An Afternoon None of Us will Forget

After an incredible time on the Sea of Galilee this morning, we knew the day was going to be special...and it was. We began the afternoon at Capernaum, Jesus' center of ministry in the Galilee area. Once again, I was taken aback by how few people are here. The site is usually packed, with groups …

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Healed by Touching the Master’s Garment

I love going to the Galilee area in Israel, opening my Bible, and watching the Gospels literally come to life. It is impossible not to be changed when, suddenly, Jesus' miracles around the shores of the Sea of Galilee become incredibly vivid. Over 2/3 of Jesus' ministry took place in a relatively small area around …

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Life’s Unexpected Blessings

Sometimes life throws us curveballs, requiring us not to get too far on to our front foot! Waiting to allow God's blessings to come without charging ahead with our own plans usually yields positive results. Tuesday was such a day. We were scheduled to travel up north to Kiryat Shmona to prepare meals for those …

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Worshiping the One Who Heals Physically, Financially and Mentally

Happy Lord's Day, dear friends! One of my favorite places in Israel is Magdala, the home of Mary Magdalene. The ancient city was discovered only a few years ago when building crews began construction of a Franciscan retreat center on the shores of the Sea of Galilee. While clearing land, they found remains of a …

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