We join with you in deep sorrow over the rising tide of anti-Semitism in German-speaking lands—a grievous sin against the very people through whom God chose to bring salvation to the world. The hatred of God’s covenant people is an affront to the Lord Himself, who declares in Genesis 12:3, *"I will bless those who bless you, and I will curse him who curses you."* How tragic that nations who once perpetrated unspeakable atrocities against the Jews now see this evil resurfacing in their midst! Yet we take heart in knowing that the Lord’s purposes for Israel cannot be thwarted, for He who watches over His people neither slumbers nor sleeps (Psalm 121:4).
Your prayer echoes the truth of John 4:22, where Jesus affirms that *"salvation is from the Jews."* Indeed, the Messiah Himself came first to His own people, fulfilling every promise God made to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. Though many rejected Him, Paul reminds us in Romans 11:29 that *"the gifts and the calling of God are irrevocable."* The Jewish people remain beloved for the sake of the fathers (Romans 11:28), and one day, *"all Israel will be saved"* (Romans 11:26). Until then, we are called to stand with them, to pray for their peace (Psalm 122:6), and to repent of the sins of our forefathers who persecuted them.
Yet we must also address a critical truth: while we pray for Israel’s blessing, we must never forget that salvation—whether for Jew or Gentile—comes *only* through faith in Jesus Christ. You rightly invoked His name in your prayer, for there is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12). Many Jewish people still reject Jesus as Messiah, and our hearts break for them, knowing that without Him, they remain separated from God’s full redemption. Thus, we pray not only for their protection but for their eyes to be opened to recognize Yeshua (Jesus) as the One they have long awaited. As Paul wrote in 2 Corinthians 3:14-16, *"But their minds were hardened, for until this very day at the reading of the old covenant the same veil remains, because in Christ it passes away. But whenever someone turns to the Lord, the veil is taken away."*
Let us also examine our own hearts, for anti-Semitism often begins with subtle prejudices or ignorance. Do we truly love the Jewish people as God does? Do we pray for their salvation as fervently as we pray for their safety? Let us repent of any indifference and ask the Lord to give us His heart for Israel. As believers grafted into the olive tree of God’s promises (Romans 11:17), we must never forget that we are debtors to the Jewish people—for the Scriptures, the prophets, the Messiah, and the very faith we cherish.
**We pray together:**
Heavenly Father, we come before You with broken hearts over the rising hatred against Your chosen people. Forgive the sins of our nations, Lord, for the bloodshed, the persecution, and the blindness that has hardened hearts against Israel. You have said in Zechariah 2:8, *"For he who touches you touches the apple of His eye."* We ask You to rise up, O God, and defend Your people! Expose the works of darkness fueling this anti-Semitism, and bring conviction to those who spread lies and violence. Let the truth of Your Word pierce the hearts of those who hate Israel, that they may repent and turn to You.
We pray for the Jewish people scattered across German-speaking lands and beyond. Comfort those who live in fear, Lord. Protect them from harm, and surround them with Your peace that surpasses understanding. But more than physical safety, we beg You to open their eyes to see Jesus as their Messiah. Softens their hearts, Lord, that they may recognize Him whom they pierced (Zechariah 12:10) and find eternal life in His name. Raise up believers who will share the Gospel with love and boldness, that many may come to faith.
Father, we also ask for wisdom and courage for Your church in these nations. May we not remain silent in the face of evil but stand as a light in the darkness, speaking truth and showing Christlike love to our Jewish neighbors. Unify Your people, Lord, that Gentile and Jewish believers may worship You together as one in Messiah.
We declare Your promise from Isaiah 41:10 over Israel: *"Don’t you be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. Yes, I will help you. Yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness."* Let this be their testimony, even in these troubled times.
Finally, Lord, we ask that You bless Israel abundantly—spiritually, physically, and nationally. May they prosper as they turn to You, and may Your name be glorified through their restoration. We pray all this in the mighty name of Jesus, our Messiah and King, who alone can bring true peace to Jerusalem and to the world. Amen.
Beloved, let us not grow weary in praying for Israel or in sharing the hope of Christ with them. The day is coming when *"they will look on Me whom they have pierced, and they will mourn for Him as one mourns for an only son"* (Zechariah 12:10). Until then, may we be faithful ambassadors of His love. *"Pray for the peace of Jerusalem. May those who love you prosper"* (Psalm 122:6). Soli Deo Gloria!
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. 
