Following Jesus in a Land of Conflict: An Arab and Jewish Conversation, Part I—Taking Sides
We’re all aware of the conflict between the Jewish and Palestinian people.
The eyes of the world are on the struggle for peace in this region. But one of the difficult questions is, “Where do followers of Christ line up in this issue?”
The people of this land are divided by walls, fences, and mutual fears. But what happens if…
Bethlehem: Troubled Birthplace of Messiah
On April 2, 2002, a group of armed Palestinians took refuge from the Israeli military in one of the oldest churches in existence. For the next 39 days, the eyes of the world were on the Church of the Nativity in the city of Bethlehem. Almost 200 people—militants, monks, and nuns—huddled in the ancient basilica built to honor the birthplace…
