At sundown yesterday, Jews around the world launched commemoration of Shavuot (Feast of Weeks), known to Christians as Pentecost. It is the fourth of seven major feasts, all of which point to Jesus, the Messiah. (See Jesus: The Fulfillment of Every Jewish Feast) One for Israel published an article with great insight into Shavuot. Enjoy! …
Category: Israeli Life
Christians Helped Make it Happen!
This morning I wrote of the need to bring Millennials on board in strong support of Israel. It is especially true for Christian Millennials, as Christians have become a major force in promoting and uplifting the Jewish nation. Many have mentioned the role American Evangelical Christians have played in finally recognizing Jerusalem as Israel's capital, …
Israel and the Millennial Generation
One of the major emphases during the ICEJ/ACLI Conference in Washington DC was the "Israel divide" in the millennial generation. Those born between 1980-2000 are into young adulthood now and are statistically less supportive of Israel than previous generations. According to polls, less than 45% of Millennials are supportive of Israel, while 27% sympathize more …
A New Season Begins for God’s People in God’s Land
At the ICEJ/ACLI Conference this week, we were reminded of the significance of "jubilee years" throughout Israel's modern history. To place it in Biblical context, read Leviticus 25 (particularly verses 8-10)to discover the Lord's plan to designate years of jubilee every 50 years. Those years were established as years of redemption for those who gave up …
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Looking for the Blessed Hope 