“And Isaac brought her into his mother Sarah’s tent, and took Rebekah, and she became his wife; and he loved her: and Isaac was comforted after his mother’s death” (Genesis 24:67). This is a peculiar verse. What does it mean “Isaac was comforted after his mother’s death”? What void did Rebekah fill? What was so…

“He made the stars also” (Genesis 1:16). What an awesome thought to ponder as you consider the billions of stars that exist. These five words reflect the sovereign creative ability of God (Hebrew, “Elohim”, making reference to His majestic power). The phrase, “He made the stars also,” is like an after-thought, “Oh, by the way,…

The name “New Jerusalem” is found twice in Scripture (Rev. 3:12; 21:2). It is believed that the New Jerusalem will be inhabited by the Church. John was told that he would be shown the bride, the Lamb’s wife in Revelation 21:9, and he was shown the city, the New Jerusalem in 21:10,11. This city was…

“He hath shewed thee, O man, what is good; and what doth the Lord require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God” (Micah 6:8). This verse reflects what some call the “Jewish Golden Rule” and is termed “Halakah”. Halakah is the quintessential characteristic of Judaism.1…

“I will bless them that bless thee…” (Genesis 12:3).  Jewish life is replete with “berakhot” – blessings. Blessings for food & wine. Blessings for smelling fragrant oils, fruits & plants. Blessings for sight & hearing and so forth. Perhaps the most intriguing blessing is the “Birkat Kohanim,” or the “Priestly Blessing” sometimes called “Aarons’ Blessing.”…

Stone Structures Walking down the alleyway from my apartment heading towards the main intersection I was struck once again with unique diversity of Jerusalem. The crescent moon was rising as Shabbat ended and the city began to wake up. I have been to Jerusalem several times now and I attempted to paused and look at…

Another Miracle Happened Here! Goal: $14,000 – Received: $28,000 Goal: One Home – Miracle: Two Homes Two Homes – 50 Children – A Whole Year (Children Should Always Be in a Safe Place) The Tragedy The children come from homes where they see violence, sexual abuse, drug addiction and despair. The only hope, joy, and…

War War drums are beating once again in the Middle East!  As of this writing more protests at various western embassies, principally against U.S. embassies are taking place.  The protests are over this sophomoric film that insults Islam and as a result people have been murdered, including America’s ambassador to Libya Christopher Stevens. Why The…

Moving Mountains Since 2002 and God is still moving mountains for Israel Today Ministries!  Thousands of meals provided and we are seeing the harvest of God’s ancient people believing and trusting in their Messiah. In This Part of the World Working in this part of the world takes time, precious time to measure success.  It…

“Then the Lord put forth His hand and touched my mouth, and the Lord said to me: ‘Behold I have put My words in your mouth'”(Jeremiah 1:9). One should take note that here the hand of God is sent to touch the prophet’s mouth. God put “his words” in Jeremiah’s mouth. Isaiah had a similar…