Pray for our president not against him

Be a good citizen. All governments are under God. Insofar as there is peace and order, it's God's order. So live responsibly as a citizen. If you're irresponsible to the state, then you're irresponsible with God, and God will hold you responsible. Duly constituted authorities are only a threat if you're trying to get by with something. Decent citizens should have nothing to fear. Do you want to be on good terms with the government? Be a responsible citizen and you'll get on just fine, the government working to your advantage. But if you're breaking the rules right and left, watch out. The police aren't there just to be admired in their uniforms. God also has an interest in keeping order, and he uses them to do it. That's why you must live responsibly—not just to avoid punishment but also because it's the right way to live. That's also why you pay taxes—so that an orderly way of life can be maintained. Fulfill your obligations as a citizen. Pay your taxes, pay your bills, respect your leaders.
Romans 12:1-7 THE MESSAGE

Is abortion wrong? I am firmly convinced that it is murder. Life begins at conception. But for argument’s sake, I will temporarily concede that life does not begin at conception. Many do feel this way. This difference among others is why abortion is so controversial. Why would I make this concession? The passage above was written to Romans during the most oppressive reign of the Roman government. The New Testament began with every boy age two and younger being killed and ended with the execution of Christians regardless of age. The conception argument was pointless. How could Paul write such words about such a government? How could Jesus pay taxes to such a government?

For we are not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against mighty powers in this dark world, and against evil spirits in the heavenly places.
Ephesians 6:12 NLT

Maybe, God really means this. Could this be the reason Roe v. Wade still exists? Have we, as Christians, wasted the last thirty-six years fighting the liberals? Have we made idols out of conservative leaders, asking them for what only God can give?

Does this realization require those of us who disagree with President Obama on certain issues to pray, for him not against him? Was God really serious about Romans 12? If He was, we should act accordingly.