Focus on Israel: Lessons from the Mount of Olives

Visiting Israel is a life-changing experience, no matter how many times a person goes there.  Beyond the Biblical relevance so easily seen throughout the land, Israel’s geopolitical history is also on display.  Is it any wonder Scripture identifies Jerusalem as the center of the world? (Ezekiel 5:5, Ezekiel 38:12)  Of course, Israel also holds the …

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The Gifts and the Calling of God is Irrevocable

Hi friends! Let's begin the week on an encouraging note! "There will be tribulation and distress for every soul of man who does evil, to the Jew first and also to the Greek" (Rom 2:9). Years ago I tried to convince a pastor of the importance of Jewish evangelism. He responded by citing and, in …

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3:16 on 3/16

16 For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. ~John 3:16 Today, on 3/16, someone will be blessed by the most well-known 3:16 in Scripture: John 3:16! Consider carefully: Today is the day to put your trust in the Son …

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Conclusion, Lesson 4: Looking for the Blessed Hope

Dear Israel tour friends, in only days we will travel to Israel...to the place God has so obviously proven Himself faithful. We will see with both physical and spiritual eyes how profoundly faithful He is, and I pray it touches the deepest part of your spirit.  As we witness the world unraveling around us, I …

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