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The prophet Malachi referred to the Temple altar as “the table of the Lᴏʀᴅ,” indicating a close relationship and fellowship between God and His people. Yet, the Israelites flippantly offered unworthy sacrifices on this table, failing to give the Lord the honor due Him. Part 2 of our 4-part series on the book of Malachi examines Israel’s relationship with God …
In the last book of the Old Testament, the prophet Malachi warned the children of Israel that they needed to repent of their sin. Having recently returned to the Holy Land from exile, they were guilty of the same sin with which many of us struggle today: spiritual apathy, or indifference. Though they sacrificed to God, they didn’t give Him …
The state of Israel is a thriving, bustling democracy. But the freedoms Israelis enjoy today came at the expense of much pain and war immediately at its inception. A recently revealed excerpt from the diary of Israel’s first prime minister, David Ben-Gurion, offers an unfiltered view into the tension-filled beginnings of the Jewish state and reminds us of the great …
What is the main purpose of Scripture? Many believe it’s our salvation from sin. While salvation certainly is a major theme, the overarching message of the Bible goes beyond our individual redemption. In the conclusion of our 3-part series on why Bible interpretation matters, we continue studying Dr. Charles Ryrie’s theology by focusing on the glory of God—the true purpose …
Why does it matter how we interpret the Bible? One major reason concerns God’s Chosen People. We believe that God blessed the Jewish people—the descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob—and made specific promises to them. However, the growing belief in Replacement Theology, which considers the church as the “true Israel” and the new beneficiaries of those promises, has blurred the …
Does the Bible ever confuse you? Do you struggle to understand some of its teachings? Remember, the best method of reading the Bible doesn’t require any special abilities. All it takes is a plain sense, literal reading of the Word! This approach matters greatly—especially when it comes to understanding what God declares about Israel and the Jewish people. In part …
How did the Middle East become the focus of global attention it is today? Settle in for the story on this week’s broadcast! Chris tells the remarkable story of the 45 young men and women of Kibbutz Hill who spent years secretly producing the bullets Israel’s soldiers would use to fight their War for Independence in 1948. Though heavily outnumbered, …
The Middle East is always near the forefront of the world’s attention. Many people look at the region—its wars and geopolitical alliances—and wonder, “How did we get here?” Chris provides the answers in part 1 of our 3-part series on the makings of the Middle East! The defeat of the longstanding Ottoman Empire opened the door to a new order …
Recently, Chris led a group of ministry leaders to Israel. More than a sightseeing tour, this trip provided a deeply meaningful opportunity for Christians to love and support God’s Chosen People, beleaguered citizens of a country still at war. While in Israel, Chris spoke with several individuals to gain a clear picture of the difficulties so many displaced Israelis have …
What does truly God-honoring ministry look like? Here’s a hint: It involves less speaking and more doing! In Leviticus 8, when Moses ordained Aaron and his sons to serve as the high priests of Israel, God directed him to place the blood of the ram sacrifice on specific parts of their bodies—their ears, thumbs, and toes. This divine order may …
