Episodes

Israel is the land of miracles, it is also the land of hope. Hope is exuded from everything to the national anthem and the very fact that Israel is alive and thriving against all odds and enemies. How does Israel breed hope in the face of terminal or long-term illness, in the face of war and terror? Join us with Dr. Ben Corn who has applied hope as a model to live life to the fullest, no matter the challenges, even in the most hopeless situations. www.Genesis123.co FB - www.facebook.com/Genesis...

Many Christians understand the spiritual and historic significance of Israel in their own faith. As should be. But not everyone understands the significance of the Bible and its seasons and feasts, and few understand like Pastor Mark Biltz. When most people think of Israel, they think of Biblical stories and prophesies, and the blessings of the modern state of Israel. Why are the moon and the stars so significant, especially at this season, and how did NASA help in this discovery? Pastor Mark B...

The Jewish people are known as the “People of the Book” because God revealed Himself to Abraham and established a covenant with his descendants through Isaac and Jacob, recorded in the Book of Books. But the Jewish people are among the most prolific writers and “consumers” of books today, especially in the Jewish state. What’s it like to be the largest English publisher of Jewish books of all kinds in Israel and how is this as much a mission from God as it is a family business, if not more? Ila...

In 2001, the UN convened a world conference on racism in Durban, South Africa. It was quickly hijacked and became an international forum to call out Israel and only Israel, propagate the idea that Israel is an apartheid state, and a foundation of the BDS movement to delegitimize Israel’s existence. Next week, the UN will convene a 20th anniversary event at which Israel will continue to be blamed to the exception of actually combatting racism. What’s behind this and why are allegations not only n...

The Olympics are not all about fun and sport, especially for Israel. In 1972, Palestinian Arab terrorists kidnapped and murdered 11 Israelis at the Munich games. Over the years, Israeli athletes have been discriminated against and seen Arab and Moslem athletes guilty of unsportsmanlike conduct. We speak with the widow of one of the victims in Munich and two current Olympians who have overcome adversity because of their being Jewish and Israeli, despite which you’ll be inspired and uplifted.

On the eve of Rosh Hashanah, the Biblical New Year, the Jewish people enter the most awesome season of the whole year known as the Ten Days of Repentance (or Return) which conclude with Yom Kippur. But the messages of this season are universal as forgiveness plays a critical role. What does the Torah say about this? How can we replicate King David’s sincerity? How do thousands of years of Jewish teaching guide us in this annual renewal? Rabbi Avi Baumol

It’s straight from the Bible: Exodus, Leviticus, Deuteronomy. God commands the Jewish people to let the Land rest every seven years. It’s like a Shabbat (Sabbath day of rest) for the whole Land, for a whole year. Join us to follow the backstory then, and how that applies to the restoration of Jewish sovereignty in the State of Israel today, and you’ve got the makings of another way in which we sanctify God and live lives that are holy. Rabbi Hayim Leiter, Magen Habrit https://podcasts.apple.com...

Most Christians know that Israel is significant to them and their faith - Biblically, and in modern times as the fulfillment of many prophesies. Why is Israel significant to you? Why should it be? Have you been to Israel and how has that changed or added dimension to your faith? How is Israel significant if you’ve not yet visited? This is the beginning of a series that asks Christian leaders these questions and more. Be part of the dialogue. Rev. Linda Chandler, Austin Brethren Church www.Gene...

In addition to its overall high level of sophistication and integrity, Israel’s army plays a central role in Israeli society. Since most young men and women do military or national service, the soldiers are all our sons and daughters, literally and figuratively. At times of war, or just intense heat, Israeli’s are programmed to step up to show their support and appreciation. Through this story, now you can too. www.Genesis123.co FB - www.facebook.com/Genesis123Foundation Twitter - @Genesis123F ...

Israel has problems and challenges that are unique (war and terror), and ones that all societies have as well. What happens when the two intersect and at-risk youth are put in the crosshairs and feel extra unsafe? Today we discuss an inspiring example about how we help turn youth at risk into children of promise, and a specific instance where average people have made a huge difference. www.Genesis123.co FB - www.facebook.com/Genesis123Foundation Twitter - @Genesis123F IG - Genesis_123_Foundatio...

Recently, Ben and Jerry's announced a boycott of Israel that's antisemitic, discriminatory, and illegal, setting off reciprocal creative boycotts by supporters of Israel around the world, of Ben and Jerry's and their parent company, Unilever. Many potential lawsuits also about. We're joined by political and nonprofit consultant, Ruthie Lieberman, from the site of a 3000 year old archeological dig (sorry for the poor audio) to unpack and understand what this means. www.Genesis123.co FB - www.fac...

“Til Kingdom Come” is a new Israeli documentary that was ostensibly produced to share about the blessing to Israel of support from Christians. It turned out to be a gross misrepresentation of what that support is about, at best capturing a snapshot of the phenomena of Christian support for Israel at a single point in time with just that image being depicted as the reality of all Christian support for Israel. Unfortunately, the film does so in a way that’s misleading at best. In fact, it’s dishon...

Live from Israel, building bridges between Jews and Christians, sharing firsthand updates, unique insights, and inspiring stories. Connect with God’s people, their Land, and the blessings and challenges of daily life. Jonathan Feldstein is an Orthodox Jew, and president of the Genesis 123 Foundation. He’s a gifted and engaging communicator and writer, with a long history of fellowshipping with Christians.