October/November 1988

The Messiah of the Common People

More In This Issue

Silhouette of man speaking.

Editorial

For the preaching of the cross is to them that perish foolishness; but unto us who are saved it is the power of God. For it is written, I will destroy the wisdom of the wise...

The Messiah of The Common People

Today many people are confused by the differing sects and denominations of Christendom. The Jewish community today is also divided into various groups -Orthodox, Conservative, Reform, Reconstructionist, etc.

Moses: Preparations for the Promised Land

It had been such a long time since the children of Israel left Egypt; memories of the plagues that led to that dramatic exodus had faded. Although the significance of Passover night was still a reality to them...

The New Covenant: What Was Wrong With The Old One?

Two of the first things my daughter learned in school were the names of the books of the Bible and that the Bible is divided into the Old Testament and the New Testament.

The Cessation of Revelational Gifts

The previous article on spiritual gifts dealt with several significant factors. First, it presented three lines of evidence to the effect that God intended the revelational and sign gifts which He gave to the early Church to be temporary.

The Unbelief Of Israel Romans 9:30-10:1

One of the questions I am often asked is, "Why did the Jewish people of Christ's day reject Him?" Many Christians are puzzled over the fact that, while Israel knew the Old Testament messianic prophecies...

Joel of Jerusalem Oct/Nov 1988

When I was employed as a construction worker, I had many Arab friends, and they often came to my home to visit. Since the recent problems in Israel have developed, however, they don't come to see me anymore.

Daily News from Israel

Israel’s Complicated Reaction to Hostage Release

Edan Alexander, the last living Israeli-American that Hamas held captive...

Israel at War: Week 83

The news has reported the freeing of American hostage Edan Alexander from Hamas captivity after 584 days...

News Digest — 5/13/25

The IDF early Tuesday morning (13th) precisely struck significant Hamas terrorists who were operating from within a compound...

News Digest — 5/12/25

Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander, 21, is set to be released from Gaza captivity, Hamas said on Sunday...

News Digest — 5/9/25

Israeli officials are closely monitoring the recent statements from Trump and admitted they were caught off guard...

News Digest — 5/8/25

Defense Minister Israel Katz issued a stern warning to Iran Thursday morning (8th), asserting that Israel will not hesitate to respond...

News Digest — 5/7/25

The President of the Houthi’s Supreme Political Council, Mahdi Al-Mashat, stated on Tuesday evening (6th) that  “our response will be devastating...

Ben-Gurion Airport Attacked by Ballistic Missile!

Israel has recently stepped back from missions against the Houthis in Yemen, allowing the Trump administration to...

More From The Friends of Israel