Affirmation of Israel

Preamble

As a ministry to Jewish people and a fellowship of Messianic congregations comprised of Jewish and Gentile believers in Jesus, we deplore the actions of Hamas and their sympathizers and are horrified by the heinous acts which commenced on October 7, 2023 and continue to this day.

We pray steps will be taken to eliminate the lethal presence of Hamas terrorists, the hostages be freed, Israel’s borders be secured and noncombatant Palestinians in Gaza and other parts of Israel be spared from the evils of these and other Islamic terrorists.

We also affirm our faith in the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob; in His Messiah Jesus; and in the Holy Scriptures. In them we find truth and guidance for all areas of life, including the current war between Israel and Hamas.

The following affirmations articulate these fundamental beliefs which will guide our prayers and efforts during this difficult season. We call upon all who follow the Messiah Jesus to understand and embrace these affirmations as well.

Affirmations

1. The Bible teaches God created Jewish people, giving the land of Israel as a rightful inheritance (Genesis 15:18–21, 17:1-6; Joshua 15:47; Romans 11:29).

2. The Bible teaches God promised to bless Jewish people and chose His people to be a light and witness of His truth among the nations (Genesis 12:3; Isaiah 44:8, 60:3).

3. The Bible teaches God will remain faithful to Jewish people in keeping with His covenant promises (Jeremiah 31:35–37; Romans 11:28–29).

4. The Bible teaches Satan has sought and will continue to seek the destruction of Jewish people through Israel’s enemies but will ultimately fail (Daniel 10:18–21, 12:1–4; Zechariah 12:9–12, 14:2–3).

5. The Bible teaches Israel will embrace the gospel in the end of days through Jesus the Messiah, who will return to reign as King (Romans 11:25–36; Zechariah 12:10, 14:9–19, Matthew 23:37–39).

6. The Bible calls all to pray for the peace of Jerusalem (Psalm 122:6).

7. The Bible teaches Gentile believers in Jesus, “who formerly were far off [but] have been brought near by the blood of Christ,” should identify with the people of Israel, bearing their burdens, concerns, and challenges (Romans 11:17; Ephesians 2:12; Psalm 122:8–9).

8. The Bible calls believers to love and bear witness to Jewish people and to comfort those who mourn, especially those whose loved ones were murdered or kidnapped since October 7, 2023 (Romans 11:11, 12:15; Matthew 25:31–40).

Conclusion

At this critical time in Israel’s history, we, as a ministry to Jewish people, are compelled to explicitly declare these affirmations. We invite you to join us in standing with Israel during this difficult time by adding your signature to this document.

Mitch Glaser, PhD

President & Chief Executive Officer

Rich Freeman, DMin

Vice President of Church Ministries and Conferences

Mitch Forman

Vice President of U.S. Ministries

David Sedaca

Vice President

Gregory Hagg, PhD

Vice President of Academic Training

Dave Lee, CPA

Chief Financial Officer

Roy Schwarcz

Vice President of Congregational Ministries

Ryan Karp

Greater New York Regional Director

Mitch Forman

New England Regional Director

Michael Cohen

West Coast Regional Director

Olivier Melnick

Southwest Regional Director

Robert Walter

Greater New York Regional Director

Michael Herts, PsyD

Southeast Regional Director

Dennis Karp

Mid-Atlantic Regional Director

Daniel Nessim, PhD

Northwest Regional Director

Brian Crawford, DMin

Director of Digital Evangelism

Lawrence Hirsch

Executive Director of Celebrate Messiah Australia

Jorge Sedaca

Executive Director of Chosen People Ministries (Canada)

Fernando Mercado

Vice President of Communications and Marketing

Cindy Forbes

Partnership Director

Scott Brown

Staff Member

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