Praying in Agreement with the Israeli Body of Messiah
Strategically Aimed for the Lord’s Harvest in Israel
KEY PRAYER POINTS FOR PUBLIC DISTRIBUTION
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Priority Prayer Focus
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This passage was the choice of several Israeli ministries so becomes the priority scripture this week. We see in it not only the ‘earth shaking’ calamities that are being experienced in different parts of the world, but also a sense of the joy that is set before us.
"At that time his voice shook the earth, but now he has promised, 'Once more I will shake not only the earth but also the heavens.' The words 'once more' indicate the removing of what can be shaken—that is, created things—so that what cannot be shaken may remain. Therefore, since we are receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, let us be thankful, and so worship God acceptably with reverence and awe, for our 'God is a consuming fire.” (Hebrews 12:26-29)
This week I am also reminded of what Yeshua said of nations rising against nations, and kingdoms against kingdoms – of famines, pestilences, and earthquakes around the globe: “All these are the beginning of sorrows." Mat 24:7-8
As one Israeli ministry notes this week, the shaking is not just for destruction but for the bringing forth of the Kingdom that cannot be shaken. This is likened to the birth pangs that brings for new life. “And although the birthing process is not always easy, it is always filled with the joy and the hope of the coming child. And so it is with us. As we suffer with all those who are suffering in these turbulent times, we have a hope and a joy that will not be extinguished.”
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Arrows from Zion
Strategically Aimed for the Lord’s Harvest in Israel
KEY PRAYER POINTS FOR PUBLIC DISTRIBUTION
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Whenever there are major situations exploding in the world, this is the time the enemy launches fresh major attacks on Israel. In the times when there is major distraction, then the enemy chooses to strike seemingly unnoticed blows against the Jewish state. But God is watching even when the world press and governments are not.
This is also the pattern we have noticed as far as how the spiritual enemies of the gospel in Israel work. When Israel is busy and distracted by battles, this is when attacks on the Body of Messiah begin to peak in Israel. When the times are distracting, this is the time to be most watchful on the walls – God is one call away to turn what the enemy has meant for evil, to good.
Pray for Israel’s leaders to make wise decisions, and not be pressured by those who would sacrifice them as insignificant. Pray also for the Body of Messiah in Israel, for godly wisdom, brotherly unity and the heart knowledge that their birthing pangs do hold the promising joy of new life now bursting forth.
Speak blessings upon the spiritual exchanges – pouring vessel to vessel – that are going on between the believers in Israel with each other, as well as their brothers in the worldwide Body. As Spring is blossoming in Israel and the tourist season starts in earnest, pray that there are deep brotherly bonds formed to meet the challenges and share the joys of birthing the Kingdom together.
In the midst of even great shaking, as in Japan, the LORD has stationed those who are able to step into the breach providing spiritual and natural resources for their countrymen. An emissary from Revive-Israel offers this Pray for Japan blog by ministry partners in Fukushima who are being used mightily.
For every Christian or Jewish organization raising donations among Christians to help the needy or other causes in Israel, there exists an Israeli ministry – believers in Yeshua/Jesus – who not only minister in all those arenas, but they do it unashamedly in the name of Israel’s only hope: Yeshua. If an organization says they “draw the line” at associating with Messianic ministries, then understand they mean they are completely hostile to the gospel. Don’t hate ‘em, but invest your resources in better spiritual soil.
The Jerusalem Institute of Justice not only serves the civil and religious right of believers in Israel but invest themselves in many social projects like their Lone Soldier Program. An outreach to IDF soldiers who are estranged from loved ones – many because of religious beliefs that exclude military service. Pray for JIJ as they reach out in some unusual arenas. Pray also for all believers in the Israeli Defense.
Purim has passed, but inside the Weekly Summary of Prayer Requests from Israeli Ministries, are several wonderful insights and humorous sights. See posts, videos and teachings from David Lazarus, Ron Cantor and Uzi Lotan inside.
One of the lessons of Purim may be the balance between fervent intercession for dire circumstances and a joyous celebration of life thanks to our having a Deliverer. As Ron Cantor noted, “There is an old joke about Jewish holidays that they are all the same: They tried to kill us, we survived, let’s eat!”
Purim is also a major life event marker for the Ortiz family whose youngest son Ami miraculously survived a Purim package bomb planted by a religious Jew three years ago. Truly a miracle of God’s power to protect and heal, Ami continues on with his life while his attempted murderer plots with attorneys on how to beat the system and avoid being held accountable.
There are several follow up reports on the recent ultra-Orthodox demonstrations in Arad and Ashdod from the Beckfords, the Figueras and Howard Bass inside the Weekly Summary. Best news so far is that the demonstrations have backfired in public response. Read this in the Beckford report and also the Caspari Media Review under Praying the Headlines.
Watch the Israeli TV news (with English subtitles) of the Arad demonstration here. For a video review of the Ashdod demonstration, see the video being produced for Israeli audiences by Jacob Damkani’s group at xpoint (also with English subtitles). There are many wonderful testimony videos on xpoint including one on a couple from the Beer Sheva congregation, Dan and Dalia.
The Beckfords are back in court on Mar 22 (today) and 28th. Nothing is resolved yet and prayers are requested. The house arrest is relaxed somewhat – but only for when they travel outside Arad. In Arad there is a large yeshiva which will create trouble for them on first sight. Pray for the many issues weighing on them, including their finances and communications.
Here is an ironic twist, the Pentecostals and the Baptists of Kiev, Ukraine were brought together in unity in recent weeks out of a shared desire to learn more and understand why Israel is important to God – and to them and their nations. Well, not so ironic – more like prophetic. In receiving the Israeli brothers, the worldwide Body will also find themselves coming together as no time in the past.
Pray for the brother whose appeal for a U.S. visa is being resisted because of a previous overstay. Pray for favor to be granted as ability to come in and go out is essential for the ministry in further training and resources.
A last minute request has come in from a much loved brother in the north of Israel as he returns to the U.S. after his 94-year old mother has received an “untreatable” diagnosis from doctors. He requests prayer for both his mother and father to come to faith in Yeshua. We agree with him for the miracle of God revealing His son to Muriel and Nick before their time runs out on this earth.
We were so blessed to read the reports this month from a dear lady in northern Israel who is one of the pioneers of the faith in the Land of Israel. Ruth, whose husband Albert passed away a few years ago, says that she has just celebrated 40 years in Israel and God’s faithfulness in all those years. Her report inside the Weekly Summary will bless you, and indeed, it brought tears to my eyes as I read her simple, honest words of faith and serving the Lord’s purposes in her generation. Mazal tov, Ruth, you are a blessing to us all!
Inside the email attachments of the Arrows from Zion mailing is the Weekly Summary of Prayer Requests from Israeli Ministries. It is by subscription only. donna@d10r10.com
Arrows from Zion are key prayer points that reflect the more detailed information in prayer letter excerpts Weekly Summary of Prayer Requests from Israeli Ministries. Meant to give subscribers inside information that cannot be shared in public forums, the Weekly Summary are actual prayer letter excerpts, along with photos from the ministries of Israel, links to important stories, and contact and donation information for the ministries.
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Faithful unto Death
by Asher Intrater
Yeshua challenged the congregation at Smyrna, "Be faithful unto death" – Revelation 2:10. Whether we have an Esther personality of bridal adoration, or a Mordecai personality of prophetic righteousness, we are all called to be faithful unto death.
If you would like to donate to this ministry, click on the PayPal icon here Paypal: donna@israelprayer.com Or, mail donations made out to Donna Diorio at PO Box 111302 Carrolton, Texas 75006. I do not have non-profit status.
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