Sabeel Wave of Prayer
September 13, 2018
The Israeli Supreme Court turned down an appeal against the demolition
of the Bedouin village of Al Khan al-Ahmar, which lies between two illegal Jewish
settlements. This demolition if carried out, besides being a grave violation of
human rights, will obstruct the establishment of a contiguous and viable
Palestinian state.
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O Lord, we weep at the injustice
being carried out against the people of Al Khan al-Ahmar. Grant them the
strength to resist the Israeli military occupation and to continue to make
their plight clear to the world. We pray that the Israeli judiciary will see
the error of its ways in the light of international pressure and allow the
people of Al Khan al-Ahmar to ‘live in peaceful dwelling places, in secure
homes, in undisturbed places of rest’,(Isaiah 32:18). Lord, in your mercy…
As the ‘Great March of
Return’ continues, the Israeli military forces are still using live ammunition against the protestors, in
contravention of international law, leaving some protestors dead while many others have sustained serious injuries. Recently a Red Crescent Ambulance, which was being used to help people at the
fence, was damaged by live ammunition.
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Lord of protection,we pray that
those participating in peaceful protest have the courage to stand their ground
in the face of the overpowering force used by the Israeli military forces. We pray for the safety of all
those who are trying to rescue those who have been wounded. Lord, in your mercy…
Dozens of
Palestinians suffered tear-gas inhalation on Wednesday, the 5th of September
during raids by Israeli occupying forces on Al-Quds University in Abu Dis,
East Jerusalem. The university campus was sealed off and classes were
disrupted.
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Lord, we pray for the Palestinian
students trying to pursue their studies with frequent disruptions. May they not
lose heart but persevere in their efforts. In your word we read that you ‘love
justice and have established equity’,(Psalm 99:4). We pray for justice and
righteousness for all who live in the land. Lord, in your mercy....
Israel has begun
the construction of a 130km wall along its border with Lebanon. The Lebanese
Government has raised concerns that portions of the wall are being constructed
on Lebanese territory.
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O Lord, grant the Israeli decision
makers the wisdom to see that bridges are better than
walls. We pray that the international community will hold Israel to account in
how they recognize international borders. Lord, in your mercy...
The Third Palestinian Open International Taekwondo Championships is due
to take place in Ramallah this week. The organizers have been forced to
postpone the competition for a few days as Israel delayed issuing permits to
competitors.
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Lord, we pray for the success of
these sporting championships and that all competitors may be allowed to travel
to Ramallah to compete. Lord, in your mercy…
This week Muslims and Jews
celebrate their New Year holidays, while the Druze community celebrate Nabi
Sabalan day. Many Jews are visiting Jerusalem to pray at the Western Wall and
to meet up and celebrate with family members. Israel has imposed a military
closure on the West Bank and Gaza strip, leaving them trapped behind
checkpoints and the separation wall. Palestinians will not have the opportunity to travel
to worship or be reunited with their families.
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Lord, we see oppression for the
Palestinians living in this land. We pray that governments around the world may
recognize the injustice they suffer and challenge the impunity of the Israeli
government. Lord, in your mercy…
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