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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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A Prophecy 45 Years in the Making

A Prophecy 45 Years in the Making

I first met Benjamin Netanyahu on July 4, 1980. He was grieving the loss of his hero, his older brother Jonathan on the anniversary of his death and dealing with enormous pain. "Yoni" Netanyahu died leading the raid that rescued more than 100 Israeli passengers from a...

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What Is Your Angel Doing Right Now?

What Is Your Angel Doing Right Now?

A number of years ago on my birthday, a terrorist attempted to kill me. I am certain that had the angels of the Lord not protected me, he would have succeeded. He had already killed two people, a state trooper and a Jewish pawn shop owner. When he was finally caught,...

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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

Dream Fuel: Suffering & Sacrifice

Do you want to be a victim or a victor? Do you want to be comfortable or a conqueror? Do you want to see “impossible” dreams come true, to the glory of God?  Jesus is coming back as the King of kings. If you want to be a king, you’re going to have to be…

'THE PRINCE OF PERSIA': HISTORY, FAITH, AND A WARNING THE WEST IGNORED – OPINION

The greatest uprising since the Iranian Revolution of January 1979 is happening right now. It looks like a scene from the movie Braveheart, when Scotland cried “Freedom” during the First War of Scottish Independence against King Edward of England, led by Sir William Wallace. Evangelical Bible believers see it as a battle between principalities and…

Courage and Faith in Action

She was just an ordinary girl.  Esther had no famous or well-connected relatives.  In fact, she and her people were living as a minority in a foreign land where they had been taken by a conquering enemy army; yet, today her name is synonymous with faith and courage.  The short book that bears her name…

The 100-Year Prayer Meeting Continues

In 1844, Willem ten Boom started holding a prayer meeting for the Jewish people at his home in Haarlem in the Netherlands.  His family home was also his place of business, a watch shop.  The tradition of making and repairing clocks and watches was passed on to his son Caspar.  So was the tradition of…

Whom Shall I Send, and Who Will Go for Us?

At a crucial moment in the history of the nation of Israel, God gave a vision to the prophet Isaiah.  After a long and peaceful reign, King Uzziah had died, and the people were very uncertain about the future.  They did not know what was coming, and they needed to hear from the Lord. The…

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Trump Israel Lebanon agreed to 10-day ceasefire starting at midnight

Trump: Israel, Lebanon agreed to 10-day ceasefire starting at midnight. IDF to maintain positions in southern Lebanon during truce, Israeli official tells ‘Post’ • Trump invites Netanyahu, Aoun for historic…

16 Apr 2026jpost.com

Hamas plans to use Iran Lebanon negotiations to avoid disarmament gain control of Gazas BoP

Hamas plans to use Iran, Lebanon negotiations to avoid disarmament, gain control of Gaza’s BoP. A source from the security establishment warned that Hamas is taking advantage of Israel’s focus…

16 Apr 2026jpost.com

Moderation cuts leave most extremist antisemitic content on Instagram unchecked ADL finds

Moderation cuts leave most extremist, antisemitic content on Instagram unchecked, ADL finds. Instagram failed to remove 93% of hateful and extremist content reported by the ADL’s researchers, a figure the…

16 Apr 2026jpost.com

Seattle fundraiser calls to materially support the Lebanese resistance

Seattle fundraiser calls to ‘materially support’ the ‘Lebanese resistance.’ The University of Washington student group SUPER UW is hosting a fundraiser to support what it calls the Lebanese resistance, raising…

16 Apr 2026jpost.com

Intelligence capabilities fuel Americas game-changing naval blockade

Intelligence capabilities fuel America’s game-changing naval blockade. The United States Navy’s maritime cordon targets Iran’s economic lifelines while relying on advanced intelligence, surveillance and interception systems.

16 Apr 2026jns.org

US officials join direct talks with Hamas in CairoCNN

US officials join direct talks with Hamas in Cairo—’CNN.’ The reported talks marked the first direct U.S. engagement with Hamas since the Oct. 10, 2025, ceasefire.

16 Apr 2026jns.org

Antisemitic Instagram king who wants to kill Israelis launches bid for Congress

Antisemitic Instagram king who wants to ‘kill Israelis’ launches bid for Congress. Dan Bilzerian, who feeds his 30 million followers antisemitism and conspiracy theories daily, announced run for the US…

16 Apr 2026ynetnews.com

Nearly 50 new North American immigrants arrive in Israel before Independence Day

Nearly 50 new North American immigrants arrive in Israel before Independence Day. Arrivals from the US and Canada continue ahead of Yom Ha’atzmaut, with dozens completing aliyah despite ongoing tensions,…

16 Apr 2026ynetnews.com

Tennessee legislature passes bill mandating Judea and Samaria terminology in state communications

Tennessee legislature passes bill mandating Judea and Samaria terminology in state communications. The Tennessee General Assembly passed House Bill 1446, requiring state agencies to use the term “Judea and Samaria”…

16 Apr 2026jpost.com

They are champions at lying Ex-defense official warns against US-Iran nuclear deal

‘They are champions at lying’: Ex-defense official warns against US-Iran nuclear deal. The central issue in any such agreement would still be Iran’s stockpile of enriched uranium. According to Vilan,…

16 Apr 2026jpost.com
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