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An American Shabbat

MAY 12, 2026

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ISRAEL JEWISH-CHRISTIAN RELATIONS OPINION SHABBAT UNITED STATES (AMERICA)

Like many American Jews, I was pleased to see President Trump’s recent declaration in conjunction with the rededication of the United States on May 17, to encourage that the preceding Shabbat, May 15-16, should be observed across America as well. Acknowledging Jewish Heritage Month, the final sentences of his proclamation were, “I call upon Americans to celebrate the heritage and contributions of Jewish Americans and to observe this month with appropriate programs, activities, and ceremonies. I further call on all Americans to celebrate their faith and freedom throughout this year, during this month, and especially on Shabbat to celebrate our 250th year.”

Other than feeling good and seen, especially in light of the growing permissiveness of antisemitism throughout America, many Jews like me looked for additional meaning and significance in this proclamation, and what it means specifically this week.

Confidence by Steve Martin

Confidence

“For You are my hope; Lord God, You are my confidence from my youth.”Psalm 71:5, NASB

Lack of confidence can hold you back, keep you from growing in faith, afraid that if you step out and do something for the Lord you will fall, fail, and look foolish to everyone.

I had that concern in my school days, and even into my adult years. Because of low self-esteem, putting myself “beneath others”, I lacked the courage to do at times what I knew I should have done.

I let the fear of man, the opinion of others, dictate what I did or how I did it.

But the time came when the Lord said to me, “Either you live by what others think and say or you do what I say and do. Your choice. Who will you serve?”

It is a decision you have to make. Will you serve man, the fear of man, or will you chose to serve the Lord, and do what He has called you to do?

When I made that decision, to serve Him above all, even as I served in ministry with leaders who sometimes didn’t have my best in mind, the Lord gave me the courage, and with it the confidence, to say and do what is written in His Word.

Having that strong foundation, that trust in Him, gave me the confidence I needed to hear His voice, choose to walk in His ways, and even receive the reward He promises as we do.

Who will you choose to heed? The fear of man or trust in the One who created you?

Confidence grows in us as we hear and obey, and see the results. There is nothing shady about it. Our Lord has proven over and over again that His way is always the way we need to choose.

It needs to be a firm decision on your part – choosing man’s way or His way.

God is our hope. Have your confidence grow in His love for you. He has your back.

Ahava and shalom,

Steve Martin

Love For His People Ministry, Charlotte, NC

#confidence #SteveMartin #trust #faith #Jesus #hearHisvoice #obedience

Monday, May 11, 2026

Made in Israel. And you probably use it daily.

Hillel Fuld, X

Dear antisemites,

I know you like to boycott Israeli products so I thought I’d help you out. You’re welcome.

So here are the things you need to stop using immediately.

WhatsApp: The founder just donated $200 million to a hospital in the “Occupied Jerusalem”. Stop using WhatsApp immediately.

iPhone/Apple: The iPhone chip is designed in Herzliya and Face ID was invented by an Israeli. Stop using your iPhone immediately. Apple also has a large presence in Israel so no mac either.

Google/Android: Google has a massive presence in the “Zionist entity”. One of Google’s largest engineering hubs outside the U.S. Stop using all Google products immediately.

Microsoft: Massive Israel R&D presence since the 1990s. Thousands of employees across Herzliya, Tel Aviv, Haifa, and Nazareth. Major AI, cybersecurity, and cloud work. No Microsoft for you!

Intel: If your computer is running an Intel processor, that’s built in Jerusalem. Probably the single largest private tech employer in Israel. Massive chip fabs and R&D centers in Haifa, Petah Tikva, Jerusalem, and Kiryat Gat. Stop using Intel immediately.

Nvidia: If you’re using AI of any kind, good chance it is built on Nvidia. Nvidia just tripled their presence in Israel and the CEO is a massive Zionist. No more AI.

Meta: Meta has offices throughout Israel so no Facebook or Instagram for you. Stop using them immediately.

USB: That’s right, USB was invented by an Israeli company called MSystems so no USB products please.

Amazon: Amazon and its web services have a strong presence in Israel and the drone department was started by an Israeli. No Amazon for you.

Pillcam: If someone you love is sick and the doctor suggests an examination using the pillcam, reject immediately. That’s Israeli technology.

Drip irrigation: If your gardener suggests you water your garden with drip irrigation, say no and fire him. He’s clearly a Zionist trying to sell you an Israeli technology.

Waze: We already established that you can’t use Google Maps. You can’t use Waze either. It’s an Israeli company acquired by Google. Maybe buy yourself a map for the car.

Instant messaging or voice over IP: Please refrain from using any instant messaging or voice over IP. Both invented by an Israeli. I’d suggest a pigeon.

Autonomous car: If your car drives itself, good chance it’s powered by mobileye in Jerusalem. Sell it immediately.

Cherry tomatoes: Stop eating cherry tomatoes. They’re an Israeli invention.

A website: If you have a website, it’s likely powered by Wix, an Israeli company. Shut it down immediately.

If you managed to find a phone that doesn’t run iOS or Android, you better not take a picture with it. The dual-lens camera technology for smartphones was pioneered by Corephotonics, an Israeli startup based in Tel Aviv, which was later acquired by Samsung. No photos for you!

Firewall: Check Point Software developed the first commercial firewall. If your work has a firewall, quit immediately.

Rummikub: I’m sure you love playing. We all do. Sorry to tell you this but it was invented by Ephraim Hertzano. Throw out your Rummikub immediately.

Here are some honorable mentions for you. These things were invented by a Jew and as an antisemite, you need to stop using them immediately!

Ballpoint Pen (Biro): Invented by Hungarian-Jewish László Bíró in the 1930s (patented 1938). Throw out your ballpoint pens.

Shopping Cart: Invented by American-Jewish Sylvan Goldman in 1937. Stop using them when you shop.

The Defibrillator (modern portable version improvements) — advanced significantly by Paul Zoll and other Jewish researcher.

You’re welcome.

Just trying to make you the best antisemite you can be.

You can start by throwing away the device you are looking at right now. It’s probably built in Israel.

We wouldn’t want to support those filthy Zionists, now would we?

Good luck cleansing yourself of Zionist products or products created by those Jewish supremacists.

Good luck to you! 🤣🇮🇱💪✡️🙏

US military weighs Israel as a key regional base after successful Iran War cooperation US-led Gaza ceasefire HQ scales back activity but remains operational All Israel News Staff | Published: May 10, 2026

The U.S. military is considering making Israel one of its main bases in the region, following the intense and successful cooperation between the U.S. and Israeli military over the past few years, particularly during the two wars against Iran, Israel Hayom reported.

Israeli security officials said the United States is also considering leaving a significant number of troops in Israel or even transferring troops from other Middle East bases. An Israeli security official said it is unclear whether the arrangement would involve air-defense batteries, fighter squadrons or other assets.

"It is not inconceivable that the US’s next base in the region will be in Israel," one official said.

Unlike Jordan, Syria, and several Gulf countries, the U.S. has traditionally not maintained a permanent troop presence in Israel. However, in recent years, American forces have been deployed there on extended rotations in several instances. This includes the Civil-Military Coordination Center (CMCC) near the Gaza Strip, reportedly at least two THAAD missile defensebatteries, as well as various components of the U.S. Air Force that took part in the war against Iran this year.

The report appears to contradict other recent accounts suggesting the U.S. was considering closing the CMCC, while also confirming statements by officers from both militaries about the unprecedented level of cooperation between them in recent conflicts.

According to Israel Hayom, the U.S. military is impressed by the IDF’s capabilities. American troops reportedly operated out of the IDF’s underground command center dubbed the “pit,” located under the Kirya headquarters in Tel Aviv, while senior Israeli Air Force officials witnessed the U.S. military’s modus operandi while visiting there during the war.

“There are American forces here that will not be moving in the near or even distant future. They have learned that Israel is a convenient fortress for operations, a country relatively far from the main threats and well protected by air defense systems,” a senior official said.

He noted that “unlike other [regional] countries that restrict takeoffs for offensive operations or impose various conditions, Israel has no such restrictions.”

Two weeks ago, Reuters reported that the CMCC in southern Israel, which was expected to coordinate the ceasefire with Hamas and the reconstruction of the Gaza Strip, was slated for closure by the Trump administration.

The Gaza Board of Peace (BoP) denied that the report was “wrong,” noting the HQ’s daily efforts “to continue delivering aid at a level unprecedented in modern history.”

“The CMCC has also played a critical role in advancing security. The ceasefire has continued to hold despite all the predictions from so-called experts. We now have a pathway to the establishment of a transitional government in Gaza and the International Stabilization Force,” the BoP posted on 𝕏.

Reuters cited seven diplomats who said CMCC operations would soon be transferred to a new international security mission, potentially reducing the U.S. military presence at the command center from around 190 troops to about 40.

Israel Hayom reported that activity in Kiryat Gat has been scaled back but that no final decision has been made about the CMCC's future. The ceasefire plan has reportedly been at a standstill due to the Hamas terror group's refusal to disarm, as well as reduced attention from Washington and Jerusalem amid the wider Iran conflict.

Israeli and American diplomats said some of the CMCC participants from the other 24 militaries have already returned to their countries. However, officials noted that “any claim of closure is incorrect” and that the center would continue to play a key role in the Gaza ceasefire.

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