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I have never recovered from my travels to the Holy Land. As many times as I’ve been to Israel, every trip impacts me. Every single one. There’s a reason.
(Photo: Temple Mount and Western Wall. Courtesy of the Pictorial Library of Bible Lands)
After Cathy and I took our first tour to the Holy Land, the truth hit home harder than it ever had: my faith is rooted in events that occurred in real places.
But after the initial trip, I began to unpack the incredible benefits of traveling to Israel. I’m convinced there are at least 10 good reasons to go.
And why sooner is better than later.
I have done a lot of study about the benefits of experiencing the Holy Land. Here’s what I discovered through interviewing literally hundreds of people.
If you choose to experience the Holy Land, you will enjoy:
(Photo: The Sea of Galilee from Mount Arbel. Courtesy of the Pictorial Library of Bible Lands)
Why go sooner rather than later? Simply put, the sooner you experience the benefits of a tour to Israel, the longer you’ll enjoy the benefits for the rest of your life.
I’ve put together several posts to help you get the most from your tour to Israel—including what to do before, during, and after your trip.
Here are a couple of common objections I hear, which don’t have to be impasses:
Walking the land of Israel has provided me with a deeper appreciation of God as Lord of world history and of seemingly minor details—both of which bring comfort to my life.
I am confident it can do the same for you.
My experience isn’t unique. The following video shows people whose lives have changed as a result of a tour to the Holy Land.
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