As tensions persist in the Middle East, Israel has issued a stark warning: any collapse of the fragile truce with Hezbollah could lead to a broader conflict, with Lebanon held accountable.

Defense Minister Israel Katz emphasized, “If we return to war, we will act strongly, we will go deeper, and... there will no longer be an exemption for the state of Lebanon.” This statement underscores Israel’s determination to prevent Hezbollah’s violations of the ceasefire, which was brokered to end a 14-month war between the two sides.

The truce, effective since November 27, prohibits Israeli military operations in Lebanon while requiring Lebanese authorities to prevent attacks on Israel from their territory. However, violations have already occurred. On Monday, Hezbollah shelled an Israeli military post, prompting Israeli airstrikes that reportedly killed 12 people. On Tuesday, a drone strike claimed another life.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the...

The story of Jonah is a timeless reminder of God’s call to obedience, even in the face of fear or prejudice. Jonah was called to deliver God’s message to Nineveh, a city he despised and feared. Through his reluctance, God revealed a profound truth: His mercy is for all, even those we perceive as enemies.

Today, we see a similar narrative playing out between Israel and Lebanon. In the recent ceasefire agreement, Israel, like Jonah, is navigating the complexities of being a light to a region fraught with tension and hostility. Lebanon, harboring Hezbollah, mirrors Nineveh—a place in need of accountability and transformation but also an opportunity for God’s truth to shine.

Israel faces resistance from entities like Hezbollah, whose actions threaten peace and stability. But the resistance is not limited to external enemies. Israel faces resistance from all sides—from within its own borders as political divides challenge unity, from the United Nations where...

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American victim of Second Intifada suicide bombing ‘retraumatized’ by Hamas support in US

“It's very scary to see these students siding with a terrorist organization that tried to murder me,” Sarri Singer shares after more than two decades on from suffering horrific injuries in a Hamas terror attack. A New Jersey resident says she and other victims have been “retraumatized” by ongoing support for Hamas on American streets and university campuses.

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 Trump names Boulos, his mechuten, as senior Arab, Middle East adviser

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As Cyber Monday and Giving Tuesday kick off, there's no better time to embrace your role as a modern-day Esther and show unwavering support for Israel. In today's edition of A Glorious Future, we explore the latest headlines shaping the region, including President-elect Trump’s bold appointment of Massad Boulos as senior Arab and Middle East adviser. Plus, discover the inspiring advancements coming from Israel, how you can help end Jew hatred, and ways to turn your online shopping into a tangible blessing for the Jewish people.

Trump names Boulos, his mechuten, as senior Arab, Middle East adviser

Discover how President-elect Donald Trump's appointment of his mechuten, Massad Boulos, as senior Arab and Middle East adviser could shape the future of peace in the region. Boulos, a Lebanese-born billionaire and advocate for "peace through strength," has already played a pivotal role in building coalitions and fostering relationships with Arab leaders.

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“It's very scary to see these students siding with a terrorist organization that tried to murder me,” Sarri Singer

The president-elect said that his daughter's father-in-law "is an accomplished lawyer and a highly respected leader in the business world, with extensive experience on the international scene." 

Written by: Akiva Van Koningsveld

U.S. President-elect Donald Trump stated on Sunday morning that his mechuten Massad Boulos, a Lebanese-born billionaire whose son Michael is married to Trump’s daughter Tiffany, will be his senior adviser on Arab and Middle East affairs.

“Massad is an accomplished lawyer and a highly respected leader in the business world, with extensive experience on the international scene,” Trump wrote on Truth Social. “He has been a longtime proponent of Republican and conservative values, an asset to my campaign and was instrumental in building tremendous new coalitions with the Arab American community.”

The president-elect added that his daughter’s father-in-law “is a dealmaker, and an unwavering...

Dietrich Bonhoeffer's life was a remarkable example of what it means to live a faith that goes beyond words. His courageous stand against the Nazi regime shows us how belief in Christ compels us to act, love radically, and pursue justice. After you watch Bonhoeffer: Pastor. Spy. Assassin., use this guide to reflect on what his story means for your own faith journey.

Faith That Moves Us
Scripture: James 2:14-17 – “Faith by itself, if it does not have works, is dead.”

Bonhoeffer believed that faith wasn’t just something you profess; it was something you live. He couldn’t stand by while injustice prevailed. Instead, he actively opposed Hitler, helping form the Confessing Church and speaking out against evil, even when it cost him dearly.

James tells us that real faith produces action. Bonhoeffer’s life challenges us to ask: What is our faith moving us to do? Are we living as Jesus would in our homes, communities, and workplaces?

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In a heart-wrenching video released by Hamas, 20-year-old Edan Alexander appeared gaunt but resolute, pleading for his release after enduring over 420 days in captivity. Taken hostage during Hamas’s brutal October 7, 2023, attack, Alexander is one of 101 remaining hostages still held in Gaza. His story serves as a vivid reminder of courage, sacrifice, and the urgent need for action.

A Young Hero with Roots in Israel and America
Born in Israel and raised in Tenafly, New Jersey, Edan Alexander embodies the deep bond between the United States and Israel. After graduating high school in 2022, Alexander returned to Israel to serve as a lone soldier in the Golani Brigade. On that fateful October morning, he was stationed near Gaza, where Hamas’s assault claimed over 1,200 lives and left the region reeling in devastation.

In the video, Alexander addressed both Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, pleading for decisive action. Speaking...

By Arlene Bridges Samuels

Often lost in the pages of American history was that 41 pilgrim fathers signed the Mayflower Compact, with their endorsement coming even before our Pilgrim fathers and mothers disembarked from their ship, the Mayflower. The Compact became the first document of the New World’s government. It was signed on November 11, 1620. At the first Thanksgiving, some historians believe the Pilgrims fashioned their celebration after the Jewish fall festival of Sukkot.

Our early founders derived many of their best concepts from a Judeo-Christian perspective. Since May 14, 1948, when the modern Jewish state declared its independence, our alliance has combined into massive blessings for both nations.

As citizens of the United States, we have endless reasons to thank God for our freedoms, family, and friends at our Thanksgiving tables. For Israeli families, weekly Shabbats (a day of rest) are like Thanksgiving each week! Despite their current seven-front...

What does it take to stand against evil when the cost is everything? Dietrich Bonhoeffer’s life challenges us to wrestle with this question. The new film, Bonhoeffer: Pastor. Spy. Assassin., brings his incredible story to life, recounting his journey from theologian to resistance fighter during Nazi Germany’s darkest days.

Bonhoeffer’s world was one of profound moral collapse. As Hitler rose to power, the church in Germany faltered, many leaders compromising their faith to align with the Nazi regime. Bonhoeffer, however, stood firm. He refused to bow to a corrupted church, calling it “religion without Christ.” Instead, he became a voice of defiance, speaking out against antisemitism, racism, and the idolatry of power.

In 1945, just days before his prison camp was liberated by Allied forces, Bonhoeffer was executed. His final words remain hauntingly hopeful: “This is the end—but for me, the beginning.”

A Life Worth Discussing

The film...