From: Bill Fiess
Sent: Apr 14, 2008 6:08 PM
To: Zane Hodges
Subject: 1 Tim. 2:1-4
Zane,
Here is a brief question concerning 1 Tim. 2:1-4.
In verse 2, Paul is urging us to pray for “kings and all who are in authority that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and reverence.” But what is the reason for this?
Is Paul just suggesting that we pray for a life without civil turmoil? I know that one well known Bible teacher suggested that the reason was that in such an peaceful environment the gospel could go forth more effectively [where he cited verses 3 and 4]. But I am not sure about that – because it seems often that the gospel takes more root in situations where there is great civil unrest and even opposition against it. I’m not sure if I see the real connection between verses 1-2 and verses 3-4.
Thanks for your insight on this.
Bill
From: Zane Hodges
Date: 4/15/2008 10:34:35 AM
To: Bill Fiess
Subject: Re: 1 Tim. 2:1-4
Bill,
It seems to me that long term the gospel prospers better in a peaceful USA than in a country with internal turmoil. Besides God cares about his people having peace.
Zane