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Shootings​

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Authorities are investigating mass shootings in Australia and the United States. ​

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In Sydney, Australia, at least 16 people were killed, and over 40 were injured in a terrorist attack at Bondi Beach. Two suspected gunmen—one who was killed and another in critical condition—were reportedly targeting the 1,000+ Jews gathered for a public Hanukkah celebration. Police also found and removed explosives from a nearby vehicle. ​

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Some Aussie officials called the attack “entirely foreseeable,” citing a rise in antisemitism since the Israel-Hamas War. Australia’s Prime Minister condemned the “act of evil.”​

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Separately, a lone gunman opened fire inside an engineering building at Brown University in Rhode Island, killing at least two students and injuring nine others on Saturday. The suspected shooter was taken into custody yesterday morning, ending an overnight manhunt. A motive hasn’t yet been determined.​

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PRAY WITH US
Eternal Father, draw near to Australia and Rhode Island with comfort for those who are mourning. Mighty God, heal the critically wounded and traumatized. Wonderful Counselor, give governments wisdom to respond and bring justice. Prince of Peace, hasten the coming of your Kingdom, where hatreds cease, and tears are no more. Amen.​

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“The people walking in darkness have seen a great light… For a child will be born for us, a son will be given to us, and the government will be on his shoulders. He will be named Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Eternal Father, Prince of Peace. The dominion will be vast, and its prosperity will never end.”
Isaiah 9:2, 6-7 (CSB) (read full passage)​

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Syria Attack​

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Three Americans were killed in Syria Saturday.​

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The killed—two Iowa Army National Guard soldiers and a civilian interpreter, whose names have not been publicly released—were ambushed near Palmyra during a key leader engagement as part of counter-ISIS operations. Three other Iowa Guard members were wounded and airlifted to a nearby garrison; two Syrian service personnel were also injured.​

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U.S. Central Command said the attack was carried out by a lone Islamic State-linked gunman, who was engaged and killed by partner forces. President Trump vowed “very serious retaliation” against ISIS.​

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The U.S. maintains about 1,000 troops in Syria as part of ongoing anti-ISIS efforts. After the fall of longtime dictator Bashar al-Assad last year, Syria’s new government pledged to work with the U.S.-led coalition to counter the group.​

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ETERNAL PERSPECTIVE
We live in a world marred by sin. Even as we work to promote accountability and redemption here on earth, we can rest in the knowledge that a day is coming when sin will be impossible and regret a distant memory.​

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“I lift my eyes toward the mountains. Where will my help come from? My help comes from the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth.”
Psalm 121:1-2 (CSB) (read full passage)​

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