For Zion’s Sake – January 2020

2020 is upon us, and the typical first Wednesday prayer initiative was postponed to the second Wednesday this month, as the first Wednesday fell on New Year's Day. We're a week into the new year and we're seeing chaos erupt in the Middle East. Israel needs our prayers, our leaders need our prayers, and ministries …

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Jesus, Our Lamb and Our Shepherd: Lessons from Bethlehem

Shepherd's field near BethlehemOur tour group visiting a shepherd's cave Having spent a few days understanding Hanukkah, now is the time to turn our focus toward Christmas and ponder the birth of our Savior. Consider the setting and the characters of that day 2,000 years ago. Seek to know the significance of Bethlehem and the …

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When Christians Stand with Israel, Israel Notices!

Having just traveled to Israel and visited the Lebanese and Syrian borders (see this morning's post), I can say without hesitation that Israel is still safe to visit, and that Christians should continue blessing Israel with our presence. In fact, what is normal life for Israelis has driven some away in times past. Israelis have …

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For Zion’s Sake – December 2019

Dear faithful prayer warriors, tomorrow is the first Wednesday of the month, meaning it is time to join once again with thousands of Christians around the world for a common time of prayer for Israel. The Isaiah 62 Prayer Initiative calls believers to join the global movement in praying specifically, according to prayer points provided …

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