Jews and Arabs Side-by-Side…Despite BDS!

Hi friends!  We're in the middle of exploring the Biblical land of Samaria, talked about consistently in the Bible.  Yesterday I gave you a brief overview of the demographics and today I want to tell you about Jews and Arabs working together side-by-side in Samaria. But first, a bit about BDS...boycott, divest, sanction.  Many nations …

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Into the West Bank!

Ok gang, what do you think when you hear “West Bank?”  Border walls? Terrorists? Danger?  Well, while there is a degree of each of those, I want you to have a better understanding of the West Bank! If you are a student of the Bible, you know that a great many of our Bible heros …

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Houston Jewish Community to Receive $1M from Israeli Government

“The city of Houston was hurt badly last week, and the Jewish community, 70% of which lived in the flooded neighborhoods, was hit hard…Schools and synagogues were flooded and can’t be used. The old-age home and JCC [Jewish Community Center] were damaged, and hundreds of families will remain homeless… For years the Jewish communities stood …

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Pictorial Tour of Life in Jerusalem

I have always wanted to "immerse in the culture" of Israel, and I've certainly had that opportunity here in Jerusalem for a few days.  With only brief explanations, I'll allow pictures to tell the story! In Israel, most road signs are in Hebrew, Arabic and English.  Like this: Got the picture?  I bet you don't! …

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