Inspiration from Zion from Jonathan Feldstein

This is the conversation we wish we were never having, but must have.  On April 7, the Dee family was changed forever as terrorists opened fire on a car driven by Lucy Dee, executing Lucy and two of her daughters, Maia and Rina. Terrorism is not new in Israel, but sometime it hits closer to home than expected, and shatters a family and community.  Despite his unimaginable loss and grief, Rabbi Leo...

The Queen of Sheba is known to have come to Israel to seek out King Solomon’s wisdom. She became a physical bridge between Israel and Africa, one with deep roots and tradition still today. Major Daughter is a South African media personality, writer, influencer, coach, faith leader, and much more.  She’s a modern Queen of Sheba, and behind The Leadership Summit, bringing a network of African leader...

There’s no more significant way to mark our 100th episode than by speaking with three dear Christian friends, all involved in building bridges with Jews for decades.  How has being in fellowship with Orthodox Israeli Jews impacted their lives and changed them, and their faith? It’s a fascinating dialogue about God, Bible, the Jewish people, Israel, and making friends. Join Rev. Linda Chandler, Bib...

The Ten Commandments are the cornerstone of Jewish law and the morality and ethics of Jews and Christians, as well as western society, and have been for centuries.  In recent years, some have challenged the significance of these, and that the very display and adherence to these Biblical laws are somehow an imposition on others.  David Barton is “America’s historian,” and is a scholar of American h...

What’s it like to become a Jew? In the Book of Ruth, Ruth the Moabite declares to her Jewish mother-in-law, “Your people will be my people, your God will be my God.” It’s the ultimate act of love, and loyalty, but Jewish tradition is that through this declaration, Ruth became part of the Jewish people.  Gayle Berman and Rachael Risby-Raz have both affirmed this personally as well, each converting...

This week, Israel and Jews and Christians throughout the nations celebrate Jerusalem Day, the anniversary of the miraculous reunification of Jerusalem under Israeli sovereignty in 1967. What’s the historic and prophetic significance of this?  Why do we celebrate? What’s the role for the Nations of the world in realizing the destiny of Zion for the future together? There’s nobody closer to the hear...

Usually, as host, I am behind the microphone, inviting guests, and asking the questions.  Recently I was invited to teach a virtual class by my friend Susan Warner. Dozens of people participated as I explored the nature of support for Israel among Christians, sharing my personal experiences, the root of antisemitism and more. The students thought it was a lively and engaging conversation with me s...

Ofir Dayan embodies Israeli and Jewish history with her mother’s family in the Land for generations, and her father’s family immigrating from Argentina.  She’s an inspiring and up and coming Israeli leader who considered her university education as part of her service to Israel. Little did she know that shortly after arrival, she’d find herself in the crosshairs and as a target of anti-Israel and...

Dr. Mike Cohen is a thought leader and long-time bridge builder between Jews and Christians with a diverse background as a writer, teacher, speaker, and so much more. His family history is a depiction of the history of the Jewish people, and his experiences especially at this season, are especially relevant. He is a top story teller in a nation of story tellers, and interweaves Biblical and modern...

Israel is the only country in the world where Memorial Day immediately precedes Independence Day. Hillel Fuld is a thought leader and thinks that for Israel, this is not only not a paradox, but it’s normal, and it’s proper. Hillel understands God’s divine presence in Israel’s miraculous flourishing over 75 years, but also has suffered loss with the terrorist murder of his brother Ari. How do Israe...

Is it possible to find beauty in the Holocaust, or is the very notion shocking and inappropriate? Lesley Richardson has carved out a beautiful niche in redefining beauty and telling the stories of Holocaust survivors through her unique prism and makes their suffering and their celebrations come to life.  On the eve of Holocaust Memorial Day, join this wide ranging conversation that speaks about th...

For the past three months, Israel has been embroiled in a domestic conflict regarding proposed judicial reforms that’s led to regular protests of hundreds of thousands, deepening divisions and polarization between those loosely called pro and anti-reformers, and even among members of the government.  Protests became nationwide strikes, leading to a backtracking by the government, and new negotiati...

News of proposed legislation in Israel set off a storm recently with implications that, in some way, Israel might be outlawing Christians from practicing or sharing their faith. Distressed Christians around the world engaged their Jewish friends in Israel seeking clarification. Jews openly debated the parameters of efforts to convert Jews to Christianity or another faith, specifically in Israel as...

Blessing Israel is not just something good to do because God says so; it’s good for business.  Mark Dreistadt and Steve Wearp embody that reality and have grown to carve out significant businesses that relate to promoting Israel, including products, tourism, marketing and more.  They’re outstanding and inspiring leaders and role models for whom the love of Israel, their heart for Israel, and seeki...

Art. It’s Biblical. From the inspired people tapped to create and construct the Tabernacle to so many other references to art, and the countless examples of the Bible inspiring art. Did you ever wonder how one overlays the Bible, to living in the Land of Israel, and working as an artist? Ronnit Barzel, Nicole Friedman, and Yael Harris Resnick share their truly inspiring and inspired insights overl...

Responding to the phenomena of an increase in Christians taking their children out of public schools and beginning to home school them, along with all the societal trends that are taking place in parallel, there’s a new parallel opportunity to build their faith in general, with Israel and Hebraic roots as the foundation. Biblical Excavations is establishing a foundation to make this a reality, som...

Purim is the festival where we celebrate the miraculous salvation of the Jews of Persia, 2500 years ago. But God is not even mentioned in the Book of Esther.  What happened that’s so significant that this Book is part of the Bible, that we celebrate it still today, and what are the messages from the Book of Esther that make it still so relevant today.  Sondra Baras is an amazing and inspired Bible...

It’s been a year since Russia invaded Ukraine.  Tens of thousands of Ukrainians have been killed and many cities in Ukraine destroyed. A year ago some thought the war was imminent and some thought it would never happen. Israeli and Jewish organizations around the world have stepped up to provide humanitarian relief to refugees and those stuck in Ukraine, and Israel has absorbed tens of thousands o...

Among the many unique aspects of Israeli life are the army.  Of course the army provided defense, but it’s also a great and highly respected pillar of Israeli society.  Most Israelis are obliged to do military service which makes the army a great national equalizer, bringing together people of all backgrounds for a common purpose. Yet unique within the IDF is a phenomena known as “lone soldiers.”...

Marzi Amirizadeh’s story is a story of miracles.  Growing up in Iran, she was subject to a brand of Islam that was intolerant, cruel, and hateful. Coming to faith as a Christian in Iran is not common, and certainly not easy. She risked her life to share her faith, but was saved, multiple times. Hear her brave and inspiring stories, and how as a new Christian in Iran, her understanding of Israel an...

Moses is known as the greatest leader in Jewish tradition. It’s not just because he and his life are featured in four of the five Books of the Torah, it’s how and why God chose him and what he did that are remarkable, and yet very relatable. What are Moses’ qualities that make him the great person he was?  He embodied great leadership skills, overlayed with empathy and an understanding of social j...

 In a generation that the last generation of Holocaust survivors are living their last years, remembering the Holocaust has never been more of an important obligation for us all. As we commemorate International Holocaust Memorial Day, we’re sharing the testimony of one man, Avraham Roet, who miraculously survived. His survival, along with being saved by righteous Christians, is a story you need to...

Faith and diplomacy in Israel are like bread and butter, but it takes someone with a special recipe to bring these together and make it as impactful as it can be.  Josh Reinstein is a leader in this area, on the front lines of blending faith and diplomacy to support Israel, all around the world. With Israel being the only Jewish state and one of two countries established on a Biblical foundation,...

Last month, Israel hosted the Sixth Christian Media Summit in Jerusalem. Some 150 Christian media personalities from dozens of counties. The agenda was full, including briefings and panel discussions on a range of topics, visits to important religious and historic sites, touring and meeting legislators at Israel’s Knesset, and to see first-hand life on the Gaza border. Elise Ann Allen, Felicia Fer...

What was King David’s zip code and how do we know? If an ancient letter were found today marked “Return to Sender,” where would it go? Join Ze’ev Orenstein of the City of David as we explore what’s new and what’s so significant in this ancient city, the actual place where King David established his palace, and which prove chapters and chapters of Biblical text. If Israel is the center of the world...