Encouragement

A group of IDF tank soldiers asked Rabbi Brody for some words of encouragement before engaging in combat during Operation "Guardians of the Walls". May, 11, 2021

First Aid for Overcoming a Difficulty:
Remember that Hashem is not limited - Hashem can do whatever He wants whenever He wants;
Light a candle in memory of the holy tzaddik Rebbe Oshaiya Ish Tiria;
Put a coin in a charity box or give charity;
Say Psalm 29;
Now ask for whatever salvation you need.
Please write or leave a comment telling us how this worked for you; meanwhile, see this:

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