Articles for tag: Jerusalem

February 17, 2010

By Mark A. Taylor When I returned from my trip to Israel, my wife said, “You are NOT going to begin speeches or sermons with, “˜When I was in Israel . . .” Right?” And I guess I never have. I don”t think I”ve ever written about that trip, either. But I couldn”t resist adding my testimony after reading Marshall Hayden”s and Tom Jones”s moving pieces this week. Their experiences help me remember my own special time there. I think the majestic Sea of Galilee was my favorite stop. Although it is usually still, wind churned it into waves the

April 12, 2009

Christian Standard

Mission & Evangelism

This Is the Church”s Moment

By Ethan Magness The fifth chapter of 2 Samuel records three pivotal events in the life of David and the history of Israel. First, David is acknowledged as the king of all Israel. Saul and his legacy are rejected, and David is established as the unquestioned ruler. Politically he has arrived. Second, David conquers Jerusalem and establishes a new capital. Geographically (and strategically) he has arrived. Third, David defeats the Philistines. From Gibeon to Gezer he strikes down the powerful Philistine army. Militarily he has arrived. He has one more important task. He must retrieve the ark of the covenant

September 23, 2007

Doyle Roth

Christian Living

Answered Prayer in the Holy Land

A Holy Land journey reconnects Scripture to place—from the Sea of Galilee to Jerusalem—while unexpected emergencies and answered prayers deepen the group’s understanding of God’s provision and the urgency of seeking the lost.

August 21, 2005

Ken Read

Devotionals

Reflections on Israel

Ken Read reflects on a study tour in Palestine, revisiting Nazareth, Jerusalem, Bethlehem, and Bethesda and seeing the gospel story in real places—then hearing a renewed call to prayer and active faith.