Friday, November 14, 2025

Arrows 2025 Nov 14 When the Upper West Side Turns into the Lower West Bank

 Arrows from Zion

Summarized from the Weekly Summary of Prayer Requests Israeli Ministries

A most excellent place to start because Americans need to WAKE UP what is gathering strength by the minute within our nation to cause even greater distress than we have already seen in the many years: Avner Boskey’s   The Ghost of Manhattan: When the Upper West Side Turns into the Lower West Bank | There’s a new sheriff in town. New York City – known as ‘the City that never sleeps’ and ‘the Big Apple’ – has a new mayor, Zohran Mamdani. . . . The ghost of anti-Semitism at the foundations | The first Jews to set foot on the soil of New York in 1654 (then called ‘New Amsterdam’ or ‘Nieuw Amsterdam’) were 23 Sephardi Jews (four couples, two widows, and thirteen children) fleeing persecution by the Portuguese Inquisition, just after Portugal conquered Dutch Brazil. These descendants of Jacob came face-to-face with Peter Stuyvesant, the Director General of New Netherland (Nieuw-Nederland), under the control of the Dutch West India Company (Geoctrooieerde Westindische Compagnie). Stuyvesant seized the Jewish families’ belongings and attempted to evict them from his city. . . . George Washington’s declaration to Jacob’s seed |President George Washington declared a foundational premise regarding safety and protection for Jews in America in a letter penned August 21, 1790….

     DONNA: If radical Islam proceeds along the same course that it has in reaching the domination point in Europe and in the UK, then the Islamist New York Mayor, like the London Islamist Mayor, will act as the green light to increase aggressive coming out moves to Islamists all over America. This is the warning that few are sounding even though the models in Western Nations are clear on how well advanced we are already.

Reuven Doron, whose classic book One New Man opened my eyes many years ago, has just launched his onenewmantoday.com website. Go today – watch Reuven’s videos from Israel, sign up for newsletter.
      His newsletter last week included the VIDEO : ZERO EXPECTATIONS | Reuven writes, I have zero expectations that the governing authorities, whether local, American, or global, will be able guide the Middle East, or the entire world as far as that’s concerned, into green pastures and still waters. They are trying, and there are some good people here and out there (whom we deeply appreciate and support) who are of a pure heart and genuine motives, but the system is rigged to fail. There is just too much money, power, entitlement, and self exaltation that, sooner or later, bring even the finest efforts to their bitter end. . . .The ONLY meaningful element on earth that keeps us together and holds back the colossal consequences of our evil ways are the PRAYERS OF THE SAINTS and the PRESENCE OF THE ELECT. When that will be over… it will be over. Until then, the shakings will continue, the prophecies will be fulfilled, the harvest will be gathered into the barns, and the saints will grow into His likeness. Cheer up, the Lord is near. . . .

If all you are watching is Western news, you need to start reading some Messianic news reporting like Cookie Schwaeber-Issan for AllIsraelnews.com and the Jerusalem Post:  10/31 Tucker's Brain Virus Definition Also Infected Charlie “Charlie saw the light, embraced it and spent his final days extolling the praises of the land that he knew had a divine purpose for all mankind. It is incumbent upon TP USA to preserve and honor that legacy of Charlie!” | 11/10 Will it come down to MAGA or Israel? | 11/11 The Woke are Islam’s foot soldiers | 11/12 JPost: Will Israel's Interior Ministry finally accept all Jews?

Guy Cohen writes about From the Wounds of War to Yeshua’s Healing on the new website for the congregation he leads in Acco, Harvest of Asher | Spiritual awakening and healing in the Name of Yeshua, between the pain of war and the power of the Kehila (congregation). In times of war, fear, and global turmoil, many hearts carry deep wounds of the soul. Some have witnessed unbearable scenes, returning from battle with their bodies intact but their souls bleeding. Others live with anxiety, recurring memories, or a profound emptiness symptoms of post-traumatic stress (PTSD). |  Amid all this, a spiritual call is being heard, a call to awaken, to return to the source of life, hope, and healing: Yeshua the Messiah.  Read in full on the new web page

Christian Arab pastor Najeeb & Elizabeth Attieh of the Haifa Immanuel Church sends a wonderful acknowledgement of how they are the fruit of Ruth Nessim’s ministry in Nahariya. Dear Ruth has gone on to be with the LORD, but she did indeed throw all of her support behind the Attieh’s long ago, even bringing Najeeb into her own congregation after her dear husband died as she could get no Jewish believer to come take up his post. Ruth broke barriers because she had a heart to please God, and that is why so many of us know this Arab Christian ministry today. To learn more about their ministry and their outreaches – even in Armenia, do write to immanuel.haifa@gmail.com 

The HaMaayan congregation led by Tony & Orna Sperandeo is in Kfar Saba and they put their beautiful congregational updates online with lots of pictures of their doings. One excerpt from the current letter is Festival of LIFE - “I will dwell among them” | Messianic and Arab communities in Israel came together for a 3-day festival to worship God as one united body. The Feast of Sukkot, or Tabernacles (Feast of the Ingathering) – plus the return of the living hostages and the memorial of October 7, 2023 – all happened at the very same time! Every participant enjoyed fellowship, teachings, a music concert, and different creative workshops like making silk banners and tambourines. We also organized Healing Workshops to overcome shock and trauma brought on by our war. On the last day, we invited non-believers / family members to join us in experiencing God’s amazing love with us. While attendees were worshipping and celebrating, a new generation of intercessors were praying 24/7 over the entire area. The presence of God was tangible, felt by all of us! Read the full newsletter here

From Leon Mazin of Return to Zion Center in Haifa writes how eventful October was: his and Nina Mazin's son, a violinist had an import showcase concert; their daughter got married; and their other daughter gave birth. . . . Then a team from Texas came in to help with covering their patio with a pergola. "This is rather a big project which will become a part of “Shivat Tzion Exhibition” (Return to Zion Exhibition). This expression “Shivat Tzion” is associated with the return from the Babylonian Exile in the days of Zerubbabel, Ezra and Nehemiah. Our Congregation has a similar name, but it also refers to the return from exile in our days. The idea of the Exhibition is the biblical story, prophecies and the realities of the region of Zebulon where we practically live. As for the purpose – we want to make an exhibition accessible for domestic Israeli Tourism. It will give us a possibility to tell the truth all over the territory of Israel and there is great effectiveness in this. Israelites from other parts of the country gladly travel to Haifa with guides, and we hope to see them at our Exhibition.” Go to the Return to Zion website to read more about this exciting Historical Exhibition site they are developing)

From Tikkun Global The Demonic Origin of Antisemitism | In this eye-opening message, Asher Intrater exposes the spiritual roots behind antisemitism — a hatred that has persisted throughout history. | Life & Growth at Return to Zion by Leon Mazin | The Tabernacle and the Rock by Guy Cohen | BOOK With All Your Heart by Eitan Shishkoff ||  A Time of Connection and Purpose in Berlin | Yesterday and Today, in Berlin, Germany, Ariel and Asher had a powerful time of ministry at a conference focused on unity and restoration within the Body of Messiah. | Abraham: Trusting God Through the Wait VIDEO teaching with Ariel Blumenthal | Ariel also written teaching The Word Before the World | A Tribute to Moshe Morrison by Tents of Mercy | BOOK Apostolic Authority & Ministry by Daniel Juster |

 The goal of Plant Hope Israel Ministries is to show that God is real, Jesus is the Messiah, and that He is the way in everyone's life. We do this by sharing testimonies of Jesus, miracles, and dreams; we teach about Biblical archaeology, science, faith, and the supernatural; spiritual warfare; we expose New Age and Kabbalah; and we teach and celebrate the Biblical Feasts together. We also build bridges between Israel and the church, support Jews making Aliyah, and pray for more of the gifts of the Holy Spirit and support the five-fold Ministry.  Jennifer Guetta is the director of Plant Hope Israel….She is a Biblical archaeologist and author who came to know Jesus in a supernatural way. She was rescued from New Age, Kabbalah, and atheism. And she now has the calling to share about Jesus in various ways. Go here to learn more including about her book, Awestruck by Glory

Aleksey Raikhstadt of the old city Jaffa pot where Beit Immanuel is located, was “invited to the One New Man Conference in South Korea, where he shared about the prophetic message of Sukkot and the unity of Jew and Gentile in Messiah. To witness these believers praying fervently for Israel and worshiping Yeshua with one heart was deeply moving. The presence of the Holy Spirit was tangible, healing hearts, restoring hope, and reminding us that God is faithfully gathering His people from every nation.” His prayer requests are: Growth and strengthening of home groups including more leaders for our home groups. Pray for our families who are in financial and emotional distress – that God would meet every need, provide His peace and comfort, strengthen their faith, and fill them with hope in His perfect provision and timing. Pray for musicians for the worship team and fruit from out evangelistic projects.  If you feel led to give and take part in what God is doing in Israel, you Learn more at the congregational website.

Josie Silver wrote a wonderful article for Out of Zion |The Ark of God’s Covenant | It feels quieter now in Israel – for the moment. Yet deep within, we all sense it: we are not done. We’ve entered a new season in this land - a season of rebuilding lives and homes, of fresh joy and renewed hope. It’s a time of healing, where we allow the Lord to work His greatness among His people and His nation. But while we rebuild, prophecy continues to unfold before our eyes. Aliyah is moving forward. Jewish families - many young, many from the United States - are returning home to Israel in increasing numbers. At the same time, hostility toward the Jewish people continues to rise across the world. Antisemitic words, attacks, and propaganda are no longer rare; they are daily reminders that the handwriting is on the wall. The signs are real, and they echo the urgency of God’s call for His people to come home.
     For those still scattered in exile, Israel remains a place of refuge - a divinely appointed ark of preservation. As in Noah’s day, when the floods came without warning, the time will come again when safety will be found only inside the ark God has prepared. His judgment upon the earth will not touch those sealed within His covenant.
. . .Israel is the ark of preservation for God’s people—a nation sealed by His covenant and sustained by His promise. For more of Josie's article write directly to her email.


Revive Israel welcomed a new group for their
2025 Discipleship Winter Program. Joining last week to minister was Christian Arab Bassam Adranly and his wife Jesra. Revive reports it was “a powerful time of teaching and sharing from God’s Word. Together, we explored the righteousness we've received through Yeshua. We were reminded that because of His righteousness, we stand before God blameless, not only forgiven, but completely transformed.” The Revive team led by Youval and Valerie Yanay write, “It’s powerful to watch young believers just beginning their walk with Yeshua. They're thirsty for truth and eager to dive into the Scriptures. It reminds us how easy it is to forget the kindness of God that once led us to repentance. But God is always inviting us to return, to remember our first love, to draw near to Him again, even after many years of faith. To put on His righteousness, and come boldly before His throne of glory in full assurance of faith. We’re praying that each one of you will be filled with holy fear and clothed in righteousness.”

Chaim Malespin of the Faithful Galileans writes something most of us never think about – God has dreams and visions too! His Word is packed full of them and we rarely think about how God is the original Dreamer & Visionary!
Watch Chaim's video here: God has a dream too — a dream for Israel, for the nations, and for every person who joins in His plan of restoration. Chaim Malespin shares with the team of volunteers at the Galilee House about Joseph and dreams!  Sow into the Faithful Galileans here.
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 Israel Pochtar of Beit Hallel congregation in Ashdod, and a network of daughter congregations, writes “As we come to the end of this year, I just want to say thank you from my heart. It’s been a challenging season for Israel
— a time of war, need, and uncertainty — but also a time when we’ve seen God move in powerful ways. Through everything, our mission has stayed the same: to bring the Gospel to the people of Israel. We’ve been holding evangelism events, sharing the Good News in the streets, and inviting people to hear about Yeshua — many for the very first time. It’s been amazing to see so many hearts open, people praying, and lives beginning to change…. As we look ahead to 2026, our vision is to reach even further and make a bigger impact for Yeshua...WATCH NOW
     Our dear friend and fellow pastor, Ariel Ben David, who leads our sister congregation Maayan in Eilat, is walking through one of the most difficult seasons of his life. Ariel has been diagnosed with stage 4 cancer, and according to the doctors, the medical outlook is not encouraging — they’ve given him about one year to live, with only a small chance of recovery. These are hard words to write, and even harder to read. Ariel is a man known for his joy, gentleness, and steadfast devotion to Yeshua. A loving husband, a devoted father, and a faithful shepherd, he has spent years pouring out his heart for others — teaching, encouraging, visiting, and standing beside those in need...Read more here.

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