Jerusalem
10 July 2020
A weekly reflection on current global affairs concerning Israel and
the Jewish people from a Biblical perspective.
The big issue in Israel at the moment is the Corona virus. Faced with a record number of new cases, and spiraling economy, the government faces a huge challenge to contain the virus while restoring public confidence.
Another major threat to Israel remains the International Criminal Court, which is due to decide any day now whether or not to give the Prosecutor the green light to prosecute Israeli leaders for the building of “settlements” in Judea and Samaria. This includes the largest “settlement” of them all: the Old City of Jerusalem and its surroundings.
The question of “annexation” seems to have taken a back seat for the time being. But it is still possible the government will proceed with its plans to apply Israeli law to other parts of the ‘West Bank’. If that happens, it is sure to cause enormous outrage. But it is highly questionable whether it will cause the violence that many seem to fear.
All things point to Jerusalem. The battle for Jerusalem that we are witnessing is perhaps the most important sign of our times. Jerusalem is the place where the nations rise against the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob. It is the place where Israel too will be tested for her faith. And it is the place where Messiah will come to judge the nations.
Let us continue to be alert - to look for the coming of Messiah, to pray for the Jewish people and the peace of Jerusalem. There is nothing that needs to happen before He comes. Our calling is to be ready.
Shabbat shalom,
Andrew Tucker
Editor-in-Chief - Israel & Christians Today
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