Hi friends! The recent journey to Israel left me with deep-seated grief and a bright hope for the future of Israel. Why the contrast? Because both are so very palpable when you stand among God's uniquely called people in His uniquely promised land! Being there made it quite obvious that Israel is a hurting nation. …
Continue reading The Great Paradox: A Chilling Reminder and a Warm Reassurance
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 …
