Less than a month from right now, I will be in the land that is at the very center of Middle East unrest. I am not being deployed against my will, but voluntarily stepping into the role of peacemaker as Jesus lived and called his followers to emulate. Going to the Middle East wielding the sword of the Spirit isn’t as culturally glamorous as going with an automated weapon, but I believe it is the path Christians must walk.
This is a time of unrest and budding hope in the Middle East. Further, the relationship between the U.S. and Israel is at the front of international conversation. My professor, Dr. Glen Stassen, offers some commentary of Obama’s recent speech through the lens of Just Peacemaking. Please join me in advocating for God’s Shalom through prayer and social discernment. Also, partner with me in my travels to Israel/Palestine as I offer frequent updates both leading up to my departure and during my time on the ground.
Here is a video (which will soon be a full length movie) highlighting the often untold story of Christians in Palestine.
John,
Praying for your trip and looking forward to hearing more of your thoughts and reflections as you travel.
dD
Thanks, Derek. Yes, I hope this time will stur up some rich conversation and fresh insight for many of us.