Purim – A Celebration of Deliverance
It is interesting to note that two of Israel’s holidays celebrate Israel’s deliverance. Passover celebrates their deliverance from Egypt, and Purim celebrates the deliverance of the Jews in Persia from the evil decrees of Haman.
This year, Purim begins the evening of March 2 and ends the evening of March 3 for most Jews worldwide; however, Jerusalem celebrates March 4 because it is a walled city. (Esther 9:18-19) Especially in Israel, Purim is a very joyous celebration. Here are the three things that were in the edict from Esther and Mordecai concerning the celebration of Purim: Esther 9:22
- Purim is to be celebrated with feasting and gladness.
- Jews are to send gifts to one another.
- They are to give gifts to the poor.
In synagogues, schools, and even on street corners, the book of Esther is read aloud. When the name of Haman is about to be read, noisemakers begin to drown out the name of Haman. Children and adults dress up like characters from the story or Jewish heroes, past or present.
This year, during Purim, Jews will celebrate the elimination of the modern-day Haman, the supreme leader of Iran, Ali Khamenei, as well as forty top leaders of his evil regime.
US Operation Epic Fury – Israel Operation Roaring Lion
Early Saturday morning, in a historic military operation, the United States and Israel took out the supreme leader of Iran, at least forty of his leaders, and many military targets. President Trump was willing to find a peaceful path to Iran, stopping their enrichment process that would lead to a nuclear bomb. Iran continued to resist, and Israeli and US intelligence uncovered information that Iran was planning a ballistic missile attack on Israel and US assets in the region. President Trump has made it clear that this operation is to stop Iran from menacing the region by promoting terrorism and regime change. In his statement, he made it clear that regime change was the responsibility of the people of Iran.
“Saddle UP” to Pray for Operation Epic Fury and Operation Roaring Lion
- Pray for the Spirit of Wisdom to lead and guide the US/Israel military leaders’ decisions as the operation moves forward. Isaiah 11:2 Spirit of Wisdom is the divine insight and the ability to use knowledge in the right way.
- Pray for the ability to execute successful operations and for the protection of all military personnel involved. Joshua 1:9, Psalm 46:1, Psalm 91
- This evil regime of Iran will be totally destroyed. Isaiah 41:10-12
- Pray for the people of Iran to rise at this historic moment and overthrow the evil regime that has oppressed and murdered them for the past forty-seven years!
- Pray for the restoration of a peaceful nation and its people – Jeremiah 49:39
- Breaking of the oppressive regime – Jeremiah 49:35
- Pray for justice, truth, and mercy to prevail in the nation, and hearts will turn to the truth of the Gospel. Jeremiah 49:38
- Pray for the protection of President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu.
- Pray that both the US and Israeli intelligence agencies will uncover all plots and plans of Iran or any of Iran’s allies.
- Pray for divine protection over the land, the people, and the infrastructure of Israel. Psalm 121:4-5, 7
- Pray the result of these operations will be PEACE! Psalm 46:9
*Saddle Up was the word God gave Daughters For Zion for 2026. Remember that the implication is “you are ready for whatever comes.”
CUFI Prayer Points – Psalm 91
- Pray for Pastor Hagee, for strength and open doors for GREAT VICTORIES!
- Pray for protection and wisdom for Co-Executive Directors, Diana Hagee and Shari Dollinger
- Pray for strength and wisdom for the staff as they execute CUFI’s vision.
DFZ Sisters, please consider attending our DFZ Prayer Summit/CUFI Washington Summit as we gather to celebrate 250 years of our great nation and the 20th anniversary of CUFI!
Join us on Thursday, March 5, for our monthly day to fast for Israel. This month, we will be fasting for the total victory of Operation Epic Fury and Operation Roaring Lion. Isaiah 58:6, Ezra 8:23
Join our DFZ prayer teleconference on Friday, March 6, 5:45-6:15 a.m. Dial 267-807-9611; conference code 280921#.
