Today, October 7, 2026, a Christian prayer gathering is being promoted for Jerusalem. Organizers say believers around the world are joining a 24-hour livestream from Jerusalem to pray for peace, grieving families, hostages and their loved ones, and Jewish communities facing antisemitism.
This is an organizer-led event, so its size and impact should not be exaggerated. But the invitation is clear: pray rather than add to fear, and bring suffering before God with truth, wisdom, mercy, and compassion.
What does the Bible say?
Psalm 122:6 says, “Pray for the peace of Jerusalem.” Prayer is not a substitute for truth, justice, or compassion. It is a faithful response that asks God for peace and calls us to love our neighbors, protect civilians, and resist hatred.
Sources and event information
Event details are published by the Global Prayer Event organizers. Christian news coverage is available from CBN. Read Psalm 122:6 in context.
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