Jesus, Our Lamb and Our Shepherd: Lessons from Bethlehem

Shepherd's field near BethlehemOur tour group visiting a shepherd's cave Having spent a few days understanding Hanukkah, now is the time to turn our focus toward Christmas and ponder the birth of our Savior. Consider the setting and the characters of that day 2,000 years ago. Seek to know the significance of Bethlehem and the …

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Considering Hanukkah from a Christian Perspective

As we approach the beginning of Hanukkah at sundown tonight, let's consider the Christian perspective for a brief moment. As on most roads of life, there are ditches on either side, and we are wise to keep our vehicles on the proper path so we don't fall into one! On one hand, there are Christians …

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Does Hanukkah Point to Christ?

Hi everyone!  Hanukkah begins tomorrow at sundown, and as we look ahead, I hope you are enjoying a bit of insight into the miracle that happened!  We’re in the midst of a series of posts about Hanukkah, so if you don’t know what that miracle was, please review: Looking Ahead to HanukkahThe Miracle of HanukkahHanukkah: …

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Looking for Last-Minute Gifts? Check Out These Israeli Innovations!

Ready for a little bit of fun? I just ran across this article and was once again amazed at Israeli ingenuity! Yes, I know, there are smart, innovative people around the world. But, per capita, I'm not sure any country in the world out does Israel! Take a look at these 9 innovations, named among …

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