God’s Message of Salvation for the Jews, from Acts 3

While studying about God's dealings with the Jews and with the nations, I enjoyed intriguing thoughts about a passage from Acts 3:18-20, and I want to share them: But what God foretold by the mouth of all the prophets, that his Christ would suffer, he thus fulfilled. Repent therefore, and turn back, that your sins may …

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An Encore Delight amidst World Tragedy

Okay, I admit it...I find it difficult to pass up opportunities to take in a "little bit of Israel" when the opportunity presents itself!  Following last Tuesday night's wonderful presentation of Tzofim (Israel Scouts - see the report here), I invited friends to attend another performance tonight.  Something came up at the last moment and …

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Muslims Seek Christ, While Christians (and others) are Persecuted

Despite the darkness in our world, a Great Light is shining!  Jesus Christ is the Light of the world, and a great revival is happening in dark places.  We pray (as we should) for revival in our land, but we must not lose sight of the fact that revival fires are burning in the Middle East …

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Examining God’s Promise in 2 Chronicles 7

My morning routine includes listening to passages of Scripture while I dress and prepare for my day.  This morning's passage included the familiar verse from 2 Chronicles 7:14, yet I was drawn to the context and reminded that God issued this promise at a time of celebration and joy in Israel.  We often turn to …

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