NOW IS THE TIME: By Dr Katanacho
How do we embrace this season when our spirits are frozen by hate and suspicion. A powerful poem by Dr. Yohanna Katanacho – a Palestinian Israeli Evangelical believer
IRAN DECODED: 5 perspectives beyond the headlines
The attacks by Israel on Iran cannot be reduced to a simplistic view of two nations at war. We need a multi-dimensional lens that considers all the key players and the underlying cultural, religious, and social challenges—factors that are often absent from mainstream discussions. Here are 5 perspectives overlooked by most of the Western Media
DIVINE DOMINION: Israel’s expansive vision of land and power
Divine dominion exerts a formidable influence in the Middle East, with Israel positioned at its centre. The nation’s persistent military actions in Gaza, Lebanon, Syria, and the West Bank suggest motives that may extend beyond simple border defence and when geopolitics and the quest for power interweave with religious fervour, the promise of true peace has always remained elusive. From the misty heights of Sinai to the embattled borders of the modern Middle East, two intertwined visions—GREATER ISRAEL and DAVID’S CORRIDOR—offer a striking lens on how ancient promises collide with contemporary power politics.
FAITH ON THE FAULT LINE: Mission Work in Israel
Should Christians continue to view Israel as the nation of God, even when most Jews reject Him? Should they offer blessings, even when those blessings are met with resistance? Should Christians continue to reach out to a nation that rejects the very core of the One they confess and believe in? Instead of seeing Israel as fundamentally different, should missions approach the country as they would any other unreached group, with no special status but a commitment to equal outreach?
ISRAEL’S REGIONAL STANDOFF: 3 Narratives that define its failures
When so many nations are voicing discontent with Israel’s bombardment on Gaza, it usually points to underlying issues that merit serious self-examination and dialogue. A true and honest self-reflection on why Israel faces such deep-seated hatred from its neighbours can be seen through at least three main narratives: Biblical, moral and social
WEEPING WITH THE WOUNDED: The Orthopathos of Compassion in Gaza
What the world needs now is not another revival but a baptism of compassion. Not the orthodoxy of compassion nor the orthopraxy of compassion but the orthopathos of compassion. Not only weeping FOR the wounded but weeping WITH the wounded.
600 DAYS IN GAZA: the one known known in the many unknown unknowns:
On Wednesday, May 28, Israel marked a grim milestone—600 days of war, the longest conflict in the nation’s history. Understanding the uncertainties surrounding the future will be determined by the known knowns, the known unknowns and especially the unknown unknowns.
THE NEW PLAYBOOK: 10 political trends reshaping global leadership
Much has been said about the high-profile meeting on May 21 between the South African delegation, led by President Cyril Ramaphosa, and the American delegation, headed by Donald Trump. The meeting once again underlined the fact that modern politics is now defined by a new set of rules, where the pursuit of power and control often overrides core values, bringing global systems to a dangerous low point. Here are ten new political trends shaping the shift in global leadership.
SOUTH AFRICAN REFUGEES: the semantics of displacement
The question has never been whether the 49 South Africans have been traumatised or whether they feel victimized. Crime is a reality in South Africa that no one, regardless of race, language, or profession, can escape. However, the question of whether white Afrikaners qualify as refugees is highly debated. The debate continues, with strong opinions on both sides. Racial discrimination in South Africa—both past and present—is an inherently emotional issue, and achieving a balanced understanding requires a measured approach grounded in definitions, factual analysis, and concrete examples.
POPE LEO XIV: from Missions to Match Point – 10 facts that might surprise you
By better understanding the spiritual significance of electing the leader of the world’s largest Christian denomination, the body of Christ can better appreciate the weight of this moment and recognize the profound impact a new pope may have on global faith and unity. Here are ten facts you might not know about the new Pope – from missionary to tennis lover.