The Bible exhorts us to pray for Israel (Psalm 122, Isaiah 62). It is not only our Christian duty, but it also brings blessings to us as we fellowship with the God of Israel! It is my prayer that, as you join me on this journey, you will be drawn closer to the heart of …
Continue reading Day 6: 31 Days of Prayer for Israel – Underground Believers
The Hebrew calendar is filled with feasts, remembrances and celebrations. In fact, the Hebrew calendar may well contain more holidays than any other calendar in the world! In general, Jewish people love a good celebration, and they also give deep honor and remembrance when it is due. Israeli holidays also seem to come in bunches. …
Yesterday we mentioned that the international community commemorates Holocaust Remembrance Day in January, though it is commemorated today in Israel. Why is that? Why does Israel celebrate Yom HaShoah (Holocaust Remembrance Day), Yom HaZikaron (Memorial Day) and Yom HaAtzmaut (Independence Day) almost back-to-back (within an 8 day span)? Though we tend to focus more on …
Today, as Jews everywhere commemorate the loss of 6 million Jewish lives during the Holocaust, many are telling their story. One account comes from an IDF soldier whose Dutch family sheltered Jews during the Holocaust, saving lives. As you enjoy her story, please pray for Holocaust survivors and their families who continue to deal with …
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