and soul, and love your neighbor as yourself.
Leader: Pray for those in authority, but don’t stop there.
People: Look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others.
Leader: Pray for those in authority, but don’t stop there.
People: Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.
Leader: Pray for those in authority, but don’t stop there.
All: Love one another.