BALCONY EVANGELISM IN ISRAEL
Robin, one of our staff members in Israel, lives in a small walk-up building with a flat and enclosed roof. She has been escaping to her roof to stretch and get some fresh air. It overlooks, at a safe distance, her neighbor’s rooftop. Robin’s neighbors, Gili* and Avishai,* are Israelis who lived in New York City for one year, and just one block from where Robin formerly lived. They recognized each other when they moved into Robin’s building in Tel Aviv.
Now, they are having regular discussions—rooftop to balcony. With more time at home, it did not take long for the dialogue to get more and more spiritual. Gili and Avishai knew about Robin’s faith from previous conversations, and now that they have more down time, they began asking more about her faith. The questions continue each time Robin sees them. The couple seems quite open and curious. Please pray that Gili and Avishai would come to know Jesus in a personal way and that the Lord directs Robin’s words.
*names changed
JEWISH WOMAN CONTINUES LIFELONG JOURNEY OF FAITH
Many of our staff members have been calling those who requested a copy of Isaiah 53 Explained online. Recently, Janet had a memorable conversation with Beth,* a Jewish woman who returned her call. They had a long discussion about spiritual matters and began to get to know one another. Although Beth does not attend synagogue regularly, she did when she was growing up. She is quite literate and has been seeking God for decades. Beth shared two anecdotes with Janet about attempted conversations as a young girl with rabbis about Jesus. One rabbi got upset with her and refused to discuss the matter. Beth approached a second rabbi at her childhood synagogue, and this time she heard a different response. The second rabbi told her that he believed Jesus was the sacrifice for our sins, but he could not talk about it or he would be ostracized.
Beth and Janet talked about how God gave them prophets who called His people to turn back to Him. Janet shared Isaiah 53, and after discussing the passage, Beth agreed with Janet to pray for God to show her the truth about Jesus. Beth also agreed to participate in future Bible studies about Messianic prophecy. After the phone call ended, Beth texted, saying how she was grateful for Janet’s call and and that she was looking forward to future studies. However, Janet has not heard back from her, and is concerned that Beth may have been influenced not to pursue Jesus. Please pray for Beth.
*name changed
MINISTRY IN SOUTH AMERICA REACHES INTO CHILE!
Chosen People Ministries—Argentina has been actively sharing the gospel during this time. During Passover, they hosted Messiah in the Passover demonstrations online. Through digital posting and daily broadcasts, our Argentina staff met with Jewish people—many of whom are unclear about their faith—and with Gentiles who have Jewish friends with whom they want to share the gospel. They also connected with a Messianic Jewish congregation in Chile that expressed interest in partnership.
This congregation wants to share the gospel with Jewish people in Chile who do not attend synagogue regularly. Through the resources of Chosen People Ministries, Jewish people in Chile can be introduced to Yeshua from a Jewish perspective. The Internet has become an invaluable tool for reaching Jewish people throughout the world. We recently had a group of Spanish-speaking Jews in Russia who listened to our messages! People from several other countries, as well as other provinces in Argentina, are connecting with our staff members. The Lord continues His work in Argentina, albeit in a different way!
‘‘I was searching for a way to give
my God more than just words. He is everything to me. His love is all that is worth living for. I would tell him, ‘I love you!’ often. All I can do is love him. I was reminded of the widow’s mite (Luke 21:1-4). He acknowledged the widow’s gift not because of how much she gave, but how much she had left—just her love for Him.
She gave all she had. He loved her love for him. And that was enough. I understood that my sacrifice did not have to prove my love, just reveal it.
In loving my Messiah, I have always loved His people, the children of Abraham. My Messiah is Jewish; He came to His people first. His word tells us that “salvation is of the Jews,” and through them, the whole world is blessed. The Lord moved me to give to bless His chosen people.
When I finished sending my gift, I sat down in a quiet place and experienced the greatest moment of joy I had ever had in my life. His beloved Holy Spirit so filled me that I could feel light coming from within. My soul was satisfied that, by His grace, my spoken expression had been verified and accepted by my Lord in an act of love. How great is our God and how we love Him.”
Like Hannah, you, too, have personal stories of how your sacrificial gifts have made a difference in the ministries you support, and the joy it has brought you. Such types of gifts have made a tremendous impact on Your Mission to the Jewish People.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT HOW YOUR GIVING CAN IMPACT OUR PROGRAMS THROUGHOUT THE WORLD, PLEASE CONTACT CINDY FORBES, PARTNERSHIP DIRECTOR, AT (212) 223-2252 OR [email protected].
THANK YOU! GOD BLESS YOU!
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