A dictionary defines “stand in the gap” as “to expose oneself for the protection of something; to take the place of a fallen defender or supporter.” Scripture shares numerous examples of people standing in the gap for others.
Upon the wicked He will rain snares;Fire and brimstone and burning wind will be the portion of their cup.
Let not mercy and truth forsake you. Bind them around your neck. Write them on the tablet of your heart and so find favor...
And when the thousand years are ended, Satan will be released from his prison and will come out to deceive the nations that are...