Last week, the country of Colombia banned coal exports to Israel in an effort “to pressure the government of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to end the conflict in Gaza.” The Colombian president said that Israel uses Colombian coal to make bombs to kill Palestinian children. Colombia is Israel’s largest coal supplier. In May, Colombia suspended diplomatic relations with Israel. Other countries, like Scotland, have also suspended meetings with the Israeli government until significant “progress” is made in negotiations for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip.
God of Justice and Peace, we come before You with heavy hearts, seeking Your guidance and wisdom in these troubled times. We pray for justice, for the end of violence, and for the protection of innocent lives. We pray for an end to the suffering of all specially children and all who are caught in the crossfire. Let Your justice roll down like waters and Your righteousness like a mighty stream, bringing peace where there has been pain and hope where there has been despair.
Lord, in your mercy… hear our prayer.