February 2

In describing the Jews, God called them the people whom He had formed for Himself, that they might declare His praise (see Isaiah 43:21). Israel is setting the stage for the last act of the history of this World.

God said to Abraham, “I will bless those who bless you. . ."

Genesis 12:3

Through many people long since gone

God’s gracious providence has shone

Only one race has brought to birth

A Sovereign fit to rule the earth

Its name is Israel, Oh Jew

I bend my Gentile head to you

Author Unknown

I pray for the peace of Jerusalem, Lord.