Second Outpost of Palestinian Protesters Razed: For the second time, an outpost of Palestinians protesting the E1 building plan has been razed. Around 400 Palestinians protested at the site and claim that the land belongs to Palestinians. Israel claims the land is state owned. Please pray for Israel to have wisdom and to act justly as they look to develop the region. Intercede for Israelis to not force God’s will and seek vengeance for past grievances but rather seek to benefit all involved. Please also pray that the Palestinians would not set themselves against Israel but would be able to live alongside Israelis in peace. Lastly, please pray for God’s restoration and healing of the land. For more, see Palestinian Protest Razed Again

Palestinians Riot in Ramallah: 18 Palestinians were injured in riots in Ramallah. Palestinians were protesting the imprisonment of Palestinians in Israel, many of whom are suspected of being in terror groups.  Please pray for God’s peace to come to the Palestinians and that there would be a great revival among the Palestinian people, leading many to turn to the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob. Furthermore, please intercede for those charged with keeping order-that they would be protected and that they would act in wisdom. For more, see Palestinians Riot

Israeli Elections: Israel will hold elections for a new government tomorrow- Tuesday, January 22, 2013. Please continue to pray that God will protect Israel during this time of campaigning and that all members of the government will keep Israel’s security and the safety of her people as a top priority. Please also pray that the people of Israel will elect a God-fearing leader who will lead Israel in these trying times. For a Messianic perspective, see Who Will Lead…

Please continue to pray for the Body of Messiah in Israel as Israel is facing uncertain times; please pray we will be a great source of blessing to all Israel and that through our witness, many in Israel will come to know their Messiah.  Please pray for strength, courage, gentleness, and boldness in our witness to our neighbors who do not yet know Yeshua.

Thank you for praying and standing with Israel! Shevuah Tov…

The Hope for Israel Prayer Team