What in the world is happening in the Middle East??

Published: Mon, 03/28/16

Who knows but that you have come to your royal position for such a time as this? -Esther 4:14

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Dear ,

A short work week this week, with the holiday of Purim shining its light on all that happens!

This week, we share a lesson of Avi Lipkin, telling us his push-the-envelope thoughts about current events in the Middle East. You will NOT hear things like this ANYWHERE else!

We share with you also the words of our good friends Merv and Merla Watson, this week talking about a special celebration that may or may not catch on. If their experience with the Feast of Tabernacles is any indication, I can tell you what I'm betting on:-)

Bob also weighs in on a Blood Moons- and Purim-related topic gaining traction on the Internet. Read about it here.

Finally, we share some of Gidon's favorite stories about how God intervenes in every step in our lives.

Shalom,

Gidon Ariel and Bob O’Dell
Root Source Founders

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Meet Avi Lipkin!

Avi Lipkin is an outspoken teacher who doesn’t pull punches!

In this lesson Avi Lipkin begins to explain the historical background of Russia's interest in the Middle East in order to help explain its stepped-up involvement in Syria.

Watch video here>>

Merv and Merla - A New Celebration!

Merv and Merla Watson talk about their latest adventure – celebrating Rosh HaShana (the New Year), also called Yom Teruah (the Feast of Trumpets).

Hearing this story for the very first time, Gidon then weighs in on what this might mean.

We are excited to break the news of what happened and to consider together with them the implications of what it means going forward!

Wouldn't you want to be part of such a celebration in Israel?

Watch the Free Video>>

The Blood Moons and the Beatles

There has been some talk this week about a Purim Blood Moon that appeared in the skies last week, on the tail of the recent Blood Moon tetrad that reached its conclusion last Sukkot, ostensibly turning it into a Pentrad, or five lunar eclipses in a row.

Is this for real? Is this last Blood Moons tetrad that we witnessed really a Super Blood Moon, revealing even more than we wrote about in "Israel FIRST!"?

Don't take anyone else's word for it - get the facts for yourself right here!

(And regarding the Fab Four - Yes, there is a connection...)

Read the expose here>>

Gidon's Lighthearted God Stories

At the end of a long week of work, Gidon told Bob a story of something that happened to him in Jerusalem a couple months back.

Bob ran and got the video camera and captured Gidon telling three or four of his favorite stories.

Listen to the story here>>

Our Students Love Us!

Here is another lovely comment by Galen, about Avi Lipkin's lesson "Islam - Return to Mecca - Part Two"

Avi, Thank you! I must say, you have been a most informative teacher. My interest only grows and my curiosity into your future subjects. I have enjoyed every session. What a fascinating piece on the Druze. What a wonderful education and thought provoking content you all are providing. I am just soaking it up and hope to further shape my worldview. I've really enjoyed your teaching and trust you continue. Bless you all in Israel.

- Galen

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Read the comments here>>

Jordan Valley

We are pleased to share this beautiful picture of the Jordan Valley. Photo copyright by Sherwood Burton. daystardawn@outlook.com. Thank you Sherwood for this lovely photo!