Episodes

It’s always a pleasure to speak with someone who looks at Israel and the relationship between Christians with Israel from a unique perspective. It’s a special pleasure to do so when the lens through which someone looks is a gifted professional. As a filmmaker, photographer, and now author of a book, David Kiern is such a person. Usually, a book comes before a film, but “I Am Israel” the film came before and inspired the magnificent book. What’s so unique and special about these? Listen and see, ...

Israel’s FIFTH national election in 3.5 years is taking place on November 1. Polls are indicating an outcome that may be inconclusive, leading to the inability of any person or party to form a government, and possibly a sixth election in 2023. Perhaps more than ever before, there are a large number of undecided voters, due to a wide variety of issues. What’s behind that and what’s the potential outcome as a result? Join Eve Harow, Marc Singer, and David Weiss sharing their insightful comments an...

Christian friends of Israel is a general term encompassing tens of millions of people or more. It is also a ministry that’s based in Jerusalem, one of the pioneers from among the nations, placing themselves at the center of Jewish life, in the eternal capital of the State of Israel and the heart of the Jewish people. Sharon Sanders, along with her husband Ray, were called to establish Christian Friends of Israel Jerusalem, now a global organization. Passing the torch, Tristan Hall recently assum...

A year ago, a Native Americans leapt to the forefront blessing Israel, passing the first ever resolution recognizing Israel as a sovereign Jewish nation and Jerusalem as its eternal undivided capital by the indigenous Cherokee tribe of Northeast Alabama. It blessed Israel and underscored the significant relations between Israel and the Jewish people, and the Cherokee, as indigenous people in our respective lands. What led to this and why is it so significant, among Native Americans, in the US, a...

Two weeks ago, Israel celebrated a once in a lifetime event, the return of the red heifer. Not just once in a lifetime, but the first time in almost 2000 years. Their return was met with euphoria, celebration, raised eyebrows, and even criticism. What’s the significance of the realization of a few verses in Numbers that we’ve read but never had the occasion to see happen, until now? How are Jews and Christians partnering in this? www.Genesis123.co FB - www.facebook.com/Genesis123Foundation Tw...

In the wake of flooding not seen since Genesis, 33 million people in Pakistan have been impacted by record floods, loss of life, destruction of property, and a humanitarian situation that’s wiped out crops, creating hunger, and breeding disease. The Genesis 123 Foundation is leading an effort to provide critical relief. Hear how bad the crisis is, what Christians in Pakistan are doing to help, and how Jews and Christians have come together to help.

Seeing the Land of Israel is a dream of millions. Modern Israel overlays recent historical milestones and events overlaid with archeological milestones and evidence of Biblical history. As much as one can spend a lifetime discovering these and their significance, there are still many significant sites “off the beaten path” which few explore and understand. Veteran tour guide, David Ha’ivri, navigates us through several of these sites, and explains the historic and modern significance. www.Genes...

On September 5, 1972, a horrific terrorist attack took place against Israel’s Olympic team competing in the Munich Olympics. As we mark 50 years, for the families of the survivors, the past five decades has been tormenting, dealing with their loss, as well as the cover up that’s still going on. Mika Slavin is the youngest sister of Mark Slavin, the youngest member of Israel’s Olympic team and the one most likely to have brought home a medal. Hear her story, and Mark’s, that’s both miraculous and...

On September 5, 1972, a horrific terrorist attack took place against Israel’s Olympic team competing in the Munich Olympics. As we mark 50 years, for the families of the survivors, the past five decades has been tormenting, dealing with their loss, as well as the cover up that’s still going on. Mika Slavin is the youngest sister of Mark Slavin, the youngest member of Israel’s Olympic team and the one most likely to have brought home a medal. Hear her story, and Mark’s, that’s both miraculous and...

In the first week of September 2007, Israel acted decisively and secretly taking out a North Korean built nuclear facility in Syria, eliminating a clear and present danger that, in the hands of the evil Syrian regime, could have been disastrous for Israel. Now, 15 years later, what were once secrets can now be told, and are important as Israel confronts a bigger and more dangerous threat from Iranian nuclear aspirations. Yaakov Katz wrote the authoritative book, Shadow Strike, about this operati...

Christian support for Israel and understanding of the Biblical significance of Israel and the Jewish people is widespread, all over the world. There are many nuances as to WHY this is, but it all boils down to God, and His covenant with the Jewish people, and the promises made to and through them that are being fulfilled daily. Jared Laskey, Jamie Luce, and Tony Myers are three of the most important hosts of podcasts on the Charisma Podcast Network, with ministries that are wide ranging. Join us...

Even for Christians with a heart for Israel and the Jewish people, connecting to Jews and learning to relate together is not something that doesn’t come without its challenges. Dr. Susan Michael is a pioneer of this, leading and guiding Christians to create understanding as a cornerstone for deep relations. There are several ways that are intuitive but not always thought about and about which she’s written and spoken widely. Join us as she shares these with us, some of the challenges, best pract...

Decades of communism and atheism have left Cuba cursed. For the past 50 years, Cuba has severed ties with Israel and sides with the anti-Israel, Arab, Islamic, and other evil terrorists in the UN and elsewhere. Yet for Pastor Blake Lorenz, breaking the curse over Cuba is as “simple” as blessing Israel. He just returned from Cuba where he taught that, and received a Love Offering to bless Israel more than 20 times the average monthly salary. See what God is doing to break the curse, using His sim...

There’s a growing trend among Christians to understand the Jewish roots of their faith, understanding Jesus as a First Century Jew and the festivals he observed, the language he spoke, and the culture around this. Dr. Victoria Savardi has immersed herself in this as part of her own faith journey, and shares how important it is for all Christians to understand and embrace as well. This is a powerful conversation, significant for Jews and Christians, to understand more and create understanding amo...

We combine current events in Israel with our Ask the Rabbi program as we discuss the overall issue of religious modesty in everyday life. What are the necessary barriers to be able to live modestly in a society that’s hyper-sexualized and what does Jewish tradition teach? While barriers are important, there are important nuances and exceptions to be deliberate about how we interact with members of the opposite sex. Rabbi Elan Adler enlightens us with modern purposeful applications to an ancient ...

Last week, President Biden visited Israel and Saudi Arabia with a wide range of objectives. It was his first visit to Israel as president, but his 10th overall. Political and military analyst (Major) Elliot Chodoff helps unpack issues surrounding undermining Israeli sovereignty in Jerusalem, the Iranian nuclear threat, relations with Saudi Arabia, and the Palestinian Authority, and how these intersect and impact upcoming elections in the US and Israel. www.Genesis123.co FB - www.facebook.com/G...

Most people think of Jews as white and European, the product of a diaspora from Israel thousands of years ago. But Jews were scattered to the four corners of the world and are among the most multi-ethnic people. Rabbi Mordechai Yosef Ben-Avraham is not just a black Jew, but a Jew by choice, and an Orthodox rabbi. His worldview and experiences are unique, and he shares these openly and with an eye on history, and where he’s come from. www.Genesis123.co FB - www.facebook.com/Genesis123Foundation...

Israel is a thriving democracy caught in a political and electoral stalemate. As Israelis prepare for an unprecedented FIFTH national election in 3.5 years, what’s behind the instability, what do we need to look forward to and keep our eyes on, and how should we be praying for Israel at this season. Veteran Israeli journalist and analyst Calev Ben-David shares his insight. www.Genesis123.co FB - www.facebook.com/Genesis123Foundation Twitter - @Genesis123F IG - Genesis_123_Foundation Find ou...

Despite the Bible being the divine word of God and revered as such by Jews and Christians, when it comes to Leviticus some people scratch their heads, roll their eyes, get confused, and at least figuratively think “NEXT,” and wish to turn the page. This eye-opening conversation with Sondra Oster Baras helps us understand why Leviticus Matters in our lives today from a traditional Jewish perspective.

Earlier this month, Dr. Steve Green - a great teacher, mentor, and man of God, passed away. Dr. Greene was known, followed, and loved by many. As host of his own popular podcast, he helped others succeed in this space as well. In January, we recorded this conversation about how he saw the significance of Israel among Christians, which is insightful and powerful, especially considering that he had never been to Israel. Sadly, while we discussed his coming to visit, we never got to realize that, b...

The frequency with which Hispanics are discovering their Jewish roots, linked to the Inquisition and expulsion of Jews from Spain is astounding. The stories of people realizing that their unique family traditions are Jewish traditions. How does this historic reality play out today? What’s unique about the significance of Israel in the Hispanic community. Join us as we peel back the layers with Pastor Becky Keenan and Jesse Rojo. www.Genesis123.co FB - www.facebook.com/Genesis123Foundation Twi...

There’s a growing awareness among Jews from a Sephardic background and Hispanics all over the world of deep, historical, and cultural roots. It’s a fascinating part of Jewish history that breaches a rift of Jews being forcefully removed from the Jewish people that relates to one in four Hispanics, some 200 million people today with significant Jewish roots. Ashley Perry is an expert on this prophetic trend. Join us for a fascinating conversation spanning several hundred years. www.Genesis123.co...

In June 1982, I arrived in Israel for the summer, an Israel at war. Three weeks earlier, on the first day of that war and in one of its bloodiest battles, Raz Guterman was killed as his commando unit fought to take the ancient Beaufort Castle in southern Lebanon. Three weeks after his death, Raz’s family became my adoptive family. Now, 40 years later, join me for a personal conversation as we reflect on Raz’s death with his father and younger brother, Yaakov and Tal, how that changed them, and t...

Many Christians yearn to visit and experience Jerusalem once. John Enarson is privileged to be a Christian living in Jerusalem. Especially in this monumental month where we celebrate the reunification of Jerusalem, an in the wake of some pretty severe violence and terror, join an intense conversation as we explore why it’s imperative that we all – Jews and Christians together - celebrate this week. www.Genesis123.co FB - www.facebook.com/Genesis123Foundation Twitter - @Genesis123F IG - Genes...