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Zion Oil And Gas And Other Companies Are Showing That Moses Didn’t Take A Wrong Turn

Friends of Israel have heard the joke often.  When Moses led the Israelites out of Egypt, if he had just turned “right” instead of “left”, then the Jews would have the oil wealth of their Arab neighbors.

All jokes aside, Israel may in fact have a commonality to Texas - oil and gas!  Zion Oil & Gas, Inc. is a Dallas based company with offices in Israel.  

When the Zion corporation began their search for oil, it was the result of a Biblical vision in the heart of Zion’s founder, John Brown.  John Brown is a proud Texan that enjoys bringing the insight and expertise of Texas oil exploration to Israel.  With his Bible in hand and with dedication to his vision, he led a group of industry experts to form Zion Oil and Gas in April 2000, an exploratory company on-shore in Israel.  This vision has been the primary focus and drive of Zion since its inception and the current President, Victor Carrillo, continues to promote and lead the company along the same path.  Victor is another proud Texan.  After honorably serving the State of Texas as its Railroad Commissioner for nearly eight years, Victor took on a leadership role at Zion in January 2011 and was appointed President and Chief Operating Officer in October 2011.

Drilling for oil in Israel is considered an extreme wildcat operation. It is risky and expensive at more than four times the cost as drilling a hole in Texas. But, with Zion’s past work of drilling three wells and the new exploration both off and onshore, the geology of Israel is becoming more and more known.

Former chief scientist of Royal Dutch Shell, Dr. Harold Vinegar, was quoted, “Most people don’t realize yet that Israel has the potential to be one of the world’s major oil producers.”  In 2010, the US Geological Survey stated that there is an estimated 1.7 billion barrels of recoverable oil waiting to be harvested in Israel.  Recently, that estimate has been increased to more than 250 billion barrels which is similar to Saudi Arabia!

Zion Oil and Gas, Inc. is a company that is not limited by chronos time (linear time that does not see God’s hand in the world), but rather a company that embraces kairos time (“fullness of time” that depends on God’s grace).  While the Bible led them to look in large areas, Zion’s geological experts have determined that there is great potential in the near future.  And, Zion Oil & Gas is leading the way with both vision and exploration.

Right now, Zion is close to receiving their license to drill in the Megiddo - Jezreel Valley. The American communication strategist, fiction and Biblical prophecy writer, Joel Rosenberg, wrote about this potential in his book, Epicenter:

“In talking to [Zion and] other oil experts in Israel and the U.S. … I was able to confirm that there is, in fact, both oil and natural gas under the region known in the Bible as Armageddon [Jezreel Valley]...”

Zion Oil and Gas, Inc. is a public company, traded on NASDAQ: ZN that is actively searching for oil and gas that Christian leaders - Pastor John Hagee, Hal Lindsey, Joseph Prince, Dr. David Jeremiah, Marcus Lamb, Tim LaHaye and others - have been talking about for years.

Zion is a Texas-based company that is actively blessing Israel today and will greatly bless Israel in the future. How do they know? It will happen in God’s “Kairos” time. For the blessings for Israel have been promised.

Seems like the Bible may be right all along.  Moses did make the right turn when he turned toward Eretz Israel and both the Land & the company will see those promises soon.

Texans for Israel (TFI) proudly supports the efforts and individuals of Zion Oil and Gas, Inc.  Join us as we follow this adventure and pray for the riches of Israel to be realized.  Subscribe to this blog to hear more from TFI and all the wonderful people standing up for and with Israel.

It's A Texas Thing

Many Jewish people from Texas have orthodox friends back in Israel. When the Texans go to Israel to visit their friends and they tell other people they meet there that they are from Texas, the Israelites think that the Texans are cowboys. Whether or not this is true, the Israelites instantly love them for this possibility. It's just a Texas thing.

It is natural for anyone living in Texas to yearn to be a cowboy at some point. The state offers many opportunities to take cattle drives, ride horses, and sleep outside under the stars all within authentic Texas ranches.

It is rumored that there are Israeli cowboys who keep kosher. Jesus obeyed the Law of Moses under which he lived and died, he was always observant of any kosher principles that were based on Biblical teachings.

One of the best resources for all things relating to kosher and cowboys is the popular kosher magazine, The Joy of Kosher. The magazine has recently started a brand new food and travel series entitled Joy of Israel with Jamie Geller, which is the sequel to the Joy of Aliyah documentary.  The premier episode of the Joy of Israel with Jamie Geller presents a slice of daily life from a region of Israel that does not get a lot of attention. In the episode, we learn how to make a dish called Poyke. The name literally means “small pot food.” It is a stew that is prepared outdoors. Traditionally it is cooked in a cast iron, round, three-legged pot that is heated over a small fire. The standard ingredient list consists of meat, starches such as potatoes and rice, and vegetables including cauliflower, carrots, pumpkin, and cabbage. The stew is prepared with a mix of Dutch-Malay spices. The dish takes on different variations in different cultures. It has become a staple for many Israelites.

Texans for Israel illustrates the common bond that Texans have to their Israeli brothers through God, the Earth, a passion for the outdoors, and the joy that comes from riding a horse to work. For people who have Texas blood in them, this bond most likely also includes guns. Texans for Israel was created to inform people in Texas as well as throughout the world about the importance and needs of Israel and its people. In order to learn more about this non-profit organization, check out their website.

The Virtual Nature Of The Internet And Five Minutes Can Make A Big Change In How Our Up And Coming Leaders View The World Around Them

A few years ago, I got to meet someone who quickly became one of my favorite people!  His name is Dennis Prager and he is a Brilliant Man!  Dennis Prager hosts a syndicated radio talk show, The Dennis Prager Show.  He is an accomplished columnist, author, public speaker and the President of Prager University.  Prager University, a virtual institution,  works to change the minds of American students and accomplishes this goal five minutes at a time through five minute long courses offered via the internet.  Dennis’s conservative Judeo-Christian values have been the seed for his conservative political and social views.  I have learned so much from this Brilliant and Devoted Man!

We at Texans for Israel believe that we are living in very Interesting times.  Texans for Israel was created to educate people in Texas and around the world on the importance and needs of Israel and its people!  In direct support of this goal, the Prager University has produced a wonderful video that I think, in just a few minutes, says a lot and needs to be viewed and heard by All Bible Believing People in our neighborhood, our city, our state, our country and around the world.  After viewing this short (5 minutes) presentation by Anne Bayefsky, the Director of Touro Human Rights Institute for Prager University, each of us can quickly come to learn and understand why this small country (Israel) is so important!

If you are like me and from childhood have believed in God and the Bible, or even if you really don't believe, I think this video will give you information that will make you think, “Maybe this little nation is different in a Big Way!”

I hope we at Texans for Israel will bring you interesting Blogs and help keep you informed of the latest news and information regarding Israel from around the world.  We will have some wonderful Guest Bloggers and want to use our platform to introduce you to some of our great and interesting wonderful friends and supporters of Israel and Texans for Israel!

Please take time to watch this video and please share it with your friends!  Don’t stop there!!! We would like for you to join our Team!  We are a Movement and we have a lot of work to do!  Texans for Israel are excited about the future.  A lot of exciting things are about to happen.  

WE ARE GOING TO HAVE A GREAT JOURNEY GOING INTO THE FUTURE.  COME AND RIDE WITH US!

 
  

Help Texans for Israel Make A Difference.

How can you help Israel?

Become aware of Israel's needs.

Israel needs people who are educated and informed about their culture and country. People can educate themselves and their children by taking classes and attending lectures. Many Jewish people face regular tirades of anti-Israel information. In order to combat these attacks and respond positively and appropriately, it is vital to have a solid understanding of Jewish heritage and the connection between Israel and the Jewish people.

There are a number of news resources that people can read regularly to stay abreast of Israel's needs. FloridaJewish.com reports breaking news stories from the Middle East and Israel every 15 minutes throughout the day. People can seek out Israeli newspapers and other Arab news publications that are available in English. These sources are a wonderful way to understand the critical analysis that these people receive. Additionally, there are live Israeli broadcasts that are available in English.

Align yourself with organizations that meet the needs of Israel.

Israeli citizens live in danger of threats and intruders every day. All able bodied people in Israel are part of the Reservist community through age 45. There is a significant amount of money required to prepare and outfit these people so that they can take up arms and defend the Israeli nation. It takes approximately $350 to equip one Reservist community member. Project Gideon is one way that people can support this cause. The donations that are made to Project Gideon go directly toward purchases for equipment and clothing that the Israeli citizens need.

The Land of Israel is an organization that strives to inform, inspire, and entertain English speaking Israelis who live outside of Israel. This is made possible through satellite broadcasts. During the past four years, the organization has grown from a small budgeted TV show to an international sensation known as "Tuesday Night Live in Jerusalem." The men behind this initiative have used their TV show to educate both Jewish and non-Jewish people throughout the world about the Bible and the importance of the land of Israel and the Torah.

These are just a few of the many organizations that work hard every day to promote and support Israel.  Search the web or simply visit the Texans for Israel website to learn more about these worthwhile groups.

Become a member of Texans for Israel.

Texans for Israel (TFI) is a nonprofit organization that strives to educate individuals on the importance of supporting Israel. The group works to shine light on people with similar purposes to their organization throughout the state of Texas as well as further afield in the country and even internationally. TFI believes in the purpose of developing a love for God's land and people and demonstrating God's truths through actions.

Texans for Israel works tirelessly to identify, inform, and rally people who support the Jewish nation and the land of Israel. This is an enormous task that cannot be completed by a small group of individuals. They depend on members and supporters from all around the world to help them with this demanding, ever changing challenge.  Join them in this effort.  Become a member.  Subscribe to the TFI Blog.  Donate to this cause.  Stand up and be counted among the supporters of Israel.

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Why Is Social Networking So Important to Israel?

Israel is as modern as the U.S. when it comes to technology. Social media has taken hold there just like it has in America. Social networking in Israel offers the same promise for connecting with people as it does in the States. But, in some ways, social networking has become more important in Israel than it has in many other parts of the world.

Why is social networking so important to Israel?

• Social networking allows Israelis to share their message and speak to millions of people.

People from all walks of life live in Israel. Social networking allows them to communicate at the same level. When someone has a message to pass on, social networking offers the perfect way to do it. You share your message with your Israeli contacts. They pass it on to their contacts. Within a short time, you message is going out to millions of people.  Whether your message is personal, professional, political, or inspirational, the ability to share with others is the perfect way to spread the word. You can connect with people in all areas of Israel and other parts of the world.

• Social networking allows Israelis to find many others who have the same passion and beliefs.

Christians live in Israel. Orthodox Jews live in Israel. Many others call Israel home. Some are conservative. Some are not. You can find someone in the crowd who shares your passion and beliefs. Social networking is the way to make that connection. You will find that more than one person likely shares those same passions.  You can make connections with people in many parts of Israel. You can make connections with people who want to spread your message to others who believe the same. A network is a great choice for anyone who wants to connect to others with like opinions and passions.

• Social networking offers a platform to rally people to action.

When you need action taken, social networking is the perfect option. You can rally the people on your network to help you. They can spread the word to people on their networks. Within a short time, you have people taking action. You can concentrate your efforts in Israel or even have the word go around the world.

Use the power of networking to get your call to action heard by millions of people. The connections you can make with people of like passions will strengthen your call. You will be amazed at the outpouring of support you get.

Israel is a land where the major religions of the world come together. It is a land of modern conflict built on a land of ancient turmoil.  Modern technology offers a great way to connect with the people who inhabit the modern land of Israel. It offers a way to share your message and speak to millions. You can find others that share your passion and beliefs. You can use social networking as a platform to rally people to action.

Texans for Israel relies heavily on social networking to get its message out to the masses.  Join us and help us spread the word.  Israel is important to us all and this is a message that must get out and be heard.  Contact Texans for Israel today and find out how you can help.  Take up your social networking sword in the name of Israel.

Why Is It Important to Go to Israel?

You wonder why it is important to go to Israel. The modern state of Israel has nothing to do with the ancient one, does it? There is no trace of Jesus in the streets of Jerusalem, right? It is a dangerous place to visit, correct? In reality, these statements are false. This place is the direct link to Jesus and Ancient Israel.

Millions of visitors make the pilgrimage to Israel every year to see the ancient sites and experience the land where the ancient Jews and Jesus lived. It is truly an eye-opening and heart felt experience. While most Christians have read about Israel in the Bible, they have never experienced it first hand.

Reasons abound for going to Israel. Here are just a few:

To experience a perspective other than what you get from the news

If you look closely at the broadcast news shows, the news about Israel is almost always negative. Someone bombed something. Relations in the region are tense. Violence is always in the air. The reality on the ground is a bit different. Yes, violence happens sometimes. But, most of the time, people are going about their daily lives. Tourists visit the Holy Land year round from countries around the world.  A visit to the land of Israel is a special experience that you should not fear. You will see the people of Israel walking the same streets their ancestors did thousands of years ago.

To walk the places where Jesus lived

Jesus grew up in Bethlehem. His path took Him all around the Sea of Galilee. He traveled to the borders of Tyre to the north. He spent 40 days in the Judean desert. He performed His first miracle in Cana. He walked the streets of Jerusalem in the days before His Crucifixion. His earthly body died on Mt. Calvary. He appeared to Mary Magdalene at the Tomb. He appeared at different places to different people until His ascension.  All of these places really exist. When you visit Israel, you can walk the same places.

To make the entire Bible come alive

Besides the paths that Jesus walked, there are plenty of Biblical landmarks that dot the Holy Land.  The Western Wall, at the base of the Temple Mount, is the holiest of places in Israel for prayers. Mount Nebo offers a panorama to the Holy Land that Moses saw before his death. Jericho, where the walls came tumbling down, is a modern city on ancient foundations. The Dead Sea and the river Jordan are areas of great importance throughout the Bible, Old and New Testament.

Experiencing the places and sites of Israel will transport you back to the days of the ancient Jews and the time when Jesus walked the streets of Bethlehem and Jerusalem. Modern Israel is a place that blends the modern world with that of the past.

When someone asks why it is important to go to Israel? The answer is because it is life transforming.

Texans for Israel as a whole knows the importance of this journey. Become a member today, make a donation, subscribe to their blog and you too will come to know the true meaning and importance of Israel.

Pat Boone Gives Original 'Exodus' Song Lyrics To Holocaust Memorial

The movie Exodus was originally released in 1960. It shares the story of the birth of the modern Jewish state. The movie has changed the lives of millions of people all around the world. The initial form of the Academy Award-winning film score did not have any lyrics because the director, composer, and producer of the movie were not satisfied with any of the lyrics that people composed for it. However, all of that changed during the 1961 Christmas season.

During a recent trip to Israel, Pat Boone shared with CBN news reporters the inspiration that came to him when he played the score on his record player. As he listened to the music, the lyrics “This land is mine” came into his head. He believed that the phrase accurately summed up the entire story of Exodus.

When the lyrics came to him, the closest item that Boone could find to write on was a Christmas card. After he recorded his initial lyrics “this land is mine,” the next lyrics were already forming in his mind: “God gave this land to me.” These moving lyrics to the Exodus film score quickly spread throughout Israel. They provided hope to many young children of Holocaust survivors, including Shaya Ben-Yehuda.

Ben-Yehuda shared with CBN news reporters that as a son of a Holocaust survivor, he often felt that he had been abandoned during the Holocaust. The lyrics to this song gave him the knowledge and feeling that he was not alone anymore, which was very comforting. Ben-Yehuda continues to listen to this song today and still takes away great meaning from it.

Ben-Yehuda went on to become the international director of Yad Vashem, which is Jerusalem's well known Holocaust memorial. When he obtained this position, he requested a copy of the Exodus lyrics from Boone. Boone went the extra mile and presented Yad Vashem with the original copy of the words on the Christmas card, now housed in the permanent collection at Yad Vashem. Boone found this experience to be a pivotal moment in his life. Boone stated that there have been only a handful of moments in his life where be felt he understood why he was given life on this earth and that this was one of them.

Further, Boone believes that providing a connection between the words that tell the tale of the survivors who came and created this country, in spite of everything that they went through, and the words in Yad Vashem creates an important message to future generations.

During the dedication ceremony for the Exodus lyrics, the Yad Vashem staff played a recording of Exodus that Boone had sung at Masada, which is the historic desert fortress overlooking the Dead Sea.

Are you looking for more information about Israel and spirituality? Check out Texans for Israel today.  This non-profit organization strives to educate people on the importance of supporting Israel.

In Israel, Land Is More Than Dirt And Water.

Israel has a special bond with the land upon which it sits.

The people who place their spiritual trust in Judaism and Christianity have a special bond with that land as well. Israel is an ancient promise that still holds power in the modern world. When you understand that promise, you will understand that the land of Israel is more than a patch of dirt and water.

In ancient times, Abraham brought his family and servants into the land of Canaan. Through Isaac and Jacob, the land remained. With the 12 sons of Jacob, the land fulfilled its promise for generations to come.

What makes Israel so special?

• The Land Itself is a Promise from God

The land of Canaan, renamed to Israel, was a direct promise to Abraham and his descendants:

"And Abram took Sarai his wife and Lot his brother's son, and all their possessions that they had acquired, and the souls they had acquired in Haran, and they went to go to the land of Canaan...And the Lord appeared to Abram, and He said, 'To your seed I will give this land,' ..." - Genesis 12:5-7 (English Translation © The Judaica Press)

That promise has emboldened the people of Israel for over 3000 years. It was a promise even during the time when the Jewish people did not have a hold on the land.

• The Land is the Birthplace of Christianity

The rich beginnings of Christianity have their roots in the land of Israel.  Jesus was born in the town of Bethlehem. His childhood was in Nazareth. John baptized Him in the River Jordan. His ministry began in the lands of Judea, moving throughout Galilee, ending in Jerusalem where His earthly body died on the Cross. After the Resurrection, He appeared to Mary Magdalene at the Empty Tomb. He ascended to Heaven at the Mount of Olives.  The Apostles began their ministries in the land of Israel. While their travels took them elsewhere, they always returned home to the land where Christ began His ministry.

• The Land Was, Is, and Will Always Be the Earthly Home of God

Ever since before God gave the promise of Israel to Abraham, the Land has been God's Earthly Home. It is the place where God commanded the Israelites to build His Temple. It is the place He settled His chosen people. It is the place where He brought Jesus to Earth. This place is sacred to God and will always remain so.

This promise has brought the people of Israel home. It is the promise that brings Christians from around the world. This Land provides an earthly place where God's people can gather and await what is to come.

A visit to the land of Israel is a truly life-changing experience. It is a coming home that Jews and Christians alike share. This land holds the power of all that God promises. The land of Israel connects the ancient world with the modern experience.  Texans for Israel is dedicated to bringing this message to the masses and to rallying the soldiers of God to defend the Nation of Israel against all oppressors.  Join us in this effort.  Let “I Stand With Israel” be more than a message you wear around your wrist, let it be a worthy mission in your life.  

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What's the Big Deal About Drew Barrymore Having Her Tattoos Removed?

In February 2013, rumors began circulating that Drew Barrymore is having her tattoos removed.  Drew recently married Will Kopelman, an art consultant who is Jewish. Drew verified her interest in converting to Judaism during a recent interview on "The View." She expressed a growing interest in Judaism, its tenets, traditions, and family oriented philosophy. Part of the conversion process would include parting with her tattoos.

Drew was well-known as a child actress. As a tween and teen, she got caught up in the wild side of Hollywood life. It was during those troubled times Drew added the tattoos. They are marks of her free-living past and troubled youth. Despite her checkered past, Drew has established herself as a top actress with several hit movies. She has also become a producer, screenwriter, and director.

Drew's romantic life has seen its ups and downs. She has married twice before, both ending in divorce. A few broken engagements and numerous romances happened along the way. The marriage to Kopelman marks her third marriage, this time at age 37.

So, why is it such a big deal about her getting her tattoos removed? It comes down to Jewish law and practices.

What Does the Torah Say about Tattoos?

The Jewish Bible is clear about the subject of tattoos:

You shall not make cuts in your flesh for a person [who died]. You shall not etch a tattoo on yourselves. I am the Lord. - Leviticus 19:28 (English Translation © The Judaica Press)

According to Jewish experts, the human body is as God intended. Adding tattoos mars that Divine perfection.

What are Jewish Traditions around Burial Preparation?

One of the most sacred parts of preparing for a Jewish burial is the rite of Taharah. Members of the Jewish community are part of the Chevra Kadisha, a group with the sacred task of preparing bodies for burial. Members of the group will clear the body of all clothing and jewelry before going through the cleansing ritual. The body must be as it was at birth.

After the cleansing is complete, they wrap the body in a Tachrichim, a clean white linen shroud. Men are also buried in their Tallit (prayer shawl). The dead wear nothing else, including tattoos.

What About Holocaust Survivors' and their Tattoos?

In World War II, Nazis at Auschwitz tattooed Jewish prisoners with numbers. They could track the prisoners with the numbers, and, because tattoos were against Jewish law, it was a form of humiliation. Thousands of survivors came out of the death camps wearing these tattoo reminders.

Jewish law against tattoos is about a person deliberately applying one to their body for adornment or religious reasons. The survivors of the Holocaust had no say in these tattoos. It was an act done to them without their permission. There is no issues with these tattoos according to most Jewish authorities.

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6 Reasons I Love God’s Learning Channel & Founded Texans For Israel

By Mike Isley

Monday Night was the First Night of Passover 2013.  There is a great awakening happening all over the world to what is called the Biblical Feast!  Some say Jewish Feast, but the Bible calls these appointed times the Feast of the Lord!  Passover is a New tradition in my Life and I was excited to share the night with some of my favorite people.  I spent the first night of passover on what is called God’s Learning Channel with Founders, Tommie and Al Cooper, and all the other people that I call family!

A few months ago I was invited to Al Cooper’s Birthday Party, so I got up at the crack of dawn, and drove to the famous towns of Midland-Odessa, Texas.  The economy of the Midland-Odessa area is heavily dependent on the petroleum industry.  This region has an estimated population, based on the last census, of around 274,000 people and hosts the world’s largest inland petroleum exposition.  While Midland is predominantly a white-collar community, Odessa is mostly blue-collar.  In the midst of this industrialized region and settled in the heart of the Permian Basin lies a small television station, God’s Learning Channel, founded by Tommie and Al Cooper some 20 years ago or so!  God’s Learning Channel (GLC) is a satellite network dedicated to teaching the world about the true roots of Christianity.  This tv network has become a very important and influential part of my life!

I think I started watching GLC before that horrible day of 9/11/2001, when the Twin Towers were destroyed and more importantly, when 3000 Americans lost their lives to an act of sheer terrorism!  GLC became a Biblical college for me!  I learned wonderful truths and and was introduced, via my TV, to the many wonderful guest that Al and Tommie hosted and interviewed.  I often called them and frequently got in my car and go meet these inspiring individuals.  For years I was like a sponge.  I could not get enough of all this New Knowledge about the Jewish and Hebrew Christian roots of my faith!  Let me give you a few reasons why I so deeply fell in love with Tommie and Al Cooper  and God’s Learning Channel and why I was motivated to establish Texans for Israel.

1. Like I said, years ago I would make contact with many of the guests on GLC.  Something I learned is that in this world there is the Good, the Bad and the Ugly.  Not everyone in life is who they say they are.  I learned and experience the truth in that life has big ups and equally big downs.  I learned that some people you can trust while others really disappoint you!

2. I traveled to Israel with Tommie and Al, one of my many trips to my favorite spot on Earth! Because of that trip in the company of Tommie and Al, God allowed me to meet some of the Great people in the World.  I, being a gentile, met hundreds of people that I now call my Jewish family!  Its crazy but these relationships are kind of closer than my real family! People like Rabbi Jeremy Gimpel, Rabbi Ari Abramowitz and Rabbi Chaim Richman who have become three of my Best friends.  David Wilder, the Spokesman for the city of Hebron, and Moshe Kempinski, a famous Jewish teacher and Retailer, are now part of my extended Jewish family!  I could give you hundreds of other names of people I have met and come to know as inspirational leaders in the support of Israel.  I have dined with the Israeli Ambassador to America at a fancy hotel in Jerusalem and broke bread with settlers on a hilltop in Judea.  Both of these events will be in my heart and mind forever.

3. Because of GLC, I came to know about a group that was being formed to support Israel.  So I went to some of the group’s meetings.  The next thing I knew I was getting on a plane and going to Washington, D.C. to support this group.  Because of all these relationships, I am now part of the beginning of Christians United for Israel (CUFI)!  David Brog and John Hagee, two key figures in the group, have become dear friends.   We are a million strong and growing.  CUFI is the largest pro-Israel group in the USA and one of the leading grassroots Christian organizations in the world.

4. Because of GLC and CUFI  I met a some real Hero’s of mine, Tommy and Sherri Waller.  The Wallers and their family started an amazing movement to help the Israeli farmer.  A few years ago I traveled to Israel to go to Restoring Love event put on by Glenn Beck.  While there, I got to be part of HaYovel and picked Israeli grapes that made and still make Award winning Israeli wine! This was a highlight in my life!

5. I think Tommie and Al are both 80 years old and obviously won’t be around forever.  In 2000 I lost my Dad and not too long after that my Mom passed away!  Thinking back on the years since then, I want to thank the Coopers for filling the gap left by the loss of my parents.  There have been many times during the last few years when I have asked myself, “What would Dad do or Mom say?”  Well, if they have been watching and listening, which I am sure they have, Tommie and Al gave me great advice!

6. One of the great threats to Israel and our jewish friends is the lie of Replacement Theology.  GLC taught me about this horrible Doctrine and it needs to be recognized and understood by Christians all over the world so that none of us are get fooled by the enemies of Israel.

God’s Learning Channel Opened My Eyes, My Heart And My Pocket For Israel

The greatest thing Al and Tommie have given to me is they have used their lives to be A Light Unto The Nations!  I want to ensure that light continues to shine and to be a Watchman on the Wall for Israel just like they are!  It is time for me and my friends to stand up and be counted, to take a stand and to make a difference just like Tommie and Al have all these years!  I know they are the Real Deal, and have been the real deal for over 20 plus years!  I have become a better Disciple of Jesus the Messiah.  I ask you to join me and Texans For Israel (TFI) to watch God’s Learning Channel.  GLC is only a mouse click away and now they are available on Roku!  Join me and TFI in learning how to love and support Israel and the Jewish people.  Please keep up with my blog.  One of my goals is to speak about and introduce you to our friends in Israel.  I want you to meet these brave men and women.  I want you to get to know about the Great Pro Israel organizations dedicated to combating all of the enemies of Israel!  There are Dangerous Days ahead.  We all need to become Watchmen on the Wall and do our part to Bless our brothers and friends in the House of Israel!

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