Zero tolerance for antisemitism

Antisemitism, Part 3 of 3 | February 8, 2025

The Jewish people have faced antisemitism for thousands of years, and this shapeshifting prejudice has taken many faces throughout history. Over the past two weeks, we learned about religious and racial antisemitism. In the conclusion of our 3-part series, we examine national antisemitism: the hatred of the Jewish people simply because of the existence of the Jewish State of Israel. …

Zero tolerance for antisemitism

Antisemitism, Part 2 of 3 | February 1, 2025

Last week, we analyzed religious antisemitism—the hatred of Jewish people for their religious practices and beliefs. This week, we’re taking a look at another evil form of Jewish hatred: racial antisemitism. Unlike religious persecution, which theoretically offers an escape through conversion, racial discrimination against the Jewish people permits no escape. Chris shares an excellent explanation of this deadly sin and …

Zero tolerance for antisemitism

Antisemitism, Part 1 of 3 | January 25, 2025

For thousands of years, humanity has fallen prey to a deadly sin: antisemitism. This hatred of the Jewish people takes many forms. This week, we’ll study religious antisemitism, which many carry out because they believe Jewish practices and beliefs prevent peace and progress. This form has reared its ugly head in dramatic ways throughout history—Greek King Antiochus IV’s desecration of …

Interview w/ Rabbi Shmuel Bowman, Operation Lifeshield | October 12, 2024

Israel is surrounded by enemies. Hamas, Hezbollah, and the Houthis, all backed by Iran, attack Israel relentlessly from many sides. Antisemitism is running rampant toward both the Jewish nation and Jewish people around the world. Is there any hope for Israel? God’s Word is clear: There will always be hope for Israel! God made a promise to Abraham—one that remains …

Antisemitism Alert

Israel My Glory In Depth: Interview w/ Ty Perry | August 3, 2024

Antisemitism is a serious, deep-reaching issue today—and it’s closer to you than you may think. Ty Perry, assistant to The Friends of Israel’s director of North American Ministries, covers real-life instances of antisemitism taking place today in his regular column ALERT (Antisemitism: The Longest-Enduring Racial Trauma) in Israel My Glory magazine. He joins Chris this week to share his expertise …

The founders of The Friends of Israel.

The Friends of Israel Origin Story | July 27, 2024

Everyone loves a good origin story. Learning about the factors that made someone who they are gives us a look behind the curtain and helps us better understand and appreciate a person. This week, we’re treating you to The Friends of Israel’s origin story!  In 1938, the world was engulfed in evil, sitting on the brink of World War II. …

Encounter Poland Team 2024

Encounter Poland Team Interview | July 20, 2024

In May, 16 young adults from the United States and Canada traveled to Poland to visit Holocaust sites as part of The Friends of Israel’s (FOI’s) training program, Encounter. Their trip gave them a sobering perspective on the horrors the Jewish people faced during the Holocaust and helped them deepen their love for God’s Chosen People.  Ty Perry, Timothy Rabinek, …

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Antisemitism Knows No Party: Interview w/ David Bernstein | June 29, 2024

Why is antisemitism dismissed in a way that other forms of racism are not? What makes hatred of the Jewish people so palatable? This week, David Bernstein, founder of the Jewish Institute for Liberal Values, speaks about the growth of global antisemitism. His analysis of the role of politics in antisemitism from college campuses to city streets will help you …