Biblical Geography

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  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?

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  Why Jerusalem is Important to Christians

  Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: “May they prosper who love you. Peace be within your walls, Prosperity within your palaces” (Psalm 122:6–7). As recent events have shown, peace in Jerusalem is sometimes a rare commodity.

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  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…

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  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.

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  The Strategic Importance Of The Jordan Valley

  President Trump’s proposed peace plan for Israel and the Palestinians allows for Israel’s annexation (extension of sovereignty) of the major settlement blocks in the “West Bank” as well as the Jordan Valley.

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  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. While vilified by some circles, the Jewish State is also admired by many for a story that is unique from that of all other nations.

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  How the Gospel Spread from Caesarea Maritima to Rome

  The ancient city of Caesarea Maritima nestled along the Mediterranean coast was one of the most significant seaports in the world during the time of Herod the Great and the events of the book of Acts.

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  Caesarea in the Bible & Why It’s Significant for Christians

  The city of Caesarea is mentioned a number of times in the New Testament, such as the Roman Centurion Cornelius’ receiving of the Holy Spirit as recorded in the book of Acts.

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  Before the Rooster Crows

  Why the church of St. Peter Gallicantu is a “must” for Christian tour groups One of my most memorable experiences in Israel happened many years ago right outside the Old City of Jerusalem.

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  Why Is Jerusalem So Controversial?

  YOUR ISRAEL ANSWER: WHY IS JERUSALEM SO CONTROVERSIAL? JERUSALEM­—it’s a name which stirs a wide spectrum of emotions and a quagmire of international disagreement. Here are several reasons for the multilayered controversy over Jerusalem.

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  The Road to Damascus

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

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  Jesus’ Rebuke of Three Cities

  What happens when light is rejected The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light… (Isaiah 9:2) 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.