Should Christians Celebrate Passover?

Passover commenced at sundown on Saturday evening and continues until sundown next Sunday. The 8 day feast is both symbolic of God's mercy in delivering the Jewish people from Egyptian bondage, and symbolic of Jesus's death as the perfect Lamb of God on our behalf. But, should Christians celebrate this Jewish feast time? It all …

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Where is This?

Hi everyone! With our Israel tour coming up in October, suddenly minds turn toward things and places we will see when we go there. So, are you ready for a little Sunday afternoon fun? איפו זה ..... Where is this? We'll visit this sight on our October tour! Why not join us! Find out about …

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Israel’s Election: Will Netanyahu Translate 97 Center and Right-Wing Seats into a Stable Government?

Politics are complicated in Israel! Final vote tallies are in following last Tuesday's election, and Right and Center-wing parties garnered 97 seats. The liberal left won only 23 seats. So, why is it so difficult for Benjamin Netanyahu, head of the largest party, to put together a majority coalition of 61 or more seats? Most …

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Will Netanyahu Turn to an Arab Party to Form a Coalition?

As I often say, Israeli politics is more complicated and unpredictable than American politics. Currently, over 85% of votes have been counted following the Israeli election on Tuesday, and it appears clear neither Netanyahu or anti-Netanyahu parties have a solid coalition. Therefore, things are likely to get very interesting over the next few days and …

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