Yael’s Holy Land Reflections

Yael Eckstein at Western Wall in Jerusalem
How to Break Free from Worry
Yael looks to the Bible for three ways to break free from worry, give our stress to God, and experience the fullness of joy He wants for us.
Yael Eckstein and Sarah, an elderly woman in Israel who helps the poor and needy
Poor and Needy in Your Land
Yael tells of an inspiring encounter with a righteous person in Israel, a humble woman who spends her days doing holy work.
Yael Eckstein in front of Israeli and American flags, celebrating independence
A Celebration of Independence and Friendship
Yael thanks God for the friendship between Israel and the U.S., and knows, with His guidance, it will remain strong for many years to come.
A Jewish Ethiopian child finds refuge in Israel
A Place to Call Home
As the international community observes World Refugee Day, Yael writes that Israel acts as a refuge for those looking for a home.
Yael Eckstein being blessed by her father, Rabbi Yechiel Eckstein, in Jerusalem
Honoring Our Fathers
Yael prays for God’s blessing on the men of faith who are working to keep their families strong by providing wise guidance and support, both physical and spiritual, to their…
Rabbi Yechiel Eckstein and Pat Robertson
Pat Robertson — A Dear Friend
Yael remembers Pat Robertson, whose friendship inspired her father and whose support has long inspired The Fellowship's work.
Yael Eckstein and Irina Kozlova, a Jewish mother from Ukraine
A Family's Miraculous Escape
A Jewish mother from Ukraine shares her family's harrowing and inspirational story of fleeing war to find safety in the Holy Land.
Yael Eckstein helping a young boy pick olives off a tree.
Practicing Gratitude
Yael explores the history and meaning of Shavuot, and what both Jews and Christians can learn from this holiday known as the “Festival of Harvest.”
Yael Eckstein, at the Western Wall during the Day, in Jerusalem
Why We Celebrate Jerusalem Day
Yael discusses the Holy City, and both its spiritual significance, as well as its miraculous and historical reunification.
Yael Eckstein comforts her children at sunset on Israel shoreline
Protection and Comfort, in Troubling Times and Always
This Mother's Day, Yael asks us to find inspiration and strength in God’s Word, that no matter what frightening and sad things are going on in the world around us,…
Yael Eckstein and Pat Boone
Pat Boone: Celebrating The Fellowship
Join Yael as she speaks with legendary singer and songwriter Pat Boone about his friendship with Israel and The Fellowship.
Yael Eckstein and flag of Israel at Western Wall
Celebrating Israel's 75th Birthday
As Israel celebrates 75 years of independence, Yael speaks with an Israeli diplomat who has spent his career building bridges between Israel and the world.