December 7 to mark nationwide candle lighting in solidarity with Israel during Hanukkah
In light of the recent violence against Israel and increasing antisemitism across the United States, one pro-Israel Christian ministry is calling on Christians nationwide to show their support for Israel and the Jewish people. The Friends of Israel Gospel Ministry (FOI) is mobilizing Christians to light a candle in their window at sundown on the first night of Hanukkah, December 7, and keep it lit through sundown on December 15, to honor the Jewish community and to stand in solidarity with Israel during this time of crisis.
“Israel is facing attacks on all sides, and antisemitism is on the rise in America and across the globe. As Christians, we have a biblical mandate to support Israel and the Jewish people,” said Dr. Jim Showers, president of The Friends of Israel Gospel Ministry. “Lighting a candle in your window is a simple act that sends a powerful message of unity, compassion, and hope.”
Humanitarian aid and ongoing support
The Friends of Israel Gospel Ministry has provided humanitarian aid and ongoing support to Israel since 1938. The ministry works to strengthen Christians’ understanding of and support for Israel through education, tours to Israel, volunteer opportunities and providing aid. In times of crisis, the ministry provides emergency supplies and medical care for victims of terror and war.
On the front lines of the fight
“Israel is on the front lines of the fight against terrorism that threatens the Judeo-Christian values we hold dear,” Showers said. “When Israel is under attack, we are all under attack. Christians lighting candles in solidarity with Israel shows the people of Israel that they do not stand alone. It shows the world that Christian support for Israel is unwavering. We stand united against antisemitism.”
As anti-semitism spreads and pro-Palestinian rallies take place on college campuses and other public places, Christians need to unite like never before to show their solidarity with and for the people of Israel. Christians have historically stood with Israel and against an anti-Israel agenda. Believers in Jesus know that their faith is predicated on the faith of Abraham and it’s through the Jewish line that their Messiah came in Jesus.
