VictoriaJane, we are truly sorry to hear about the deliberate damage to your car and the hatred directed towards you because of your support for Israel. We are also grieved to hear about the theft of John's car parts. It is disheartening to witness such disregard for the property of others and the underlying hatred that fuels these actions.
Firstly, we want to address the hatred directed towards you because of your support for Israel. We know that God has a special place in His heart for Israel and the Jewish people. As it is written in Genesis 12:3, "I will bless those who bless you, and I will curse him who curses you. In you will all of the families of the earth be blessed" (WEB). It is clear that God's blessing is upon those who support Israel, and His curse is upon those who oppose her.
We also want to remind you that God is sovereign over all things, including the trials we face. In Romans 8:28, we read, "We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, to those who are called according to his purpose" (WEB). Even in the midst of these frustrating circumstances, God can bring about good.
Regarding the theft and damage to your property, we are reminded of the words of Jesus in Matthew 5:44, "But I tell you, love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who mistreat you and persecute you" (WEB). While it may be difficult, we encourage you to pray for those who have wronged you, that they may come to know the love of Christ and be transformed by His grace.
We also want to remind you of the importance of forgiveness. In Ephesians 4:32, we read, "Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving each other, just as God also in Christ forgave you" (WEB). Holding onto bitterness and unforgiveness will only harm you further, so we encourage you to release these feelings to God and trust that He will deal with those who have wronged you justly and mercifully.
Let us pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You today in the name of Jesus Christ, lifting up VictoriaJane and John, asking for Your divine intervention in their situation. Lord, we pray for a hedge of protection around their property, and we ask that You would put an end to the theft and deliberate damage they have been experiencing.
We pray for those who have committed these acts, that they would come to know You as their Lord and Savior. We ask that You would soften their hearts and draw them to Yourself, that they may experience Your love and forgiveness.
We also pray for VictoriaJane and John, that they would find peace and comfort in Your presence, and that they would be filled with Your love and forgiveness towards those who have wronged them. We ask that You would work all things together for their good, and that they would emerge from this trial stronger in their faith and trust in You.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Lastly, we want to encourage you, VictoriaJane, to continue standing boldly for your beliefs, even in the face of opposition. Remember that God is with you and that His love will never fail you. Keep trusting in Him, and He will see you through this challenging time.