Joshua Project, August 26th, 2024
Because of the uniqueness of their history and culture, all Jews have a strong sense of identity. Persecution of and discrimination against the Jews have been the historical reasons for their migrations and settlements around the world. Anti-Semitism was prevalent and frequently led to either persecution or expulsion. Some of them live in Malta, an island nation in the Mediterranean Sea.
The Jews have a wonderful understanding of their connection with the Abrahamic Covenant. However, they also have a history of rejecting Jesus Christ as Messiah, the one who has fulfilled that covenant. They often feel threatened by those who call their attention to Jesus.
Maltese believers can potentially lead Jews to see Jesus in a different light. It is important that these ideas not be presented in a way that Jews interpret as anti-Semitic.
Pray that this people group become faithful to God and not trust in themselves.
Pray that God would grant Jewish believers favour as they share their faith in Christ with their own families and communities. Pray that strong local churches would be raised up in each Jewish community.