Blessors of Israel

Acts 17:10-12 reveals that when the Apostle Paul came to Berea, he discovered the Bereans were “more noble-minded than those in Thessalonica” because “they received the word with great eagerness” and were “examining the Scriptures daily to see whether” the things Paul was teaching were true. During this episode of the Blessors of Israel Podcast, Dr. Matthew Dodd shares highlights from his visit to...

Acts 17:10-12 reveals that when the Apostle Paul came to Berea, he discovered the Bereans were “more noble-minded than those in Thessalonica” because “they received the word with great eagerness” and were “examining the Scriptures daily to see whether” the things Paul was teaching were true. During this episode of the Blessors of Israel Podcast, Dr. Matthew Dodd shares highlights from his visit to...

At Mars Hill in Athens, Greece, the Apostle Paul declared to the leading philosophers of his day that “God is now declaring to men that all people everywhere should repent, because He has fixed a day in which He will judge the world in righteousness through a Man whom He has appointed, having furnished proof to all men by raising Him from the dead” (Acts 17:30-31).

The Western Wall in Jerusalem holds great significance for the Jews and Christians alike. During this episode of the Blessors of Israel Podcast, Dr. Matthew Dodd visits the Western Wall and shares the historical and biblical significance of this location for Judaism and Christianity. Visit the Blessors of Israel Website: https://www.blessors.org/ Thank you for supporting Blessors of Israel. Donate...

Hamas terrorists from the Gaza Strip and the Houthis from Yemen continue to launch rockets at Israel, even on the Sabbath. During this episode of the Blessors of Israel Podcast, Dr. Matthew Dodd shares an update from Mt. Scopus in Jerusalem and describes what it was like to take refuge in a bomb shelter with Jews observing the Sabbath. He also provides recent updates from Israel along with insight...

How has life changed for Jews living in Israel after October 7, 2023? During this episode of the Blessors of Israel Podcast, Dr. Matthew Dodd interviews Mark Gershom, an Israel tour guide, about the impact of October 7, 2023 upon his life and his perspective regarding a Two-State Solution. Visit the Blessors of Israel Website: https://www.blessors.org/ Thank you for supporting Blessors of Israel....

It’s 4AM and suddenly Israel is awakened by the sound of sirens because the Houthis have fired a rocket at Israel from Yemen. What does it feel like to be awakened by sirens in Israel? During this episode of the Blessors of Israel Podcast, Dr. Matthew Dodd shares his experience and what it taught him about Israel and her people’s ability to endure repeated attacks from Hamas, Hezbollah, the Houthi...

What is Israel like almost 18 months after Hamas terrorists attacked Israel on October 7, 2023? During this episode of the Blessors of Israel Podcast, Dr. Matthew Dodd shares his first impressions of Israel after arriving in Tel Aviv, Israel earlier this week. He also shares how the Lord is setting the stage for the fulfillment of biblical prophecy and why it is important for God’s people to stand...

The news cycle is constantly changing now that President Donald Trump is in office, especially when it comes to Israel’s war against Hamas. One moment there are talks about transforming the war-torn Gaza Strip into the “Riviera” of the Middle East. Then there are ultimatums leveled against Hamas if the hostages are not released which are followed by a return to negotiations involving a phased appr...

The Palestinian Authority and Saudi Arabia are drafting their respective plans for Gaza in response to President Donald Trump’s solution. Will their plans work? During this episode of the Blessors of Israel Podcast, Dr. Matthew Dodd and Pastor Rich answer this question and also address new issues confronting Israel as they seek to secure peace and security for her people. Visit the Blessors of Isr...

President Donald Trump has proposed that the United States take over the Gaza Strip in order to clear and rebuild it. By doing so, Trump also plans to remove Iran’s terrorist proxy, Hamas, so that Israel’s people may dwell securely and live peacefully. President Trump’s plan has been rejected by many on the global stage, but is there a better plan for Gaza? During this episode of the Blessors of I...

On Tuesday, February 4, 2025, President Donald Trump stunned the world when he declared during a press conference with Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that the U.S. will take over the Gaza Strip and that Gaza has the potential to become “the Riviera of the Middle East.” How realistic is President Trump’s vision for Gaza? During this episode of the Blessors of Israel Podcast, Pastor Rich...

Israel has weakened Iran on the world stage and Iran is fearful that things will get worse in 2025. During this episode of the Blessors of Israel Podcast, Dr. Matthew Dodd and Pastor Rich Jones review recent news from Israel and what Iran’s response may mean for peace in the Middle East. Visit the Blessors of Israel Website: https://www.blessors.org/ Thank you for supporting Blessors of Israel. Do...

Israel and Hamas have agreed to a ceasefire and hostage/prisoner exchange. Will this new ceasefire bring lasting peace in the Middle East? During this episode of the Blessors of Israel Podcast, Dr. Matthew Dodd and Pastor Rich Jones discuss the details of the ceasefire and take a sober look at the possibility for peace in the Middle East. Visit the Blessors of Israel Website: https://www.blessors....

Iran is facing problems on multiple fronts. Iran’s economy is failing. Iran’s proxies, Hamas and Hezbollah, have been declawed and defanged. And Iran faces threats from the U.S. and Israel against its nuclear facilities. Clearly, there is trouble in Persia’s paradise. During this episode of the Blessors of Israel Podcast, Dr. Matthew Dodd and Pastor Rich Jones discuss the alarming turn of events f...

After the fall of Syria, there is growing concern that Iran will instigate the fall of Jordan. Will Jordan be next? During this episode of the Blessors of Israel Podcast, Dr. Matthew Dodd and Pastor Rich Jones share the latest updates from Syria and how Iran is seeking to destabilize Jordan. Dr. Dodd and Pastor Rich also discuss how Syria’s fall has impacted Russia, Iran, and Turkey. Visit the Ble...

It’s been 14 months since Iranian-backed Hamas terrorists barbarically attacked Israel. Since that time, Hamas has been defeated, Hezbollah has been decapitated, and Syria has fallen. Truly, Iran’s Axis of Resistance has been seriously diminished. On Friday, December 6, 2024, Pastor Rich Jones and Dr. Matthew Dodd gave a Prophecy Update in order to discuss the impact of October 7th and how that da...

Bashar al Assad has fled Syria and is now exiled in Russia. The rebel forces in Syria have created another challenge for Israel along its border. What does the fall of Assad’s regime mean for Israel? During this special edition of the Blessors of Israel Podcast, Dr. Matthew Dodd and Pastor Rich Jones discuss the latest news concerning Syria along with the implications for Israel and the potential...

Israel and Hezbollah have agreed to a 60-day ceasefire. Will it hold and what will it mean for peace in the Middle East? During this episode of the Blessors of Israel Podcast, Dr. Matthew Dodd and Pastor Rich Jones discuss this latest development between Israel and Hezbollah and what it may mean for the rest of the region. Visit the Blessors of Israel Website: https://www.blessors.org/ Thank you f...

The International Criminal Court (ICC) issued arrest warrants for Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant. What is behind the ICC’s unprecedented action? During this episode of the Blessors of Israel Podcast, Pastor Rich Jones joins Dr. Matthew Dodd in studio to discuss this alarming development and what it may mean for Israel as it fights against Irania...

On October 1, 2024, Iran fired approximately 200 projectiles at Israel. The world has held its breath ever since. How would Israel respond? In a word, “Strategically.” During this episode of the Blessors of Israel Podcast, Dr. Matthew Dodd and Pastor Rich Jones discuss this significant development and how the stage is being set for the fulfillment of Ezekiel 38-39, the Battle of Gog and Magog. Vis...

China’s Xi reaffirmed his communist nation’s support for Iran while attending a meeting of the BRICS alliance of nations. During this episode of the Blessors of Israel Podcast, Dr. Matthew Dodd and Pastor Rich Jones discuss the significance of this development along with other news pertaining to the Middle East, Russia, and Turkey. Visit the Blessors of Israel Website: https://www.blessors.org/ Th...

Yahya Sinwar is dead. What does Sinwar’s death mean for the conflict between Israel and Hamas? During this episode of the Blessors of Israel Podcast, Pastor Rich Jones joins Dr. Matthew Dodd in studio to discuss the ramifications of Sinwar’s death for Hamas along with the potential for peace in the Middle East. Visit the Blessors of Israel Website: https://www.blessors.org/ Thank you for supportin...

Recent reporting reveals that Russia is spreading chaos in the Middle East by empowering Iran’s proxies. Why? During this episode of the Blessors of Israel Podcast, Pastor Rich Jones and Dr. Matthew Dodd discuss new revelations about Russia’s involvement in the Middle East. They also highlight the significance of Russia, Iran, and Turkey in the events of the latter days. Visit the Blessors of Isra...

With the October 7th anniversary of Hamas’s attack on Israel just days away, what is Israel’s strategy for Hamas, Hezbollah, and Iran? During this episode of the Blessors of Israel Podcast, Pastor Rich Jones joins Dr. Matthew Dodd in studio to discuss recent developments in Israel’s war Hamas, Hezbollah, and Iran. Pastor Rich and Dr. Dodd also discuss how Christians can stand with Israel at this c...