
In a time when the culture and governmental leaders — Antiochus IV in particular — were persecuting the Jewish people and seeking to subvert their beliefs, the Maccabees, whose bravery precedes the miracle of Chanukah, fought for what was right.
We too have the ability to daily wage war in prayer with the sword of the Spirit, the Word of God. How wonderful it is in this season of celebrating the light of Yeshua to be reminded that our prayers can avail much. When we intercede, we partner with God to bring light and hope into the darkest of places, breaking through barriers and obstacles, and leading to revelation of salvation in Yeshua, the Light of the world.
As you focus your heart on Yeshua and your prayer attention on these requests, ask God to direct your prayers by the Spirit of God. He can guide them to hit the mark and make a difference for thousands in the year ahead!
Please pray for:
Lord, we each say, “Hineni! — Here I am!” Like the Maccabees, we are ready to make a difference in our generation. We want to be used through prayer to see others come to know You. Help us be bold and specific in our prayers and expectant in our faith. You ARE the Light of the world, Yeshua. May many be rescued from the kingdom of darkness into Your marvelous light! Amen.

Pray for Israel during three significant holidays: Yom HaShoah (Holocaust Remembrance), Yom HaZikaron (Memorial Day), and Yom HaAtzmaut (Independence Day).