Contrary to what many think, Jews and Christians have not always had the best relationship. Initially, Christ followers were Jews, but Gentiles were invited into the saving grace of the Messiah, and soon became the "champions" of Christianity. Divisions grew. Fast forward through the centuries to the Crusades, where we find a series of 8 …
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Yesterday we focused on a source of evil attacking Israel every day. Today, we'll set our sights on another evil plaguing Israel. Within the United Nations, there is a specific agency dedicated only to provide aid to Palestinian refugees. It is known as UNRWA (United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees). No other …
Israel is filled with museums and special places of interest. Following our visit to Yad Vashem, we visited two more significant sights: the model city of Jerusalem and the Shrine of the Book. The model city (pictured above) is a replica of what Jerusalem might have looked like in Jesus' day. Complete with Temple Mount …
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What a joy it was yesterday to hear the good news that Netanyahu's administration squashed the "anti-missionary" bill that was once again put before the Knesset. Far right parties in Israel propose this (or a similar bill) almost every year, yet it betrays Israel's strong commitment to freedom of speech. This year was perhaps a …
Continue reading STILL URGENT: The Need to Pray for Israel has Never Been Greater
Looking for the Blessed Hope 