Tikkun Global Jerusalem, Israel
Every family in Israel has been touched by the current war. Fathers, sons, daughters, brothers, sisters, friends have been called up to fight. The families of Tikkun-related congregations are no exception.
From the beginning of the war, I have been led to conduct daily intercessory prayer times in Hebrew. Here are some of our key points for prayer:
Strength and renewal for our government leaders as well as high level army and security officials who face constant criticism, blame and anger. Pray against division in the government and for the right coalition to form, of leaders who can work together in an atmosphere of mutual respect.
Guidance for correct strategy as we come to the end of the first phase of the war including the ability to disarm the last remaining terrorist cells still operating in Gaza.
Protection for the soldiers who are involved in present combat. It's become guerrilla warfare which is very hard to quell or curtail. Buildings are booby trapped and individual snipers pop out of tunnels or humanitarian zones.
Wisdom for our leaders in hostage release negotiations; where to draw the line for concessions. Yahya Sinwar, master of the October 7 attack, was freed from prison in Israel in a prisoner/hostage exchange years ago, and nobody wants this repeated.
Supernatural strength and stamina for the hostages. It is unfathomable how they are staying alive and what their mental and physical condition is. Some hostages who were previously freed said they maintained sanity by quoting psalms. Pray that they would find and cling to hope in God!
Continued healing and recovery for the hundreds of soldiers and civilians injured in the October 7 attack and since. There is a lack of adequate medical staff including doctors and rehabilitation professionals. Israel has been accepting medical volunteers from abroad who fulfill the requirements, something that was never done in the past.
Supernatural comfort and hope for the families of those killed in this conflict. That their pain would draw them near to God and revelation of Yeshua.
Arab Israelis, including Arab Israeli believers who are caught between their support for the country, and identification with Palestinians and Gazans. The Arabic speaking Bedouins from the south and Druze from the north, many of whom serve faithfully in the army, have paid an enormous price in this war, particularly with fallen soldiers. Some of the hostages are also from this community.
The rebuilding of Gaza, including infrastructure, medical facilities, and education without hate-indoctrination. And most important, the right body to carry this out – probably a combination of non-Hamas linked Palestinians and internationals, with Israel maintaining control over security measures.
The volatile situation in the West Bank where the same undercurrent of hatred for Israel exists. Pray for leaders among the Palestinian citizens who will be willing to work with Israel for the good of their people and root out this cycle of hatred and violence.
The northern front where a controlled war is already taking place with Hezbollah. As the more intense phase of the war in Gaza comes to an end, all eyes will be on the north.
Displaced citizens from northern and southern communities unable to return to their homes, work and schools.
For the Messianic community in Israel to be strengthened. There are many soldiers from our communities and outreaches to the displaced and needy. May the Lord lead us to embrace the needs of those both inside and outside of our communities and bear fruit for His kingdom.
“The fervent prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective.” (James 5:16)
