SukkotThe joyous, biblical celebration of Sukkot is upon us! Also called the Feast of Tabernacles, this holiday draws attention to God’s provision, protection, and presence in our lives. As God commanded in Leviticus 23, the Jewish people today continue to make “booths,” or temporary shelters, called sukkahs to remember how the Israelites lived during their wandering in the wilderness thousands …
Israel My Glory In Depth: Interview w/ Bruce ScottDays of great suffering are coming for Israel. Scripture teaches that the Jewish people will endure persecution in the Tribulation. But their trials have a purpose—God will use this time to purge and refine the nation, drawing the people to repentance. Bruce Scott, The Friends of Israel’s (FOI’s) director of Ministry Mobilization, …
Who Are “The Least of These?”When Jesus spoke of caring for “the least of these” in Matthew 25, to whom was He referring? Many believe He spoke of the poor and needy. While we certainly should be helping such people, as God commands, the context of Jesus’ words help us determine that He spoke of another group of people. In …
Who Are “The Least of These?”Jesus’ words in Matthew 25 concerning “the least of these” have driven many ministries seeking to help the poor and needy. Their work is a wonderful display of love for the Lord. But is it possible that this worthy drive for humanitarianism has caused some to miss the target of Jesus’ message? We’re exploring this …
FOI In Action: Interview w/ Timothy RabinekRecent years have not been kind to the Jewish community of Eastern Europe. And in Poland in particular, a country inextricably bound to the atrocities of the Holocaust, Jewish people need true friends who will love them and support them unfailingly. That’s where Timothy Rabinek steps in. Timothy, FOI’s field representative in Poland, has …
How the New Covenant Impacts BelieversBecause its people chased after other gods, Israel became an unfaithful bride to God. But instead of settling for a broken relationship, in His mercy God promised a New Covenant, ultimately fulfilled by Jesus. Now all people have access to a personal relationship with Him! As we wrap up our three-part series on the New …
Jesus’ Blood Sealed the New CovenantJesus came to Earth to radically change the hearts of the Israelites and to bring forgiveness for the sins of the world. Because of Jesus’ blood, the New Covenant brings blessing to Israel and all who place their faith in Him for salvation. In part 2 of our three-week series on the New Covenant, we’re …
Historical Context of the New TestamentSurrender! That was the prophet Jeremiah’s message to the people of Judah. God was going to use Babylon to judge His people, and the Israelites’ disobedience meant nothing could stop the disaster to come. But in one of their darkest moments, God made a new promise to His people. This week we’ll begin our series …
Iran’s Modern HistoryAt the center of all the mayhem surrounding Israel and the Middle East is one powerful, villainous nation: Iran. Every group Israel has been battling—Hamas, Hezbollah, the Houthis—all take their orders from Iran. But it wasn’t always this way. The nation once aimed to Westernize to usher in a prosperous era, but the Islamic Revolution dashed those hopes, …
Israel My Glory In Depth: Interview w/ Steve HerzigThe apostle Paul is one of the Bible’s most beloved figures. He was responsible for the growth of the early church throughout the known world and penned much of the New Testament Scripture we cherish today. But before Jesus saved his soul from sin, he was an entirely different man—one who persecuted …
