“He who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food will supply and multiply your seed for sowing and increase the harvest of your righteousness” (2 Corinthians 9:10).
One of the things we do in the Land is go to various events put on by different Jewish & Arab pastors. These pastors believe it is important that the body of Yeshua come together to worship and pray for the land of Israel and God’s purposes here. The worship center Kehilat HaCarmel has been active for number of years hosting prayer and worship events which are attended by people across Israel and the world.
We presented Sharon Sanders latest book “A Principle and a Promise” to several leaders. One man shared how CFI – through the co-founder Ray Sanders - had generously helped him in the early stages of his ministry. His heart was to minister to drug addicts in Haifa. For this help he is truly greatful and he has not forgoten the help CFI has given. This ministry has grown and has helped address a great need in the Land.
We continue to build relationships with Arab pastors in Nazareth. This area is a very difficult area as the problems with gangs, drugs, violence and the recent prospect of war from Lebanon has weighed heavily upon the pastors. Sharon & I recently visited a Senior Pastor who lives here. He had requested some of the Derek Prince books that we have in Arabic which he wants to use to help some 20 young Arab pastors in their ministry. His heart is not just for the Arabs in Israel, but also those in the neighboring countries which he has
visited a lot. He also shared about the increase of “Replacement Theology” among the Arab churches. This is especially true in Bethlehem. The Pro Palestinian message has merged with this theology and the churches need to understand what the Bible teaches about Israel. As First Fruits Coordinators with CFI we want to stand with and assist these pastors as they minister in the Land.
We recently had a chance to visit a congregation in Poriya, just south of Tiberias on the Sea of Galilee. This was an opportunity for us to be a part of a congregation of believers that meets in a home. This congregation has been meeting for a long time. Although many members were away, the meeting and fellowship was tremendous. An excellent message was given on the subject of “God Keeping Covenant” and how the Bible develops this right up to the coming of Yeshua and the New Covenant. Partaking in Communion is an important part of their coming together. We were blessed that we were invited to be a part of this.
At the end of March we had the opportunity to assist in a Women’s Conference being held in Netanya. We were asked to bring some Derek Prince books in several languages (English and Russian) for the 500 women who were to attend. A table was set up and we were able to get the books out as fast the women took them!! The Russian titles were very popular, as there are over 1 million Russian speaking people here in Israel. Titles such as “Blessings and Curses: You Choose” and “Change the World Through Prayer and Fasting” were included. We as the First Fruits Ministry at CFI are able help build up the believing community in the land by providing good, solid, Bible-based materials in their language through our partnership with Derek Prince Ministries International.
These are some of the highlights of outreaches made in March. We go out and connect with the various communities of believers in the land and get to know their leadership. We want them to know that Christian Friends of Israel is here to stand with them and practically assist when able. Applications for assistance continue to come in and with the war presently going on, needs are only going to rise. We appreciate your prayers and the financial assistance that continues to come in. This enables us to continue this ministry. May the Lord bless you richly for it.
Thank you for your part in helping us bless the body of Yeshua in the Land of Israel!