| Ed, Join us in celebrating Israel’s Independence Day! On this day in 1948 Israel was reformed as a modern independent nation. Below is a forwarded email from our friends at CBN about Israel’s Independence day. “Who has ever heard of such things? Who has ever seen things like this? Can a country be born in a day or a nation be brought forth in a moment? Yet no sooner is Zion in labor than she gives birth to her children” (Isaiah 66:8 NIV). On May 14, 1948, just before the Sabbath, some 350 guests crammed into an un-air-conditioned, Tel Aviv art gallery for a 32-minute ceremony that would change the world forever. “We, members of the people’s council, representatives of the Jewish community of Eretz-Israel and of the Zionist movement, are here assembled on the day of the termination of the British Mandate over Eretz-Israel and, by virtue of our natural and historic right and on the strength of the resolution of the United Nations General Assembly, hereby declare the establishment of a Jewish state in Eretz-Israel, to be known as the State of Israel,” declared David Ben-Gurion, Executive Head of the World Zionist Organization, Chairman of the Jewish Agency for Palestine, and soon to be the first prime minister of the fledgling state. On that historic day, Ben-Gurion spoke for 11 million Jewish men, women, and children around the world who had no voice, no address, and nowhere to go. For the first time in nearly 2,000 years, they finally had their own nation in their ancestral homeland. On November 29, 1947, the United Nations had passed Resolution 181 calling for the creation of a Jewish State and an Arab State in British-controlled Mandatory Palestine. The plan set aside land in the Galilee, along the Mediterranean and the Negev Desert for the Jewish people, while the Arabs were to receive all of biblical Judea and Samaria, later known as the West Bank, the Gaza Strip and other small portions. Perhaps the most controversial part of the plan was that an international body would control Jerusalem. Still, the Jewish people accepted the plan, but the Arabs rejected it. Less than six months later the Jewish people declared independence. The following day, the armies of five Arab nations attacked Israel. Many countries have fought wars for their independence, but Israel’s war was not common. They had been granted independence by the sovereign, Britain; the decision was confirmed by the United Nations; and the Jewish people were returning to the historic land of their ancestors. But it was their neighbors who did not want them to exist. A year later, the Jewish state was still standing and had increased its size by nearly 50 percent. Against overwhelming odds, this fledgling State of Israel not only survived but grew beyond expectation. Israelis commemorate their Independence Day on the 5th of the Hebrew month of Iyar. During a televised ceremony that includes various leaders, Israelis make the transition from mourning on their memorial day to celebrating their independence. This year, the nation marks this momentous occasion for the first time since the brutal Hamas invasion and massacre on October 7th. The ongoing war has brought untold suffering. Innocent lives have been lost, and the entire nation is living under the shadow of danger. As of this month, 132 hostages remain in captivity in Gaza, over 200,000 Israelis are internally displaced, and the country continues to face a grave threat from its sworn enemies in the region who seek to harm her people, devastate her land, and erase her existence. On this special day, may we continue to pray for the Jewish nation and renew our pledge to stand united with Israel. Ed, Join us in celebrating Israel’s Independence Day! On this day in 1948 Israel was reformed as a modern independent nation. |
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| Richard Harris Executive Director of the Truth & Liberty Coalition |
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Family Research Council – sign the pledge to pray for Israel on May 19th
Dear Ed,
Our nation faces many consequential challenges that should keep us in prayer and propel us to action. One issue unfolding before us is the unraveling of U.S. support for Israel. We believe uncompromising support for Israel is critical at this moment in history and therefore we need to pray, and we need to act. We want to invite you to join us in a nationwide initiative to pray for and stand with Israel on Sunday, May 19th.
It is abundantly clear that, given the challenges and complexities facing Israel – both politically and spiritually – it is imperative that we, as believers within the body of Christ, visibly demonstrate our unwavering support for Israel anchored in the word of God. Our unified prayer and visible declaration of support for Israel are powerful expressions that significantly affect the relationship between the United States and Israel.
With this goal in mind, we are calling on Bible-believing churches nationwide to pray for and stand with Israel collectively on Sunday, May 19th, by dedicating a portion of their Sunday services to pray for Israel’s peace, prosperity, and protection.
The significance of this endeavor cannot be overstated. There is an urgent need for the body of Christ to visibly show their support for the people of Israel. By uniting in prayer for Israel, we fulfill a biblical mandate to bless and pray for the nation and bring much-needed visibility to our commitment to stand with the Jewish nation of Israel. Additionally, our collective voice is a powerful testament to our shared belief in the importance of standing alongside the Jewish people.
We ask you to commit to two things:
- Sign the Pledge to publicly commit to join this movement by praying for Israel on Sunday, May 19 (details can be found on our website, prayandstand.com).
- Share this invitation with your pastor and church to come alongside you and make the same commitment. Our goal is to see 20,000 churches and ministries collectively make this proclamation on Sunday, May 19th. An invite letter and other materials can be found here.
God said He would bless those who bless Israel. Our nation needs the blessing of God; as we pray for and stand with Israel, may God’s blessing be seen once again upon America.
Thank you for considering this invitation, and may God bless you abundantly as we work together to stand with Israel.
Merry Christmas from Pastor Ed and Amy Boston
The plan for today was for Amy and I to record a Christmas video to our family, friends and followers. Unfortunately, my voice is totally gone making the video impossible.
Amy and I are in total awe of the support we receive in all of the different legs our ministry efforts.
To those who are part of The Father’s House, the home church that we founded that will begin year 4 in January – thank you for helping us keep a promise to God that if He allowed us to buy Amy’s childhood home that we would use it for His glory.
To our wonderful Old Union Church family, thank you for adopting us into your community, your families, and your church. We are truly blessed to be a part of something special that God has big plans for.
To our faithful Prayer and Share prayer warriors, you are amazing with prayers requests for over 700 situations having been shared and prayed for. What started as a prayer service about the pandemic in March of 2020, has morphed into many miracles, healings, and friendships with folks we would have never known.
To those who have ever been a part of the over 2000 episodes of The Ed Boston Podcast, you have helped this small town pastor do things that I would never have imagined. I’ve interviewed and prayed with a member of the Rock-n-Roll Hall of Fame: 2 winners, a runner-up, and finalist of America’s Got Talent; and a well known actress who most know from her role as an angel. I could name a long list of people you would recognize and proud to say that even though they may be rich or famous, they are just wonderful human beings like you and I. My friend Trevor, all the PR reps and contacts have been such a huge part of The Ed Boston podcast and I’m looking for big things to happen in 2024.
Please continue to pray for us!
Say Goodnight Amy! (Goodnight Amy!)
And for now, Go out and ……….
Do The Right Thing
Billy Graham Preaches About The Cross and Gives The Invitation That Led Millions To Christ
Billy Graham gave the invitation at the end of this video to millions around the world, and over 3.2 million people came to know Jesus during the crusades that Reverend Graham did all over the world.
I would be blessed to know if you made your decision to ask Christ into your life after watching this. Shoot me an email at ed@edbostonministries.com and let me know so that I can be praying for you!
Pastor Ed Boston
Founder, Ed Boston Ministries
Pastor, The Father’s House – Columbus IN
Praying About The Russia – Ukraine Situation
The Russia/Ukraine border is a powder keg waiting for any small spark that would set off a regional conflict that would have repercussions around the world. This could cause anything from a minor skirmish to WWIII.
A war would not benefit any country involved, and a game of cat and mouse is a horrible way to see if the other side will blink. Let me pray with all who read this that God would immediately intervene: Pastor Ed Boston
Dear Heavenly Father,
As the situation along the Russia/Ukraine border is in a severe crisis, I lift this ugly problem up to you as I know that you are in control. The world is watching while a few men are making decisions that could affect every person on this planet.
I pray that wisdom will be used, that no blood will be shed, and that peace along that border area will prevail. Father, intervene will all parties involved and help curb the egos of those making decisions.
Thank you, Father, for hearing my prayers!
In the Holy Name of Jesus,
Amen
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Latest Email from Victor Marx and All Things Possible
Greetings,
We’re so thankful for all your prayers over the last few weeks as we are creating strategies and plans to help our brothers and sisters in Afghanistan.
We always want to keep you up to date on our work in the Middle East.
Here’s the latest:
- We’re still supporting some nonstandard evacuation operations but are pushing most of them to Save Our Allies. They are equipped and ready to coordinate these types of efforts long-term.
- The Common Operating Picture (COP) — We’re still focused on developing a central place for organizations like ours to coordinate manifests, resources and plans. Quiet Professionals and Echo Analytics Group are refining a product we hope will be the focal point for many of these disparate efforts. (We’re considering repurposing the COP to counter sex trafficking and/or the migrant problem.)
- We’re still watching events in the Panjshir Valley to see if and when humanitarian help will be allowed in.
- We’re exploring other organizations to be our long-term partner in resettling Afghan families. React.org is the leading group that we want to work with.
As always, we are asking for continued PRAYER for our team and in each of these areas.
We’re also grateful for any financial support you’re able to give as we continue this important work.
When you GIVE to our programs, here’s where your support is going:
- There are a handful of Afghan families we’re directly funding. Most are family members of ATP friends and others we happened to pair up with amid the chaos of the fall of Kabul.
- We’re pushing money into Afghanistan to assist in hiding some Afghans being hunted by the Taliban. There aren’t many of these cases, but we’re helping them survive until other options are available.
- ATP is providing lodging and food for hundreds of Afghans sitting at Mazer-e Sharif in northern Afghanistan as they await flights out. A few flights went out recently, but many more are needed soon.
- With your support, we’re creating Lions and Lambs in Dari and Farsi to provide trauma relief to Afghan children scattered across the world. We ordered 35,000.
- We’re connecting with various locations in the United States to see where we can assist the refugees.
This work is far from over, but we’re grateful for any monthly and one-time gifts you’re able to provide.
Would you partner with us today in supporting our work in Afghanistan and around the world? (Click on the picture and the donate section is at the bottom of that page. Pastor Ed)
As always, THANK YOU. We’re so grateful for your continued support as we seek to bring light and hope to some of the world’s darkest places.
Victor Marx
Founder & President
All Things Possible Ministries &
The Victor Marx Group
Ed Boston Ministries Prayer List
Ed Boston Ministries Prayer List that comes from our online Prayer Services.
Our Country
President Donald Trump and Vice-President Mike Pence along with President Elect Joe Biden and Vice-President Elect Kamala Harris
The Church Universal, Pastors and Christian Leaders
Aiden and Sarah McWhorter
Notes: Previously had cancer and now in a beta test.
Amanda Nease
Notes: Cellulitis and sepsis
Amanda Hurt Wood
Notes: Amy Wood regarding the after effects of the Covid virus
Bud Trobaugh
Notes: Tests
Carl Wilson
Notes: Needs Heart Surgery
Carla Reeves
Notes: Breast Cancer – surgery on 11/18
Cookie
Notes: The boys are trying to get paper work done to get her moved to Batesville! Pray things fall into place!
Dallas Hedrick
Notes: He had a wreck in Florida and has ALOT going on !
Elijah
Notes: Issue with son Josh.
Ellen Helm
Notes: Sent home to get affairs in order.
Emma
Notes: 6 year old who has leukemia tested for virus.
Emmie
Notes: Praising the Lord!
Little Emmie was discharged from hospital! She is the one who has had cancer and went into remission but cancer. came back ! She had pneumonia and Covid 19 !Was on a ventilator!
Family of Bill Nolting
Notes: Funeral was Friday
From Tammy Thixton for her daughter and granddaughter
Notes: Aww thank u they’re both doing somewhat better .. harpers lungs cleared up and she’s far exceeded the growth charts and after Schneck saying she had Cerebral Palsy amd would not talk or walk .. Riley has proved them wrong and so has Harper so definitely prayers answered .. she was injured during delivery and will probably more than likely have surgery on the eye they damaged.. but she’s talking and almost walking on her own so everything Schneck peds have said Specialist have said there’s no way .. Carrie has been put thru the wringer with all they’ve said since she was born but able to cope I guess .. just awful what drs have said that has turned out to be unfounded.. so I thank u from the bottom of my heart
Gain Family
Notes: GAINing A Kidney (The Gain Family) This group is to help support and encourage the Gain family as they walk through a difficult health journey and seek a kidney for Matthew. This group is designed for education as well as a way for the Gain family to become surrounded by their community. Please visit the Files tab for important information on how to help the Gain Family once you are in the group.
Please be sure to answer the membership question so they can see how people are hearing about them!
Gracie
Notes: Little girl with Leukemia
Gretchen – friend of Karen Ruth
Notes: I just spoke to her mom — apparently the confusion and inability to make sense was a bad reaction to the covid medication. Cleveland clinic changed her meds, sent her home after a week, and she returned to her nursing job today 😁 So scary but she’s finally on her feet. Thank you for the prayers!
Janetta Robinette
Notes: I really haven’t posted much about myself regarding my cancer and I’m not one to ask for prayers, however I could really use some right now! Thankfully I only have 5 radiation treatments left but this feels worse than any sunburn I’ve ever had.
Jessie
Notes: Little boy Jesse had tumor in head removed.. doing well right now.. however long term prognosis not good.
Kari Wegg
Notes: On of Teddy’s nurses. An Indianapolis NICU nurse who has long cared for the most vulnerable patients now needs her own life-saving care. A battle with COVID-19 has left 47-year old Kari Wegg’s lungs badly damaged. Her family said a bilateral lung transplant is the birthday gift they are praying for.
Larry Miller and family
Notes: He is in ICU on a vent !
Laurie Shelton
Notes: Inoperable Colon Cancer
Mary Bailey
Notes: Family and health issues
Melissa’s Dad (friend of Teresa)
Notes: Her dad is in a nursing home with Parkinson’s. Oh thank you it is heartbreaking to see him thru a window And all the deterioration in him since we haven’t been able to go in and talk with him and feed him and I can tell he’s missed it as well as we have thank you so much
Mary – Jennifer’s Mother
Notes: Cancer
Michelle
Notes: Breast Cancer
Mitch Robinson
Notes: Surgery recovery
Natalie’s Husband
Notes: Plays fiddle for NOCB
Pastor Nerren’s Grandson Preston
Notes: Nightmares
Shay Mikalonis
Notes: A police officer who was shot in the head is paralyzed from the neck down, on a ventilator and unable to speak, his family said in a statement released by police. The family statement released on twitter by the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department Saturday said he is expected to stay on the ventilator. He has been tentatively accepted at a spine rehabilitation center
Sheriff Matt Myers and Chief Mike Richardson
Notes: Insert your L E O Leader’s names.
Thin Blue Line
Unspoken for a friend’s granddaughter
Notes: One of my grand-daughters has been having headaches and wetting the bed. She had been having little seizures and we didn’t know it because she was having them in her sleep.. Today, my daughter found her on her bedroom floor, foaming from her mouth and having a full blown seizure
‘Amen and Awoman’ This is a Joke, Right?
Let me start by saying, the article linked here is no joke and is in no way funny. That’s right a sitting United States Congressman ended his prayer on the House floor with Amen and Awoman. If the phrase “you can’t make this stuff up” was ever appropriate, it is here.
I’m not going to go into a political rant, but I want to share/educate on the meaning of the word Amen, and let me preface that with the word has nothing to do with gender.
Amen. In Baker encyclopedia of the Bible (Vol. 1, p. 69). Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Book House, K. R. Snodgrass writes:
Amen. Hebrew word meaning “so it is” or “let it be,” derived from a verb meaning “to be firm or sure.” Some translations of the Bible always retain the Hebrew word amen in the text. Others translate it by an expression such as “truly” or “I tell you the truth,” or sometimes omit it altogether. Because of its use in the OT, “amen” was also used in Christian worship and religious writings, including the Greek NT. Since Jews, Christians, and Muslims all use this word in a variety of languages, it may be one of the most widely known words in the world.
“Amen” has much more significance than merely being the last word in a prayer. In fact, that practice is not evidenced in the Bible, and was not especially frequent in ancient times. In the 30 times it is used in the OT, “amen” nearly always occurs as a response to what has preceded. The significance of the response is that with it the people adopted what had just been said as if it were their own. For example, in Deuteronomy 27:15–26 (where “amen” appears 12 times) the people responded with “amen” after each statement of a curse directed toward those who disobey God. Similarly, “amen” is used as a response after statements of promise (Jer 11:5) or of praise and thanksgiving (1 Chr 16:36), and as a conclusion to the first four of the five “books” of psalms (Pss 41:13; 72:19; 89:52; 106:48). The only exceptions in the OT are two occurrences in Isaiah 65:16. There, the phrase “the God of amen” stresses that God is the one who is “firm”; that is, he is completely trustworthy and faithfully fulfills his promises.
The use of “amen” as a response to a preceding statement is continued in the NT Epistles and Book of Revelation. It appears after doxologies (Eph 3:21), benedictions (Gal 6:18), the giving of thanks (1 Cor 14:16), prophecy (Rv 1:7), and statements of praise (Rv 7:12). (The LB usually tries to give the idea without using the specific word.) From 1 Corinthians 14:16 it is clear that a response of “amen” after a statement of thanks was a means for worshipers to participate by showing agreement with what had been said. In Revelation 7:12 “amen” occurs both at the beginning and the end of a statement, but the first “amen” is a response to the praise given in 7:10. An “amen” after a statement of praise has the connotation, “That is what I say too.” As a response to a benediction or a prophecy the idea is “Precisely! May God do it.”
Maybe if you read this article, it will shed some light on why the insane ending to the prayer was done and how that’s a preview of things to come in the House of Representatives.
Robert Trump, President Trump’s Younger Brother, Dead at 71
Amy and I send our prayers and condolences to the entire Trump Family. May God give them comfort and let all others give them respect and the opportunity to grieve.
Pastor Ed Boston 