"You Shall Not Be Afraid" ✡ God Is With the Armies of Israel

When you go out to battle against your enemies, and see horses, and chariots, and see an army larger than your own, you shall not be afraid of them, for the Lord your God is with you, who brought you up out of the land of Egypt. DEUTERONOMY (20:1)   כִּי-תֵצֵא לַמִּלְחָמָה עַל-אֹיְבֶךָ וְרָאִיתָ סוּס וָרֶכֶב עַם רַב מִמְּךָ--לֹא תִירָא מֵהֶם  כִּי-יְהוָה אֱלֹהֶיךָ עִמָּךְ הַמַּעַלְךָ מֵאֶרֶץ מִצְרָיִם דְּבָרִים כ:א kee-teh-tzeh la'-meel-kha-mah al-oy-veh-kha v'-ra-ee-tah soos va'-reh-khev ahm rav mee-meh-kha lo tee-rah meh-hem kee ah-do-nay eh-lo-heh-kha ee-makh ha'-ma-ah-lee-kha meh'-eh-retz mee-tzrah-yeem

Jerusalem Inspiration The book of Deuteronomy opens with a speech by a high priest, or kohen, and that of the officers. The kohen, a military figure whom sages call "the kohen anointed for war", aims to rouse the courage of the soldiers and strengthen their faith in the Lord in order to ensure that they are brave and fearless in battle. Despite strong odds against the Israelite armies - their enemies have a larger army, horses and chariots - complete faith in their covenant with God, solidified by the recent miracle of the exodus from Egypt, will make them victorious in the field. Similarly, the IDF, today's "Israelite" army, is strengthened by the knowledge that the State of Israel was established with miraculous feats of military prowess despite its youth and inexperience. The IDF has quickly grown into one of the most advanced and effective armies in the world, proving that God is indeed still with us!   Support the soldiers defending God's chosen land » Air, Land & Sea: What Happens When You Combine All Three? The IDF navy, infantry and air force cadets learn from one another in a unique tri-force encounter held at the Naval Academy last week. Watch now » Israel Prepares for First Auspicious Rainfall of the Season Just as Jews around the world began praying for the blessing of rain in Israelon Monday, prayers are already being answered as forecasters predict the first rainfall of the season will fall across Israelon Tuesday Read more » Arise and Ascend: A Guide to the Temple Mount "Arise and Ascend" is designed to be a practical guide for visitors as they tour the Temple Mount and nearby points of interest, providing historical background and insight into the present situation on the controversial site. The book, produced by noted Temple Mount rights advocate and scholar Rabbi Yehudah Glick and available exclusively on Israel365, is a one-of-a-kind glimpse into Judaism's holiest place. Get this Great Deal » Jerusalem Daily Photo This stunning photo of a soldier in the field was taken by Itamar Hassan.   See more photos by Itamar Hassan » Yesterday's Photo Trivia That's right! Boruch Len's photo was taken at the Jerusalem Botanical Gardens. Thank You Today's Scenes and Inspiration is sponsored by Tova Braunstein of South Africa. Todah rabah! Sponsor a day and receive a free devotional book » “Enjoy the Email, Please Continue to Send Them” It’s great to hear from you and make new friends from all over the world. Please send mean email and let me know how you are enjoying Jerusalem365 (don’t forget to say where you are from!).   Stay in Touch »   Israel as a nation is an inspiration to all nations, just as our Lord intended - Ray Gill Thanks  so much.  Standing  with you  and praying.  Enjoy the Email  please  continue to send  them. Love from Michigan,  US- Cheryl Maurice Blessing from Jerusalem, Rabbi Tuly Weisz RabbiTuly@Israel365.com

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