One of the most important gardens in the history of the world, the Garden of Gethsemane. Two thousand years ago, Jesus went to this grove of olive trees to pray and suffer both physically, mentally, and spiritually for all mankind. It was here that he felt our pains, sorrows, temptations, and ultimately paid for our sins. It is here that he saved us from spiritual death. It was here that he showed his love before suffering on the cross. It was here that he received comfort fr

Makhtesh Ramon is Israel's largest erosion cirque. This is a unique geological formation in the Negev Desert resembling a crater but was formed by erosion. What an amazing site! I had no idea what we were doing there. We arrived in the bus and all you could see was the museum. As we walked up all of a sudden this massive hole, jagged edged, deep crevice of an expanse came to view. What was even crazier was the wind. It was so windy. I guess it was a normal thing with all the

Petra is definition a destination you need to add to your bucket list. It has incredible history carved into rock that has lasted for thousands of years. An oasis in the desert! From the Bedouins that live there, to the ancient water system, to the spectacular carved burial places, this place does not disappoint. I have come here 3 different times and I still haven't seen everything. I still haven't found the huge amphitheater. I will post some pictures here just to give you

I have been to Caesarea a few times. It's an incredible site. It is a modern town of over 5,000 residence. About 1.25 miles away is the old City of Caesarea, situated between Tel Aviv and Haifa as part of the Sharon Plain. Just a little bit of history! This coastal city was first settled in the 4th Century BCE as a Phonenician Colony and trading village known as Straton's tower. It was built much bigger by Herod the Great about 25-13 BCE as a major port. Herod built this city

December 2025 I was in Jerusalem for a few days. I would be getting home to the States a few days before Christmas. Before going I prepared for Christmas on returning for our family party. This is how Christmas started for me this year. Not much about Christmas was happening except for maybe the Christmas music on the radio and lights with decorated trees were starting to pop up in the neighborhood. So, going to Jerusalem this time of year was very exciting but not sure how m

Starting in September, I took an online class called "Egypt and the Bible" from Jerusalem University College. We spent 3 months learning about Egypt; the timelines, Pharaohs, and history related to Egypt. I learned many things and really enjoyed the class. I loved our Professor, Dr. Paul Wright, who was very knowledgeable. He made the class interesting and inviting. After the 3 months our class met in Jerusalem at the school for a 10 day field study where we toured Egypt for