US, Israel Wrap up “Juniper Falcon” Joint Training

We've been discussing the Israeli victory in the Six Day War.  But how do the Israelis prepare for war today?  In many ways, such as the just-concluded "Juniper Falcon" joint exercises with the US military. Juniper Falcon included joint aerial exercises between Israeli and American Air Forces, as well as Water Jump Training and Maritime …

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Six Days of Miracles: God’s Victorious Hand in the Six Day War

Jerusalem Day is approaching.  But what is the celebration about?  Why is it such a big deal in Israel?  We are examining those questions and more.  In fact, we’re in the middle of a series of posts featuring: Israel’s Greatest Hour of Danger – what led up to the Six Day War Six Days that …

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Six Days that Changed Israel’s Future

Welcome back!  As Israel heads toward celebration of Yom Yerushalayim (Jerusalem Day), we are taking a look at what that day represents.  It is in celebration of victory in the Six Day War of 1967, and this year marks the Jubilee Year (50th anniversary of that all-important victory). Yesterday, we focused on Israel’s Greatest Hour …

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Heartbreaking Stories of Palestinian Mothers

Happy Mother's Day once again!  Though we looked to Sarah in a blessed Mother's Day tribute this morning, I want to share glimpses of heartbreaking stories at the other end of the spectrum.  I share them for a specific reason.  I often ask you to pray, as Scripture commands, for the peace of Jerusalem.  We …

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