On October 7, 2023, the city of Sderot became one of the first places Hamas unleashed its brutal assault. But right there - in a city riddled with bullet holes, bomb shelters on every corner, and stories of terrorized children - there’s something unexpected: life.

In this gripping and emotional episode, we sit down with Pastor Michael, leader of City of Life Ministries, just steps from the rubble where terrorists stormed and slaughtered innocent police officers on that Shabbat morning.

He takes us into the chaos of those early hours, the miracle that spared his apartment building, and what it’s like to raise a family under rocket fire - with just 15 seconds to run for cover.

But this isn’t just a story of survival. It’s a story of spiritual resistance. Of staying. Of blessing. Of building a community that not only endures, but proclaims hope in Yeshua despite pressure, persecution, and war.

This episode reveals what the global headlines miss: how God is still writing His story in the land of Israel - even when the world wants to erase it.

• The October 7 Attack in Sderot: Pastor Michael recounts how Hamas deliberately targeted the local police station - killing friends and neighbors - while miraculously sparing nearby residents.
• Raising Families Under Fire: For over two decades, families in Sderot have lived under constant rocket threat. Bomb shelters aren’t just safety - they’re part of daily life.
• A Ministry of Life in a City of Death: City of Life Ministries feeds the hungry, counsels the traumatized, shelters the displaced, and proclaims the eternal hope found in Yeshua - right in the heart of a war zone.
• Opposition from Within: While Hamas wages war outside, ultra-Orthodox communities protest against Messianic Jews inside. Pastor Michael shares the spiritual and legal battles they’ve faced and how they keep loving their enemies.
• The Bigger Picture: What if this war is stirring both Jews and Christians toward a deeper prophetic return - to the land, to the Scriptures, and to one another? Pastor Michael unpacks a theopolitical vision of what God might be doing in our time.

• [00:00] – Standing on Ground Zero: The site of the police station massacre
• [04:00] – 15 Seconds to Live: Life under rocket fire in Sderot
• [06:30] – October 7th: The timeline of terror and miracle
• [10:00] – Displacement and Fear: What it meant to flee their home for 9 months
• [14:00] – Teaching Children Not to Fear, but to Bless
• [16:00] – Why “City of Life”? Naming a congregation in a war zone
• [17:00] – Serving the City: From food to therapy to field trips
• [19:00] – Why Proclaiming Yeshua Still Draws Fire in Israel
• [24:00] – Theopolitical Lens: What God might be doing in this war
• [27:00] – A Desert That Will Bloom: Fulfillment of prophecy in the Negev
• [31:00] – The Coming Aliyah and a Messianic Movement Rising

Support City of Life Ministries City of Life is doing the real work - providing food, diapers, trauma counseling, and the hope of Yeshua to those surrounded by war. Learn more or support their work at: clm-israel.org

Join The Jewish Road Community If you want to stand with Israel, rediscover the Jewish roots of your faith, and walk the narrow road with us - join The Few. We’re not the majority, but we’re faithful. Learn more and support the work at: thejewishroad.com

While global attention remains locked on Gaza, another atrocity is unfolding across the border in Syria - and almost no one is talking about it.

In this episode of The Jewish Road Podcast, Matt and Ron Davis speak with Mansor Ashkar, a prominent Israeli Druze leader, to expose the silent ethnic cleansing of the Druze people by radical Sunni factions.

These are Israel’s allies - men who serve in the IDF, who have bled and died protecting Jewish lives - now watching their extended families be slaughtered just across the border.

Some have taken matters into their own hands, crossing illegally into Syria in an attempt to rescue their relatives.

This episode is not only a wake-up call - it’s a moral reckoning. Why is the world silent? And what does this mean for Christians and Jews who claim to care about justice?

• The Druze community is facing targeted violence in Syria, yet global media coverage is virtually nonexistent.
• Mansor Ashkar sheds light on the history, loyalty, and sacrifice of the Druze people, and their deep connection to Israel.
• Some Israeli Druze soldiers are risking everything to save family across the border.
• This isn’t just a military story - it’s a humanitarian crisis happening in real time.
• Matt and Ron call on listeners to see the spiritual and moral dimensions of this moment.

00:00 – Intro and why this episode matters 01:10 – The crisis facing the Druze in Syria 05:45 – Why the silence from global media? 10:20 – The history and heart of the Druze community 14:50 – Israeli Druze crossing borders to save family 18:15 – The stakes for Israel - and the Church 23:00 – How we should respond 27:30 – Final reflections and next steps

Learn more, share the truth, and stand with Israel and her allies at thejewishroad.com. This is a moment for prayer, courage, and clarity.

To hear more from Mansor, check out his YouTube and Instagram pages.

What happens when Christians fall in love with Israel - not just the idea, but the land, the people, and yes...the wine?

In this episode, Matt and Ron welcome Daniel and Alana Elliott, founders of Israeli Good Wine, to tell a story that starts in the rocky hills of Samaria and ends with something far deeper than just a good vintage.

You’ll hear how a trip to Israel led Daniel to rethink his theology, how a verse in Jeremiah led an Israeli couple to plant vineyards on ancient hills, and how wine became more than a drink - it became evidence that God is keeping His promises.

From encountering the land to challenging replacement theology, this episode uncorks spiritual insight, prophetic fulfillment, and plenty of wine wisdom (including whether putting ice in red wine is ever okay).

If you've ever wondered what Psalm 23 has to do with a wine bottle, or what it looks like to “taste and see” that the Lord is good - this one’s for you.

• Prophecy in a Bottle: Planting vineyards in Samaria isn’t random - it’s a direct fulfillment of Jeremiah 31:5.
• From Replacement to Restoration: Daniel and Alana’s journey shifted from theological neutrality to a love for Israel rooted in Scripture.
• Wine as Witness: Each bottle tells a story of God’s faithfulness, the land, and the people He hasn’t forgotten.
• Kosher ≠ Better: A crash course in kosher wine laws, biblical vineyard rules, and why shellfish doesn’t belong in your Merlot.
• Virtual Wine Night Coming: Join the Jewish Road and Israeli Good Wine for a curated tasting that brings Israel to your table.

• 00:00 – Meet Daniel & Alana: Texas hospitality meets Israeli vineyards
• 02:00 – Falling in love with Israel - the journey begins
• 05:30 – The prophecy of vineyards in Jeremiah 31
• 08:00 – Alana’s transformation: From neutral to deeply rooted
• 11:30 – Confronting replacement theology
• 14:45 – Ezekiel, dry bones, and the return of the glory
• 16:00 – Birth of Israeli Good Wine
• 19:00 – Taste and see: the theology behind the table
• 23:00 – Wine in Jewish tradition: from Shabbat to circumcision
• 25:00 – Is Israeli wine actually good? (Spoiler: Yes)
• 27:00 – What makes wine kosher - and why it matters
• 31:00 – Red vs. white: a spirited debate
• 35:00 – Can you put ice in wine? Asking for a friend
• 36:30 – Why we’re doing a wine night together
• 40:00 – A box of four bottles, straight from the land
• 42:30 – Psalm 23, bomb shelters, and a calling to the table
• 44:00 – Promo details and how to join the virtual tasting
• 46:00 – Final thoughts and a special blessing

Want to taste the story of Israel for yourself? Join us for a virtual wine night hosted in partnership with Israeli Good Wine. You can order a curated 2- or 4-bottle box shipped to your door and be part of a live tasting experience led by Daniel and Alana.

Visit thejewishroad.com/wine to get all the details, grab your bottles, and use promo code: THEJEWISHROAD for a discount and to support this work.

And if you're curious about their full wine club and the message-in-a-bottle experience, visit IsraeliGoodWine.com and taste the fulfillment of prophecy - one sip at a time.

We sat down at the Sea of Galilee with an Israeli special forces commander just hours after he returned from the front lines in Gaza. What followed wasn’t just a conversation - it was a collision of war, faith, and the kingdom of God.

In this powerful and emotional episode, we talk about everything from blowing up terror tunnels and rescuing hostages to the unseen spiritual battle raging behind the headlines.

Our guest, a Jewish believer and elite IDF soldier, shares how he’s been sustained through nearly 600 days of combat, what the Bible says about Gaza, and why the real hope for peace isn’t political - it’s prophetic.

You won’t hear this anywhere else.

• Gaza holds ancient, prophetic significance - and the war there today is deeply spiritual.
• Ceasefires often backfire, giving terror groups time to rearm.
• Political deals and military action can’t fix what only the return of the Messiah can.
• True peace comes when hearts are transformed - not just borders.

• 00:01 – Sea of Galilee intro with the IDF Sergeant Major
• 00:21 – On-the-ground details from Gaza tunnel operations
• 04:11 – What it really takes for a military mission to succeed
• 07:33 – The illusion of ceasefires and international pressure
• 12:56 – How a Jewish believer in the army sees God’s hand in the chaos
• 17:49 – Pulling back the mask: the theo-political battle behind the war
• 24:17 – Why only the Kingdom of God can bring lasting peace
• 26:48 – A former radical Muslim's transformation and the future hope

Stay connected as we continue to unpack the prophetic story unfolding in real-time. Visit thejewishroad.com to learn more, support the mission, and get access to teaching and resources that help Christians reconnect to the Jewish roots of their faith.

What happens when a Muslim from Iran meets Jesus in America - then watches his homeland go to war with Israel?

Shah Afshar was born and raised in Iran, shaped by a shame-based culture, a devout Muslim family, and the pressure to uphold family honor. But everything changed when he encountered a group of joyful American college students and heard the name of Jesus - not as a prophet, but as Savior.

In this episode, Shah shares his powerful journey from Islam to Christianity, the cultural weight of honor and shame, and what he sees unfolding in the Middle East today.

With a foot in both worlds, he gives insight few can offer: why 80% of Iranians quietly cheer when Israel strikes military targets…and why Persians and Jews have a deeper shared history than most realize.

• Why Shah sees honor and shame as central to understanding Iranian culture
• What it’s like to leave Islam and follow Jesus as a Persian
• The truth about Iran’s Jewish population - and how Persians and Jews once lived side by side
• Why many Iranians support Israel in secret
• How Jesus - not politics - is the only path to true peace in the Middle East

00:00 – Meet Shah Afshar: From Iran to the U.S. 03:00 – Growing up Muslim in a shame-based culture 05:45 – Depression, academic pressure, and thoughts of suicide 08:00 – The hippies who introduced him to Jesus 10:30 – Calling on Jesus without theology - and finding peace 13:15 – Starting the first Iranian Christian church in America 15:00 – What changed after the revolution in Iran 18:30 – Why many Iranians secretly support Israel 21:00 – The cost - and hope - of a Persian uprising 24:00 – Jesus as the only answer to generational hate 26:00 – Persians are not Arabs: cultural and ethnic clarity 29:00 – Are the Jews still God’s chosen people? 32:00 – One new man: Jew and Gentile united in Messiah

To learn more about Shah’s work and story, visit shahzamfactor.com.

For more episodes, teaching, and insights into the Jewish roots of your faith, head to thejewishroad.com.

Be a light. Be a voice. Be a blessing.

The ground is shaking beneath Israel. And most of the world isn’t paying attention.

Fresh off a 17-day trip through the land - along war-torn borders and ancient prophetic fault lines - we return with a warning: something is building.

The people are exhausted. The hostages are still missing. Iran is preparing for war. And while embassies evacuate, the Church scrolls past in silence.

This episode isn’t casual listening. It’s a wake-up call. The stage is being set. And if we’re not watching, praying, and standing with Israel, we’ll miss what God is doing right in front of us.

• Many Israelis aren’t just calling for a ceasefire - they’re simply done.
• There’s a growing sense of urgency around Iran and a potential escalation.
• The church plays a vital role in this unfolding story, whether it realizes it or not.
• Israel needs friends. More specifically, Israel needs the church to be alert and engaged.

00:00 - Back from Israel: Roommates, jetlag, and setting the tone 04:12 - Why this trip was different: Not just places, but people 07:50 - The current state of Israeli life: Between rockets and recreation 11:05 - The war and the hostages: What Israelis are really saying 14:25 - Iran’s rising threat and U.S. response 18:10 - Biblical prophecy, Russia, and where this could all lead 20:30 - A call to the church: Wake up, pay attention, and stand with Israel

Stay connected with The Jewish Road as we continue to share firsthand accounts, prophetic insights, and biblical context from Israel. Subscribe to the podcast, share this episode, and don’t forget to pray for the peace of Jerusalem.

Joseph was thrown into a pit. Sold into slavery. Locked in prison. But God had a plan - a plan bigger than anyone could see. A plan that would save his people.

Sound familiar?

Joseph isn’t just a historical figure - he’s a foreshadowing of the Messiah.

From his betrayal by his own brothers to his rise to power in Egypt, every detail points to something greater. His story echoes through time - straight to the life, death, and resurrection of Yeshua.

But here’s the real question: Why didn’t his brothers recognize him? And why don’t so many Jewish people recognize Jesus today?

In this episode, we uncover the hidden layers in Joseph’s story and how they connect to Israel’s ultimate redemption.

If you’ve ever wondered why the Jewishness of Jesus matters, this one’s for you.

• Joseph & Jesus - The Parallels Are Uncanny. Betrayal, suffering, redemption - it’s all there.
• Why Didn’t His Brothers Recognize Him? And what does that reveal about Israel today?
• God’s Plan Was Bigger Than They Knew. What they meant for evil, God meant for good.
• The Exodus is Coming. Not just in ancient Egypt - there’s another one on the horizon.

[00:05] - Welcome to The Jewish Road Podcast [02:15] - Joseph’s Story: More Than Just a Coat of Many Colors [08:42] - The Parallels Between Joseph and Jesus - Foreshadowing the Messiah [14:30] - Why Didn’t His Brothers Recognize Him? A Clue for Today [19:20] - The Hidden Exodus Prophecy in Joseph’s Last Words [24:15] - How This Changes Everything - Seeing the Story Through Jewish Eyes [30:55] - Call to Action: What If There’s More to the Story?

This isn’t just history - it’s prophecy in motion. Are you seeing the full picture?

Start watching the Joseph video series at TheJewishRoad.com/Joseph and prepare for what’s next.

Silence has never stopped evil - it only fuels it.

We've seen it before. Nazi Germany. 9/11. Tehran, 1979.

And now, once again, the world is looking away. As thousands are slaughtered in Syria, as anti-Semitism spreads like wildfire, and as Israel faces existential threats, the silence is deafening.

In this episode, we unpack the ancient and modern battle against the Jewish people - and why the story of Esther, Mordecai, and Purim is more relevant than ever.

The enemy’s tactics haven’t changed. Neither has the need for bold voices to rise up.

Esther had a choice: speak up or stay silent. You have the same choice today.

• Silence feeds evil. History shows that when the world stays quiet, the worst atrocities unfold.
• Israel is under attack - again. The enemies of the Jewish people are always calling for annihilation, and today is no different.
• The Book of Esther is about courage. God’s name is hidden, but His hand is clear - just like today.
• Evil always overplays its hand. Haman thought he had won - until the tables turned.
• This is your Esther moment. Will you speak out, or will you look away?

• [00:05] - Welcome to The Jewish Road Podcast
• [01:15] - Syria in Flames - And No One Is Talking About It
• [06:42] - The Media’s Silence and the Rise of Anti-Semitism
• [11:30] - History Repeats: The Enemies of Israel Have the Same Goal
• [14:20] - The Story of Purim - A Battle Against Annihilation
• [19:15] - Esther, Mordecai, and the Power of Speaking Up
• [25:48] - The Chilling Words of Martin Niemöller - Why Silence Is Never Neutral
• [30:55] - The Biblical Chiasm in Esther - God's Hidden Hand
• [37:10] - Yarden Bebas’ Bold Stand in Gaza - “I Was Born a Jew, I Will Die a Jew”
• [41:25] - The Call to Action - Will You Be Silent, or Will You Speak?

This is no time for silence. The battle against the Jewish people is ancient, but the call remains the same: who will stand?

• Learn more and stay engaged. Visit TheJewishRoad.com for resources, events, and ways to get involved.
• Speak out. Share this episode. Tell the truth. Push back against the lies.
• Pray for the peace of Jerusalem. Evil thrives when good people do nothing. This is your time.

Because if we don’t speak now, who will?