Palestinian authorities are suspecting that a "vice squad" of Islamic militants is behind a bombing that badly damaged the Gaza office of the Palestinian Bible Society on April 15. Much of the main floor was damaged and fire destroyed many of the books. Despite the extensive damage, the staff is determined to re-open as soon as possible. Similar bombings have targeted internet cafes, music stores and video stores in recent months. A group called the "The Righteous Swords of Islam" has claimed responsibility for many of those attacks.

In February 2006, two pipe bombs damaged the door of the Palestinian Bible Society and a warning was left, threatening further damage if the store did not permanently close. Despite the threats, the store re-opened less than two months later (click here to read the story).

Thank the Lord that no one was harmed during these attacks. Pray for the Palestinian Bible Society as they rebuild from the bombing. Pray that the staff will exhibit the love and forgiveness of Christ.

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