The world was appalled by the atrocities of the Holocaust. Yet, repeating lies long enough and loud enough often diminishes the impact of such horrors. Significant pockets of Holocaust deniers grew, and the narrative took a 180-degree turn. Suddenly, the ovens that burned Jewish men, women and children alive, the gas chambers that suffocated them, …
The week-long Feast of Tabernacles in Israel is winding down. The joyous celebration reminds the Jewish people of God's faithfulness to provide for them in the wilderness during the Exodus. The International Christian Embassy Jerusalem (ICEJ) hosts the largest gathering of Christians from around the world. God's Word tells us that one day (Millennial Kingdom), …
Few places on earth are more heart-wrenching than the Yad Vashem Holocaust Museum, particularly the children's memorial. What happened to the Jewish people during the Nazi's "Final Solution" was absolutely unfathomable, and we saw the evidence of atrocity as we toured the museum during our recent Israel tour. However, flickers of light (Holocaust survivors) have …
Continue reading Reflections from Our Israel Tour: Yad Vashem and Holocaust Survivors
Israel tours are filled with "wow" moments, but visiting Holocaust survivors is often a trip highlight for many. Meeting Donata was certainly a memorable moment that will linger for a lifetime in the minds of our tour group. Nestled in the midst of a neighborhood, the Haifa Home for Holocaust Survivors is a place of …
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Looking for the Blessed Hope 