Homesick

I was blessed to be able to visit Israel in 2006. It was the most amazing, life-changing experience. Never have I felt more at home anywhere, ever in my entire life. I could feel the presence of God in every molecule.

Never once did I feel threatened or uncomfortable, never did I feel like a stranger, or unwelcome. I did not want to come back to the United States.

I have been homesick for Israel ever since. I watch the news about her every day, and I pray for the all the people within her borders, and support the tiny state in any way I can. I try to make others aware of the importance of supporting Israel, and I have emailed the Prime Minister on several occasions, assuring him that there are still those of us who stand by Israel, come what may.

Yes, of course I know that Israel is a mostly secular nation. God was clear in His word that they would be. He was also very clear that they would eventually turn their eyes back to Him and that they would finally recognize the Messiah as Jesus Christ, who bled and died for them; for all humanity.

I stand with Israel. I miss her. I am homesick.