STAND IN THE GAP

Standing In The Gap

When I think of a gap I see holes, cracks, crevices or a large space in the outfield where the batter hits the ball in the gap.

Whenever there are gaps on walls or in foundations they are vulnerable to weaken and eventually break down to cause havoc.

God’s heart to Ezekiel the prophet was to search out somebody who would be willing to stand in this gap. What did this mean?

God saw the nation of Israel in jeopardy. Leadership was not speaking out for what was right or people taking responsibility for their actions. God’s judgment would eventually happen. Today, Israel is facing unseen forces to defend themselves in the midst of the war they have been fighting and defending for just over one year. God has a plan for this nation, but He never said it was going to be easy.

Prayerlessness produces powerlessness which turns into captivity!

God sought for intercessors to pray on behalf of others, including Israel and the USA. How often we make excuses and justify why we are not involved in our Christian journey or spending time with the Lord. Even Jesus challenged the disciples as they fell asleep when he prayed in the Garden of Gethsemane.. “Could you not tarry (watch) with me for one hour?”
Watch and pray… the spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak.” Matthew 26:40-41.

Prayer is not just for our own usefulness, but for God’s purpose to move His will forward. How often do you pray for your leaders? Do you pray for your country and it’s politicians? Or do you just spout your views and opinions?
Are there gaps here? Absolutely! Do you pray for your Pastor or other leaders, ministries, and family? If not, why not? Do you pray for your family or neighbors? Do you pray for those without Christ or pray for healing?

Again, a reminder: “Prayerlessness is powerlessness”

As Elijah prayed, “The effective fervent prayer of the righteous avails much” James 5:16.
God has reminded us that prayer is the match to light the fire. It is the fuse to ignite the explosive power of the work of the Holy Spirit. It is the mortar to fill in the gaps of a crumbling wall or foundation.

Would you be willing to stand in the gap for Israel, Palestinians,the Nations, the USA today ? The Lord wants us to pray and intercede. We are not in a game but a spritual battle and to put on the whole armor of God. Paul reminds us in Ephesians 6:10-18

“For we are not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against mighty powers in this dark world, and against evil spirits in the heavenly places.” Eph.6:12

“I searched for a man among them who would build up the wall and stand in the gap before Me for the land, so that I would not destroy it; but I found no one.”
Ezekiel 22:30 NASB

I challenge you to make to to pray and stand in the gap like Ezekiel and Paul for others today. It doesn’t have to be for an hour, but take several minutes to intercede for others in Jesus name. Pray also many still recovering from the hurricane down south Florida. North Carolina and elsewhere. Pray for 🇮🇱 and 🇺🇸
Pray for the elections and get out and vote. “STAND IN THE GAP!”

Enjoy this long weekend my friend. Go discover America🇺🇸