Jerusalem, Israel
NOVEMBER 2013 PRAYER UPDATE
Israel and the Middle East
* Reportedly, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks on the phone every other day with U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry. Two of the most pressing issues on the agenda are Iran and Israeli-Palestinian peace negotiations. Behind the scenes is U.S. President Barack Obama.
PRAY, according to 1 Timothy 2:1-4: "First of all, then, I urge that entreaties and prayers, petitions and thanksgivings, be made on behalf of all men, for kings, and all who are in authority, so that we may lead a tranquil and quiet life in all godliness and dignity. This is good and acceptable in the sight of God our Savior, who desires all men to be saved and come to the knowledge of the truth."
*The latest report is that Iran could achieve nuclear "breakout" within a month's time. After achieving that goal, it would take Iranian scientists only weeks to build a bomb. Therefore, there is the risk that it wouldn't be detected by intelligence agents in time. The Iranian program is so advanced, there is no time for negotiations. But, the U.S. is insisting on diplomacy with Iran, and this is causing another rift between the U.S. and Israel.
Additionally, Iranian President Hassan Rouhani is a master deceiver. He is using a high level of deception in his meetings with American and European leaders.
In 2 Timothy 3:13, we read "that evil men and imposers will grow worse and worse, deceiving and being deceived."
PRAY for greater discernment during these international meetings regarding Iran's request to become a nuclear superpower.
*The Shiite Crescent extends from Lebanon, to Iraq, to Syria, to Iran, and also includes Gaza (because of Hamas). Turkey is now trying to make friends with Iran. Russia is getting politically closer to Iran, and continues to sell advanced weapons systems to the Iranian mullahs, as well as to Syrian President Bashar Assad.
Meanwhile, Iran's proxies (Hezbollah and Hamas) have 200,000 rockets which can be used against Israel. Every place in the Jewish State is vulnerable to rocket attacks.
In Lebanon, 1 out of every 10 homes has a rocket launcher weapons storage facility. Homes in Lebanon are planned so the roof opens and closes when the rocket launchers are to be used. This launchers are in civilian areas, so that if Israel needed to respond to a missile attack against the Jewish State, it could mean that the IDF would be striking civilians in order to stop the rocket launchers.
In a future war, 30% of Israelis would be vulnerable to missiles being launched against the Jewish homeland by Hezbollah terrorists. Israel's population is expected to have to go to bomb shelters for up to 3 weeks or more if there is a war. There are, currently, 650,000 unprotected homes in Israel that need safe rooms during war times.
Iran could flight test an inter-continental ballistic missile capable of reaching both sides of the Atlantic by 2015. Iran already has he ability of reaching European nations with long-range missiles. Iran, with the help of North Korean technology, has been trying to fit warheads on its long-range missiles, which its leaders hope will one day be nuclear warheads. In the midst of Iran's political maneuvering in negotiations with the West, the U.S. Senate is trying to pass stiffer sanctions in Congress against Iran while the White House is trying to get the current sanctions lifted.
PRAY that the Obama Administration will act with great wisdom from the Lord in any dealings with Iran. Thank the Lord for the Legislative Branch of the U.S. Government... for the men and women in Congress who see the need to keep up the sanctions.
Pray that they will act forcefully as one united front in the face of the enemy, in order to stop all evil doing on the part of Iran. Pray that the Senate's plans will succeed, according to God's Kingdom purposes, and that all efforts by the devil to try and
*The IDF is showing off its military strength. The IAF (Israel's Air Force) has been in the news lately, with Israel's President, the Chief of Staff, and the Air Force Chief praising the jet fighter pilots. But, if Israel could attack Iran without fear of major
retaliation, it would have done so already. Israel needs U.S. military help which is conditional on Israel's willingness to concede "land for peace" in Israeli-Palestinian peace negotiations.
PRAYER POINTS:
*Pray that the Prince of Persia, mentioned in Daniel 10:13 and 10:20, would be brought low by the Lord God Almighty. Iran has called for Israel's annihilation. Entreat the Lord to pursue His enemies. Take up your weapons of warfare. The battle is not against flesh and blood but against the principalities and powers of the air, against spiritual rulers in wicked places. (See Ephesians 6).
*Proverbs 21:22: "He who pursues righteousness and loyalty finds life, righteousness, and honor. A wise man scales the city of the mighty and brings down the stronghold in which they trust." Rise up and declare righteousness and partner with the Lord in bringing down this stronghold!
*Joel 2:11: The LORD utters His voice before His army; Surely, His camp is very great. For strong is he who carries out His Word..." Be one that carries out the Word of the Lord and declares His will among the nations!
*Pray Psalm 91 over Israel. Intercede that Israelis will find shelter under the shadow of the Almighty; that He will be their refuge and fortress, the God in whom they trust. Thank Him that He covers Israel with His feathers, and under His wings they can take refuge. Pray that Israelis will not be afraid of the terror by night, nor of the arrow (rocket) that flies by day; nor of any destruction of the land. A thousand of these rockets may fall at their side. and, ten thousand at their right hand. But, it shall not come near the State of Israel. its citizens will only look and see the just reward of the wicked!
*Pray that, as in the time of Esther, God will raise up Mordechai's of good counsel who the kings of nations will listen to; that the bad advisors, the Haman's, will be exposed.
*Pray that the Obama Administration, though it has different geo-political interests than Israel, will submit to God's Kingdom plans. This is a test for the U.S. and other nations. It is about God's judgement coming, and how these nations will respond to His Covenant people and Covenant land.
*Pray that Israel will not bend to U.S. pressure to concede "land for peace". Pray that israeli negotiators will come to understand the Lord's peace.
*John 14:27: "Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you, not as the world gives, do I give to you. Let your hearts not be troubled, neither let them be afraid."
*Pray that Israel holds firm on defensible borders in peace negotiations with the Palestinians (i.e. the eastern border with Jordan must be protected by the IDF). Pray that the Lord gives Netanyahu biblical insight about His everlasting covenant with Israel and the Jewish People. Pray Netanyahu understands the need to hold on to God's precious land that He has given the Jewish People stewardship over!
*Pray that Jerusalem remains the undivided eternal capital of Israel. Pray that the nations will listen to the Lord so He does not have to punish them for trying to divide His land and His holy city.
*Zechariah 12:3: "It will come about in that day that I will make Jerusalem a heavy stone for all the peoples; all who lift it will be severely injured.."
*Jerusalem is the burdensome stone that the nations want to move their own way. And, the nations will suffer the consequences. Why? Because they are touching God's Holy Mountain; His Holy Dwelling Place; the place of His mighty Temple; the place of His return!
*Ezekiel 43:7: "Son of Man, this is the place of My throne and the place for the soles of My feet. This is where I will live among the Israelites forever." Pray according to the Lord's plans for the Temple site. Pray that both Jews and Christians can pray there with no restraint and no fear.
*Pray that God covers the heads of His Jewish People during the time of future battles for the survival and security of the State of Israel, according to Psalm 140:7-8. And, that as Israelis confront the plans of the wicked, the devil will flee from them!
*Stand with Israel as guards around the city. Decree the following:
"I am reminded Lord that you have set watchmen on the walls of Jerusalem, who are praying day and night. They are not silent. They are pressing in, mentioning Your name, and giving You no rest, Lord. I am pressing in too, remembering Your promises for Jerusalem. I agree in prayer, Lord, with other intercessors who pray for Israel, and will continue to entreat you, as we all wait until You establish.... until You make Jerusalem a praise in the earth! Raise up more intercessors, I pray, who will take their place on the walls of the city, interceding on behalf of your nation, Israel." (Reference; Isaiah 62:6-7).
PRAYER POINTS:
*Pray that the Prince of Persia, mentioned in Daniel 10:13 and 10:20, would be brought low by the Lord God Almighty. Iran has called for Israel's annihilation. Entreat the Lord to pursue His enemies. Take up your weapons of warfare. The battle is not against flesh and blood but against the principalities and powers of the air, against spiritual rulers in wicked places. (See Ephesians 6).
*Proverbs 21:22: "He who pursues righteousness and loyalty finds life, righteousness, and honor. A wise man scales the city of the mighty and brings down the stronghold in which they trust." Rise up and declare righteousness and partner with the Lord in bringing down this stronghold!
*Joel 2:11: The LORD utters His voice before His army; Surely, His camp is very great. For strong is he who carries out His Word..." Be one that carries out the Word of the Lord and declares His will among the nations!
*Pray Psalm 91 over Israel. Intercede that Israelis will find shelter under the shadow of the Almighty; that He will be their refuge and fortress, the God in whom they trust. Thank Him that He covers Israel with His feathers, and under His wings they can take refuge. Pray that Israelis will not be afraid of the terror by night, nor of the arrow (rocket) that flies by day; nor of any destruction of the land. A thousand of these rockets may fall at their side. and, ten thousand at their right hand. But, it shall not come near the State of Israel. its citizens will only look and see the just reward of the wicked!
*Pray that, as in the time of Esther, God will raise up Mordechai's of good counsel who the kings of nations will listen to; that the bad advisors, the Haman's, will be exposed.
*Pray that the Obama Administration, though it has different geo-political interests than Israel, will submit to God's Kingdom plans. This is a test for the U.S. and other nations. It is about God's judgement coming, and how these nations will respond to His Covenant people and Covenant land.
*Pray that Israel will not bend to U.S. pressure to concede "land for peace". Pray that israeli negotiators will come to understand the Lord's peace.
*John 14:27: "Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you, not as the world gives, do I give to you. Let your hearts not be troubled, neither let them be afraid."
*Pray that Israel holds firm on defensible borders in peace negotiations with the Palestinians (i.e. the eastern border with Jordan must be protected by the IDF). Pray that the Lord gives Netanyahu biblical insight about His everlasting covenant with Israel and the Jewish People. Pray Netanyahu understands the need to hold on to God's precious land that He has given the Jewish People stewardship over!
*Pray that Jerusalem remains the undivided eternal capital of Israel. Pray that the nations will listen to the Lord so He does not have to punish them for trying to divide His land and His holy city.
*Zechariah 12:3: "It will come about in that day that I will make Jerusalem a heavy stone for all the peoples; all who lift it will be severely injured.."
*Jerusalem is the burdensome stone that the nations want to move their own way. And, the nations will suffer the consequences. Why? Because they are touching God's Holy Mountain; His Holy Dwelling Place; the place of His mighty Temple; the place of His return!
*Ezekiel 43:7: "Son of Man, this is the place of My throne and the place for the soles of My feet. This is where I will live among the Israelites forever." Pray according to the Lord's plans for the Temple site. Pray that both Jews and Christians can pray there with no restraint and no fear.
*Pray that God covers the heads of His Jewish People during the time of future battles for the survival and security of the State of Israel, according to Psalm 140:7-8. And, that as Israelis confront the plans of the wicked, the devil will flee from them!
*Stand with Israel as guards around the city. Decree the following:
"I am reminded Lord that you have set watchmen on the walls of Jerusalem, who are praying day and night. They are not silent. They are pressing in, mentioning Your name, and giving You no rest, Lord. I am pressing in too, remembering Your promises for Jerusalem. I agree in prayer, Lord, with other intercessors who pray for Israel, and will continue to entreat you, as we all wait until You establish.... until You make Jerusalem a praise in the earth! Raise up more intercessors, I pray, who will take their place on the walls of the city, interceding on behalf of your nation, Israel." (Reference; Isaiah 62:6-7).