An Afternoon None of Us will Forget

After an incredible time on the Sea of Galilee this morning, we knew the day was going to be special...and it was. We began the afternoon at Capernaum, Jesus' center of ministry in the Galilee area. Once again, I was taken aback by how few people are here. The site is usually packed, with groups …

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Healed by Touching the Master’s Garment

I love going to the Galilee area in Israel, opening my Bible, and watching the Gospels literally come to life. It is impossible not to be changed when, suddenly, Jesus' miracles around the shores of the Sea of Galilee become incredibly vivid. Over 2/3 of Jesus' ministry took place in a relatively small area around …

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Dancing on the Sea of Galilee

Welcome back to the Galilee! It is such a fun place and our tour group enjoyed a fantastic time sailing the Sea upon which Jesus walked! The boat ride is often a time of quiet reflection followed by joyous singing and dancing with some of the most fun-loving Israeli seamen you can imagine! Our entire …

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Israel Insights: Capernaum, Jesus’ Hometown

Welcome back to Israel Insights! Each weekend I'm sharing a resource I use to prepare for upcoming Israel tours. It is so critical to be prepared from both a Bible teaching perspective and an Israeli culture perspective. Thus, I'm in study mode as I prepare to lead my next tour in October. Today's feature is …

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