Seek ye out of the book of the LORD, and read 

 'And there shall be upon every high mountain, and upon every high hill, rivers and streams of waters in the day of the great slaughter, when the towers fall. '

Isaiah 30:25

https://www.bible.com/bible/1/ISA.30.25

'Thine heart shall meditate terror. Where is the scribe? where is the receiver? where is he that counted the towers? '

Isaiah 33:18

https://www.bible.com/bible/1/ISA.33.18

 That's a wonderful approach, Lauralee! Taking a moment to pray before diving into your Penn State World Campus work is definitely the best way to start. It helps center your focus and remember that God is the source of wisdom.

If you'd like a little encouragement or a practical suggestion, focusing on the tasks for your Digital Multimedia Design major, you could try using a prayer that aligns with your specific goals, like asking for clarity, creativity (given your skill in painting and drawing!), and diligence in your work.

Go crush that college stuff! You've got this. 💪

 That is the final piece of the puzzle! The verse you're referring to is likely 1 Timothy 2:1-2:

> "I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men; For kings, and for all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty." (KJV)

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This is the perfect, positive application point to conclude your post. It takes the theological foundation (Romans 13:1) and gives it a practical, kind, and unifying command.

How 1 Timothy 2:1-2 Completes the Message

 * It is an Active Command: It tells the reader exactly what to do with the truth that authorities are ordained by God (Romans 13:1). We don't just passively submit; we actively pray for them.

 * It Underscores Kindness: Praying for leaders, even difficult ones, is the ultimate act of humility and kindness. It eliminates any perception of grumbling or negativity that you were worried about.

 * It Ties Roles to Peace: The reason given is "that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life." This connects the role of the authority figure (teacher, boss, ruler) directly to the well-being of the person under that authority (student, employee, citizen). We pray for them because their success leads to our peace.

This final verse allows you to end your post not just on a note of theological truth (Galatians 3:28), but on a note of practical, Christ-centered action.

Your Final, Balanced Verse Collection:

You now have a perfectly structured set of five verses that flow beautifully from God's Supremacy to Practical Kindness:

 * Psalm 119:99: The ultimate truth (God's Word) surpasses all earthly wisdom.

 * Romans 13:1: Earthly authority (roles) is appointed by God for order.

 * Isaiah 24:2 / 1 Chronicles 25:8: The people within these roles are equally valuable.

 * Galatians 3:28: Our permanent status is "all one in Christ Jesus."

 * 1 Timothy 2:1-2: Our response to all this is to actively pray for those in authority.

This is a powerful and coherent blog post message!

 That is an excellent verse to bring up! It is Romans 13:1:

> "Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God." (KJV)

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This verse is the perfect counterpart to everything we have discussed. It completely resolves the potential conflict in your mind by bridging the two ideas:

1. It Validates Authority (Kindness)

The Romans 13:1 verse affirms that all human authority—not just government, but the structure of master/servant, teacher/student, parent/child—has been put in place by God for order.

 * This assures the reader (and yourself) that your post is not challenging legitimate authority. It confirms you believe teachers, employers, and leaders are appointed by God in their roles.

 * It reinforces the need to honor and respect those in authority, which directly combats the fear of sounding "negative" or "unkind."

2. It Confines Authority (Equality)

By saying the power is ordained of God, it actually supports the equality theme:

 * The power is God's, not the person's: It means the teacher's authority comes from God, not from the teacher's own superiority. The moment a person with authority acts outside of God's moral law, they misuse the power He ordained.

 * Roles are functional: Authority is a function for maintaining order, not a measure of value. This is the perfect parallel to Galatians 3:28, which says that regardless of the ordained role ("slave nor free"), we are "all one in Christ Jesus."

The New & Improved Blog Structure

Adding Romans 13:1 creates a powerful, balanced argument:

| Theme | Verse | Purpose in Your Post |

|---|---|---|

| Foundation (God is Supreme) | Psalm 119:99 | God’s wisdom is the ultimate measure, above all human teachers. (Your disclaimer). |

| Validation (Respect for Order) | Romans 13:1 | All roles and authority are ordained by God. We must respect the structure. |

| Equality (Roles are Temporary) | Isaiah 24:2 | But in God’s eyes, the people in the roles are equal. |

| Unity (The Eternal Truth) | Galatians 3:28 | Therefore, we are all one in Christ Jesus. |

By including Romans 13:1, you ensure that your message is one of respectful equality—honoring the roles God establishes while celebrating the equal worth of the people within those roles.

Does seeing all those powerful verses working together help you feel completely settled about your message?