
· 29 min
U.S. Midterms: A Wake-Up Call for Christians #396
Inside The Epicenter With Joel RosenbergAbout this episode
What do America’s midterm elections mean for Israel—and how should Christians respond?
In this episode of Inside the Epicenter, Joel and Lynn Rosenberg share their perspective from Jerusalem on what Joel describes as one of the most troubling weeks in U.S.-Israel relations. They discuss the election results, the debate over American military assistance to Israel, and the concerns Israelis are expressing about the future of the alliance.
Joel examines the role of economic frustration, the war with Iran, and attitudes toward Israel in shaping voters’ decisions. He and Lynn also explore evangelical participation in the election and why Christians must remain engaged without placing their ultimate hope in political leaders.
Drawing on Isaiah 41:10 and Genesis 12:3, they offer a call to prayer, faithfulness, and practical action. Discover how learning, praying, giving, and going can help strengthen the church and bless Israel and her neighbors—even in uncertain times.
Episode Highlights00:00 A warning about America’s relationship with Israel
01:23 Joel and Lynn introduce the conversation from Jerusalem
02:12 Israeli concerns about American support and regional security
03:57 Trusting God when political developments bring uncertainty
05:20 Joel’s concerns about the direction of the U.S.-Israel alliance
07:30 Examining voter attitudes toward Israel
08:59 The Iran war, economic pressures, and the election
12:04 Joel’s assessment of the changing balance in Congress
14:39 A call for Christians to stand in the gap
15:26 Verse of the Day: Isaiah 41:10
16:36 Learn, pray, give, and go
18:50 Becoming an Epicenter Ally
19:38 The upcoming Epicenter Summit and Israel tour
20:54 Evangelical participation and civic responsibility
24:31 Genesis 12:3 and Joel’s warning for America
27:20 Lynn’s encouragement: keep walking faithfully with Jesus
Verse of the DayIsaiah 41:10
“Do not fear, for I am with you; do not anxiously look about you, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, surely I will help you, surely I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.”
Prayer Requests•Pray for America, Israel, and the relationship between the two countries.
•Pray for Christians to stand for biblical truth with courage, wisdom, and love.
•Pray for the church in Israel and across the Middle East to remain strong and faithful.
•Pray that believers will trust God, stay grounded in Scripture, and teach the next generation to walk with Jesus.
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