The Pharisees and the Post-Destruction Yavne New Beginning

How does intuitive insight provide new possibilities in philosophy, theology, science, and literature?  Catholic Theologian Thomas Dubay and the noted scientist Michael Polanyi point to the mystery that understanding comes almost like revelation.  Augustine taught that all progress in knowledge …

Mercy Triumphs over Judgment

But I tell you that everyone will have to give account on the day of judgment for every empty word they have spoken. For by your words you will be acquitted, and by your words you will be condemned.” Matt …

The Theology of Charles Finney, The Great Revivalist

Many consider Charles Finney the greatest revivalist in American history.  He held revival meetings mostly before the Civil War.  Outpourings of the Spirit, conversions, and dedications were noteworthy.  Transformations of whole towns and cities in New York state were especially …

Returning to the Places That Shaped Us

Patty and I have had, so far, the most wonderful time in the United States. We returned on El Al Airlines the day before the Iran War broke out. That was amazing! We flew to our son’s house near Jacksonville, …

Toward Jerusalem Council II, Daniel Juster

For 30 years, I have been involved in a project, Toward Jerusalem Council II.  This was a vision given to Messianic Jewish Rabbi Marty Waldman.  The original vision was to gather the leaders of all large denominations and streams of …

Palestinianism: An Ideology of Erasure 

I was very impressed by an article on Einat Wilf by Herb Kenon, the frequent columnist in the Jerusalem Post.  Wilf had been a higher up in the government of Ehud Barak when he sought to bring about a two-state …

Passages on Israel’s Restoration to the Land

In December, I engaged in a debate at Wheaton College with a professor who supports replacement theology regarding the Jewish people.  We maintained a friendly tone.  However, I do think my position came out stronger.  Why?