Friday, December 19, 2025

Arrows 2025 Dec 19 What Do You See?

 This will be the last Arrows from Zion for the year
Next issue will arrive January 9, 2026

What do You See?
Seeing beyond the natural
to God’s purpose is crucial for faith
If we are only judging by what our eyes can readily see, it would be overwhelmingly discouraging and disturbing to us who can clearly see that the darkness of this world is increasing by leaps and bounds. But we do not have to have natural eyesight only because we have been given the Holy Spirit and we can – if we choose – look through the eyes of our faith at what God’s Word tells us lies ahead. He has not left us. The babe in the manger became a God-man so when He laid down His life in sacrifice us who do believe, the Holy Spirit could work in us to transform us into the same God-man pattern He left for us

Arrows from Zion
Summarized from the Weekly Summary of Prayer Requests Israeli Ministries

In our first ministry email Carolyn Hyde of Heart of G-d ministries writes about a Prophetic Artists Journey recently when “we did a one day PAJ in Solomon's Quarry and on the Mount of Olives with the Eastern Gate in sight. As we moved into prophetic acts, all that we needed was supernaturally provided, such as an ancient altar as we declared Romans 12:1-2; a fox appeared while proclaiming no weapon against Jerusalem would prosper; a winnowing fork as we asked for our enemies to become like chaff and more….we moved together like a well-rehearsed symphony. In reality, we never know what we're doing! But as we listen, Adonai speaks and we move and have our being and take Communion in Him.
Later that day Hooman, one of my spiritual sons, born a muslim in Tehran and now a Christian whose murals are fueling the women-led revolution in Iran, was led to the Eastern Gate to pray for clarity and healing. When he saw a young man sitting on a muslim tomb he boldly approached him and asked if he knew Jesus. Surprisingly, the young man said yes….. Then he discovered that "J" was a secret believer, an Orthodox Jew studying at a Yeshiva in Jerusalem who thought he was the only Jew in the world who loves Yeshua!
    ….I was invited to speak at (Hooman’s) 19th mural unveiling near S'derot and Gaza…addressing some of the 1000 pastors who were recently brought over to Israel. I'm so grateful for the connections with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and many new friends of Israel from the nations! . . . . When I was invited to help lead worship at the OCEANIA SUMMIT in Australia this February, Adonai gave 3 dreams to confirm the calling. Then He opened doors to minister there and in New Zealand. . . . We bless and thank you all for your love, prayers and support as we enter an Eccl. 3 season of war and peace - a time to build up and a time to tear down. We pray for you all in the nations that are raging, that you will receive divine strategies for how to pray for your nations as you stand with us in Israel. We also thank you for lifting up the Tree of Life Israel team, which now includes 16 evangelists, 13 of whom we participate in raising salaries for! Partner with us 

As “Israel was drenched with torrential rain. Heavy winds, rushing water, and soaking storms swept across the country,” the Revive Israel team said, “It felt like more than weather; it felt like a reminder that God still sends rain in His time, and when He does, it comes with purpose and blessing. As the Land drank deeply, our hearts could not ignore the parallel unfolding across Israel.
     This nation has walked through fire, grief, and shaking. Yet just as the rain breaks through hardened ground, God is breaking through hearts. We are seeing it every day. People are more open, more honest, more willing to ask deep questions about life, faith, and hope. The storm has prepared the soil, and we are moving into a new season.. ..(speaking of the latest discipleship program) “One participant shared this powerful testimony: “During the discipleship time, God showed me where I truly am and began working deeply in my heart. He showed me my real condition and gave me tools to change. God spoke to me through His creation, and I realized just how much He loves me.”
     This is the kind of heart-work that only God can do. And we are humbled to witness it. . . . Like the rain that makes growth possible, God is moving quietly yet powerfully, renewing hearts from the inside out. Your partnership is part of this harvest.

Remember to pray for the Katzir Youth Camp that started Thursday Dec 18-21st. 100 teens registered for the desert cam in Ein Gedi put on by Fields of Wheat. Here is the Devotional Guide they will be walking through during this camp on the life of David – follow along with them and pray over them as you go. To partner with Fields of Wheat which is “equipping for the harvest” “Equipping the Heart of Israel’s Youth” go here

The Israeli Ministries go through everything that all other Israelis do – like wars. But they also go through special stress because of their faith. That is what Avi Mizrachi is speaking of this week: “, we also faced persecution from our own people. Our landlord was pressured by anti-missionary groups and refused to renew our lease, placing us once again in a position of rebuilding.  The truth is this: Unless we own our own space in Tel Aviv, we will always be vulnerable to losing our ministry home.
     For 40 years, we have reached our own people from (Tel Aviv), and yet, repeatedly, we have been displaced because we do not own the property. We are so thankful that the Lord has provided a new location and the resources to renovate it. (and the new ) landlord notified us that he is now willing to sell the property to us….With renovations now complete, this is the moment to purchase the space for our offices, congregation, prayer tower, and Shelanu TV. this window of opportunity to purchase our permanent home is only open until January, and we need approximately $2.2 million to secure it. Would you prayerfully consider partnering with us at Dugit Outreach Ministries—for such a time as this? Your support can impact this ministry and God’s work in Israel for generations to come. Please Give.

One New Man Reuven Doron writes “.[the first} Hanukkah took place during a tremendous historical global movement centering on the land of Israel; a global storm of ideas and convictions in which the Jewish nation had to find its courage to confront a powerful force that was rapidly sweeping the entire world, seeking to eliminate all mention of the One True God. Sounds familiar?.... The same spark that was ignited then continues to ignite the miracle of Hanukkah, the good fight of faith, from age to age!.... There is nothing new under the sun but the love and the mercies of our Heavenly Father. The rest is the same as it has been from the beginning. A faithful remnant standing against a global flood of evil who seeks to silence the voice of truth. Who wins the celestial battle? Come, celebrate Hanukkah with the embattled people of Israel, and share the victory of faith that is promised to all of God’s children. Partner with us, or email us at reuvendoron@gmail.com for other giving options

Tikkun Global VIDEOs with Asher Intrater: The Root of All Spiritual Evil and The Key to All Spiritual Success and Executor of the Wrath of God by Asher Intrater | “Many of the Jews misunderstood Yeshua at the time of the first appearance. Many Christians will likely misunderstand Him at the second. This is no longer a matter of theoretical theology. We are crossing into the end times, and we need to have an understanding of the end times’ Yeshua.” Plus VIDEO with Ariel Blumenthal - Hanukkah and the Testimony of Yeshua: The Spirit of Prophecy

David’s Tent, Avner Boskey writes: From the River to the Sea - What do these woke protestors mean by this sinister slogan? | In All Their Afflictions, He Was Afflicted - He Who Hates God, Hates His People | When Santa Visited Israel – Tradition! Tradition! | and Hanukkah - the clash between Maccabees and the armies of WOKE where Avner writes, : "Hanukkah is actually a delayed Feast of Tabernacles (Sukkot).”  To me (Donna) this speaks to the times we are in before the full unifying of God's people both Jew and Gentile in the faith of Messiah.
     Also: If you have had difficulty in the last 2-3 weeks in donating or purchasing from the David’s Tent website – they have been updating the site, so please try again now. “If you have not received an electronic acknowledgment for donations or purchases in the past few weeks. . .please let us . . .we will make sure that you receive one posthaste.”

Cookie Schwaeber-Isaan, columnist writer in Israel:  What’s behind the escalation of evil we’re seeing? | Jews and Christians – The New Soft Target | Palming Off Antisemitism as Art |What do you do to humans who no longer act like humans? | A Preview of New York Under Mamdani | Is The Hamas-Israel War Really Over? | Pre-empting the mass exodus of Jews to their homeland 

Leon Mazin of Return to Zion Center in Hafia gives us the problematic going forward part of Hanukkah story: “According to the Torah in ancient Israel there should be distinct positions of King, Priest, Judge, and Prophet. If the balance between these roles was maintained, the Lord was present among the people, and harmonious governance of the nation brought the fruits of a blessed life!  The issue was that the Maccabees, or rather their descendants, who according to the GENEALOGY were sons of Aaron and were supposed to maintain the Priesthood in holiness, also seized the royal power in Israel, concentrating in their ‘own hands the two offices’—that of king and priest. This led to the weakening of Israel – it was conquered by Rome; Israel was ruled by kings such as Herod, who were Idumeans, but not Jews; corruption among the Priesthood had spread extensively and many other problems occurred.
     Unfortunately, the balance of governance in Israel today has hardly changed…. The main cause is that those in pursuit of power increasingly attempt to usurp authority and dominate. I write this not to discourage, but to inspire you to pray—to intercede for Israel before the Creator!!. . .Hanukkah was a great victory of God and His help in the sanctification of the Holy Place. But the subsequent responsibility for governance rests upon the people—their conscience, their spirit, and their ability to perceive and stand in the Truth. This is a timely lesson for all of us.

In the Kerem-El (God’s Vineyard) congregation there has been a change in the Pastoral leadership as Jonathan steps away, and two elder couple from HaCarmel come in to assist Stefan and Keren Silver in their leadership of the congregation. This has been planned over months after Stefan was able to return from his IDF Reservist duties during the war. The Silvers writes that after much prayer the couples to come into Kerem-El eldership positions are Philippe and Liora, and Tim and Elisabeth. They had already been well known by our community, so their joining is very natural and has happened smoothly over the past couple of months.” Currently the congregation is celebrating Hanukkah, increasing the frequency of Shabbat fellowship dinners, holding baptism events and relaunching the life groups which had to be shut down due to war. Please keep this congregation, a daughter of HaCarmel congregation, in prayer and consider becoming a partner – prayer and financial partners needed. Donate here, or more giving options here. 

Israel Pochtar of Beit Hallel and Voice of Judah ministries sends A Hanukkah Praise Report | VIDEO: Bringing the Light of the Gospel to Israel with Hanukkah & Christmas | VIDEO Which Came First? Hanukkah or Christmas: Hanukkah is not only a historical event, but part of the spiritual story of Israel and the biblical world in which Jesus lived and ministered. |READ: A Different Story is Being Written in Israel: Jewish-Arab Reconciliation Conference | READ: Alex’s Story From Uncertainty to Hope.

Moti Cohen of Tiferet Yeshua congregation highlight the Feed Tel Aviv ministry they do on the streets for addicts and others in deep distress: Leaving the 99 for the 1. “Israeli media has been reporting statistics that we’ve seen firsthand on the streets in Tel Aviv for months – Israel is in a full-blown mental health crisis. Soldiers who served grueling tours for months on end in Gaza and Lebanon, leaving families and jobs behind, are returning home with untold trauma. Many are turning to drugs and alcohol to deal with symptoms of PTSD. And it’s not just our war veterans and their families: the average Israeli has just been through the two most traumatic and difficult years in the history of modern Israel. Not surprisingly, we are seeing more people in desperate situations at our Feed Tel Aviv outreach, more expressions of anger and violence, but, most of all, we are seeing more people who are desperate for love, comfort and support, who want prayer and encouragement and who are open to the gospel.
     Yeshua gave us the example – leave the 99 for the 1. Join us in leaving the 99 for the 1: your gift today will enable us to continue searching for sheep lost in darkness where the light of God’s love shines brightest! Give Today 

House of Prayer & Exploits in Nazareth, Rania Sayegh: “As we approach the culmination of another remarkable year, our hearts are full of gratitude for all that the Lord has blessed us with. What joy it is to partner with everything that the Father has for His people through the House of Prayer. With this final stretch of 2025, we invite you to join hands with us as we position our hearts in expectation, hope, and wonder for all that is to come. Please click here for our video - an update recapping our wonderful year.

Chaim Malespin of the Faithful Galileans and Aliyah Return Center notes that “Israel preparing for a possible mass Aliyah….With the current rise in antisemitism, these numbers will continue to grow. There was also a recent mass immigration simulation exercise carried out to help Israel prepare for an emergency rescue of Jewish communities in the diaspora. Here are the Aliyah Return Center, with your help, we are here to expand our aid in the absorbtion process in practical ways…. We cannot do this alone. Would you consider giving your end-of-year gift to the Aliyah Return Center? We provide a charitable, tax-exempt receipts in both Canada and the United States.   

Jennifer Guetta celebrated her first day of Hanukkah this year by officially becoming an Israeli citizen after “five and a half years of paperwork, interviews, and waiting.” Needless to say she is delighted. But also in mourning over the anti-Semitic terrorist attack on Jews in Australia. Plant Hope Israel encourages your prayers for “for protection and God’s victory amid the rise of persecution and antisemitism worldwide. Let’s pray for the multiplication of the oil of the Holy Spirit, make His miracles great again, and shine the light of the Messiah to others!” See Jennifer’s book Awestruck by Glory about the LORD’s deliverance, saving and calling of Jennifer, a biblical archaeologist. Support Plant Hope Israel here.

Marianna Gol of the Streams in the Desert ministry serving widows and orphans sends a report on their past year – from the summer kids camp there were 12 kids who gave their lives to the LORD (all with permission of parents), their ministry to single moms is giving great refreshing and new hope, and the children’s program they do in Beer Sheva is going strong. If single moms and their children are your burden, write to Marianna from the Email Contact Form on their website at http://streamsinthedesert.co

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