King Josiah - Part 4

Israel had become a nation, and so when I got to come over here and see how strategic it really was, that really made things explode in my mind. So what was your first impression of Israel? What sites here really brought it home to you that how godly this place was? Well, this was in March, March 5th, 1971. My first impression of Israel completely blew all the things I thought about it, because the first time I saw Jerusalem, it was snowing. And they happened to have a heavy snow all over Europe, and it was snowing here. And so when I first saw Jerusalem, it was covered with snow, and that wasn't quite what I had pictured, you know. But I'll never forget the first time, right away we went to the Mount of Olives and looked over the Temple Mount, and that left a forever impression on me. I mean, to look down at that 35 acres and know that that was the most strategic, most contested place on earth, to know what prophecy said was going to happen in the future, to get to see how Israel miraculously had won the 67 war, and how they were hanging in here by their fingernails, but miraculously saved every time, that had a tremendous impression. That's how it is. He's always good and good to listen to, and very informative, and always available to us. I so appreciate that. I've known him 35 years, and he's never said no. And, you know, Israel, as I said, it looks like they've lost their Bible. Don't lose your Bible. You're going to meet this man, King Shosiah. He may ask you, where's your Bible? Well, it ought to be in your hand, I suppose. But anyway, they're not somewhere in the basement of your house where you're only going to find it when you remodel something. That's what I've done from the beginning of the ministry. Bible, Bible, Bible. I don't care what church you're going to, where you pray, or what do you think of this or that doctrine, but I do care that you've read the Word of God, and heard it with us, and heard it other places. If it were my brothers, I wouldn't have a church without a Bible, but you keep yours handy. And go to Israel, for heaven's sake. I tell you again, it's the most important thing that you can do. And as you go, Sha'alu Shalom Yerushalayim. Pray for the peace of Jerusalem. Our offer on this program, two books written by Zola Levitt. The Bible Jesus Read is an entertaining and thorough tour of the Old Testament. A readable study that is relevant to all who want to understand the beginning of God's plan, and the roots of the church on earth. Once Through the New Testament is a most readable and clear survey of the New Testament. The theology is understandable and treated with thoroughness. The Bible Jesus Read and Once Through the New Testament. And you may also call toll-free for our colorful monthly newsletter, The Levitt Letter. This free publication includes Bible lessons, insightful news commentary, Hebrew lessons, and personal notes from Zola. Call 1-800-WONDERS. That's 1-800-966-3377. Or write to Zola, Box 12268, Dallas, Texas 75225. You can also see our Levitt Letters, TV programs, and national airing schedule at www.levitt.com. Please remember, Zola Levitt Ministries depends on tax-deductible donations from viewers like you. Music This has been a paid program brought to you by Zola Levitt Ministries.