“Great is the Lᴏʀᴅ, and greatly to be praised; and His greatness is unsearchable” (Psalm 145:3). As we close the book on 2025, we rejoice in the truth that our God is great—and He certainly has done great things again this year! Let’s look back at some of The Friends of Israel Gospel Ministry’s most meaningful videos, blog articles, Israel My Glory magazine articles, radio broadcasts, books, and films from 2025. May God bless and encourage you as you enjoy these favorites!
TOP 5 BEST VIDEOS From The Friends of Israel on YouTube
Why Should Christians Support the State of Israel?
by Steve Herzig
(February 21)
Christians have many reasons—political, historical, and theological—to support the modern State of Israel. And we must recognize that many of the Bible’s most cherished and important promises hinge on this one Jewish state.
What Is the Mark of the Beast?
by Steve Herzig
(March 28)
When we strip away the speculation and sensationalism that swirls around the mark of the Beast, we’ll find biblical information about one of the most ominous details of the end-times, drawing us closer to our Lord God, who holds the future securely in His hands.
What Is the Battle of Gog and Magog?
by Les Crawford
(June 13)
The Battle of Gog and Magog described in Ezekiel 38—39 reveals a monumental, yet-future war in which a powerful coalition of nations will threaten Israel’s existence. Discover who Gog might be, which nations are likely involved, and how this dramatic battle fits into the order of the end-times.
Is the Modern State of Israel the Same Israel of the Bible?
by Ty Perry
(September 5)
The Bible consistently identifies Israel as the physical descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. So even though the State of Israel is not ruled by kings on the throne of David, this nation today—the reconstitution of the Jewish people—is indeed the Israel we read about in Scripture.
Who are God's Elect?
by Steve Herzig
(December 5)
The Bible says God chose Israel but also chose believers in Jesus “before the foundation of the world.” Who can we really call “God’s elect”? Steve Herzig provides a profound perspective to help you understand our loving Father’s heart to save us.
TOP 5 BEST READS From the Blog
The King of the Jews
by Bruce Scott
(February 28)
Pontius Pilate’s decision to call Jesus “the King of the Jews” held deep significance. Israel rejected Him as its king, but it didn’t make the title any less true. And one day, this King will reign over all forever and ever.
Kintsugi in the Hands of the Savior
by Jesse King
(April 17)
The Lord practices the art of kintsugi on the hearts of believers by finding us in our weakness and creating beauty through our broken pieces.
Let My People Go
by David Gunn
(May 16)
The plight of the Israeli hostages in Gaza and those killed on October 7 staggers the imagination and hearkens back to the days when the children of Israel were enslaved in Egypt.
The Believer’s War: Satan and the Flesh
by Sarah Fern
(October 3)
As believers, we can’t blame the Devil for all our shortcomings—we’re still susceptible to sin. Instead, we are responsible to confess our sins and commit to pursuing true knowledge through the Holy Spirit.
The Real ‘Brain Virus’ Isn’t Christian Zionism—It’s Antisemitism
by Chris Katulka
(November 7)
When Christian Zionism comes under fire in the public sphere, we must not back down but rather stand firm against antisemitism and hold fast to the biblical truth that God loves His Chosen People and their homeland, and so should we.
TOP 5 BEST READS From Israel My Glory
The Signal Event of the Day of the Lord
by Randall Price
(January/February)
To what Jewish temples do the words destruction and desolation apply? Are we in the Day of the Lord today? The answers lie in 2 Thessalonians 2:1–5.
Can You Be Anti-Zionist Without Being Antisemitic?
by Chris Katulka
(May/June)
God will hold nations accountable for how they regard the land of Israel and the Jewish people. Why? Because both are His inheritance—sacred, set apart, and covenanted to Him.
The Early Years
by Steve Herzig
(July/August)
God used Paul’s heritage, training, status—and his initial hatred of believers in Christ—to transform this man into an apostle to the Gentiles. It was beshert—destiny—for Paul to serve Jesus, even from his mother’s womb.
Looking to Jesus—for Everything
by Bruce Scott
(September/October)
In the end-times, Israel will face great trouble and testing. But one day, the nation will repent. The Jewish people will call on God’s name, and He will answer with both physical and spiritual deliverance.
Why Shouldn’t I Live the Way I Want?
by Dan Price
(November/December)
God doesn’t force us to love Him. But rejecting Him can open the door to a world of hurt. Thankfully, we can find true freedom by submitting to God’s good and sovereign plan for our lives.
BEST ISRAEL MY GLORY ISSUE
TOP 5 LISTENS From The Friends of Israel Today Radio
Beyond the Headlines: Stories of Israeli Displacement
(March 1)
During a trip to Israel, Chris Katulka spoke with several Israelis to gain a clearer picture of the difficulties many have faced in being displaced from their homes due to the war in Gaza.
The Makings of Today’s Middle East
(March 8 - 22)
How did the Middle East end up as volatile as it is today? Chris tells the story through the Sykes-Picot Agreement, the Balfour Declaration, Israel’s War for Independence, and the October 7 massacre.
Malachi’s Message
(May 17 - June 7)
The book of Malachi has much to teach Christians today. As we live in light of Jesus’ return, we take the prophet’s message to heart: Give God your best because the best is yet to come!
FOI In Action: Stories from Israel During the 12-Day War
(July 12)
The Friends of Israel’s ORIGINS team of young adults bravely served in Israel for the entirety of the nation’s 12-day war with Iran. Team leader Cameron Joyner shares firsthand accounts of how God protected and provided for the team in wartime.
From Pamphlets to Podcasts
(July 19 - 26)
We study how the antisemitism that has taken root among podcasters, politicians, and political activists today can be traced back to Tsarist Russia’s infamous pamphlet The Protocols of Zion.
TOP 5 Books & Films
That You May Know
This moving true story of a Jewish man’s hardened heart toward the Messiah will encourage you to keep sharing the gospel with your friends and loved ones, no matter how long it takes.
The Complete Reference Guide to Bible Prophecy
This comprehensive overview of end-times events features biblical answers to prophecy FAQs, visual charts, geography in the last days, historical insights, linguistic observations, fast facts, and more.
Israel: Whose Land Is It Anyway?
This booklet analyzes the Jewish and Arab claims to the land of Israel and makes sense of the divine, legal, and historical arguments surrounding the struggle.
The Search
Lorna Simcox shares the dramatic and heartwarming story of her quest for answers about faith, God, and life after death.
Now available as an audiobook on Audible, read by the author, Lorna Simcox!
Israel's Resilience DVD
After millennia of attacks and innumerable enemies seeking to annihilate the Jewish people, how has Israel survived? Only by God’s providence!
Also available for video streaming at foimedia.org!
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