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Susan’s Blog
Biblical insight and clear-eyed analysis from ICEJ USA President Dr. Susan Michael on the events shaping Israel and the church’s response to them.
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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
Hearing God’s Voice, Obedience, and Blessing
God’s blessings are actively chasing you! Discover how obedience and fellowship unlock His favor and let His goodness overtake your life.
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 · June 29, 2026
The Prophetic Secret of God’s Calendar and Leviticus 23
A profound and sustained surge of immigration from France is taking shape that will alter the Jewish demographic map worldwide.
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Is It Safe To Visit Israel? Yes!
Visitors Favor Israel Tourists and business leaders alike flock to Israel.
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Why Is Israel’s Modern Statehood A Miracle?
The story of modern Israel is amazing in itself, but when taken within the context of the history of the Jewish people, it is clearly miraculous. The only explanation for this epic tale is a biblical one.
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What Does the Bible Have To Say About The Return Of The Jewish People To Their Homeland?
A special term from the Hebrew Bible is used to describe the process of returning to the Land—Aliyah, which means, to “ascend.”
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How Can We Help Palestinian Refugees?
Seventy years ago, the United Nations voted to declare Israel a modern state.
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Does The United States Benefit From Its Alliance With Israel?
Like a diamond with many facets, Israel shines in its value to the United States. Our ally enhances our national security and economy, and improves our quality of life.
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How the Gospel Spread from Caesarea Maritima to Rome
The ancient city of Caesarea Maritima nestled along the Mediterranean coast was one of the most significant seaports in the world during the time of Herod the Great and the events of the book of Acts.
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Is Media Coverage Accurate About Israel’s Military Actions?
The United States and Israeli militaries are closely aligned with similar ethics policies governing their actions. Although the media often characterize Israel Defense Forces (IDF) operations as crimes, let’s take a reality check.
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Caesarea in the Bible & Why It’s Significant for Christians
The city of Caesarea is mentioned a number of times in the New Testament, such as the Roman Centurion Cornelius’ receiving of the Holy Spirit as recorded in the book of Acts.
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Does Israel Receive The Most US Foreign Aid?
Israel’s detractors and even uninformed friends often complain that Israel receives more US foreign aid than other nations. Let’s clear away the debris of misinformation to look at the facts.
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How Is A Small Nation Like Israel Providing Significant Humanitarian Aid Around The World?
Israel was one of the first countries to send a team of disaster management experts, mental health experts, and engineers to Houston after hurricane Harvey hit last week.
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How Does Israel Treat Palestinians?
Ride around Israel with an Arab taxi driver, and he will readily tell you he prefers to live under an Israeli government. Various polls indicate that 60 to 78 percent of Arabs in East Jerusalem share the same opinion.
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Before the Rooster Crows
Why the church of St. Peter Gallicantu is a “must” for Christian tour groups One of my most memorable experiences in Israel happened many years ago right outside the Old City of Jerusalem.
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