Intro:

“Canada was never a Christian nation, but historically it was influenced by Christianity and the various expressions of the Church, for both good and ill.”

- Don Hutchinson, Under Seige: Religious Freedom and the Church in Canada at 150.

Following Jesus in Canada means:

1. Remembering that God is . (1 Samuel 8)

Following Jesus in Canada means:

2. Live to bless the . (Jeremiah 29:1-7)

Following Jesus in Canada means:

3. for those in authority. (1 Timothy 2:1-6)

Following Jesus in Canada means:

4. to those in authority. (Romans 13:1-7: 1 Peter 2:13-17)

Challenge for this week:Call and/or send a short note thanking our MPP Bob Bailey ((519) 337-0051, 805 Christina St N #102, Point Edward, ON N7V 1A4) and MP Marilyn Gladu ((519) 383-6600, 1000 Finch Drive, Unit 2, Sarnia, ON N7S 6G5) for their integrity in representing the views of our constituency and letting them know of your commitment to pray for them in their role.