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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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Hezbollah—Israel’s Ever-Looming Threat in the North
The recent Israeli targeting of Hezbollah’s senior military commander Fuad Shukr in Beirut, and Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran has heightened the chances of a dreaded escalation in the North. But both sides also remember the widespread devastation of the last major conflict between them in 2006, and so far, cooler heads have prevailed.
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What Happened on the Ninth of Av?
The nation of Israel is not only at war against the Hamas terror militia but also against dark spiritual forces …
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“By My Spirit!” Restoring the Prophetic Voice to Israel
As we near the Feast of Tabernacles in October, our Feast theme this year has become even more relevant: “By My Spirit, says the Lord!”
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World Court: Israel’s “Occupation” of Palestinian Territories Illegal
The United Nations’ highest court, the International Court of Justice (ICJ, also known as the World Court), released its advisory opinion last Friday, July 19.
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Antisemitism in France, Resulting Aliyah—and How ICEJ Is Helping
The ancient Silk Road, a network of trade routes connecting the Far East with the Middle East, was also a corridor for the movement of peoples and cultures.
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ICEJ’s Role in Aliyah along the Silk Road
The ancient Silk Road, a network of trade routes connecting the Far East with the Middle East and Europe, not only served as a conduit for commerce but also as a corridor for the movement of peoples and cultures over the centuries.
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The Concept of a “Just War”
Adapted from ICEJ President Dr. Juergen Buehler’s presentation at the ICEJ’s recent International Leadership Conference (ILC) in Helsinki.
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Tikvah • תִּקְוָה Cling to Hope: A Hebrew Word Study
“For you are my hope (tikvah), O LORD God: you are my trust from my youth.” (Psalm 71:5) Would you wait differently if you had an assurance of a certain conclusion?
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Abraham, Father of Us All and Heir of the World
I am often drawn back to where the story of the Jewish people began—with Abraham, whom Paul called “the father of us all.” For many Christians, he is just one of many great men of God in the Bible.
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Finding Freedom from Trauma “Down on The Farm”
The demand for mental health care in Israel has surged, especially among the many IDF soldiers struggling to find freedom from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
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God’s Patience Shown Through Pentecost
As we arrive at the biblical holiday of Shavuot, or the Feast of Weeks, there is a valuable lesson it can teach us concerning patience in this long, difficult war Israel now finds itself in. The intense battle against Hamas in Gaza is now more than eight months old.
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Counting the Omer from Firstfruits to Pentecost
In the Old Testament, God established a special period known as “counting the omer,” which is not widely recognized by many Christians.
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