FAQS

Addressing Misconceptions About Israel

“Judea & Samaria” or “The West Bank”?

Most of the Bible took place in the region called Judea & Samaria. This region was renamed “The West Bank” by Jordan  when it occupied it for a short time after Israel’s War of Independence less than 100 years ago. The name ” The West Bank” is often used to delegitimize Israel’s 4000 year presence in the area. Using the Biblical term “Judea & Samaria” for this special region of Israel will help restore it’s Biblical importance.

Does Anti-Semitism Only Affect the Jewish People?

Anti-semitism is dislike or hatred toward the Jewish people. The love of God does not allow for hatred of ANY people, much less the chosen people of God!! Anti-semitism grows like a cancer, spreading throughout a family, community, and nation. Hatred does not only affect the one hated, it effects the one who hates even more.

A clear indication of unforgiveness is if when you see someone who has offended you, (1) a bad feeling arises, (2) you are glad to hear if something bad happens to them, or (3) the offense immediately comes to mind. Many have these feelings toward the Jewish people without any awareness of why. Both indifference and hatred are fruits of the wrong spirit.

All Jewish people are wealthy. Why volunteer for Jewish farmers?

Our friends in Israel are not wealthy, in fact they are often trying hard just to get by. ‘ALL’ of anything is usually an exaggeration.

There is no place for Non-Jews in Israel.

Non-Jews are needed more than ever to bring hope. Israel needs our strength and encouragement. They need to know they are not alone. They ARE alone if we stay home.

Israeli youth are under a constant spiritual barrage; with an inevitable IDF term, they struggle with oppression and lack of vision or hope.

What Does HaYovel Mean?

This organization is named HaYovel – which in Hebrew means “The Jubilee” – a word which portends of a day of world-wide redemption and a fully restored national Israel. It is pronounced ( HA’-yo-VEL’ ).

Aren’t you in constant danger in Israel?

The media has a lot to do with our concept of reality. In Israel proper it is no more dangerous than any medium size city in the US and much less dangerous than the larger cities. There is a heightened danger in the West Bank area because of the hatred of Americans and Jews. However there are many IDF (Israeli Defense Force) outposts and checkpoints scattered throughout these particular areas to keep terrorists at bay.

Would it be safe to take my family to Israel at this time?

The most dangerous part of your journey statistically would be the drive from your house to the airport. Every terrorist attack gets worldwide headlines. If we were bombarded with every death that occurred from vehicle accidents in the U.S. we wouldn’t dare get in a car. We will always be safe in the center of God’s will.

Why is the work in Israel important?

Israel holds a special place as a prophetic people. A Prophet tells what is going to happen and issues a warning to return to God and His Word. Through Israel we can see the spiritual climate of the world – it is the center of the world. As time ticks down to the coming of the Messiah, the nations of the world will focus on Israel.

Why should I care about Israel?

God, the creator, neither slumbers nor sleeps concerning Israel (Psalms 121:4).

If we want to know our heavenly Father we will look into His eyes. He says that Israel is the apple of His eye, the very center of His eye (Zechariah 2:8). When we look at Israel we can see God. To be disconnected from Israel is to be disconnected from God.

Can I be neutral?

No! At some point everyone will make the choice to love or persecute the Jewish people.  During the Holocaust  the silence of the world stated its position. The result was sickening and deadly.

How do we know that when the Bible refers to Israel, it is the physical nation of Israel?

If the sun stops shining and the moon and the stars fall out of order, then the seed of Israel (physical Israel) shall stop being a nation before Me! Jeremiah 31:35,36 (paraphrase).

I will not forget you… and I will save you and redeem you! Isaiah 49:14-26