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Amid Series of Deadly Terror Attacks in Israel, Palestinians Celebrate In The Streets

Three more Israelis were killed on Friday during the most recent terror attack on the Jewish State; Friday’s attack took place in Tel Aviv at the hands of a 28-year-old Palestinian man; Gantz: The State of Israel is the most powerful state in the region. Our enemies know it and feel it.


The ongoing series of terror attacks on the Jewish State throughout the last few weeks has amounted to 14 fatalities (not including terrorists) after the most recent attack on Friday, which included three deaths. Friday’s attack took place on Dizengoff Street in Tel Aviv, where three young men were killed in a shooting spree at the hands of a terrorist from the West Bank.

Funerals for the three young men killed were held on Sunday in Israel. Their names were Barak Lufan, Eytam Magini, and Tomer Morad. Magini and Morad had been lifelong friends. Several other individuals were injured as well. This was the first attack since the end of March, when five people were killed in Bnei Brak.

Sadly, photos and videos of Palestinians celebrating Friday’s attack circulated on social media, which has occurred following the previous episodes as well. Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas reportedly condemned the attacks.

On Saturday, in a series of remarks concerning the attacks, Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett revealed that Israeli forces are “moving from defense to offense, and attacking the sources of terrorism, at any time, anywhere, at night, during the day, in the morning, in the evening, and wherever they are.”


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Amir Tsarfati, the Founder and President of Behold Israel, has reported on some of the Palestinian celebrations of the deadly terror attacks on his telegram.

Disturbing videos showed Palestinians shooting fireworks and handing out cookies to celebrate the murder of Jews.

“Once again, Palestinians in Gaza passed out candies and treats to one another to celebrate the brutal deaths of innocent Israelis,” Tsarfati recently wrote.

“What is the underlying reason for this violence? According to the Israeli government, it has a lot to do with the belief by many Muslims that Israel will cease to exist by July 8, 2022,” he described. “This is based on calculations by an Islamic cleric based on passages from the Koran.“

In Psalm 122:6, Christians are specifically urged to “Pray for the peace of Jerusalem.”

Christians must understand their Biblical responsibility toward God’s chosen people. It is incumbent upon Christians to love, pray for and stand up for the Jewish people, the state of Israel, and their eternal capital of Jerusalem. God has not forgotten His people, and neither should His servants.

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Shifting Geopolitical Landscape: Examining The ‘Abraham Accords’ Through A Biblical Lens

Because they are frequently mentioned in the news, it’s likely that many people are aware of the Abraham Accords and generally understand their purpose. However, if you were to ask the average person to elaborate on what it means to “normalize relations” with Israel, or what realistically takes place when a country becomes a signatory to the Accords, it’s doubtful that most would be able to confidently answer the question. So, what exactly do these agreements do, and why should we, as Christians, pay attention to them?

Vigilant To Protect: A Pastor’s Responsibility To Call Out False Teachers

I recently watched a minister online. He gave a scathing critique of those who dare call out purveyors of false doctrine. He said we should love our fellow Christians. Paradoxically, he criticized those who criticize others. He seemed intent on inoculating his followers — making them immune to charges of false doctrine against his friends and himself. In one sense, the attack seemed pious. Don’t criticize. Be loving. Be sweet. But Jesus ran the money changers out of the temple.

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Michele Bachmann’s Advice To The President: ‘Take The Handcuffs Off Of Israel’

Michele Bachmann, a former congresswoman, 2012 Presidential Candidate, and outspoken friend of the Jewish State, advised the President to “take the handcuffs off of Israel” and enable the nation to handle its own self-defense unencumbered. On the premiere episode of “Falling Into Place” alongside co-host Jan Markell, Bachmann noted that Israel is being strong-armed into absorbing attacks on its nation—something that the United States, if it were in the same position, would never deem acceptable.

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Three more Israelis were killed on Friday during the most recent terror attack on the Jewish State; Friday’s attack took place in Tel Aviv at the hands of a 28-year-old Palestinian man; Gantz: The State of Israel is the most powerful state in the region. Our enemies know it and feel it.


The ongoing series of terror attacks on the Jewish State throughout the last few weeks has amounted to 14 fatalities (not including terrorists) after the most recent attack on Friday, which included three deaths. Friday’s attack took place on Dizengoff Street in Tel Aviv, where three young men were killed in a shooting spree at the hands of a terrorist from the West Bank.

Funerals for the three young men killed were held on Sunday in Israel. Their names were Barak Lufan, Eytam Magini, and Tomer Morad. Magini and Morad had been lifelong friends. Several other individuals were injured as well. This was the first attack since the end of March, when five people were killed in Bnei Brak.

Sadly, photos and videos of Palestinians celebrating Friday’s attack circulated on social media, which has occurred following the previous episodes as well. Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas reportedly condemned the attacks.

On Saturday, in a series of remarks concerning the attacks, Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett revealed that Israeli forces are “moving from defense to offense, and attacking the sources of terrorism, at any time, anywhere, at night, during the day, in the morning, in the evening, and wherever they are.”


HD Editor’s Note: Why Is This News Biblically Relevant?

Amir Tsarfati, the Founder and President of Behold Israel, has reported on some of the Palestinian celebrations of the deadly terror attacks on his telegram.

Disturbing videos showed Palestinians shooting fireworks and handing out cookies to celebrate the murder of Jews.

“Once again, Palestinians in Gaza passed out candies and treats to one another to celebrate the brutal deaths of innocent Israelis,” Tsarfati recently wrote.

“What is the underlying reason for this violence? According to the Israeli government, it has a lot to do with the belief by many Muslims that Israel will cease to exist by July 8, 2022,” he described. “This is based on calculations by an Islamic cleric based on passages from the Koran.“

In Psalm 122:6, Christians are specifically urged to “Pray for the peace of Jerusalem.”

Christians must understand their Biblical responsibility toward God’s chosen people. It is incumbent upon Christians to love, pray for and stand up for the Jewish people, the state of Israel, and their eternal capital of Jerusalem. God has not forgotten His people, and neither should His servants.

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Shifting Geopolitical Landscape: Examining The ‘Abraham Accords’ Through A Biblical Lens

Because they are frequently mentioned in the news, it’s likely that many people are aware of the Abraham Accords and generally understand their purpose. However, if you were to ask the average person to elaborate on what it means to “normalize relations” with Israel, or what realistically takes place when a country becomes a signatory to the Accords, it’s doubtful that most would be able to confidently answer the question. So, what exactly do these agreements do, and why should we, as Christians, pay attention to them?

Vigilant To Protect: A Pastor’s Responsibility To Call Out False Teachers

I recently watched a minister online. He gave a scathing critique of those who dare call out purveyors of false doctrine. He said we should love our fellow Christians. Paradoxically, he criticized those who criticize others. He seemed intent on inoculating his followers — making them immune to charges of false doctrine against his friends and himself. In one sense, the attack seemed pious. Don’t criticize. Be loving. Be sweet. But Jesus ran the money changers out of the temple.

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Michele Bachmann’s Advice To The President: ‘Take The Handcuffs Off Of Israel’

Michele Bachmann, a former congresswoman, 2012 Presidential Candidate, and outspoken friend of the Jewish State, advised the President to “take the handcuffs off of Israel” and enable the nation to handle its own self-defense unencumbered. On the premiere episode of “Falling Into Place” alongside co-host Jan Markell, Bachmann noted that Israel is being strong-armed into absorbing attacks on its nation—something that the United States, if it were in the same position, would never deem acceptable.

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Together, We Can Deliver A Biblical Understanding Of News Events Around The World And Equip The Church To Stand With A Biblical Worldview.