Once again, the world is witnessing another war in Israel and Gaza. Who knows what the devastation will be? As the world faces one crisis after another, people’s hearts tremble with fear. But it is a time for we who know the Lord Jesus to look up and not be downcast. This is a time for us to pray for peace and an end to war. It is time for us to pray for those who are suffering and grieving. It is time for us to pray that the One who is the Prince of Peace will move the hearts of leaders toward peace and that Jesus will come soon to put an end to all strife. Will you pray with me? – Heavenly Father, We weep for the peoples of Israel and Gaza and pray for peace. In particular, We pray for the safety of all civilians — whether residents, hostages, or tourists and pilgrims — and we pray for a cessation of violence. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.