Shavuot: A Feast of Redemption

Today is a very special day of worship and commemoration! At sunset tonight Jews around the world will begin their 2-day celebration of Shavuot. For Christians, we call this wonderful day Pentecost. One is very obviously Jewish and the other very obviously Christian. Yet, like every one of the seven feasts the Lord ordained for …

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Another Testimony of God’s Blessings to Jews and Arabs Alike in Israel

Friends, at times we find it difficult to overcome certain prejudices and obstacles to the Bible's command to love others. In our human skin, we will never be perfect at it, but through the power of the Holy Spirit, it is possible to love others as Jesus did. I have shared much about my Arab …

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Israeli Knesset Member Building Bridges with Evangelicals

Contrary to what many think, Jews and Christians have not always had the best relationship. Initially, Christ followers were Jews, but Gentiles were invited into the saving grace of the Messiah, and soon became the "champions" of Christianity. Divisions grew. Fast forward through the centuries to the Crusades, where we find a series of 8 …

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What the Enemy Meant for Evil, God Uses for Good

Hey friends, God is showing off again...and I love the way He does so! Earlier this month, Palestinian terrorist/arsonists set fire to forests all around Israel for the sole purpose of inflicting even more stress and pain on a nation continuing to grieve the loss of loved ones and the captivity of hostages. (See here …

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