Well said Jill, in your answer.  gerlinda
 
We had our chance. It, personally, drives me crazy when people tell me to pray for our country or leaders. The Holy Spirit told me specifically, that praying for our leader and country would do no good at this point, that I should just concentrate on praying for the church.
 
http://www.fivedoves.com/letters/may2012/jillh52.htm