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• This Week, Worship Our Lord As . . .
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On Capitol Hill This Week Volume XVIII, Number 20
June 20 - 24, 2011
INTERNATIONAL NEWS June 20 - 24, 2011
"Those who were rebuilding the wall and those who carried burdens took their load with one hand doing the work and the other holding a weapon." (Neh. 4:17)
ISRAEL IN THE NEWS:
1. OBAMA GIVES NETANYAHU ULTIMATUM ON RESUMING TALKS
2. EU PUSHING PEACE PLAN BASED ON OBAMA'S 1967 BORDER SPEECH
3. REPORTS OF ARMS FROM LIBYA SMUGGLED INTO GAZA
4. HAMAS-FATAH AT ODDS OVER FUTURE PREMIERSHIP
5. TURKEY PULLS OUT OF PLANNED SECOND FLOTILLA
6. EGYPT RECOGNIZES NEW MUSLIM BROTHERHOOD POLITICAL PARTY
7. EGYPT'S AL-KARAMA PARTY WANTS TO CANCEL CAMP DAVID ACCORDS
8. EGYPT GAS FLOW INTO ISRAEL RESTORED
9. ALLEGED ISRAELI SPY IN EGYPT A U.S. CITIZEN
1. OBAMA GIVES NETANYAHU ULTIMATUM ON RESUMING TALKS
Israel Radio Reported Sunday that The United States gave Netanyahu an ultimatum on renewing negotiations with the Palestinians. According to the ultimatum, Netanyahu has to decide within a month whether he agrees to accept Obama's proposal and resume talks based on 1967 lines. Washington is pressuring Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to accede to its proposal to resume Israeli-Palestinian peace talks on the basis of Obama's May 19 speech.
An Israeli source who spoke recently with senior officials in Washington said the Americans were very frustrated with Netanyahu's behavior, feeling that he was impeding America's efforts to keep the Palestinians from unilaterally seeking UN recognition of a state in September.
Netanyahu's personal envoy, Isaac Molho, spent last week in Washington, where the Americans presented their proposal for resuming talks on the basis of Obama's speech. Specifically, Obama's plan calls for negotiating over borders and security first, while deferring issues such as Jerusalem and the refugees until later. It also calls for the borders to be based on the 1967 lines, with mutually agreed land swaps.
The Americans told Molho that to block European initiatives such as France's proposal for an international peace conference in Paris, they must have something concrete to offer, like Netanyahu's agreement to negotiate on the basis of Obama's speech.
The U.S. proposal was also given to chief Palestinian negotiator Saeb Erekat, who said the Palestinians would resume talks on this basis. (The Blaze)
-- We believe that P.M. Netanyahu's response to the Americans, after visitng here and making his own position clear on negotiations, should be: "What part of 'NO' do you not understand?"
The Isrealis have made it clear that they cannot and will not base any negotiations on the1967 lines, which would only serve to destroy their land. Pray that the Obama administration "gets" this message quickly, for our Lord is watching over us, and He is watching over Jerusalem, "the apple of His eye." May God have mercy upon us!
- "The king's heart is in the hand of the LORD, Like the rivers of water; He turns it wherever He wishes. Every way of a man is right in his own eyes, But the LORD weighs the hearts." (Proverbs 21:1,2)
2. EU PUSHING PEACE PLAN BASED ON OBAMA'S 1967 BORDER SPEECH
EU's foreign policy chief Ashton sends letter to Clinton, Ban calling for urgent Quartet meeting; U.S., meanwhile, prefers to secure Netanyahu's support for renewed negotiations with the Palestinians.
Following a French initiative to restart negotiations between Israel and the Palestinian Authority by convening a Middle East peace conference in Paris, the European Union is now advocating an international peace plan as an alternative to a unilateral Palestinian plan to secure state recognition at the UN in September.
In a letter to U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon and Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, the EU's foreign policy chief, Catherine Ashton, called for the urgent convening of the Middle East Quartet. The Quartet - the U.S., EU, UN and Russia - would gather as a precursor for support for a peace plan based on the Middle East policy speech delivered by President Barack Obama at the State Department last month. (Haaretz) Read more.
[Reported by: Hebrew Nation News Alerts]
- Ask the Lord to strengthen the hands of P.M. Netanyahu and all of his advisors as both the Obama administration and now the EU continue to "hammer" this tiny nation with their indefensible demands. God will fight for Jerusalem; let's join our hearts and hands together today to fight with our God on behalf of the land of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob!
- "For the Lord has chosen Zion; He has desired it for His habitation. This is My resting place forever; Here I will dwell, for I have desired it." (Psalm 132: 13-14)
3. REPORTS OF ARMS FROM LIBYA SMUGGLED INTO GAZA
Weapons, including Grad rockets with a range of 60-70 kilometers (35 - 45 miles), are being smuggled into the Gaza Strip through Egypt according to a report in the Israeli daily Maariv. The Palestinian Ma'an News Agency reported that Egyptian officials denied that new smuggling routes through Egypt and into Gaza have been established since the fall of [former President] Hosni Mubarak.
The opening of the Rafah crossing between Egypt and Gaza caused Israeli security officials to fear a marked increase in the quantity of arms being shipped to Hamas in Gaza. Under Mubarak, Egypt cooperated with American and Israeli security concerns and despite pressure from Arab sources, kept the crossing point closed.
- Pray that the smuggling through the Rafah crossing brought to an end.
- "Give us help from trouble, for the help of man is useless. Through God we will do valiantly, for it is He who shall tread down our enemies." (Psalm 60:11-12) [Reported by: Bridges for Peace]
4. HAMAS-FATAH AT ODDS OVER FUTURE PREMIERSHIP
Fatah's [Palestinian political faction] expressed wish to see current Palestinian Prime Minister Salam Fayyad continue as head of future Hamas-Fatah unity government, is said to be the cause for a new rift between the factions, just weeks after signing what was called a historic reconciliation.
Hamas official Dr. Salah Bardawil said Sunday [June 12] that the movement will oppose such a move by Fatah: "We will not hand over the unity government to Fayyad, who has driven the West Bank [Judea and Samaria] into debt," he said.
The Palestinian factions are set to meet on Tuesday [June 14] and discuss the future premiership further. Fayyad, who enjoys a somewhat international consensus as a statesman, is the preferred choice by many, as his appointment is likely to appease the West, which is wary of Fatah's newfound unity with Hamas. The latter appears on the global terror watch list of all Western nations.
Fayyad has skillfully used his status to bolster Palestinian Authority institutions, but Hamas sees him as a pawn of the West. (Ynetnews; June 12, 2011)
- Pray that the Lord will intervene to keep this unity government from ever coming into being.
- "' . . .Blessed be the name of God forever and ever, for wisdom and might are His. And He changes the times and the seasons; He removes kings and raises up kings; He gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to those who have understanding.'" (Daniel 2:20-21) [Reported by: Bridges for Peace]
5. TURKEY PULLS OUT OF PLANNED SECOND FLOTILLA
The IHH (Turkish Humanitarian Relief Foundation) is now thinking about pulling out of the planned flotilla planned to sail to Gaza to break the Israeli blockade. Now it is possible for humanitarian aid to enter Gaza through Egypt (as well as through Israel). Last year's flotilla and its outcome caused a dramatic deterioration in relations between Turkey and Israel. (Intercessors for Israel)
- Thanks that there are these signs of reduced interest in sending another flotilla. This is a definite answer to our prayers. Pray that the second flotilla would not take place.
Thank you, Lord that Israel has signaled her willingness to defend her borders and exercise her responsibility to protect her citizens as with the flotilla in May 2010 and with recent attempted incursions in the Golan Heights. May well-meaning but misguided people involved in these plans to come against Israel be caused to fear the possible consequences.
- "Oh, give thanks to the LORD! Call upon His name; make known His deeds among the peoples! Sing to Him, sing psalms to Him; talk of all His wondrous works! Glory in His holy name; let the hearts of those rejoice who seek the LORD! Seek the LORD and His strength; seek His face evermore! " (Psalm 105:1-4)
6. EGYPT RECOGNIZES NEW MUSLIM BROTHERHOOD POLITICAL PARTY
After nearly six decades of often brutal government repression, the Arab world's oldest and most influential Islamist movement has a legal political party in the land of its birth.
The Freedom and Justice Party, established by the Muslim Brotherhood three months ago, was officially recognised yesterday by the interim military government that has ruled Egypt since the revolution in February that forced Hosni Mubarak from power.
The Brotherhood, banned since 1954 after an attempt to assassinate the president, Gamal Abdel Nasser, is now set to play a key and fully legal political role in shaping post-Mubarak Egypt, starting with parliamentary elections scheduled for September. It was the first party to be recognised by the government since the military took interim control. Read more.
[Reported by: Hebrew Nation News Alerts]
- Begin to pray now for the election in Egypt this fall. You may wish to use our own Guide to Prayer for Election 2012, published last evening, as a guide to intense intercession for that nation. The Musllim (MOSLEM) Brotherhood is huge, fierce, and powerful . . . but it does not even compare to the power of our Father, in Heaven, who created us all. Pray and ask our Lord to dismantle this new political party in Egypt before it gets off the ground, and call forth the man of His choosing to serve as the next leader of this ancient nation. Pray!
- "The effectual, fervent prayer of a riighteous man availeth much." (James 5:16)
7. EGYPT'S AL-KARAMA PARTY WANTS TO CANCEL CAMP DAVID ACCORDS
"The Egyptian al-Karama party, whose leader plans to run in the upcoming presidential elections, has said the cancellation of the Camp David Accords is its top priority, according to a report by the Egyptian newspaper Al-Masry Al-Youm on Thursday. "
"Al-Karama party representative Amin Iskander said the party wishes to cancel the agreement "immediately because it's not in Egypt's interest." (Haaretz) Read more.
- Place a hedge around the al-Karama party in Egypt,and hem them in with the Blood of the Lamb. Abba desires that Israel lives in peace with her neighbors, and this peace accord has held true since 1978. Decree the demise of these plans to annul that treaty; and call forth strength for the Israeli people as they begin to deal with new leaders in Egypt. Pray!
- "Every place on which the sole of your (Israel) foot treads shall be yours: your border will be from the wilderness to Lebanon, and from the river, the river Euphrates, as far as the western sea."(Deut. 11:24)
8. EGYPT GAS FLOW INTO ISRAEL RESTORED
The flow of natural gas from Egypt to Israel resumed on Friday [June 10] after a six-week interruption caused by a terrorist blast on the pipeline. It was the second time that the pipeline had been hit. But the interruption of the flow of gas, which represents 40% of Israel's gas needs, was being carefully watched to see whether it would resume at all under the post-Mubarak regime.
Since Mubarak's downfall, relations with Israel have deteriorated and there has been talk in Egypt of re-negotiating the [gas] deal to obtain terms more advantageous to the Egyptians. The former interior minister who negotiated the deal has since been sentenced to 12-years in jail. The actual charge was illicitly enriching himself while in office, believed to be a reference to the Egypt-Israel gas deal. (By The Media Line, June 12, 2011)
- Pray that the Lord will move to keep Israel's relationship with the "new Egypt" cooperative enough to keep the flow of natural gas open, and the treaty intact.
- "For the jar of flour was not used up and the jug of oil did not run dry, in keeping with the word of the LORD spoken by Elijah." (I Kings 17:16) [Reported by: Bridges for Peace]
9. ALLEGED ISRAELI SPY IN EGYPT A U.S. CITIZEN
The United States consul to Cairo met Monday [June 14] with Ilan Grapel, the Israeli man arrested on suspicion of espionage in Egypt. The Egyptian authorities involved Washington in the matter, due to the fact that Grapel entered Egypt with his US passport.
The Israeli Foreign Ministry was informed of the meeting by Washington: "We are in touch with the Egyptians and Americans, making sure Grapel's rights are observed. We hope he will be released soon," a ministry official stated. With the consul's mediation, Grapel was permitted to speak to his parents. [Israeli] diplomatic sources said the charges against him were "utter nonsense."
Grapel immigrated to Israel from the United States and joined the [Israel Defense Forces] IDF in March 2005. He served as a lone soldier in the Paratroopers' 101st Battalion and was injured during the Second Lebanon War.
One of the man's acquaintances told Ynet that he is an American who had made aliyah several years ago in order to serve in the IDF. "When Ilan arrived (in Israel) he studied Arabic and went around Arab villages to learn the language," he added. "There was nothing unusual about him, he's a very nice guy, clever with a sense of humor." "Ilan wasn't sent by anyone, not by the Mossad, not by the Foreign Ministry and not by the Interior Ministry. All the stories suggesting he's a Mossad agent are not true," Garpel's father Daniel told Ynet on Monday. (YnetNews) Read more.
- Pray that Israel and the US will be able to quickly negotiate the release of this young man. Pray that, in the interim, he will be treated humanely and respectfully.
- "'And I will make you to this people a fortified bronze wall; and they will fight against you, but they shall not prevail against you; for I am with you to save you and deliver you,' says the LORD. 'I will deliver you from the hand of the wicked, and I will redeem you from the grip of the terrible.'" (Jeremiah 15:20-21)
MORE INTERNATIONAL NEWS
1. ANTI-ISRAEL LEADER, PARTY WIN ELECTIONS IN TURKEY
2. IRAN TO TRIPLE NUCLEAR FUEL PRODUCTION
3. AFGHANISTAN'S KARZAI: U.S. IN "PEACE TALKS WITH TALIBAN"
4. NORTH KOREA TESTS "SUPER-EMP" NUKE
5. UPS AIR CARGO BLOCKED BY BRITAIN OVER SECURITY CONCERNS
6. TURKEY WARNS ASSAD: YOU HAVE LESS THAN A WEEK TO IMPLEMENT REFORMS
7. FRENCH NATIONAL ASSEMBLY VOTES TO SUPPORT TRADITIONAL MARRIAGE
1. ANTI-ISRAEL LEADER, PARTY WIN ELECTIONS IN TURKEY
Landslide Islamist Victory in Turkey
Turkish Prime Minister Erdogan and his Islamist Justice and Development Party (AKP) won a landslide victory in Sunday's elections. The Islamists won half of the vote, leaving them short of the two-thirds majority they sought in the parliament, which would have allowed them to rewrite the constitution unobstructed. However, the AKP's huge victory means the Islamists will still control Turkey and oversee the writing of a new constitution.
The election actually results in a slight loss for the AKP. The party currently holds 331 of the 550 seats in parliament, and is projected to now only have 325. The Islamists must win the support of only five non-AKP seats to put up a draft constitution for a referendum. The popularity of Prime Minister Erdogan and his party means that such a referendum is very likely to pass. The AKP may not have the two-thirds majority that would have allowed for a unilateral writing of the constitution, or even enough to unilaterally submit a draft for a referendum, but not much stands in its way.
"Elections taking place today are likely to be the last fair and free ones in Turkey. With Turkey's leading Islamist party controlling all three branches of the government and the military sidelined, little will stop it from changing the rules to keep power into the indefinite future," wrote Dr. Daniel Pipes of the electoral results. (Front Page Magazine) Read more. [Reported by: Hebrew Nation News Alerts]
- Sadly, with the results of this election in Turkey, another piece of the end-time scenario has now fallen in place. In that day, all nations will turn against Israel, and she will stand alone -- with her God at her side. Turkey began turning away from Israel (and towards Iran) just one year ago, so events are now coming together quickly as we see Bible prophecy being fulfilled. Offer praise to our Lord that He promises to protect His people in Zion; and begin to pray now for the safety of all Christians in Turkey as they begin living under an Islamic regime. Pray!
- Why do the nations conspire
and the peoples plot in vain?
2 The kings of the earth rise up
and the rulers band together
against the LORD and against his anointed, saying,
3 "Let us break their chains
and throw off their shackles."
4 The One enthroned in heaven laughs;
the Lord scoffs at them.
5 He rebukes them in his anger
and terrifies them in his wrath, saying,
6 "I have installed my king
on Zion, my holy mountain." (Psalm 83:1-6)
2. IRAN TO TRIPLE NUCLEAR FUEL PRODUCTION
Iran has announced plans this year to triple their research-level enrichment of nuclear fuel, a step that moves them closer to potentially building nuclear weapons while still making the claim that the work is for peaceful purposes. According to the Iranian Fars News Agency, the Islamic Republic announced on June 8 that they intend to triple their production of 19.75% enriched uranium.
That's a level needed for some medical research and higher than what's needed for electricity, but still shy of the more than 90% enrichment that is used for nuclear weapons. The plans nonetheless raise concerns about their implications for the potential that Iran could eventually seek to produce nuclear bombs. (Bridges for Peace)
- Pray that the international community will finally grasp the horrendous threat that this nuclear capability would pose to the rest of the world and will act accordingly to bring it to an end.
- "Deliver me from my enemies, O my God; defend me from those who rise up against me. Deliver me from the workers of iniquity and save me from bloodthirsty men." (Psalm 59:1-2)
3. AFGHANISTAN'S KARZAI: U.S. IN "PEACE TALKS WITH TALIBAN"
The US is engaged in talks with the Taliban, Afghan President Hamid Karzai has said, in the first high-level confirmation of US involvement. Mr Karzai said that "foreign military and especially the US itself" were involved in peace talks with the group. Hours later, suicide bombers attacked a Kabul police station, killing two.
Earlier this month, US Defence Secretary Robert Gates said there could be political talks with the Taliban by the end of this year. The US is due to start withdrawing its 97,000 troops from Afghanistan in July. It aims to gradually hand over all security operations to Afghan security forces by 2014. (BBC)
- Pray that the Lord raises up His tribal choice to steer and oversee a strategic peaceful partnership that incorporates the 10 years of achievement in Afghan women's rights.
- "A hard and grievous vision is declared to me: the treacherous dealer deals treacherously, and the destroyer destroys. Go up oh Edam! Besiege oh Media! All the sighing [caused by Babylon's ruthless oppressions] I will cause to cease" [says the Lord]. [Isa.11:11; 13:17]. AMP
4. NORTH KOREA TESTS "SUPER-EMP" NUKE
Gary Samore, a top Obama administration national security official, warned of new sanctions if North Korea conducted a third round of nuclear tests on Monday, as reports surfaced that North Korea has miniaturized its nuclear warheads so they can be delivered by ballistic missile.
North Korea's last round of tests, conducted in May 2009, appear to have included a "super-EMP" weapon, capable of emitting enough gamma rays to disable the electric power grid across most of the lower 48 states, says Dr. Peter Vincent Pry, a former CIA nuclear weapons analyst and president of EMPact America, a citizens lobbying group.
Samore, who handles arms control and non-proliferation issues, warned that "additional strong sanctions will be imposed on the North with the support of Russia and China."
North Korea's nuclear tests have been dismissed as failures by some analysts because of their low explosive yield. But Dr. Pry believes they bore the "signature" of the Russian-designed "super-EMP" weapon, capable of emitting more gamma radiation than a 25-megaton nuclear weapon. (Newsmax) Read more.
- Continue to monitor all news coming out of North Korea in careful prayer. Ask our Lord to intervene in this critical matter, for this new weapon would, indeed, threaten our homeland. Stand in repentance for our personal and national sins, asking our Lord to have mercy upon us. Then ask Him to send forth His angels to dismantle, destroy, and render this EMP nuke weapon totally useless. Pray!
- "Bless the LORD, you His angels, Who excel in strength, who do His word, Heeding the voice of His word." (Psalm 103:20,21)
5. UPS AIR CARGO BLOCKED BY BRITAIN OVER SECURITY CONCERNS
The [British] Department for Transport has barred the delivery firm UPS from moving air cargo through sites in the UK due to "security requirements". A spokeswoman would not reveal which sites had been restricted and why the move had been taken. Asked if it was due to an explosive device, she said the DfT would not "give details of security arrangements".
"The safety of the travelling public is paramount and our security regime is kept under constant review," the DfT spokeswoman said. "We can confirm that, following careful consideration, the department has restricted the number of sites in the UK at which UPS Ltd are permitted to screen air cargo until it has satisfied current security requirements." She added: "For obvious security reasons we will not comment on the details."
UPS was not immediately available for comment. (The Guardian UK) Read more.
- Pray that the Lord will open the eyes of the top leadership at UPS to the stark reality of these security threats, and of the utmost necessity to obey England's security regulations.
- "Receive instruction in wise dealings and the discipline of wise thoughtfulness, righteousness, justice and integrity. . . The wise also will hear and increase in learning and the person of understanding will acquire skill and attain to sound counsel." ( Prov.1: 3,5 )
6. TURKEY WARNS ASSAD: YOU HAVE LESS THAN A WEEK TO IMPLEMENT REFORMS
A senior Turkish official warned Monday that Syrian President Bashar Assad has less than a week to start implementing long-promised political reforms demanded by Syrian protesters before foreign intervention begins.
Ersat Hurmuzlu, an advisor to Turkish President Abdullah Gul, told the Dubai-based al-Arabiya channel on Sunday night that Turkey will be watching closely what Assad tells his people in a planned speech on Monday. "The demands in this field will be for a positive response to these issues within a short period that does not exceed a week," Hurmuzulu said. "The opposite of this, it would not be possible to offer any cover for the leadership in Syria because there is the danger . . . that we had always been afraid of, and that is foreign intervention."
Turkey, Syria's biggest neighbor and main trading partner, has been trying to persuade Assad to halt a military crackdown on demonstrations that have killed more than 1,300 civilians and forced thousands to take refuge across the border. More than 10,000 Syrian refugees have already crossed into Turkey and Turkish officials say a further 10,000 are sheltering close to the border just inside Syria in the olive groves and rich farmland around the town of Jisr al-Shughour.
Several European countries have submitted a draft resolution to the U.N. Security Council to condemn Syria's crackdown on protesters. Russian President Dmitry Medvedev has indicated he would not support such a resolution. Syrian authorities blame the violence on armed groups and Islamists, backed by foreign powers. Syria has barred most international journalists from entering the country, making it difficult to verify accounts from activists and officials. (Reuters)
- Continue to keep a watchful eye on this part of the world. Without prayer, war may easily break out between these two ancient nations. Pray for a breakthrough in the impasse in negotiations between Syria and Turkey; and pray for the safety of the refugees and for believers living within each nation. Pray!
- (re: the impasse) "Is not My word like a fire?" says the LORD, " And like a hammer that breaks the rock in pieces?" (Jer. 23:29)
7. FRENCH NATIONAL ASSEMBLY VOTES TO SUPPORT TRADITIONAL MARRIAGE
French legislators rejected a bill to legalize "homosexual marriage" in a decisive vote by the National Assembly, the nation's lower legislative house.
Assembly representatives voted against the bill, proposed by socialists, by a majority of 293 to 222. The vote follows a ruling in January by the nation's highest court, the Constitutional Council, stating that homosexual "marriage" is not a constitutional right.
Although a recent and much-cited poll found that a majority of French voters, 58 percent, favor the creation of homosexual "marriage," Michel Difenbacher of the majority Union for a Popular Movement (UMP) party said he thought it not necessary "to go with the wind nor to cede to fashion" with regard to the issue.
"We are against homophobia but we do not want to alter the image and function of marriage" within society, Difenbacher said. (LifeSiteNews) Read more
- Offer a shout of joy over this vote in France! Praise God! By the grace of God, let this vote be the breakthrough for other nations to follow. Praise God!
1 Praise the LORD!
Praise God in His sanctuary;
Praise Him in His mighty firmament!
2 Praise Him for His mighty acts;
Praise Him according to His excellent greatness!
3 Praise Him with the sound of the trumpet;
Praise Him with the lute and harp!
4 Praise Him with the timbrel and dance;
Praise Him with stringed instruments and flutes!
5 Praise Him with loud cymbals;
Praise Him with clashing cymbals!
6 Let everything that has breath praise the LORD.
Praise the LORD! (Psalm 150:1-6)
FOCUS ON AL-QAEDA
1. AYMAN AL-ZAWAHIRI GRABS AL-QAEDA TOP JOB
2. AL QAEDA-LINKED SITE POSTS "HIT LIST" OF U.S. TARGETS
3. AL-QAEDA CALLS FOR ATTACKS ON HOUSES OF WORSHIP
1. AYMAN AL-ZAWAHIRI GRABS AL-QAEDA TOP JOB
Al-Qaeda announced Thursday Ayman al-Zawahiri will succeed assassinated terror mastermind Osama Bin Laden as its new leader, the Washington Post reports.
Egyptian bon Al-Zawahiri, Al Qaeda's operational commander and second-in-command, had increasingly been the international terror organization's public face in recent years and, following Bin Laden's death, was widely considered his most likely successor.
Al-Zawahiri, 59, a surgeon who spent years in underground Islamic groups in Egypt before joining Al-Qaeda, is a deeply religious Muslim who had the skill and experience to help turn an Afghan guerrilla movement into the global terrorist organization Al-Qaeda is today. However, Al-Zawahiri is also considered rigid and lacking in charisma, and terrorism experts say it is unclear whether he can rebuild an organization that has been diminished by a prolonged siege by US military and intelligence forces. (Arutz Sheva A7 News)
- May al-Qaeda's new leader, Ayman al-Zawahiri , be unsuccessful in planning and bringing terror to Israel and the entire Middle East. May he forever be marginalized in his quest to replace the terror leadership of Osama bin Laden. May he yield his life to You and bring others to know You as their Savior as well.
- They gather together against the life of the righteous, And condemn innocent blood. But the LORD has been my defense, And my God the rock of my refuge. He has brought on them their own iniquity, And shall cut them off in their own wickedness; The LORD our God shall cut them off. (Psalm 94:21-23)
2. AL QAEDA-LINKED SITE POSTS "HIT LIST" OF U.S. TARGETS
Department of Homeland Security Issues Alert The Department of Homeland Security has sent out an internal alert warning that jihadist websites last week posted a "hit list" of American executives, officials and companies -- an alarming development that could mark the start of a new phase in terror plots.
The list, which covers dozens of names connected to the Iraq war, including executives at Halliburton and KBR, was compiled by users who vowed to "send explosive mail" to the "best target." The lists were published online around the same time American-born Al Qaeda spokesman Adam Gadahn released a video in which he called on Muslims in the U.S. to kill Americans.
Security analysts believe the two messages are related and underscore a shift in terror strategy -- from top-down, mass-casualty events to smaller-scale attacks taken up, in some cases, by freelancing, lone-wolf jihadists. (Fox News) Read more.
- Ask for a supernatural grace to enfold and equip each and every public servant who is tasked to keep the public safe from the next terrorist attack. Agencies to pray over might include: FBI, TSA, Homeland Security, NCIS, ATF, and all state and local police and law enforcement agencies, as well. PRAY!
- Hope in the LORD and keep his way. He will exalt you to inherit the land; when the wicked are destroyed, you will see it. (Psalm 37:34)
3. AL-QAEDA CALLS FOR ATTACKS ON HOUSES OF WORSHIP
An ABC News report contains a newly released video by Al-Qaeda with specific calls for attacks on sacred places. The video encourages western Muslims to conduct individual violent jihad against sacred places and features previously released statements by Osama bin Ladin as well as Al-Qaeda media spokesman Adam Gadahn.
Gadahn encourages western Muslims to conduct attacks in their home countries as an obligation and falsely depicts the west as being at war with Islam. The video also provides guidance on how to conduct violent jihad, to operate in secrecy, to attack public figures, and to launch cyber attacks - without any specific names or targets.
Gadahn is quoted in the video as saying: "Muslims in the West have to remember that they are perfectly placed to play an important and decisive part in the jihad against the Zionists and crusaders, and to do major damage to the enemies of Islam, waging war on their religion, sacred places, and things, and brethren," says Gadahn. "This is a golden opportunity and a blessing." (ABC News; Christian Emergency Network)
- Thank the Lord that these alerts have been released and pray over each one in detail, thanking the LORD that He promises to watch over His own, keeping us safe from harm. Pray that the leaders in both the churches and in the business community would take note of these alerts, and take appropriate measures in response.
- "If you say, "The LORD is my refuge," and you make the Most High your dwelling, no harm will overtake you, no disaster will come near your tent." (Psalm 91:9,10)
NEWS FROM WASHINGTON:
1. LAWMAKERS SUE THE WHITE HOUSE OVER USE OF MILITARY FORCE IN LIBYA
2. OBAMA SAYS THERE ARE "NO "HOSTILITIES" IN LIBYA"
3. OBAMA'S WAR REPORT ON LIBYA MISREPESENTS U.S. SUPPORT OF TERRORISTS
4. WEINER'S MOTHER-IN-LAW A MEMBER OF MUSLIM BROTHERHOOD
5. SENATE TO VOTE TUESDAY ON PANETTA AS SECRETARY OF DEFENSE
6. MAJORITY WHIP SAYS DEMOCRAT POLICIES HAVE CRUSHED ECONOMY
7. GOVERNMENT IMPOSES CELEBRATION OF LGBT SEXUALITY AMONG FEDERAL WORKERS
8. USDA GAY-SENSITIVITY TRAINING SEEKS LARGER AUDIENCE
9. HOUSE HOMELAND SECURITY HEARING ON RADICAL ISLAM
10. INDIANA: U.S. JUSTICE DEPARTMENT SIDES WITH PLANNED PARENTHOOD
11. SUPREME COURT DENIES REVIEW IN PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE CASE
12. THE DALAI LAMA HEADING BACK TO D.C.
1. LAWMAKERS SUE THE WHITE HOUSE OVER USE OF MILITARY FORCE IN LIBYA
A bipartisan group of House lawmakers sued the Obama administration on Wednesday over its use of U.S. military forces in Libya. Led by Reps. Dennis Kucinich (D-Ohio) and Walter Jones (R-N.C.), the members contend the White House broke the law when it launched military operations against Libyan strongman Col. Moammar Gadhafi in March without congressional authorization. Aside from Kucinich and Jones, eight other House members endorsed the lawsuit, including GOP Reps. Howard Coble (N.C.), John Duncan (Tenn.), Roscoe Bartlett (Md.), Ron Paul (Texas), Tim Johnson (Ill.) and Dan Burton (Ind.), and Democratic Reps. John Conyers (Mich.) and Michael Capuano (Mass.). The 1973 War Powers Resolution requires presidents to get congressional approval for military operations within 60 days, or withdraw forces within the next 30. Congress has not authorized the current operations in Libya. (The Hill) Read more.
- Please pray that this lawsuit puts to rest the absurd and dangerous game this president is playing and that truth and right speech be brought to the foreground concerning his dealings, interests, and involvement with Libya. Ask that no glitch or foul play be allowed as proceedings begin and that immediate resolve will attend this transgression.
- "A man burdened with bloodshed will flee into a pit; Let no one help him." (Proverbs 28:17)
2. OBAMA SAYS THERE ARE "NO "HOSTILITIES" IN LIBYA"
The daily bombings of Tripoli by our military, the attacks on the Libyan army and the tens of millions of dollars spent on munitions do not constitute "hostilities" and as a result, says President Obama, he does not have to seek authority to continue the war there under the War Powers Act. "It's bizarre that the administration has sent over a letter yesterday referring to the fact that we're not involved in hostilities in Libya," Senator Corker, (R-TN), said on the Senate floor. "I mean it's really totally bizarre when you look at what's going on right now in the air in Libya right now." Senator McCain, (R-AZ)., called yesterday's report from the administration a "confusing breach of common sense," and a "puzzling assertion." Senator Corker and Senator Jim Webb, (D-VA) introduced a bill requiring a "detailed justification" of the US operation in Libya from the administration. Even Democrats are astonished at Obama's disregard for Congressional oversight. (Religious Freedom Coalition)
- Pray that God will give this Senatorial coalition the wisdom to cut away the foolishness in this statement and fully expose the strange, illogical behavior or Mr. Obama. Take the sword of the spirit, the Word of God, and declare that this will not be the way American government leaders are permitted to function. Pray for this White House, that accountability will be forthcoming and this huge breach in the wall will be mended.
- "He who is often rebuked, and hardens his neck, will suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy." (Proverbs 29:1)
3. OBAMA'S WAR REPORT ON LIBYA MISREPESENTS U.S. SUPPORT OF TERRORISTS
In his Daily Jot of Thursday, June 16, Bill Wilson wrote an excellent analysis of the president's position on Libya. This includes the facts that:
1) Obama is continuing his course of an "illegal" war without the consent of Congress in clear violation of the War Powers Act as well as Article 1, Section 8 of the US Constitution.
2) Our US tax dollars and military personnel are being used to aid and abet known terrorists (primarily, the Libyan Muslim Brotherhood). This has been confirmed from reports from his own State Department, his Joint Chiefs of Staff, and at least seven independent media sources that say have documented this.
3) The Muslim Brotherhood is dedicated to the implementation of global Sharia Law and states that it will work with any Islamic group to attain that goal.
Bill Wilson's conclusion? The evidence is overwhelming that the U.S. President is downplaying or may be even misrepresenting his use of American military and diplomatic support of Libyan rebels who are terrorists, supporters of terrorists, and radical Islamists.
To read Bill Wilson's entire report from last Thursday, go here. [Reported by: Hebrew Nation News Alerts]
- Offer a word of praise that, this week, Congress is continuing to demand that the President either abide by the War Powers Act or cease his activities in Libya. Ask the Lord to continue to strengthen the hands of those members of Congress who are demandiing that this White House obeys the law. Pray!
- "In that day the LORD of hosts will be . . .a spirit of justice to him who sits in judgment, And for strength to those who turn back the battle at the gate." (Isaiah 28:5,6)
4. WEINER'S MOTHER-IN-LAW A MEMBER OF MUSLIM BROTHERHOOD
Tasked with advancing movement that aims to establish Saudi-style regime in U.S.
The mother-in-law of disgraced Democratic Rep. Anthony Weiner is a member of the Muslim Brotherhood in Saudi Arabia, according to Arabic news sources cited by a former Palestinian Liberation Organization operative. Walid Shoebat, an ex-Muslim Brotherhood activist in the Holy Land, translated sources that say Huma Abedin's mother, Saleha Mahmoud Abedin, a professor of sociology in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, belongs to the Sunni movement's women's division known as the Muslim Sisterhood. One of the Sisterhoods aims, reportedly, is "to spread the Brotherhood's ideology by infiltrating universities, schools and homes."
Weiner's wife, a practicing Muslim who is still well-connected to her family, serves as Secretary of State Hillary Clinton's deputy chief of staff. She is considered Clinton's "right-hand woman," having worked with the former first lady and senator since coming to the White House in 1996 as an intern. Weiner resigned from his Queens, N.Y., congressional seat Thursday after admitting he lied about sending lewd texts and photographs to women on the Internet. Huma Abedin's position with Clinton in the State Department and her marriage to Weiner give her exposure to state secrets and access to the inner workings of Congress. (WorldNetDaily) Read more.
- It is time to call forth a congressional investigation of this entire episode, which has now become a matter of national security. As more hidden things are revealed, thank the Lord that He IS a God of justice, and He will cause those with hidden schemes to be found out and held accountable. Pray for the souls of all involved, for each one clearly needs to know our Messiah and find the promise of eternal life with Him. Pray.
- "By transgression an evil man is snared, But the righteous sings and rejoices." (Prov. 29:6)
5. SENATE TO VOTE TUESDAY ON PANETTA AS SECRETARY OF DEFENSE
A Tuesday afternoon vote on the nomination of CIA Director Leon Panetta to succeed Robert Gates as defense secretary has been scheduled in the Senate. The Senate decided Thursday it will spend two hours talking about Panetta's nomination and then vote. The discussion is scheduled to begin at 2:15 p.m., when the Senate returns from regularly scheduled party policy luncheons, with a vote precisely at 4:15 p.m. The Senate Armed Services Committee unanimously approved Panetta's nomination last Tuesday. Gates is planning to retire on June 30.
Panetta is expected to be succeeded at the Central Intelligence Agency by Army Gen. David Petraeus, who was making rounds on Capitol Hill on Thursday to meet with senators to smooth his path toward confirmation. The Senate Intelligence Committee has scheduled a June 23 confirmation hearing for Petraeus. (The Marine Times)
Read more.
- There are some who have questioned Panetta's nomination to serve in this position, due to some of his association in past days. By now, though, it does seem that this nomination will go through.
Lift up both Leon Panetta and David Patreaus as each man prepares to move into his new role in the government. May each one seek the Lord in his new role, and may God grant each man His wisdom in ruling.
- "I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will
counsel you and watch over you." (Psalm 32:8)6. MAJORITY WHIP SAYS DEMOCRAT POLICIES HAVE CRUSHED ECONOMY
The Majority Whip in the United States House of Representatives, Congressman Kevin McCarthy, Republican from California blasted the Democrats today for crushing the American economy with their policies. Majority Whip McCarthy said: "There is a fundamental difference between an entrepreneur and a government job. An entrepreneur does not take a job from anyone, they create jobs. Well this environment, these Democrat policies have crushed it to a new low. That's why the Republicans have a plan that will unshackle America, reform the regulation, create a tax atmosphere that actually allows you to compete with the rest of the world and invest in American jobs and American energy."
Yesterday, the Chairman of the Democrat National Committee, Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman-Schultz, committed what some White House officials considered a faux pas when she told "Politico's" Mike Allen that "We own the economy." Indeed, she is entirely correct. The Democrats do own and are now fully responsible for arguably the worst economy since the Great Depression because of their socialist-leaning policies.
The Democrats enjoyed blaming President George W. Bush for the bad economy and they were right in the first year or so during the Obama administration. Now, the top Democrat Party official proudly claims the economy -- with the 9.1% unemployment rate and the anemic growth rate of 1.8% in the last quarter -- is definitely the Democrats' economy. (Christian Coalition of America) Read more.
- The facts about our economy and who is responsible for this disaster do speak for themselves. As our nation goes through the painful process of seeing false economic structures collapse, call forth the grace available from Heaven that will see us through. God is still in the kingdom-building business; He does not wish that we be destroyed. Ask Him to forgive those responsible, for they know not what they do.
- "A faithful man will abound with blessings, But he who hastens to be rich will not go unpunished." (Proverbs 28:20)
7. GOVERNMENT IMPOSES CELEBRATION OF LGBT SEXUALITY AMONG FEDERAL WORKERS
Last week we prayed about the effects of the HHS "LGBT Youth Summit," sponsored by the Department of Education. Top level appointees declared, "the federal government has 'come out.'" Christian media were prevented from attending the break-out sessions and conducting interviews with teen participants. The goal to expand recruiting for LGBT homes to adopt children was also a focus of the event.
The Summit was one of many federally sponsored LGBT events this month. HHS, whose size and resources dwarf most nations, emailed every employee in the huge agency, "urging" them to participate in LGBT events:
It also announced that HHS is partnering with the Department of Education to sponsor "a mini-film festival in celebration of LGBT Month." HHS closed its email ". . . you are receiving this email because you are employed by the Department of Health and Human Services. It is not possible to be removed from this list at this time. Please do not respond to this email . . " (Family Research Council Prayer Targets)
- Pray God will stop this oppression of our hired federal workers -- military and civilian!
- "Whoso causeth the righteous to go astray in an evil way, he shall fall himself into his own pit: but the upright shall have good things in possession." (Proverbs 28:10)
8. USDA GAY-SENSITIVITY TRAINING SEEKS LARGER AUDIENCE
U.S. Department of Agriculture activists want to impose their intense brand of homosexual sensitivity training governmentwide, including a discussion that compares "heterosexism" - believing marriage can be between only one man and one woman - to racism.
If accepted by the Obama administration, that move could mean more sessions for military service members already undergoing gay-sensitivity indoctrination. Critics fear additional gay-oriented training would add an unnecessary burden for combat troops and encourage some to leave.
USDA officials have asked the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), which oversees all federal employee policies, to impose its gay-awareness programs on all federal departments, according to an internal newsletter. The training includes a discussion of "heterosexism" and compares it to racism. It says people who view marriage as being between only one man and one woman are guilty of "heterosexism." (Washington Times) Read more.
- Continue to stand as the restraining force, through prayer, against the increasing tide of evil in our land. Scripture is true and our increasingly dark age was prophesied by the ancients of old. Stand fast; in time, this too shall pass.
- "See, darkness covers the earth and thick darkness is over the peoples, but the LORD rises upon you and his glory appears over you." (Isaiah 60:2)
9. HOUSE HOMELAND SECURITY HEARING ON RADICAL ISLAM
Democrat: We Need 'Analysis of How Christian Militants . . . Might Bring Down The Country'
At a congressional hearing on Muslim radicalization in U.S. prisons, Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee (D-Texas) said that investigators needed to analyze Christian militants in America because they too might try to "bring down the country."
In an exchange with witness Patrick Dunleavy, the former deputy inspector of the criminal intelligence unit, New York Department of Correctional Services, Rep. Jackson Lee mentioned the case of a man who blew up an abortion clinic and proposed that this perhaps was an attempt to undermine U.S. law that allows a woman to procure an abortion. Rep. Lee then said, "As we look to be informational, we should include an analysis of how Christian militants or others might bring down the country. We have to look broadly, do we not?"
Dunleavy answered: "I don't know that Christian militants have foreign country backing or foreign country financing."
Lee then said, "I don't think that's the issue. The issue is whether or not their intent is to undermine the laws of this nation. And I think it is clear that that is the case. So it's not -- your distinction is not answering the question."
The hearing on Muslim radicalization in U.S. prisons was held on Wednesday by the House Homeland Security Committee, which is chaired by Rep. Peter King (R-N.Y.). (CNSNews.com) Read more.
- This is another sign that we are in the latter days, when they will call "good, evil" and "evil, good."
Pray that the distorted rhetoric heard by this congresswoman would go no further; and that truth instead would prevail.Offer praise that Rep. Peter King continues to hold hearings on the danger of radical Islam in our nation -- in this case the recruiting of prisoners to this dangerous way of thinking. May good yet prevail over evil.
- "Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good." (Romans 12:21)
10. INDIANA: U.S. JUSTICE DEPARTMENT SIDES WITH PLANNED PARENTHOOD
Indiana's Medicaid funds withheld on behalf of Planned Parenthood
The U.S. Justice Department has weighed in on the battle over a new Indiana law that cuts Medicaid funding from Planned Parenthood because it provides abortions. The organization has requested a court order, blocking the law from taking effect. Thursday night, the Justice Department sided with Planned Parenthood.
Meanwhile, Obama is holding $4 billion in Medicaid funding hostage in an effort to force Indiana taxpayers to underwrite the biggest threat to unborn life: abortion. On June 1, the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) disapproved Indiana's Medicaid State Plan over a new state law restricting taxpayer subsidies for abortion mills.
On Thursday, 28 Senate Republicans fired off a letter demanding CMSAdministrator Donald Berwick reconsider. "If this administration cuts off all of Indiana's Medicaid matching funds, that would be an outright declaration that it cares more about the abortion lobby than about allowing states to run their own programs free of Washington interference," Sen. Orrin Hatch, the Senate Finance Committee's ranking member, told The Washington Times. (Read more)
For more on this story from Associarted Press, go here.
- Father, we thank you for the leadership of Indiana and their efforts to protect life, and to stop all funding for organizations built on profiting from abortion. We ask you to strengthen the hand of those who are seeking to protect life, and to break the back of any who would stand in the way of that hand. We declare, decree, and agree with these Senators: no disruption over the states rights to administer their Medicaid programs in a manner consistent with the values and needs of their citizens.
- "They do not direct their deeds, toward turning to their God, for the spirit of whoredoms is in their midst, and they do not know the LORD." (Hosea 5:4)
11. SUPREME COURT DENIES REVIEW IN PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE CASE
The U.S. Supreme Court has denied certiorari in Freedom From Religion Foundation v. United States. In the case, the U.S. 1st Circuit Court of Appeals rejected an Establishment Clause challenge to New Hampshire's School Patriot Act that requires a time d
uring the school day for voluntary recitation of the pledge of allegiance. (Congressional Prayer Caucus Foundation)- Praise the Lord for ONE good report this week! Keep praying!
- "Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD, The people whom He has chosen for His own inheritance." (Psalm 33:12)
12. THE DALAI LAMA HEADING BACK TO D.C.
Will be here from July 6 - 16; Major event to take place at Verizon Center
In July, the Dalai Lama will be laying a Kalachakra Mandala for World Peace in Washington, DC, USA, from July 6-16. Curing the first three days of the Kalachakra from July 6 through 8, the Dalai Lama, along with the monks of Namgyal Monastery and senior lamas, will conduct rituals which prepare and consecrate the venue. These include chanting of prayers, creation of the sand mandala, and other rituals. From July 9 to 11, he will give preliminary teachings. On July 12, the Kalachadra Ritual Dance will be performed by the monks of Namgyal Monastery. The Dalai Lama will confer the Kalachadra Initiation from July 13 to 15. On July 16, a long life empowerment (tsewang) and a ceremony offering AI prayers for the long life of the Dalai Lama will be performed. (Source: International Prayer Connections)
- We wish to encourage all of our friends in this regional area to consider launching a prayer drive around D.C., using the Beltway as your venue, at any time during the time frame of July 6 - 16. God is in control. This is not the first time the Dalai Lama has visited this city, and it won't be the last. Fear not, the Greater One is with us, and He is in us. As we praise Him, surrounding the city with our worship and songs of rejoicing, our Lord WILL establish Himself above our land. Rejoice in Him! Fear not!
- "Greater is He that is in you than he that is in the world." (I John 4:4)
"But thou art holy, O thou that inhabitest the praises of Israel." (Psalm 22:3)
"Let God arise, and let His enemies be scattered!" (Psalm 68:1)
LEGISLATION TO WATCH
1. H.R. 1249: AMERICA INVENTS ACT
To amend title 35, United States Code, to provide for patent reform.
Since fiscal year 2004, the Commerce, Justice, State Appropriations bill has included the Weldon amendment that ensures the U.S. Patent and Trade Office (USPTO) does not issues patents that are directed to or encompassing a human organism. This effectively bans human cloning by removing any profit motivation.
Now, H.R. 1249 is set to remove USPTO funding from the annual appropriations process and instead funds it and the issuance of patents through user fees. Since USPTO would no longer be funded through the appropriations process, no policy restrictions in any appropriations bill would apply to USPTO, including the Weldon amendment.
Thus, the current ban on human cloning would disappear.
The House floor manager's amendment to H.R. 1249 is expected to include language to permanently codify the Weldon Amendment into law to preserve the ban on human cloning.
- Father, we ask you to ensure that the Weldon amendment language is included in the manager's amendment when it is brought to the floor and that it would pass.
- "Now, O Israel, listen to the statutes and the judgments which I teach you to observe, that you may live." (Deuteronomy 4:1)
2. H.R.1741 : THE SECURE VISAS ACT
Congressman Randy Forbes is cosponsoring the Secure Visas Act, which prevents terrorists from obtaining U.S. visas and allows U.S. officials to expedite the removal of terrorists who are in the United States on visas.
In addition to authorizing the Secretary of Homeland Security to refuse or revoke visas when necessary for U.S. national security interests, this bill enhances visa security by mandating that the Department of Homeland Security maintain Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Visa Security Units (VSUs) at the 19 posts that currently have them, while also expanding units to the numerous posts that ICE has designated as "highest-risk" countries-including Yemen, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Morocco, Lebanon and Algeria.
VSUs are essential for national security because at VSU posts, 100% of applicants receive close additional screening, compared to only 2% of applicants that receive extra screening at non-VSU posts. The Secure Visas Act is sponsored by Rep. Lamar Smith [R-TX]. (Source: Office of Congressman Randy Forbes)
- Father, we thank You for the firm authorization in this bill requiring action on the part of Homeland Security to more closely monitor immigration to our country and act on the refusing and revoking of Visas to suspected terrorists. We pray for the personnel of Homeland Security to be alert and proactive in eliminating this particular way for terrorists to enter our country or stay when they are suspected of doing our country harm. We pray for this bill to c
ome to the floor for a vote which will place it into law."For the oppression of the poor, for the sighing of the needy, now will I arise, saith the Lord; I will set him in safety from him that puffeth at him." (Psalms 12:5)
3. H.R. 2070: ADDING FDR'S D-DAY PRAYER TO WORLD WAR II MEMORIAL
Congressman Bill Johnson, a Member of the Prayer Caucus, introduced legislation last week to add President Franklin D. Roosevelt's D-Day prayer to the National World War II Memorial in Washington, DC. President Roosevelt delivered the prayer to the nation on June 6, 1944, the day that American troops stormed the beaches of Normandy, France. The bill, H.R. 2070, would direct the Secretary of the Interior to install a plaque or an inscription of the prayer in the area of the Memorial, and would allow the project to be funded through private donations. (The Congressional Prayer Caucus Blog)
--Thank You, Father, for prayerful members of Congress who are willing to put forth legislation that recognizes the fact that our former Presidents have called on Your Divine help during difficult times. We pray for those who are elected or appointed officials to call on You each day for guidance. Thank You for those who do so now! We pray for this bill to be acted into law and for full cooperation of the Department of the Interior.
- "And call upon me in the day of trouble: I will deliver thee, and thou shalt glorify me." (Psalms 50:15)
4. INTERSTATE ABORTION BAN
CIANA, the Child Interstate Abortion Notification Act, would prohibit a person who is not a parent knowingly taking a minor across state lines with the intent of obtaining an abortion, if it evades a parental involvement law in the minor's home state. CIANA also requires abortionists to notify parents at least 24 hours before performing an abortion on an out-of-state minor. The bill in the past has been introduced in both the House and Senate, but has failed under Democrat leaders. Senators Orrin Hatch (R-UT) and Marco Rubio (R-FL) are sponsoring the bill in the Senate. Although the bill will no be filed until June 21, please contact your Senators now and ask them to co-sponsor CIANA. [Religious Freedom Coalition]
- Pray from the Throne Room of God that the principality of death and child exploitation will be cut off in this country. Pray a for keen awareness to spread across this land in swift and broad strokes. Intercede for parents and their children, for the kind of nurture and admonition that opens wide any satanic gaps in love and communication. Ask that leaders would act with sane and moral standards on behalf of the children and the grandchildren of the United States of America.
- "But Fear God. And if you see the oppression of the poor, and the violent perversion of justice and righteousness in a province, do not marvel at the matter; for high official watches over high official, and higher officials are over them." (Ecclesiastes 5:7b-8)
5. CHANGE PROPOSED IN HOUSE, SENATE CALENDARS TO BLOCK RECESS APPOINTMENTS
Freshman Congressman Jeff Landry, R-La., says that President Obama is misusing recess appointments, and he's going to do something about it. "When the president puts up nominees, they go through the confirmation process, and the senate blocks them or doesn't confirm them, and then he waits for a recess appointment just to appoint those people. He is circumventing the Constitution," said Landry on Fox News Saturday. "When we have 9 percent unemployment we don't want appointees by the president who are going to do more to stifle this economy," added Congressman Landry.
To attempt to keep that from happening, Landry has drafted a letter that was signed by more than 70 freshman congressmen, saying that they would hold sessions in shifts to keep the House and Senate from going into recess, starting with their next scheduled break in August.
"I think it's not only an important issue for me, but a lot of my freshmen colleagues who came to Washington to hold this administration and this federal government accountable. It's our responsibility," said Landry.
Congressman Landry says the Senate needs to take responsibility as well. "Look the senate hasn't done much this year, so I don't see why they can't take up his nominees and go through the confirmation process," said Lee. (Fox News) Read more.
- Father, we thank You that voices are rising up against the abuse of power evident in this administration. We pray for a strengthening and enlargement of the movement to bring the balance of power back to our county. We pray for the success of this action against the centralizing of power the administration is doing.
- "Woe to them that devise iniquity, and work evil upon their beds! when the morning is light, they practice it, because it is in the power of their hand." (Micah 2:1)
FROM THE CPC FOUNDATION
BULLETINS FROM THE CONGRESSIONAL PRAYER CAUCUS FOUNDATION
The Congressional Prayer Caucus Foundation has asked prayer support for the following bills, now in Congress. Please pray for each one, accoring to Matthew 6:10: it is written: "Thy Kingdom come, Thy will be done on earth, as it is in heaven."
The Congressional Prayer Caucus Foundation was established to help protect our Judeo-Christian heritage and religious liberty .
Learn more about their mission and how YOU can be involved with their work by visiting their website at: www.CPCFoundation.com.
Here, then, is their list of bills needing prayer:
1. H.R. 2023: PUBLIC EXPRESSION OF RELIGION ACT H.R. 2023, the Public Expression of Religion Act, which would limit the remedies available to parties that bring lawsuits against expressions of religion . . .The bill would modify the law so each side pays its own attorney fees, removing the monetary incentive that activist groups have in bringing these types of cases.
H.R. 2023 was introduced on May 6 by Rep. Dan Burton [R-IN] and was referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. PRAY FOR PASSSAGE.
2. H.Res. 211: ESTABLISHING THE "TEN COMMANDMENTS WEEKEND" IN MAY
This bill expresses support for designation of the first weekend of May as Ten Commandments Weekend to recognize the significant contributions the Ten Commandments have made in shaping the principles, institutions, and national character of the United States.
H. Res. 211 was introduced by Rep Gohmert, Louie [R-TX] and was then referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. H.Res. 211 currently has 31 cospsonsors. PRAY FOR SUPPORT TO BUILD IN CONGRSS TOWARDS PASSAGE.
3. H.RES.253: ESTABLISHING A "SPIRITUAL HERITAGE WEEK"
H.Res. 253 affirms the rich spiritual and religious history of our Nation's founding and subsequent history and expressing support for designation of the first week in May as "America's Spiritual Heritage Week" for the appreciation of and education on America's history of religious faith.
This bill is sponsored by Rep. Randy Forbes [R-VA] and has been referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. PRAY FOR PASSAGE.
FLOOD WATCH!!
Please read and urgently pray over following that could have catastrophic effects on America.
Blessings
Ivan and Linda Doxtator
First Nations Counseling Ministries
Dear Mighty Warriors,
Nebraska, Iowa, and South Dakota are in URGENT NEED OF PRAYER as the Missouri River is flooding. With aged levees and dams that are being opened there is potential for catastrophic affects for St Louis. Below, Nebraska Apostolic Prayer Networks, Apostle Linelle Kelley has included an assessment of the situation from Advisor Bernard Shanks of the Resource Renewal Source. Linelle has requested serious prayer and intercession and has included prayer points at the end of the e-mail to guide you.
Praying Through,
Katherine Watsey
Founder, Iowa Apostolic Prayer Network, IAPN
Dear Nebraska Prayer Warriors:
Much is happening with the Missouri River flood. A levee at the Iowa-Missouri border broke today and parts of Hamburg, Iowa are being evacuated. The Fort Calhoun nuclear power plant is almost under water. Eppley Airfield could be affected by flooding. Many people have already had to leave their homes and businesses all along this mighty river. Acres and acres of farm land are being flooded.Much property has been damaged.
Below is a posting from last week that expresses great concern for the structural stability of all the upstream dams. All this calls for serious intercession and warfare.
View the You Tube of this interview by going here.Title; "Missouri River - Flood of Biblical Proportions 6/11/11"
PRAYER POINT (edited):
THANK YOU FATHER THAT YOU HAVE A LONG ARM, AND THAT YOUR ARM REACHES OUT OVER ALL THIS LAND AND YOUR PEOPLE FOR PROTECTION. THANK YOU FOR YOUR ANGELS THAT YOU PUT IN CHARGE OVER US - TO GUIDE US - TO PROTECT US - TO KEEP US SAFE, FOR YOU SAID THAT BECAUSE WE KNOW YOUR NAME, "CALL ON ME AND I WILL ANSWER YOU. I AM WITH YOU IN TROUBLE, I WILL DELIVER YOU AND HONOR YOU. WITH LONG LIFE I WILL SATISFY YOU AND SHOW YOU MY SALVATION."
Pray that God will bring forth good and that He will be glorified.
Linelle Kelley, Apostolic Coordinator
Nebraska Apostolic Prayer Network
PO Box 15
Inman NE 68742
linelle@kmtel.net
This Week, Worship Our Lord As . . .
THE LORD OUR RIGHTEOUSNESS (Adoni Tseedkaynu)
"In his days Judah will be saved and Israel will live in safety. This is the name by which he will be called: The LORD Our Righteous Savior." (Jeremiah 23:6)
Lord, may I always remember it is never me; always Thee. in my goodness, it is Thee. How I praise You that Your righteousness can be mine. Help me to be obedient to You -- in thought, word and deed. Amen.
(Taken from: Intimate Moments with the Hebrew Names of God, by Barri Cae Malin and Shmuel Wolkenfeld; Bridge-Logos Publishers; Gainesville, FL, 32614. ISBN: 0-88270-801-5)
