Once upon a time, in a peaceful village nestled between rolling hills, there lived a wise elder named Samuel. Samuel was known far and wide for his deep faith and wisdom. Every evening, as the sun dipped below the horizon, villagers gathered around him to hear his stories and teachings.

One evening, Samuel began to share a story about the power of intercessory prayer. He opened his well-worn Bible and read from 1 Timothy 2:1-2, “Here are my directions: Pray much for others; plead for God’s mercy upon them; give thanks for all he is going to do for them. Pray in this way for kings and all others who are in authority over us, or are in places of high responsibility, so that we can live in peace and quietness, spending our time in godly living and thinking much about the Lord.”

Samuel closed his...