A ceasefire has just gone into effect betweeen Hamas and Israel in Operation Pillar of Cloud (Defense).  Following eight days of heavy rocket attacks upon mostly southern Israeli cities, but also including Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, along with Israeli air strikes on terrorist strongholds, both sides agreed to a ceasefire brokered by the U.S. and Egypt.  How long will this one last before it is broken, and at what cost?

It is a time for thanks-giving to YHVH God, even if only for temporary relief from pain and suffering.  May persons from all sides seek His kingdom and His righteousness for much longer-term genuine peace.