7 Ways Homeschool Families Can Stand with Israel

7 Ways Homeschool Families Can Stand with Israel In “7 Ways Homeschool Families Can Stand with Israel,” episode #197, Meredith Curtis gives practical things homeschooling families can do to stand with Israel during this frightening time: pray, meet practical needs, combat antisemitism – do something! With so misinformation swirling around, we can also teach our children about Israel’s ancient history, Israel’s modern history, and why Israel is such an important ally in the Middle East.               Powerline Productions, Inc. Bringing Homeschool Joy to Families Everywhere!   Show Notes After the horrific invasion, brutal torture, and heinous murder of Israeli citizens by Hamas on October 7, many homeschooling families want to stand with Israel. Here are 7 ways you can show support to the nation of Israel. If you don’t know what happened on October 7, 2023, here is a description: https://www.idf.il/en/mini-sites/hamas-israel-war-articles-videos-and-more/general-articles/what-happened-in-the-october-7th-massacre/ Prayer Prayer changes things! God hears our prayers and even commands His people in Psalm 122:7 to pray for the peace of Jerusalem. Here are strategic prayers for the Israeli-Hamas Conflict – yes I know some of these will take a miracle but that’s what the Lord does! * Revival in the Middle East – millions turning to Jesus * Protection and release of all hostages taken on Oct. 7 * Healing for all those mourning the death and kidnapping of loved ones * Strength for those having to see the carnage * Protection from daily rockets attacking Israeli cities * Protection for innocent Palestinians who did not leave Gaza when warned weeks ago * Wisdom for leadership in Israel * Swift Israeli victory against Hamas * Reconciliation between Israel and her Arab neighbors * Iran would have no money to support Hamas and Hezbollah * Hamas would not use Palestinians or hostages as human shields * Truth in the media * Israel’s Arab neighbors would no longer want Israel to stop existing, but welcome her to the Middle East – Healing Find Out what is Happening Locally Is there a synagogue in your area? They may be providing things for the Israeli soldiers or victims of the terrorist attack on October 7. That might be a great place to give items of clothing, blankets, or even financial gifts. Combat Antisemitism If you watch the news, you can hear angry chants against Jewish people in the Pro-Palestinian/Hamas demonstrations. So far, Jewish students have been verbally abused by other students (and a professor), manhandled, and threatened. We don’t want this to escalate. My sister Julie’s text to me. We can be like Julie! Teach Children about Ancient Israel History If you have read the Old Testament, you know a little about the history of the Jewish people. * Calling of Abraham * Patriarchs * Egypt to Slavery in Egypt * Taking the Promised Land * Judges – Kings – Captivity * Rebuilding of Wall & Temple * Greeks – Kingdom of Judea – Roman Empire * Destruction of the Temple in 70 AD & Diaspora