Jerusalem, Israel
PRAYER UPDATE January 24, 2025
Israel and the
Nations
GPW News and Prayer Update
*HOSTAGE DEAL
ON-GOING IN 2025:
Israel-Hamas brokered hostage deal was negotiated and finalized before U.S.
President Donald Trump took office. Trump set a deadline threatening
consequences if the deal did not go through. Many people saw it as a bad deal.
But, the Jewish saying goes: “If you save one life, you save the whole
world.” The Israeli government has been
releasing 30 terrorists from jail for one civilian hostage released by
Hamas from captivity. And, 50 terrorists from jail for one soldier hostage
released by Hamas from captivity. Already, Hamas has altered the agreement.
Recently, four women soldiers were released by Hamas, instead of civilians. A civilian who was supposed to be released ended up not being in the group. Her name is Arbel Yehoud. PRAY FOR COMFORT OVER HER AND HER FAMILY!
Another woman, who is known for being
religious, and defies Hamas orders if they are given on Shabbat, was not a part
of the recent release. She was left behind. She is the one known for braiding
the female hostages’ hair before they are freed from captivity. Her name is
Agam Berger.
This latest release was women soldiers who have been
through much physical abuse. We need to pray for them, and pray for every
hostage still in captivity. Pray for the families who are waiting for their
loved ones to be set free.
Hamas has now agreed to release Arbel Yehoud and Agam Berger within a few days, which is an answer to prayer! Let nothing stop this agreement from moving forward!
LUKE 4:18-19: “The Spirit of the
Lord is on me, because He has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He
has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the
blind; to set the oppressed free. To proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor.”
*NETANYAHU UNDER
PRESSURE: Netanyahu is
under pressure to comply with U.S. President Trump’s demands for the hostage
situation to play out (even if Hamas is altering the agreement), and to keep
the ceasefires in place in Gaza and Lebanon, before Israel has finished dealing
with its enemies. Hezbollah is still trying to entrench itself in southern
Lebanon, in the demilitarized zone on Israel’s border. Israel is trying to keep
Hamas pushed back to north of the Litani River. So far, the Lebanese army has
not acted to take over Hezbollah strongholds in south Lebanon. And, it is
unsure how many of the forces in the Lebanese military are Hezbollah
supporters, mixed in with the regular Lebanese army.
Pray for the new Trump
Administration to understand Israel’s need for safe and secure borders, both in
the north of the country, and in the south. And, not to push Israel into longer
ceasefires.
Specifically, pray for Israel’s
government, which could easily get entangled with trying to please the U.S. or
any other country…
ISAIAH 54:17: “No
weapon forged against you will prevail, and you will refute every tongue that
accuses you. This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord.”
We speak this into the heart of
Israeli prime minister Netanyahu… that
he will be protected from the weapons of warfare that come from the enemy.
Pray also that he will be one
that serves the Lord.
ISRAEL’S GOVERNMENT:
Pray for other Israeli leaders,
including Israel’s Foreign Minister, Gideon Sa’ar, and Israel’s Defense
Minister, Israel Katz, plus others in the cabinet… that they will walk in the
wisdom and understanding of Solomon.
Pray that they do not rely on
soothsayers who talk of now being the time of “peace and security,” when it is
still a time of war. Pray that God
intervene during these ceasefires, so that there is no deception laid upon
Israel – no surprises – militarily or diplomatically, by any nation.
Pray that Israel is able to
destroy the enemy at hand.
We ask You Lord for wisdom and
strength for the Israeli government and Israeli soldiers in the field. Give
them needed discernment, and open their eyes to see what the Spirit of the Lord
wants them to see.
JOHN 4:17: “Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to
you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be
troubled, and do not be afraid.”
HOT SPOTS IN ISRAEL
– ON ITS BORDERS:
In Gaza, Hamas has, reportedly,
recruited 15,000 new trainees to fight Israel.
They are using the hostage exchange to gain an army of released
murderers from Israeli prisons with blood on their hands. These murderers are
returning to Judea and Samaria (the West Bank), and Gaza. Some are also being
sent abroad. Statistics show that at least 20% of murderers released from
Israeli jails, on average, commit new terror attacks after they are freed. Israelis
need double protection from the Lord. Raise your shields in prayer!
Sources say that its been
reported that there is a current major threat of a big outbreak of violence
coming to Judea and Samaria (the West Bank), instigated by Hamas supporters,
and backed by Iran. Until now, the IDF has been able to keep any threat of an
uprising to a simmer, and get it under control. But, there are worrying trends.
Sources say there is a bullying in refugee camps putting pressure on
Palestinians to support Hamas, and that means greater radicalism in the
territories.
Declare over Israeli citizens:
PSALM 121:7-8: “The
Lord will keep you from all harm – He will watch over your life. The Lord will
watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore.”
PROVERBS 18:10: “The name of the Lord is a fortified tower;
the righteous run to it and are safe.”
God’s name represents His
protection over Israel, and we proclaim His power and authority over His
land. In Him, there is safety.
EXODUS 14:14: “The Lord will fight for you; you need only
to be still.”
God is there for us, as our
warrior King; fighting our battles; we trust in Him to get us through; and, to
get Israel through!
Pray for the new military chief
of staff, and for officials in all sectors of government --
that His Chosen Ones will run to Him, and not compromise because of fear of
man!
PSALM 34:17: “The righteous cry out, and the Lord hears
them. He delivers them from all their troubles (fears).”
God hears our prayers,
and He rescues His people from their enemies and difficulties, as we intercede
for them.
Pray for right decisions on the
part of the Israeli government -- that they will know best how to protect
Israel’s borders. Pray that Israelis will lean on the Lord for right decisions,
and not on men.
2 CHRONICLES 20:15: “Do not be afraid or discouraged because of this vast army. For the battle is not yours, but God’s.”
(Source: Global Prayer Watch News and Prayer Update)