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Do Old Testament verses regarding Israel apply today to the State of Israel, Jews around the world, or the Church? Many Christians believe that God's words to Abraham in Genesis 12:3, where after He instructs him to leave his homeland He says "I will bless those who bless you, and curse those who curse you," as well as other verses regarding Israel, are still in effect today. Favorable foreign policy toward modern Israel, then, is seen as a doorway to blessings from God. But for others a theological quandary exists as to just who and what constitutes "Israel" and what...

The Hon. James. M. Inhofe United States Senator from Oklahoma re: Your Senate Floor Statement on Israel#146;s Land Dear Senator Inhofe, The hearts and minds of everyone who loves Israel and the Biblical covenants of God#146;s Word are overflowing with gratitude to you for your courageous and timely speech before the Senate last week. In fact, God Himself must be reserving a special crown in heaven for you because of your knowledgeable, truthful, and educational defense of His covenant land (Genesis 13:14-17). Currently, the Saudi #145;Peace Plan#146; is at the center stage of world opinion, and the pressure is on...