Every so often I get a spike in readers looking for specific articles. This particular spike coincides with outbreak of conflict in the Middle East and this seems to cause a lot of interest, especially from US quarters concerning what I’ve written about Israel, prophecy and end times. Israel’s recent incursions into Lebanon, the targeting… Continue reading Two wrongs don’t make a right. A look at two muddled responses to the Israel-Hamas-Hezbullah conflicts
Tag: Middle East
What does a ceasefire involve?
We rightly desire a swift end to the horrific conflict in Gaza and so we are praying for peace. The horrific cost to life even in these past few days has led many people to call for a ceasefire. It’s important as we seek peace to understand exactly what a ceasefire would mean. There are… Continue reading What does a ceasefire involve?
On authors, Israel and boycotts
Author Sally Rooney has announced that she will not allow her most recent novel to be published in Hebrew through an Israeli publishing house. She claims that this is part of the BDS action to campaign against Israeli occupation in Gaza and the West Bank. I’ve not read her work but my wife’s immediate response… Continue reading On authors, Israel and boycotts
How should we respond when Israel is in the news?
The focus has returned to the Middle East with rocket attacks from Gaza into Israel and Israeli military force being deployed against the Palestinians. Most commentary has been negative towards Israel with concerns and condemnation concerning the loss of civilian life. How should we respond and engage? Well actually saying nothing might be the best… Continue reading How should we respond when Israel is in the news?