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This week, President Trump traveled to the Middle East. Over the course of his trip, he met with several powerful nations, securing expensive U.S. investments and pushing Iran to make some serious concessions.
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From Just the News:
Tehran’s longtime allies like Syria and Qatar were cozying up to the American president with lavish celebrations and salutes and ponying up $1.2 trillion in U.S. investments, shifting them further toward an Arab-Israeli-U.S. alliance.
On Thursday, Tehran blinked.
Top Iranian official Ali Shamkhani said that his country is ready to make a deal with Trump. Under the deal, Iran would agree to never make nuclear weapons and destroy their existing stockpile in exchange for Trump lifting crippling sanctions against Iran.
This is a huge answer to our prayers. We have for years covered the threat that a nuclear Iran poses to both America and Israel. President Trump’s second term especially have been characterized by tension between Tehran and Washington. Now, however, that tension may be coming to an end. The Just the News article continues:
“I don’t think that they bent. I think that they folded,” Rep. Brad Knott, R-N.C., a member of the House Homeland Security Committee, toldĀ Just the NewsĀ on Thursday when asked about Iran. “There was nothing voluntary.
“President Trump came in. He immediately put diplomatic pressure. He immediately put financial pressure, and he basically had two barrels loaded, metaphorically, of course, at the Iranian regime, and said, ‘you can roll the dice, but you’re not going to have a country left, and you’re not going to have any ability to survive this if you keep playing this game.'”
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Knott, the North Carolina congressman, said while there is now legitimate optimism a deal with Iran can be struck, details and enforcement are key.
“We must trust and verify,” he said. “But again, I’m very encouraged that the Iranian people and the Iranian government especially seem to be coming around and willing to disembark on this dangerous path.”
The President made many deals to get to this point. Just the News notes that he worked to befriend the leaders of Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Lebanon on his trip. He even announced an end to American sanctions on Syria, provided the Syrian government meets his demands. One of those demands includes recognizing the state of Israel and joining the Abraham accords.
By befriending so many of these nations, President Trump managed to pressure Iran into capitulating. Although many intercessors have expressed concern over his connections to the Islamist nations, it may be those very connections that lead to the diplomatic de-arming of Iran.
Let’s pray. Let’s thank God for President Trump’s wise leadership that brought Iran to heel, but let’s also pray that he is not influenced by dangerous, Islamist nations. Above all else, let’s pray that the President never comprises or abandons Israel, the Lord’s beloved and chosen nation.
What do you think of President Trump’s trip to the Middle East? Share your thoughts and prayers below.
(Excerpt from Just the News. Photo Credit: Official White House Photo by Daniel Torok)
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Though doing business with Iran can seem like wise diplomacyāa strategy often used by President Trumpāitās dangerously easy for the love of money to crowd out the love of God and His vision for true peace. Iranās leadership has made clear its intent to pursue nuclear weapons, specifically targeting the U.S. and Israel, which they call āthe big Satanā and ālittle Satan.ā Trusting such a regime defies common senseāand history.
President Trump once argued that simply denying Iran a nuclear weapon is sufficient, without needing 30 pages of policy detail. But critical issues like centrifuges, enrichment sites, and dismantling nuclear infrastructure are all off the table for Iran. With that refusal, whatās left to trust?
In the age of AI, every delay gives Iranās nuclear program a chance to leap forward with exponential speed. This echoes the same naĆÆvetĆ© seen in President Obamaās original deal, which Trump called āthe worst deal ever.ā Sadly, it seems the same mistake is being repeatedābelieving that negotiation alone will stop a regime committed to destruction.
There is a blindness to Iranās intentionsāand it may be fatal. Thank your for considering and praying. *Lord, have mercy, grant strength, and don’t deny wisdom your servants –especially the President whom you have sustained and kept alive. Help us not be naive but shrewd and discerning through righteousness and dedication to you. Whatever your eternal purposes are –in everything, even this Iranian mis-direction– would you be glorified, and even through difficulty show us your path of peace, ultimately in Jesus. Yes, please grant peace that is not superficial to Israel and the earth.*
I have nagging doubts in regards to Iran’s promises. I suspect that they have not lost their intentions toward developing nuclear weapons.
Pray that the consolidation of the President’s daily brief –fewer sources of information– doesn’t keep any true (and relevant) information he doesn’t like from being considered. This could blind the President. He does exceedingly well with many counselors. It is largely because of his ability to self-correct, that the President has been and continues to be so great. We must pray.
It seems as if this is a noble undertaking; however, Scripture tells otherwise. The AntiChrist is what is happening here!
Get away from Netanyahu, he’s a lying murder
I am just stating what is happening. I am clarifying. So, many will respond in different ways to what is happening, and I want to make it clear that I am not telling you what your response should be. Mr. Trump did not make what his foreign policy would be clear when he was campaigning but what it has eventually been revealed to be is a major change for American policy which is based on developing good commercial relations with any foreign government open to it regardless of the type of government. In other words, he is not for promoting the old American values of liberty and democracy. I think some who hear this will stand with Trump because anything he does they feel compelled to support while otherās will be taken by surprise and troubled by his decisions.
I just want to point this out because many have seen whatever Trump decides as being MAGAās political stand, even as he changes back and forth on issues, and many Christians have treated everything he says and does almost like it was coming from God without anyone even being allowed to ask, āis this truly a position that a Christian should hold?ā
Israel is concerned because as he makes agreements with parties in the Middle East, he is not including their relationship to Israel as part of the agreements, so his agreement with Houthis left Israel exposed as a possible target.
Wisdom is embodied in Yeshua, and expressed through the Word by Holy Spirit revelation.
Pro 8:1Ā Wisdom is calling! Understanding is raising her voice! . . . Ā
Pro 8:4-21Ā “People, I am calling you, raising my voice to all mankind.Ā You who don’t direct your lives, understand caution; as for you, you fools, get some common sense!Ā Listen! I will say worthwhile things; when I speak, my words are right.Ā My mouth says what is true, because my lips detest evil.Ā All the words from my mouth are righteous; nothing false or crooked is in them. They are all clear to those who understand and straightforward to those who gain knowledge. Receive my instruction, rather than silver; knowledge, rather than the finest gold. For wisdom is better than pearls; nothing you want can compare with her. I, wisdom, live together with caution; I attain knowledge and discretion. The fear of YHVH is hatred of evil. I hate pride and arrogance, evil ways and duplicitous speech. Good advice is mine, and common sense; I am insight, power is mine. By me kings reign, and princes make just laws.Ā By me princes govern, nobles too, and all the earth’s rulers. I love those who love me; and those who seek me will find me. Riches and honor are with me, lasting wealth and righteousness. My fruit is better than gold, fine gold, my produce better than the finest silver. I follow the course of righteousness along the paths of justice, to endow with wealth those who love me and fill their treasuries.”Ā
Pro 8:22-23Ā “YHVH made Me as the beginning of His way, the first of His ancient works. I was appointed before the world, before the start, before the earth’s beginnings.”Ā . . .
Pro 8:30-31Ā “I was with Him as someone He could trust. For Me, every day was pure delight, as I played in His presence all the time, playing everywhere on His earth, and delighting to be with humankind.”Ā
Pro 8:32-36Ā “Therefore, children, listen to Me: happy are those who keep My ways. Hear instruction, and grow wise; do not refuse it. How happy the person who listens to Me, who watches daily at My gates and waits outside My doors. For he who finds Me finds life and obtains the favor of YHVH. But he who misses Me harms himself; all who hate Me love death.”
Regarding trusting Iran’s regime –
Pro 26:23-28 Ā Like silver slag overlaid on a clay pot are lips that burn [with friendship] over a hating heart. Ā He who hates may hide it with his speech; but inside, he harbors deceit.Ā He may speak pleasantly, but don’t trust him; for seven abominations are in his heart. His hatred may be concealed by deceit, but his wickedness will be revealed in the assembly. Whoever digs a pit will fall into it, and a stone will come back on the one who starts it rolling. A lying tongue hates its victims, and a flattering mouth causes ruin.Ā
The President says that if it weren’t for Qatar & friends –who just so happen to be the ones that give US & Trump exorbitant gifts– then Iran would be in a much worse place –clearly insinuating that, nuclear enrichment facilities would be much closer to being taken out if it weren’t for Qatar & friends influence. “A bribe blinds the eyes of the wise and subverts the cause of the righteous.” (Deuteronomy 16:19) “He who profits illicitly troubles his own house… … …” Proverbs 15:27 *Lord, please have mercy. Grant wisdom and a righteous spirit that can see the intentions of these foreign leaders and their flattery and gifts.*
I pray for President Trump to seek God’s guidance. Seek him while he can be found. Im praying for wisdom and discernment for President Donald J Trump.
I see the issue from a different perspective. While I do not claim to know what another human being is thinking, especially President Trump, I believe God allowed him to become our president for a unique purpose, as yet to be fully revealed. The Bible indicates there will be a coalition of Middle Eastern nations that will agree to some kind of peace treaty with Israel right before the beginning of Daniel’s 70th week, i.e. the Tribulation. We know from the Bible that the false messiah will confirm this treaty and promise to enforce it, but only for 3-1/2 years. Is it possible the Lord is moving these countries together to fulfill these end-time prophecies? President Trump is no fool. He has children and grandchildren that are Jewish, and many Jewish men/women in key cabinet positions within his administration. He works unconventionally, unpredictably, which is what I believe is going on. Please, let us not be quick to assume he could stab Israel in the back. What it appears to be on the surface, may not be what is actually taking place behind the scenes, and is yet to be revealed. I want to surrender all of this to the Lord’s purposes, as He is the Sovereign, Supreme Ruler, and He will have His way, make no mistake about it.
I beg to differ. Donald Trump makes decisions on the fly. He is not consistent with any of his decisions. One minute Zelensky is a dictator and then weeks later, ‘he never said that.’ He is not a deep thinker. I don’t think God would have us turn over to any human leader, Christian or otherwise, unquestioning control.
Thank you Lord for the leaders You have given to our nation. We ask that their top priority be engagement with You to know how best to lead.
I am just stating what is happening. I am clarifying. So, many will respond in different ways to what is happening, and I want to make it clear that I am not telling you what your response should be. Mr. Trump did not make what his foreign policy would be clear when he was campaigning but what it has eventually been revealed to be is a major change for American policy which is based on developing good commercial relations with any foreign government open to it regardless of the type of government. In other words, he is not for promoting the old American values of liberty and democracy. I think some who hear this will stand with Trump because anything he does they feel compelled to support while other’s will be taken by surprise and troubled by his decisions.
I just want to point this out because many have seen whatever Trump decides as being MAGA’s political stand, even as he changes back and forth on issues, and many Christians have treated everything he says and does almost like it was coming from God without their even being anyone even being allowed to ask, ‘is this truly a position that a Christian should hold?’
Israel is concerned because as he makes agreements with parties in the Middle East, he is not including their relationship to Israel as part of the agreements, so his agreement with Houthis left Israel exposed as a possible target.
sorry almost like it was coming from God without anyone even being allowed to ask
Well, it appears to be a very productive trip on several levels. I know there have been critics even among conservatives but I sincerely hope and pray that President Trump is listening to God. We donāt always understand what God is doing in certain situations do we but time often reveals it. Letās just keep praying that these leaders arenāt just paying lip service but will carry out what they have agreed to do and that this can be verified. Bringing peace to this troubled area canāt help but be beneficial to Israel in the long run. Letās pray that is the case.
IFA needs to do more articles written about and by Christians in Middle East homelands like Syria, Iran, etcā¦
There is this disturbing, dare I say wicked spirit of bloodthirst and nihilism among some people here that think everything is just meant to be obliterated into pieces. Itās this sort of toxic thinking that that Trump condemns with his pacifist approach.
How many more of our soldiers do we need to have come back maimed, destroyed, and suicidal or not return at all from the US forever wars in the Middle East?
Also: Jews are not saved by the blood of their enemies. Both them and their enemies are saved by the blood of Jesus.
We also need to remember the words of Paul to the Corinthians. That we only know in part and prophesy in part. Even Jesus in his ministry did not occupy himself with the hour or time of his return. Only that we follow HIS words. And HIS words say to love our neighbors including enemies, to make peace, and to spread the Gospel among ALL nations. Muslim nations included!
Trump does not have a pacifist approach. He has made it clear that he thinks he can take Greenland if he wants as well as the Panama Canal. He bombed Houthis. He changes his policy by the moment. You can agree or disagree with his policies if you want. I am just stating the obvious.
We must remember that Israel suffered in the past because of alliances with pagan nations.
Removing sanctions could lead to Islam spreading even further. Islamists must learn that religious persecution and mistreatment of women is not acceptable, and that terrorism is an act of war.
I am praying that our President studies scripture and believes so that he will have godly wisdom.
For now, I trust in God to carry out His will and plans for our nation.
I think that President Trump made some good moves in his trip to the Middle East. I am glad to hear Iran saying that they are ready to stop their nuclear weapon issue. Anything beyond this needs to have inspectors to ensure that they are being honest and sincere. I pray that You give wisdom and direction to President Trump. Israel must come first in our alliances to the Middle East nations.
Praying that Godās Holy Will to be done. To give wisdom to President Trump and to not let him be led astray by the Islamic thinking by compromise.
God raises up leaders, not us. He chose Donald Trump to lead America at this time in history. There should be no talk of President Trump cozying up to anyone. Spit those words out, and never speak them again. He works strategically in and through Our President that He put in place.
No matter what they (Iranians) try to do it WILL be exposed and dealt with accordingly. In Jesus name!
Amen! Christians need to stand united in their support of President Trump and not criticize or try to second guess his motives. He has been chosen by God for such a time as this. Imagine what our country would look like if he had not won the election.
President Trump is the most pro-America, pro-Israel, pro-life, pro-military, pro-law and order and pro-religious freedom president we have ever had. Please continue to pray for him and his cabinet and their family members and trust that God is in control.
I think it is troubling that you are implying that Trump is infallible. George Washington, as wise an individual as he was, would not have allowed anyone to make that claim for him. Donald Trump is a human being and he is, moreover, a carnal Christian. Just because a prophet prophesied that he would return American culture to more conservative values does not mean that everything that he does is God’s will.
I think it is troubling that you are implying that Trump is infallible. George Washington, as wise an individual as he was, would not have allowed anyone to make that claim for him. Donald Trump is a human being and he is, moreover, a carnal Christian. Just because a prophet prophesied that he would return American culture to more conservative values does not mean that everything that he does is Godās will.
We need to be careful that we don’t turn men into demigods. No man is above reproach.
His will be done in Jesus Christ Our Lord and Savior. We pray for President Donald Trump and his cabinet members . Hedge of protection over them all. His family and families of all cabinet members. Give President Trump and others wisdom, discernment . Hedge of protection over them. Isaiah 54:17. May they all get the rest, strength they need that flows from the throne of grace upon them.
Yes, thank you for heeding the warnings given in God’s Word. A Middle Eastern mindset is very different from our own, so I remain skeptical. They may just bury their weapons grade material in a tunnel. Our God is our hope and treaties are temporary.
As Intercessors it is incumbent upon us that we operate without fear. That we pray discerning Godās will and not by the seeing of our eyes or the hearing of our ears. The Lord is in the business of making even great rulers know that the heavens rule. He will cause men to repurpose their weapons of war. We thank him for President Trump who is willing to be used and operate outside the status quo. Letās continue to pray for the wisdom of God to prevail in all those in authority in all the nations of the earth. We are not just seeking peace on the surface. We are seeking the restoration of earth to Godās determined purpose. He, God, has chosen mankind to do this until the culmination of all thingsā¦ the subjection of earth š š š to chaos is no more.(Romans 8:20-22)
Trump is focused on imposing his will. He is not open to listening to heaven. Someone working in alinement with heaven would not have ignored precious covenant agreements with Ukraine and been willing to turn over a portion of that country and their people to a demonic controlling dictator and would not have threatened to take Greenland by force against the wishes of the people.
I think some of you need to be thinking more deeply. Any group that is supporting the re-arranging of the world so that it benefits one country is not a group that God is going to use to governor the world because such a group has to have a balanced concerned as to how each people group if affected.
sorry govern
Thank you Abba Father that you’ve given Trump the wisdom, knowledge & ability to make financial peace deals in the middle east. You Lord, are using DJT to choke off the deep state. š
I pray God continues to give mr. Trump wisdom and discernment. Iran has a possible 6. Nuclear plants. And is in partner ship with Russia and China. Iam sure that lifting sanctions in Syria is a plus for their country, but is it enough I would be very cautious. God be with us.
I think of 1Thes 5:1-3 regarding the Last Days. We need to be sober minded and alert, especially when the world is crying Peace, peace.
Recognizing the State of Israel is encouraging, but I am concerned about joining the Abraham Accord. Does this involve a 2-state solution? If so, does that violate Godās direction not to divide the land He gave Israel? Comments?
Sarah, I think that awaits to be seen. It has been stated that President Trump is not going to pressure Israel to accept a 2-state solution. There is a lot still up in the air. As long as Islamic ideology remains in place, there will be no real peace.
David’s kingdom and the Tabernacle of David is a foreshadowing of the end time as indicated in Amos. 9:11. Most seemed to not have noticed that David’s kingdom included Canaanites and Philistines. His chief adviser, for example, was a Canaanite, his personal bodyguard was mostly Canaanites and Philistines with his turning over 1/3 of his army to be led by the leader of his bodyguard who was a Philistine and some of the Mighty men were Canaanites. What seemed to unifying them was their faith. If you will remember, Uriah the Hittite seemed to be a man of faith. I think this shows that God’s vision for Israel could mean that there would be some Canaanites as part of it? That said, I am not sure that a two state solution might not be a temporary solution? I wrote about the Canaanites being part of David’s kingdom in my book, Mount Zion: In the Fullness of His Presence.
Ann, in Yeshua, Jew and Gentile are one new man. Israel was called to be a light to the nations, and Messianic Jews in the Land are uniting with Arab believers in greater and greater numbers – their faith has brought unity. Even in the natural, Israel has always welcomed Arabs to live alongside them in peace, and they make up much of the population. Gazans, by and large, have not been willing to live in peace.
Up to now, Arabs do not serve in the army much less have authority over Jewish troops. Arabs can be in the parliament but do not hold high level positions. What I am talking about has not been fulfilled yet.
God has given Mr Trump wisdom and favor for such a time as this. It’s too bad the Dems can’t rejoice with him and see the blessing God has given America with Mr Trump.
I pray that the president responds to other countries needs and does not react in rush judgement!!!!!!!!!!!
What is happening sounds good. But the president and our national leadership must be very cautious when making deals with Islamic nations who have a long history of being anti-American. We, as intercessors, must never let up on our prayers concerning this situation. Our God does answer prayer but He also expects us to be obedient to His will and guidance in this matter. We must never lean on our own understanding of this middle east situation but rather allow the Holy Spirit to be our guide.
Many of us remember Iran’s hostage taking of American citizens in 1979 and we won’t forget it. Hostage taking nations need to be dealt with severely, isolated, if not eradicated. President Trump must be extremely careful when dealing with hostage taking countries and their allies.
I appreciate concerns over accepting the plane as a gift, but I believe Trump has proven he cannot be bought. He’s proven that with Big Pharma in particular. My concern if he didn’t accept it would be Qatar’s interpretation of ingratitude and public humility. I won’t pretend to know all the customs of gift giving in that culture, but I think rejection of one brings disgrace. Trump won’t get them to the table if they feel internationally disgraced.
These are the most fascinating times in my life (68+ years) toward Middle East peace for certain. Peace without prosperity for their people will never last nor prosperity without the peace. Hopefully, they all join and sign the Abraham Accord.
Despite all the deals Trump has made with the Gulf States, Iām very much concerned about his decision to accept the gift of a Boeing 747 from Qatar.
Qatar has funded Muslim Brotherhood offshoot Hamas. Receiving a gift from them opens the door for them to influence your decisions. That is basically what a bribe does.
Exodus 23:8, Deuteronomy 10:17 & 16:19
I do trust our president because I believe that God put him in this position in answer to lots of prayer and continued prayer for wisdom, and courage and protection! It’s truly amazing!
Father God, thank you for guiding President Trump for using him to bring protection in this world. We pray blessing over Israel and over America that we will be countries that will honor God and Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior.. We pray surround President Trump with godly council. In Jesus name, let it be your name of God amen.