Jihadist ideology is almost incomprehensible to most of us in the west. It is difficult to wrap our minds around the idea that life has absolutely no value. Likewise, we don't easily understand how terrorists can claim victory amidst the incredible loss of life and destruction of property and territory. This leads to a paradox …
Continue reading Arab Follower of Jesus Shares His Perspective of Jihadists’ “Victory” in Gaza
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
Have you ever had a flashback of a dramatic event or experience that brought back raw emotion? Sometimes it is like a gut punch that knocks the wind out of you and seems to return you to the very moment of experience. Having been at the Nova site and Sderot in Israel only a couple …
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
Looking for the Blessed Hope 