Today I would like to do a brief scriptural analysis of the oft misquoted *pray for Israel* mantra that evangelicals mindlessly repeat. What does it actually say? What is the context? And is there a near identical exhortation to pray for Babylon? Read on... One scripture often referenced is Psalms 122:6 which states: "Pray for … Continue reading Prayers for Jerusalem (and Babylon)
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The Holy Land…Isn’t
In this month's essay, I would like to analyze the meaning of the word "holy" and the concept of Israel/occupied Palestine being some sort of holy place to God and Christianity. And where did the idea of Christian pilgrimages come from? You might be surprised. Let us begin. Is there such a thing as a … Continue reading The Holy Land…Isn’t
Twenty Years of the Lie
This month is the 20th anniversary of the events commonly known as 9/11. And on the 30th of last month, the U.S. finally pulled out of Afghanistan after occupying the place for almost two decades, at which point the Taliban resumed command, the mission a complete failure. This is a time for reflection. What really … Continue reading Twenty Years of the Lie
God, Kin, and Soil 