As we continue to follow what is happening here in Israel, many of us find ourselves pausing more often, reflecting, and praying. The pace of the news is fast, opinions are loud, and emotions run high. Yet beneath all of this, there is a quieter question that the Lord seems to be asking His people in this season—not only here in Israel, but around the world.
Where do you stand?
Scripture reminds us that God is never caught off guard by history. He is not reacting to events as they unfold; He is faithfully working out His purposes, just as He has always done.
“Surely the Lord GOD does nothing, unless He reveals His secret to His servants the prophets”
Amos 3:7
God speaks so that His people may walk with understanding, peace, and trust.
Israel has never been merely a symbol or an abstract idea. It is not just a chapter in the Bible or a theme in theology. Israel is a living, breathing part of God’s ongoing story. From the moment God called Abraham and promised:
“I will bless those who bless you”
Genesis 12:3
He revealed His heart for generations to come. That promise was not limited to one moment in history—it continues to unfold before our eyes.
Even today, we see how deeply the nations are drawn to what happens in this land. Scripture anticipated this long ago. Isaiah declared,
“For the word of the LORD shall go forth from Jerusalem”
Isaiah 2:3
God’s purposes continue to flow from here, often in ways that are quiet, sometimes in ways that are very visible, but always according to His faithfulness.
Because of this, the Church was never meant to relate to Israel from a distance. The Bible does not describe our connection as optional or secondary, but as something deeply rooted. The apostle Paul uses the picture of a root and branches to help us understand this relationship, reminding believers,
“You do not support the root, but the root supports you”
Romans 11:18
This is not about politics or popularity—it is about remaining connected to what God has been doing since the beginning.
Walking in that alignment does not always mean having all the answers. Often, it simply means choosing faithfulness, prayer, and humility before the Lord. Jesus’ invitation to follow Him was never harsh or forced; it was gentle and honest.
“If anyone would come after Me, let him deny himself, take up his cross, and follow Me”
Luke 9:23
This is not a call to fear, but an invitation to trust Him daily, even when the path ahead is unclear.
Here in Israel, these truths are not theoretical. We experience them in very practical ways. Day by day, we continue serving people, strengthening believing communities, praying together, and building for the future. We see pain, but we also see hope. We encounter uncertainty, but we also witness God’s faithfulness in small and large ways alike. Through it all, we are reminded that we are not walking alone.
Scripture tells us,
“So we, though many, are one body in Messiah”
Romans 12:5
This unity is not just a spiritual idea—it is something we live out together. Your prayers, encouragement, and partnership connect you directly to what God is doing here. You are not standing on the sidelines; you are walking with us.
This season invites each of us to gently examine our hearts and ask where we stand—not out of pressure, but out of desire to remain close to the Lord. As Joshua once challenged the people,
“Choose this day whom you will serve”
Joshua 24:15
Our prayer is that, again and again, we would choose to trust God, align our hearts with His, and walk forward in faith.
Thank you for standing with us in prayer and support. Thank you for caring about this land and the people who live here. And thank you for being part of what God is doing in Israel in this season. We are deeply grateful to walk this journey together, encouraged by His faithfulness and confident in His promises.
God bless you!
