SITUATION ANALYSIS -- 186

 

Jerusalem Israel

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022 PRAYER UPDATE

Israel and the Nations

God save the King, as the Queen has passed on to glory! 

See our previous blog entry for a commentary on the death of Great Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II at 96 years old. She was the longest reigning monarch, having spent 70 years serving the British people. The transition of power has been given to her son, King Charles III, who is 73, and the oldest king to ascend to the throne of England.

ISRAEL NEWS

THE NORTHERN BORDER:

Daily threats from Hezbollah to attack Israel’s Karish gas field are causing Israel’s new Northern Command leader, Maj.-Gen. Uri Gordin, to prepare forces in the north for a possible conflict.

The IDF is occupied with cracking down on terror cells in the West Bank (Judea and Samaria), to thwart terrorist attacks throughout the country. There were two major attacks thwarted last week.

Thousands of tourists are about to descend on the holy land to celebrate the biblical Fall Feasts. There is an interim Israeli government in place that wants to keep things quiet and peaceful, as politicians campaign for the November elections. The last thing they want to see is a war taking place in the north.

The terror army of Hezbollah now has the capability of launching 4,000 rockets a day at Israeli cities, with an estimated 150,000 rockets in its arsenal. Under the leadership of Maj.-Gen. Gordin, the IDF now has to prioritize its operations in the north, to protect cities and towns, from a barrage of rockets that could be launched by Hezbollah in the near future. Israel is ready with thousands of targets in sight, in Lebanon, should Hezbollah choose to engage Israel in a conflagration. 

PRAYER POINTS:

Father, we ask you to keep the enemy at bay. Allow Israel and Lebanon to negotiate on an energy gas deal which is of mutual interest to both countries, and which could result in peace on our northern border. As You allow the marking of maritime sea borders between Israel and Lebanon, we ask You to prevent the enemy from putting a stamp of disapproval on a good economic deal. Stop Hezbollah from exploiting this situation. Prevent this terror army from interfering and instigating an attack. Keep Israel’s northern border safe from intrusion. Disperse your watchmen to take their place in Your watchtowers, keeping a watchful eye on the situation, and protect Your people living in the north.

Psalm 44:4-7: “You are My King, O God; Command victories for Jacob. Through You, we will push back our adversaries; through Your name we will trample down those who rise up against us. For I will not trust in my bow, nor will my sword save me. But, You have saved us from our adversaries, and You have put to shame those who hate us.”

2 Samuel 22:40: “You have armed me with strength for battle. You have subdued my foes beneath me.”

Psalm 60:12: “Through our God we shall do valiantly; for it is He that has tread down our enemies.”

Psalm 108:13:  With God we will perform with valor, and He will trample our enemies.” 

IRAN TROUBLES:

While it appears that Iran does not want to revive the 2015 nuclear deal, it continues to escalate its nuclear program, while indecision reigns among Western powers. According to analysts, Iran is close to the breakout period when it could develop a nuclear weapon.

The initial JCPOA agreement that was supposed to curb Iran’s ambition to become a nuclear power, was signed by Iran and six world powers. But, the U.S. pulled out of the deal, under the Trump Administration in 2018, because it was perceived as not being a good deal for Israel or the West.

While the Biden Administration has wanted to revive it, the deal now on the table is considered much worse than the previous one, according to Israeli experts. Defense leaders and diplomats are shuttling back and forth between the U.S. and Europe, hoping to stop the current deal from emerging.

Israel signed a new strategic defense cooperation agreement with the United States, extending to Arab moderate nations in the Middle East, Now, another strategic defense cooperation agreement is being signed between Israel and Germany. These defense pacts are meant to bring an alignment between Israel and friendly countries around the world, who see Iran as a global threat that might have to be reckoned with, militarily.

PRAYER POINTS:

Proclaim that the LORD God Almighty is the defender of Israel and her people. He is the protector of His sovereign land, and will defeat Israel’s enemies now and in the future (even during the future war of Ezekiel Chapters 38 and 39). His timing is not ours, and His ways are not our ways. But, His Word clearly calls Israel to “fear not!”

The IDF is preparing for the battles that are coming. Let’s declare how and by whom, Israel win wars, according to Proverbs 21:31: “The horse is made ready for the day of battle, but victory rests with the Lord.”

Psalm 55:9: “Lord, confuse the wicked, confound their words, for I see violence and strife in the city.”

Isaiah 34:8: “For the LORD has a day of vengeance, a year of retribution, to uphold Zion’s cause.

Psalm 129:5: “May all who hate Jerusalem be turned back in shameful defeat.”

Isaiah 35:4: “Say to those with anxious hearts. ‘Be strong, do not fear! Behold, Your God will come with vengeance. With divine retribution, He will come to save you.’ ”

 

THE UPCOMING ELECTIONS:

The mudslinging has started between Israel’s political candidates who are trying to win over Israelis in the November election.  An extreme right leader, who is considered a “racist” by many Israelis, is gaining ground. The LGBTQ community is using the current interim government, headed by leftists, to expand its powers and to influence laws.

Believers are divided down the middle as to what parties to vote for.

We pray for the Lord’s righteousness to go forth, and the issues that are important to Him for Israeli society, be given top priority. We pray for a stable government that serves the people with Godly principles. We pray for unity between various conflicting political parties in a way that brings justice on the earth – with Israel becoming a shining light of the Lord to the nations – in realms of government, and in all aspects of life in the land.

PRAYER POINTS:

Lord, bring Israel into balance in governmental realms, and root out corruption and every evil thing. Bring stability to this nation, and stop the constant dissolving of governments, and the need to continually go to new elections.

Deuteronomy 25:15: “You must have accurate and honest weights and measures, so that you may live long in the land the LORD your God is giving you.”

Let the words coming out of the mouths of Israeli politicians be those that bring “the unity of the Spirit and the bond of peace,” to the people of Israel.

Declare, according to Proverbs 16:1: “To humans belong the plans of the heart, but from the LORD comes the proper answer of the tongue.

Proverbs 15:33: “The fear of the LORD is the instruction of wisdom, and humility comes before honor.”

Proverbs 16:9: “A man’s heart plans his course, but the LORD determines his steps.”

Proverbs 19:21: “Many plans are in a man’s heart, but the purpose of the LORD will prevail.”

Proverbs 20:24: “A person’s steps are directed by the LORD. How then can anyone understand their own way?”

Job 28:11: “They search the sources of the rivers and bring hidden things to light.”

Proclaim that God’s integrity will come into the hearts of these politicians that are running for political office. Ask the Lord for His wisdom to reign in the hearts of those men and women in government that are forming coalition partnerships. May these be holy alliances before the God of Israel!

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 Jerusalem, Israel

September 9, 2022 PRAYER UPDATE

Israel and the Nations

A word about the passing of Queen Elizabeth II:

 We pray for all those who are mourning in Great Britain and throughout the world...

That the Lord would give you a crown 👑 of beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, and a garment of praise instead of a spirit of despair (from Isaiah 61).

The rainbows that were seen over Windsor Castle and Buckingham Palace on the day of her death (September 8, 2022), were a sign of comfort from the Lord to the British people.

It is a time of great mourning for Britain and its provinces. And, a time to pray for the people because they have lost a “mother” figure of strength, and perceived stability and security.

A large kingdom was established during the time of the British kings that is already shrinking.
The times coming will not be the same as it was during the Queen's 70 year reign, and that is part of what the mourning is all about. People know, instinctively, that not only has an era past, but someone that was blessed in her service to the Lord and to the British people, also has passed.

For the majority of the British people the Queen was around since the time of their birth. They have always had a queen in their lives!
 

The shakings are now coming faster and stronger, especially on a governmental global level. The birth pangs are coming suddenly (as her death seemed sudden to many). Yet, there have long been preparations for a smooth transition of royal power (as the current "London Bridge" transition operation testifies). This is the steadfast way of the Lord.

Charles has become King Charles III. May his life become surrendered to the Lord as his mother's was. There is a global shift taking place. The British and others cannot depend on the comfort and security of a queen, or king, or any royal. The world cannot depend on any earthly ruler!

There will continue to be these quick and significant changes which produce trauma in the lives of individuals. We must be like the 5 wise virgins who were prepared with enough oil in their lamps, ready and waiting for His coming. He is our security and stability. His Kingdom is not of this world.

This is a new season where we will have to come up higher in order to handle the changes coming. We need to shift our dependence not on the kings of the earth, but on the King of Kings, with the comfort that only comes from His Spirit.  

The sense is that this new season is going to involve more shifts in royalty, with the rise and downfall of monarchies, because it is a sign of kingdoms divided, and rising, and falling again. (Matthew 24:7).

The kingdoms of this world, WILL become the Kingdom of our Lord and of His Messiah, and He shall reign forever and ever. (Revelation 11:15).

All these signs point to Him!

 

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Jerusalem, Israel

SEPTEMBER 3, 2022 PRAYER UPDATE

Israel and the Nations

 

On August 29, 2022, this word was sent to American intercessors by Global Prayer Watch:

 

*For those Americans who think civil war is the only answer for the future of their nation, this scripture was highlighted today:

 

Matthew 12:25 (New Living Translation): “Jesus knew their thoughts and replied, ‘Any kingdom divided by civil war is doomed. A town or family splintered by feuding will fall apart.’ “

 

There is a better solution. May His strategies be revealed to those who are diligently seeking Him!

 

These intercessors were warned that Americans should not use the arm of the flesh in lashing out at unrighteousness. Using violence to subdue the unrighteous is not the way of Yeshua (Jesus). God will deal with the unrighteous. For Americans, especially believers, to take law and order into their own hands is contrary to the teachings of the New Testament.

 

It could be like the Wild West once was! Yet, Ephesians 4:26 says:  "Be angry, but do not sin..." 

 

It’s time to be a witness of His redemption and salvation to those who are lost, bringing them into the Kingdom of God!

 

*Today, September 3, 2022, the headline on the Yahoo Web site: “Docs: Online declarations of civil war after Biden speech.”

 

According to Yahoo News, “Biden’s fiery speech In Philadelphia, denouncing former President Donald Trump, and what he described as ‘extreme MAGA ideology,’ has sparked online calls for violence, including death threats against the president, according to documents obtained by Yahoo News."

 

The article further states:

 

"Biden’s remarks also prompted immediate concerns from senior counter terrorism officials who said they fear that calling Trump supporters extremists would be viewed as a call to arms and would already inflame an already volatile threat environment.”

 

Whether this is fake news or not, or a political agenda further pitting the Democrats against the Republicans (and further dividing Americans), it confirms the prophetic word about the danger of civil war, and the warning for Americans to not take up arms.

 

American believers should stay above the fray, and concern themselves with intercession for the healing of the wounds of their nation, and for the salvation of the people.

 

May Americans align themselves with God's Kingdom purposes -- united not divided. May American believers, who know the Word of the Lord, not be angry. But, if they are angry, do not sin.

 

May they not follow a call to violent action. Rather, turn to our God -- who is the Commander of the Armies of the Lord.

 

2 Chronicles 32:8:  "With him is an arm of the flesh; but with us is the LORD our God, to help us and to fight our battles..."

 

May there be a heart cry offered up to the Lord, declaring 2 Chronicles 7:14, and may "He hear from heaven, forgive their sin, and heal their land."

 

 

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Jerusalem, Israel

AUGUST 28, 2022 PRAYER UPDATE

Israel and the Nations

 

HIGH ALERT: THREAT OF CLASHES WITH HEZBOLLAH IN LEBANON; FEAR OF IRAN; EXPANDING MILITARY OPERATIONS IN SYRIA:

Hezbollah’s leader Sheik Nasrallah continues to warn Israel that it will attack Israel’s Karish gas rig in territorial waters between Israel and Lebanon, despite the fact that the two countries are close to an agreement about sharing the gas profits on their shared border.

Fear has intensified and come upon the Household of Israel as it seems the United States, along with Europe, wants to finalize a new Iran deal. This new agreement would give Iran the ability to eventually build nuclear weapons, and Israeli leaders are united in their opposition against the deal. At the same time, there seems to be no answer to keeping Iran from enriching uranium, and from increasing the number of centrifuges towards achieving their goal of obtaining a nuclear weapon.

Israel has been bombarding Iranian missile sites and missile factories in Syria, killing Syrians and Iranians. It seems that Russia is distracted by the war with Ukraine, but for how long? How can Israel continue these attacks without major retaliation from its northern enemies in the future?

 

PRAYER POINTS:

*If it is necessary for Israel to take military action -- on its northern borders, and eventually to stop Iran before it’s too late -- then pray that Israel’s Defense Forces will be equipped to face these challenges ahead:

Jeremiah 51:20-21: “You are My war club; My weapon for battle; my battle-ax and sword. With you, I shatter nations; with you I destroy kingdoms. With you, I shatter horse and rider. With you, I shatter chariot and driver. With you, I shatter armies.”

*Pray that God will hold Israel’s enemies at bay:

Psalm 33:10-11: “The LORD frustrates the plans of the nations and thwarts all their schemes. The counsel of the LORD stands forever; the plans of His heart from generation to generation.”

*Declare that any plan on the part of Iran and its unholy alliances with other nations, will fall into confusion and fail. And, while Israel prepares to ‘defend itself by itself,” that the warriors of the Jewish People will recognize the Commander of the Army of the Lord:

Proverbs 21:30: “There is no wisdom, no insight, no plan that can succeed against the LORD. The horse is prepared for the day of battle, but the victory belongs to the LORD.”

*Proclaim that He is preparing Israeli soldiers by training their hands for war, and their fingers for battle (Psalm 144:1):

Psalm 144:2: “He is my loving God and my fortress; my stronghold and my deliverer; my shield in whom I take refuge; who subdues peoples (nations) under me.”

*Declare to Israel – to all its generals and defense leaders:

Isaiah 41:10-11: “So, do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen and help you. I will uphold you with My righteous right hand. All your enemies lie there, confused, and humiliated. Anyone who opposes you will die and come to nothing.”

Isaiah 54:17: “No weapon formed against you shall prosper. And, every tongue which rises against you in judgement, you shall condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the LORD, and their righteousness is of Me, says the Lord.”

 

ISRAEL’S POLITICAL ELECTIONS:

On November 1, 2022, Israelis will vote for a new government. While many intercessors like to pray political prayers for the candidate of their choice, we highly recommend that you don’t. Not everyone agrees who should be elected, and we prefer to stay in the “unity of the Spirit and the bond of peace” when praying through this important season.  We strongly advise that you pray regarding issues that are important to the Lord. For example:

(1) A government in place that will walk in integrity, wisdom, understanding, and carry out righteous principles in serving the Lord.

(2) A government of leaders who are servants, and care about the needs of the people, and are not distracted by bribery, corruption, or backdoor deals to appease their coalition partners.

(3) A government that preserves the covenant land of God, and does not intend to divide His land or His Holy City, Jerusalem.

(4) A government that is favorable towards all those who are walking in the faith of Yeshua (Jesus) and will not engage in persecution against the believers in the Body of Messiah.

(5) A government of moral standards that does not encourage the degradation of society through: (a) gender confusion; (b) the murdering of life in the womb; (c) adultery; and (d) every evil behavior that is against the word of God.

Pray for a government that stands on high moral principles and sets an example for the people.

 

PRAYER POINTS:

*Declare Proverbs 19:21 over all political parties and all leaders who would like to become Prime Minister of the State of Israel: “Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is the LORD’s purpose that prevails!”

*Remembering Who is in charge of Israel’s government:

Isaiah 33:22: “For the LORD is our judge; the LORD is our lawgiver; the LORD is our king; It is He who will save us.”

*Pray that the younger politicians will observe good behavior in the older politicians, who will show a Godly example to them; that all men and women in power will walk, humbly, before the LORD.

1 Peter 5:5: “In the same way, you who are younger, submit yourselves to your elders. All of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another because, ‘God opposes the proud, but shows favor to the humble.’ ”

Proverbs 3:34: “He mocks proud mockers but shows favor to the humble and oppressed.”

*Pray that Jerusalem, the seat of power and authority in Israel, will be a city that has a stable government and righteous Godly leaders who are put in positions that are suitable to their giftings.

*Pray that the LORD removes all those who are unfaithful to Him, and who will not seek His face.

*Pray that He cleanses the halls of the Knesset and removes all those who want to forsake Him and remain in their transgressions. May the Lord test the hearts of the future leaders of Israel.

Isaiah 1:26-27: “Then, I will restore your judges as at the first, and your counselors as at the beginning; After that, you will be called the city of righteousness; a faithful city. Zion will be redeemed with justice, and her repentant ones with righteousness.” 

 

THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING A WATCHMAN ON THE WALLS TO STAND IN THE GAP BEFORE IT’S TOO LATE:

Ezekiel 22:30: “I looked for someone among them who would build up the wall and stand before Me in the gap on behalf of the land, so I would not have to destroy it, but I found no one.”

Isaiah 62:6-7: “I have posted watchmen on your walls, O Jerusalem; they will never be silent day or night. You who call on the LORD, do not keep silent; give yourselves no rest, and give Him no rest till He establishes, and till He makes Jerusalem a praise in the earth.”