Murdering Jews is pure evil. We pray our friends come to Israel. Yeshua wants you here.

Dec. 15, 2026 Jerusalem, Israel

As Hanukkah last night started here in Jerusalem, Israel, and around the world, our hearts grieve for the families of those murdered simply because they are Jews. Evil from the pit of hell again seeks to kill and destroy God’s chosen people.

Yeshua, the Light of the World, is calling out to His people in the nations to come home to the Land. He died that all could live, beginning with His family from which He came to first, the Jews.

He is the Messiah and He is soon coming back to reveal Himself to His people. His love for the Jews has never ended and He will save His people.

Ahava and shalom,

Steve Martin, Love For His People

My home office in Charlotte, North Carolina

“Another God Appointment” by Steve Martin

Another God Appointment

 “God is faithful, through whom you were called into the fellowship of His Son, Yeshua the Messiah our Lord.” (1 Corinthians 1:19, Tree of Life)

 

Knowing of those who have gone before, who have been faithful to the end, are the ones I want to learn from. They are the men and women of our Lord who have finished the race, endured the trials and tribulations, and kept the faith along the way.

Let me repeat. I want to follow in the footsteps of those who have been faithful to the end. They knew the Living God of Israel, Yeshua (Jesus) and believed in His plans and purposes as they walked His ordained walk.

One such man, whom I have often written about in several of my books, was Derek Prince. And then to have now been in his last home on earth before his passing in 2003 at the age of 88, here in Jerusalem, was extraordinary.

This was a God appointed moment.

The 10-member family (8 daughters) of Mark and Ruth, who now occupy the home, were so willing to give Laurie and I a brief tour of Derek’s former place before they were heading out. And how that happened was of itself indeed a God-appointed time.

Laurie and I had ventured out on Nov. 28, 2025, looking for his home address, which I had gotten from the Derek Prince Ministries office in Charlotte, North Carolina before we left in October 2025 for Jerusalem. But once Google Maps took us to the “supposed” location, it did not seem right. This was not what I remembered from the Christian Friends of Israel-USA tour in 2004.

So, we went searching on foot. That is how adventures in the Lord start. One foot at a time, as directed by the Holy Spirit.

As Laurie walked ahead on the street sidewalk (I was preparing photos and videos on my iPhone as I came behind) she was passing directly in front of the new US Embassy, singing Hodu L'adonai (Psalm 136:1-3 by Barry & Batya Segal ‧ 1994) (“thankful to the Lord”in Hebrew).

A car with four occupants slowly passed by and then stopped.

“Are you looking for Derek Prince’s home?”

“Yes!” She answered.

And thus, Mark and his wife Ruth led us a few yards back to the place. Exactly as I had remembered - the outside three story apartment building with the car park next to it. Derek’s last place on earth.

After getting in the small elevator to the third floor, we stepped out and turned left. There, above the #10 door, was a beautiful artwork piece of Jerusalem. And to the left, just above a small ledge, on a mosaic plaque, were the names Ben Haim/Prince.

Of course, I recorded a video as walked through the multiple first floor rooms, but for privacy's sake will not put it on social media. But I am including a few screenshots.

I love how the Lord directs our steps, as we give ourselves to His wonderful work, to be a blessing to others as He has so wonderfully been to us.

And here in israel, where Derek, Ruth, and Lydia chose to live and be buried, in Jerusalem, Israel, we too are doing what our Lord has given us to do.

May you know His ways and walk in them. He has many God-appointed times ahead for you too.

Entry way to Derek Prince’s former residence in Jerusalem, Israel.

Derek Prince’s former bedroom next to his home office.

Our children’s children…Isaiah 59:21

Steve and Laurie Martin family (2015)

“As for Me, this is My covenant with them,” says Adonai: “My Ruach who is on you, and My words that I have put in your mouth, shall not depart from your mouth, or from the mouth of youroffspring, or from the mouth of your children’soffspring,” says Adonai, “from now on and forever.”

(Isaiah 59:21, Tree of Life)

A letter to my Mom. Steve Martin

A photo of Mom from May 2025 in Charlotte, NC that I sent to her on Mother’s Day.

Nov. 24, 2025

Shalom you all.

I wrote this email back to my Mom (Lila Martin, age 90 in Charlotte, North Carolina) after she had written to me on my 71st birthday (Nov. 23, 2025) while I am here in Jerusalem, Israel with my good wife of 48 years, Laurie.

Mom said she had been reading my books, which I am very grateful for. Please read what I wrote in response because it may touch a place in your heart too.

I share her letter so you have a more fuller picture of my response.

Ahava and shalom,

Steve Martin in Jerusalem

P.S. I did do some slight edits to better explain “the back story”.

Mom’s email to me on Nov. 23, 2025.

”Happy 71st 🎈🎂 

Hope you enjoyed your day.

I just finished the 3rd book of yours since you left. (Steve: Laurie and I came to Jerusalem Oct. 16, 2025 for three months service with a Christian ministry.)

I never really could understand what you did to help others (in Israel) as you write on Facebook and take a lot of videos and pictures you post, but never really came to me what you do to help others, until I read your book (my 39th) “Love For His People” this week.

Also some interesting places you visited with the three men, “Ahava Adventures - The Louis Brothers in Israel” (2018). I had not been there so was interesting to me.

“Ahava Love Letters” (Steve: my 2nd book in 2011 I wrote after my first trip to Israel after forming Love For His People Ministry in 2010) was kind of like devotionals. Also enjoyed that.

One book I had read earlier made me very sad and sad for you, telling of all your disappointments. (Steve: My testimony of my early years through 2005, “The Promise” 2011.)

What is your weather there? Is in 70's here.

Take care. Love you, Mom

My response:

Dear Mom,

Thanks Mom for reading my books and sharing on each one. Most are like devotionals as I took my weekly messages and put into books for longer keeping.

“The Promise” did have disappointments but as I look back, as we all do, we can see the hand of our Lord in it all. One major way He draws us to Himself and keeps us seeking Him.

And here I am. I walk to these places again right here in Jerusalem and know that our good Savior knows all and loves all.

My testimony now is to testify about His faithfulness in each of our lives as we continue in His ways.

Laurie has had a less better time here but I know the Lord has a good plan for her too. She misses home and the kids very much, as a good Mom and Grandma do. We have heard that several have come as a couple and the wife goes back for a short time to be with family while the husband is still “deployed”. We will seek the Lord for His perfect plan.

Love you Mom! I am so happy you are reading my books. I have 39 you know!

Be well. Keep being a real testimony to those He has given to you as you are there being a light for Him. Please greet and give my love to those who know me there. Let them know I am singing and worshipping the Lord in the city He is coming back to soon.

Love you. You have been a true inspiration to me.

Steve

My books on our home books shelf in Charlotte, North Carolina

Somewhere Out There by Steve Martin

Nov. 23, 2025 Jerusalem, Israel

Greetings once again from Jerusalem, the place called the “mountain of the Lord”. And for good reason.

“Somewhere Out There”, a Disney theme song back in 1984, came to my attention this early morning, on my 71st birthday, as I sat on our Jerusalem apartment veranda (back deck two stories up) looking at the beautiful stars He created for each of us.

As is common in my life, the Holy Spirit touched my spirit and gave me the flowing message to share with you.

Be encouraged this day, to love those now about you; those which the Lord has put in front of you; and the ones behind you, as you continue to walk on your cherished trail.

Ahava and shalom,

Steve Martin

Jerusalem, Israel

P.S. Every day brings an opportunity to share His love. Be watching for those moments.

Somewhere Out There

 

“But when He, the Spirit of truth, comes, He will guide you into all the truth; for He will not speak on His own initiative, but whatever He hears, He will speak; and He will disclose to you what is to come.” (John16:13, NASB)

 

On November 23, 2025, early in the morning Jerusalem time, each of our adult children back in the States shared a photo of their location on our WhatsApp family group, “Steve & Laurie Martin Family”. At the time, all were in the Carolinas.

 

When Ben sent a photo of Indian Land, SC with the words, “Cheers from Indian Land”, Josh followed with a photo from western North Carolina where he was for the weekend. And then Hannah joined in with a Christmas tree photo on the corner of Ballantyne and Hwy. 521 just over a mile from our USA home. (Christen, our youngest, was probably busy with her two young sons, Jack and Sam.She would chime in later with her “hearts”.)

 

Shortly thereafter, Ben shared a small clip from the movie, “An American Tail” (Disney, 1984) with the song, “Somewhere Out There”. (Ben is a Disney guy, especially having grown up in the ‘80s. I love how each of our kids have their own “joys and toys”.)

 

I had to look up the soundtrack on YouTube to get the full version and post back. It just seemed to fit the moment. (Somewhere Out There)

 

As we continue our time serving His people here in rhe Land, Laurie and my hearts beat warm for our original four, and thirteen more, immediate family, and beyond. When the Lord calls you, or “summons” you as I heard that correctly translated this week, your love for those you are gone from momentarily hasn’t been put behind. In fact, it grows more so as you realize you are walking in the steps He has ordained, that others may follow in His perfect plans and purposes as He leads them in their calling too.

 

Our coming to Jerusalem, “somewhere out there” for some, is exactly where our good Father has “summoned” us to be now. So, in faith, we heard and we obeyed, leaving much behind to do His will.

 

When the Lord calls, the wise men, and women, who respond, will discover an adventure far beyond their imagination, hopes, and dreams.

 

It may mean leaving all to do so, but if the One Who creates us knows what He is doing (and I very much believe Him), then our faith, our trust in Him will be the fulfillment we all long for in our lives.

 

As you seek Him in your daily walk, know in your heart, and then in your mind, that His way is the way, and with that you too can carry out that which He has placed deep in your spirit for you to do. Whether you are 21 or 71.

 

Somewhere, out there, our Lord is waiting. We have found Him here. He will be known by you too as you find Him where He is leading you also

All About Him - Steve Martin message

Tristan and Galya Hall’s daughter lead worship at the Sucatt Hallel Christian Friends of Israel - Jerusalem gathering. Oct. 7, 2025 (Photos by Steve Martin)

A view from the Succat Hallel window looking down on Jerusalem.

ALL ABOUT HIM

In 2025 Christian Stanfill and Passion came out with the song “All About You”. Like most songs which I end of loving and playing repeatedly, I had to listen to it first a few times. Worship songs such as this must grow in your spirit, become embedded in your inner being. And this did so.

As I have written before, Laurie and I arrived in Jerusalem on Oct. 16, 2025. We had come to serve with Christian Friends of Israel Jerusalem for three months. Little did we know that they were planning a large gathering of their 20+ international directors of CFI, for as many as could make it. (The count was over 14 who did), with family, board members and friends.

 

For the staff of CFI-Jerusalem it was an incredibly challenging weeks of preparation. Laurie and I fit right in, coming at the perfect time in our Lord’s perfect plan. (The staff comfirmed this!)

Having myself administrated 44 conferences over the 24 years with previous ministries, I was fully aware of the prep. It takes a team, and the CFI staff was up to the challenge.

What a delight to meet those coming from the U.K., Germany, South Africa, the Netherlands, Italy, Belgium, and of course the USA with our very own CFI-USA Director Hannele Pardain.

To close out the full (and I mean FULL) four days, we gathered together at the 24/7 prayer location of Succat Hallel, overlooking the Old City of Jerusalem, Mount of Olives, and most of Jerusalem, from the south. Rick and Patricia Ridings began this awesome prayer, worship, testimony, declaration, and praise center over 25 years ago on Feb. 7, 2000.

As I can remember, one of the early locations for Succat Hallel, on one of my many trips to Israel, was in an adjacent room next the the Mount Zion Hotel, which faced the Upper Room, Schindler’s gravesite and the Armenian Quarter of the Old City, and more from across the Hinnon valley. It was my joy at that time to hear a young and upcoming Messianic Jewish worshipper. His name was Joshua Aaron. (Black hair and all.)

This past Friday, Nov. 7, 2025, as I entered the month of my 71st birthday, Laurie and I had the great honor of starting the CFI gathering with the first half hour of worship. A dream come true for her and I. Worshipping our Messiah and Lord Jesus, Yeshua) next to the mountain in Jerusalem where He promised to return to. Soon.

We led with songs we have often led worship within the USA, and the Holy Spirit’s presence brought love, joy, and passion as we lifted up the Holy Name of Jesus Christ, Yeshua HaMashiach.

As I reflected later, of this simple setting, in the average size room for a gathering such as this known worldwide, the Holy Spirit spoke to me.

“There are no flashing lights, no fake holy smoke, no “big name” Christian performers and awesome moments of instrumental solos. It is all about Me. All about Me.”

You know, that is what worship of our Lord is. It is all about Him. Even as the Charlie Brown Christmas animated show also spoke about decades ago, when life was simple and true.

It is all about Him. Jesus. Seated on the throne. Preparing for His return to the very city, Jerusalem, sat that very exact moment when the Father says, “NOW is the time. Go.”

Worshipers worship. No hype. No glitter. No need to impress with beautiful vocals and powerful instrumentation (as much as I love those who can!)

It is ALL ABOUT HIM. As it should ever be in each of our lives.

Worship in a simple, heartfelt, honest way - the Living God of Israel. Worthy of pure praise. Worthy of our constant love and thanks.

Let Him be the focus, the purpose, the reason why we give our all to Him.

For it truly is all about Him.

Our 48th marriage anniversary. Yeah Lord!

Today we celebrate 48 years of marriage on this day, Oct. 8, 2025. I had to edit the card as I couldn’t find a “#48” one.

I love my good wife, Laura Jean Martin! Yeah, Lord! Yeshua HaMashiach, our Lord and Savior, Who has brought us thus far!

Steve

P.S. I like th Google Ai images!

Steve and Laurie with Bill and Gloria Gaither on an Alaskan cruise. 2015 (I think.)

With Chaim and Deena Malespin in Tiberias, Israel (2023)

Sending our prayer for Israel ministry at Antioch International Church. Oct. 5, 2025

A few years ago...

           Sept. 25, 2025 Christian Friends of Israel (CFI-USA) dinner in Pineville, North Carolina. 

The Steve & Laurie Martin Family

Thanksgiving, Nov. 2023

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John Hagee’s book, “The Middle East Conflict - The Origin of Jew Hatred” is a must read by Christians

“The Middle East Conflict - the Origin of Jew Hatred” by John Hagee, is among the best books I have read regarding the Jews, Christians, and anti-Semitism.

This is not a paid endorsement. I was just so impressed with John Hagee’s clear and full explanation of the current hatred even in our own country, the USA, that has risen up so astronomically in recent years.

The root causes, the centuries of animosity towards Jews, with “Christians” being among the worst, is accurately written and clearly stated. The awful actions taken against the ones whom the Lord, who Himself came as a Jew and still is, is appealing. In several chapters the book made me angry, sorrowful, repentant, and now more than ever standing strong for my friends, the Jews.

Our very Savior and Lord, Jesus Christ, Yeshua HaMashiach, came as a Jew and remains a Jew. We, as Christians, must stand with His people as one’s grafted-in ourselves to the tree.

Read it for yourself. Know and understand the accurate history. Be counted among the dwindling ones who stand for Israel and the Jews worldwide.

My family and I do.

Steve Martin, Founder, Love For His People Ministry in Charlotte, North Carolina, USA

The People of Israel Live

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"You Are Not Abnormal" - Steve Martin message, Love for His People Ministry

 

Sept. 24, 2025 Greetings to you once again. You are not abnormal. Don't let the enemy or anyone else make you believe that. My new message below brings encouragement that we often need. Ahava and Shalom, Steve Martin Love For His People Ministry P.S. The day continues to draw nigh. Our upcomg three month volunteer trip to Israel for Laurie and I is Oct. 15, 2025-Jan. 12, 2026. Please be praying for us. We would greatly appreciate that. And thanks to all who have supported us already with generous gifts. What we have, we will share with those in the Land. We welcome your prayers and support as we together bless Israel and His people in their Land. Contributions can be made online by clicking the DONATE button on this website.

Israel Photo of the Week: Sitting down for a Shabbat meal at the home of Larry and Bess Herzekow, just west of Jerusalem, Israel. We also had the joy of spending that time with Morris Ruddick, a good friend from CO. Looking forward to the same! (Photo May 9, 2025)

You Are Not Abnormal   “But you are the ones chosen by God, chosen for the high calling of priestly work, chosen to be a holy people, God’s instruments to do his work and speak out for him, to tell others of the night-and-day difference he made for you—from nothing to something, from rejected to accepted.” 1 Peter 2:9-10 The Message   There are times when we think we are the only ones experiencing a trial, a bad moment, a situation that no one else has had or has gone through before.    You are not abnormal. We are often in spiritual warfare. Where do you think Satan and his demons always attack first? The marriage. The family. The mission. The Lord’s chosen ones, in Israel and throughout the nations.   The Word tells us, prophetically, that in these last days we will experience trials, tribulations, roadblocks, temptations, and ongoing attempts by our enemy to curtail us from completing the mission set before us. Our enemy is not brilliant, but he is not dumb either. He has had enough experience to know what will keep us from pressing on, if we fall to his schemes.   A well-known prophetic man once said, “There are the three things that will be set before you in temptations. Gold, glory, or girls.” He was right. (Or as Scripture puts it, in 1 John 2:16, "For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh and the lust of the eyes and the boastful pride of life, is not from the Father, but is from the world.")   It is supernaturally natural for those who are seeking to hear and obey the call of the Lord Jesus (Yeshua), as He leads us through His Holy Spirit (Ruach HaKodesh), to be opposed by the one who hates God the Father and all those who are His children, Jew and Gentile. And if he can’t get you in one area, he will use another. Or those close to you, who may be more vulnerable.   Is it no surprise then that we, Laurie and I, have been warned by those abiding in Israel and others who have gone before, to be “prayed up” with intercessors covering our backs, as we go forward into His call and purpose for Israel. “Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of His might. Put on the full armor of God, so that you will be able to stand firm against the schemes of the devil. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the powers, against the world forces of this darkness, against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places.  Therefore, take up the full armor of God, so that you will be able to resist on the evil day, and having done everything, to stand firm.  Stand firm therefore, having belted your waist with truth, and having put on the breastplate of righteousness, and having strapped on your feet the preparation of the gospel of peace; in addition to all, taking up the shield of faith with which you will be able to extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one.  And take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. With every prayer and request, pray at all times in the Spirit, and with this in view, be alert with all perseverance and every request for all the saints,” Ephesians 6:10-18, NASB As you too face opposition in your own daily walk, call upon the Name of the Lord, and as I often say, and you can too, “My times are in Your hands.” Lead us and protect us, Lord.   We can thus press forward and complete the assignments He has given to each of us with faith and courage. Ahava (love) and Shalom (peace), Steve Martin We welcome your prayers and support as we together bless Israel and His people in their Land. Contributions can be made online by clicking the DONATE button on this website. Love For His People Ministry    P.O. Box 1113    Pineville, North Carolina 28134 USA Message #17 in my series (2025): “You Are Not Abnormal" – Sept. 22, 2025

My latest book was published on Aug. 18, 2025. Love For His People" Steve Martin (444 pages, 372 photos/images) Remained #1 on the Amazon New Releases List for "Jerusalem Travel Guides" for a month. (And I am not even a tour guide, but I love taking people with me.) In several of my previous 38 books, I wrote stories and chapters on Israel and our friends in the Land. Their lives, their courage, and the Ahava Adventures we have had, sharing our time with them in Eretz Yisrael. In my desire to share these stories with you in a more concise manner, I have chosen the “best ones” and included in my book, “Love For His People – The Land and Friends in Israel”. (Aug. 2025) Having given 39 years so far (and this being my 39th book!) to loving and supporting the Chosen People, as the Living God of Israel so ordained throughout the Bible of Christians and the Jewish people, it is proper and time to publish. Sharing this book, containing some of my experiences in Jerusalem and all of Israel, is a joy, and also a promise to always stand with Israel. I know it will stir your heart as He reveals more of His plans for all. Special Note: I have reduced the price on the hard cover and paperback, to just over my cost. I want you to have one. I will receive minimal royalty. Buy now on Amazon, Hard cover $18.55, Paperback $12.95, Kindle $2.95 We certainly are grateful for your support, which we will use for our volunteer months in Jerusalem. Contributions are welcome online by clicking the DONATE button on this website.

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"You Are Not Abnormal" - Message by Steve Martin, Love For His People Ministry

 

 

You Are Not Abnormal

“But you are the ones chosen by God, chosen for the high calling of priestly work, chosen to be a holy people, God’s instruments to do his work and speak out for him, to tell others of the night-and-day difference he made for you—from nothing to something, from rejected to accepted.”1 Peter 2:9-10 The Message

There are times when we think we are the only ones experiencing a trial, a bad moment, a situation that no one else has had or has gone through before. 

You are not abnormal. We are often in spiritual warfare. Where do you think Satan and his demons always attack first? The marriage. The family. The mission. The Lord’s chosen ones, in Israel and throughout the nations.

The Word tells us, prophetically, that in these last days we will experience trials, tribulations, roadblocks, temptations, and ongoing attempts by our enemy to curtail us from completing the mission set before us. Our enemy is not brilliant, but he is not dumb either. He has had enough experience to know what will keep us from pressing on, if we fall to his schemes.

A well-known prophetic man once said, “There are the three things that will be set before you in temptations. Gold, glory, or girls.” He was right.

(Or as Scripture puts it, in 1 John 2:16, "For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh and the lust of the eyes and the boastful pride of life, is not from the Father, but is from the world."

It is supernaturally natural for those who are seeking to hear and obey the call of the Lord Jesus (Yeshua), as He leads us through His Holy Spirit (Ruach HaKodesh), to be opposed by the one who hates God the Father and all those who are His children, Jew and Gentile. And if he can’t get you in one area, he will use another. Or those close to you, who may be more vulnerable.

Is it no surprise then that we, Laurie and I, have been warned by those abiding in Israel and others who have gone before, to be “prayed up” with intercessors covering our backs, as we go forward into His call and purpose for Israel.

“Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of His might. Put on the full armor of God, so that you will be able to stand firm against the schemes of the devil. For our struggle is not against ^[f]flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the powers, against the world forces of this darkness, against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places. 

Therefore, take up the full armor of God, so that you will be able to resist on the evil day, and having done everything, to stand firm.  Stand firm therefore, having belted your waist with truth, and having put on the breastplate of righteousness, and having strapped on your feet the preparation of the gospel of peace; in addition to all, taking up the shield of faith with which you will be able to extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one.  And take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.

With every prayer and request, pray at all times in the Spirit, and with this in view, be alert with all perseverance and every request for all the saints,” Ephesians 6:10-18, NASB

As you too face opposition in your own daily walk, call upon the Name of the Lord, and as I often say, and you can too, “My times are in Your hands.” Lead us and protect us, Lord.

We can thus press forward and complete the assignments He has given to each of us with faith and courage.

Ahava (love) and Shalom (peace),

Steve Martin

P.S. In less than three weeks Laurie and I head to Jerusalem, Israel for three months. Read all about it: Steve & Laurie - Time Coming for Jerusalem Volunteers. 

We welcome your prayers and support as we together bless Israel and His people in their Land.

Contributions are welcome online by clicking here on our webpage, when you look for the little DONATE button on each side column, on the Love For His People website. DONATE HERE.

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Message #17 in my series (2025): “You Are Not Abnormal" – Sept. 22, 2025

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