A Disquieted Soul

SUNDAY SUPPLICATIONS

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INTERCEDE:

Definition:   

• To act as a peacemaker between (two parties, countries, etc)
• (Usually intercede for someone) to plead or make an appeal on their behalf (Chambers 21^st Century Dictionary)

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Why are you cast down, O my soul?

And why are you disquieted within me?

Hope in God…

(Psalm 42:5 NKJV)

It is hard not to feel a sense of disquiet within my soul.

I sit in the safety of my own home. I look out of my window at the sun-splashed brick walls of neighbouring homes. I can see a small section of the main road which intersects with our secluded cul-de-sac. Apart from the odd car passing, the gentle ticking of my clock and the clacking of my fingers across a keyboard, all is quiet, all is at peace, all is at it should be.

But if I allow myself to contemplate, and turn my thoughts toward Gaza, then a very different scenario unfolds.

There is the carnage and rubble of bombardments. There is the displacement of citizens. There is the cry of innocent babies oblivious to the military tit-for-tat incursions taking place around them, which have left both them and the medical staff caring for them, without the necessary fuel, food, and infrastructure to care for them properly, to sustain their lives. There is the fear and despair of hostages not yet released. There is the stench of death and foreboding. There is neither peace nor safety.

Taking sides does not help. Airing opinions will not change the situation. Political and international discourse can only go so far.

So, who, or what is the answer?

God is the answer!

And seeking God’s intervention in this world’s affairs, in this ruinous war between Israel and HAMAS, inviting His assistance (through our intercession, prayers, and petitions), is the way forward.

It is God who has the power to change and direct hearts. It is God who is able to tread down His enemies. It is God who has the wisdom and ability to devise a way through impossible scenarios.

Dear reader, God does not sit back upon his sapphire-paved throne and leave humankind to “get on with it”, whilst the forces of evil behind terrorism and war, destroy nations, neighbourhoods, and native citizens. It is not God’s will for Satan and his cohorts to carry on their diabolical work without restraint.

So, if God is so mighty, why doesn’t he just up and do something? Why do we even need to pray?

Because God gave over the responsibility of dominion and the care of this earth to humankind. Having done so, he requires us to ask him to intervene. Because to intervene without being asked, would be akin to a relationship counsellor barging their way into the marital home of a quarrelsome couple and imposing their counsel and will, unasked! To intervene without being asked would make him no better than the despotic leaders or mercenaries of politically unstable lands, who decide to mount a coup.

That is why, Jesus’ model prayer includes the request: Your kingdom come. Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven.

That is why Jesus said: Men always ought to pray and not lose heart.

That is why God said: If my people who are called by my name will humble themselves, and pray…

So, will you pray? Will you take time out of your day or your week, to intercede for your beleaguered brothers and sisters in Christ, who reside in *Israel and Palestine? Will you have compassion for those who have been left destitute, disheartened, and displaced?

Prayer Focus:

Let us pray for one another to be faithful, fervent supplicants, and let us also pray for those in war-torn lands, particularly for the Israeli and Palestinian residents caught up amid a horrific battle.

PS: Are you wearing your spiritual armour daily? You need to, if you are to walk victoriously in life, remain resolute in your faith, and stand firm on the battlefield of prayer!

Let us pray.

Father God in Heaven,

We come before you to present our petition on behalf of those men, women and children who live in war-torn lands.

We pray especially for those who are members of the Body of Christ. We ask that you grant them inner peace and well-being, despite their circumstances. We ask that you grant them hope for their future. May that hope act as an anchor for their soul. May it keep them grounded and settled in their faith and in their relationship with you. Cast your canopy of divine protection over their lives. Comfort those who have suffered loss of home, family members, and livelihoods.

Almighty God, we cry out to you on behalf of both Israel and Palestine. We ask that you intervene and bring a solution to end the conflict on both sides. We thank you that what seems, or is, impossible for man, is possible for you.

Summon your miraculous might and awesome power Lord God and cause your good and perfect will to be done. We ask that you thwart the plans and devices of terrorist organizations and bring their counsel to nought. Orchestrate those circumstances that will lead to peace and reconciliation.

Prince of Peace, we ask that you take full control in these combat zones. Cause your spirit of peace to override animosities. Take captive and rule the hearts of leaders and citizens. May your good and perfect will prevail in these territories.

Father God, we ask in faith and seal our request with the all-conquering name of Jesus. Amen.

© Carol Hind

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With love,

Carol,

Author, Blogger & Prayer Advocate

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