In the 1920's, 30's, and 40's, the world was jealous over the region of Israel. Abdel Rahman Azzam, first secretary-general of the Arab League, once told a British reporter about his plans for parceling up Palestine under the British Mandate. Specifically, Egypt would get the Negev, Transjordan (modern day Jordan) would take the hill country, … Continue reading The Controversy of Zion, Part 2–The Jealousy of its Origin
Author: Brianna
The Controversy of Zion, Part 1
What is the controversy of Zion? Yesterday over my morning coffee I browsed the headlines. "3 U.S. allies recognize Palestinian state, dealing latest diplomatic blow to Israel." I turned to my oldest son and said, "the nations are jockeying, buddy." He only just turned 13, but he knew exactly what I meant. At a young … Continue reading The Controversy of Zion, Part 1
What does Standing with Israel Accomplish?
Anti-Israel protests have peppered college campuses in the U.S. and abroad in recent weeks, catching the attention of onlookers around the globe. Directly defying university rules, defacing property, and inciting outbursts of baseless violence against Jews, many encampments have been removed by force, police arresting students, faculty, and outside agitators. With the small-scale invasion of … Continue reading What does Standing with Israel Accomplish?
What does it Mean to Stand with Israel?
As bombs flew over Iran heading for Israeli soil, the world watched, unsurprised, as the Iron Dome did it's job. The scales of the Middle East that shifted again just days ago continue to propel the ongoing political and humanitarian nightmare. Christians look on with a variety of perspectives as so many questions bubble up: … Continue reading What does it Mean to Stand with Israel?
The Best Part of Marriage
It was a cold, January day in Zion National Park. Red rock mountains towered above our heads, glowing like fiery giants as the sun began to set. As we stood small and fragile, watching the glory radiate off the canyon walls, he wrapped his arms around me, pulled a tiny box out of his pocket, … Continue reading The Best Part of Marriage
Two Precious Stones 