The Virgin BirthMerry Christmas! Today as we eagerly anticipate December 25th, we’re opening up a two-part series on the first Christmas. Chris shares little-known details about the Jewish context of the virgin birth of Jesus this week. From prophetic instructions in Isaiah to details of Joseph and Mary’s relationship in the Gospels, the Old Testament and New Testament converged in …
December 12, 2020 | Hanukkah Roundtable with Steve Herzig, Lorna Simcox and Mitch Triestman
Hanukkah RoundtableFor many of us, this time of year means one thing: Christmas. But for our Jewish friends, this is Hanukkah’s time of year! It’s a special holiday full of joy and celebration. Families make memories together and remember the miracle of the oil and the rededication of the Temple. If you’ve never celebrated Hanukkah before, you might feel like …
December 5, 2020 | IMG In Depth: Interview with Bruce Scott
Israel My Glory: In Depth: Interview w/ Bruce Scott, Immanuel ForeverOne of the most comforting truths about God is that He is a present Helper in our lives. The name Immanuel, meaning “God with us,” reminds us of that fact every Christmas. But such a lovely truth should be remembered and celebrated all year long, not just in December. Our …
November 28, 2020 | Perspectives on Jesus: The People of Israel
How Did the Average Israelite View Jesus?We all see Jesus differently! Over the past two weeks we’ve explored how the Romans dismissed His ministry and the Jewish religious leaders of His day considered it a threat. But the common Jewish people were much more interested in our Savior. We hear about “The People of the Land,” the average Israelites of …
November 21, 2020 | Perspectives on Jesus: The Religious Leaders
How Did the Religious Leaders View Jesus?Even though He came to offer salvation from sin, not everyone loved Jesus. We saw that fact last week through the eyes of the Romans, who were more concerned with their empire than with the Lord of the universe. This week we look at Jesus through the eyes of the Pharisees and Sadducees. Their …
November 14, 2020 | Perspectives on Jesus: The Romans
How did the Romans view Jesus?Everyone views Jesus differently. Some think He was a prophet, others think He was a teacher, and still others think He was a common man. Of course, Christians worship Him as our loving Savior, the One we live to please and around whom we build our lives. For the next three weeks we’ll study what …
November 7, 2020 | Hanukkah Basket Outreach (FOI Ministry Highlight)
Interview: Ty Perry & Becky Meissner, Field Represtatives, Las Vegas, NVOne of our favorite Jewish holidays, Hanukkah, is coming up soon! Every year The Friends of Israel enjoys demonstrating love and support for the Jewish community by preparing Hanukkah baskets, which are filled with delicious foods from Israeli businesses. You can order them for yourselves as a Christmas or Hanukkah …
October 31, 2020 | U.S. Elections and the Impact on Israel
Interview: Dr. Jim Showers As Election Day quickly approaches in the United States, many issues factor into people’s voting considerations. Everything from the economy to social issues to foreign affairs takes center stage, and citizens vote according to the proposed ideals that most align with their own. But one of the most significant positions believers take into effect when voting …
October 24, 2020 | The Resurrection of the Church: Reflections on the Rapture
The RaptureThe Rapture is overlooked or purposely avoided by many today. This might leave you asking, “Is the Rapture really that important? Does the Bible even tell us anything definite about it?” You bet! The Rapture is a huge part of biblical prophecy and one of our greatest hopes as believers, and God’s Word tells us all we need to …
October 17, 2020 | IMG In Depth: Ecclesiastes
Israel My Glory: In Depth: EcclesiastesMoney can buy almost anything, but it can’t buy the satisfaction our souls crave. King Solomon learned this lesson and shared his wisdom in Ecclesiastes. Solomon teaches about injustice, oppression, wealth, and the key to a meaningful life—crucial subjects with answers our world is desperately searching for today. Chris digs into Peter Colón’s Israel My …








