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Keeping It Israel

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Join Jeff Futers and his guests talking everything Israel as it relates to Christian faith and the church. If you are a Christian and you stand with Israel, you will be encouraged and challenged by this podcast, and if you’re not so sure about the whole Israel thing…you need to learn how your faith connects with Israel and why standing with Israel matters.

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Canada

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Join Jeff Futers and his guests talking everything Israel as it relates to Christian faith and the church. If you are a Christian and you stand with Israel, you will be encouraged and challenged by this podcast, and if you’re not so sure about the whole Israel thing…you need to learn how your faith connects with Israel and why standing with Israel matters.

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@fcfjeff

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English

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Episodes

Who is Indigenous to the Land of Israel? - A Conversation with Ze'ev Orenstein

3/13/2024
In this interview, Jeff talks to Ze'ev Orenstein, Director of International Affairs at the City of David Foundation in Jerusalem to hear his perspective of why the Jewish people have the longest and deepest connection to Jerusalem and the land of Israel from both an archaeological and religious perspective. First Century Foundations is a Charity that supports ministries in Jerusalem and many other parts of the country of Israel. Our mission is to turn hearts around the world toward the land, people and God of Israel. LEARN MORE ABOUT US HERE. You can watch this entire episode on OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL! Make sure you subscribe so you can be notified of First Century Foundations' regular uploads! Support the showIf you enjoy our podcast, please consider supporting the show HERE so that our Bible-based message about Israel can continue. God blesses those who bless Israel! We agree with God's Word that He will bless you richly in return!

Duration:00:32:04

Interview with Mike Fegelman - The Critical War Against Media Misrepresentation of Israel

2/28/2024
In this episode of our "Battle for Truth" series, Jeff talks to Mike Fegelman, Executive Director of Honest Reporting Canada to discuss how the media is reporting the war in Israel. Together they tackle some of the most concerning falsehoods circulating out there right now. The Bible tells us that RIGHTEOUSNESS and JUSTICE are the foundation of God’s throne. And when it comes to Israel, we want to be especially careful that we are aligned with what is RIGHT and JUST. Mike Fegelman is an 18-year veteran of the Canadian journalism industry and Executive Director of HonestReporting Canada (HRC). He has testified before parliamentary committees and has given testimony to the Standing Senate Committee for Transport and Communications to express HRC’s concerns about the CBC’s reporting of Israel and the Middle East. Mike’s opinions and views are widely sought out for by Canada’s media and political elite. His work has been published in the Globe and Mail, Toronto Star, National Post, Le Devoir, Montreal Gazette, Ottawa Citizen and many more. To learn more about Honest Reporting Canada CLICK HERE First Century Foundations is a Charity that supports ministries in Jerusalem and many other parts of the country of Israel. Our mission is to turn hearts around the world toward the land, people and God of Israel. LEARN MORE ABOUT US HERE. You can watch this entire episode on OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL! Make sure you subscribe so you can be notified of First Century Foundations' regular uploads! Support the showIf you enjoy our podcast, please consider supporting the show HERE so that our Bible-based message about Israel can continue. God blesses those who bless Israel! We agree with God's Word that He will bless you richly in return!

Duration:00:33:14

Itamar Marcus: Watching Palestinian Media is Heartbreaking, but KEY in Understanding the Conflict!

2/14/2024
In this episode of our BATTLE FOR TRUTH podcast series, Jeff talks to Itamar Marcus, Founder and Director of Palestinian Media Watch, one of the foremost authorities on Palestinian ideology and policy. Marcus was appointed by the Israeli government to represent Israel in negotiations on incitement with the Palestinian Authority in 1999. He makes regular presentations to legislators, governments, and other decision-makers about PA leaders, education, sports, etc. His book Deception was acclaimed by the founder of Human Rights Watch, Robert Bernstein, as "one of the most important books you handle in your lives.” Itamar has been seeing the events of October 7th coming for quite some time because of his exposure to Palestinian media and propaganda. Even small children under the Palestinian Authority are indoctrinated to hate Israel and the Jewish people, and be willing to sacrifice their lives to kill them. There is no hope for peace unless people truly care enough for the Palestinian people to do something about this. Please learn more about Palestinian Media Watch here. First Century Foundations is a Charity that supports ministries in Jerusalem and many other parts of the country of Israel. Our mission is to turn hearts around the world toward the land, people and God of Israel. LEARN MORE ABOUT US HERE. You can watch this entire episode on OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL! Make sure you subscribe so you can be notified of First Century Foundations' regular uploads! Support the showIf you enjoy our podcast, please consider supporting the show HERE so that our Bible-based message about Israel can continue. God blesses those who bless Israel! We agree with God's Word that He will bless you richly in return!

Duration:00:41:52

Israel's war with Hamas Cannot be Construed as Genocide | International Lawyer, Andrew Tucker

1/31/2024
In this episode of Keeping it Israel's "Battle for Truth" series, Jeff talks to Andrew Tucker, Director of The Hague Initiative for International Cooperation (thinc.) about the absurdity of South Africa's case against Israel at the ICJ and why there are no grounds for accusing Israel of genocide. Andrew also helps answer the questions, Does Israel follow International Law? Is Israel using too much force? Why are there so many civilians being killed in Gaza? Does Israel need to completely defeat Hamas? How can Christians best be "Watchmen" for Israel right now (Isaiah 62)? A graduate of the Universities of Melbourne and Oxford, Andrew Tucker has over 20 years of experience as an attorney in Australia, UK and the Netherlands. From 2004 to 2018 he served as Executive Director of Christians for Israel International. He currently serves as Editor-in-Chief of the global publicationIsrael & Christians Today. In 2017 he co-founded The Hague Initiative for International Cooperation (thinc.) – a network of experts in the fields of international law , history and religion. Thinc challenge the misuse of international law to delegitimize the state of Israel . Andrew lives in the Netherlands with his wife and four children. Learn more about Thinc. here: https://www.thinc-israel.org Support the showIf you enjoy our podcast, please consider supporting the show HERE so that our Bible-based message about Israel can continue. God blesses those who bless Israel! We agree with God's Word that He will bless you richly in return!

Duration:00:43:09

IS ZIONISM RACISM? An Interview with Human Rights Attorney, Monique Beadle

1/17/2024
In this episode of Keeping it Israel's series, "Battle for Truth" Jeff Futers talks to Monique Beadle, Director of US Policy & Advocacy, Jerusalem Institute of Justice. Together they address the questions, "Is Zionism Racism?" "Is Israel committing genocide in Gaza?" "Is Israel committing war crimes?" and "Where should Christians stand in Israel's war today?" Monique Beadle is a human rights attorney with 19 years of experience in international affairs, asylum and refugee issues, and the rights of victims of human trafficking, torture, and sexual abuse. As a grandchild of Holocaust survivors from Germany, she has spent most of her career advocating for other people, in Thailand, Ukraine, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. She recently joined the Jerusalem Institute of Justice, where she has joined her own people in an existential struggle for survival. JIJ is an Israeli human rights organization based in Jerusalem. For 20 years, JIJ has fought for the rights and well-being of vulnerable people in Israel and the Middle East. Within Israel, JIJ provides free legal aid to survivors of human trafficking, Israeli civilians who have been internally displaced since October 7th, and new immigrants arriving from around the globe. First Century Foundations is a Charity that supports ministries in Jerusalem and many other parts of the country of Israel. Our mission is to turn hearts around the world toward the land, people and God of Israel. LEARN MORE ABOUT US HERE. You can watch this entire episode on OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL! Make sure you subscribe so you can be notified of First Century Foundations' regular uploads! Support the showIf you enjoy our podcast, please consider supporting the show HERE so that our Bible-based message about Israel can continue. God blesses those who bless Israel! We agree with God's Word that He will bless you richly in return!

Duration:00:48:54

Where Was the God of Israel October 7th? Is God the Guardian of Israel? Jeff talks to Melissa Briggs

1/3/2024
In this first of Keeping it Israel's new series, "Battle for Truth" Jeff talks to Melissa Briggs, passionate Hebrew teacher who lived in Israel and studied at the Hebrew University in Jerusalem. Just 6 weeks after the attack of October 7th, Melissa shares insights from the Hebrew Bible regarding God's faithfulness to Israel despite the darkness that has tried to destroy the people and nation of Israel throughout history. To learn more about Melissa's incredible Hebrew classes, please visit: https://www.explorehebrew.co.uk Use the code FCF23 to receive $50 off your Explore Hebrew course! And for every purchase, $30 will be donated to First Century Foundations! To learn more about the work of Emunah, please visit: https://www.emunahangels.org First Century Foundations is a Charity that supports ministries in Jerusalem and many other parts of the country of Israel. Our mission is to turn hearts around the world toward the land, people and God of Israel. LEARN MORE ABOUT US HERE. You can watch this entire episode on OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL! Make sure you subscribe so you can be notified of First Century Foundations' regular uploads! Support the showIf you enjoy our podcast, please consider supporting the show HERE so that our Bible-based message about Israel can continue. God blesses those who bless Israel! We agree with God's Word that He will bless you richly in return!

Duration:00:40:55

The Impeccable Transmission of the Hebrew Bible: An Interview with Dr. Susan Schmidt from Jerusalem

11/29/2023
In this episode of our "Keeping it Israel" podcast, Dr. Susan Schmidt (PhD Hebrew Bible Manuscripts) talks to Jeff about the meticulous, skilled and seemingly worshipful way in which Jewish scribes transmitted the Hebrew Bible. For the first time in 1000 years, Dr. Schmidt transcribed the 16 carpet illuminations of Codex Leningrad, on which our modern Bibles are based. She is particularly interested in these manuscripts as material witnesses to our faith. You can visit Susan's YouTube channel Here: https://www.youtube.com/ @slwschmidt For Acadamia Site Access visit: https://independent.academia.edu/SusanSchmidt11 For open access to Dr. Schmidt's Dissertation visit: https://www.proquest.com/docview/2354664005/2BB945C9BE754B6CPQ/1 Please subscribe to our podcast! ___ https://firstcenturyfoundations.com Follow FCF on Facebook Follow us on Instagram ___ In 1985 First Century Foundations (formerly ‘Operation Outreach’) was founded by Rev. Clyde and Marion Williamson and birthed out of prayer and a burning desire to bless the land and people of Israel through the love of God. Since then, the organization has grown to include teaching believers about the Hebraic roots of Christianity, expanding this message to digital media and reaching out to those who do not yet know Christ. In 2020, the vision was enlarged again and First Century Foundations USA was launched to bring the same challenge for prayer and blessing the land and people of Israel to partners in the United States. Support the showIf you enjoy our podcast, please consider supporting the show HERE so that our Bible-based message about Israel can continue. God blesses those who bless Israel! We agree with God's Word that He will bless you richly in return!

Duration:00:38:45

Forgiven Podcast Features Jeff Futers and Talks about the Israel-Hamas Conflict from a Christian Perspective

11/16/2023
In this podcast, Jeff Futers, Executive Director of First Century Foundations is interviewed on the Forgiven Podcast by Pastors Mike Gordon and Logan Teetaert of Bethel Church in Brandon Manitoba. First Century Foundations is a Charity that supports ministries in Jerusalem and many other parts of the country of Israel. Our mission is to turn hearts around the world toward the land, people and God of Israel. LEARN MORE ABOUT US HERE. You can watch this entire episode on OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL! Make sure you subscribe so you can be notified of First Century Foundations' regular uploads! Support the showIf you enjoy our podcast, please consider supporting the show HERE so that our Bible-based message about Israel can continue. God blesses those who bless Israel! We agree with God's Word that He will bless you richly in return!

Duration:01:00:39

Why we must Stand with and Bless Israel from a Biblical Perspective with Guest, Stephen Briggs

11/8/2023
In this episode of "Keeping it Israel" Jeff talks to Stephen Briggs, about the importance of blessing and standing with Israel according to the Bible. He helps audiences understand the root causes of the conflict between Hamas and Israel through a biblical lens and encourages all believers in the God of Israel to stand for justice and "setting the captives free" - all very biblical principals... while keeping in mind that the nation of Israel has a calling and our role is to bless them - especially now. First Century Foundations is a Charity that supports ministries in Jerusalem and many other parts of the country of Israel. Our mission is to turn hearts around the world toward the land, people and God of Israel. LEARN MORE ABOUT US HERE. You can watch this entire episode on OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL! Make sure you subscribe so you can be notified of First Century Foundations' regular uploads! Support the showIf you enjoy our podcast, please consider supporting the show HERE so that our Bible-based message about Israel can continue. God blesses those who bless Israel! We agree with God's Word that He will bless you richly in return!

Duration:00:56:28

Special Israel War Update with Pastor Chad Holland of King of Kings Community in Jerusalem

11/1/2023
In this episode of Keeping it Israel, Jeff Futers, Executive Director of First Century Foundations talks to Chad Holland, Pastor of the King of Kings Community in Jerusalem about the war in Israel. First Century Foundations is a Charity that supports ministries in Jerusalem and many other parts of the country of Israel. Our mission is to turn hearts around the world toward the land, people and God of Israel. LEARN MORE ABOUT US HERE. You can watch this entire episode on OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL! Make sure you subscribe so you can be notified of First Century Foundations' regular uploads! Support the showIf you enjoy our podcast, please consider supporting the show HERE so that our Bible-based message about Israel can continue. God blesses those who bless Israel! We agree with God's Word that He will bless you richly in return!

Duration:00:29:44

Israel War Special Update with Former Officer in the IDF Spokesperson Unit, Gidon Ariel of Judea and Samaria

10/27/2023
Jeff talks to Gidon Ariel, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Root Source and former Officer in the IDF Spokesperson's Unit from his home near Hebron in Judea and Samaria. Gidon provides an update of the current war in Israel and emphasizes the obligation of everyone who values Western Democracy and freedom to stand with Israel and agains Hamas right now. To learn more about Root Source please CLICK HERE. First Century Foundations is a Charity that supports ministries in Jerusalem and many other parts of the country of Israel. Our mission is to turn hearts around the world toward the land, people and God of Israel. LEARN MORE ABOUT US HERE. You can watch this entire episode on OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL! Make sure you subscribe so you can be notified of First Century Foundations' regular uploads! Support the showIf you enjoy our podcast, please consider supporting the show HERE so that our Bible-based message about Israel can continue. God blesses those who bless Israel! We agree with God's Word that He will bless you richly in return!

Duration:00:24:24

Guest, Tim Heikoop of Return Ministries Discusses Helping Jews Home & Standing with Israel Right Now

10/18/2023
Support the showIf you enjoy our podcast, please consider supporting the show HERE so that our Bible-based message about Israel can continue. God blesses those who bless Israel! We agree with God's Word that He will bless you richly in return!

Duration:00:31:53

SPECIAL UPDATE ON WAR IN ISRAEL with Guest, Ze'ev Orenstein in Jerusalem

10/10/2023
Jeff gives an update on the war in Israel and talks to Ze'ev Orenstein, Director of International Affairs at the City of David in Jerusalem, Israel about the situation and how to pray right now. First Century Foundations calls upon Christians to stand with Israel in all ways possible right now. You can send financial support directly to Israel HERE. First Century Foundations is a Charity that supports ministries in Jerusalem and many other parts of the country of Israel. Our mission is to turn hearts around the world toward the land, people and God of Israel. LEARN MORE ABOUT US HERE. You can watch this entire episode on OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL! Make sure you subscribe so you can be notified of First Century Foundations' regular uploads! Support the showIf you enjoy our podcast, please consider supporting the show HERE so that our Bible-based message about Israel can continue. God blesses those who bless Israel! We agree with God's Word that He will bless you richly in return!

Duration:00:26:27

Jeff Reviews the Israel Prayer Watch Tour, Providing Highlights and a Summary of it's Closing Summit

10/4/2023
In this episode of "Keeping it Israel" Jeff shares his heart and experience leading the Israel Prayer Watch Tour across Canada, looking back with clips from the IPW Summit. First Century Foundations is a Charity that supports ministries in Jerusalem and many other parts of the country of Israel. Our mission is to turn hearts around the world toward the land, people and God of Israel. LEARN MORE ABOUT US HERE. You can watch this entire episode on OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL! Make sure you subscribe so you can be notified of First Century Foundations' regular uploads! Support the showIf you enjoy our podcast, please consider supporting the show HERE so that our Bible-based message about Israel can continue. God blesses those who bless Israel! We agree with God's Word that He will bless you richly in return!

Duration:00:26:37

Jeff Talks to David Cummings, National Director of Operation Exodus Canada

9/20/2023
In this episode, Jeff talks to David Cummings, National Director of Operation Exodus Canada about the revelation God gave him about the significance of Israel today and the importance of non-Jews helping Jewish people move to Israel in fulfillment of scripture. To learn more about Operation Exodus Canada click HERE. First Century Foundations is a Charity that supports ministries in Jerusalem and many other parts of the country of Israel. Our mission is to turn hearts around the world toward the land, people and God of Israel. LEARN MORE ABOUT US HERE. You can watch this entire episode on OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL! Make sure you subscribe so you can be notified of First Century Foundations' regular uploads! Support the showIf you enjoy our podcast, please consider supporting the show HERE so that our Bible-based message about Israel can continue. God blesses those who bless Israel! We agree with God's Word that He will bless you richly in return!

Duration:00:44:45

Special Guest, Dr. Wayne Hilsden talks to Jeff about Antisemitism, Replacement Theology and the Israel Prayer Watch Summit!

9/6/2023
In this episode of Keeping it Israel, Jeff talks to Dr. Wayne Hilsden president of of FIRM (Fellowship of Israel Related Ministries) about co-founding the King of Kings Community Jerusalem, his relationship with First Century Foundations, the evils and subtleties of Replacement Theology and the importance of the Israel Prayer Watch Summit, an event at which Dr. Hilsden is a keynote guest speaker. To learn more about the King of Kings, click here. To learn more about FIRM, click here. To learn more about the Israel Prayer Watch Summit, click here. Please register now as space is limited! First Century Foundations is a Charity that supports ministries in Jerusalem and many other parts of the country of Israel. Our mission is to turn hearts around the world toward the land, people and God of Israel. LEARN MORE ABOUT US HERE. You can watch this entire episode on OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL! Make sure you subscribe so you can be notified of First Century Foundations' regular uploads! Support the showIf you enjoy our podcast, please consider supporting the show HERE so that our Bible-based message about Israel can continue. God blesses those who bless Israel! We agree with God's Word that He will bless you richly in return!

Duration:00:28:06

How to Deepen Your Relationship With God Through the Hebrew Language | Melissa Briggs

8/23/2023
In this episode of Keeping it Israel, Jeff talks to Melissa Briggs of Explore Hebrew to dive into more Hebrew words that can enhance our relationship with God when we understand their original meaning in the Bible. Melissa has just launched a brand new Hebrew course specifically for Christians whereby they can learn both modern and Biblical Hebrew in a meaningful way. Learn more HERE! And don't forget to use the code FCF to get a $25.00 USD discount and ensure that $25.00 USD goes toward supporting the work of First Century Foundations! Thank you for your support! Get on board and start learning Hebrew with Melissa HERE! First Century Foundations is a Charity that supports ministries in Jerusalem and many other parts of the country of Israel. Our mission is to turn hearts around the world toward the land, people and God of Israel. LEARN MORE ABOUT US HERE. You can watch this entire episode on OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL! Make sure you subscribe so you can be notified of First Century Foundations' regular uploads! Support the showIf you enjoy our podcast, please consider supporting the show HERE so that our Bible-based message about Israel can continue. God blesses those who bless Israel! We agree with God's Word that He will bless you richly in return!

Duration:00:39:08

Jeff Invites YOU to the ISRAEL PRAYER WATCH SUMMIT - An Event You Don't Want to Miss this September!

8/2/2023
In this episode of our "Keeping it Israel" Podcast, Director of First Century Foundations, Jeff Futers talks about his recent tour to Churches across Canada, culminating at the Israel Prayer Watch Summit September 24, 2023 in Mississauga Ontario. To learn more about the Israel Prayer Watch Tour and Summit and to sign the Pledge against antisemitism, CLICK HERE! God Bless you for joining us and taking a stand as a "Watchman" on the walls of Jerusalem!!! We hope to see you at the Summit! First Century Foundations is a Charity that supports ministries in Jerusalem and many other parts of the country of Israel. Our mission is to turn hearts around the world toward the land, people and God of Israel. LEARN MORE ABOUT US HERE. You can watch this entire episode on OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL! Make sure you subscribe so you can be notified of First Century Foundations' regular uploads! Support the showIf you enjoy our podcast, please consider supporting the show HERE so that our Bible-based message about Israel can continue. God blesses those who bless Israel! We agree with God's Word that He will bless you richly in return!

Duration:00:23:23

Jeff Talks to Pastors Mike and Logan on the podcast "Forgiven" about the Importance of Israel for Christians and the Work of FCF

7/19/2023
During Jeff and Sharon's Israel Prayer Watch Tour visiting Churches across Canada, Jeff was interviewed by Pastor Mike Gordon and Pastor Logan Teetaert of Bethel Christian Assembly in Brandon Manitoba, on their podcast, "Forgiven." The podcast turned out great and Jeff was able to answer some tough questions about Israel and the Jewish people, so we thought we'd share it with our audience. We pray that your faith is enriched and your understanding of Israel grows as you listen! First Century Foundations is a Charity that supports ministries in Jerusalem and many other parts of the country of Israel. Our mission is to turn hearts around the world toward the land, people and God of Israel. LEARN MORE ABOUT US HERE. Support the showIf you enjoy our podcast, please consider supporting the show HERE so that our Bible-based message about Israel can continue. God blesses those who bless Israel! We agree with God's Word that He will bless you richly in return!

Duration:00:56:48

Jeff Talks to Tour Guide Isaac Karasenti About a Tour of Israel Like Never Before - for TV!

7/5/2023
In this episode of Keeping it Israel, Jeff talks to Isaac Karasenti from his home in Haifa Israel. Isaac tells the story about his ancestors getting kicked out of Spain and moving to Israel. He then talks about a tour of Israel in June 2024 that has never been attempted before - and it will be filmed to become our 13th Season of the First Century TV show! You are invited! More details to come on our website! First Century Foundations is a Charity that supports ministries in Jerusalem and many other parts of the country of Israel. Our mission is to turn hearts around the world toward the land, people and God of Israel. LEARN MORE ABOUT US HERE. You can watch this entire episode on OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL! Make sure you subscribe so you can be notified of First Century Foundations' regular uploads! Support the showIf you enjoy our podcast, please consider supporting the show HERE so that our Bible-based message about Israel can continue. God blesses those who bless Israel! We agree with God's Word that He will bless you richly in return!

Duration:00:33:19