For you (Jewish people) are a holy people to the LORD your God; the LORD your God has chosen you to be a people for Himself, a special treasure above all the peoples on the face of the earth” (Deuteronomy 7:6; 14:2).

Not long ago I had a conversation with a young fellow about 25ish. The topic got on to Israel and Bibi, how he is a terrorist and the Jews are oppressing other peoples and murdering them. How the Jews are intentionally killing Christians and bombing churches. My head was about to explode. He then proceeded to state matter of fact that “I am not Antisemitic at all”. Since I am personally a Jewish Missionary, at times, it seems I (we) are up against a tidal-wave.

As Believers we are hated by the world because the world hates Jesus. The Jews are hated because the Adversary hates Jesus who is IN FACT a Jew, rather even, the KING of the Jews, the Heir of David. And moreover because Messiah is returning to specifically save the Jews and reign on David’s throne in the millennial kingdom. Oh then there is the 3rd group. Believer Jews (Messianic Jew’s) such as Geri, and MANY of my closest friends. They get a double portion of hate for being Jewish and also a believer in Messiah Yeshua.

My late Friend John Pisarek a retired Baptist Pastor, oh and by the way a Jew sates this well:

For many centuries and throughout the world hatred of the Jews has been a recurring tragedy. From the early wars against the Jews to the Spanish inquisition, through the holocaust and to the 21^st century, the Jewish people have been persecuted, driven from their homes, starved, hated, punished and even put to death. What are the possible reasons for this terrible smear on those who hate these people?

• It could be that numerous non-Jews resent the fact of God’s choice of these, His people. In other words, envy, which leads to hate.
• It could also be that since the Jews were the bearers of the moral Law, those who wanted to live lawlessly resented those who brought morality and sought to live it out. (Unfortunately, not all Jews are moral; neither are all Gentiles for that matter)!
• A final possible reason: Satan has always hated God and His people (Jews as well as Christians). He has thus sought to destroy them since he cannot destroy God!

We must be very careful not to hate the Jew (or anyone else, as far as that goes). As a matter of fact, on several occasions God promises to bless those who bless the Jew (Genesis 12:3; 18:18; 22:18, etc.). In other words, bless the Jew and God will bless you!

I will bless those who bless you, And I will curse him who curses you; And in you all the families of the earth shall be blessed.” (Genesis 12:3)

since Abraham shall surely become a great and mighty nation, and all the nations of the earth shall be blessed in him? (Genesis 18:18)

In your seed all the nations of the earth shall be blessed, because you have obeyed My voice.” (Genesis 22:18)

The Let’s make a deal (no not Monty Hall) at all cost is paving the way for the board to be set. The President REALLY should read Daniel Chapter 10. These men have no idea what they are dealing with. There is a massive spiritual (Unseen) war regarding “The Princes of Persia (demons) raging. If an Angelic being (Daniel 10:13) can not prevail without the help of Michael (Archangel) what chance does this house of clay (current administration) stand especially when forging ahead at all cost for the sake of pride and not righteousness. Pray for these men that they open their hearts to the God of Abraham and not the god of this world.

As a result, notice how you are starting to hear the 2 state solution mantra a lot these days…

My dear friend the Late John Pisarek had some good points to raise:

“I (the God of the Bible) will also gather all nations, and bring them down to the Valley of Jehoshaphat; and I will enter into judgment with them there on account of My people, My heritage Israel, whom they have scattered among the nations; they have also divided up My land” (Joel 3:2).

Joel was a prophet who lived around 835 B.C. God told him what to write regarding future events. One of these predictions deals with the battle of God against the nations that have mistreated the Jews, better known as the campaign of Armageddon. The other prediction in this context is the terrible price which God will exact from those who have divided His land. Technically, Israel is God’s land which He gave His people by His sovereign choice. That’s His divine prerogative. 

The world is currently engaged in its diatribes and displays of hateful animosity towards the Christ of the Bible. And since they cannot attack Him personally, they seek to do so against His people – – Jews and Christians alike! Not only have these nations as a whole been instrumental in scattering the Jews, they are now once again in the process of dividing the land of Israel by cunning deceit and force.

Long story short: No one ever in all of human history has ever fought the God of the Bible and won. No one! And there are no exceptions. The last chapter has been written and the land will ultimately belong to the Jewish people. It may not be today, but it will be. Zechariah the prophet says that in the end, one third of the Jewish people will survive eternally (chapter 13:9; etc.).

You say, well what can I do about that? Good question! Let me suggest the following:

1. Realize that although the Jews are by no means perfect, God still chose them. Are you perfect or better than He is? “For you are a holy people to the Lord your God; the Lord your God has chosen you to be a people for Himself, a special treasure above all the peoples on the face of the earth. (Deuteronomy 7:6)
2. If you are a Christian, remember that Jesus Christ, the One you worship, is of Jewish descent. You can’t love Him and hate His people!
3. Pray for and love the Jewish people. God will bless you for that. I will bless those who bless you, And I will curse him who curses you; And in you all the families of the earth shall be blessed.” (Genesis 12:3)

“Inasmuch as many have taken in hand to set in order a narrative of those things which have been fulfilled among us, just as those, who from the beginning were eyewitnesses and ministers of the word, delivered them to us, it seemed good to me also, having had perfect understanding of all things from the very first, to write to you an orderly account, most excellent Theophilus, that you may know the certainty of those things in which you were instructed” (Luke 1:1-4).

My dear friend Pastor John had this basic outline of why he believed the Bible.

There are some very excellent reasons to read and believe the Bible, God’s Word:

1. The most important reason is that the recorded words are true! In whatever the Bible records, its words have been clearly substantiated. Whether it speaks of history or prophecy, in narrative or poetry, whether written 3,500 years ago or 1,900 years ago – – the record is true to reality!
2. If the Bible is not true, man has no sure word from God. He is hopelessly lost in the quagmire of multiple religious cacophonies.
3. A great indicator of the Bible’s veracity is it’s pronouncements regarding the nation of Israel. Thousands of years ago God promised that there would always be a remnant of His people, the Jews, and that someday in the future they would forever possess their land. In other words, for all eternity, there will be a remnant of believing Jews. God says so and that’s final. (Humanly speaking, they could have easily been extinct by now; but God’s Word is true)!
4. I believe the Bible because it is the only book that offers me comfort, hope    and everlasting life as no other belief or book can. Paul wrote in Romans 15:4, “For whatever things were written before were written for our learning, that we through the patience and comfort of the Scriptures might have hope.” 

The Lesson by example:

Of all religions and pantheons, the world has out there. Why is it that ONLY the God of Abraham, Issac, and Jacob, the God of Moses, and the Prophets, the God of King David, is the ONE true God? Quite provably I’ll add. It is because all these things were written and verified throughout history? Is it because the Prophets and all they had written came to and is coming to pass with 100% accuracy? I’m not going into an apologetic on the validity of the scriptures herein but will share a lesson Jesus taught us. As once an Army NCO the tenants of leadership are to lead by example. Jesus certainly led by example. By HIS example let s imitate Him. Therefore be imitators of God as dear children. (Ephesians 5:1)

You see, this God stepped out of eternity in a human body to save us. His name literally means Salvation from God (Yeshua) By this you know the Spirit of God: Every spirit that confesses that Jesus Christ has come in the flesh is of God, (1 John 4:2)

Once here He was tempted in all ways: For we do not have a High Priest who cannot sympathize with our weaknesses, but was in all points tempted as we are, yet without sin. (Hebrews 4:15)

Here is the kicker. While being tempted in the wilderness: Then Jesus was led up by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil. (Matthew 4:1). Every response from His was “IT IS WRITTEN”. Are you picking up what I’m putting down here? Jesus (GOD Himself) could have easily unmade the devil. He could have decided banish the devil with one word. BUT He did not. Yet He quoted scripture. Now when the tempter came to Him, he said, “If You are the Son of God, command that these stones become bread.” But He answered and said, “It is written, ‘Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God.’ ” (Matthew 4:3–4)

Why is this scripture so powerful? Because it is the WORD of God and this WORD has a Name. Jesus Christ. In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. (John 1:1)

All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, (2 Timothy 3:16)  

You see, the Bible is not just a dusty old book written by men of fables and myth. YET, it is the living breathing Word of Almighty God. To be sure it was penned by men. NOTE however these men were inspired by God and what they wrote was God Breathed. The word “Inspiration” is translated from the Greek theopneustos Literally meaning divinely breathed in given by inspiration of God.

As believers in Yeshua, we must endeavor use His example in every aspect of life. One such aspect is to use the scriptures in all circumstances we face. Be they health issues, grief, anger, anxieties, fears, persecutions, and all temptations and struggles with the flesh. Not only those negative conditions, but also for edification, comforting, counseling, teaching, and in all service to the Kingdom. Remember the Word of God is the Sword of the Spirit. Wield it often, wield it correctly!

Shalom,

Brian

Calling on prayer warriors an appeal to Adonai Rapha (The LORD who heals)

Geri had reached out to me earlier today. Please lift up her husband Tim as he is dealing with health issues, with a growth on his neck. They are at the ER currently.

Please let us intercede and ask the GREAT physician for his mighty hand to comfort and heal Tim of this aliment. ALSO lift Geri up and ask Father to give her a spirit of Shalom.

Thank you

Brian