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Israel:  The Garden of Gethsemane and the Garden Tomb

Israel: The Garden of Gethsemane and the Garden Tomb

The Garden of Gethsemane is the place where Jesus prayed three times asking God to “let this cup pass” from Him (Matthew 26:39). Each time, Jesus followed His plea with a request for His Father’s will to be done. While we weren’t allowed to step into the garden,...
Israel:  Mount Carmel and the Kishon Valley

Israel: Mount Carmel and the Kishon Valley

Mount Carmel, the very place where Elijah displayed God’s power to the prophets of Baal, is where I stood. The story is told in 1 Kings 18:16-45. Approximately three years prior to the showdown, Elijah had met with King Ahab to deliver a message from God, whose anger...
Israel:  The Sea of Galilee

Israel: The Sea of Galilee

When I first laid eyes on the sparkling blue Sea of Galilee, I was amazed at how beautiful it is. This body of water is actually a freshwater lake with a circumference of 33 miles and an area of 64 square miles. This is the same sea Jesus walked on and stilled with a...
Shell-Shocked

Shell-Shocked

I could see him through the glass in my backdoor because I have a clear view from my recliner. Bandit, my light brown Chihuahua and Terrier mix, was ready to come in. It was 9 pm Super Bowl Sunday evening, and I was watching the game. Wishing for a doggy door didn’t...
Pondering Time

Pondering Time

Like many, I embrace the new year with hope for more joy than sorrow and success in accomplishing a list of goals. In the days leading up to a New Year’s Day, I typically reflect on the previous year, considering the good, the bad, and the ugly. This past year’s end...