JEWISH VOICE BLOG

October 29, 2020

“Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.”” Romans 12:12 NIV I hope you find great encouragement in the words of the verse above. No matter what we are experiencing or what is happening in our world, because of what Jesus has done for each one of us, we can “be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.” Again this week there is much to share on countries seeking to normalize ties with Israel. There are further developments with both Sudan and Saud...

October 23, 2020

Bless Israel Sunday is an opportunity for you and your congregation or small group to become more equipped to encounter anti-Israel bias and errant theology about God’s commitment to His Chosen People, Israel. In this “Pray for Israel” blog series, you’ll find a prayer for Israel along with information to serve as a starting-off point from which to add your own prayers. Anti-Semitism and Anti-Israel Bias Over thousands of years, the ugly disease of anti-Semitism has remained alive in...

October 23, 2020

I’m writing to you because as we enter this season of miracles, with Chanukah quickly approaching, I’m hoping you’ll partner with us to provide the opportunity for more miracles at our Outreaches in Africa. Because of the coronavirus restrictions on public gatherings in the countries where we serve, we have been finding creative ways to serve the Jewish people in need in these areas. I have a story to share with you about one of these miracles, but first let me tell you about Chanukah. Thi...

October 22, 2020

“I will bless those who bless you…”” Genesis 12:3 NKJV This weekend, many churches across the U.S. will celebrate Jewish Voice’s Bless Israel Sunday. I encourage you to take a little extra time to pray for Israel and her people. Maybe spend some time seeking a deeper understanding of the important place Israel holds in God’s heart. You can download a Scripture page, bookmarks and a prayer guide here: jewishvoice.org/bless. In the news this past week, there are interesting developments...

October 19, 2020

Bless Israel Sunday is an opportunity for you to discover things about God’s faithfulness you may have never known before. In this “Pray for Israel” blog series, you’ll find a prayer for Israel along with information to serve as a starting-off point from which to add your own prayers. Messianic Jewish Believers Only 2 percent of Israel’s nine million-strong population identify as those who believe in Yeshua (Jesus). Messianic Jewish Believers are a minority in Israel, yet Messianic c...

October 19, 2020

I have to share with you that, even in the midst of all the challenges we’re all experiencing right now, my heart is filled with gratitude. The work of Jewish Voice – meeting physical needs and sharing the hope of Yeshua (Jesus) with Jewish people worldwide – wouldn’t be possible without you. During the turmoil of these past several months, we have seen your generosity and felt your prayers. That’s why this latest edition of Jewish Voice Today is focused on hope. Because of our Messiah, we...

October 16, 2020

Bless Israel Sunday is an opportunity to learn more about the “apple of God’s eye,” Israel and the Jewish people (Zechariah 2:12). In this “Pray for Israel” blog series, you’ll find a prayer for Israel along with information and a starting-off point from which to add your own prayers. Protection Unfortunately, terrorism is a part of life today. And Israel faces more than her share because of the hostility that neighboring Arab nations and Palestinians living in the Land hold toward h...

October 15, 2020

“How much better to get wisdom than gold, to choose understanding rather than silver.”” Proverbs 16:16 TLV When I read the news stories this week related to Israel, yet again I believe wisdom is what is needed – whether it be about the details of peace agreements or how to maintain the downward trend of coronavirus infections. Right now, the next steps in the historic treaty between Israel and United Arab Emirates (UAE) are happening. Israel’s cabinet approved the treaty and Prime Min...

October 14, 2020

This has been a year of changes. Changed plans, changed schedules, changed expectations. And yet, our hopes remain high, and our faith is rising. We are more confident than ever that the Lord is in control – leading, guiding and providing. God is also reminding us to do everything in love. Our hearts are stirred with love for the Dawro people of the Southern Nations region of Ethiopia. We are particularly eager to bless the Jewish people there as they have experienced not only hardship but al...

October 12, 2020

Bless Israel Sunday is an opportunity for you to discover things about God’s faithfulness you may have never known before. In this “Pray for Israel” blog series, you’ll find a prayer for Israel along with information to serve as a starting-off point from which to add your own prayers. People There is no end to a list of categories into which people can fall based on various common ground they share, whether related to age, gender, marriage, skills, interests or life experiences. The...