Jerusalem: A Heavy Stone

The prophet Zechariah wrote today's headlines 2500 years ago!  As the Lord spoke this vision to Zechariah, he saw what Jerusalem would become today: “Behold, I am going to make Jerusalem a cup that causes reeling to all the peoples around; and when the siege is against Jerusalem, it will also be against Judah. It will come about in …

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The UN is at it Again! 6 Absurd New Resolutions Against Israel

Six Arab-sponsored resolutions were passed by the United Nations a couple days ago.  Among the condemning resolutions: Temple Mount must be called only by its Arab name and condemnation of Israel's presence on the Golan Heights. To put this in context, the rest of the world combined received only 6 condemning resolutions...one each on Syria, …

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Visiting the Western Wall

Last week in Israel I visited the Western Wall.  I always find it one of the most bittersweet places to visit.  Sweet, because I always get a taste of the profound yearning and reverence the Jewish people have for the God of Israel.  Bitter, because, while so close, most seem so far from grasping the …

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Southern Steps: Place of Commoners

Shalom friends...and welcome back.  I'm making my way through various sites around Jerusalem and want to share them with you.  Several days ago, I was at the Southern steps of Temple Mount.  As with my visit to the City of David, access to the Southern steps was closed for shabbat.  However, there is still much …

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