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Episode 173 - The Water That Sustained Jerusalem (featuring Ryan Levin)

What does it mean to stand with Israel when the world seems to be turning against her?

What if one of Israel’s most significant biblical sites remains largely unknown to modern visitors?

In this episode, Ryan Levin introduces listeners to Efrat and Solomon’s Pools, a remarkable Second Temple-era water system that supplied Jerusalem with fresh water for centuries. 

Located in the biblical heartland of Judea, these pools tell a story that connects archaeology, Scripture, and modern Israel.

Ryan explains the historical significance of the site, the challenges of preserving it, and why restoring access to Solomon’s Pools could create an entirely new pilgrimage experience for visitors seeking to walk in the footsteps of the Bible.

This conversation is a fascinating exploration of heritage, identity, and the importance of preserving biblical history for future generations.

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Episode 171 - A Biblical Look at Israel’s Economy (featuring Evan Liberman)

What does biblical stewardship actually look like in today’s financial world?

In this episode, Evan Liberman shares his journey from California to Israel, why he believes investing is a biblical responsibility, and how Wise Money Israel helps believers think differently about wealth, stewardship, and the future.

The conversation explores everything from the Parable of the Talents to diversification, inflation, Israel’s economy, and the unique role Israel plays in both biblical prophecy and global innovation.

Whether you’re an experienced investor or simply trying to steward resources wisely, this episode offers a compelling perspective on faith and finance.

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Episode 156 - Can I Critique Israel’s Government and Not Be Antisemitic?

Can you question what Israel’s government is doing and still stand with Israel in a biblical way? 

Many Christians feel trapped between blind support on one side and hostility on the other. In a noisy moment filled with slogans and hot takes, the conversation needs more covenant, not less.

In this episode we step back into the big story of Scripture to separate three things most people blur together: Israel’s government, the Jewish people, and God’s eternal covenant. 

We look at the prophets, at Jesus, at Paul, and at the Gospel of John to see how the Bible itself models sharp internal critique without ever erasing God’s promises to Israel.

You will come away with a simple “compass” you can use before you tweet, preach, repost, or debate. 

The goal is not to tell you what to think about every policy, but to help you think inside the covenant story of God, so that your words carry truth, humility, and hope for both Israel and the nations.

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Episode 155 - Are the Jewish People of Today the Jewish People of the Bible? (featuring Mottel Baleston)

There’s a rising chorus of voices - some hostile, others simply misinformed - claiming that modern Jews aren’t the same people God called His own in Scripture. 

In this episode, we sit down with Messianic teacher Mottel Baleston to dismantle the Khazar conspiracy and explore the deeper theological question behind it: Are the Jewish people of today truly the covenant people of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob?

Baleston traces the Jewish story through Scripture, history, and even modern genetics to show that God’s promises have never been revoked. 

The Jewish people remain central to His plan of redemption, not as spiritual relics, but as living proof that God keeps His word. 

This isn’t just about disproving bad history - it’s about recovering biblical clarity for the Church and real love for Israel.

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