As many were gathered in Bondi during the Festival of Lights (Hannukah / Chanukkah) celebrating what the Lord has done, darkness sought to make itself known through terror and violence. Our hearts grieve for the Jewish families and all those affected by this attack, and we stand in prayer with them.

This is a sobering reminder of the hour we are living in. Jesus told us to watch and pray, to remain AWAKE, and to keep our oil burning. Now is not the time to grow dim, retreat in fear, or hide the light God has placed within us. The darkness does not overcome the light — the light shines to dissipate thedarkness.

Please join me in praying for our brothers and sisters, for comfort, protection, and peace. And let us be a people who stay ready, anchored in the Lord, with lamps full and hearts burning for Him. Do not allow fear or terror to silence your witness. Shine, even more boldly, in the darkness.

“Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.”
Matthew 5:16

“Watch therefore, for you know neither the day nor the hour.” Matthew 25:13