Thursday, June 11, 2020

Black Lives & Jewish matters Arrows from Zion 6/11/2020

Regardless of what you may be hearing the United States of America is not a population of racists operating its institutions in systemic racism. That is a lie from the pit of hell.  We are a force for good in the world, not this hell we see unleashed against us. Americans thank you for your prayers for our country right now and I thank you.
I still fervently believe in the USA.


"America, America, God shed His grace on thee
And crown thy good with brotherhood From sea to shining sea"

Avner Boskey has written an impressive and documented overview of racism in America called A time to be silent, a time to speak which deserves to be read and studied for anyone concerned about the issue that set America on fire. He writes of it, "There is insight to be gained through examining specific developments over the past hundred or so years which have contributed to the present situation. It is not light reading. The conclusions here call for much thought and prayer. Take the time to chew on this newsletter. We are living in significant days."

I am highlighting the section of it that documents on how antisemitism is an element of Black Lives Matter. This should concern all Jews many of whom  have been reluctant to believe the greatest threat in the US to Jews has been coming from Leftist activist groups. I know how reluctant Jews in the US and Israel, believers and not yet believers are, because I have been writing about it for several years but few have had ears to hear it.
    * Avner's documenting links are not provided below for space saving considerations, but can be found live on Avner's full article at David's Tent website

Black Lives and Jewish matters  
 
On August 2, 2016 ‘A Vision for Black Lives’ was released August 2, 2016 by The Movement for Black Lives, an umbrella group of more than 50 organizations, including the Black Lives Matter Network, the Black Liberation Collective, and the Center for Constitutional Rights. In the ‘Invest/Divest’ section of “A Vision for Black Lives,” classic anti-Semitic and anti-Zionist declarations were made. Since then the pertinent paragraphs on Israel been scrubbed from official internet websites, though they are still found in many secondary locations. The ‘A Vision for Black Lives’ platform statement includes a link to a website promoting the movement to boycott, divest and sanction Israel (BDS):

“The US justifies and advances the global war on terror via its alliance with Israel and is complicit in the genocide taking place against the Palestinian people . . .  Israel is an apartheid state . . .  [BLM supporters should] build invest/divestment campaigns that ends US Aid to Israel’s military industrial complex.”

    In recently distributed BLM flyers there are calls for boycott of Israel which have historical echoes of Nazi times

The ‘Invest/Divest’ section of “A Vision for Black Lives,” was co-authored by Ben Ndugga-Kabuye and Rachel Gilmer. Rachel has an African-American father and a Jewish mother. A former member of Zionist youth group Young Judaea, She no longer identifies as Jewish and is an anti-Israel activist. She is the chief of strategy for Dream Defenders, a black community organizing group based in Florida.

Dream Defenders released an August 12 statement accusing pro-Israel critics of the new ‘Invest/Divest’ plank of the platform of being “wolves in sheep’s clothing” for supporting the Black Lives Matter movement only as long as it supports Israel. It asserted that Israel committed genocide during its 1948 War of Independence. Fighting Israeli “apartheid,” the statement said, is inseparable from fighting racism in America. It called on its allies to join the BDS campaign:

    “Some Zionist organizations have condemned the platform . . . going so far as to label some in the BLM movement anti-semitic. Their response has made it all the more clear why we stand in solidarity with Palestine and with Black and Brown people around the world fighting for justice . . . It is convenient to endorse black lives matter when it benefits you. And as long as we stay silent about Israeli apartheid, they will ‘stand’ with Black liberation in the US. Now that our movement has taken a stand against all forms of white supremacy and oppression, Black lives no longer matter . . . For those who no longer stand with Black people because of this belief, goodbye. We do not need nor want you in our movement . . . This is why the Dream Defenders . . .  fight for the liberation of Palestine . . . What is happening in Palestine is a genocide and we will not allow anyone to bully us into sanitizing our words”

Jewish Voice for Peace is a leftist advocacy group which supports boycott, divesting and sanctions against Israel. On August 5, 2016 JVP released a statement unconditionally supporting the newly released platform of the Black Lives Matter movement: JVP “endorses the Movement for Black Lives platform in its entirety, without reservation.” Regarding the genocide accusation, JVP responded that “it is not our role to police the language of the ‘Vision for Black Lives’”

A long and winding road | If you are interested in understanding in greater detail how anti-Semitic and anti-Israel positions have infiltrated the Black Power and Black Lives Matter movements, here are four instructive articles:
   
Cultivating anti-Semitism | If you are interested in understanding in greater detail how Palestinian terror groups have cultivated Black movements with one of their goals being the release of anti-Israel statements and declarations, here are four instructive articles:

The Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. threw a spotlight on the underlying motives of these attitudes and statements when he noted, “When people criticize Zionists, they mean Jews, you are talking anti-Semitism”

Black opposition to the BLM declaration | Here are two articles revealing opposition within the African American community to anti-Semitic statements coming out of the Black Lives Matter movement: “Churches split over Black Lives Matter’s criticism of Israel” and "Activist says historical black struggle hijacked after Black Lives Matter activists endorse BDS"

Other opposition to the BLM declaration | Alan Morton Dershowitz is an American lawyer, a scholar of United States constitutional law and criminal law and a noted civil libertarian. His response to anti-Semitism within BLM minces no words:

    To give Black Lives Matter a pass on its anti-Jewish bigotry would be to engage in racism. Black anti-Semitism is as inexcusable as white anti-Semitism or white racism. There can be no double standard when it comes to bigotry . . . Black Lives Matter should rescind the portions of the platform that falsely accuse Israel of genocide and apartheid. If it does not, it risks ending in the dustbin of history, along with other discredited bigoted groups.

Earl Bowen Jr., PhD, an African American associate rabbi at Congregation Temple Beth El in Philadelphia, states clearly: “BLM statements are anti-Semitic not only because they are false and modern versions of tradition anti-Semitic blood libel, but also because BLM selectively chooses the Jewish state out of all the states in the world to demonize”

Gary Gambill presents a history-based warning for us and for BLM as to how the Boycott movement against Israel (BDS) ends up imploding just about every movement it touches

Co-opting George Floyd for Palestinian terror | Russian communists came up with an important phrase – ‘agitprop’. This term refers to political propaganda when spread to the general public through popular media. George Floyd has recently become the theme of street murals worldwide

Palestinian anti-Israel propaganda has specifically co-opted the murder of George Floyd and turned it into agitprop against the Jewish state of Israel. Huge murals of Floyd surrounded by PLO-associated flags and keffiyeh headdress with a backdrop of Israel’s anti-terror wall/fences

Mark Ayash, Associate Professor of Sociology and Director of the Peace Studies Initiative at Mount Royal University, Calgary, ties these propaganda efforts all together:

    This is why the image of Mr. Floyd’s face can make sense within the symbols of the Palestinian struggle. Both black and Palestinian bodies have been rendered bare, opened up for the unleashing of unbound violence that holds no consequence for the perpetrators and oppressors. In the inhuman condition in which the state has thrown them, both black and Palestinian bodies reach into a raw kind of justice that gives us direction and purpose, because it springs from within us to guide us. Not liberalism, not a reformed police system, and certainly not the racist settler-colonial and imperial state can aid or productively participate in this task

An encouraging response to these false narratives is found in the work of African American Joshua Washington and his Institute for Black Solidarity with Israel

Never let a good crisis go to waste | Sir Winston Churchill, UK Prime Minister during WWII, said “Never let a good crisis go to waste” towards the end of World War II as he considered the prospective alliance between the UK, the U.S.S.R, and the USA (which led to the formation of the U.N.). The quote was later adopted by Saul Alinsky in his 1971 book ‘Rules for Radicals.’  Rahm Emanuel, former advisor to President Obama and later Mayor of Chicago, modified and re-used the same quote. The quote is meant to encourage activists who have political strategies to always be on the lookout for helpful breakthroughs.

The Black Power movement and its offspring Black Lives Matter have a multifaceted agenda. A lot of people are not aware of some of these facets. People for the most part are also not tracking about how the agendas of leftist anarchists (who crashed the latest round of protests) can derail an entire group by moving them solidly onto the violent side of the street.

Some of BLM’s goals (if carried out) would lead to tragically destructive fallout for America. Yet at the same time, some of BLM’s grievances are all too real.

The solutions to real problems are not to be found in failed Marxist revolutionary methods – disastrous strategies including the crippling of government police forces and the forced redistribution of wealth. Another point: the cultic and threatening demands to Whites ‘to kneel before Blacks or be considered the enemy’ are spiritually bogus and have the potential to catalyze socio-racial conflict on a much greater scale.  A lot of ‘politically correct’ propaganda is circulating using fuzzy yet dogmatic buzzwords like ‘white privilege,’ ‘white fragility,’ ‘systematic police brutality’ and ‘American systematic racism.’ Many of these claims are overstated and under-substantiated. These are false narratives intended to paralyze Americans and to weaken productive discussion. America’s talking points at this time of crisis should not be those established and guided by the ghosts of Malcolm X, Brother Stokely and the Panthers.

For those who love America and what it could yet be in the sight of God, it’s time to take the knee – in prayer. How should we then pray?
     Pray for a revelation of God’s justice, love and forgiveness for America. Pray for a revelation about individual, ethnic and national sin to be granted to many. Pray for razor-sharp discernment to be granted especially to believers about hidden strategies in the movements discussed here. Pray for divine strategies to be birthed in the hearts of many Americans on how bring repentance, healing and hope across the board

Avner & Rachel Boskey live in Beer Sheva. Their ministry is David’s Tent
Reach them at psalm67@netvision.net.il  | Donations: Final Frontier Ministries Box 121971 Nashville TN 37212-1971 USA | Also via PayPal: www.davidstent.org

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Israel Pochter of Beit Hallel share this video and article devotional, plus read Elana's Healing Testimony. Here is more about the ministry vision Scenic Israeli Farmlands and  a Unique Opportunity and how you can be a part of this innovative two-edged humanitarian blessing.

Pochtar's Ashdod ministry also looks at What does it feel like to be a young believer in Israel? Maybe you have never thought about it but young people in Israel often are the only believer in their school.  That's isolation! Read more here
& go here to read Sasha and Tanya's testimony. Plus watch the VIDEO as Pastor Israel talks about how their Youth discipleship Summer Camp will impact lives.

From the Kehila News site here are just a few articles and videos that will interest you:  New Messianic women’s shelter opens in Beersheva.
While most of the country was reducing its services or shutting its doors entirely due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Aviv Ministry was able to expand its women’s shelter into a more spacious facility in Beersheva and is already welcoming new residents. | VIDEO Praises Of Israel - Kumi Ori (Arise Shine) a Live worship concert from Jerusalem | Simcha Natan VIDEO The Stripped Whole Podcast – The Fire and the Price. And A Vision: Government Glory and the Restraining of Evil | Rick Ridings, Succat Hallel

Chuck Cohen sends his Friday Prayer Points 6/5/2020 from which I am pulling to USA-oriented items. (I appreciate that Israelis understand that what happens in the USA does have ripple effect, & especially on Israel. Cohen quotes from the Wisdom of the Fathers, "Pray for the welfare of the government; if not for the fear thereof men would swallow each other alive." Is this what we are seeing as anarchy explodes in the streets of American and other nations? If so, might the Church be at least partly at fault for refusing to talk about – or worse, pray about – politics? See 1 Tim. 2:1-2.

Also on The spirit of anarchy: Seeing what is happening in America this past week, this spirit is now prowling its streets and spreading to other nations. While this may not be directly from God, He is allowing it for whatever His reasons are. We need His wisdom to know how to pray about it! Lord, as You are a God of peace and not confusion (1 Cor. 14:33), why has this been released now? Abba, have mercy on all the innocent people worldwide – protecting them from the destructive forces of anarchy which are basically running unchecked (Psa. 55:9-11).

Revive Israel sends this from Guy Cohen who leads the Acco Harvest of Asher writes Corona Comparisons, Plagues and Priests. Plus links to 2 of the Praise, Prayer, Prophecy and Preaching broadcasts from Revive Israel on 6/5 and 6/9. They write, " We live in unprecedented times. Amidst the worldwide crisis of the Covid19 pandemic, a historic global Passover–Last Supper–Communion was hosted by an Egyptian and Messianic Jew, a landmark launching the Body of Messiah into a new era. Download free here. | Strengthen the work of Revive Israel | Evangelism. Discipleship. Congregations. Humanitarian Aid. Partner with us.

In a 5/27 prayer letter from Maoz Ministries they give prayer pointers regarding the opening of PM Netanyahu's trial — "the first time a Prime Minister will simultaneously be leading the nation and defending himself against it. This case will drag on for months and the people who will be chosen to decide what the truth is need our prayers. It's a precarious position to be in, but it also highlights three things: 1. Unlike other nations where connections of powerful people run so deep it is virtually impossible to convict them, Israel has no problem sending its highest leaders to prison. 2. Many Israelis do not believe the charges and voted for Bibi in this past election even though he had already been indicted (though others who voted against him are livid that an indicted man should even be allowed to run a new govt). 3. Regardless of who is actually guilty of the corruption (Bibi or his accusers), this court case and repeated inconclusive elections demonstrate that Israel's government is lacking in clear leadership as well as integrity."

They also write "Concerning Justice | It's one thing to watch two powerful entities go head to head in court with the best lawyers money can buy. It's quite another to imagine what it must be like for people without deep pockets who have been treated unjustly. Though the term justice has become a catchphrase for political causes and applied to whole sects of society, I am referencing the traditional definition where one party directly and deliberately wrongs another party – and refuses to make amends. This behavior grieves the Lord and has caused Him to been known to evoke judgment on whole communities. Perhaps the worst thing about injustice against those who cannot defend themselves is not that the courts rule against them, but rather than their grievances are never heard at all."

From Chaim Malespin at the Alilyah Return Center, learn about their VERTICAL Galilee House of Prayer Vision. With VERTICAL, we are not just trying to build a physical worship house, but a global community space to worship, pray, and join together for Israel. Visit our new site to find out how you can: PRAY - how to pray for Israel  | GIVE - help us finish our construction | SERVE - come do a prayer or worship shift with us | Click to visit our new website and download our beautiful prayer guide - a gift to you as a thank you for all of your support!  Send for a free prayer guide.

Ron Cantor of Messiah's Mandate sends A Prophetic Word for America . Just today he also sends
a new update on the Shelanu situation 6/11 " This week I had a meeting with one of the top press officals in Israel. He gave me some great advice regarding Shelanu TV (our Hebrew-speaking cable channel). I was amazed, after everything we have been through, at how friendly he was. In addition, we are creating more and more content in Hebrew. Please stand with us as we seek to raise $48,000 for staff and equipment. This is a new day for sharing a Jewish message with the Jewish people about a Jewish man! Thank you for your sustaining prayers!"

In an earlier email
Ron wrote, "I wanted to give you an update on Shelanu-TV. Thank God, we are still on the air! But that is because we have never heard back yet from the cable regulatory council. It has been ten days and they could have (illegally) shut us down the next day.  VIDEO Update on Shelanu TV "Also this VIDEO Can You Be Jewish and Believe in Jesus |

From Tiberias, the Peniel Fellowship, Daniel and Shirya Yahav write about how the congregations has been keeping together and overcoming the limitations during these months of Corona virus lockdowns and cancellations - including one wedding that finally came off after having to make many changes. But overall, the blessing was on their new YouTube channel to keep everyone connected (you can see the messages at their website.  Daniel was mobilized for IDF service which gave him some great opportunities to interact with people  they usually don't come into contact with as he was responsible for their village and a Circassian village nearby to help with making sure no one was without food or medications or other basic needs. It proved to be an opportunity to be a witness in some communities that might otherwise have been hostile based on his faith (a well known fact in their village!).

They ask for prayers "for the believing soldiers who serve their army duty, for protection, guidance, strength and courage. A week ago a family relative of one of the believing families in our congregation, who is a soldier, was injured in a terror attack while on duty. These attacks against soldiers have been increasing in the last several weeks. He was in intensive care and lost one of his legs, but has now come out of life danger. Also another young man of this family was lately diagnose with cancer. Our prayer is that this whole clan would come to faith and find eternal life."

Guy Cohen writes, " So how do we as believers live in a world where many are of a self-serving mindset, with a heart turned far from God? What is our role as a follower of Yeshua living within a society filled with pain and corruption? We are called to love our enemies and to pray for them and it's not always easy."  It is a short message called In the Eye of the Storm and you can find it along with other of Guy's messages on his Facebook page. He also writes, "I want to take this opportunity to say to our friends and partners from the United States that our hearts are with you during this time of conflict.  I encourage you not to look at what is happening around you with your physical eyes but to turn your eyes and your heart to Yeshua and He will carry you and your loved ones through the storm."

Things are moving along for Cody and Liat Archer who found that apartment in the central Golan Heights that they hoped to find and moving day is coming up July 1. They send a Short VIDEO about the area and say, " There is still much to happen over the next month and we would appreciate your continued prayers and support! Thank you so much for standing with us during this transition!"

Urgent HEALING Needs: Life and Death is in the power of the tongue
Please keep in prayer these Israeli ministry leaders and believers with urgent health needs
 
URGENT PRAYER NEED A prayer request for Naomi, for a dear family that is a part of Israel Pochtar's pastoral team, who was diagnosed recently with colon cancer. "Despite what this battle entails, we are confident in God’s unfailing Word and promises." Read in her own words, as she has been prepared for chemotherapy which will begin next Monday. | Ronit Bender whose cardiologist told her that her irregular heartbeat is SEVERE, and is suggesting further tests. Please intercede for Ronit: No weapon formed against her shall prosper! | Olga Bikas severe back pain has kept her in "quarantine" for the past 4 years or so! Please pray for God to do a miracle of healing for Olga. | Please pray for Rachel Netanel's brother who is recovering | Please continue to pray for Jacob Damkani for the LORD's mercies over Jacob and his dear wife, Elisheva  | Continue please to pray for Ruth Nessim Critical prayer need she is losing sight! Prayers for a miracle for Ruth.| Pray for Rania Sayegh who asks for prayer of restoration of strength, energy, and complete healing.



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