From the Mediterranean to the Galilee

Thankfully, our group seems to have recovered quickly from the effects of jetlag and we're most thankful for that. It sets us up for good experiences going forward. Our first stop of the day was ONE FOR ISRAEL, home of Israel College of the Bible (the only accredited Hebrew-speaking Christian college in the world). For …

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Day One: It’s a Wrap!

Welcome back fellow sojourners! Our first official tour day (Sunday, October 28) is in the books, and it began well! After a hardy breakfast we made our way to Shiloh, the place the tabernacle stayed once the Israelites returned to the Promised Land from exile in Egypt and before the Temple was built in Jerusalem. …

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Magdala and Our First Sight of the Sea of Galilee

Arriving in the Galilee area is always a special blessing because over 70% of Jesus' ministry happened in a rather small area on and around the Sea of Galilee. It is a beautiful part of the country, filled with Biblical sights, such as Magdala, Capernaum, and Tabgha, where Jesus lived, walked and taught His disciples. …

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Tabgha: A Special Place on the Sea of Galilee

Following an Israel trip, our guests face a very common question: What was your favorite place? It is somewhat an unfair question, as one cannot possibly pick a single favorite after watching the Bible come alive is so many places. For most, though, there are tender individual moments with the Lord, so various places become …

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