Weekly Prayer Strategy — Jun 07, 2025
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- Jun 7, 2025
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Saturday, June 7, 2025
Coming to you today from the walls of Jerusalem. We’re just about to enter the Western Wall—where Solomon built the Temple.
Isaiah 56 speaks clearly: “Israel’s watchmen are blind; they lack knowledge.” That struck me. Those who pray for Israel are called to stay alert—not blind. Paul often prayed for wisdom and revelation in the knowledge of God. That gives us vision—to see the times, know where we are, and discern what’s coming.
Isaiah 56 also says: “My house will be called a house of prayer for all nations.” That’s exactly where we are standing right now. This place—this wall, this very site where the Temple once stood—is what Isaiah was speaking about. This is the house of prayer for all nations.
When Jesus entered the Temple before His crucifixion, He overturned the money changers’ tables—not only because of corruption, but because they were in the Court of the Gentiles, blocking the nations from entering.
Isaiah 56 says even foreigners and eunuchs—those once excluded—can come if they love God and keep His covenant.
So when Jesus said, “My house will be a house of prayer for all nations,” He was fulfilling Isaiah’s words.
This place—right here—is still that house.
Wildfires in Manitoba and Saskatchewan
Wildfires in Manitoba and Saskatchewan have forced more than 30,000 people to evacuate, with dozens of fires still burning out of control. Communities like Snow Lake and La Ronge have been hit especially hard, with homes threatened and lives disrupted. The smoke from these fires has drifted thousands of kilometers, affecting air quality across Canada and even reaching parts of Europe. As dry and windy conditions persist, emergency crews continue working around the clock to contain the flames and protect vulnerable communities.
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🇮🇱 Chris and Marilyn are in Israel from May 26 to June 7.
While standing at the Joseph Outlook on the Mount of Blessing, we looked out over Elon Moreh—the very place where God spoke to Abram in Genesis 12:3, saying, “I will bless those who bless you, and curse those who curse you.” Just below, we could see the city of Nablus, known for its hostility toward the Jewish people. It’s a place where many terrorists are said to come from. It’s also where Joseph’s bones are buried. Jews can only visit the tomb under heavy IDF escort, and only at night, due to the danger. I started by asking God to remove the curse on them—a curse they bring on themselves because of their hate. It would require heart change and only God can do this. I recalled Ezekiel 37, and felt led to prophesy to the four winds, asking the Holy Spirit to breathe life into the dry bones—into hearts of stone, that they would become hearts of flesh.
We, from the north, south, east, and west, represent those four winds—called to bring revival and restoration. It is a call to pray and intercede, to stand in the gap for these places and people, trusting that God’s Spirit will bring new life, healing, and peace where there has been division and hostility. God’s heart is to save the Arab people too. His desire is not destruction, but redemption—for Jew and Arab alike. This is more than a physical rescue—it is a spiritual awakening, a resurrection of hope that only God can accomplish through His power and grace.
Marilyn
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Weekly Prayer Points
For Manitoba and Saskatchewan Wildfires
Pray for the safety of the 30,000+ people displaced by the fires.
Pray for God to strengthen and guide those battling the fires day and night.
Pray for rain, calm winds, and cooler temperatures to help bring the fires under control.
Pray for supply of food, shelter, and resources to families in need.
Pray for peace and hope for those who are directly affected by the fire.
"The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
Psalm 34:18
Pray for Watchmen
Pray for watchmen—intercessors and leaders—who are spiritually alert, filled with wisdom and revelation, and able to discern the times.
Pray that believers around the world would stand in their spiritual assignments—watching, praying, and sounding the alarm when needed.
Just as Jesus cleared the Court of the Gentiles, pray for the removal of every barrier—spiritual, political, or religious—that hinders the nations from encountering Him in prayer.
Just as Isaiah and Jesus spoke truth with courage, pray that today’s believers would boldly declare God’s Word—even when it confronts comfort or culture.
“Preach the word; be prepared in season and out of season; correct, rebuke and encourage—with great patience and careful instruction.”
2 Timothy 4:2
Blessings,
Chris & Marilyn Byberg
Executive Directors
National House of Prayer
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