Let's just say the true part out loud: the Middle East is messy, and those of us in the west probably have no true understanding of the mindset of those in the Middle East (including Israel). For example, in that region of the world, "nice" doesn't work. Even in Israel, the Jewish people are very …
Heroic stories are pouring out of Israel. It is truly refreshing to hear from those so zealous for life that they think nothing of putting their own lives on the line for the sake of others. The accounts are heartwarming and are great reminders of why Israel is committed to the fight until Hamas is …
Continue reading An IDF Soldier Shares the Story of October 7
It's truth that must be shared. The tiny nation of Israel (roughly 9.55 million citizens, about 22% of whom are Arab) has no voice against over 20 Arab nations with ~500,000,000 voices. And that doesn't even count the Turks, Kurds, or Persians who are not Arab, but are part of the same large and vocal …
Continue reading “I’m Arab and I Don’t Understand Why the World Can’t Acknowledge Jewish Pain”
One of the most amazing things about Israelis is their uncanny ability to pick themselves up and do what is necessary to move on. Please understand, I am not saying the situation is easy for them. It is not, and they are grieving. Deep trauma has been inflicted and they deal with significant mental, emotional …
Looking for the Blessed Hope 