STILL URGENT: The Need to Pray for Israel has Never Been Greater

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 …

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The Model City and Shrine of the Book

After an emotionally charged visit to Yad Vashem, we followed up with a visit to the Israel Museum, the 17th largest museum in the world. (Not bad for a country with less than .05% of the world's population!) Here, we took a good look at the model City of Jerusalem, which truly gives a great …

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Challenges Facing Israel’s New Netanyahu Government – Part 1

After 5 failed or short-term elections since April 2019, and following 2 months of negotiations to form a government, Benjamin Netanyahu has succeeded in regaining premiership in Israel. However, the world, including Israel, is a much different place than it was back in 2019, so don't expect the ride to be a smooth one for …

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Day 28: 31 Days of Prayer for Israel – Righteous Leadership

Along with an administration under stress, the Israeli Knesset functions under pressure as well. After all, politics in Israel is every bit as wild and wacky as America! Both are in need of righteous leadership, so let's pray to that end. 8 Open your mouth for the speechless,In the cause of all who are appointed to die.9 Open your …

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