The first time I met Dr. John C. Whitcomb,1 he made me feel like I was greeting an old friend. You see, Dr. Whitcomb loved people. He had a heart …
7 Things You Might Not Know About Israel
We love Israel! That comes as no surprise. If you’re reading this, there’s a good chance you love Israel, too. But if you’ve never been to the country or gotten …
Who Were the Sadducees and Pharisees?
The curtain falls as the tragic scene ends. Moments later, as it rises for the next scene, we find that the set has been rearranged and everything—from the characters to …
Did God Save People Before Abraham?
God’s love for the Jewish people drives our work here at The Friends of Israel Gospel Ministry. The basis for His calling of His Chosen People lies in Genesis 12 …
Is There a Purpose for the Law Today?
In his letter to the Ephesian believers, Paul argued that salvation comes through faith in Christ alone, apart from any legalistic requirements (Eph. 2:8-9). Years earlier Paul had shared this …
When Did Jesus Stop Being Jewish?
“Ty, I have a question,” he said. “When did Jesus stop being Jewish?” Jacob and I have had many great conversations over the past few years about the Bible, Jewish …
The Good Christian: A Modern Take on the Good Samaritan
If you ask someone to name one parable from the Bible, they’ll probably mention the parable of the Good Samaritan in Luke 10:25–37. I’m sure you’re familiar with the story: …
3 New Year’s Resolutions for Godly Living
We hope you’ve had a very merry Christmas celebration this week! Just like that, we’re on the cusp of a new year. With that, of course, comes everyone’s storied tradition: …
What is Christmas?
What is Christmas? This question has been running through my mind this month. Just what is Christmas all about? For sure, it is not dressing up our house to look …
