Prayer Points
Prayer Points and the Fellowship Prayer Team unite Jews and Christians around the world to raise a chorus of prayer to God for the security, well-being, and protection of Israel and the Jewish people. By appealing to God on behalf of his children, the Prayer Team will make a powerful, positive impact on Israel’s struggle for peace and security, and provide a tremendous source of encouragement to Israel and her people. Add your voice to the members of the Fellowship Prayer Team.
Prayer Points
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future” (Jeremiah 29:11).
People in Israel and the United States held pivotal elections last week, with a new government taking shape in Israel and new congressional majorities in the U.S. While voters in both countries have spoken, many others around the world are still fighting for a future. This week, The Fellowship prays for those facing uncertainty and hardship, asking that they, too, may find hope, security, and the promise of a better life.
- Following historic voter turnout and the official certification of election results, Israel’s 26th Knesset is set to hold its inaugural session today, with all 120 lawmakers being sworn in by President Isaac Herzog. The Fellowship and our supporters pray that Israel’s new government will be guided by wisdom and a commitment to providing stable, effective leadership for the people of Israel. “For lack of guidance a nation falls, but victory is won through many advisers” (Proverbs 11:14).
- Our prayers are also with America after the midterm elections. May the newly elected members of the Senate and House of Representatives be guided by wisdom, unity, and justice. “but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint” (Isaiah 40:31).
- Recently Israel welcomed a variety of pastors and Christian groups seeking to deepen their connection with the Jewish people. These included members of the Black Christian Leaders Council, a delegation of young Christian leaders selected by the National Hispanic Pastors Alliance, and Hispanic pastors serving as Fellowship ambassadors. We are grateful for their visits and support, and we pray for their good health and continued dedication to our shared mission. “Come, let us bow down in worship, let us kneel before the Lord our Maker;” (Psalm 95:6).
- Our hearts are heavy as we continue to receive updates from Ukraine. Recent attacks have targeted a humanitarian aid distribution point and a train station, killing more than 50 people and leaving approximately 25 others unaccounted for. As The Fellowship prepares its Winter Warmth aid, we pray that shalom—peace—will shine upon the people of Ukraine as efforts to resume U.S.-brokered peace talks continue. “In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, Lord, make me dwell in safety” (Psalm 4:8).
- This week, we commemorate the 88th anniversary of Kristallnacht, when pogroms in Nazi Germany terrorized Jewish families and devastated Jewish businesses and synagogues. We are reminded of the consequences of turning a blind eye to persecution. This week in Philadelphia, we saw this lesson put into action as counterprotesters rallied in support of Jewish-owned restaurants targeted for their support of Israel. We pray that more people will learn from history and stand against hatred and persecution. “Then young women will dance and be glad, young men and old as well. I will turn their mourning into gladness; I will give them comfort and joy instead of sorrow” (Jeremiah 31:13).
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