Did you know that in the Gospel writings, there were Jewish Leaders who came to Jesus? Not all of the Jewish leaders in the Bible rejected Jesus as the Son of God and the promised Messiah. While the unbelieving Pharisees and Sadducees often receive the most attention, there were some Jewish leaders who did believe [...]
One of the organizations that we support for ministry in Israel is Aviv Ministry. Led by Dov and Olga Bikas, the organization ministers to the practical needs of Israelis. They serve the homeless, the drug addicted, the hungry, and the hurting. This month, their ministry newsletter tells a powerful story, and I’ve asked their permission [...]
Remember this and stand firm, recall it to mind, you transgressors, remember the former things of old; for I am God, and there is no other; I am God, and there is none like me, declaring the end from the beginning and from ancient times things not yet done, saying, ‘My counsel shall stand, and [...]
Antioch was an interesting place. The bustling city in Syria was home to a diverse group of believers—both Jew and gentile—who worshipped the God of Israel together. In fact, Antioch would be the training ground for a young man named Paul, also known as Saul, as God prepared him for a global ministry. After [...]
Dear friends and partners, This month, I bring a personal life update to you that has bearing on my work with Lifting up Zion. On Monday, December 8, I successfully defended my Doctor of Ministry dissertation, “Messianic Jews and Antisemitism: Responses and Jewish Perspectives.” It was an arduous but worthwhile journey, and I pray this [...]
In Romans, we see a heartfelt expression from the Apostle Paul, that he deeply desired and earnestly prayed that the Jewish people would be saved. It seems that Paul was deeply convicted of this prayer in his heart. In Romans 9, he said: I am speaking the truth in Christ—I am not lying; my conscience [...]
These men who have turned the world upside down have come here also. Acts 17:6 In Israel, there are approximately 20,000 Jewish people who believe in Yeshua as Messiah. While the percentage of Messianic Jews is relatively small, their number is increasing. In fact, in 1999, there were only 5,000 Messianic Jews. This should remind [...]
The following is an excerpt from the booklet, How You Should Pray for Israel, available for free at www.liftingupzion.org. In 1 Timothy 2, we are encouraged to pray for all people. We read that we should pray for all people so that we can live a life that is peaceful and quiet. Praying for all [...]
Jerusalem On Fire And I will be to her a wall of fire all around, declares the Lord, and I will be the glory in her midst. Zechariah 2:5 On April 30, headlines announced that Jerusalem was on fire. This fire was not the spiritual fire we would hope and pray for, but a vicious [...]
Pray for the peace of Jerusalem! “May they be secure who love you! Peace be within your walls and security within your towers!” For my brothers and companions' sake I will say, “Peace be within you!” For the sake of the house of the Lord our God, I will seek your good. Psalm 122:6-9 The [...]
