In this heartfelt conversation, host Joel Rosenberg is joined by Gal Lavie, Director of the Founder’s Office at the Joshua Fund and an IDF reservist, to address a devastating tragedy that has shaken both Israel and the United States: the recent murder of two young Israeli diplomats, Yaron Leshinsky and his soon-to-be fiancée, Sarah Milgram, in Washington, DC. Joel and Gal share personal memories of Yaron—an accomplished, passionate, and peace-driven young man well-respected within Israel's evangelical Christian community. Together, they reflect on the grief and outrage felt by Israelis, the Jewish community, and friends of Israel around the world, and examine the surge in antisemitism that contributed to this horrific act. Joel and Gal place this tragedy within the broader context of ongoing conflict and struggle in the region, discussing not only the personal loss but also the implications for Israeli diplomatic security, the enduring pain of war, and the continued need for prayer, comfort, and solidarity. Listeners are invited to join them in honoring the lives of Yaron and Sarah, supporting their families, and praying for peace and protection for all those affected by this profound loss.

(00:02) "Focus: Tragedy in Jerusalem"
(04:06) Gal Levi: Joshua Fund Director and IDF Officer
(08:07) Zionist Optimism Amidst Anti-Israel Sentiment
(09:58) "Tribute to Yaron Leshinski's Legacy"
(13:59) Israeli Diplomats Shot in DC
(17:55) Tribute to Diplomat Yohon
(22:28) "Tribute and Spiritual Reflection"
(26:54) Grief and Suffering in the Middle East
(28:01) "Israel's 1967 Victory and Impact"
(31:52) Embassy Security Funding Concerns
(35:11) Gaza Conflict and Hostage Crisis
(38:00) IDF Strategy Amid Gaza Aid Efforts

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Verse of the Day: 2 Corinthians 1:3-5 - Blessed be the God and father of our Lord Jesus, the Messiah, the father of all of mercies and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in our affliction so that we may be able to comfort those who are in any affliction with the comfort with which we ourselves have been comforted by God. Whereas we share abundantly in the Messiah's sufferings, so through the Messiah, through Christ, we share abundantly in comfort as well.

Prayer:

Pray for comfort for the families that lost their children
Pray for wisdom for the Israeli ambassador in Washington and the Prime Minister of Israel.
Pray that all hostages are released.

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Trusting God in Times of Crisis #151

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