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.
Pastor Stuart McAlpine presents a sermon on the birth of Jacob the son of Isaac in obedience to Genesis 25:20-26. Jacob being the younger...
“Father, if you are willing, please take this cup of suffering away from me. Yet I want your will to be done, not mine.”...
... so that, with the eyes of your heart enlightened, you may know what is the hope to which he has called you, what...
