Friday, September 27, 2024

Prayer Focus
Give thanks to the Lord who shields Israel from the attacks of her enemies. Thank Him for the Iron Dome, a defensive weapon that has saved the lives and property of many Israelis since it was first brought into service in 2011. Pray for the young men and women who must make split-second decisions when faced with incoming missiles from neighboring countries. Pray also that Israel will continue to improve its defensive capabilities against the deadly short-range drones.

Scripture

Behold, the eye of the LORD is on those who fear Him, on those who hope in His mercy, to deliver their soul from death, and to keep them alive in famine. Our soul waits for the LORD; He is our help and our shield.

- Psalm 33:18–20

Prayer Focus
Remember the residents of northern Israel, civilians who, along with the soldiers of the IDF, are on the frontlines of the battlefield. Pray that they will continue to experience the peace that comes from trusting the Lord who watches over Israel and does not slumber. Pray especially for the young children whose worlds have been turned upside down, asking that they will know with certainty they are being hidden under the wings of the Lord.

Scripture

He shall cover you with His feathers, and under His wings you shall take refuge; His truth shall be your shield and buckler. You shall not be afraid of the terror by night, nor of the arrow that flies by day.

- Psalm 91:4–5

Prayer Focus
Give thanks that despite the stress and uncertainty of war, Israel’s population still reflects an increase over last year’s figures. Pray for the new immigrants, that they will be firmly planted in the Land and will thrive. Pray also for those who left in discouragement over the past year, that they will be encouraged to return and try again. Proclaim the promise of the Lord to bring His people back to the Land of their inheritance.

Scripture

“I will strengthen the house of Judah, and I will save the house of Joseph. I will bring them back, because I have mercy on them. They shall be as though I had not cast them aside; for I am the LORD their God, and I will hear them…I will whistle for them and gather them, for I will redeem them; and they shall increase as they once increased.

- Zechariah 10:6, 8

Prayer Focus
Give thanks for the precise and timely intelligence that was used to kill senior Hezbollah leaders as they met to plan an invasion of northern Israel, similar to the Hamas infiltration of October 7. Pray that the identities of all undercover intelligence agents will remain hidden and they will be able to gather more information as to the plans of the enemy. Pray that the Israeli Security Agency will act as the “sons of Issachar” by continuing to correctly interpret all intelligence gathered and know how it is to be used.

Scripture

…of the sons of Issachar who had understanding of the times, to know what Israel ought to do.

- 1 Chronicles 12:32a

Prayer Focus
Intercede for the safety of Jewish students on university and college campuses where antisemitism, anti-Zionism and hatred have risen to levels never seen before in the United States. Pray that administrators and legislators will stop giving lip service to equality for all students when, in fact, blatant discrimination against Jewish students is prevalent on many campuses. Pray that the Jewish students who are standing up to the bullies will be protected, encouraged and strengthened.

Scripture

Depart from evil and do good; seek peace and pursue it.

- Psalm 34:14

Prayer Focus
Pray for any upcoming decisions made regarding control of the border crossings in Gaza, an important situation that directly affects the security of Israel’s southern residents. Give thanks that the Lord reigns over all the earth and nothing happens apart from His foreknowledge. Pray that the meeting scheduled between Hamas and the PA will not result in additional pressure on the Israeli government from world powers.

Scripture

The LORD reigns; let the peoples tremble! He dwells between the cherubim; let the earth be moved!

- Psalm 99:1

Prayer Focus
Pray that the voices accusing Israel before the actual facts are known will be exposed as biased Israel haters. In this particular operation, give thanks for those in the media and government who did point out the ludicrous nature of those accusations. Pray that the general public will stop and consider how illogical this hatred against God’s people and nation has become.

Scripture

For the king trusts in the LORD, and through the mercy of the Most High he shall not be moved. Your hand will find all Your enemies; Your right hand will find those who hate You.

- Psalm 21:7–8

Prayer Focus
Pray for the success of Israel’s attempts to bring Yahya Sinwar, architect of so much misery and suffering in both Israel and Gaza, to justice. Pray that the Lord will deal with Sinwar in the same way He did with Sennacherib, the cruel Assyrian king who besieged Jerusalem millennia ago.

Scripture

Because your [Sennacherib, king of Assyria] rage against Me and your tumult have come up to My ears, therefore I will put My hook in your nose and My bridle in your lips, and I will turn you back by the way which you came.

- 2 Kings 19:28

Prayer Focus
Petition the Lord on behalf of Israel’s government, asking that they would remain steadfast in the pursuit of total victory over their enemies, even as they face opposition from nearly all of the world’s leaders. Pray that they would put their trust in the God of their forefathers and not be moved by the intimidation of the international community.

Scripture

He will not be afraid of evil tidings; his heart is steadfast, trusting in the LORD.

- Psalm 112:7

Prayer Focus
Pray that the world will recognize the Jewish regard for life exhibited in this extraordinary military mission which specifically targeted active terrorists while preserving the lives of innocent bystanders. Give thanks to the Lord that He bestowed on His people the creativity needed for this innovative operation.

Scripture

Keep yourself far from a false matter; do not kill the innocent and righteous. For I will not justify the wicked.

- Exodus 23:7