The Tragedies of Tisha B’Av

Tonight at sunset marks the beginning of Tisha B'Av (ninth day of the Hebrew month of Av) in Israel. It is an especially solemn day historically, and one in which Israel has prepared for and fully anticipates an Iranian attack. It is a day in which Israel's enemies would like nothing better than to dig …

Continue reading The Tragedies of Tisha B’Av

Why Do Many Israelis Despise January 1?

The Jewish people love a good party, and they know how to throw them! Many of their feasts and festivals are marked by revelry and good times. However, January 1 is not that way. Some will celebrate, but for many, it holds no special distinction. Why is that...and why miss a perfectly good opportunity to party? For starters, …

Continue reading Why Do Many Israelis Despise January 1?

Conclusion, Lesson 3: Israel’s Rejection is not Total and is not Final

I never watched the show, Who Wants to be a Millionaire, but from it sprung the question, “Is that your final answer?” Thankfully for the Jews, they have not arrived at “the final answer” yet, but when they do, what a glorious day it will be! As we head into Romans 11, seek to find …

Continue reading Conclusion, Lesson 3: Israel’s Rejection is not Total and is not Final

Conclusion, Lesson 1: Going a Step Further

I pray your faith has been strengthened as we have discovered God’s faithfulness to Israel! Yet, in this final week of preparation before our tour, it is time to go a step further. Scripture has assured us of God’s unwavering faithfulness to the land and descendants He promised to Abraham. Furthermore, Israel is our insurance …

Continue reading Conclusion, Lesson 1: Going a Step Further