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Featured · August 14, 2026
Biblical Illiteracy: Why We Must Add Israel to Theological Education
The decline of biblical literacy in American society and churches is now greatly impacting theological institutions forming the next generation of Christian pastors and leaders. Learn what this means for Israel’s future.
Featured · August 6, 2026
My Journey as a Black Christian Zionist: Dumisani Washington
Discover Dumisani Washington’s powerful journey from segregated Arkansas to becoming a leading Black Christian Zionist
Featured · August 4, 2026
Why We Must Add Israel to Evangelical Theological Education
Biblical illiteracy is surging. Dr. Susan Michael issues an urgent call to add Israel to Christian higher education.
Featured · July 31, 2026
What Is the Priestly Blessing?
The Priestly Blessing is a unique blessing found in Numbers 6, and there’s something beautiful Christians can learn from it today.
Featured · July 21, 2026
A Passion for Advocating for Peace: Shelley Neese
A powerful story of a woman’s studies in Israel that led to fighting against Antisemitism and advocating for peace in the middle east
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Christian Embassy Blankets Israel With Prayer, Relief Aid
The global network of the International Christian Embassy Jerusalem has been covering Israel with prevailing prayer amid a difficult war while holding pro-Israel rallies and reaching out to numerous national leaders on Israel’s behalf.
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What Is Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah?
On Simchat Torah, the entire Jewish community assembles and expresses deep joy in having received it…
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HEAVEN REIGNS! The Lord is “King of all the Earth”
This year’s Feast theme comes from the book of Psalms, where the sons of Korah declare: “For God is the King of all the earth; sing praises with a psalm!”
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Yom Kippur and the Second Coming of Jesus
There is a connection between Jesus being tested and dying at Passover and then fulfilling the further priestly role foreshadowed in Yom Kippur …
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The Day of Atonement (Yom Kippur) and Its Prophetic Significance
The Day of Atonement, or Yom Kippur, is the holiest day on the Jewish calendar, both in biblical times and today …
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Attacks on Christians in Israel Test Our Professed Love
There indeed has been a surge in Jewish harassment and assaults on Christians and church properties in Israel since the start of the year, and the list of these attacks is getting rather long.
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Mercy Triumphs over Judgment- The Summer Months on the Hebrew Calendar
The main biblical festivals (feasts) divide the year into seasons.
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Understanding the Feast of Trumpets (Yom Teruah)
As summer winds down, the Jewish people begin thinking of the fall feasts, beginning with Yom Teruah …
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Israelis Excited over Hezekiah Inscriptions – Old and New
An Israeli professor recently caused waves among archaeologists by claiming he had discovered new ancient Hebrew inscriptions in Hezekiah’s tunnel in Jerusalem that mirror passages in the Old Testament.
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The Feasts of the Lord and Their Rich, Biblical Significance
What are the Feasts of the Lord? Learn about the Feasts—who they are for, what they point to, why they are important for Christians, and more.
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Iran Widens Its “Shadow War” with Israel
During Passover in April, Hamas and Hezbollah launched rocket and terror attacks against Israel from multiple directions, including Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria.
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Israel at 75: A Nation Blessing the Whole World
As Israel marks 75 years since its modern rebirth in 1948, the whole world should join the celebrations. For centuries, the Jewish people were scattered among the nations.
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