What happens when a Muslim from Iran meets Jesus in America - then watches his homeland go to war with Israel? 

Shah Afshar was born and raised in Iran, shaped by a shame-based culture, a devout Muslim family, and the pressure to uphold family honor. But everything changed when he encountered a group of joyful American college students and heard the name of Jesus - not as a prophet, but as Savior.

In this episode, Shah shares his powerful journey from Islam to Christianity, the cultural weight of honor and shame, and what he sees unfolding in the Middle East today. 

With a foot in both worlds, he gives insight few can offer: why 80% of Iranians quietly cheer when Israel strikes military targets…and why Persians and Jews have a deeper shared history than most realize.

The ground is shaking beneath Israel. And most of the world isn’t paying attention.

Fresh off a 17-day trip through the land - along war-torn borders and ancient prophetic fault lines - we return with a warning: something is building. 

The people are exhausted. The hostages are still missing. Iran is preparing for war. And while embassies evacuate, the Church scrolls past in silence.

This episode isn’t casual listening. It’s a wake-up call. The stage is being set. And if we’re not watching, praying, and standing with Israel, we’ll miss what God is doing right in front of us.

Joseph was thrown into a pit. Sold into slavery. Locked in prison. But God had a plan - a plan bigger than anyone could see. A plan that would save his people. 

Sound familiar?

Joseph isn’t just a historical figure - he’s a foreshadowing of the Messiah. 

From his betrayal by his own brothers to his rise to power in Egypt, every detail points to something greater. His story echoes through time - straight to the life, death, and resurrection of Yeshua.

But here’s the real question: Why didn’t his brothers recognize him? And why don’t so many Jewish people recognize Jesus today?

In this episode, we uncover the hidden layers in Joseph’s story and how they connect to Israel’s ultimate redemption. 

If you’ve ever wondered why the Jewishness of Jesus matters, this one’s for you.