As Israel prepares to receive hostages held for over two years, Amanda Grace is calling believers to pray and intercede like never before.
As she points out, Friday’s date, Oct. 10, 2025, falls on Shabbat and carries a symbolic weight that aligns with John 10:10, where Jesus declares, “The thief comes only to steal, kill, and destroy; I came that they may have life and have it in abundance.”
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For two years, the world has watched the devastating impact of the Israel–Hamas conflict, where countless lives have been stolen and families torn apart. But now, the release of these captives signals the promise of life restored and hope renewed. The announcement of a Phase One agreement between Israel and Hamas came around the two-year mark of this war, echoing biblical patterns of deliverance and reversal.
Grace points that prayer is critical for Israel in this hour because the release will not come without challenges, and spiritual forces often work through patterns and timing. Right now, we must pray against any attempt by the enemy to derail this breakthrough. Intercession for the captives’ safe return, for Israel’s leaders, and for wisdom in navigating the next steps are vital.
Ultimately, believers are called to stand in the gap, declaring life over death, freedom over captivity and God’s protection over Israel. The power of prayer in these moments cannot be underestimated; it is both a shield and a force that aligns heaven with earth.
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As these hostages prepare to come home, the Church has the opportunity to intercede with authority, calling for divine favor, supernatural protection and a smooth return to families and communities.
Abby Trivett is a writer and editor for Charisma Media and has a passion for sharing the gospel through the written word. She holds two degrees from Regent University, a B.A. in Communication with a concentration in Journalism and a Master of Arts in Journalism. She is the author of the upcoming book, The Power of Suddenly: Discover How God Can Change Everything in a Moment.
