As I grew up, my dad pastored a small church in downstate New York. Our building was centrally located on the village’s main road, which attracted many kids who passed …
A One Minute to Midnight Moment
Have you ever had a one minute to midnight moment? Such a moment comes when a person is faced with a life-changing decision. The phrase one minute to midnight originated …
Unmasking Antisemitism
Growing up in New Zealand in the 1970s, many kids enjoyed the rewards of a bottle exchange program that allowed you to take a glass soft drink bottle back to …
Why We Celebrate Christmas at the Perfect Time of Year
When we turn the clocks forward an hour in the spring, many of us feel like a weight has been lifted. An extra hour of light does wonders for our …
Why Does God Give Us Trials?
When I was 5 years old, I promised myself that when I finally became an adult, I would spend all my money on candy. I could not understand why my …
Packing Kindness in a Hanukkah Basket
Today, more than ever, we need to spread kindness and let people know that we care for them. At The Friends of Israel Gospel Ministry, we try to share God’s …