Righteous Rulers

"When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn.... Many seek the ruler's favor, but every man's judgment cometh from the Lord" (Proverbs 29:2,26).

Lord of heaven, hear our prayer,
Though we don't deserve Your grace:
Give us rulers that prepare
To serve You in this time and place.

Many seek the ruler's favor,
But all too few are seeking God.
Give us those who love the Savior,
Not the power men applaud.

Let the ruler's of Your choice,
Come into authority
That Your people may rejoice,
As you answer thus our plea.

We're waiting, Lord, for Your return
When the trumpet blast shall sound.
Until that day we'll pray and yearn
For righteous rulers to be found.