Major Middle East-focused charitable NGO, BibleLands, has appealed to UK Christians to pray for an end to the escalating conflicts in Lebanon and Gaza.
The Christian Charity, which works with disadvantaged and vulnerable people throughout the region, has received urgent prayer requests from its Project Partners on the ground.
Biblelands reveals it has been given first-hand accounts of the constant danger from air strikes and rocket attacks, and the blockades that threaten to sever vital supplies.
The Rev. Dr Riad Kassis, Principal of the Schneller School in Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley reported to Biblelands: “Every hour, the situation worsens. So far we are safe, but trapped due to the bombing of roads and bridges to Beirut.
“It is not safe to travel by car as civilian vehicles are also targeted. Please join with us in prayer at this difficult time.”
In Beirut itself, staff at one of BibleLands partner projects - a Home for disadvantaged and orphaned girls - have reported that they are trying to continue their normal routines as normal, but the young residents are terrified that there could be an attack on the power station close by.
Two medical facilities in Gaza, which are supported by the Christian charity, are also facing a huge burden of power and water shortages as well as dwindling supplies of essential drugs.
Biblelands reports that all communication has broken down and that its staff are increasingly concerned for their welfare.
BibleLands’ Director, Nigel Edward-Few, has urged churches and individuals to join in prayer for those of all faiths in the Middle East who are suffering.
He said, “This situation of destruction and terror calls for immediate prayer to back up BibleLands’ practical aid.
“I appeal to Christians to pray for those in danger in Gaza, Lebanon and the surrounding areas, and for wisdom that will recognise the futility of continuing this devastating conflict and that will bring it to a speedy end.”
