Sundown on August 10 marked the beginning of Tisha B'Av, the saddest day in Israel's history. Imagine all these things happening on the same Jewish calendar day (ninth of the month of Av): The decree that Israelites would wander in the desert for 40 years after leaving Egypt, until a new generation would enter the …
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What Do You Know about Caesarea Maritima?
Caesarea by the Sea In Israel, there are two Caesareas. But before we discuss where the two are located, can you take a guess from where the name "Caesarea" may have come? If you believe it may have been named for Augustus Caesar, you are correct! Caesarea Philippi is located in the far north of …
Linking the Past with the Future
Hi friends! Today I will share with you a very timely message from Israel. When one goes to Israel and walks where Jesus walks, something happens deep inside. As the Bible comes to life, many people also feel a sense of "belonging" in Israel. Knowing that Jesus once set foot on the very spot where …
Jesus before Pilate and Herod
During the last few days of Jesus' earthly life He stood trial six times...three before religious officials and three before civil officials. Each trial violated religious and/or civil law. Imagine....the Son of God on trial before mortal humans! Yet, from the foundations of the world, our sovereign God chose to sacrifice His Son in order that …
Looking for the Blessed Hope 