Faithful to the end
I was called earlier today about the auto accident that took David Wilkerson home to Glory. My emotions did not know how to react. The first thought I had was that the Body of Christ has lost a Prophetic Voice in this world. I did not know David Wilkerson personally.
Many have lost your Spiritual Father here on earth. I know that he imparted richness, direction, wisdom, and friendship that cannot be broken. May the Lord give you His wonderful grace and peace as He has done for so many over the years when He calls home His faithful servants.
I have heard said several times that we have very few "Spiritual Fathers". It is true these days. David Wilkerson has kept the "FAITH" all his years. He has finished his course in this life. He is a very good example unto the Believer and to not relent because of age.
Let us together finish the Eternal course and calling with passion. We are examples unto the Believers.
David Wilkerson has completed his Eternal course and calling. He is an example unto the Believer of finishing God's call upon his life. He did not retire but finished in the blessing of the Lord. I understand that his wife is in the hospital. Let us continue to pray for her health.
I did not know David Wilkerson personally but did know many who did, especially at Or HaCarmel, Israel. We have worked with many from Times Square Church. You can be sure that David heard from the Lord. He spent many hours in fasting and prayer. May the Lord continue in His grace to speak to us through Righteous and Faithful men & women with the anointing and power to shake us out of our natural ways. The time is very short!! Build yourself up in the Holy Spirit everyday and keep the FAITH!
We will all miss David Wilkerson's passion and desire to see souls saved and delivered out of bondage of sin and darkness. Keep reading his messages and devotions. There are many prophecies that will be fulfilled shortly in America and around the world. He that has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit is saying for this present time.
With love and compassion,
Phillip K. Israelson - President
Israelson Ministries International
Understanding the times
We have recently had the pleasure of being with some of you in Israel for the 24th Mount Carmel School of Ministry, it was truly a joy to share this time of revelation, fellowship and blessing with you, and we continue to be greatly encouraged by all that God accomplishes in these schools.
Now there are also some things we want to make you aware of, developments that you may not know about but need to be aware of, and in much prayer about.
Lately we have noticed a definite increase in attacks towards the apple of God's eye. Whilst in Israel we were grieved to hear of the barbaric murder of the Fogel family in their own home (more details here). We have seen an increase in rocket/mortar attacks coming from Gaza, with the rockets causing the Israeli government to look at the possibility of another Gaza operation to deal with the resupplied terror groups (more details here). Most recently we have had the first actual bombing in Jerusalem in 7 years, in which 1 person was killed and 50 people were wounded (more details here).
The Washington Post published a map this last week. The map was intentionally released to the newspaper by the Israeli Defense Forces. It showed an astonishing layout of nearly 1000 Hezbollah sites in southern Lebanon. These sites consisted of 500 bunkers, 350 monitoring stations and 100 weapons caches. Just in case you were wondering where in particular these sites are, they are south of the Litani River, which just happens to be the area the UN is supposed to be carefully watching. One of the most important aspects of the map though, is not only to show that these sites exist, but to show the world that Hezbollah has intentionally built them next to civilian villages, hospitals and schools. Presumably this is meant to put Israel off attacking them, or allow them to again claim war crimes when Israel has to inevitably deal with them (more details here).
This is important because Richard Goldstone, the man in charge of the UN's damning 'Goldstone report' on the Gaza 'Cast Lead' operation has just in the last few days admitted significant misrepresentation of the Israeli military's actions in Gaza, saying that Israel did not intentionally hurt civilians, but that in contrast, Hamas most certainly did. While this is a welcome admission, it comes after proceedings are already under way to hold Israeli leaders accountable for trumped up war crimes charges based on the Goldstone report.
Understanding this is important, because the same tactics used in Gaza are now being prepared in southern Lebanon, and all under the UN's watchful eyes.
The UN is also the Palestinian Authority's main avenue for achieving an internationally recognized State, and furthering their attempt to isolate and delegitimize Israel. Following a recent vote to condemn Israel's settlement activity in the UN Security Council, stopped only by the US veto, the PA have September firmly in their sights, and plan to use a lesser known resolution to achieve their goals. Resolution 377 or "Uniting for Peace" was introduced on 3 November 1950 by the UN General Assembly. The resolution came about as a direct response to the USSR's deliberate blocking of any Security Council action to protect the Republic of Korea against the aggression of North Korea.
So what's the big deal you might ask? The most important aspect of this resolution was stated that,
"Where the Security Council, because of lack of unanimity of the permanent members, fails to exercise its primary responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security, the General Assembly shall seize itself of the matter."
The US has been a spanner in the works for the PA within the Security Council, vetoing their attempt to have settlement activity condemned, and also stating their clear dislike for the PA's move to achieve statehood unilaterally through the UN instead of talks with the Israelis.
Resolution 377 permits the General Assembly to recommend a range of collective measures to supportive states, including sanctions and even the use of force where there appears to be a threat to the peace, breach of the peace, or act of aggression. So 377 has the potential to take the matter out of the Security Council's hands, and into the General Assembly where a two-thirds majority is needed to pass a vote, considering that 118 out of 192 UN member nations already recognize "Palestine." You can see where this is going.
So what does this all mean? It certainly means that the hour is getting very late. We know that the word of God states very clearly that all nations will come against Jerusalem and that PA statehood will inevitably lead to a much greater pressure to divide Jerusalem.
"Behold, I am going to make Jerusalem a cup that causes reeling to all the peoples around; and when the siege is against Jerusalem, it will also be against Judah. It will come about in that day that I will make Jerusalem a heavy stone for all the peoples; all who lift it will be severely injured. And all the nations of the earth will be gathered against it. (Zechariah 12:2-3)"
-The pressure which is building up upon Israel right now is staggering, I know that I cannot imagine what Bibi Netanyahu must be going through. But I can ask God to give me His burden for him and the whole government of Israel, showing me how He would have me to pray for them.
-Pray for comfort, healing and help for the victims and their families of the recent attacks upon Israel, and especially that they may come to know the God of all comfort.
-Pray for the salvation and security of the people of Israel, that God would exalt and sanctify His Holy name through fulfilling His glorious promises to bring them back, wash them clean and fill them with His Spirit, keeping them as a shepherd keeps his flock.
-Pray also for the salvation and the protection of the Lebanese people. As stated before these military installations are in civilian areas. May God bring a move of His Spirit to Lebanon delivering them both from the power of sin and the likes of Hezbollah.
-Thank God for Richard Goldstone's admission. Though not new, there is a growing anti-Israel spirit at work within the UN. Let us keep asking God to further reveal and bring to light those things hidden in dark places, exposing the lies of the enemy and the traps they have set.
Intercessors for Israel
Here is an introduction to the book by it’s author Eliyahu Ben-Haim.
"The original motivation to write this paper was to provide a response to the video "With God on our Side," produced by Porter Speakman Jr. in 2010. The video is a direct attack upon Israel and upon "Christian Zionists," that part of the Church that is standing with God’s plan for the restoration and salvation of Israel. The question of Israel’s legitimacy as a nation in the family of nations is an issue that is being raised more frequently every day even in the Church. In many circles, present day Israel as a fulfillment of God’s prophetic word is denied as a false interpretation of Scripture. This is a battle that is not going away but on the contrary will increase in intensity. In many ways the delegitimization of Israel is an attack on God’s character, His Word, His sovereignty and His covenants. It really brings into question the truth of Scripture and God’s promises to us through His Son Jesus. Most of you will never see this video and I don’t recommend it to anyone. However the questions it raises, the accusations it makes, need answers. I have tried to provide responses historically, legally and Scripturally."
We at IMI highly recommend this book, it answers with accuracy and clarity many of the common questions and challenges thrown at those standing with God's purpose for the land and people of Israel.
To purchase this book visit IFI's Store HERE
Urgent Prayer needed for Monterrey
Last week I received a stressful telephone call from Monterrey, Mexico asking for prayer for pastors and spiritual leaders that are coming to the first Hispanic SOM from Monterrey, Nuevo Leon and Tampico, Tamaulipas. A month and a half ago Hurricane ALEX hit Monterrey with torrential rains and wind. It has caused havoc in the City of Monterrey and destroyed much of its infrastructure. Many of those who committed to come to Israel for the first time have encountered tremendous financial and physical pressures. Church families have been greatly impacted which has increased pastoral care for the pastors and church leaders.
We are asking former SOMers and our IMI Ministry friends to join with us in prayer for the 40 people from Mexico that have committed to come to Israel October 1-13, 2010 as well as the other 30 Spanish- speaking people from Miami Beach, Florida, El Paso, Texas, and New York.
Pastor Roger Wolcott of Monterrey is working 16 hours a day and is extremely tired. He is the one who is helping to coordinate the group from Mexico, together with his daughter, Tina Pablo (nee Wolcott). It has been very exhausting for them to keep the group together. We all believe that going to the SOM in Israel is, for the entire group, an investment in bringing blessing and spiritual insight to the churches they represent. After you view the links we are including in this e-mail, you will better understand what they are facing.
http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/laplaza/2010/07/hurricane-alex-in-photos.html
http://www.globalpost.com/dispatch/mexico/100717/hurricane-mexican-economy
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mexican_Drug_War
http://www.csmonitor.com/World/Americas/2010/0422/Drug-war-gunmen-kidnap-six-people-in-Mexico-hotel-raids?sms_ss=email
http://www.sfexaminer.com/opinion/columns/oped_contributors/Mexican-drug-cartels-running-wild-near-border-102117854.html
They have asked for SPECIAL PRAYER before September 15th. September 15th is Mexico's INDEPENDENCE DAY. The drug cartels in Mexico have declared that they are going to challenge and fight against the Mexican Government. Violence and murder are literally in the streets of the cities of Mexico. People are afraid to go out their doors or travel anywhere at night. When people going on this SOM from Mexico leave, they are leaving their families in this violent political environment.
PRAYER POINTS!!!
• Safety and protection for families
• All finances be provided for those going to Israel
• Peace of mind
• Rest and strength for all
• Outpouring of God's Spirit upon this first Hispanic School
• Courage and faith towards God for all things
• Safety and protection during all travel
• Eyes and ears be open to the revelation of Israel
Will you pray with us with requests, intercession, and in the Holy Spirit???
Thank You,
Phillip K. Israelson
Israelson Ministries International