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Racial Injustice & Israel
As the most discussed injustice today, it is vital that Christians engage in thoughtful dialogue about racism. The key divisional issue in the Early Church, however, was not skin color – but enmity between Gentile and Jewish believers that led to Jewish persecution. In this video, Nic explains how Paul foresaw this problem as he wrote Galatians, and how the eventual healing of this FIRST divisional wound will affect all others as a result.
Modern Israel, Theology
 2 mins
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There is No Longer Jew or Gentile… REALLY!?
When the Apostle Paul said "there is no longer Jew or Gentile" in Galatians 3:28, what did he mean? Do believers in Jesus lose their ethnic distinctions when they put their faith in the Messiah? "Gateway Center for Israel" director Nic Lesmeister describes Paul's vision for "equality with distinction" to help understand this verse.
Theology
 2 mins
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Does Israel's Existence Prove That God is Real?
How do Israel & Jewish people still exist today after thousands of years of persecution? Is it just luck, or is it miraculous proof of the God who chose and has sustained Israel all this time as His special people? Watch as David Blease examines the evidence.
Jewish History, Modern Israel, Theology
 4 mins
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Jesus, Will You Restore Israel Now?
“Has the time come for You to establish Your kingdom here on earth?” Many scholars believe this question asked by Jesus’ disciples in Acts 1:6 was way off base – to say the least. But, was it? In this video, Nic reminds us how important it is to view scripture through a Jewish lens to gain a full understanding of its meaning.
Theology
 2 mins
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Committing Yourself to the Jewish People
Pastor Olen Griffing, Gateway Church apostolic elder, shares his heart on what God taught him as a Gentile pastor about the importance of being committed to the Jewish people. Using the example of the Apollo moon landing, Pastor Olen shares about Naomi and Ruth, and why all Christians should commit themselves to the Jewish people.
Jewish History, Jewish Outreach
 4 mins
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Why Does the Church Need Jewish People?
Did you know it is possible to be Jewish without Christianity, but impossible to be a Christian without Judaism? In this video, Nic explains three reasons why the Church’s relationship with Jewish people is not an option in order to be all that God desires us to be.
Theology
 2 mins
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What Language Did Jesus Speak?
A question that I am often asked is, "what language did Jesus speak?" Now, I’m not going to Bible-juke you and say Jesus spoke all languages because He was God and, therefore, omniscient. Jesus was divinely human, and lived as on earth as Yeshua, the Jewish craftsman from Nazareth. Let's get right to the point. Contrary to many mainstream theologians, we feel pretty convinced that the evidence suggests that Jesus spoke and taught regularly in Hebrew.
Jewish History, Theology
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Did the Prophet Isaiah See Jesus?
Is it possible that the "WHO" Isaiah saw in heaven's throne room was actually Jesus Himself? In part two of Dr. David Rudolph's teaching, he again examines chapter 6:1-3 with more surprising insight from a Jewish perspective.
Theology
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Denominations of Judaism
Jewish religious life can vary from ultra-Orthodox to secular or agnostic. "Gateway Center for Israel" director Nic Lesmeister shares the various Jewish expressions of religion across the spectrum in this video.
Jewish Life, Modern Israel
 4 mins
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What is Aliyah?
Nic Lesmeister, Director "Gateway Center for Israel," explains the term Hebrew term "aliyah." This is the process of a Jewish person immigrating - or returning - to the State of Israel. Find out why this is important for Jews and Christians in this video.
Jewish Life, Modern Israel
 2 mins
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What is the Western Wall?
The Western Wall, or Wailing Wall, is a well-known place in the Old City of Jerusalem. But what is it? From where did it come? Why is it important to the Jewish people - and to Christians? Nic Lesmeister from "Gateway Center for Israel" explains.
Jewish Life, Modern Israel
 2 mins
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Four Ways Christians Can Respond to Antisemitism
Using the anachronism C.A.R.E., Director Nic Lesmeister with Gateway Center for Israel outlines four quick ways that Christians can respond to the evils of antisemitism.
Antisemitism, Jewish Outreach, Lecture
 13 mins
David Blease
David Blease is an American pastor, Christian influencer, and podcast host. He is the Teaching Pastor at “Gateway Center for Israel”. David graduated from The King’s University in 2016 with a degree in Christian Studies. In 2012, David attended the Gateway Conference, where he learned the Jewish context of scripture which significantly reshaped his understanding of the Bible. This newfound understanding helped deepen David’s relationship with God, his passion for Israel, and his love for the Jewish people. He now dedicates much of his time to teaching the Church how to develop and foster a sincere love for Israel and the Jewish people. David Blease and his wife (Mikayla Blease) have two children and live in Dallas/Fort Worth.
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What is the Temple Mount?
The Temple Mount in Jerusalem is constantly in the news. But what is the Temple Mount? Nic Lesmeister from "Gateway Center for Israel" shares about the locations of the mosques on the site and how to detangle the complexity of the issue.
Modern Israel
 2 mins
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Are There Jewish Christians in Israel?
When Israel was founded in May 1948, estimates say there were only six families of Jewish Israelis who believed in Jesus. Nic Lesmeister from "Gateway Center for Israel" shares what this number has grown to today, and why this should be exciting to Christians.
Jewish Life, Modern Israel
 1 mins
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What is Anti-Zionism?
What is the political movement called anti-Zionism? Can being critical of the State of Israel cross into antisemitism? Nic Lesmeister from "Gateway Center for Israel" shares three ways you can tell that anti-Zionism is actually antisemitism.
Antisemitism, Modern Israel
 2 mins
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Should Jewish Believers Follow Torah? Part 2
Part 2
The discussion continues about the lifestyle of Jewish believers in Jesus in part two of Gateway Center for Israel's Nic Lesmeister's interview with Dr. Jen Rosner and Rabbi Josh Lessard, co-authors of At the Foot of the Mountain: Two Views of Torah and the Spirit.
Interviews, Modern Israel, Theology
 42 mins
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Israel's New Government, the Supreme Court and West Bank violence
It's been a hectic period in Israel lately, with news stories about new elections, changing the Supreme Court, the end of democracy, terror attacks, West Bank violence, and on and on. I think I can help you understand all of this with a little more clarity.
Jewish Life, Modern Israel
How YOU Impacted Israel in 2022
How you impacted Israel in 2022 In 2022, 100% of your donations to bless Israel & the Jewish people were distributed to 63 different Gateway partners in 15 countries around the world. It is so important for you to know the specific impact your donations made, so here are some of the stories of how […]
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The Overlooked Strategy of Paul's Ministry
Did you know that Paul, known as the Apostle to the Gentiles, actually prioritized taking the Gospel to the Jewish people first? Nic Lesmeister examines Paul's ministry pattern and what it should mean to Christians today.
Jewish Outreach, Theology
 2 mins
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Welcome to the Gateway Center for Israel
"Gateway Center for Israel" is an organization based in Southlake, TX, seeking to engage church leaders with Israel. It was formed in 2019, as an initiative of Gateway Church, to resource and inspire the global church to a biblical and sincere love for Israel and the Jewish people.
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