This week the Jewish people wrapped up their weeklong celebration of Sukkot, the Feast of Tabernacles. Stopping into the radio studio to discuss this unusual holiday is our field representative Tom Simcox. If you’re not familiar with Sukkot, you’ll learn what makes this festival such a unique part of Jewish culture. If you’re already well versed in its traditions, don’t …
September 25, 2021 | First 100 Days of Naftali Bennett
Israel’s new prime minister, Naftali Bennett, just completed his first 100 days in office. It had been a long time since anyone besides Benjamin Netanyahu held the title of prime minister in Israel, so there were bound to be some changes once Bennett took the position. One thing that makes Bennett stand out: He’s the first Orthodox Jewish prime minister …
September 18, 2021 | Israel Tours: Jim Showers and Roni Houbani
We’re all missing Israel! Travel restrictions have shut down much of the nation’s tourism, so not many people have been able to enjoy the beauty of the Holy Land this year. As hard as it is for those of us hoping to visit Israel, it’s even harder for people who make a living working in Israel’s tourism industry. Roni Houbani …
September 11, 2021 | FOI in Action: Dr. Juan Carlos Espinoza, Argentina
Everyone needs the Lord. But before they’re ready to address their spiritual needs, many people have physical needs to take care of. That’s why Dr. Juan Carlos Espinoza and his work with our free medical clinic in Buenos Aires, Argentina, are so vital to our ministry. He sits down with Chris for an exclusive interview this week highlighting his medical …
September 4, 2021 | Kidron Saga, Part 6
When Jesus left Earth, He sent the Holy Spirit to dwell within believers. But He also revealed His plan to physically return to the same spot from which He ascended into heaven: the Mount of Olives. Studying the Lord’s plan to touch back down on this mountain, we learn how important it is that God is choosing to dwell with …
August 28, 2021 | Kidron Saga, Part 5
God has dwelled with humanity in some extraordinary ways throughout history: in the Garden of Eden, the Tabernacle, the Temple, and in the person of Jesus Christ. But today He dwells with people in an even more personal way—in the hearts of all who believe in Him! Our focus in part 5 of our 6-part Kidron saga celebrates the wonderful …
August 21, 2021 | Kidron Saga, Part 4
Let’s recap our Kidron Saga so far: We’ve seen God’s presence dwelling among people first in the Garden of Eden, then in the Tabernacle, then in the Temple before departing Jerusalem. But this isn’t the end! God sent His Son, Jesus, to dwell among men, which we’ll take a close look at this week. Jesus’ deity was hard for the …
August 14, 2021 | Kidron Saga, Part 3
Our study of the Tabernacle in part 2 of our Kidron saga comes into play this week in part 3 as we study God’s home on Earth: the Temple. King Solomon built this amazing structure for the Lord and His glory, and he put it right in the center of God’s holy city, Jerusalem. The Temple gave the Israelites a …
August 7, 2021 | IMG In Depth: Interview with Paul Pierce
The book of Job is not for the faint of heart. Job dealt with the greatest losses a person can face and was tasked with remaining faithful to God through it all. Yet there is a subtle but undeniable presence of the gospel message woven throughout the book. As Job did throughout his trials, we look forward to the coming …
July 31, 2021 | Kidron Saga, Part 2
The presence of God in our lives as believers makes our relationship with Him so special. But throughout history, God has dwelled with His people physically in several ways, which we’re learning about in our 6-part Kidron Valley series. Last week we learned about the first place God dwelled with man—in the Garden of Eden. This week takes us through …