When you read about Jerusalem in the Bible, do you really know the location of what you are reading about? While the Old City of Jerusalem is what we read about in the New Testament, it was not the actual seat of Jewish life until the time of King Herod, who demonstrated his building prowess …
Tag: David
Yet Another Bible-Confirming Discovery in the City of David!
One of my most favorite places in Israel (there are many!) is the City of David. It is extraordinarily rich in discoveries that confirm the truth of God's Word, and I've shared some examples previously. (Here, for example.) Seemingly day-after-day news comes of another significant discovery from the location of King David's palace and the …
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Jerusalem: The Eternal Capital of Israel
Argument abounds regarding the legitimacy of Jerusalem as Israel's capital. Though David established Jerusalem as the capital of his kingdom about 1,000 years before Christ, parts of the Old City, including Temple Mount, fell into Muslim control during modern history. In the 1967 Six Day War, Israel recaptured Temple Mount and reunited Jerusalem. Despite that …
Celebrating the Birth of a Jewish Carpenter: Born with a Purpose
Tis the season! We recently commemorated the Jewish Festival of Lights (Hanukkah), and as believers, we know that Jesus Himself is the Light of the World (John 8:12, John 9:5). Our sights now turn toward Christmas and the celebration of the birth of our Savior who is Christ the Lord. But let’s get practical for …
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Looking for the Blessed Hope 