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 …
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 …
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 …
Continue reading Israel Insights: Capernaum, Jesus’ Hometown
Not only did we visit Magdala, Mt of Beattitudes and Tabgha, but we also had special times at other places. Capernaum is a very special place that always touches those who stop to consider all Jesus did there. Not only was Capernaum the seat of His ministry, but He performed more miracles there than perhaps …
