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Forward This Email » "As the mountains surround Jerusalem, so the Lord surrounds His people from this time forth and forever." Psalm 125:2, A song of ascents. Greetings!   In Bible times, as pilgrims approached Jerusalem for the appointed feast days, the "Songs of Ascents" - Psalms 120 to 134 - were typically recited and sung. As the crowds literally ascended Jerusalem's mountains on their way to worship, imagine the excitement felt singing these very words! The throngs of people approached the great city, observed the mountains all around and realized the promise of God to forever surround His people just as those towering mountains.  What natural protection from the stormy winds of nature and the menacing winds of war these mountains provided Jerusalem. This is a wonderful real-life picture of God's assurance of safety, security, and shalom promised to Israel and all believers! No matter the daily circumstances, we stand firm and secure, surrounded by the loving protection of our Lord.     As one of Jerusalem's watchmen, YOU are part of the spiritual mountain God is raising up to prayerfully protect His city, nation, and people. As we journey ever higher through His Holy Spirit toward His promised New Jerusalem, your continued prayers for and with the Day of Prayer for the Peace of Jerusalem are needed and appreciated. Make sure to respond to our appeal to be part of the 'mountain of prayer' for Jerusalem at the end of this email and to join us in prayer for these news items.   July's Articles for Prayer   Recap of the Wave of Terror in Israel 2015/2016 From the Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Beginning in September 2015, there has been a wave of terrorist attacks in Israel which began on the Temple Mount and in east Jerusalem. The attacks later spread to Judea and Samaria and even crossed the Green Line into Israel under the battle cry of "Al-Aqsa mosque is in danger." There have been 40 people killed and 517 people injured.   Prayer Point: Pray for the Lord to watch over, expose, and deter further attacks in Israel. Pray that God's protection will be with all the families involved in these tragic events. Psalm 121:7-8.   Europe looks to Israel for help dealing with lone-wolf terrorism Jerusalem Online: European representatives traveled to Israel to learn from Israeli security agencies having vast experience in dealing with lone-wolf type threats.   Prayer Point: Pray that the Lord would bless the efforts of Israel to share their tactics with other nations to combat lone-wolf terrorism. Pray that because of these efforts, European nations will strengthen their relationship with Israel. Psalm 128:1-8. Jihadists call to attack Israeli Olympic team Israelnationalnews.com: Al-Qaida-influenced terrorists take to social media, calling for "knife attack against Americans/Israelis" ahead of the Rio games.   Prayer Point: Pray for the security of Israel's and all nations' athletes and for the venues, officials, visitors, and inhabitants of Brazil. Pray that the Lord cuts off the plans of the wicked. Psalm 129:1-2, 5-6.  Be Part of Jerusalem's 'Mountain of Prayer'    The Day of Prayer for the Peace of Jerusalem (DPPJ) is a global, grass roots prayer movement endorsed by over 1,400 Christian leaders calling the body of Christ to corporate intercession for the peace of Jerusalem on the first Sunday of every October. We mobilize churches, organizations, prayer groups, Bible studies, etc. through the efforts of a team of volunteer DPPJ Coordinators overseeing countries, regions, states, cities, and churches. Currently we are in need of additional volunteers to help get the word out about DPPJ. You can click here to get in touch with the DPPJ Coordinator in your area and volunteer to assist with mobilization between now and October 2, 2016. If you don't see a listed Coordinator for your area, please prayerfully consider becoming one!Click here to start the process of volunteering as a DPPJ Coordinator.   Make a world of difference with your prayers for Jerusalem! Be prepared for the Day of Prayer for the Peace of Jerusalem with our free downloadable resources, by volunteering to spread the word about DPPJ in your area, or by following our Facebook page. Also, be sure to look for the next Jerusalem's Watchmen Prayer Update for more ways to pray for peace. Shalom! Blessings, Eagles' Wings This Week's Featured Resource! Order Now   God and Israel: Chosen People, Holy Nation, Promised Land  John D. Garr God and Israel is a comprehensive theological study of the continuing fulfillment of God's 4,000-year-old covenant with Abraham, producing the miracle of the fully restored people, nation, and land of Israel today.   This book will challenge, inform, and inspire you, and help you to see the Jewish people, the nation of Israel, and the Promised Land in a completely new light - one that will build your faith in the utter dependability and faithfulness of the God of the Bible. Recommended Links About Eagles' Wings Robert Stearns Blog EW Video EW Website DPPJ Website Israel Experience Watchmen on the Wall Donate Today! http://img.constantcontact.com/letters/images/sys/S.gif"/>

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