Last Sunday we began a "Focus on Israel" emphasis by featuring the Mount of Olives. Today seems the perfect time for the second installment as we follow Jesus from a garden of agony to a garden of victory. Olive tree in the Garden of Gethsemane, dating back to Jesus' day We'll begin back on the …
Continue reading Focus on Israel: Lessons from the Garden to the Garden
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
There is always hope in Jesus! God has commanded light to shine out of darkness into the hearts of His uniquely called people. He has not given up on them and will never grow weary. As spiritually dark as it is in Israel, God has prepared a remnant to shine light into the darkness! We …
Continue reading Conclusion, Lesson 2: How Beautiful are the Feet Who Bring Good News!
Now we know the invitation that will bring the King home, but we have not reached that point in history yet so let’s learn some kingdom lessons. First, covenants usually involve commitments from two parties. A marriage covenant, for example, requires husband and wife to commit, not 50% each, but 100% each. Both must be …
Looking for the Blessed Hope 