Shalom Dear Friends;
Thank you for the excitement that we read in your letters. You are happy for the open doors the LORD has granted us and so are we. The JOY of the LORD is our strength. We have no where else to go, there is no escape route when the going gets harder. Like all of Israel, we are here and we are not backing up. I hope your evening news is giving you balanced reporting. Now about the troubling situation here in Israel as it worsens day by day.
“We are troubled on every side… nevertheless it is God who comforts…”
2 Corinthians 7:5.6
Bizarre, shocking and inhumane are just 3 inadequate words to try and describe the murders. In broad daylight young terrorists plunge butcher knives, screwdrivers and scissors into the heads, necks, chests and backs of victims going about their daily lives in public places. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, since 13 September 2015: 34 people have been killed in terrorist attacks with 397 people (4 Palestinians) injured. Deluded Palestinians stabbing 202 victims, including attempted attacks, 82 were shot and 41 were
rammed or run over by vehicular attacks.
In October alone there were 620 incidents, of which 483 were fire bombings. Recently a US veteran 29, was stabbed to death, and 12 other civilians injured in a frenzy of blood letting by the same man. The Palestinian Authority called this murderer 21, a ‘martyr’. One Israeli pulled the knife out of his neck and shot his assailant. Mr. Abbas’ silence condones these on-going wanton murders.
History, Past, Present and Future
Please note: history has shown that what happens in Israel, will eventually befall other nations. The Israel of 1948 was a nation of 600.000 immigrants not counting the European survivors of the Nazi Holocaust, along with another 600,000 Jews who fled Arab nations with just their clothes on their backs. Together out of rejection and weakness, with financial help from ‘family’ in wealthy nations, the Israelis have built a thriving first world nation. Today we see proud Europe in a quandary about what to do with broken humanity amassing on their borders? The words of Jesus are shouting to anyone who will listen: “If you do it unto one of the least of these my brethren, you do it unto me.” Matt 25:40 Those ‘brethren’ include all people. It is only a matter of time before the terror we Israelis (Jews and Arabs) face today befalls all. It is happening quickly before our eyes.
“Israel Must Be Wiped off the Earth!”
Iran fired two ballistic missiles with a range of 2,000 kilometres; able to reach Tel Aviv and Jerusalem from Western Iran March 8. The above words were written in Hebrew on the missiles. Evil is blatant! But we are safe in the hands of the Living God; there is nothing to fear. Obedience is our call. What will GOD do? He uses ordinary people to do extraordinary things to advance His Kingdom.
Jesus at the Checkpoint – March 2016
The devious leadership of the Palestinian Authority label ‘JESUS of Bethlehem’ as their original Palestinian son. Their Iranian backed TV media will stop at nothing to try and destroy the credibility of Israel as a people and nation and drive out all Palestinian Christians. Beth-lehem has become a living hell with just 10% of the former Christian population still there. Meanwhile, in Israel, since 1948, the Christian Arab population has grown by 1000%. Here they live in prosperity and safety. Many Christian Arab young people have joined the Israel Defence Force. The wealthiest people per capita in Israel today are Christian Arabs.
Israel Vision/Still Small Voice – Norway
Many friends have asked Jay and I for a report on our recent trip to Norway. First, Meridel and I thank Pastors Frank and Ingrid Erlansen and Aasmund and Marianne Erlandsen of Norway for arranging a wonderful ministry time. We felt their support in every event. Some old friends travelled long distances to attend. Per Fillip Lokken and his wife
Adelheid created an evening in Oslo. I know it made a difference because of the many Insightful questions, especially for Meridel’s work on trafficking. Jay presented “Israel, World Terror, Revival and You.” to home groups, in Pentecostal churches and two Bible schools. He spoke out on the importance of Norway’s prophetic destiny TODAY! This message was broadcast nationwide via Norge Vision TV. What a joy it was to be with believers who ‘have their lights on’ as Jay says. The fellowship was phenomenal. Greta and Willy Gundersen, opened their home as old and new Israel friends came with hungry hearts. Many of them have been deeply involved with Israel for decades and encouraged Jay with: “This was the BEST Israel evening we have ever attended.” His booklet, “Israel, the Nations and the Future” was available in Norwegian.
Note: We pray, for the right Norwegian translator for our books and films. Kindly let us know if that person is YOU. Thanks.
Today the issue of sexual abuse and human trafficking is given more attention by world media and some churches in Norway have been alerted and are open to getting involved. The Bible school students and visitors at Pastors Frank and Ingrid’s Bethel church in Trondheim were greatly encouraged by Jay’s seminars on Israel and Meridel’s presentations on sexual abuse: “Healing for the Family” and “Small Talk”…all are available on DVD. Meridel gave in-depth insight into trafficking of children for financial gain in Nepal, with some 100,000 girls sold out of the nation yearly to brothels worldwide. In addition about 50,000 girls are involved in the sex industry in Kathmandu in massage parlours and “cabin” restaurants. Some villages have no girls left.
“CAN” – CHANGE ACTION NEPAL ministry is being incorporated in Kathmandu Nepal as we speak. Our entire family is involved. We believe this film will be pivotal for change. We began
filming in 2013 and completed the interviews and filming in Nepal this January. The Holy Spirit is stirring us to move swiftly to complete this expose’ by June. We plan to have a world premiere in Kathmandu and then release it over television.
I (Jay) joined Meridel and Daniel this January and it was a life changing experience for me to see this unbelievable tragedy of trafficking up close as we filmed those involved. We have taken our shock, dismay, anger and frustration, concerning the terrible reality of man’s inhumanity to children and are putting it into ACTION! The challenge is to create a film that will bring change. We believe it, we expect it! Change Action Nepal!
IF you’d like to have a part and want to give to help us quickly complete this huge project in the next two months, you may give via Pay Pal on the Still Small Voice website: stillsmallvoice.tv
IF you’d like to join us on the journey of a life time into Nepal for the premiere of the film, send us your details and we will keep you up to date on our progress. We have been invited to have the World Premiere in Kathmandu and also asked to give a private showing to the government of Nepal. Will you pray for us to have all that we need to move from this stage of the film to it’s completion quickly? Our subject and footage is God given and absolutely TIMELY! Your prayers and support help us inform the world via media; visit us on You Tube.
Thy Kingdom come, Thy Will be done…
Jay and Meridel Rawlings
My greatest JOY in Norway:
I got to meet a dear person who had spent the last 40 years in 52, serving in the village school system in Nepal. What thrilling stories he shared with us. He heard our message for Nepal and is supporting us in prayer along with his dear wife, both in their late 70’s. The pure fellowship we enjoyed, I believe, is a foretaste of what we will experience in heaven. The fellowship was “so sweet”. I also met an 85 year old who posts on Face Book every day. Jay and I asked these dear tried and true souls to pray for us as we continue on.
I look forward to hearing from you:
Email: meridel.rawlings@gmail.com
