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Why Christians Should Support Messianic Jews in Israel

Akaya KitchenJanuary 5, 2024
Why Christians Should Support Messianic Jews in Israel
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Messianic Jews—Jewish people who believe Yeshua (Jesus) is the Messiah—occupy a unique and often difficult position. They are faithful to their Jewish identity while following the Jewish Messiah.

The Biblical Mandate

Romans 15:25-27 shows Paul collecting funds from Gentile churches to support believers in Jerusalem: "For if the Gentiles have shared in their spiritual blessings, they owe it to them to share with them their material blessings."

The early Church understood that Gentile believers have a debt of gratitude to the Jewish people, through whom came the Scriptures, the covenants, and the Messiah Himself.

Challenges Messianic Believers Face

Many Messianic Jews in Israel experience:

  • Rejection from family who see faith in Yeshua as betrayal
  • Social isolation from the broader Jewish community
  • Economic hardship due to discrimination
  • Opposition from ultra-Orthodox groups
  • How Your Support Makes a Difference

    When you give to support Messianic ministries, you help provide:

  • Humanitarian aid to families in need
  • Resources for sharing the gospel
  • Support for Messianic congregations
  • Training for future leaders
  • Care for Holocaust survivors who believe in Yeshua
  • The Spiritual Significance

    Romans 11:15 speaks of Israel's acceptance of Messiah as "life from the dead." When we partner with what God is doing among Jewish believers, we participate in His end-times purposes.

    Take Action Today

    Consider making a monthly commitment to support Messianic Jewish ministries in Israel. Your gift, combined with your prayers, can make an eternal difference.

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    Akaya Kitchen

    Contributing writer at Lifting Up Zion

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