One of the most festive holidays on the Jewish calendar is Purim. Chronicled in the book of Esther is the foundation of the celebration. Time after time throughout history, Israel's enemies have tried to destroy them, yet time after time God proves faithful to preserve them. Jewish people are zealous for life and refuse to …
Continue reading A Look Back at Purim and a Glance into the Israeli Mindset
This post may be a bit controversial, so let's exercise caution and respect as we approach today's topic. Having seen first-hand the aftermath of Hamas' heinous attack on October 7, 2023, and the resulting grief and heartache of a nation who has lost over 2,000 of their finest, key questions arise: What should God's people …
Continue reading When God’s Commands are Ignored, Evil is Sure to Rise Up
We were in Israel during several hostage exchanges, including the homecoming of the bodies of the Bibas family. Words cannot describe the agony and heartbreak of an entire nation grieving for their loved ones. In Israel, every hostage is a loved one. We traversed many roadways on which the hostages were transported, and went through …
After a wonderful 2-day visit with Aly and Teo, I connected with other Israeli friends, Sheila (who coordinates our Israel tours) and her husband, Kevin. Another wonderful couple gracious enough to invite me into their home. Besides her responsibilities at One for Israel and Israel College of the Bible, Sheila also happens to be an …
Looking for the Blessed Hope 