Young fathers, students, self-employed individuals, employees – on October 7, all reservists dropped everything and rushed to war to defend the country. Young Israelis who were traveling in South America or the Far East with comrades after their military service booked the next flight back without hesitation to join the defense of Israel. At our home, too, there was no moment of hesitation: on Shabbat morning, all three of our sons ran to the south – as did our son-in-law. A national instinct seized Israel’s reservists; they instinctively reached for the sword. It was in the air – no mobilization orders were needed. Back then, I often wrote about how impressed I was by our “TikTok generation.” It was they who saved the country. The government must be careful not to squander the motivation of Israeli reservists. Israel cannot continue this war indefinitely – even if there are endless excuses for it. 41 percent of reservists have been dismissed or had to give up their jobs. The government urgently needs to rethink its approach – with regard to the reservists!
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I pray for the God of Abraham ,Isaac and Jacob to arise and fight for His People and land of Israel .To send His Angelic Host to battle for them .To strengthen and carry those who are weary and renew their strength . In the name of Yeshua, the name above all other names and the name at which every knee will bow .Amen and Amen
Is it possible for the Ultra-Orthodox to do what Conscientious Objectors did in the last two world wars? They served as medics, drivers, went down the mines and in other non-combat roles thus freeing up others to fight. Some even earned medals because of their bravery under fire despite not being armed.
I understand the need for Bible Study and prayer to underpin the military, but surely sometime could be found to assist and promote a visible unity?
I believe the Lord would be very pleased if those who have spent their time praying and reading His word, would be present in the fox holes and everywhere those who are fighting the war are. I believe the Lord would bless every family in Israel with victory over the enemies of their souls present in Gaza and Judea and Samaria.
But we won’t know how pleased the Lord would be until those who refuse to serve Him where they are needed most, will willfully get up and go to serve Him, will we.