Joel and Lynn Rosenberg provide an update on the Israel-Iran war, highlighting its unexpected length, civilian suffering, and the humanitarian response led by the Joshua Fund. They discuss how thousands have been displaced, the destruction from missile attacks, and the relaunch of the Rapid Response Fund to meet emergency needs. The episode also touches on military updates, U.S. involvement, and calls listeners to prayer.

Timestamps

• 00:00 – War overview; comparison to prior conflicts

• 02:29 – The Joshua Fund’s on-the-ground humanitarian work

• 04:44 – Civilian impact: displacement and urgent needs

• 08:17 – Rapid Response Fund: purpose and urgency

• 13:55 – Personal stories from affected communities

• 14:25 – Bomb shelter needs and upgrades

• 17:30 – Bible verse and prayer requests (see below)

• 18:02 – War day count, military updates, U.S. dynamics

• 25:23 – American involvement and leadership decisions

• 37:12 – Closing remarks and call for prayer and support

Prayer Request and Bible Verse

Bible Verse:
Joel 2:11 – “The Lord thunders at the head of his army; unlimited are his forces, and mighty are those that obey his command.”

Prayer Requests:

• Pray for the Joshua Fund’s relief efforts and the healing of all those affected.

• Pray for spiritual openness, protection, and wisdom for leaders.

• Pray for victory for Israel and for the church to be bold and caring in this crisis.

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Special - Israel's Historic Strike on Iran #228

Links for Reference

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu addresses nation on live TV — IDF attacking Iranian nuclear sites, scientists & ballistic missile facilities

https://allisraelnews.com/breaking-israeli-prime-minister-netanyahu-addresses-nation-on-live-tv-idf-attacking-iranian-nuclear-sites-scientists-ballistic-missile-facilities

ISRAEL LAUNCHES PREEMPTIVE STRIKES ON IRAN — Israeli DM declares ‘Extreme emergency alert’ for all citizens to prepare for retaliatory attacks

https://allisraelnews.com/breaking-news-israel-launches-preemptive-on-iran-moments-ago-at-3am-local-time-israeli-defense-minister-declares-extreme-emergency-alert-for-all-citizens-to-prepare-for-retaliatory-attacks