Yael’s Holy Land Reflections

Yom HaShoah Reminds Us: 'We Will Live'

Yael Eckstein  |  May 6, 2024

Yael says that this Yom HaShoah it's more important than ever to stand with Israel through prayers and action, and faith that God will protect His people.

From Israel: What’s on My Mind This Passover

Yael Eckstein  |  April 22, 2024

Writing at Higher Ground, Yael says this Passover is a time of grief and suffering… but also hope.

Finding Strength in the Light

Yael Eckstein  |  April 11, 2024

Yael reminds us that there is hope after the terrible attacks of October 7, and that as long as we hold steadfast to the light, our faith, and each other, Israel will prevail.

What Have We Learned After 150 Days of War?

Yael Eckstein  |  March 21, 2024

Yael shares how the world must stop falling for the deceitfulness of Hamas’ tactics and realize that Israel stands for life, freedom, and peace.

Hamas and the Holocaust: An Interview

Yael Eckstein  |  January 25, 2024

Yael speaks with Sarah, a Holocaust survivor, and Noa, a survivor of the October 7 attacks on Israel in this powerful interview.

Christian Friends Combat Dangerous Anti-Semitism

Yael Eckstein  |  January 17, 2024

Yael writes a powerful message about the strength of Israel’s millions of Christian friends who are committed to supporting the Jewish people and are unified in crying out: Never again!

Unity in Prayer and Action to Usher in New Days of Peace

Yael Eckstein  |  January 11, 2024

As Yael reflects on the tragedy of October 7, she encourages us to let go of all that divides us as a society, so that we can find unity, strength, and peace in 2024.

A Biblical Land – and A Land of Heroes

Yael Eckstein  |  January 3, 2024

Yael reflects on her renewed awe for the humble and heroic defenders of Israel during this time of war.

Israel Is a Land of Heroes

Yael Eckstein  |  December 14, 2023

Yael writes about how bravely the people of Israel, both young and old, responded when Hamas attacked on October 7.

Hanukkah: Celebrating Light, Life, and Miracles in the Midst of War

Yael Eckstein  |  December 7, 2023

After visiting one of the kibbutzim where unimaginable terror took place on October 7, Yael reminds us that God turns our darkness into light, even during wartime.

Holding On to Hope When all Else Seems Lost

Yael Eckstein  |  December 6, 2023

Yael explores how Hanukkah is a time to remember that no matter how dark things may be, we can still find the light.

How Hanukkah Teaches Us to See the Miracles in Our Own Lives

Yael Eckstein  |  December 1, 2023

Do you know how miracles happen? Yael shares how a miracle takes just one step of faith and God takes care of the rest!