Here are some amazing testimonies of what G-d is doing throughout the world on the Day of Prayer for the Peace of Jerusalem. Don't see your Region listed? Please contact your local coordinator and ask them to send us your testimonies.
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Africa
Angola (2009) *NEW* - click here for regional facts and map
"Truly this year 'the DPPJ', was a blessing and made a big impact for our churches and ministries in Luanda. We had simultaneously three meetings on the city of Luanda. My church was the big center which gather 204 believers, the second center gather several believers and the third 125. It was a powerful time!" -- Regional Coordinator
Benin (2009) *NEW* - click here for regional facts and map
Zannangnando, Benin
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"We had a meeting with 18 pastors of various denominations in the area of Zagnanado locate at 40 kilometers of Bohicon. During this meeting we cast vision, prayed for the peace of Jerusalem, and restoration of the Jewish people and various prayers so that plans of God appear in Israel. We have invited the pastors to pray every first Sunday of October to the Peace of Jerusalem. We did not have cars but we were been able to go 250 kilometers in bicyclesand the taxi buses. In each place we leave an Israel flag to encourage the pastors to pray for Israel and not forget the Day of Prayer." - Regional Coordinator
Bohicon, Benin *NEW*
"Our Day of Prayer celebration took place in Bohicon,160 kilometers of cotonou in the church of Pentecost's in Bohicon. Led by a Pastor who leads the Pentecost’s church called Cyprien Gbohoun. Shalom Ministry also participated in the day, beginning with worship and praise. We presented the Day of Prayer vision, and led out prayers for the peace of Jerusalem." - Regional Coordinator
Burundi, Benin (2009 *NEW*
"Every first Sunday of October each year over 200 churches and ministries, over 250.000 people around the planet join together in prayer for the peace of Jerusalem. The city of the Great King.
We as Grace ministry joined this worldwide convocation and stand on the side of the people of God ( Israel) and lift this nation before the throne of Grace according to the scriptures in psalm 122:6 “ Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: may they prosper who love you”
If you see closely this verse it begins with a command ‘Pray” which means that God commended us to pray for His city and then there is a promise “may the prosper who love you” I know even you that everybody around the world ask God overtime for the prosperities either physical and spiritual even materials. So God says “pray” for Jerusalem and you will get what you ask for. In Louis Second French translation it says “to enjoy the rest” you see!! We all need to enjoy and be happy in our lives so the Lord says Pray for the peace of Jerusalem…
In psalm 124:1-4; “…. Had it not been the Lord who was our side, when men rose up against us; then they would have swallowed us alive, when their anger was kindled against us….”
Israel has experienced many deportations during the kings in the Old Testament and recently when Adolph Hitler killed over six million of Jews but if it was not God to protect them they no longer exist one nation today called Israel on geographic map… so that we as Christians we must stand on the side of Israel to pray for it peace because it will be in Jerusalem where our King of kings and Lord of lords will reign for one thousand years.
In our church every first Sunday of October we invite as many churches and ministries as possible to pray together for the peace of Jerusalem as you can see on pictures.
This is the part of the message that Pastor Philippe SELEMANI taught on that day….
“For Zion’s sake I will not keep silent, and for Jerusalem’s sake I will not keep quiet, until her righteousness, goes forth like brightness and her salvation like a torch that burning. And the nations will see your righteousness, and all kings your glory, and you will be called by a new name, which the mouth of the Lord will designate.”
“On your walls. O Jerusalem, I have appointed watchmen; all day and all night they will never keep silent. You, who remind the Lord, take no rest for yourselves; and give Him no rest until He establishes and makes Jerusalem praise in the earth.” Isaiah 62:1-2, 6-7." -- Burundi Africa Regional
Sedjedenou, Benin
"In the village of Sedjedenou, about 100 evangelical Christians gathered and lifted their voices for Jerusalem. The Pastor cast vision about praying for Jerusalem and how that is linked to the destiny of your nation. Intercession was lifted up, with themes such as, unity, peace, restoration"
Cotonou Benin
"A prayer meeting took place in Cotonou, where the Consul of Israel near Benin was present and some leaders of the denomination of Christianity heavenly churches and other pastors were present. The women's association "mourner and intercessor of Benin" had come to join us in praying for Jerusalem."
Cameroon (2007) - click here for regional facts and map
"The DPPJ Event in Cameroon went very well. The whole Sunday service was dedicated to DPPJ.
The local church rented a hall in the central city of Yaounde to help other people attend from different denominations. A program was organized by a pastor in Douala on Saturday, October 6 in preparation for Sunday and an offering was raised for Israel." -- Regional Coordinator
"We had a wonderful day!" -- Regional Coordinator
Central Africa (2009) *NEW* - click here for regional facts and map
"The Christians of Central African republic met in the church, to unite itself in the prayer for Jerusalem on Sunday October 4, 2009.
All the Christians received the responsibility to pray for the city on which Jesus cried, the city where His soon return. The current crisis concerning Jerusalem has global ramifications and will be resolved by God's people praying.
More than five hundred Christians marked the 8th annual day of the prayer for the peace of Jerusalem with the worship and the prayer in the Church Baptist Evangélique of Saïdou of 08 o'clock 00 to 12 o'clock 30 to the presence of His Excellence Mister the Minister of the Interior, Representing the of the Central African republic government and some Ministers, leaders of the Christian communities were invited." - Regional Coordinator
Republic of Congo(2008) - click here for regional facts and map
Ghana (2009) *NEW* - click here for regional facts and map
"We had a powerful time of prayer on October 4th! With many Christian leaders we prayed for the peace of Jerusalem, for the Israel Government and leaders, Radical Islam and Jihad, rain in the land, Israel’s redemption, reconciliation and restoration. We look forward to participating once again in 2010!" - Regional Coordinator
Kenya (2009) *NEW* - click here for regional facts and map
"Our DPPJ event at Gospel Prayer Centre - Mizpah, had over 80 intercessors praying for Israel. We started the event at 11:00 a.m. and explaining the reasons why we as Christians need to stand with Israel at this particular time. I shared three of the reasons by Jack Hayford and then led the intercessors in praying for the peace of Jerusalem as mandated by Psalm 122:6. This year, I was able to partner with another pastor from our city. It was a great experience having him lead the prayers while blowing a shofar and prophesying over Israel.
From The University of Nairobi, we recruited 8 students and shared with them materials about the DDPJ initiative. These students committed to pray today for Israel and also to continue praying for Israel. Overall, the event was a great success and I am grateful to God for having taken part in it." - Regional Coordinator
Liberia (2009) *NEW* - click here for regional facts and map
"It was a blessing being a part of the day of prayer for the peace of Jerusalem for us in Liberia. It was the first of it kind and people were so excited. People prayed in their churches, homes, etc. " -- Regional Coordinator
Madagascar (2009) - click here for regional facts and map
"Many people understand now the importance of standing before God on behalf of the people of Jerusalem. I believe more than 25,000 believers in our country prayed with the rest of the world for the peace of Jerusalem. May God fulfill all His promises for the Holy land of Israel. " -- Regional Coordinator
Namibia (2009) *NEW* - click here for regional facts and map
"In our country many people were so excited about the DPPJ – many prayed in advance, many smaller groups of women and men from all the peoples in Namibia contacted and said they prayed – it really stirred my heart. I believe that approximately 15, 000 believers in our Nation prayed with the rest of the world.
The Lord gave us the Scriptures in Ezek 36 and 37,and Isa 62." - Regional Coordinator
"Approximately 30 Churches from
all over Namibia agreed to pray - we have about 40 towns in Namibia. We praise God for every person that was praying. We know that there were many that prayed - we received many cell phone calls - many that were outside the Church buildings, praying in their cars on the road, in rural areas, in houses, at old age homes, etc. We believe there could have been 10,000 believers praying in our country. Our population is approximately 2.2 million. Some Church leaders committed, but didn't want to send footage, which we respect. The overall attitude and response was positive - but many still need to acknowledge our Jewish roots. We are glad that we could partake of such a great event - calling up believers to pray for a mutual matter which really concerns us all as the body of Christ on earth." -- Regional Coordinator
Living Water Assembly, Walvis Bay (2008)
"We were grateful to be part of this wonderful opportunity, being reminded about God's desire for us to pray for the peace of Jerusalem. Our Pastor gave a short overview in explaining that there is the physical Jerusalem and then there is the spiritual Jerusalem. Bringing both together, Christians can understand the Kingdom of God more clearly as Abraham and the faith-giants had seen. We had a time of intersession for Israel as well as the global church.." -- Living Water Assembly Representative
Church in Bethanie (South-West) (2008)
"AFM Bethanie interceded for the peace of Jerusalem with the rest of the body of Christ worldwide. We petitioned and asked our Heavenly Father in Jesus' Name to protect them in these difficult times of war and constant conflict, and especially that they would experience PEACE in their hearts because of repentance and salvation that came to them through their Messiah." -- AFM Representative
Hentiesbay, Namibia (2008)
"On Sunday morning we prayed for the Peace of Jerusalem. Our hearts and souls were open and we prayed with humbleness and fierceness for the peace of Jerusalem and Israel. We experienced the presence of the Spirit of God Who served us in power." -- Hentiesbay Representative
Gobabis, East Namibia (2008)
"In the Nation of Namibia, Rev James Clifford from the Dutch Reformed Church at Gobabis held 3 services, totaling approximately 124 people for the Day of Prayer for the Peace of Jerusalem." -- Gobabis Representative
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Nigeria (2009) *NEW* - click here for regional facts and map
"We took part in the 2009 DPPJ here in Portharcourt and all the South -South States.
The full-page advert in The Punch National Newspaper and Television advert served as a reminder to all. The picture is from my students at Jephthah during the prayer session. It was a good time with the LORD ---the GOD OF ISRAEL and prayed for the peace of His beloved, eternal city----JERUSALEM." - Regional Coordinator
"The DPPJ was observed all over the nation on Sunday 5th October, 2008. More states in the Country participated in the Prayer Project through an umbrella organization of the organized Church sector called - The Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN). Approximately 1500 churches and 750,000 persons in each state that took part. The African Coordinator Dr. John Adedeji hosted a national television program on Nigeria Television Authority (NTA) to sensitize Christians on the prayer day before the event.
Christians earnestly prayed for the Peace of Jerusalem in the various Church services across the nation. Praise be to the God of Israel. Amen!" -- Regional Coordinator
Chapel of Christ, Port Harcourt (2007)
"The service started with praise and worship followed by a Bible reading from Psalm 83. The school choir rendered two Jerusalem songs. Administrator, Ifeoma Chukwuogo, gave a sermon on DPPJ. Fervent prayer was then offered for Israel." -- Chapel of Christ Representative
Royal Ambassadors Church, Abia State (2007)
"Earnest prayers for Jerusalem were offered all through the service...prayers for unity, repentance, reconciliation and revival." -- Royal Ambassadors Church Representative
First Love Assembly, Port Harcourt (2007)
"The day was set aside by church leaders to intercede on behalf of Israel. The message was given on the importance of being an intercessor. Songs of praise and worship were raised along with flags of Israel." -- First Love Assembly Representative
Praise Assembly Intl Church Inc, Port Harcourt (2007)
"Our church welcomed this great initiative and vision to pray for the city of Jerusalem. By His grace we will continue to pray for Israel. A brief sermon was given on the Biblical call for all Christians to pray for Israel and the blessings attached on the obedience to this call taken from Psalm 122. After the sermon, selected Bible passages were used to offer prayers. Finally we asked the blessing of the day upon the churches that received the materials and observed the day of prayer. The day of prayer was indeed a time of deep spiritual reflection which brought light on the church and all Christians to see the need to support Israel." -- Praise Assembly Intl Church Representative
Kingsway Dynamic Chapel, Bauchi (2007)
"Expectations were high on Sunday morning the 7th of October. The entire church service was dedicated to the DPPJ. Pastors took their turns in a concert prayer for the peace and prosperity of Jerusalem. A personal testimony was shared on the blessings for praying for Israel and encouragement was given to the congregation to do the same." -- Kingsway Dynamic Chapel Representative
The Fathers House, Christian Community Church of Nigeria, Owerri (2007)
"The members were eager to participate in the special prayer time allocated for Israel. Psalm 122 and Isa 62:6 were prayed and the vision of DPPJ was shared with the congregation. Corporate readings and prayers were given and we were reminded that the DPPJ is an annual event and will be observed again next year." -- Christian Community Church Representative
Rwanda (2009) *NEW* - click here for regional facts and map
"We received many teaching about the future glory of Israel the city of worship the Lord for the nation. Doctor Benjamin the principal of a Bible school was the main speaker. He explained all week how Jerusalem was established by king David. The example of those who worship the Lord, he established Jerusalem as a reference of the nations. He preached the verse of Psalm 137 to help us discover how Jerusalem was in the heart of Jews even if they were in captivity.
He took us in Romans 11 where Paul is talking about the restoration of Jerusalem and Israel. It is for our benefit to pray for the peace of Jerusalem, and for the blessing of Israel. If we do so, it will come back to us.
The second teacher was Dr. Rame, Gasaro specialist in the Middle East. He asked a question, can we pray only for the peace of Jerusalem as a nation or do we have to pray to for other Israelites who are living in different nations? He explained how these people are in different nations. He told us how America is blessed. The reason is that in this nation there are so many Israelites living among them. Another reason this country prospers is because they use their effort to fight for the peace of Jerusalem. Dr. Gasaro encouraged the church to study the Hebrew language, to have special songs in Hebrew, and love to pray for the peace of Jerusalem. "We bless you Jerusalem, let your people live in peace!" - Regional Coordinator
Sierra Leone (2009) *NEW* - click here for regional facts and map
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"We had nine churches participating in the Day of Prayer this year and approximately 1500 people in attendance.
We prayed for the land, that Israel and its people group be secured always, that the friendship with Sierra Leone be blessed by blessing Israel. A gathering of Pro-Israel Fellowships took place where the National Superintendent of our Denomination, the Deputy Minister of Finance, the District Superintendent and for the first time Muslim scholars attended.
We will be embarking on bringing to reality the Sierra Leone University Students Fellowship for Israel." - Regional Coordinator
Tanzania (2009) *NEW* - click here for regional facts and map
"We are happy that we were able to join in prayer for Israel at our
service today. We have had visitors come to our church and one of our
local government official attended too for the Day of Prayer.
We have encouraged people to pray for Israel at their churches as
well here in our town and other
regions. "-- Regional Coordinator
Uganda (2008) - click here for regional facts and map
"Overall the day was great! My life has not remained the same spiritually since praying for the Peace of Jerusalem!" -- Regional Coordinator
We look forward to participating once again in 2010!"