Our Responsibility to Israel
5/23/2021
I just heard last night where Israel is trying for peace with Hamas, even though Hamas only wants Israel wiped off the face of the earth, according to what they tell the world.
The Bible tells us to “pray for the peace of Jerusalem” Psalms 122:6 and I wonder how many Christians are doing that. There are at least two reasons, you most likely can think of more.
- The Word of God tells us to. Psalms 122:6
- When you pray for people you show your love for them and the verse above states if you love Jerusalem you will prosper.
History has shown us many times how God will bless those who bless Israel and curse them that curses Israel. In my mind if you support your enemy, you are blessing them and if you bless your enemy then you are stating that you are against their enemy.
We need to show support for God’s chosen people, the Jews, because without them there would be no Christians.
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C.I. Wilson
Our Responsibility to Israel
In a recent text, a resident of Tel Aviv, Israel reported, “Because of the ‘Iron Dome’ and our highly skilled armed forces, we feel reasonably safe. Nevertheless, we deal with disturbing air raid sirens which are sounding all the time. Thank you for your prayers and please keep praying.”
“Israel is being attacked by violent rioters and the terrorist group Hamas. America must stand strong alongside our ally and friend.”[1] It is more and more evident that the nations of the world are turning against Israel. This sadly includes our own USA as seen in the recent changes in our policies regarding this long-time ally. The current administration is turning its back on Israel to favor Hamas.[2] These moves will clearly not benefit us or the rest of the world. God, who keeps His promises (Psalm 145:13), has stated, “Blessed is the one who blesses you, and cursed is the one who curses you!”(Numbers 24:5,9).
God is returning His people Israel to the land He gave them (Jeremiah 31:23; Ezekiel 37:1-14). His blessings to Israel depend in large measure in their possession of their land, the land promised to them (Deuteronomy 30:16). His promise of blessing to Abraham is given on the basis of their inhabiting this land (Genesis 26:3). However, not all are happy for this turn of events for Israel. Many nations are turning against them and in so doing, are turning against God. This is why Israel needs our prayers and support in every way.
Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: “May those who love you be secure. May there be peace within your walls, and security within your citadels…I will say, ‘Peace be within you.’”(Psalm 122:6-8).
Pray for their protection: Ask the Lord for His hedge of protection to surround them (Job 1:10), and a wall of protection for them (Ezra 9:9). “Spread your protection over them, that those who love your name may rejoice in you…you surround them with your favor as with a shield.”(Psalm 5:12).
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