Jeremiah 29:7

Lighthouse Bible 2006

And seek the peace of the city to which I have caused you to be taken away captives, and pray unto the LORD for it: for in the peace thereof shall you have peace.

Cross References

Ezra 6:10

That they may offer sacrifices of sweet savors unto the God of heaven, and pray for the life of the king, and of his sons.

Ezra 7:23

Whatever is commanded by the God of heaven, let it be diligently done for the house of the God of heaven: for why should there be wrath against the realm of the king and his sons?

Psalm 122:6

Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: they shall prosper that love you.

Jeremiah 38:4

Therefore the princes said to the king, We plead with you, let this man be put to death: for thus he weakens the hands of the men of war that remain in this city, and the hands of all the people, in speaking such words to them: for this man seeks not the welfare of this people, but their hurt.

Ezekiel 11:16

Therefore say, Thus says the Lord GOD; Although I have cast them far off among the heathen, and although I have scattered them among the countries, yet will I be to them as a little sanctuary in the countries where they shall come.

Daniel 4:19

Then Daniel, whose name was Belteshazzar, was astonished for one hour, and his thoughts troubled him. The king spoke, and said, Belteshazzar, let not the dream, or the interpretation thereof, trouble you. Belteshazzar answered and said, My lord, the dream be to those who hate you, and the interpretation thereof to your enemies.

Daniel 4:27

Therefore, O king, let my counsel be acceptable to you, and break off your sins by righteousness, and your iniquities by showing mercy to the poor; perhaps there may be a lengthening of your tranquility.

Romans 13:1

Let every soul be subject to the higher authorities. For there is no authority but from God: the authorities that exist are appointed by God.

Romans 13:5

Therefore you must be subject, not only for wrath, but also for conscience’ sake.