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Page 1: The Christian Institute We speak out on biblical truth in the public arena. The Christian Institute
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The Christian Institute

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We speak out on biblical truth in

the public arena.

The Christian Institute

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Praying for those in authority

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“I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone - for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. This is good, and pleases God our Saviour, who wants all men to be saved and to come to a knowledge of the truth.”

1 Timothy 2:1-4

Praying for those in authority

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• Those in authority• A peaceful and quiet life• Evangelism

Praying for those in authority

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Religious liberty in the UK

Praying for those in authority

• Historic freedoms• Atheistic assault

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Prayer + action

Praying for those in authority

• Spurgeon: “Some praying takes the form of action, and an act may be a kind of consolidated practical prayer.”• Paul’s example (Acts 16)

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• Religious liberty is precious• Authorities determine our liberty• Urgent prayer• Prayer + action

Praying for those in authority

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MediaMedia

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StaffStaff

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christian.org.uk

christian.org.uk

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Campaigns

www.reformsection5.org.uk

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Campaigns

www.scotlandformarriage.org

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Redefining marriage

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Redefining marriage

• Bill in Scotland

• Holyrood and Westminster

• Same-sex marriage

• Equal Opportunities Committee

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Redefining marriage

• The true definition of marriage: one man and one woman to the exclusion of all others for life

• Changing the legal definition for everyone will have far-reaching consequences

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King & King

Redefining marriage

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Redefining marriage

Please:

• Pick up Redefining marriage and join the mailing list

• Contact your MSPs

• Pray

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Religious liberties

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Religious liberties

• Threatening, abusive words or behaviour

, or insulting

• Section 5 of the Public Order Act

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Religious liberties

Hazelmary and Peter Bull

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Jamie Murray

Religious liberties

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Adrian Smith

Religious liberties

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Practical points

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Practical points

Be informed

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Practical points

Pray

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Practical points

Write letters

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Practical points

Visit politicians

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Practical points

Media

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