As you likely know, US Ambassador to the UN, Nikki Haley, resigned yesterday morning. Since then, numerous people have expressed concern about losing Israel's most staunch supporter (other than the Israeli ambassador) at the UN. How will this impact Israel and the way they are seen and treated by the UN? Well, I have no …
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President Trump’s UN Speech
The United Nations has gathered at its headquarters in New York City for the annual General Assembly, calling together diplomats from all over the world. Many (including Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Iranian President Rouhani) are scheduled to deliver speeches (or already have). Yesterday President Trump addressed the assembly. While touting the US as …
The Truth about Jewish and Arab Refugees
The US just cut funding to UNRWA and much of the world (particularly the Palestinians) are up in arms. In fact, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas will make a huge issue of it at the UN General Assembly later this month. But, what is the truth about UNRWA, the UN organization created specifically to deal only …
A Deeper Look at Psalm 122: Verses 2-3
A song of ascent, Psalm 122 was recited (or sung) by the Jewish people as they made the trek to Jerusalem three times a year for the feasts. They were anxious to go "up to Jerusalem" for those special times of fellowship with God. We're studying Psalm 122 this week and focus on verses 2-3 …
Looking for the Blessed Hope 