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Start Living Your Dreams

Start Living Your Dreams

A dream is an insight, an inspiration. It’s seeing something beyond what exists in this world. This can be something that we experience while we sleep, or while we’re wide awake. Dreams can be something you hope will happen, something that gives you a sense of peace...

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God Is Crazy About You

God Is Crazy About You

The greatest aspect missing from my childhood was not receiving any affirmation. But I later realized that what motivates me to pursue the dreams of God is His divine affirmation. When I see a God-inspired dream come to pass, I’m flooded with a sense of awe and...

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Suffering and Sacrifice as Fuel

Suffering and Sacrifice as Fuel

The Bible says, "Though the fig tree does not bud and there are no grapes on the vines, though the olive crop fails and the fields produce no food, though there are no sheep in the pen and no cattle in the stalls, yet I will rejoice in the Lord, I will be joyful in...

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Embrace the Quiet

Embrace the Quiet

What do you do when it seems like your prayers are not being answered, when it feels like God's on vacation? When you're doing your very best, but you don't seem to be getting any breaks? God uses the seasons of silence to prepare us. We're not being overlooked. When...

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God’s Deliverance—Looking for the Unexpected

God’s Deliverance—Looking for the Unexpected

Naaman was a mighty warrior, a commander in the army of the king of Aram (Syria), a country at war with Israel. The Arameans had no knowledge of Jehovah, for they were worshippers of Rimmon (Baal)—a wicked, bloodthirsty god of a depraved and vicious people. They were...

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A Lesson that Changed My Life

A Lesson that Changed My Life

  While I was in the army, I was stationed in Korea during the 1970s. I remember vividly visiting what was then a church of a few thousand people pastored by Dr. Paul Cho. I was so impressed by seeing the sight of thousands gathered in fervent prayer. More than...

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God Still Defends and Delivers

God Still Defends and Delivers

  During one of my many trips to Israel following the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack, I spoke with several individuals who told amazing stories of divine intervention. I heard a story of a woman whose kibbutz was attacked by Hamas terrorists. She lifted her hands...

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Believe What God Said

Believe What God Said

If you intend to fight the good fight of faith, you must trust the Word of God. The words of men may stir you to action. They may encourage you. But they should never be the final word for your life. The Word of God is light for your path. It is health for your flesh....

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Can You and I Be “Friends” with God?

Can You and I Be “Friends” with God?

God has always revealed Himself to those who truly desire to know Him…and such were called the friends of God. The Bible says of Abraham:  Abraham believed God, and it was imputed unto him for righteousness: and he was called the Friend of God. —James 2:23 Art...

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Putting Christ First Every Day

Putting Christ First Every Day

We have to make sure Christ is the Lord of our lives in order to qualify for His wonderful blessings. But how do we make Him Lord? We must put Christ first in everything, every day! Jesus first. A lost and dying world is staring down the tunnel of eternity; only...

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What Others Are Saying

Benjamin Netanyahu

Prime Minister of Israel

Prime Minister of Israel“Mike Evans is a cherished friend; he is a fighter for freedom in a world of darkening and narrowing horizons. In his devotion to Israel, Mike has consistently demonstrated the moral clarity that is necessary to defend Israel against the lies and distortions of its enemies and championed the Jewish people’s claim to the Land of Israel.”

Ehud Olmert

Former Prime Minister of Israel

Former Prime Minister of Israel“I have known Mike Evans for more than two decades, and I consider him to be a great friend of Jerusalem and the State of Israel. He has always been there for us in our time of need speaking out with courage and compassion. Mike Evans is a true ambassador of Jerusalem, representing millions of Christians in America.”

Shimon Peres

The late His Excellency, President Shimon Peres of Israel

“Mike Evans is a dreamer, but his dreams come true. It was my honor serving as international chairman of his Friends of Zion Museum and traveling with Mike, meeting with world leaders such as Pope Francis, President George W. Bush, and Prince Albert of Monaco.”

Dr. Jack Hayford

Pastor/President, The King’s Seminary

Jack Hayford“May this day be blessed by a new visitation of God’s purpose for you. Please know how thankful we are for you as well as for the privilege of your friendship and fellowship. Blessings, dear brother. You are loved and esteemed in His life and the partnership in ministry for the Kingdom we so richly enjoy.”

Danny Ayalon

Ambassador of Israel

Ambassador of Israel“The Prime Minister (Ariel Sharon) would like to express his personal appreciation to you, Mike Evans, for being such a great friend of Jerusalem and the State of Israel, speaking out with courage and compassion for over two decades. He salutes your achievements and wishes you continued success.”

Articles

Anti-Semitism and the Birth of Israel

The Arab–Israeli conflict grew out of the political tension and military skirmishes between both sides.  However, its more recent roots lie in the rise of Zionism and Arab nationalism in the latter half of the nineteenth century.  The underlying reason for the conflict was based on the return of the Jewish people to their biblical…

October 7 Changed Everything

  On October 7, 2023, Hamas terrorists killed over 1,200 Israelis on the 50th anniversary of the Yom Kippur War.  The attacks marked the single greatest act of violence against Jews since the Holocaust, with Israel immediately declaring war against the terror group. Over 250 hostages from a dozen nations were taken into Gaza by…

God Has a Unique Plan for Your Life: Revealed in the Prayers of Jesus

There is a unique calling from God on your life—a plan He has for no one else. What you do with it is up to you. Will you bury it in the ground as did the servant with one talent? (Matthew 25:14-30). Will you come into agreement with the prayers of Jesus and be part…

Living in the Truth

As we sit in the pews of our churches today, are we more like those who accepted Jesus and saw what was truly in their hearts? Or are we like the Pharisees who clung to their own traditions, opinions, and half-truths rather than changing ingrained, self-righteous concepts? Are we just as wrapped up in our…

The GOOD FATHER and YOUR FUTURE

This is what the LORD says: “When seventy years are completed for Babylon, I will come to you and fulfill my good promise to bring you back to this place. For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you…

News

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Australian actor Guy Pearce apologizes for antisemitic posts quits social media

Australian actor Guy Pearce apologizes for antisemitic posts, quits social media. ‘The Brutalist’ actor says that in his support of Palestinian cause, he ‘inadvertently’ reposted ‘misinformation and falsehoods’

02 Dec 2025timesofisrael.com

How campus antisemitism is spurring a new wave of US college graduates to move to Israel

How campus antisemitism is spurring a new wave of US college graduates to move to Israel. One expert says students are increasingly deepening their networks in Jewish and Israel-focused circles…

02 Dec 2025timesofisrael.com

No matter what I choose life Alon Ohel shares how he survived 2 years in Gaza captivity

‘No matter what, I choose life’: Alon Ohel shares how he survived 2 years in Gaza captivity. Intentionally starved, chained and sexually harassed, former hostage says he didn’t allow himself…

02 Dec 2025timesofisrael.com

Anti-Israel incitement in Palestinian schools continues despite reform pledges report shows

Anti-Israel incitement in Palestinian schools continues despite reform pledges, report shows. IMPACT-se review shows Palestinian textbooks for 2025–26 still glorify violence, including Arabic lessons built around grotesque text praising suicide…

02 Dec 2025ynetnews.com

Israel preparing to receive remains from Gaza shortly PMO confirms

Israel preparing to receive remains from Gaza shortly, PMO confirms. It is not yet clear to whom the remains belong.

02 Dec 2025jpost.com

Rome synagogues monument to slain Jewish child defaced

Rome synagogue’s monument to slain Jewish child defaced. Rome Mayor Roberto Gualtieri called the graffiti “a despicable act that wounds the Jewish community and offends the entire city,”

02 Dec 2025jns.org

Newly discovered Einstein letter surfaces in Tel Aviv reveals praise for Jewish assistant

Newly discovered Einstein letter surfaces in Tel Aviv, reveals praise for Jewish assistant. The letter has not yet been authenticated but is most likely genuine, according to external expert opinion…

02 Dec 2025jpost.com

Israel adopting messaging reforms following Charlie Kirks warning in final letter to Netanyahu

Israel adopting messaging reforms, following Charlie Kirk’s warning in final letter to Netanyahu. The initiative is expected to expand over the coming year, incorporating multiple languages, shorter digital content, and…

02 Dec 2025jpost.com

Three soldiers injured in West Bank stabbing ramming attacks assailants killed

Three soldiers injured in West Bank stabbing, ramming attacks; assailants killed. Suspect assaults troops with knife during security check, is shot dead; separately, forces kill driver of car that plowed…

02 Dec 2025timesofisrael.com

Nick Fuentes complains about being left off StopAntisemitisms Antisemite of the Year list

Nick Fuentes complains about being left off StopAntisemitism’s ‘Antisemite of the Year’ list. StopAntisemitism named Tucker Carlson, Ms Rachel, Marcia Cross, and Cynthia Nixon, among others, as finalists for the…

02 Dec 2025jpost.com
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