#1 Amazon Best Seller! "Back To Jerusalem" by Steve Martin

 

DEDICATION

For 24 years (1987-2010), I worked with four international Christian ministries, served on several church and ministry boards spanning 33 years, and prayed a long time before starting Love For His People ministry in 2010, with my good wife of 48 years (and counting), Laura Jean Martin (aka Laurie).

 

Steve and Laurie Martin, December 2025, near Abu Ghosh, just west of Jerusalem.

When we took three months, the last part of 2025, from October to December, with a few weeks in January 2026, to serve in Jerusalem, Israel, it was an incredible time. I call it a “deployment” and expect many more in the future.

Christian Friends of Israel, founded in 1985 and located in the heart of Jerusalem, with over 20 worldwide representatives and offices, was our landing place. Lord, Lord! Thank You, Lord!

With the current personnel of 30, drawn from many nations and continents, we have immediate friends and support. Loving the Lord’s people, the Jews, the Christian Arabs, Druze, and more, supporting the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), assisting new olim (Jews making aliyah), Holocaust survivors being cared for, future brides with little funds having their entire wedding party fitted and ready as needed…the list goes on and on.

 

CFI staff and representatives worldwide.

November 2025 in Jerusalem.

If I were ever to recommend an international ministry to love and support, Christian Friends of Israel is undoubtedly at the top of my list! With that said, I dedicate this book to you, our many friends and fellow servants at CFI Jerusalem and worldwide.

Steve Martin

Jan. 17, 2026

Charlotte, North Carolina, USA

 

INTRODUCTION

                               

From Oct. 16, 2025, to Jan. 12, 2026, my good wife Laurie (48 years of marriage and counting) and I had the most incredible time in Jerusalem and many parts of Israel. We had come to serve with Christian Friends of Israel Jerusalem, as needed.

As I sit on the back veranda of the apartment they provided for us, I watch the sun rise over the southeast as another of His glorious days begins. My heart is full of the love of Yeshua (Jesus) for this, His chosen city, His chosen Land, and His chosen people, the Jews.

We came to bring comfort to His people coming out from a heartbreaking war on the eight fronts the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) were fighting, after the horrendous, murderous, home destruction years since October 7, 2023. The Israelis had been fighting for their lives, their families, their land promised to them by the Living God of Israel. We hoped to bring His love to them as Christians, standing on His Word.

God the Father did not fail them. In so many miraculous ways, He protected them, united them, and caused them to cry out to Him for His salvation.

Over 1200 Jewish civilians were lost that day. Over 1000 young men, women, and reserves have since been lost, destroyed by the enemy who seems never to go away.

“We just want peace,” is the cry of our friends’ hearts here in Jerusalem and the surrounding hills.

But, when the Messiah Yeshua returns to this very city, Jerusalem, they will know Him as their Peace King, their Shalom Most High.

 

Come Jesus! Bo Yeshua!

As that time of His return quickly approaches, we joined with several hundred Christians, coming fromthe nations, to comfort, stand in support, and let the love of the Father work through us for them.

In this, my 40^th book, written during my 30^th trip to Israel since the late 1990s, I share some of my stories. Some chapters are in the “present tense” because I wrote them at the time they occurred.

Many Jews are returning to their Land now, as prophesied centuries ago by Ezekiel, Jeremiah, Isaiah, and Yeshua Himself. Christians are going to Israel to comfort and support them in their return.

And then Jesus (Yeshua) will return as the King of kings and Lord of lords.

I desire that the Lord Himself will touch your heart, and you, too, will join Him in this glorious work, to see His salvation come to the Jews and Arabs of Israel.

Ahava and shalom,

Steve Martin, Love For His People

Jerusalem, Israel, Jan. 7, 2026

 

My hand on the Western Wall (Kotel) in Jerusalem.

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Prayer for Soldiers Song 🎶 Am Israel Chai | Israeli IDF Blessing of Hope & Inspiration | עם ישראל חי

 

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Inspiration From the Moon ✡ "Hashem Made Two Great Lights" - Israel365

Lessons from the Lights in the Sky "Hashem made the two great lights, the greater light to dominate the day and the lesser light to dominate the night, and the stars." (Genesis 1:16, The Israel Bible™) “וַיַּעַשׂ אֱלֹהִים אֶת־שְׁנֵי הַמְּאֹרֹת הַגְּדֹלִים אֶת־הַמָּאוֹר הַגָּדֹל לְמֶמְשֶׁלֶת הַיּוֹם וְאֶת־הַמָּאוֹר הַקָּטֹן לְמֶמְשֶׁלֶת הַלַּיְלָה וְאֵת הַכּוֹכָבִים׃” (בראשית א:טז) On the fourth day of creation, Hashem (God) created the great luminaries of the sky. The sun and moon not only fill essential roles in the sustainability of the universe, they also impart valuable life lessons. The sun is a constant source of light and energy. Everyday the same fiery ball rises in the sky. The character of the moon however, is very different. The moon’s appearance constantly changes throughout the month. At some points, the moon is full, round and luminous. At other points, it appears as a tiny, fading, silver crescent. Even when the moon seems to have completely disappeared from the sky, it is not long before it reappears in all of its glory. It is very fitting that the Jewish calendar, holidays and festivals are based on the lunar calendar. The moon symbolizes the Jewish people; even in times of trial, tribulation and darkness, the Jewish people maintain their faith in Hashem and are ultimately always restored to their original glory. Study the full chapter of Genesis 1 >> Shiloh Israel Children's Fund The Shiloh Israel Children's Fund heals the trauma of terrorism in the lives of innocent children who have lost loved ones or witnessed the horror of terrorism first-hand. Help heal the children of the Biblical Heartland>> Shiloh Israel Children's Fund Crowdfunding Campaign With your help, the souls of terrorized children can be healed through Shiloh Israel Children's Fund's innovative therapies. All donations will be matched to double your impact. Donate now!>> Ongoing Trauma in Victims of Terror When a terror attack is reported by the media, the story generally focuses on the number of casualties, while the psychological trauma to individuals and communities who experience terror goes undiscussed. Read more >> If you enjoy your Israel365 daily email newsletter, please consider: DONATING to one of our causes BUYING PRODUCTS from our store STUDYING about the Land and the People of Israel Our Israel365 Store Customers "Todah Rabbah" to Amy C. from the USA; James F. from the USA; Lila D. from the US SHOP OUR STORE>> Our Latest Tree Donors "Todah Rabbah" to Marvin W.; Felicity G.; Rita P. PLANT OLIVE TREES>> Our Holocaust Campaign Donors "Todah Rabbah" to Marianne C.; Sherrice B.; Lois S. DONATE TO HOLOCAUST SURVIVORS>> Featured photo by photographer Boruch Len.

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"Inspirational Thrive Moments | What's Your Capacity?"

So the things that you're called to do, you could do them when you're the most tired... you could do them when you have no capacity for all kinds of other things... so the capacity for the things you're called to, it's way different, it's outside the bounds of normal!

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His focus on having a genuine relationship with God, creativity through entertainment & social justice have brought him around the world to meet with churches, CEO's, entertainers, and world leaders. Shawn is also the founding pastor of Expression58 Christian Ministries, a ministry focused on the entertainment industry and the poor in Los Angeles. 

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FREE Inspiration Right Here ✡ "God Had Stirred to Go Up" - ISRAEL365

Then rose up the heads of fathers’ houses of Yehuda and Binyamin, and the Kohanim, and the Leviim, even all whose spirit God had stirred to go up to build the house of Hashem which is in Yerushalayim. Ezra 1:5 (The Israel Bible™)   וַיָּקוּמוּ רָאשֵׁי הָאָבוֹת לִיהוּדָה וּבִנְיָמִן וְהַכֹּהֲנִים וְהַלְוִיִּם לְכֹל הֵעִיר הָאֱלֹהִים אֶת רוּחוֹ לַעֲלוֹת לִבְנוֹת אֶת בֵּית יְ-הוָה אֲשֶׁר בִּירוּשָׁלִָם עזרא א:ה va-ya-ku-mu ra-shay ha-a-vot lee-hu-da u-vin-ya-meen v'-ha-ko-ha-neem v'-ha-l'-vee-eem l'-khol ha-eer ha-e-lo-heem et ru-kho la-a-lot liv-not et bayt a-do-nai a-sher bee-ru-sha-la-yeem

Jerusalem Inspiration The book of Ezra-Nehemiah is dedicated to the rejuvenation of the Land of Israel, the people of Israel, and the Torah laws through a series of  reforms.  Ezra implemented spiritual reforms to combat assimilation and promote Jewish education, while Nehemiah’s focus was more pragmatic, concentrating on physically reestablishing Jewish communities and re-fortifying Jerusalem.  Both were essential for the survival of the nation.  As Israel’s first modern Chief Rabbi, Rabbi Abraham Isaac Kook commented, even the most mundane tasks like plowing a field or building a home, if performed in Israel, constitute a fulfillment of the word of God.  What does the first Biblical return to Israel teach us about the resettling of Modern Israel? Find answers in The Israel Bible! Sign up for any reading plan and receive an inspirational eBook, all for FREE. Inspiration from Israel and The Israel BIble, get it now » A Secret Map Shows Location of King Solomon's Hidden Vessels This astounding video reveals secret clues to the location of the hidden Temple vessels. Includes a unique message from the Prime Minister of Israel!   Watch here » 'Brexit' Makes Waves 'Brexit' has created financial waves across the world. The repercussions for Israel have yet to be seen.   Read more » Jerusalem Daily Photo The people of Israel, building cities on the blossoming soil of the holy land, all captured here by Danny Yanai. The words of the prophets fulfilled! See more photos by Danny Yanai » Thank You Today's Scenes and Inspiration is sponsored by Sharon Calhoun of Raeford, North Carolina. Todah rabah! Sponsor a day and receive a free devotional book » “Enjoying Your Word From Jerusalem” 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 » I have been enjoying your word from Jerusalem.  My study in the WORD of GOD leads me more towards wanting to visit Jerusalem.  I stand firm and strong in support of saving Israel.  Thank you for sharing.  Jan Miller fron Anderson, South Carolina, USA Blessing from Jerusalem, Rabbi Tuly Weisz RabbiTuly@Israel365.com

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