On this episode of Inside the Epicenter, Joel Rosenberg covers a turbulent week for Israel and the global Christian community. He discusses the accidental IDF shelling of a Gaza church, a leaked letter from Ambassador Mike Huckabee demanding fair treatment for evangelical workers, and debunks false claims of church arson in the West Bank. Joel gives listeners a clear update, behind-the-scenes insights, and calls for continued prayer and support for Israel and her neighbors.

(00:02) "Strengthening Churches in The Epicenter"
(04:18) Podcast Update: Denver Meetings
(07:54) Israeli Military Mistake Kills Three
(12:36) Church Attack Prompts Diplomatic Response
(14:13) US-Israel Relations' High and Low Points
(19:20) "Skilled Work Leads to Elevation"
(23:33 Evangelicals' Visa Struggle in Israel
(26:31) Casual Dinner with Huckabees and Meyers
(28:42) Diplomatic Intervention Resolves Evangelical Issue
(33:56) U.S. Ambassador Warns Israel on Relations
(41:04) "Evangelical Christians Welcomed in Israel"
(46:00) "False Accusation, Call for Prayer"
(46:53) Prayers for Peace and Resolution

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Bible Verse

Proverbs 22:29 - Again, do you see a man skilled in his work? He will stand before kings; he will not stand before obscure men.

• Praying for the Christians that were wounded in the church in Gaza, that they would fully recover, the Lord would give them grace and comfort, and healing. The Lord would comfort and heal the hearts of the families and the friends and the other believers around them
• Praying for the Christians in Israel, praying for Palestinian Christians, praying for the Christians in Syria, and throughout the region. Thank you. Thank you for listening.

Related Episodes:

• Ambassador Mike Huckabee - Perspectives on The Future of US-Israel Relations #302
• Joel at Refuge Church Pt 3 Gaza’s Future, and God’s Heart for Israel and Neighbors #301
• East Coast Pastor Conference - Insights on Young Evangelicals’ Attitudes Toward Israel #300
• Joel at Refuge Church Pt . 2 God Shaking Israel: A Biblical Perspective on Recent Events #296

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