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Answering the Call
Steve Herzig
Four Friends of Israel workers share how they obeyed God’s call to “go into all the world and preach the gospel.”

John the Baptist: His Purpose and Passion
Dan Price
Commitment. Zeal. Fire. John demonstrated them all to prepare the Jewish people for the coming of their Messiah.

Jesus and John
Mike Stallard
Here is a look at John the Baptist’s relationship to the Messiah of Israel.

Speaking Truth to Power
Cameron Joyner
John the Baptist boldly confronted the religious and political rulers of His day.

The Greatest Messenger
Paul Pierce
John’s was the voice crying in the wilderness, “Prepare the way of the Lord!”

The Death of John the Baptist
Peter Colón
John’s life and death call us to faithfulness in the darkness.

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Do You Believe in Miracles?
Steve Herzig
Here is a look at seven of Jesus’ miracles and the wonderful truths they reveal about the Jewish Messiah.

Marriage: The Beginning of Meaning
Timothy Rabinek
Through marriage, we glimpse the depths of God’s investment in humanity.

Reflections of the Trinity
Steve Conover
God’s beautiful design for marriage reflects the perfect relationship between the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

Safeguarding God’s Ancient Landmark
Bruce Scott
There is a reason God gave us boundaries and landmarks. And when they’re removed, trouble isn’t far behind.

Feasting at the Marriage Supper of the Lamb
Mike Stallard
If you’re a believer in Jesus, a wedding and a feast in your honor are coming.

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It Pays to Talk to the Right Person
Steve Herzig
It’s never too late to place your faith in Jesus—even if you’ve rejected Him for 99 years.

Understanding Gog and Magog
Mark Hitchcock
Who is Gog? Some think he could be Vladimir Putin. Here’s a look at what Gog and Magog are all about.

Is Gog’s Invasion Imminent?
Paul Pierce
When will Gog invade Israel? There are many good views, but one seems most logical.

The Question Is WHY?
Tom Simcox
What does Israel have that Gog and his hordes will want?

No Weapon Formed
David M. Levy
God has promised to preserve Israel forever. Here is how the Almighty will deal with Gog and Magog.

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Conquering Our Kvetching
Steve Herzig
Are you a kvetch? If you are, here’s your reminder to stop complaining and start “setting the Lord before you.”

The Fight to Survive
Ty Perry
Here is a look at the State of Israel’s remarkable resilience throughout its history of defensive wars.

The Forgotten Ones
Les Crawford
The world talks incessantly about Arab refugees. But what about other refugees who lost everything—like the Jews?

Israel’s Never-Ending Struggle
Chris Katulka
Hamas. Hezbollah. The Palestinian Authority. Arab nations. Little Israel is oppressed by them all.

Bordering on Normal
Elliot Jager
Israel’s boundaries have changed often. Why have they yet to be sealed?

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Why Do You Love Israel?
Steve Herzig
Six German Bible students share why they love and support Israel.

The Truth About Sin
Richard D. Emmons
Sneaky. Insidious. Destructive. Deadly. That’s the nature of sin, and no one escapes its reach.

Israel’s Reconciliation
Jim Showers
God promises to place His salvation in Zion “for Israel My glory.” But He also requires a few things from Israel.

The Great Forgiver
Bruce Scott
Here is a look at how God balances justice and mercy—and how this balance affects us all.

The Way Back to God
Elwood McQuaid
Does this world get you down? If it does, you’re not alone. But take heart. God has a plan that can satisfy your soul.

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Meet AI Jesus
Steve Herzig
Thanks to AI, you can talk to “Jesus” online for free. But is this a good thing?

A Boy Named David
Tom Simcox
Here is a look at the shepherd destined to become Israel’s king.

The Warrior King
Cameron Joyner
It’s one thing to fight for yourself. It’s another thing to fight like David.

The Sweet Psalmist of Israel
Steve Conover
Praise, lament, adoration, supplication—David’s psalms had all these and more.

A King After God’s Own Heart
Dan Price
David was God’s unlikely choice to help build what one day will become the greatest Kingdom on Earth.

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It’s Not Luck—It’s Providence
Steve Herzig
The early arrival of an airplane and a VIP trip to the restroom reinforce a wonderful truth about God.

Kadosh, Kadosh, Kadosh
Bruce Scott
God is in a class by Himself. He is distinct, singular, peerless, and perfect. He is kadosh—holy.

Bridging the Gaping Chasm
Ty Perry
The Israelites’ iniquities separated them from God, so God showed His people that only blood can bridge the gap.

God’s Holy Mishkan
David M. Levy
Here is why people need to understand the importance of Israel’s Tabernacle.

Holiness Today: The New Administration
Richard D. Emmons
God commanded Israel to be holy under the Law, and He expects the same of Christians in the Age of Grace.

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Dying to Live
Steve Herzig
A brush with death in virtual reality makes people wonder if there is life after death. Scripture provides the answer.

Signed, Sealed, Delivered
Elwood McQuaid
One of the Holy Spirit’s many ministries in your life keeps you under the shelter of the Almighty’s wings forever.

The Difference Between ‘Do’ and ‘Done’
Les Crawford
Here is a look at the insecurity other beliefs offer compared to biblical Christianity.

In Jesus’ Words
Paul Pierce
Is belief in eternal security a fallacy? Not if you listen to what Jesus had to say.

4 Common Misconceptions About Eternal Security
Dan Price
Struggling with eternal security? Here is why you can’t lose your salvation.

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‘Moshiach Is Here!’
Steve Herzig
Most Jewish people don’t believe in a Messiah. But some believe he already came as a New York rabbi.

Building Up, Not Tearing Down
Mike Stallard
Here is a look at how Luke and John relied on the Hebrew Scriptures.

The Jewishness of Peter
Cameron Joyner
The apostle Peter was Jewish through and through, and he depended on the Tanakh in his writings.

The Gospel of the King
Tom Simcox
What better way for Matthew to tell the Jewish people their King had come than by referencing the Jewish Scriptures?

3 Proofs and a Mystery
Meno Kalisher
The Old Testament was of critical importance to the apostle Paul and the writer of the book of Hebrews.

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Doing the Right Thing
Steve Herzig
How can we choose to do what’s right? By following the standard found in God’s Word.

Jerusalem of Gold
Bruce Scott
Welcome to the only city in the world where God has chosen to place His name!

Let’s Go to Israel!
FOI Staff
Join us on a journey through Israel! Our authors will take you on a special devotional tour of God’s beloved Holy Land. Along the way, you’ll discover the biblical significance of 15 historic locations that tell the story of the beautiful land of Israel from Scripture.

Happy Birthday, Israel!
Elwood McQuaid
This year the Jewish state celebrates 75 years as a modern nation.

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God and Money
Steve Herzig
The Bible has more than 2,000 verses about money. This article explores the interesting world of giving.

Ahasuerus
David M. Levy
He was emotional, impulsive, and wicked—and he was the man Esther was forced to marry.

Mordecai
Dan Price
He was a hero in the book of Esther. But like most of us, he had another side as well.

Esther
Linda Craft
She was young and beautiful, but her courage was her crowning glory.

Haman
Tom Simcox
He was the archetypal antisemite—and he came to a fitting end.

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We Stand With Israel!
Steve Herzig
Not all evangelical Christians provide support to Israel for the right reasons—which is why they sometimes withdraw it.

The ‘Forbidden Chapter’
David M. Levy
Isaiah 53 is not usually read in synagogues, but it may be the most important text in the Old Testament.

From the Root of Jesse
Chris Katulka
Here is a look at how God taught His people to recognize their Messiah.

Christmas Is . . .
Tom Simcox
Most people don’t go to Isaiah 53 to learn the meaning of Christmas. But they could!

God’s Awesome, Immutable Plan
Harold Summers
Death, resurrection, substitutionary atonement. From eternity past, they’ve all been part of God’s grand design to redeem us.

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A Conversation With Joel Rosenberg
Steve Herzig
A New York Times bestselling author and Jewish believer discusses Bible prophecy, life in Israel, and the geopolitics of the Middle East.

Behold the Lamb!
Peter Colón
Passover, Unleavened Bread, and Firstfruits have a great deal to teach us about the Messiah.

The Four Faces of Shavuot
Dan Price
Shavuot, also called Pentecost, is both a harvest festival and birthday rolled into one!

Holiday Under the Stars
Tom Simcox
God commanded His people to dwell in booths for seven days each year. And they still follow this tradition today at Sukkot.

‘Remember the Sabbath’
Bruce Scott
The Sabbath was meant to be a day of rest, but people have a way of complicating God’s intentions.

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The REAL Friend of Israel
Steve Herzig
Pro-Israel. Anti-Israel. America has plenty of both sentiments. Here’s a brief look at the country’s history with the Jewish people—and what lies ahead.

Job: Misery’s Poster Child
David M. Levy
Sometimes our lives change in an instant. But no one’s life changed for the worse quicker than that of God’s faithful servant Job.

The Wrong Trifecta
Mike Stallard
Providing comfort is not everyone’s forte, unfortunately. Here are three different ways Job’s friends made a mess of trying to help him.

What Not to Say
Dan Price
Handling God’s Word without wisdom can result in good theology going awry.

Can You?
Tom Simcox
God does not speak to Job until Job 38—and then He asks unanswerable questions.

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A Letter to My Dad
Steve Herzig
It’s not easy to tell your parents they need Jesus.

From Death to Life
The moving story of how God is healing addicts and prostitutes in Tel Aviv through faith in Christ.

Getting the ‘Package Deal’
Sarah Fern
No one is born a Christian. Not even a pastor’s daughter.

He Never Let Go
Betsi Calhoun
You can’t always tell when someone is saved. Here is how God brought a straying child back to the fold.

What Is the Gospel?
Tom Simcox
Many people don’t understand what we mean when we talk about the “gospel.” It’s the incomparable message of God’s restorative love.

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No Place Like Home
Steve Herzig
Aliyah is vital to Israel, and Jewish people make aliyah from all over the world for reasons non-Jews might not fully comprehend.

The Coming Conflagration
Bruce Scott
The apostle Peter has warned us: The “end of all things” is coming, and it’s up to us to be prepared.

Getting Serious About Talking to God
Peter Colón
We have the freedom to bring our concerns directly to the Almighty. Here is a look at why we should make the most of the great privilege of prayer.

The Secret to Serving Christ
Ty Perry
For Christians, good deeds cannot be an end in themselves. Successfully serving God requires more.

The Christian Thing to Do
Elwood McQuaid
Politics have turned toxic. But we must remember to “render to Caesar the things that are Caesar’s, and to God the things that are God’s.”

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Meditating on God
Steve Herzig
Will 2021 be a better year than 2020? No one knows. But as believers in Jesus, we have something special— no matter what happens.

The Great I AM
Tom Simcox
God’s promises depend on His supernatural ability to fulfill them. And He makes that ability abundantly clear.

The Father Knows Best
Harold Summers
Many people think God isn’t fair. But they don’t understand the vast difference between the potter and the clay.

The Future-Teller
David M. Levy
So-called psychics rake in millions of dollars each year. Yet only God knows the future, and here is why.

The Absurdity of Idolatry
Bruce Scott
Why worship something inanimate? But many people do and foolishly waste their time trying to replace God.

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A Christmas to Remember
Steve Herzig
Here are four wonderful ways to make the most of this Christmas season.

What God Told Isaiah
David M. Levy
Was the Messiah’s birth supposed to be a miracle? Isaiah 7:14 says yes.

The Shekinah Glory
Ty Perry
God has always wanted to dwell physically among His people. And He clearly demonstrated that fact to the children of Israel.

Seeing God
Mike Stallard
If you think God has never appeared on Earth in human form, think again. Here is a look at what theologians call theophanies.

Immanuel Forever
Bruce Scott
What does it mean to experience Immanuel? And what is the alternative?

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From Moses to Jesus
Steve Herzig
Why do some people believe what God says and others don’t? Usually, it has to do with the difference between stony and soft.

Life Under the Sun 
David M. Levy
Ecclesiastes 1—3
Life is filled with conundrums. Here is a look at how Solomon the philosopher looked at them.

No Satisfaction
Peter Colón
Ecclesiastes 4—6
Many people find no satisfaction in life. Justice and oppression fill the world. But there is a way to find contentment.

WHY?
Harold Summers
Ecclesiastes 7—9
Nothing in life is guaranteed. King Solomon addresses age-old questions like “Why do the good die young?”

When the Grinders Cease
Tom Simcox
Ecclesiastes 10—12
When the body fails and the eyes grow dim, we start evaluating our lives. That’s what King Solomon did, and here is his conclusion.

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Israel’s Will to Remember
Steve Herzig
When is a stone more than a stone? When it causes us to remember the things God has done.

Four Good Reasons Why Premillennialism Matters
Randall Price
Premillennialism is less popular than it used to be. But it’s essential to understanding Bible prophecy, which constitutes one third of God’s Holy Word.

Enter the Greeks
Bruce Scott
God’s Word tells us not to be deceived by human philosophy. Here is a look at Plato’s unbiblical influence on Millennialism.

The Acts 1:6 Controversy
Chris Katulka
Was John Calvin right when he criticized Jesus’ Jewish disciples for expecting a literal Kingdom on Earth?

Joint Heirs With Jesus!
Mike Stallard
Premillennialism isn’t only about Israel. Here’s a look at this teaching as it affects the future of the church.

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Open Doors for FOI
Steve Herzig and Mike Stallard
Anyone want to go Cruizin’ for Zion? Here’s a look at some exciting Friends of Israel ministries in North America and abroad.

Israel’s Precarious Situation
Elliot Jager
An Israeli political scientist and journalist analyzes the biggest threats he sees Israel facing this
year, both foreign and domestic.

The Coming Invasions of Israel
David M. Levy
What lies ahead? This informative article takes a biblical look at Russia, Islam, and Armageddon.

Relentless
Bruce Scott
Israel’s enemies have many goals—but so does God!

The Great Deliverance
Mike Stallard
What will Jesus do when He returns? The answer may surprise you, particularly if you’re Jewish.

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Frame, Reframe: The Battle for Truth
Steve Herzig
In debating and advertising—and now in theology—the way an issue is framed can mean everything.

Elisha: God’s Miracle Man
David M. Levy
Some people confuse Elisha and Elijah, though they were extremely different prophets. Here’s an overview of Elisha, his manner, and his ministry.

A Great Woman, a Great Miracle
Cortiss Johnson
Of all Elisha’s miracles, none was greater than the one he performed for a Shunammite woman.

Portrait of Grace
Cecelia Weer
Here is a beautiful account of how God used a little girl’s faith to change a prominent man’s life.

Chariots of Fire
Tom Simcox
The Enemy is a powerful foe. But God can protect His servants in amazing ways, even in the worst situations.

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How to Relieve Stress in Three Steps
Steve Herzig
Are you anxious and angry or rejoicing and at peace? Either way, here are some tips for Christlike living that work every time!

History in a Minor Key
Ty Perry
Living outside the land has not been easy for the children of Jacob. You may be surprised at some of the hardships that have befallen them.

Nightmare and Blessing
Tom Simcox
The Diaspora is like a two-sided coin. One side spells tragedy, but the other side spells preservation.

Judaism 2.0
Peter Colón
The dispersion not only scattered the Jewish people, but it changed the face of Judaism as well.

A Place Called Home
Elwood McQuaid
Despite wars and persecution, there still exists an inextinguishable hope within world Jewry. And for good reason.

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A Jewish View of Christmas
Steve Herzig
Through the ages, Christmas has not been kind to the Jewish people. Here’s a taste of Jewish history—and how Christ can make all the difference.

Yes, Zuzu, There Is a Heaven
Tom Simcox
A lot of people believe a lot of misinformation when it comes to heaven and angels. Here’s what the Bible says.

Life After This Life
David M. Levy
What happens to us after we die? Here’s a glimpse into the great beyond—the future that will last forever.

Home to Eden
Chris Katulka
Greek philosophy distorted God’s truth, but God’s plan of redemption brings everything full circle.

The Gift of ‘No More . . .’
Mike Stallard
God’s gift of eternal life through faith in Jesus comes with so much more than we can imagine. In fact, it comes with the blessing of “no more . . .”

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