60 Years ago today

7"Before she travailed, (S)she brought forth;
Before her pain came, (T)she gave birth to a boy.
8"(U)Who has heard such a thing? Who has seen such things?
Can a land be born in one day?
Can a nation be brought forth all at once?
As soon as Zion travailed, she also brought forth her sons.
9"Shall I bring to the point of birth and (V)not give delivery?" says the LORD.
"Or shall I who gives delivery shut the womb?" says your God.
Isaiah 66:7-10 NASB

(S) Is 37:3; 54:1 (T) Rev 12:5 (U) Is 64:4 (V) Is 37:3



Today marks the 60^th anniversary of the modern state of Israel. Despite the annniversary, there still are issues to be dealt with. Issues with no easy solutions.

It seems like yesterday, but I went to Israel over twelve years ago. It still remains the best vacation I've ever taken. Once you visit, Israel becomes a part of you forever. There is no doubt that the Land is special, and you can feel God's presence there. I know I did, hard as that may be to explain.

The existence, history and legacy of this great nation is amazing, and so ingrained into the fabric of the Jewish culture. It is amazing to see a nation come together, as Israel does, to observe and celebrate it's sabbaths and religious holidays.

I know I've said it before, and I'll say it again, if you ever get the opportunity to travel to this country, do it. DO. IT. It is a journey that you'll never forget.