Hi friends! As we get closer to Christmas and Hanukkah, some Israel-loving Christians ask, "Should we celebrate Christmas or Hanukkah?" In brief, Christmas season is all about the birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. That should be a constant celebration, but particularly at this time of year! Hanukkah is a Jewish festival of …
Hey friends, did you know the gift-giving seasons of Hanukkah and Christmas intersect this year? As Christians, we celebrate the birth of Jesus our Lord this coming Wednesday as families gather, gifts are given and received, and a joyous time will be had by all. Meanwhile, on that very same day, the 8-day Jewish feast …
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All good things must come to an end, and for the Jewish people, the final light of Hanukkah has been lit. The joyous 8-day Hanukkah celebration becomes a memory this evening as sundown fades to night. Hanukkah is a celebration of light, and Scripture has much to teach us about light! According to Genesis 1:3, light was …
I love Hanukkah! My experience of being in Israel during Hanukkah several years ago created a deep appreciation for the miracles of God on behalf of His people, but also the spirit of life that springs forth from our Jewish friends. I've never seen an entire nation celebrate with such zeal! Yet, tomorrow's sundown will …
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