Your Mission Report: December
It Starts with an Invitation to Tea
Introducing Jesus to Jewish people on the streets of New York can be risky, but denouncing antisemitism with bold T-shirts and hats can lead to meaningful conversations about the Messiah!
We saw this happen during our Shalom New York 2024 outreach. Chosen People Ministries workers engaged with many bystanders, and some of our staff were able to proclaim the gospel from a Messianic Jewish perspective. One young woman named Shira (not her real name) was so taken with the message of hope that she opened her home for tea, and conversations with her are ongoing. Please pray she will continue to be open to the message of Messiah.
The participants of Shalom New York faced a few hecklers shouting, “Free Palestine!” But instead of provoking anger, it opened a door to conversations about our Jewish faith in Messiah. You made this opportunity possible through your generous gift to Chosen People Ministries!
“I See Light All over You!”
“You do not understand . . . it is not an accident you came to talk to me. . . . I can see light all over you!” These were the words uttered by Leah (not her real name), a young Israeli tourist in the United States. A Chosen People Ministries staff member met her in a park in New York City. Leah lost many friends during the attacks on October 7, 2023. One of her closest friends is still a hostage in Gaza.
Leah came to the United States to visit extended family and get some relief from the stress and grief she is suffering in Israel. She spoke with our staff member for nearly an hour.
Our staff member told about how, one day, Messiah will redeem everything that is broken in the world. But now, in the midst of global chaos, He offers peace for our hearts and hope for the future. Leah was visibly moved, and our staff member and Leah are still in contact.
Please pray that Yeshua will reveal Himself to Leah in the midst of the burdens she is carrying.
Knowledge Points to Messiah
An understanding of Jewish heritage and perspective provides new opportunities to connect with students with the truth about their Messiah.
Chosen People Bible Institute (CPBI) is a powerful tool to deepen believers’ and seekers’ faiths by studying passages from the Bible from a Messianic Jewish perspective. These short, online video courses provide a deeper understanding of Jewish heritage, as well as in-depth study of key passages in Scripture.
Students are learning about the truth of Messiah, and they are open for further conversations. Please pray that Yeshua continues to soften hearts and there will be opportunities to proclaim Him among many.
Please pray for a Jewish man who attends a Messianic congregation but does not yet believe in Jesus. He is very curious and asks good questions. Pray that he believes in Messiah very soon!
There Is No Better Time to Celebrate Messiah!
Your prayers and faithful giving are impacting Jewish people everywhere. Thank you for standing with Chosen People Ministries. Happy Hanukkah and Merry Christmas!
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