Today we're talking about the anniversary of Hamas's surprise attack on Israel,

polling 29 days before election day, September's remarkably strong jobs report,

and other top news for Monday October 7th.

Stay informed while remaining focused on Christ with the poor over today.

Here's the quote of the day.

Legalism either leaves you feeling good and then self-righteousness grows,

or feeling like a loser and then self-reproach grows.

Both will destroy your soul.

Justin Kendrick.

Let's get started with some espresso shots.

A year ago today, Hamas launched a surprise terror attack against Israel.

Hamas militants broke through Israel's border, killed a thousand two hundred people,

and took 250 hostages back to Gaza.

Israel immediately declared war and announced its objectives,

destroy Hamas and bring back the hostages.

Israel says 154 hostages have been released or rescued, and that 97 remain in Gaza, including 33 believed to be dead.

The war has become a point of division worldwide, sparking many protests and counter-protest.

Yesterday, over 40,000 pro-Palestinian protesters marched through London, demanding an end

to the war in Gaza. Smaller demonstrations were held in other cities around the world.

Despite significant international pressure, a ceasefire deal seems unlikely.

In recent weeks, Israel has shifted its focus on Hezbollah an ally of Hamas that operates out of Lebanon. War and the evil it exposes are a terrible reminder that the world is not as it should be.

Seek peace where you are and trust that the Lord will end all war in his perfect timing.

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