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In the Old Testament days, the feet were considered the dirtiest part of the body. There were no shoes. People either wore open sandals or walked barefoot. Interestingly, Isaiah, who lived in this age, described a herald’s feet as beautiful. How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of him who brings good news, who proclaims peace, who brings glad tidings of good things, who proclaims salvation, who says to Zion, “Your God reigns!” (Isaiah…

The ability to preach the Gospel without being pushy is a skill every believer needs to add to their toolkit. While there’s a need to be assertive at times, we must learn that honey attracts more flies than vinegar, meaning a gentle approach and a willingness to go one step at a time with individuals is a greatly effective method of evangelism. The Gospel is a beautiful message for all. Paul called it God’s “power…

Every believer in Yeshua has the mandate of evangelism. Just before Yeshua’s ascension, He commanded His disciples to go into the world and preach the Gospel. That includes you and me. Paul, in his second epistle to the church in Corinth, called believers in Yeshua “ambassadors for Christ.” It is our responsibility to represent Yeshua well in every interaction we have with others. In the case of the Jewish people, where there are plenty of…

The past few weeks have been terrible for Israel, with terror attacks here and there. While the government works tirelessly to contain the situation, things appear to be getting worse. Recently, a Muslim-Arab Knesset member, Ayman Odeh, was found encouraging Arab Police Officers and soldiers to quit serving in the Israel Defense Service. Although that can be discouraging, we should keep hold of God’s promise of protection for Israel (Deuteronomy 31:6). God always keeps to…

The recent terror attacks in Israel are painful episodes that we will never forget. In just a few days, 11 lives have been claimed, including Arab-Christian Police Officer Amir Khouri. Sadly, it does not look like we’re through the worst of it. There is talk that more attacks will follow. Regardless of what happens, we must hold onto God’s promise that He will never leave nor forsake His people (Deuteronomy 31:6-8). I am thankful He…