Shabbat Shalom from Israel!

Happy Sunday, friends! Ok, let me explain! As I write, it is Friday evening in Israel...the beginning of Shabbat. It is the weekly Sabbath which begins at sundown every Friday and goes until sundown on Saturday. Jewish families do not work on that day and almost no Jewish businesses are open. It is a welcome …

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Please Don’t Remain Silent!

Friends, I'm watching in real time what is occuring in the elections in Israel. I also watched with interest as the Brazilian elections managed to go sideways, causing the conservative candidate to flee the country. When people of conscience don't vote (for whatever reason), the bad guys win. I am burdened for America and the …

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What Did I Do on My Day Off? I Walked with Jesus!

Hey friends! Today was my lone day off between a second timers' tour, a service extension, and the beginning of the next tour. I'm excited to meet our next group of guests who are set to arrive on Sunday. But, what did I do with all that free time!?! I walked with Jesus! There is …

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Serving with Good Friends

Today was our last service day here in Israel, but we finished on a high note! Pastor Saleem Shalash, a dear brother in Christ, is an Arab pastor in Nazareth. His love for Jews and Arabs runs deep, as he does not see skin color or ethnicity as a factor. His congregation has operated a …

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