All posts tagged: Israel

Still Small Voice – 3 Adar 5783 / 24. Februar 2023

Liebe Freunde: Der Mensch kann zuweilen so entmutigend sein. Sind die Kriege und Kriegsgerüchte, die Wirbelstürme, Erdbeben und Zyklone nicht schon Katastrophen genug? Der Mensch hat das Bedürfnis, weitaus größere, von ihm selbst verursachte Tragödien zu erzwingen. Ich beziehe mich jetzt auf die Justizreformen, die in Israel rasch durchgeführt werden. Werden sie zu einer besseren Demokratie in Israel führen, oder zu einer gescheiterten Demokratie? Bitte bleibt bei mir, wenn ich versuche auszudrücken, wie wir als Familie mit den Veränderungen zurechtkommen. “Und Jesus redete ein Gleichnis zu ihnen zu diesem Zweck, dass die Menschen allezeit beten und nicht verzagen sollen.” Lukas 18,1 Ich setze mich hin, um zu schreiben, und ich bin unruhig, ruhelos und verwundert. Verwirrung versucht, meinen Geist zu vernebeln. Die Zukunft meines Landes (Israel) scheint so dunkel zu sein. Ist es entführt worden? Ich widerstehe dem schrecklichen Gefühl der Schwere und versuche, das Für und Wider der neuen israelischen Regierung von beiden Seiten zu betrachten. Was geschieht also? Das ultimative Beispiel für gelebte Demokratie zeigt sich auf der einen Seite in ruhigen, entschlossenen …

Still Small Voice – February 10th, 2023

Published by Meridel Rawlings

“When I am afraid, I will put my trust in You. I praise God for what He has promised. I trust in God, so why should I be afraid? What can mere mortals do to me? You keep track of all my sorrows. You have collected all my tears in your bottle. You have recorded each one in your book. My enemies will retreat when I call to You for help. This I know: God is on my side! I praise God for what He has promised.” Ps 56 The words of Jesus help so much in these days. He saw it all, and has promised to make a way for all of us to live and move and have our being. It has been a week of heartache. What other response can there be than prayer, and digging deeper to stand steady? Amir, below, brings you an up date from Israel on the Turkey and Syrian earthquake. Kindly listen and pray with understanding. History repeating itself: Watch if you love history and have the …

Still Small Voice – Shevat 5, 5783 / January 27th 2023

Published by Meridel Rawlings

Good Morning dear Friends: Today is International Holocaust Day. “For now have I chosen and hallowed this house, that my name may be there for ever; and my eyes and my heart shall be there perpetually.“ 2 Chronicles 7:16 I believe that for our own welfare and the welfare of our children, we must never forget the horrendous time of the Nazis. A terrible precedent of racism was set. The nation of Israel was literally birthed out of those ashes. Two out of every three European Jews perished. Many of us still living have vivid memories of WW2. But sadly, the younger generations are grossly ignorant. That is almost impossible to fathom, I know. It explains the growing curse of anti-Semitism today. I ask for your prayers for the nation of Israel and the Jewish people worldwide. Psalm 130 is recited by Jewish people publicly and privately in times of crisis and need. It is believed to have been the most recited Psalm by Jews in the Holocaust. I invite you to join us here …

Still Small Voice – Tevet 29, 5783 / January 22, 2023

Published by Meridel Rawlings

Dear Friends, “He that dwells in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the LORD, He is my refuge and my fortress: my God; in him will I trust.” Psalm 91: 1,2 I awoke this week to the words: “You stand on the edge of Eternity … ” I write from the heart. Dawn is breaking upon a new reality, my dear friends. Yeshua (Jesus) said: “Watch out that no man deceives you …” Matt. 24:4a Paul cautioned the believers in Corinth: “I do not want you to be ignorant.” 1 Corinthians 1:1 – I dare say, many today who profess to love the LORD are ignorant when it comes to knowing how the Holy Spirit administers His gifts, which are given to enrich the Body of believers and build us up to be a VOICE . We are called to ‘bear much fruit’, some 30, 60, and 100 fold. What are you asking for? IF we are uncomfortable with Him in our private …

Still Small Voice – Tevet 22, 5783. January 15, 2023

Published by Meridel Rawlings

Shalom dear Friends: The great good news is we are not orphans. We have a Daddy, an Abba in heaven who remains in charge, no matter who is under the allusion that they rule. It is comforting to know the Bible says: “The spirit of the Lord does nothing except He reveals His secrets to His prophets.” Amos 3:7 “My prayer for you right now is this: “Finally be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, authorities, the powers of this dark word and spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. ” Ephesians 6:10-12 We only live today, and today, I pray for you to know His peace which passes all understanding and to be quiet in His love. Only then can we hear the Still Small Voice. You must demand your enemies; panic, worry and fear to leave your mind …

Still Small Voice – Tevet 15, 5783. January 8, 2023

Published by Meridel Rawlings

Dear Friends: Now that the holidays are over … a word to encourage your heart. “I remember the devotion of your youth, the love of your betrothals, your following after Me in the wilderness… I will remember My covenant with you in the days of your youth, and I will establish an everlasting covenant with you. I will visit you and fulfil My good word to you… For I know the plans that I have for you, declares the LORD, plans for welfare and not for calamity to give you a future and hope. “As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.” Jeremiah 2:2,3 Ezekiel 16:60, Jeremiah 29:10,11 Isaiah 55:9. What’s New? Calling all of God’s people to battle by The Intercessors of America in Cindy Jacob’s latest brief. The essence of their very long message spoke to me of Israel in this. “Beware of a marriage between the religious and political spirit.” This is exactly what has taken place inside …

Still Small Voice: Happy Hanukkah – Merry Christmas, Kislev 30, 5783 – Dec. 24th 2022.

Published by Meridel Rawlings

Shalom Shalom, dear friends: I begin with Canadian Paul Wylie skating to a special rendition of O Holy Night! Question from a former doner of Jerusalem Vistas/Israel Vision: “… as I understand the ministry of Jerusalem Vistas ceases at the end of 2022. I would like to continue to donate to you. I don’t need a tax receipt. I very much enjoy Still Small Voice. I hope that others will continue to support you. Wishing you peaceful holidays and a very blessed year 2023.” Ursula Alberts Canada From Jay’s desk: “Yes, Vistas is closing after 40 amazing years in Jerusalem. It is the close of an organization but NOT a ministry. Have you read, Miracles Among the Nations? It will be available on Amazon soon. Meridel and I are busy with the next book, Volume 3, Israel, our Odyssey. Thanks Jay.’” From Meridel’s desk: “Thank you Ursula for this vote of confidence. I would so appreciate the help, see details at the end of this letter. Yes, you can donate to us through Still Small …

Still Small Voice – Thanksgiving, Cheshvan 28, 5783 Nov. 24, 2022

Published by Meridel Rawlings

Dear Friends, old and young: This week, my Still Small Voice touches upon Thanksgiving, the olive harvest and prayer. Let’s begin with the Pilgrims and early pioneers of North America. Like all of us, they still had a choice in tough times. These hearty souls decided in the midst of extreme hardship, famine and loss of life to pause and to give thanks to the Almighty. Yes, still many perished. No, it wasn’t easy but it was the Godly response that moved the Hand of God to provide the miracles that they needed to sustain them in the days, weeks, months and years ahead. Today the doomsday thinkers and naysayers are calling for a worldwide depression and financial collapse. Jerusalem, on the other hand, is suffering increased deadly attacks yet faithful ones in the midst of her give praise and worship to the Almighty continually. That is inspiring and in line with the Word of God … Give thanks always! Most of you will be aware of the two deadly bombing attacks yesterday at two …

Still Small Voice – Heshvan 18, 5783 / November 12th 2022

Published by Meridel Rawlings

Shalom Dear Friends: Sometimes I think we become all too familiar with the many privileges of being a believer in a God who lives! What do I mean? I know that I have not appreciated the immense potential granted me through His Living Word. We speak it daily, read and discuss it, but do I release it? I woke up this morning with some instructions: “My Word IS the source of Life, hinder me not!” Our Shabbat dinner is the highlight of the week. This week, two sons, a kalah, (Hebrew for a son’s wife}, a family friend and a delightful 22-month-old grandson were our guests. As is our custom, after the blessings we hugged and kissed before beginning to eat. It was a superb feast of fresh fish caught earlier in the day and masterfully prepared by our Greek friend. We topped it off with chocolate cake, berries and ice cream. Yummy. The real piece d’resistance was the scripture reading that followed. Today, who isn’t seeking direction in this upside-down world? It read as …

Still Small Voice – Cheshvan 12 5783 / November 6, 2022

Published by Meridel Rawlings

To the dear company of my Friends: “Intercessors are really prophets who pray.” Jennifer Evaz With the mounting stress, I turn to prayer. What do you do? Prayer is thankless work. One engages mostly alone with the LORD or in fellowship with fellow believers. As a prayer warrior-intercessor-prophet, have you ever expected to be thanked? Of course not. I find the communion and fellowship with Yeshua my greatest reward, and I learn new things all the time. Thank you for also being willing to bear this yoke. No it is not easy. We don’t expect ‘easy’, for His burden IS Light! Prayer brings change, God’s way. I have kept a journal over the years, and the answers and solutions to insurmountable circumstances have been amazing. Prayer is the oil that keeps all parts moving in harmony … be it a car or the body of Messiah. This unity produces unseen energy, salvation, creativity and productivity. Yes, we must all do our part for faith without works is dead. “The LORD saw that the wickedness (depravity) …