Valerie G. Lowe
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Turnout at Muslim Rally Lower Than Expected
A Muslim prayer rally on Capitol Hill Friday drew between 3,000 and 5,000 participants, a figure well below the 50,000 organizers hoped to attract. Among those gathered were several dozen protestors. Some stood at the rear of the crowd holding Bibles and praying. Others yelled "repent" from across the street, where they gathered with banners…
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Is This King David’s Palace?
Buried deep beneath the earth in the outskirts of Jerusalem’s Old City are said to be the ruins of King David’s palace. World-renowned archaeologist Eilat Mazar unearthed ruins from the Second Temple Period, and beneath those remains she discovered the foundation of David’s palace, inscriptions of Hebrew names and other ancient artifacts. The palace is said to…
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What Purpose Do You Serve?
For much of their lives, some women grapple with the age-old question, What is my purpose? They think that if they’re not a women’s leader or at the forefront of ministry, they have no significant role in the body of Christ. But don’t give in to the enemy’s lies. God sees significance in what seems…
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The Meaning of Rosh Hashanah
Rosh Hashanah is the Jewish New Year observed by Israelis and in other parts of the world where Jews live. It marks the beginning of the Jewish calendar. The holiday calls for introspection, when Jews reflect on their lives and “repent for any wrongdoings" committed during the previous year. This act is called teshuvah. But you…
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Pastor Uses Olives to Bless Israel
An Oklahoma-based pastor and Bible teacher hopes to bolster Christian support for Israel by planting 1 million olive trees. Curt Landry, founder of House of David Ministries in Fairland, Okla., launched My Olive Tree (myolivetree.com) in Israel to provide jobs for local residents while benefiting the Israeli economy. This fall, Landry will plant and dedicate…
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Threats Against Israel Triggers International Prayer Event
Christians around the country and in Israel will pray together simultaneously during the sixth annual Day of Prayer for the Peace of Jerusalem (DPPJ) held October 4. The prayer initiative is a response to growing threats, terrorist attacks and international pressure aimed at Israel. The event will take place in local churches in 175 nations, with more than 1,000 church leaders. "The Bible declared it. Jerusalem has…
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When the Holy Spirit Gives You a New Song
Chynna Phillips’ mother and father were members of the successful singing group The Mamas and the Papas, and she herself achieved fame as a member of the pop sensation Wilson Phillips. Chynna went on to become a household name in the 1990s with such hits as “Hold On” and “You’re in Love.” But today the
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Praise Him in the Dance
My trip to Israel in early spring was life changing. It was educational but most importantly spiritual. Yes, I "walked where Jesus walked" and peered into the Garden Tomb, but I also worshiped Him in song and dance. The music was unfamiliar to me, and I didn't know any of the choreography. But the Holy…
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Extend God’s Kingdom in Tel Aviv
When you arrive in Israel and drive past road signs to Jerusalem or Nazareth, it is easy to think you have just entered the biggest theme park in the world. Almost a million Christians visit Israel every year. As a native-born Israeli, I am blessed to see these groups walking the land and discovering the…
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Muslims to Pray in D.C.
A New Jersey mosque is spearheading a national prayer rally in Washington, D.C., that organizers expect to attract tens of thousands of Muslims to pray for the soul of America. Describing the event as the first-ever of its kind, leaders of Dar-ul-Islam in Elizabeth, N.J., expect 50,000 Muslims from around the world to gather for…
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Al-Qaida Cell Tried to Assassinate Carter, Blair in Gaza
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter and the Quarter's Mideast envoy Tony Blair were recently in danger of assassination by the leader of an al-Qaida-inspired group from the Gaza Strip. Hamas foiled the plot being planned by Jaljalat (Thunder), a group led by Mahmoud Taleb, a former militia commander for Hamas. Taleb, who has been wanted…
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A New Day Is Coming
Most of us cannot relate to the depth of Job's suffering. He had 11,000 livestock, enough hired help to man a mansion and most of all, a wife and 10 children. And then Satan came in and wrecked his life, killing his seven sons and three daughters, the servants and his animals. Everything that could…
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Mercy Triumphs When We Forgive
The process of forgiveness is activated by a conscious decision to respond in obedience to the movement of God's Spirit upon the heart. Feelings confirm what was accomplished by faith.
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Messianic Group Sues After Violent Riot
A Messianic congregation is suing the chief rabbi of Beersheba, Israel, and a Jewish anti-missionary organization for damages incurred during a riot that lasted more than three hours and interrupted regular Sabbath services on the premises of the congregation. On Dec. 24, 2005, hundreds of Orthodox Jews forced their way onto the property of Nachalat…
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Speak the Word to Yourself
Princess LaVear was enjoying life until a business venture that went bad sent her into depression. She said instead of taking antidepressants, she found healing in quoting God’s promises from the Bible. And in 2005, Princess created the biblically based Self-Talk From the Scriptures to help others overcome life’s problems. These CDs address issues such…
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