So, What is the Significance of Hanukkah Anyway?

The Jewish festival of Hanukkah began yesterday at sundown and I shared some memories of being in Israel for Hanukkah several years ago. Oh what a blessing that was! But what is so significant about a Jewish festival, and why should believers in Jesus care about it? In Hebrew, Hanukkah means "dedication," and the celebration …

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9 Million Spiritual Battles

Happy Lord's Day, friends! Today, let's consider the 9 million spiritual wars going on in Israel, and pray accordingly. As the war in Israel is being fought on several fronts, there are over 9 million spiritual wars taking place in the hearts of each of Israel's citizens. And one sign of the fierce resistance God …

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A Word of Encouragement from Israel

Happy Sunday, dear friends! Amidst world chaos and animosity, we need to be quiet and hear words of encouragement found only in God's Word. I was blessed by this devotional by our wonderful friends at One for Israel, and I hope you are too! "But on that day I will set apart the land of …

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A Look Back at Pentecost: A Tale of Two Mountains

Hi friends! In a distracted world, we often fly past significant days without stopping to truly consider their significance. So, before Pentecost disappears in our rearview mirror, let's stop once more to consider how important that day is to our Christian faith. Bible lovers know there are 7 major feasts prescribed for the Jewish people. …

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