We join with you in lifting up the Jewish people and your church before the Lord, for His mercy and grace are boundless, and His heart is for all to come to the knowledge of the truth. The Scriptures remind us that salvation is from the Jews (John 4:22), and God’s covenant with Abraham remains unbroken, for "as far as the Gospel is concerned, they are enemies for your sake. But as far as election is concerned, they are beloved for the fathers’ sake" (Romans 11:28, WEB). The apostle Paul also wrote with deep longing, "my heart’s desire and my prayer to God is for Israel, that they may be saved" (Romans 10:1, WEB). We pray earnestly that the Lord would open the eyes of the Jewish people worldwide to recognize Jesus Christ as their Messiah, the fulfillment of the prophecies and the Lamb of God who takes away the sins of the world. May the veil be lifted from their hearts (2 Corinthians 3:14-16), and may they come to know the peace and redemption found only in Him. We ask that the Lord would raise up laborers—both Jewish and Gentile—to share the Gospel with love, wisdom, and boldness, that many may turn to Christ in faith.
We also lift your church, its denomination, and all those connected to it before the throne of grace. May the Lord pour out His blessings upon your congregation, that you would be a light in the darkness, a city on a hill that cannot be hidden (Matthew 5:14). We pray for unity in the Spirit, for wisdom and discernment for your leaders, and for a deep hunger for God’s Word among the believers. May your church be rooted in sound doctrine, standing firm on the truth of Scripture, and may the Lord protect you from deception, division, or any scheme of the enemy. As it is written, "unless the Lord builds the house, they who build it labor in vain" (Psalm 127:1, WEB), so we ask that He would build, strengthen, and multiply your church for His glory.
We also take this moment to gently remind you of the power and necessity of praying in the name of Jesus. He Himself said, "Most certainly I tell you, whatever you may ask of the Father in my name, he will give it to you" (John 16:23, WEB). There is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12), and it is through Jesus alone that we have access to the Father. If you have not already placed your faith in Christ as your Lord and Savior, we urge you to do so today. Believe in Him, repent of your sins, and you will be saved (Romans 10:9-10). The Gospel is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes—both to the Jew first, and also to the Greek (Romans 1:16).
Heavenly Father, we come before You with hearts full of gratitude and intercession. We lift up Your chosen people, the Jews, and ask that You would draw them to Yourself through the revelation of Jesus Christ, their Messiah. Soften hearts, open eyes, and let the truth of Your Word penetrate deeply, that many may turn to You in faith and find eternal life. Lord, we also pray for this church and its denomination—bless them abundantly, protect them from harm, and use them mightily for Your kingdom. May they be a beacon of Your love and truth in a world that desperately needs You. Strengthen their faith, unite them in Your Spirit, and let Your face shine upon them. We ask all these things in the mighty and precious name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.