by Daniel J. Juster
(Director of Tikkun Ministries) 

Several years ago, Asher Intrater came to the conclusion that unity between Arab Christians and Messianic Jews in Israel was a key to revival for both the Arab and the Jewish communities in the land. That insight – from over 20 years ago – is still important to us, but it has been hard to bring to fruition. I have participated in several dialogues between Messianic Jewish leaders and key Palestinian Christian leaders. We have financially supported Arab Christian leaders, and have had intensive prayer for them. With some exceptions, and there are some exceptions, there is one large barrier between us, and that is how we view the modern State of Israel.

The Palestinian Christian Perspective on the State of Israel

Our Palestinian Christian brothers have been very vocal with regard to their view of the injustices they have suffered under the rule of the State of Israel. This is especially so for those who are on the east side of the 1967 armistice green line. What have we learned by listening? [Read more...]