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
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
I bend my Gentile head to you
Author Unknown
I pray for the peace of Jerusalem
