Episode 142 - The Ministry of Diapers: Knitting Together the Body in Israel (featuring Joshua Roberts)
Helping Christians make sense of their roots. Helping the Jewish community make sense of Jesus. Together, we are restoring the Jewishness of the gospel.
What if ministry looked like backpacks and diapers instead of pulpits and programs?
In this conversation with Josh Roberts of Qashar Ministries, we explore the simple but powerful ways God is blessing the Jewish people in Israel through small, faithful acts of love.
Josh shares the story of Qashar’s work in empowering Messianic believers on the ground in Israel - knitting ministries together, equipping them to serve, and doing it without fanfare or logos. From 10,000 backpacks to 650,000 diapers, these projects are tangible expressions of God’s love in the Holy Land in their time of need.
This episode is an invitation for Christians everywhere to reconsider how we bless Israel - not with condemnation or politics, but with humility, partnership, and everyday acts of obedience that carry eternal weight.
Key Takeaways
The meaning of Qashar and its biblical roots in David and Jonathan’s friendship.
Why empowering local Messianic believers is more effective than building big brands.
How backpacks and diapers became vehicles for Kingdom impact.
The challenge of indifference toward Israel in many churches.
How pastors can move from ignorance or fear into partnership and invitation.
The role of humility and co-learning in church–Israel relationships.
Why blessing Israel is not optional, but a biblical calling for the church.
Chapter Markers
00:00 – Welcome & banter
03:30 – Introducing Josh Roberts & Qashar Ministries
06:20 – What “Qashar” means: Knitting together the Body
09:10 – The challenge of indifference in the church
14:00 – Invitation, not condemnation
20:30 – From backpacks to diapers: meeting real needs
27:40 – Empowering small ministries, not building brands
33:40 – The diaper project: 649,000 delivered
46:00 – The story behind “MazelTots” diapers
50:00 – Looking ahead: future needs & partnerships
54:00 – Closing thoughts
To explore the Jewish roots of your faith and stand with Israel:
Visit thejewishroad.com for podcasts, teachings, and resources.
Learn more about Josh's ministry and find discipleship tools at qasharministries.org.
Thank you to Joshua Royal, for writing our closer song now running seven seasons straight. Listen to him at Joshua Royal Music.
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