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ICEJ Passover Gifts Uplift Jewish Families Amid War

The ICEJ AID team traveled all around the country over recent weeks to distributed …

ICEJ Sponsored PTSD Center in Israel

Experts are warning of a growing mental health crisis in Israel due to the current war with Hamas ….

Israel’s Passover Plea: Let Our People Go!

In the bustling streets of Jerusalem, the sweet scent of almond blossoms mingles with a palpable sense of …

A Grandmother’s Wisdom During Wartime

Tanya—a grandmother among those of a “ripe old age”—is one who sits in the streets of Jerusalem …

Yom Aliyah—a Day to Celebrate the Jewish Return

Starting on Wednesday evening, April 17, Israel will celebrate Yom Aliyah, or Aliyah Day, which marks …

The Israel-Hamas War: A Six-Month Review

We recently passed the marker of six months since Hamas launched a bitter war with Israel …

What Is Antisemitism? Unpacking History’s Longest Hatred

What is antisemitism? It’s an ancient hatred of or bigotry toward Jews that includes delegitimizing, demonizing, and dehumanizing Jews individually and as a group.

Pivotal Moments in Jewish-Christian Relations

This historic partnership affirmed to our nation’s political leaders the breadth and depth of American support for Israel, but it also demonstrated something new: a blossoming relationship between Jewish and Christian clergy.

ICEJ Helping Young Ethiopian Jewish Immigrants Aim High in Israel

The war ignited by Hamas on October 7 has been shocking and traumatic for everyone in Israel …

Haifa Home Prepares for War, Renovates Dining Room

Among the activities at the Haifa Home—including renovations, and birthday celebrations, we have worked in case war engulfs northern Israel …

ICEJ USA Donates New Ambulance to Israel

The ICEJ responded to Israel’s current crisis by donating four new ambulances to help replace dozens that were destroyed on October 7 …

ICEJ Prayer Meetings Offer Prevailing Prayer for Israel

The nation of Israel is not only at war against the Hamas terror militia but also against dark spiritual forces …

The Kingdom of God and the Gaza War

The kingdom of God is central for both Jews and Christians. The great Jewish philosopher Michael …

The Deeper Significance of Sabbath Rest

The act of keeping Sabbath is more than stopping work once a week. That is only the shadow.

Feast of Firstfruits—the First and Best of What’s to Come

It was the day after the weekly Sabbath, what was biblically and in first-century Jerusalem …

ICEJ Hosts Russian Pastors on Solidarity Mission to Israel

Nine bishops and pastors from Evangelical churches across Russia paid a visit to Israel …

Israeli October 7 Survivor Shares Miracle Stories

At a recent ICEJ event, an Israeli survivor of October 7 shared his harrowing story of running from terrorists and then being rescued by an Arab man …

ICEJ-Germany Remembers Holocaust Amid Surge in Antisemitism

ICEJ Germany recently held a large Holocaust remembrance event with the Jewish community ….

Volunteers in Israel Show Solidarity in Hands-On Tour

23 Christians from 12 nations came to show practical solidarity with Israel over the last two weeks as part of a special ICEJ’s hands-on volunteer service tour ….

ICEJ Releases Song of Prayer to Free Israeli Hostages

The ICEJ has released a new song entitled Afikim Ba Negev (Streams in the Negev) which offers an inspiring prayer for the hostages ….

ICEJ Christmas Concert in Jerusalem

Many churches in the Land of Israel decided not to hold Christmas celebrations in public in December …

Prime Minister Netanyahu Hosts ICEJ President

In December, Israeli PM Netanyahu invited ICEJ President Dr. Juergen Buehler for a meeting at the Defense Ministry …

When Words Aren’t Enough – Envision Conference and Solidarity Tour

The ICEJ USA Branch sent 13 pastors and leaders to Israel to attend the Envision Conference and Solidarity Tour …

The Double Standards of the Gaza War

The world’s response to Israel’s war with Hamas that began on October 7 is nothing short of a travesty …

Aviv Barley and the Start of the Biblical Year

Passover celebrates God’s deliverance of the Jewish people from slavery in Egypt …

What Is Passover—and What Can It Teach Us about Jesus?

Passover celebrates God’s deliverance of the Jewish people from slavery in Egypt …

Giving Evacuated Children the Courage and Confidence to Heal

ICEJ recently assisted 14 Israeli families and in so doing gave evacuated children the courage and confidence to heal.

A “Game-Changing” Speech at NRB Israel Breakfast

Watch this inspiring keynote address delivered by ICEJ President Dr. Juergen Buehler at the annual Israel Breakfast …

ICEJ Poised to Assist Wave of Jewish Immigration to Israel

The ICEJ has been asked to help with flights—most urgently for Jewish people preparing to make Aliyah from …

The Year of the Watchmen

The Bible gives us four areas where watchmen are needed in the kingdom of God to stand guard over …

Helping a Hero’s Family Recover in Sderot – Rebuilding Hearts and Homes

Around dawn last October 7, alarms blared across Sderot as the city was invaded by Hamas terrorists …

Weak and Contemptible Men in High Places – Cain & Abel and the Battle against Antisemitism

In the wake of the brutal Hamas massacre of 1,200 Israelis on October 7, it is startling and …

Israel Begins to Welcome Surge in Aliyah from Gaza War

The expected surge in Jewish immigration to Israel due to global fallout from the Gaza war is starting …

ICEJ Sponsors Schooling for Children from Sderot Congregation

The ICEJ has been assisting evacuated children from Sderot by sponsoring them to attend classes at…

Christians in USA, Norway Take Historic Stands for Israel

Last week, the USA and Norway branches of the ICEJ spearheaded the convening of historic solidarity events for Israel …

Keeping Holocaust Survivors’ Stories Alive

War is still going on in Israel, but it has been reasonably quiet at the Haifa Home for Holocaust Survivors ….

Christians Share Israeli Disgust over Hague Court Ruling

The Israeli people need to know that there are tens of millions of Christians worldwide who share their utter dismay that …

5 Lies about Israel and Its Birth as a Nation in 1948

Since becoming a state in 1948, Israel’s enemies have continually attempted to defeat and discredit the Jewish State …

The Spring Feasts & Why They Point to What’s Ahead

The school I attended from second to eighth grade included Bible as part of the curriculum …

ICEJ Brings 70 Pastors (18 Nations) to Gaza Border Communities

The ICEJ led a solidarity mission of 70 pastors and ministry leaders from 18 nations on a tour of the Israeli communities along the Gaza border …

Helping Holocaust Survivors through War

War is still going on in Israel, but it has been reasonably quiet at the Haifa Home for Holocaust Survivors ….

A Land Not Forsaken

Today, God is asking the Jewish people to forsake all other lands and come wed themselves to the Land of Israel …

ICEJ Denounces Hague Court’s Ruling Regarding Israel

The International Christian Embassy Jerusalem expresses its utter dismay at the ruling of the International Court of Justice in The Hague …

Medical Professionals’ Resilience Training

The ICEJ is helping to meet Israel’s overwhelming trauma care needs by sponsoring …

Providing a Refuge for Youth in Challenging Times

Since October 7, displaced Israeli youth find themselves struggling with uncertainty. In response the ICEJ …

Envision Solidarity Mission Begins in Less Than Nine Days

A video message from ICEJ President Dr. Juergen Buehler encouraging you to join us at the Envision Solidarity Mission …

Four New Ambulances for Israel

One of the ways the ICEJ is showing solidarity with the people of Israel during this time of war is through generous donations of fully-equipped ambulances to serve the needs of this nation.

ICEJ Pays Solidarity Visit to Kibbutz Nir Oz

Last week, ICEJ staff joined a solidarity tour of Kibbutz Nir Oz …

ICEJ Year in Review 2023

We are amazed at what we accomplished together in 2023 …

Justice Inverted in Genocide Petition against Israel

The current hearings at the ICJ in The Hague are a clear example of what scholars on modern-day antisemitism …

Churches, Synagogues Pray for Israel, Release of Hostages

Throughout the weekend of November 17–19, 2023, thousands of churches prayed …

ICEJ USA Feast Tour

We started our journey arriving at Ben Gurion airport and made our way to the Dead Sea hotel …

Where the Church Went Wrong About Israel—and How it Came Right

My subject is not only where the church went wrong about Israel and why but …

The Big Lie: Who Is Really Committing Genocide?

The “big lie” is an expression Adolf Hitler coined to describe his technique of telling a lie …

ICEJ Opens New Year with Aliyah Camp for Jewish Youth

The war thrust upon Israel over recent months has left many Israelis traumatized …

ICEJ supports the uniquely sacred work of ZAKA

After October 7th, with more than twelve hundred bodies to bury, a cry for assistance reached us regarding the urgent need for equipment for ZAKA volunteers …

ICEJ Provides Trauma Training for Israeli Medical Professionals

If there is one overwhelming need in Israel today, it is the need for trauma care …

God’s Calendar—and How It Impacts Our Understanding of the Prophetic Timeline

The most important reason to understand God’s calendar is its connection to His feasts …

2023 Feast of Tabernacles Highlights – King of All the Earth

The ICEJ’s 2023 Feast of Tabernacles celebration started on the shores of the Sea of Galilee …

Arise & Rebuild

In this video, ICEJ President Dr. Juergen Buehler encourages us to “rise and build” in 2024 …

ICEJ Helps Save Christmas in Nazareth

The morning mist cleared as we drove up into the hilltop city of Nazareth. Our ICEJ team was surprised as …

Christmas Greetings from Dr. Juergen Buehler

May you be blessed this Christmas season as you recall the eternal hope that is ours in Jesus …

ICEJ Aid to Israeli Youth Home Brings Hanukkah Joy

The ICEJ has sent our Jerusalem staff in many directions over the course of the current war to distribute …

Helping Displaced Israeli Children Return to School

The ICEJ’s donation includes equipment for the classrooms as well as roomy tents to serve …

ICEJ “Sheltering” Residents in Northern Israel

As we set out from Jerusalem one morning this week to visit communities on Israel’s embattled northern border …

ICEJ Organizes Rallys in Nashville and Washington, DC to Support Israel

On October 27, 2023, Jews and Christians gathered in unity to support Israel in Nashville, TN, to respond to one of the darkest days of history…

Tribute to Mayor Ofir Libstein

Mayor Libstein was a respected leader and a man of peace. Despite years of unrelenting rocket attacks, he still hoped Israelis could live in peace with the Arabs of Gaza…

THE SPIRIT OF AMALEK and the War on Israel

After the mass terrorist attack on October 7, Israel finds itself in one of the most challenging situations since its founding in 1948…

The Feast of Dedication (Hanukkah)

Many people believe Christmas is the holiday for Christians and Hanukkah is the holiday for Jews …

Do the Israel Defense Forces Violate International Law?

Do the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) violate international war law? Read how Israel incorporates International Humanitarian Law (IHL) into their basic doctrine.

Sixty Days In, Israel’s War Far From Over

Two months ago, Israel was suddenly thrust into a terrible war when thousands of Hamas terrorists …

You Helped Save 3,000 Lives

Thanks to your support, the ICEJ was able to donate life-saving communication devices on October 7th. Security officer Amnon Ziv tells his story…

ICEJ Helping Feed Thousands of Uprooted Israeli Families

Israel’s current war with Hamas started suddenly on October 7, one day after our Feast of Tabernacles ended …

Heartfelt Thanks from Dr. Juergen Buehler

I want to take a moment to say thank you for the generous response of so many Christians worldwide…

Seven Tenacious Antisemitic Tropes in Full Force Today

An antisemitic trope is a myth or sensational report, misrepresentation, or lie defamatory toward Judaism or the Jewish people as an ethnic or religious group. Part 2 in a 2-Part Series.

The Beginning of Your Months: The Biblical Significance of the New Moon 

The One who created the moon, sun, and stars did so for a special purpose beyond providing us something beautiful to look at.

ICEJ Shows Solidarity with Israel by Helping Harvest Fruit

When the ICEJ learned that Israeli fields were left unattended after the October 7 massacre, we stepped in to help harvest crops and show solidarity with Israeli farmers.

Separating Light from Darkness

There is much confusion about Israel and her Biblical destiny. This video series encourages us …

Comfort in Dark Times of War

Immediately after the October 7th massacres ICEJ Homecare began to contact the people we care for …

ICEJ Urgent Appeal to the Church on Behalf of Israel

With the current crisis in Israel, the church has arrived at a crossroads …

Holocaust Survivors at Haifa Home know They are Not Alone

News of the October 7th terror attack sent shock waves through the ICEJ’s Haifa Home for Holocaust Survivors …

Christian Pro-Israel Rally in Cape Town Disrupted by Violent Counter-Protest

ICEJ-South Africa helped organize a pro-Israel rally but police called it off due to the violent threats …

ICEJ-Donated Radios Saved Thousands of Israeli Lives on October 7

On Oct 7, four Israeli communities fended off Hamas attackers and avoided carnage. Communication equipment donated by ICEJ helped save their lives …

The 2023 War with Hamas: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Israel is locked in an intense war with Hamas and other Iranian-backed terror militias. Get answers to FAQs!

The 2023 War with Hamas: How You Can Pray

Israel is locked in an intense war with Hamas and other Iranian-backed terror militias. Learn how you can pray…

ICEJ Caring for Evacuated Israeli Families

The ICEJ is truly on the frontlines of Israel’s fierce battle with Hamas terrorism bringing support and comfort to many hurting people…

Israel’s Case for Dismantling Hamas Rule in Gaza

Who is Hamas? Why Did Hamas Attack? Who is Responsible for Civilian Deaths in Gaza?…

Christian Embassy Blankets Israel With Prayer, Relief Aid

On the second day of the war, the evacuations began to secure locations in the north …

Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah 

On Simchat Torah, the entire Jewish community assembles and expresses deep joy in having received it…

Putting Color Back Into Tanya’s Life

Like others under the watchful eye of ICEJ Homecare, Tanya has not walked alone…

Opening New Horizons for Young Israelis

Horizons was launched in 2022. It quickly mushroomed and includes 554 Israeli Arab women and men…

ICEJ Brings Ukrainian Youth on Latest Aliyah Flight

The ICEJ welcomed to Israel a group of 25 Jewish high school students from war-torn Ukraine…

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…

Israel, Hamas, and the Spirit of Amalek

The Spirit of Amalek is a spirit of undying envy and hostility towards Israel, born of a descendant of Esau …

Helping Ethiopian Immigrants Evacuated under Fire

On the second day of the war, the evacuations began to secure locations in the north …

American Christian Leaders Speak Out to Counter Surge of Violent Antisemitism

American Christian Leaders for Israel (ACLI) has recently completed a letter campaign to U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, U.S. President Joe Biden, and …

ACLI – Press Conference 10.26.23

The news conference also featured Benjamin and Alyza Lewin, president of the Louis D. Brandeis Center for …

Haifa Home and the War in Israel

The ICEJ’s Home for Holocaust Survivors in Haifa remains an interesting place to live and work …

Aliyah Continues Even during Gaza War

Aliyah to Israel is continuing despite the intense war with Hamas in Gaza, and the pace could even …

The Spirit of Amalek – A Three-Part Series

The Bible reveals that Israel’s current war with Hamas is rooted in an ancient rivalry …

What Are Antisemitic Tropes—and Are They Happening Today?

An antisemitic trope is a myth or sensational report, misrepresentation, or lie defamatory toward Judaism or the Jewish people as an ethnic or religious group. Part 1 in a 2-Part Series.

ICEJ Worldwide Branches Rally for Israel

The ICEJ’s global network in some 170 countries is standing up to defend Israel …

Israel’s War with Hamas

Israel is at war, and we know many people have questions …

ICEJ on the Frontlines of Israel’s Battle

The ICEJ is on the frontlines of Israel’s battle to defend us all from jihadist terrorism …

Israel Allies Foundation Recognizes Dr. Susan Michael Among Top Christian Allies Globally

She Leads America, a network of Christian women leaders engaged in all sectors of society …

Global Esther Fast for Israel

Beginning this Sunday (15 October), the ICEJ is calling for successive three-day ‘Esther Strikes’ of Fasting and Prayer to undergird Israel’s Battle against the genocidal spirit of Hamas terrorism.

Toys for Evacuated Israeli Children

Within the last 24 hours we’ve been able to package and deliver toys to displaced children and food …

Feast of Tabernacles – The Most Joyful Feast on God’s Calendar

On the fifteenth day of the seventh month, when you have gathered in the fruit of the land, you shall …

ICEJ Summer Family Tour 2023

With the warmth of summer filling the air, the ICEJ USA Branch embarked on its first-ever Summer Family Tour to Israel …

ICEJ is on the Frontlines of Israel’s Battle

The ICEJ is on the frontlines of Israel by reaching out across the nation, and especially to residents …

ICEJ Reaching Out With Emergency Assistance

The ICEJ is reaching out across the nation, and especially to residents of the Israeli border communities …

She Leads America and U.S. House of Representatives Recognize Dr. Susan Michael as a Christian Woman of Distinction 2023

She Leads America, a network of Christian women leaders engaged in all sectors of society …

ICEJ Condemns Massive Hamas Terror Assault on Israeli Civilians

The ICEJ completely condemns the treacherous mass assault by Hamas terrorists on Israeli …

Urgent Appeal to Support Youth Aliyah Rescue Operation

The ICEJ has just received an urgent appeal on their behalf from The Jewish Agency For Israel …

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 …

The Earthly Sanctuary a Copy and Shadow

In the book of Exodus, God’s instructs the children of Israel to build Him a sanctuary …

Mount Ebal Amulet Affirms Israelite Worship of “Yahweh”

An Israeli professor recently caused waves among archaeologists by claiming …

Baltic Summer Camps Prepare Jewish Youths for Life in Israel

This summer hundreds of Jewish youths prepared for their move to Israel by attending …

The Profound Prophetic Significance of the Day of Atonement

The Day of Atonement, or Yom Kippur, is the holiest day on the Jewish calendar, both in biblical times and today …

Haifa Home Happenings

The ICEJ’s Home for Holocaust Survivors in Haifa remains an interesting place to live and work …

Attacks on Christians in Israel Test Our Professed Love

The recent reports of Jews attacking Christians in Israel are real …

ICEJ to Assist Rescued Ethiopian Jews

Israeli and Jewish Agency for Israel (JAFI) authorities acted swiftly on Thursday to rescue …

Israel’s North in Need of Shelters

Israel’s sharp divide over judicial reforms has Iran and its regional proxy militias thinking the Jewish state is weak and exposed …

Adventure in the Promised Land with ICEJ’s Israel Impact Tour for Young Adults

ICEJ USA is bringing the next generation of Israel advocates to the promised land …

Caring for a Family Handpicked by God

I recently set off to visit Sveta in the early morning. Sveta lives with her extended family in a small apartment …

Bomb Shelter Upgrades Provide Security to Israeli Community

Residents of Southern Israel are regrettably no strangers to the sound of red alert sirens that signal the approach of a terrifying rocket attack …

ICEJ Provides Life-Changing Equipment for One of Israel’s Top Medical Centers

Israel is widely known today for its advanced medical facilities and research centers …

Mercy Triumphs over Judgment- The Summer Months on the Hebrew Calendar

The main biblical festivals (feasts) divide the year into seasons …

Understanding the Feast of Trumpets (Yom Teruah)

As summer winds down, the Jewish people begin thinking of the fall feasts, beginning with Yom Teruah …

A Call to Prayer for a Divided Israel

Israel is currently in one of its worst crises since the nation’s rebirth in 1948. As Christians we are called to pray about it …

King of Israel and All the Earth

Our Feast theme this year is taken from Psalm 47:7: “For God is the King of all the earth.” …

The Last Flight of Ethiopian Airlift–Phase II Has Arrived

Israel declared an end to Phase II of the “Operation Tzur Israel” airlift on Wednesday, July 12 …

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 …

Haifa Home Residents Delight in New Experiences

Here is the latest from the ICEJ’s unique Home for Holocaust Survivors in Haifa …

Aliyah Village Offers Ethiopian Immigrants Soft Landing in Israel

An ICEJ team visited the Beit Alfa immigrant village in Northern Israel to meet one of the Jewish families we recently sponsored on an Aliyah flight …

Aliyah to Israel Hits 30-Year Peak!

Israel is witnessing the highest surge in Jewish immigration in 30 years, and the Aliyah wave is still building …

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.

At-Risk Children Launch a Business and a New Season of Life

In May an ICEJ delegation was invited to take part in one of the most anticipated life events …

An Invitation from Dr. Juergen Buehler: Join Believers from Around the Globe

In this video, ICEJ President Dr. Juergen Buehler invites you to join us at the 2023 Feast of Tabernacles …

Proof God Is King over All

The evil pursuit of the Jewish people has continued for millennia, which is why historian Robert Wistrich called antisemitism “the longest hatred.”

Iran Widens Its “Shadow War” with Israel

During Passover in April, Hamas and Hezbollah launched rocket and terror attacks against Israel from multiple directions …

Christians Celebrate the 75th Anniversary of Israel’s Statehood in Grande Style

Over 600 Christians and 50 organizations joined in celebrating Israel’s 75th Diamond Anniversary with two gala dinners in May …

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 …

ICEJ Support is Music To The Ears of Israeli Druze School

An ICEJ delegation recently visited the Druze village where they saw how music can lift spirits. …

ICEJ Homecare Shares Special Moments during Pesach

Everyone seems to be on the move in Israel as Passover (Pesach, in Hebrew) approaches …

King of Heaven and Earth

“The Lord reigns, let the earth rejoice!” This declaration opens Psalm 97—one of the enthronement Psalms …

ICEJ Sponsors Aliyah Flights, Seminars, and Medical Rescues from the North

The astonishing influx of Jewish people making Aliyah to Israel is nearing levels …

Tongues of Fire

For the Jewish people, Shavuot (Hebrew for “weeks”) marks the events described in Exodus 19 …

ICEJ USA Leads Passover Seders

The ICEJ held several seders in different locations across the United States. Each was unique but carried a common theme: God’s faithfulness …

Protect Israelis Under Relentless Rocket Attack

Israel has weathered several days of intense rocket barrages launched by Palestinian Islamic Jihad in Gaza

Mentors for Israeli Families in Need

ICEJ is coming alongside single mothers and new immigrants in Israel to advocate for them …

The Significance of Pentecost

Throughout the Bible, God provides types and shadows to help us understand better how He has worked throughout time …

The Great Legacy of the Hebrew Bible

When we consider the Jewish roots of the Christian faith, it all begins with the Scriptures we share: the Hebrew Bible …

From Partition to Statehood: The Unheralded Christians Who Aided Israel’s Rebirth 75 Years Ago

The UN Partition Plan, approved on November 29, 1947, paved the way for Israel’s independence just six months later …

Protect Israelis Under Relentless Rocket Attack

Israel has weathered several days of intense rocket barrages launched by Palestinian Islamic Jihad …

Israel’s National Rebirth and the Dead Sea Scrolls

As David Ben-Gurion prepared to declare the reborn State of Israel 75 years ago this May …

Not Your Typical Nine-Year-Old

In this excerpt from the newly released book Every Generation’s Story, Josiah Neumann shares his experience going to Israel …

Abraham Saw My Day!

The article “Heir to the Whole World” in our last issue showed that Abraham was perhaps the most prominent figure …

How Not to Tour Israel

I just returned from leading two back-to-back tours of Israel, and let me tell you …

C-o-n-n-e-c-t-i-n-g Pastors with what God is Doing in Israel

Taking pastors and ministry leaders to Israel is one of the great privileges of the ICEJ …

Yom HaZikaron – Israeli Memorial Day

Today is Yom Hazikaron, Israel’s Memorial Day for fallen soldiers and terror victims …

Fulfilling Her Destiny Helping Holocaust Survivors

One of the most impactful projects of the International Christian Embassy Jerusalem is our Haifa Home …

Holocaust Remembrance Day 2023

Watch this special report on Yom HaShoah, Israel’s annual Holocaust Remembrance Day …

Immigration Seminar for Ukrainian Jews

One year after the start of the war in Ukraine, the Jewish Agency held a special immigration …

Standing with Israel in Times of Crisis

Israel is often forced to deal with sudden crises when war or natural disaster …

The Resurrection – Passion Week Lessons From Jerusalem – Part 5

On the fifth and final day of Passion Week, we are at the Garden Tomb in Jerusalem …

The Crucifixion – Passion Week Lessons From Jerusalem – Part 4

For day four of Passion Week, we examine Golgotha, or the place of the skull …

Witnesses of Israel’s “Resurrection”

As Israel prepares to mark 75 years since its modern-day rebirth, the impact of that dramatic event is still reverberating to this day …

Growing Roots in the Land of Their Fathers

The ICEJ’s Home for Holocaust Survivors in Haifa has 17 new residents from Ukraine who recently arrived in Israel …

The Trial of Jesus – Passion Week Lessons From Jerusalem – Part 3

In the third day of Passion Week, we uncover the trial of Jesus in Herod’s Palace …

The Call From the Garden – Passion Week Lessons From Jerusalem – Part 2

In this video we explore Jesus’ anguished prayers in the Garden of Gethsemane before His crucifixion …

ICEJ Welcomes 155 New Immigrants from Ethiopia

On Thursday, March 30, the arrivals hall at Ben Gurion Airport ICEJ staff are eagerly awaiting …

A Call to Prayer Over the Battle for Israel’s Future

As Israel is about to celebrate its 75th anniversary in just a few weeks, the Jewish State finds itself in …

ICEJ Delivers Passover Gifts to Israeli Families in Need

Passover is just around the corner here in Israel. There is much uncertainty about …

Weeping over Jerusalem – Passion Week Lessons From Jerusalem – Part 1

Join us at the very locations in Jerusalem where Jesus spent his last week of ministry …

Longtime Israel Supporter Mike Huckabee Receives Israel Allies Award

The Israel Allies Award was bestowed upon Huckabee by the Israel Allies Foundation at a gala Miami event …

Netanyahu Seeks Legacy-Sealing Deal with Saudis

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu certainly hopes to build on the momentum of the Abraham Accords, especially by sealing a historic breakthrough with Saudi Arabia …

In Search of Our Hebraic Roots

After centuries of exile, persecution, and punishment, God would turn a new page and restore Israel according to His promises …

New Israeli Government Faces “Constitutional Crisis”

Rather than another close nail-biter as expected, Israel’s recent elections ended with …

The Incredible Story of Ethiopian Jews and Their Journey to Israel

Our next sponsored flight of Ethiopian Jews is scheduled for March 30, and we will there to welcome them …

The Heir of the Whole World

As modern Israel prepares to turn 75, I am drawn back to where the story of the Jewish people began …

Highlights of Feast 2022

ICEJ concluded its first in-person Feast of Tabernacles celebration in three years under the theme “The Land of Promise” …

2022 Feast Review

For the first time in over four decades of the Feast, the ICEJ took our Sukkot celebration to the Sea of Galilee …

Have the Judicial Reform Protests in Israel Crossed the Line?

The heated dispute in Israel over judicial reforms reached fever pitch last week …

The Constant Call of Aliyah

The current major wave of Aliyah hitting Israel continues to roll into 2023 …

A Tangible Life-Changing Tour to Israel

Americans from across the USA boarded a plane to Israel on October 6, 2022, to fly across the ocean together …

Esther and the Spirit of Amalek

The festival of Purim, one of the most joyful holidays in Israel, is based on the story of Esther which …

The Great Legacy of the Hebrew Bible

When we consider the Jewish roots of the Christian faith, it all begins with the Scriptures …

Plant Trees and Save Lives

ICEJ is partnering with KKL/JNF to replant scorched areas in a large section of the Be’eri Forest near the Gaza border …

Women’s Israel Experience – Forever Etched in Our Hearts

If you have been to Israel, you know that once you place your feet on that holy ground, you have a longing to return …

ICEJ Helps Israeli At-Risk Youths Develop New Skills

ICEJ is thrilled to see disadvantaged children flourish in a loving environment that encourages their growth and development …

Update on Israeli Relief Mission to Turkey

There are several new developments to report with the Israeli rescue and relief missions in Turkey …

Envision 2023 Recap

For the first time in three years, Christian pastors and leaders were able to gather in person in Israel …

Antisemitism, the Church, and Anti-Israel Sentiment

Antisemitism—opposition and hostility toward Jews—has existed in the church for almost 2,000 years …

Israel Responds to Turkey’s Urgent Need for Help

Tremors from the Turkey’s earthquakes spurred Israelis to be among the first to respond and arrive on the scene to help.

Warning Christians about Antisemitism

In this article by ICEJ USA Director, Dr. Susan Michael, she explains how antisemitism is an evil ideology we must learn how to battle against …

ICEJ Gives Israeli Single Mothers New Confidence in Workplace

Many Israeli mothers from all backgrounds have participated in a vocational training program to lower the poverty rates for single mothers …

ICEJ Supports Aliyah Winter Camps for Ukrainian Jewish Youths

January 2023 started with the ICEJ supporting a wonderful, innovative Aliyah Winter Camp …

ICEJ helps 120 Ethiopian Jews Come Home to Israel

This week has been life changing for the Ethiopian Jewish immigrants, who after a long wait finally …

The Haifa Home Buzzes with Joyful Activity

Joy and happiness flooded the hearts of residents at the ICEJ’s Haifa Home for Holocaust Survivors …

ICEJ Restoring Hope to Women in Need

The ICEJ is helping to provide a haven in the south of Israel that provides a safe place for abused, traumatized …

ICEJ Assisted Rescue Flight from Ukraine

During this special season where the miracle of Hanukkah is celebrated, many Jewish new immigrants …

Envision 2023: Pastors and Leaders Conference

Watch this video and consider joining us in person on or online at our Envision Conference …

ICEJ Wishes You a Very Happy New Year!

In this video Dr. Jürgen Bühler wishes you a very Happy New Year …

A Year of Hope, Purpose, and Promise

A look back at what the ICEJ accomplished together with you in 2022 …

The Year in Review – 2022

A look back at what the ICEJ accomplished together with you in 2022 …

Merry Christmas from Jerusalem

In this short video, ICEJ President Dr. Jürgen Bühler brings you Christmas greetings this year from …

ICEJ Surprises New Immigrants with a Hanukkah Blessing

During this special season where the miracle of Hanukkah is celebrated, many Jewish new immigrants …

A Season of Reconciliation

As the Christmas season approaches every year, I often get inquiries from journalists about how celebrating …

Frail and Elderly and Holocaust Survivors Come to Israel to Avoid Danger

Over the summer, two hundred frail elderly and Holocaust survivors enroute to Israel were sheltered …

Blessing on Wheels

Homecare nurse Corrie van Maanen picked up a new immigrant from Ukraine from Ben Gurion airport …

Bringing Christmas Cheer to Christian Arab Families

The International Christian Embassy Jerusalem concluded its week-long Feast of Tabernacles …

From Partition to Statehood

This coming year, Israel will celebrate the 75th Anniversary of its rebirth as a nation on May 14, 1948 …

Aliyah Surge Report

The Israeli Ministry of Aliyah and Integration reports that 60,000 new immigrants have arrived in Israel this year …

60,000 Jewish Immigrants to Israel in 2022

The Israeli Ministry of Aliyah and Integration reports that 60,000 new immigrants have arrived in Israel this year …

The Planting of the Lord

Aliyah means “to go up” in a spiritual as well as a physical sense. Hidden within this Hebrew term is …

The Gentile Role in the Restoration of Israel

Israel today is a remarkable country. Though small and threatened on all sides, it is nonetheless …

The Land of Promise

Each year after the Feast of Tabernacles, whether on-site or online, people tell us they have felt the tangible presence of God …

In Memoriam Mordechai Lieber (1932 – 2022)

Three residents from Ukraine have moved into our Home—Anatoly and Maya from Charkov, and Natali …

Bibi’s Back

According to all the pollsters, this week’s elections in Israel …

ICEJ Assisting with Aliyah Surge from Russia and Ethiopia

Russian Aliyah is still booming, despite reports that the doors are closing …

Highlights of Feast 2022 – The Land of Promise

We concluded our first in-person Feast of Tabernacles celebration in three years …

Inside Lana’s Arduous Journey to Israel

Everything that has happened brought me here,” began Lana—a recent immigrant from Ukraine …

ICEJ Feast 2022 Day 8 Highlights

The International Christian Embassy Jerusalem concluded its week-long Feast of Tabernacles …

ICEJ Feast 2022 Day 7 Highlights

Watch this video to enjoy the highlights from Day 7 the ICEJ’s 2022 Feast of Tabernacles celebration …

ICEJ Feast 2022 Day 5 Highlights

Watch this video to enjoy the highlights from Day 5 the ICEJ’s 2022 Feast of Tabernacles celebration …

ICEJ Feast 2022 Day 4 Highlights

Watch this video to enjoy the highlights from Day 4 the ICEJ’s 2022 Feast of Tabernacles celebration …

ICEJ Feast 2022 Day 3 Highlights

Watch this video to enjoy the highlights from Day 3 the ICEJ’s 2022 Feast of Tabernacles celebration. …

ICEJ Feast 2022 Day 2 Highlights

Watch this video to enjoy the highlights from Day 2 the ICEJ’s 2022 Feast of Tabernacles celebration …

ICEJ Supports Hearing-Impaired Students

Students in a mixed Jewish and Arab school for the hearing impaired in Jerusalem recently …

1,700 Christians Attend ICEJ Feast Opening Night

The ICEJ opened its annual Feast of Tabernacles celebration on Sunday evening along the shores of the Sea of Galilee in northern Israel …

ICEJ Feast 2022 Day 1 Highlights

Watch this video to enjoy the highlights from Day 1 of our 2022 Feast of Tabernacles celebration …

The Uncontainable God

Each year after the Feast of Tabernacles, whether on-site or online, people tell us they have felt the tangible presence of God …

ICEJ Provides Urgent Dental Care for Ukrainian Jewish Immigrants

Thousands of Jews have recently escaped the war in Ukraine and immigrated to Israel …

Preparing the Tabernacle of God

The Feast of Tabernacles is the third of the three great Feasts of the Lord: Passover, Pentecost, and Tabernacles …

The Significance of Yom Kippur

Yom Kippur is the most sacred day on the Jewish calendar, and we can read about it in a number …

Land of Promise – Ep. 6: Gaza Border

In this episode, Barry Denison, ICEJ Vice President, Operations, speaks from the farming community …

The Significance of Rosh HaShana

Let us look at the meaning of the Jewish holiday known as Rosh HaShana …

Homecare Brings Hope to Troubled Families in Southern Israel

Birds are singing, and the sun has just greeted a new day as Corrie van Maanen and a colleague from ICEJ Homecare begin their rounds …

Aliyah Support Vital as Numbers Climb

Since the start of 2022, the total number of Jewish immigrants moving to Israel has already surpassed the annual figures …

A Fruitful Land, An Abiding Promise

As we consider this year’s Feast theme of “The Land of Promise,” we tend to focus on the “land” part …

Israeli Elections May Not Resolve Political Impasse

Israel finds itself in yet another election season—the fifth in the past three-and-a-half years …

ICEJ USA Restores Underground Shelter for Yemenite Community Near Gaza

Moshav Mash’en is a small Israeli farming community close to the Gaza border founded by Yemenite Jews …

ICEJ Helps Ethiopian Immigrant Students Finish High School

Launched in December 2021, the new program has given students a high school standard of education …

Prophetic Signs in Our Time

Several prophetic passages of Scripture paint a vivid picture of events in our days as well as those in days to come. But they use imagery and descriptive names of God that can be hard for contemporary readers to understand …

ICEJ Bomb Shelters Protect Israelis in Latest Rocket War

Dozens of bomb shelters donated by the ICEJ to Israeli communities along the Gaza border proved their worth …

Marking the 125th Anniversary of the First Zionist Congress

This past weekend several hundred Christians along with Jewish officials and guests gathered in Basel …

Land of Promise – Ep. 5: Kibbutz Yotvata

In this episode, Benjie Gruber explains some of the innovative techniques …

Land of Promise – Ep. 4: The Tabernacle

In this interesting episode Marco, a tour guide at the Israeli Tabernacle, invites you to …

Land of Promise – Ep. 3: The Western Wall

In this episode David Parsons speaks to us from the Western Wall which is the holiest site in Judaism. …

What We Learn from the Descriptive Names of God

More than 100 “descriptive” names of God are woven throughout the stories in the Bible. Most of them were assigned to God by His people …

Land of Promise – Ep. 2: Mount of Olives

In this episode of our Land of Promise series David Parsons takes you to the Mount of Olives …

Feast 101: The Olive Tree

Do you know why Jesus referred to Himself as, “the Light of the world?”

God As He Wants You to Know Him

Throughout every generation people have wondered who God is and what He is like. Thankfully, the Bible is not silent on this topic …

Special Thanks from Israel

Rabbi Shmuel Bowman, Operation Lifeshield, took time to personally call …

Feast 101: The Temple Sacrifice

Do you know about the significance and symbolism of the temple sacrifice during the Feast of Tabernacles?

A Stunning View of Israel: The Land of Promise

In this video, you can enjoy the majestic beauty of Israel! This fall you can join us on a tour …

Haifa Home: Never a Dull Moment

Three residents from Ukraine have moved into our Home—Anatoly and Maya from Charkov, and Natali …

Providing a “First Home in the Homeland” for New Jewish Immigrants

Today Jewish people from many diverse backgrounds are returning to Israel from around the world …

ICEJ Sponsors Medical Training Course

Since 1980 the ICEJ has faithfully helped the Jewish people return to Israel …

Israel: The Unicorn Nation

Let’s talk about the technological and business success of Israel and why Israel is today called the “unicorn nation.” …

Closing Social Gaps Through Technology

ICEJ AID team was excited to learn of an opportunity to provide computers to disadvantaged families …

Helping Israeli Arabs Enter Booming Hi-Tech Sector

Israel’s hi-tech sector is flourishing, with far more start-up businesses per capita than anywhere …

Why Paul Wrote Romans

The apostle Paul devotes three chapters to the relationship between Israel and gentile Christians …

ICEJ Pro-Life Efforts Bring Hope

When faced with an unexpected pregnancy each Israeli woman had an exceedingly difficult choice …

Land of Promise – Ep. 1: Mahane Yehuda

In this episode, David Parsons takes you on a tour of the Mahane Yehuda market …

Revelation Song

The spirit of worship will lift you as you as you listen to our international worship team sing the “Revelation Song” …

All Generations of the Earth

In this very motivating, and timeless message, Angus Buchan preaches the Gospel message …

Weakened Biden Looking for Easy ‘Wins’ on Mideast Visit

As US President Joe Biden prepared for his first official visit to Israel and the Middle East …

Feast 101: Streams of Living Water

Did you know that the Pool of Siloam holds an important significance to the Feast of Tabernacles?

Help Bring Home A Flight of Ethiopian Jews

Some twenty years ago, thousands of Ethiopian Jews began leaving behind their fields and villages and …

An Invitation to an Event ‘You Won’t Want to Miss!’

Hear from Daryl Hedding, Deputy Director, ICEJ-USA inviting you to the Feast of Tabernacles …

ICEJ Sponsors Camps for Jewish Youths

ICEJ is supporting Jewish youth, not only in Israel but also in other lands—especially to encourage them …

ICEJ Closing the ‘Education Gap’ for Recently Arrived Ethiopians Jews

The modern-day return of Ethiopian Jewry to Israel has been a story of daring rescues. ICEJ is involved in …

How the War in Ukraine is Impacting our Haifa Home

The TV is full of images of Ukrainians fleeing their homes with only a small suitcase of belongings…

Small Deeds of Love

Since the start of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, ICEJ’s Homecare head nurse …

Feast 101: The Moedim

What are “the moedim”, the “appointed times”, and why are they important to God and both Jews and Christians?

Feast 101: Psalms of Ascent

Did you know that the Feast of Tabernacles has its own song book and that you can find it right in the book of Psalms?

The Messianic Church: A Sign of Our Times

“You Christians were Zionists before we Jews were. It is important to recognize that.” Former Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu…

Feast 101: The Light of the World

Do you know why Jesus referred to Himself as, “the Light of the world?”

Jews and Christians Learning to Relate Part 3: Advice from Pioneers

Many Evangelical Christians have an appreciation for the Jewish people and would love to develop a relationship between the two faiths…

Reuniting Ethiopian Jewish Families in Israel

Last week, ICEJ staff was on hand at Ben-Gurion Airport to welcome a specially chartered flight …

Feast 101: The Succah

What is a succah? What is the spiritual significance of this structure first built by the ancient Israelites …

Ethiopian Aliyah: Reunited After 20 Years

The ICEJ was privileged to welcome a flight full of Ethiopian Jews home to Israel …

Overtaken with the Blessings of God

Our God loves to bless His children. In fact, this is one of the things that set the Israelites apart from all other people …

Yad Vashem’s New Leaders Reaffirm Partnership with ICEJ

On the slopes of Mount Herzl, a massive concrete wedge divides the mountain …

Jews and Christians Learning to Relate Part 2: Since the Holocaust

The death of six million Jews in the heart of Christian Europe had served as a wake-up call in many respects….

ICEJ Sponsors Third Flight in Resumed Airlift of Ethiopian Jews

Today, (06/21/22), a specially chartered flight arranged by The Jewish Agency For Israel …

Feast 101: An Invitation to the Nations

Did you know that the Festival of Succot (Feast of Tabernacles) is the only Feast in the Bible …

Jews and Christians Learning to Relate Part 1: The Return of Christianity to Its Jewish Roots

For the first time in almost 2,000 years, Jews and Christians are learning how to be friends and relate to one another with respect and appreciation…

ICEJ Sponsoring Renewed Airlift of Ethiopian Jews

Last week, Israel resumed its airlift of Ethiopian Jews, known as “Operation Tzur Yisrael” (Rock of Israel), with two flights arriving …

Malcolm Hedding Invites You to Join the Feast of Tabernacles

Hear from Rev. Malcolm Hedding as he joyfully expresses: “The doors of Israel are open!” …

ICEJ’S Haifa Home Welcomes Sheila from Ukraine

As a Holocaust Survivor, Shelia (85) had always desired to immigrate to Israel …

ICEJ Staff Helping Ukrainian Jews Adjust to Israel

ICEJ’s involvement in the urgent Aliyah from Ukraine includes members of our Jerusalem staff helping immigrants adjust …

ICEJ Helping to Anchor Small Businesses in Israel

Walking through the narrow streets of a shouk (market) in the city of Beersheva, in southern Israel …

A Feast of Unprecedented Unity

Three times a year, the Lord commanded His people to ascend to Jerusalem for the three main pilgrimage festivals …

Jerusalem Day Turns out Differently for Lod this Year

On Sunday (May 29th), Israel marked Jerusalem Day (Yom Yerushalyim). This is normally a time for jovial celebration …

Why Christians Support Israel Part 5: Biblical Reasons

The biblical basis for Christian support of Israel is extensive. The Torah, Psalms, prophetic books, and New Testament agree that God’s promises to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob are “everlasting.”

A Community Gives Back

The ICEJ is partnering with projects that bring communities and people groups together …

Why Christians Support Israel Part 4: Legal Reasons

In spite of what you may hear, Israel’s founding is legally sound and had the support of the UN and the major international authorities of the day.

ICEJ’s Home for Holocaust Survivors Welcomes Arnold and Alla – Ukrainian Survivors

Holding onto hope, 83-year-old Jewish Ukrainian Holocaust survivors recently arrived in Israel …

Why Christians Support Israel Part 3: Moral Reasons

Christian anti-Judaism developed into antisemitism, which paved the way for the Holocaust. Today, however, we have the opportunity to make amends and build a new relationship based on mutual respect.

Why Christians Support Israel Part 2: Practical Reasons

There are many very practical reasons for any American to support Israel—the only stable democracy in a volatile region.

The Worldwide Impact of Israel’s Rebirth

The rebirth of Israel seventy-four years ago had a tremendous impact throughout the world …

ICEJ Gives Hope and Welcome Gifts to Ukrainian Immigrant Families

ICEJ AID team visited Netanya, where more than 1000 Jewish immigrants were placed …

Newsmax Feature on ICEJ’s Efforts in Ukraine

The rising US news channel Newsmax just aired an excellent segment by their Israeli reporter Daniel Cohen …

Ukraine and the ‘War of Gog and Magog’

It should have been easy to predict that Russia was going to invade Ukraine …

Transforming Homes and Lives

The Christian Embassy is reaching out to many Israelis in desperate …

A Listening Ear Helps Israelis Find Work and Direction

ICEJ AID is helping Israelis find work by supporting an employment call center, which …

Why Christians Support Israel Part 1: Personal Reasons

Since the founding of Israel, millions of Christians have visited Israel and its holy sites, experiencing their Bible come alive and their faith renewed.

Celebrating Deliverance – ICEJ USA Brings Passover Seders to the Christian Community

Many Christians have never participated in a Passover Seder …

Passover Gift Baskets Bring Tears of Joy

As the ICEJ AID team has made their way across Israel over recent weeks delivering Passover…

Homecare Brings a Memorable Touch to Passover!

Rising early in the morning, ICEJ Homecare nurse Corrie van Maanen carefully planned …

ICEJ-Sponsored Rescue Team Evacuating Holocaust Survivors from Ukraine

This video, directly from Ukraine, shows members of the ICEJ-sponsored rescue team …

Enduring Love in Testing Times – ICEJ Homecare Assist Heroic Family

When the German army invaded the Soviet Union in 1941, young Anna’s father was convinced that Moscow …

Why Churches Need to get Involved with Israel

I am writing from the perspective of a denominational leader, an overseer…

Help Ukrainian Jews Reach Safety in Israel

For more than six weeks now, the International Christian Embassy Jerusalem has been assisting …

The Story That Began in Genesis Is Not Over

For some Christians there is a disconnect between the Old and New Testaments. However, the story that began in Genesis is still going on today, and we are called to be part of it.

Nothing Is Impossible with God

The Israelites began celebrating the miracle of the Exodus as soon as they left Egypt, and it became an annual weeklong feast now celebrated for 3,500 years.

Is Israel a Racist Apartheid State?

Amnesty International recently issued a report accusing Israel of being an apartheid state. The allegation is a critical issue. We must understand if this is true or not.

Why Does Antisemitism Still Exist?

The evil pursuit of the Jewish people has continued for millennia, which is why historian Robert Wistrich called antisemitism “the longest hatred.”

NRB Renews Commitment to Fight Antisemitism

If the turnout for the annual Israel breakfast at the NRB (National Religious Broadcasters) …

Notes on the Negev Summit

Israeli officials have taken part in some remarkable meetings with regional Arab leaders …

ICEJ Welcomes Ukrainian Jews with Gift Packages

Last week, our ICEJ team visited the Nes Harim Field and Forest Education Center …

ICEJ Rescues More Holocaust Survivors

As the current wave of Ukrainian Jewish war refugees making Aliyah to Israel …

Was Israel Founded on Stolen Arab Land?

If “Israel was founded on stolen Arab land” Israel’s founding is illegal. But do the facts support this accusation? Let’s consider a few facts to get to the truth…

Welcoming Ukrainian Jews to Israel

Because of your generous support the ICEJ was able bring Ukrainian Jews safely home …

The Bible’s Prescription for Anxiety

Life is full of concerns and troubles. Jesus understood this and told His followers not to be anxious about their daily cares or the future.

ICEJ Immersed in Urgent Wave of Ukrainian Aliyah

The International Christian Embassy Jerusalem is engaged in numerous efforts to help rescue Ukrainian Jews …

Why is Israel So Controversial?

There are two competing views of Israel: One that Israel is a miracle—the other, that it is a calamity. How can there be two polar opposite opinions, and what makes Israel so controversial?

Passover Preparations are Underway

With only a few weeks to go until the biblical holiday of Passover …

Abraham Accords vs. Apartheid

David Parsons, ICEJ Vice President & Senior Spokesman Interviews Yoseph Haddad, Israeli-Arab Christian Advocate …

The Miracles of Israel

The story of the founding of Israel is really quite a fascinating one… It could be described as a perfect storm of global movements only God could have planned and orchestrated.

Haifa Home Update – March 2022

During the omicron spike, our Haifa Home residents recently had to start eating their meals in their rooms …

JAFI Thanks Christian Embassy for Help with Ukrainian Jews

In this video, Danielle Mor, Director of Christian Friends of the Jewish Agency (JAFI) , expresses thanks …

ICEJ Helps Rescue Holocaust Survivors from Ukraine

The ICEJ is putting special emphasis on extracting Holocaust Survivors from all across Ukraine …

Celebrating Esther

Most of us are familiar with the book of Esther. But few of us understand the true significance of this story.

ICEJ Support is Reaching Ukrainian Jews

Highlights in this update: Israel on forefront of nations not bordering Ukraine to assist in refugee crisis …

Connecting the Bible to Israel Today

Many of us are familiar with the Judaism of the Bible, but few of us understand how it has developed over time and how it differs today.

ICEJ Welcomes First Flights of Rescued Ukrainian Jews

Israel is scrambling to rescue thousands of Ukrainian Jews in harm’s way and bring them home …

Lessons from Ukraine for the Iran Deal

Israel’s Foreign Ministry circulated a report in early January warning that 2022 will likely be the year …

Defeating Anxiety and Fear

Many of us have suffered fear, isolation, and loss during the pandemic…Anxiety is a strong emotion—a mixture of worry, doubt, and fear—but at its root is a lack of faith.

ICEJ Assisting with Rescue of Jews from War in Ukraine

Israel is planning to take in an initial wave of 3,000 Ukrainian Jews in coming weeks …

Knesset Christian Allies Caucus Re-launches

On Monday, February 28, 2022 the ICEJ was honored to attend the Knesset Christian Allies Caucus …

ICEJ Preparing to Help 3,000 Ukrainian Jews Escape to Israel

What turbulent times we live in! Just as the global corona health crisis finally seems …

ICEJ Webinar: Urgent Update and Prayer for Ukraine Conflict

On Thursday, February 24, 2022,  as Russia began invading Ukraine, I called upon our global leaders …

The Blessing of a Little Shabbat Shalom

If you long for a little peace in your life, too, a weekly time of rest and quiet might help bring that about.

The Growing Hizbullah Threat to Israel

Last week, the ICEJ’s annual Envision pastors conference ventured to Israel’s northern border …

Expanding Prayer Efforts Bear Much Fruit

What  started out as a ripple has grown into a wave. On the Day of Pentecost over two years ago …

ICEJ Helping to Mend Broken Israeli Families

The ICEJ is committed to helping mend broken Israeli families. This initiative seeks to …

ICEJ Donates Three Dozen New Bomb Shelters

The ICEJ has recently ordered another 30 new portable bomb shelters to be delivered …

The Land of Promise

As you read this, the world has entered its third year of the COVID-19 pandemic. At the onset of …

Amnesty International and the Modern-Day Inquisition Against Israel

Israel’s Foreign Ministry circulated a report in early January warning that 2022 will likely be the year …

Abraham’s Journey Through the ‘Land of Promise’

When God promised the land of Canaan to Abraham, what kind of land did he encounter when he first arrived here?

Welcome to a New Resident

For a long time now, Shalom Stamberg and his wife Zelda were eagerly waiting to come live …

The Beginning and the End (Week 53)

This week we reach the end of the Bible and can, therefore, better understand the beginning!

Christians Urged to Keep Holocaust Remembrance Day

In his first appearance before an exclusively Christian audience as the new Chairman of Yad Vashem …

ICEJ Surprises Ethiopian Families with Popular Teff Flour

Due to the civil war and worsening famine conditions in Ethiopia, it has become difficult …

The Key to Revelation (Week 52)

The key to understanding the sequence of events in the book of Revelation seems to be the Old Testament event of the Exodus or Passover.

Which Women Was Paul Talking About? (Week 51)

Was Paul really saying women were not to teach or exercise authority over a man, or that the women were not to teach a certain false doctrine popular in Ephesus?

Restoring Hope to Vulnerable Single Mothers

The ICEJ is trying to restore hope to vulnerable single mothers who are often pulling the weight …

Opportunities and Challenges Abound in 2022

The last two years certainly had their share of difficulties, but we at the ICEJ are so grateful …

Paul the Roman Citizen (Week 50)

As a Roman citizen, Paul was uniquely qualified for a pioneering work…taking the good news of a Jewish Messiah to the pagan, gentile Roman Empire.

Don’t Be Ignorant of This Mystery (Week 49)

Paul’s epistle to the Romans is considered the most concise presentation of the gospel in the New Testament.

Happy New Year: Watchmen on the Walls

My message in this video is best understood in context of the Old City’s walls …

Walk by the Spirit (Week 48)

The early church was initially made up of Jews who believed Jesus was the Jewish Messiah, and boy were they surprised when gentiles started getting saved…

Merry Christmas: A Message of Hope

In this short video ICEJ President, Dr. Jürgen Bühler delivers Merry Christmas wishes and …

It Doesn’t Get More Exciting Than This (Week 47)

Have you ever tried to put yourself in the disciples’ shoes after Jesus’ death and burial? Everything changed on Sunday morning…

Bennett-Lapid Coalition ‘Unsettled’ on Land of Israel Issues

The broad range of political parties which make up the new Israeli government also …

Rescue Flight from South Africa Sponsored by ICEJ

On Thursday (12/16/21), the ICEJ sponsored rescue flights for 65 South African Jews who were al …

Spreading Christmas Cheer in Jesus’ Hometown

Christmas IS a season of giving. Because of that the ICEJ is spreading Christmas cheer …

Jesus the King (Week 46)

During the final week of Jesus’ life, He began to prepare His disciples for what was ahead…and described His eventual return to earth.

The Season of Hate at the UN

This should be a joyous time of year, with Hanukkah and Christmas to celebrate and a New Year to ring in. But for Israelis …

A Year of Blessing

2021 was a year of blessing for the ICEJ. Thank you for partnering with us to be a blessing …

The Holidays with Jesus (Week 45)

Do you sometimes dread the holidays because of family tensions? Well, you haven’t seen anything until you hear about Jesus’ holidays.

ICEJ Placing 155 Bomb Shelters

The ICEJ has recently ordered another 30 new portable bomb shelters to be delivered to …

Tabernacling With God!

At this year’s Feast of Tabernacles, we heard again from so many people around the world that …

ICEJ Delivering 36 New Bomb Shelters to Vulnerable Towns

The International Christian Embassy Jerusalem is currently delivering thirty-six new portable bomb shelters to …

Do You Have Ears to Hear? (Week 44)

Jesus was more than a good teacher… He taught with such authority. It was as though God Himself was speaking to them and revealing deep spiritual truths.

Urgent Appeal for Ethiopian-Jewish Airlift

In its modern history, the nation of Israel has mobilized twice to carry out emergency airlifts …

The Heart of the Matter (Week 43)

Jesus was born while the oppressive and brutal Roman Empire and its appointed king, Herod the Great, ruled the Jewish people.

One Amazing Moment! (Week 42)

Ever since Adam and Eve’s fall into sin and their banishment from the garden of Eden… God set the stage for an amazing moment when He would initiate a new covenant.

New Team of Christian Volunteers Serves Holocaust Survivors

In early fall, we were thrilled to welcome Dinna, Birgit, and Christine, who are three of the five new Christian volunteers …

Aliyah and Integration: Two Sides of the of the Same Coin

Considering the escalation of hostilities and increased internal tensions in Ethiopia …

He Will Send a Messenger Before Him (Week 41)

When Nehemiah brought the third group of exiles back to rebuild Jerusalem, he encountered much resistance…

Coming Home After 2,700 Years

After 2,700 years, the Bnei Menashe are coming home! Here are a few of their stories …

God Saves His People and His Plan (Week 40)

We all love a story about a beautiful young lady chosen to be a queen such as that found in the book of Esther…

ICEJ Supporting Pro-Life Efforts in Israel

The sad truth is that in Israel today, abortions are common and even legal until birth. So many precious lives are being taken …

Israel’s New Bennett-Lapid Government Standing Test of Time

Broad yet fragile, Israel’s new government has held together since taking office in June …

Restoring the Fortunes of Zion (Week 39)

The first wave of exiles arrived in Jerusalem soon after King Cyrus allowed them to return to rebuild the temple.

Meet Rachel, a New Olim from France

Your gifts in support of Aliyah change lives! Meet Rachel*, a 33-year-old young woman who came out of this tumultuous environment …

Bomb shelters for Kindergartens

“Today we owe you. You come and save our lives, the lives of our kids. We truly thank you for …

The Biden ‘two-step’ on Jerusalem

The new Israeli government’s efforts to build relations and reach a common agenda with …

Should the United States Fund Israel’s Iron Dome?

Iron Dome funding recently hit headlines when progressive Democrats had it removed from an emergency bill …

The Time to Favor Zion Has Come (Week 38)

After the fall of Jerusalem to the Babylonians, the children of Israel found themselves in exile in the land of their enemy.

Israel at a Crossroads on Iran

The Iranian nuclear threat has been building since the early 1990s, and every Israeli …

ICEJ Welcomes Last Flights of ‘Aliyah Week’

The ICEJ is still in the midst of a very busy flurry of flights bringing Jews home to Israel from …

Kibbutz Usha Bomb Shelter Donation

The Christian Embassy has ordered another thirty new portable bomb shelters for delivery to Israeli …

ICEJ Bringing 105 Jewish Youths to Israel – Aliyah Day Has Become Aliyah Week

Israel is marking its annual ‘Aliyah Day’ on Wednesday with an entire week of incoming flights ..

ICEJ Orders 30 Bomb Shelters

ICEJ orders 30 more bomb shelters for vulnerable Israeli border towns
Focus of security assistance …

When God Speaks (Week 37)

God wanted to prove the stuff Job was made of! But what a test…Then God spoke. And everything changed in an instant.

The Haifa Home: A Multicultural Tapestry

A beautiful tapestry begins to emerge as one looks at the “family” of residents and staff at our Haifa …

‘Hear, O Israel!’ The Shema in Jewish Faith

Hear, O Israel: The LORD our God, the LORD is one! You shall love the LORD your God with all your heart …

God Delivers Those Who Obey Him (Week 36)

The story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego is a wonderful story of God’s power over the idolatry and tyranny of the time. What a mighty God we serve!

A Feast Watched Around the World

The ICEJ’s Feast of Tabernacles for 2021 concluded on Monday with a powerful time of preaching …

A Time to Refresh and Refuel in the City of Jerusalem!

When ICEJ AID assistant Jannie Tolhoek entered a Jerusalem hotel lobby on a …

God Will Vindicate His Name (Week 35)

The prophet Ezekiel has a series of visions and prophecies to minister hope to his fellow exiles in Babylon.

Standing with the Jewish People Against Anti-Semitism

Anti-Semitism is surging around the world and the Middle East, where Jew-hatred is entrenched in everyday life.

Giving Hope to Israeli Families in Ashdod and Jerusalem

Through our “Giving a Future and a Hope” programs, the International Christian Embassy Jerusalem offers practical assistance …

A New Covenant (Week 34)

As Jeremiah warned King Zedekiah of impending judgment; the only rays of hope were prophecies of a future Messiah and a new covenant…

The Feast is Here!

The Feast is here and we are excited to share the celebration with you …

Yom Kippur: A Day to Prepare Our Wedding Garments

Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, is the holiest day on the Jewish calendar, and most Jews worldwide …

Departure of the Glory of God (Week 33)

Ezekiel watched as the glory of God rose out of the temple, moved over the eastern gate, and stopped above…the Mount of Olives.

ICEJ Homecare Delivers a Sweet Surprise

The gift bags were set out and ribbons perfectly measured for tying around 120 beautiful holiday presents …

Join us at the Garden Tomb

Grab your Communion elements and partake in a one-of-a-kind Communion service …

Outcasts and Orphans: The Real Story of the Jewish Return to Israel

Late in July, the International Christian Embassy Jerusalem welcomed another Aliyah flight bearing Jewish families …

I Know the Plans I Have for You (Week 32)

Jeremiah 29:11 is a favorite Bible verse quoted to encourage others in hard times. But what was the original context of these hope-filled words?

ICEJ Supporting Fun and Fruitful Aliyah Summer Camps

In the Jewish world, summer camps are a big thing—especially the opportunity to get outdoors …

Join us at the Southern Steps of the Temple

The video above highlights just one of the many biblical sites you can visit during this year’s online Feast of …

Rosh HaShana: The Day of Trumpets

The biblical holiday of Rosh HaShana, also known as the Jewish New Year, begins this coming Monday evening …

Giving Comfort to Jewish Families After Terror

The sigh of relief in Israel was palpable. Lockdowns, further lockdowns …

The Tragedy of Afghanistan

The implications of the Afghan tragedy for Israel could be quite serious. As we all watched …

God Reveals His Word and Fulfills It (Week 31)

Josiah became the king of the Southern Kingdom of Judah at the age of eight.

Jeremiah’s Lonely Call as Prophet (Week 30)

Jeremiah was still a young man when God called him to be a prophet, so he felt he was not prepared for the task.

Possessing the Gates of Our Enemies – Part One

Gates in Scripture are places of power, authority, defense, splendor and safety. Whoever holds them or sits in them …

Isaiah’s Vision of Restoration (Week 29)

One of the most astounding books in the entire Bible is the book of the prophet Isaiah.

How Christians are Celebrating the Feast

Each year, thousands of believers from around the world ascend to the city of Jerusalem for the Feast …

Haifa Home Gets New Resident

It can be extremely traumatic to pack up a home, downscale dearest possessions, and …

Bringing Home Jews from all Directions

Over the first six months of 2021, Israel has welcomed more than 7,000 new Jewish immigrants, marking a rise of …

Why Israel? Ten Reasons why Every Believer and Church Should Stand with the Restored Jewish Nation

There is no doubt that Israel enjoys growing support from the Evangelical …

God Hears Hezekiah’s Prayers (Week 28)

God did amazing things for King Hezekiah… God smote Sennacherib’s army, and they retreated to Assyria, leaving Jerusalem untouched.

One Down, One To Go (Week 27)

Through the prophet Isaiah, the Lord sings a song over His vineyard—the nation of Israel.

The Media’s Obsession with Armageddon

For various reasons, the mainstream media seems to be back to their old habit of slandering Christian supporters …

The Greatest Prophet (Week 26)

Out of all the prophetic books in the Bible, Isaiah is the longest—one reason he is often considered the greatest prophet of Israel.

Emergency Aliyah Flight from South Africa Arrived Today

TODAY an amazing and historic group of 87 South African olim (new immigrants) arrived in Israel early this morning …

Outcasts and Orphans: The Real Story of the Jewish Return to Israel

This week, the International Christian Embassy Jerusalem welcomed another Aliyah flight bearing Jewish families making their way home to Israel …

God’s Love for His Wayward People (Week 25)

The Bible can be summed up as the story of God’s love for the world because it tells of the divine plan to redeem fallen mankind…

They Are Still His People (Week 24)

After reaching the pinnacle of blessing and prosperity, King Solomon fell into idolatry, bringing down judgment on his dynasty.

Comfort in Conflict

In the aftermath of the recent rocket war with Gaza, the ICEJ staff had the opportunity to deliver …

What in the World is Going On? (Week 23)

Elijah’s calls for a dramatic showdown with the prophets of Ba’al. They attempt to bring down fire from heaven to consume their sacrifice but cannot…

Delayed Group of Bnei Menashe Reach Israel

A group of 114 Bnei Menashe who were stuck in transit for the past month in New Delhi due to some having …

God Will Judge Every Deed (Week 22)

God promised King David an everlasting dynasty and that if David’s son who succeeded him sinned, he would be punished but not removed as king.

ICEJ Delivers on Promise to Support Southern Israel

In the aftermath of the recent rocket war with Gaza, the ICEJ staff had the opportunity to deliver …

The Insanity of Antisemitism

One of the sad outcomes of history is that antisemitism has not just survived in the post-Holocaust era, it …

The Wisest Man on Earth Becomes a Fool (Week 21)

One of the hardest things Christians must grapple with is learning that a revered Christian preacher is leading a secret life of sin…

ICEJ Congratulates Incoming Prime Minister Naftali Bennett

The series of normalization agreements that Israel recently signed with four Arab …

God Hears from Heaven (Week 20)

King Solomon prayed for you and me! I find this to be so astounding…

ICEJ Bolsters Israeli Security and First-Responders During Gaza Border Tour

With the Hamas rocket war against Israel now in its eighth day, the International Christian …

The Most-Quoted Psalm (Week 19)

The book of Psalms is quoted over 100 times in the New Testament, and the one quoted the most is Psalm 110.

Bomb Shelters Save Lives

With the Hamas rocket war against Israel now in its eighth day, the International Christian …

ICEJ Helps Sponsor Urgent Aliyah of Bnei Menashe

During the course of this week, The Jewish Agency expects more than 500 Jewish newcomers to arrive …

Why Jerusalem is Important to Christians

As usual, one of the first casualties of war is truth.  Many would have us believe the latest …

Hallelujah! (Week 18)

The Hebrew word Hallelujah means “Praise the Lord” and appears numerous times throughout the Psalms…

Aliyah Super Week

During the course of this week, The Jewish Agency expects more than 500 Jewish newcomers to arrive …

No Stopping the Abraham Accords

The series of normalization agreements that Israel recently signed with four Arab …

Going Up to Jerusalem With Singing (Week 17)

In biblical times, it was such a joy and privilege to go to Jerusalem that it was done with singing.

ICEJ Expanding Response to Crisis in Israel

With the Hamas rocket war against Israel now in its eighth day, the International Christian …

Urgent: Give Israelis Life-Saving Bomb Shelters

We have all watched with great concern over recent days as Israel has been pulled into …

The Place God Chose (Week 16)

The spiritual and political significance of the Temple Mount has made it the most controversial piece of real estate in the world…

Rockets of Rejection: The latest Palestinian war against Israel in context

As usual, one of the first casualties of war is truth.  Many would have us believe the latest …

Haifa Home Residents Glad to Come Together Again

In the last week of February 2021, the community dining hall at the ICEJ’s Haifa Home for Holocaust Survivors …

When God Makes a Promise (Week 15)

God promised David an eternal kingdom, but some 400 years later, it looked like the house of David had been cut down to the ground.

ICEJ Stands with Israel against Palestinian Violence over Jerusalem

The International Christian Embassy Jerusalem stands in solidarity with Israel in …

Help with Urgent Aliyah Flights to Israel

If there has been a ‘silver lining’ to the global pandemic over the past year, it is the increased …

ICEJ Honors Yudit Setz Longest As Longest-Serving Staff Member

In May, Yudit Setz will mark 36 years of service with the International Christian Embassy Jerusalem…

The Days of Elijah

For many Jews and Christians, Elijah is the most prominent prophet to ever minister to Israel. He is the most mentioned …

Fourth Israeli Election Still a Draw

When Israelis voted in late March in their fourth national election of the past two years, the results…

Jerusalem, the City of David (Week 14)

When I first went to Israel as a Bible student, I could not think of any field of study more boring than that of archaeology—what I called “the study of dust and stones.”

Transforming Lives One Page at a Time

I was blown away when a listener recently wrote to say my Walk Thru the Bible podcast series had changed their life.

When We Get What We Ask For (Week 13)

The Bible contains an intriguing story about how the Israelite people asked for a king—something that was actually God’s will for them in the future.

The ICC’s Crime Against the Jews

It was shocking to hear the recent news that Fatou Bensouda, the outgoing chief prosecutor of the …

When Everyone Does As They See Fit (Week 12)

After the Israelites crossed the Jordan River on dry ground, saw the walls of Jericho tumble down…

Jewish Mother Follows In Her Sons’ Footsteps To Israel

Since our inception in 1980, the International Christian Embassy Jerusalem has been active in bringing Jewish people back to the…

Flickers Of Inspiration Accompany ICEJ’s Passover Deliveries

It is a beautiful day, the sun is shining, and the birds are tweeting, but for many Israeli families struck by the…

What Is the IHRA Definition of Anti-Semitism?

The International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA), an intergovernmental organization…

Shielding Northern Israel’s Vulnerable Border Towns

Within four kilometers of Israel’s northern border with Lebanon, the village of Hurfeish is home to a mix of Israeli Druze and Christians…

ICEJ Enables Druze Teachers To Continue Nurturing Dreams

Zooms and online teaching are par-for-the-course these days, but how can a teacher educate online without the proper tools?

Each Generation’s Choice (Week 11)

The world is changing rapidly around us, and our children and grandchildren are growing up in an America that is very…

ICEJ Sponsors Aliyah Flight For 102 Jewish Immigrants From Kazakhstan

A group of 102 Jewish immigrants arrived in Israel on Sunday evening on a special Aliyah evacuation flight from Kazakhstan arranged by…

Israeli Media Features ICEJ’s Haifa Home On ‘Yom Hashoah’

As Israel marked ‘Yom HaShoah’ this week, its annual Holocaust Remembrance Day, several Israeli media published or broadcast…

A Hope Anchored In God’s Promises

The last Aliyah flight of ‘Operation Rock of Israel’ arrived in early March, bringing the final group of some 2,000 immigrants from…

Are You Ready? (Week 10)

After wandering in the wilderness for some 40 years, the Israelites were undoubtedly ready to move on and enter the promised land. Their time had…

ICEJ Keeping Hope Alive For Israeli Arabs

As a group of ICEJ staff recently gathered around tables piled high with neatly-stacked boxes of food, they rolled up their sleeves and…

What We Learn From the Law (Week 9)

Law is such a boring word! It sounds so strict and legalistic. But the apostle Paul said the law was our instructor or tutor. God was conveying…

‘Rescue Flight’ To Israel Makes Dream Come True

For many Jewish immigrants to Israel, moving to this land means the beginning of a new life in a very literal sense. It means changing to a…

The God of Celebration and Rest (Week 8)

One of my favorite memories of living in Jerusalem was how the city would completely shut down on Shabbat…

A Small Family’s Flight To a New Future In Israel

Last week, Israel welcomed a ‘rescue flight’ for stranded Jewish families desperately seeking to make Aliyah – a flight arranged by the Jewish…

God’s Love for His People (Week 7)

It is happening more and more these days, and it just breaks my heart. A pastor of another large church has announced that the Bible is not the Word of God.

How Do Israeli Elections Work?

On December 22, 2020, Israel’s coalition government with two prime ministers dissolved after the Knesset failed to pass a state budget.

The Necessity of Faith (Week 6)

A couple of years ago, I was grappling with what appears to be contradictory principles regarding healing.

God Proposes Marriage (Week 5)

After the amazing Exodus from Egypt—where the Israelites were freed after generations of slavery in Egypt…

A Purim Message For the American Church

The Jewish world will celebrate Purim this month and remember the heroism of a young Jewish woman…

God Saw the Affliction of His People (Week 4)

The story of the Israelites in Egypt and their exodus out of the nation that enslaved them for 400 years is one full of miracles.

Joseph’s Prophetic Role (Week 3)

We all have bad days here and there. But every once in a while, tragedy may strike… It can be so bad it causes us to question whether God is with us or not.

Raw Honesty of the Bible (Week 2)

The Bible is often portrayed as mythology. But when I read the stories in the Bible, I find such gut-wrenching honesty that I am confident it is true.

The Watershed Moment that Changed the World (Week 1)

The biblical narrative is so full of fascinating stories and epic tales that the overarching story-behind-the-stories can easily be lost…

Jesus’ Resurrection and Return (Part 7)

The Scriptures provide deep significance for Jesus’ last days spent on the Mount of Olives, as well as his ascension from there.

Jesus’ Last Week in Jerusalem (Part 6)

When reading the story of Jesus’ last week in Jerusalem, a curious story found in Mark involves a man with a water pitcher…

Jesus Goes to Jerusalem (Part 5)

While the bulk of Jesus’ ministry took place in the region around the Sea of Galilee, He did go to Jerusalem on several occasions to celebrate the great feasts of Israel.

Jesus’ Galilean Ministry (Part 4)

Nothing makes the Bible come alive like sitting on the shores of the Sea of Galilee or atop the hill where it is believed Jesus gave the Sermon on the Mount.

Jesus’ Childhood (Part 3)

Although the Bible is virtually silent about Jesus’ childhood years, Susan discusses life in Nazareth in the first century and what it tells us about Jesus’ childhood.

Hanukkah and the Mystery of Lawlessness

Every year during the months of November and December, the Jewish world celebrates the festival…

Birth of Jesus (Part 2)

After a lifetime of Christmas pageants and nativity scenes, we have grown numb to the amazing story of the birth of Jesus…a closer, grownups’ look at the Christmas story, reveals so much more than meets the eye.

What Is Causing The Sudden Worldwide Shift In Support For Israel?

On September 15, 2020, the ministers of foreign affairs for the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Bahrain…

Setting the Stage for Jesus (Part 1)

Ever wonder why Jesus was born when He was, or why He was born to a Jewish girl in Nazareth of Galilee? Jesus did not just appear out of nowhere…

The Search Begins (Part 8)

The quest for your Bible to come alive is found in understanding God’s eternal plan: the story behind the stories.

The God of the Bible (Part 7)

It is important that we come to know God for who He is and not who we want Him to be.

The People of the Bible (Part 6)

Explore the often-misunderstood distinction between Israel and the church.

The Land of the Bible (Part 5)

The story of the Bible is the story of God’s plan to redeem mankind. Central to that story is the calling on the Jewish people found in God’s covenant with Abraham in Genesis 12:1-3.

How Christians Should Read the Old Testament (Part 4)

Without the Old Testament, we will never fully understand who Jesus was, what He came to do, and why He has to come again!

Breaking the Mold

As someone who worked hard for passage of the Jerusalem Embassy Act of 1995, it was disappointing …

The Story of the Bible (Part 3)

Many Christians struggle to read and comprehend the Bible. This is understandable, as the Bible is made up of 66 books, written by 40 different people, and covers a span of over 2,500 years.

How to Read the Bible (Part 2)

Essential to living the Christian life is studying the Bible at what I call the inspirational level—with the end-goal of applying what we are learning to our daily lives.

Why Study the Bible (Part 1)

Essential to living the Christian life is studying the Bible at “the inspirational level”—with the end-goal of applying what we are learning to our daily lives.

Preparing to Tabernacle With God: The Feast of Tabernacles

As someone who was at that first Feast of Tabernacles celebration in Jerusalem in 1980 and who has…

What the Abraham Accord Means for Israel

The presence of United Arab Emirates officials earlier this year at the announcement of President Trump’s plan for peace…

I Am The God Who Heals

When the Israelites escaped Pharaoh’s armies and began their journey through the wilderness, God began to reveal to them who He was…

Why Christians Care About Annexation

I have engaged with a number of reporters lately, both on and off the record, concerning the Trump…

The Strategic Importance Of The Jordan Valley

President Trump’s proposed peace plan for Israel and the Palestinians allows for Israel’s annexation…

An Aliyah Family of Four, Soon to be Six!

Each of the 1,000 new Jewish immigrants the ICEJ has brought to Israel over recent months…

Does Israel Have The Right To Annex Settlements?

The Trump administration unveiled the long-awaited peace plan between Israel and the Palestinian people…

Why Are So Many Jews Suddenly Wanting to Make Aliyah?

Rather than bringing Aliyah to a halt, the Corona crisis appears to be producing a surge in interest…

Does Christian Anti-Semitism Exist?

Many Evangelical Christians…do not believe a “true” Christian can be anti-Semitic. Unfortunately, history has proven otherwise.

Why Pandemics Are Dangerous For Jews

Abundant conspiracy theories and misinformation about the coronavirus pandemic have elevated fear…

Why Does Anti-Semitism Still Exist?

The evil pursuit of the Jewish people has continued for millennia, which is why historian Robert Wistrich called anti-Semitism “the longest hatred.”

How Anti-Semitic Alliances Unite Enemies

One of the first lessons we learn in the history of anti-Semitism is that hatred makes strange bedfellows. The oddest of partnerships have been formed around a common enemy.

How ‘Righteous’ Does One Need To Be?

The historical account of the Holocaust would not be complete without the amazing stories of the brave individuals who risked their lives to save Jews.

The “Big Lie” Against the Jew

When we think of Germany under the Nazi regime, we have images of a military police state in which the people were coerced to acquiescence… However, Hitler also had a stunningly effective propaganda strategy…

How the Church Failed the Jewish People

It is a part of fallen human nature to need a scapegoat. …It’s easier to hold grudges and even take revenge than to forgive and demonstrate the very compassion we preach.

Why is Anti-Semitism so Dangerous?

No ideological movement is more dangerous than one held together by the hatred of a demonized enemy…

Why Is the Aliyah of the Ethiopian Jews Critical?

The origin of the Ethiopian Jews is a bit of a mystery…Their mysterious story is one of a beautiful, simple faith alongside centuries of difficulty.

A Dangerous Theology—Not Irresistible at All

The pastor of the second-largest church in America, Andy Stanley, wants to change the way Christianity is taught to reach new generations of skeptics, according to his book Irresistible…

Why You Should Go to Israel This Year!

Every year is the right year for a trip to Israel, whether it is your first trip or 100th!

Why is Gaza Such a Problem?

While historically Gaza was a sleepy outpost of much larger empires, it has recently become an overcrowded hotbed of Islamist ideology…

How Have the Jewish People Survived Against All Odds?

One cannot help but notice when reading the Bible that most of the people groups mentioned no…

What Sets Israel Apart From Other Nations?

Israel, a nation as small as the state of New Jersey, occupies center stage of the world’s attention…

ICEJ-USA Director Susan Michael Awarded Honorary Doctorate

New Christians struggling to study their Bible are often taught to read the scriptures as though…

Is It Safe To Visit Israel? Yes!

Tourists and business leaders alike flock to Israel. GLOBES, Israel’s financial daily, reports that…

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…

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…

How Can We Help Palestinian Refugees?

Seventy years ago, the United Nations voted to declare Israel a modern state. When Prime Minister…

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…

The Gospel Spreads from Caesarea 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.

Is Media Coverage Accurate About Israel’s Military Actions?

The United States and Israeli militaries are closely aligned with similar ethics policies governing…

Outpouring of the Holy Spirit in Caesarea

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.

Does Israel Receive The Most US Foreign Aid?

Israel’s detractors and even uninformed friends often complain that Israel receives more US foreign…

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…

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…

Before the Rooster Crows

One of my most memorable experiences in Israel happened many years ago right outside the Old City of Jerusalem.

The Mother Of Us All

Hebrews 11 is the well-known New Testament Hall of Fame—or as some call it, Hall of Faith…

Is Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas A True Peace Partner For Israel?

Mahmoud Abbas became the first prime minister of the Palestinian Authority in 2003…

This Is The Year To Move The US Embassy To Jerusalem

Many conservative Christians voted for Donald Trump in the 2016 presidential election due to his…

Elijah’s Call to Pure Worship

Mount Carmel is at the tip of a beautiful 24-mile-long wooded mountain range nestled in-between the Mediterranean Sea to the West and the Jezreel Valley to the East.

Did The Jews Steal The Palestinians’ Land?

Ride around Israel with an Arab taxi driver, and he will readily tell you he prefers to live under an Israeli…

A Sound Strategy for Moving the U.S. Embassy to Jerusalem

The time has come to finally right an historic injustice by granting de jure recognition to Jerusalem as Israel’s capital and moving the American Embassy there.

Why Is Jerusalem So Controversial?

JERUSALEM­—it’s a name which stirs a wide spectrum of emotions and a quagmire of international…

The Road to Damascus

A popular mountain peak frequented by tourists in Israel is Mount Bental in the Golan Heights.

The Truth About Israeli Settlements

While settlements can be a source of conflict, they are not the major obstacle to peace. From 1948-1967…

Will Trump Move The US Embassy To Jerusalem?

The United Nations Educational, Science, and Cultural Committee (UNESCO) recently attempted…

A New Chapter in the Hanukkah Story

The story of Hanukkah is often told with an emphasis on Antiochus IV Epiphanes, This story, however, is about more than an evil ruler.

Your Invitation

I want to share with you something very important for the days in which we live and that I believe will be…

Why is UNESCO Trying to Erase Jerusalem’s Jewish and Christian History?

The integrity and balance of power among the United Nations 190 members has shifted since the establishment of the United Nations in 1945.

What is Life Like for Minority Groups in Israel?

With more than 8 million citizens, Israel is a vibrant tapestry of diversity and multi-cultural co-existence.

Inside American Christian Support for Israel

Christian support for Israel is an oft-reported and sometimes hotly debated phenomenon. Yet, in spite of all of the attention, it is a largely misunderstood movement.

Is it Anti-Arab to be Pro-Israel?

A growing tendency of some Evangelical leaders in America, particularly Millennial leaders, is to back away from support of Israel for fear that it will be perceived as anti-Arab.

Across the Israel Divide

Israel is one of the most complex issues today…a thoughtful Christian perspective must be one based on concern and care for all the peoples involved, and most importantly, on an honest assessment of the facts.

Why Does The United Nations Single Out Israel

The United Nations charter of June 26, 1945, reflected lofty goals to help nations recover after WWII…

Say To The South, “Do Not Keep Them Back!”

Numerous prophecies have been fulfilled over the last century, but one of the most exciting is Isaiah…

Jesus’ Rebuke of Three Cities

The common application of Isaiah 9:2 is a spiritual one in which the “people who walked in darkness” are those who lived prior to Christ and without knowledge of His saving power.

Was Israel’s Founding Illegal?

Israel’s founding had a firm basis in international law – and thousands of years of history…

The Temple Mount

The biblical, historical, and future significance of the Temple Mount makes it the most hotly contested piece of real estate in the entire world.

When Jesus Attended The Feast Of Tabernacles

For centuries Christian churches had little appreciation for the biblical Feast of Tabernacles…

How has Israeli Technology Revolutionized the World

What do text messaging, drip irrigation, and the latest flu vaccine have in common? Like so many other life-changing innovations, they were invented in Israel.

The Lord My Stronghold

A stronghold during the time of the Israelites was a naturally elevated rock formation or mountain that offered protection and a place of safety.

What Does Israel Do for the World?

Israel is a small country making a big difference for others around the world.

The Holy Land

The first glimpse of the Promised Land that the Israelites had from the east side of the Jordan River must have elicited a range of emotions.

Why Hasn’t There Been Peace in the Middle East?

After 67 years of conflict, why is there still no peace in the Middle East?

The Passover Lamb

Passover is known as the Festival of Redemption, because it commemorates the children of Israel’s freedom from slavery in Egypt some 3,500 years ago.

Jesus’ Final Days in Jerusalem

One of the most memorable moments of any tour to Israel is standing on the Mount of Olives and looking across the valley at the Eastern Gate of the Temple Mount.

Anti-Semitism In Christianity Today

Many Christians involved in support of Israel fail to recognize the amazing moment in history that we are…

What Can YOU Do to Support Israel?

For Americans, it can often feel like there is little we can do to support Israel in its struggle for survival. Here are five important ways that you can stand with Israel.

Why Should Christians Support Israel?

Why do hundreds of millions of Christians around the world stand with Israel? There is not one answer. The truth of the matter is that the bond between Christians and Israel is as multifaceted as it is strong.

Going Up to Jerusalem

The city of Jerusalem is the highlight of any pilgrimage to the Holy Land.

The Top Eight Reasons Why Every Christian Should Go To Israel

Millions of Christians have travelled to the land of the Bible over the last four decades and had their faith and biblical knowledge enhanced in transformative ways.

Where is the Best Place to be a Christian in the Middle East?

More than 100,000 Christians have been murdered each year for the past 10 years in the Middle East.

Why Should America Support Israel?

The American-Israeli relationship is one of the strongest friendships between any two nations on Earth. Built on a foundation of shared interests and values, the relationship benefits both nations immensely.

How Do Israel And The United States Work Together?

In a complex and dangerous world, there are few allies more important to the United States than Israel…

Celebrating The Feast Of Tabernacles

For 35 years some 5,000-8,000 Christians have travelled from over 100 nations to celebrate the Feast…

Is Israel A Racist State?

In a speech at the United Nations, former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad described Israel…

Taking Israel Out of the Bible

New Christians struggling to study their Bible are often taught to read the scriptures as though…

Ten Reasons to Support Israel

When asked why a person supports Israel, most Christians respond with Genesis 12:3, the biblical verse where God tells Abraham that He would bless those who blessed him and would curse those who cursed Him.

What is Israel and Why is it Important?

There is perhaps no place on Earth more controversial and more important than Israel – a tiny state – the size of New Jersey— in the heart of the Middle East.

The Big Lie

The “big lie” is an expression coined by Adolf Hitler to describe his propaganda technique of telling…

This Generation’s Battle

Exodus 17 tells how Amalekites, descendants of Esau’s grandson, attacked the children of Israel…

The Rest Of The Hanukkah Story

The story of Hanukkah takes place during the period in-between the Old and New Testaments, when…

How God Saved The Jewish People

Israel’s Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, placed his reputation and political career on the line to warn…

How God Saved the Jewish People

Israel’s Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, placed his reputation and political career on the line to warn the U.S. Congress of the dangers of a nuclear Iran.

What Jesus Understood About Hanukkah

The fact that Jesus celebrated Hanukkah should make Christians curious enough to investigate the possible importance of the festival to their faith.

It Is Now Sunday In The Middle East

‘When Saturday is gone, one will find Sunday,’ is an old, Christian Arab proverb that expresses their fear…

The Privilege Of Partnering With God

God in His sovereignty has chosen to partner with man in the execution of His will….

Finding Hope In The Faithfulness Of God

There are times in the lives of all believers when they may face doubts and discouragement…

What is the Truth About Israel?

Support for Israel runs deep in this country for a number of reasons. According to recent polls as many as 80 percent of American Christians feel a moral obligation to support Israel.

Justice Can Only Be Based on Truth

A small but growing circle of Christian leaders is seeking to lead evangelicals in America away from support for Israel and are doing so under the banner of “social justice” and “just peacemaking.”

An Open Letter to America’s Christian Zionists

On September 19, 2011 Dr. David P. Gushee and Dr. Glen H. Stassen released An Open Letter to America’s Christian Zionists. This is ICEJ’s response.