I’ve just returned from one of the most unforgettable and spiritually rich journeys of my life—a 3-week gospel mission trip to Israel. From the cobbled streets of Jerusalem to the lively marketplaces and sacred sites, God opened doors for the gospel in ways I could never have planned or imagined. Even though I was sick the whole time I was there, I saw firsthand that the harvest truly is plentiful—and God is still mightily at work in the land where Jesus Himself walked.
Teaching Truth in Love
One of the great honors of this trip was teaching a full-day Witnessing Workshop. Dozens gathered to learn how to clearly and compassionately share their faith in Jesus the Messiah. We focused on how to engage people from different worldviews with gentleness, confidence, and biblical truth. It was energizing to see hearts stirred, minds sharpened, and boldness ignited.
Later in the trip, I had the joy of teaching creation apologetics at a Messianic Christian school. We walked through the authority of Scripture beginning in Genesis, explored the harmony between science and Scripture, and gave students tools to defend their faith in a skeptical world. Their questions were sharp and sincere, and their hunger for truth was deeply encouraging.
Another highlight was preaching at a Shabbat service in a Messianic congregation. What a powerful experience—to open God’s Word and teach others how to proclaim Yeshua (Jesus) as the promised Messiah! The message was well-received, and the fellowship afterward was rich with unity in Christ and a shared love for reaching the lost for Jesus.
Gospel Conversations Across Boundaries
Perhaps the most awe-inspiring part of this trip was the sheer diversity of people I got to share the gospel with. Jews—both secular and ultra-Orthodox. Muslims. Catholics. Eastern Orthodox. Non-religious seekers. Each conversation was a divine appointment, and each one reminded me that Jesus is for all nations, tribes, and tongues.
Whether it was speaking to a Muslim shopkeeper about the uniqueness of Christ, dialoguing with an ultra-Orthodox man about Isaiah 53, or answering a Catholic pilgrim’s questions about salvation by grace alone—the Lord was present, guiding each word, and softening hearts. Seeds were planted. Some even showed genuine interest in continuing the conversation.
God Gets the Glory
Not every conversation ended in a person repenting right in front of me—but that’s not the measure of success. Faithfulness is. I saw again and again how God blesses bold obedience. He is the one who saves; we are just the messengers. But what a joy and privilege it is to be His ambassadors!
I return home humbled, thankful, and more convinced than ever that the gospel is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes—to the Jew first, and also to the Gentile (Romans 1:16). Please pray for the seeds sown, for the people I met, and for continued gospel light to shine in Israel.
To God be all the glory!
