From the Mediterranean to the Galilee

Thankfully, our group seems to have recovered quickly from the effects of jetlag and we're most thankful for that. It sets us up for good experiences going forward. Our first stop of the day was ONE FOR ISRAEL, home of Israel College of the Bible (the only accredited Hebrew-speaking Christian college in the world). For …

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Meanwhile, It is Calm in Israel!

Friends, I am tremendously burdened by what is happening in European cities, particularly in France and Italy over the past few days.  Radical Islamists are rioting and destroying iconic landmarks and no one does anything. Meanwhile, I'm often asked, "Isn't it dangerous to go to Israel?" Seriously...it is calm and peaceful here in Israel. While …

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Day One: It’s a Wrap!

Welcome back fellow sojourners! Our first official tour day (Sunday, October 28) is in the books, and it began well! After a hardy breakfast we made our way to Shiloh, the place the tabernacle stayed once the Israelites returned to the Promised Land from exile in Egypt and before the Temple was built in Jerusalem. …

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Finally, Our Entire Group has Arrived!

Westward view from my window overlooking a park, the beach and the beautiful Mediterranean Sea. After a day of travel and folding into a pretzel on an airplane, it is always good to stretch out in a bed for a good night of sleep! Four of us arrived yesterday and experienced that blessing! Today began …

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