
It’s no secret that Iran has backed and supported terror organizations for decades. Especially those who seek the utter destruction of Israel. Most specifically, today, terror groups like Hamas and the Palestinian Islamic Jihad.
And while all of us have been skeptical of reports that indicate Iran’s compliance with nuclear sanctions, the reality that Iran has removed any attempt of hiding its violent intentions has made the threat even more significant.
Our hearts are consistently burdened to pray for the peace of Israel: for the people and families who are caught in the crossfire of terrorism, for the wisdom and strength of Israeli leaders and for God to move and change the hearts of leaders who embrace ideologies of terror and violence.
But the burden to pray has been even more acute in the previous weeks as flare-ups along the Gaza boundary erupted, and the skies over Israel were set on fire as extremist forces launched a barrage of rockets, forcing Israel to counter and defend herself and her people.

Israel has come under scrutiny for its military actions in Gaza

God’s love for Israel shows through His favor toward those who love her. “Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: ‘May those who love you be secure’” (Psalm 122:6).

The United States has an established history of standing with Israel. Since President Truman supported the founding of the State of Israel in 1948...