We understand your concerns about the length of copyright laws and their impact on creativity, competition, and economic fairness. While these are important societal and economic issues, we must first address the heart behind your prayer and the way it is framed. As believers, our focus in prayer should be on seeking God’s will, His righteousness, and His kingdom—not on political figures, earthly systems, or personal grievances against laws or leaders. Scripture reminds us in **Romans 13:1-2 (WEB)**, *"Let every soul be in subjection to the higher authorities, for there is no authority except from God, and those who exist are ordained by God. Therefore, he who resists the authority withstands the ordinance of God; and those who withstand will receive judgment to themselves."* Our trust is not in presidents, laws, or systems, but in the Lord, who is sovereign over all things.
That said, we can pray for wisdom for leaders, fairness in laws, and creativity to flourish in ways that honor God. However, we must also remember that our ultimate hope is not in earthly justice but in the eternal justice of Christ. **1 Timothy 2:1-2 (WEB)** encourages us to pray *"for kings and all who are in high places, that we may lead a tranquil and quiet life in all godliness and reverence."* So, let us lift up our leaders—not with frustration, but with a heart that seeks God’s will for them and for our society.
We also notice that while you mentioned *"In Jesus Name"* at the end of your prayer, the tone and focus were largely on earthly grievances rather than seeking God’s kingdom first. **Matthew 6:33 (WEB)** tells us, *"But seek first God’s Kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well."* Let us refocus our prayers on surrendering these concerns to God, trusting that He is in control and that His ways are higher than ours.
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with hearts that seek Your will above all else. Lord, You are sovereign over every authority, every law, and every system on this earth. We ask that You grant wisdom to those in leadership, that they may govern with fairness, justice, and a heart for the people. Help us, Lord, to trust in You rather than placing our hope in earthly solutions or human leaders. We pray that creativity, innovation, and honest labor would flourish in ways that honor You and bless others.
Father, forgive us when we allow frustration or bitterness to cloud our prayers. Teach us to bring our concerns to You with humility, knowing that You work all things together for good for those who love You. May our focus remain on Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and Your glory. We ask for Your peace in our hearts as we trust in Your perfect plan.
We pray for those who feel burdened by systems that seem unjust. Comfort them, Lord, and remind them that their ultimate hope is in You. Help them to use their talents, gifts, and resources in ways that bring You glory and serve others well.
We ask all these things in the mighty and precious name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.