Jacob came to America from Israel with one goal in mind: to make money—and lots of it. But then he met the Messiah. Immediately, Jacob lost his home, his job and all hope for the future. Still, he shared about Christ fearlessly—even when physically assaulted. This week on The Land and the Book, we’ll share the remarkable story of Jacob Gartenhaus. Plus, we’ll bring you all the headlines from the Middle East—from a biblical perspective. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information ..read more

When the war broke out in Israel, we heard about the “safe rooms” where families went to take refuge from the missile attacks. But what are those safe rooms really like? This week on The Land and the Book, we’re heading for Israel where we go inside a safe room. You’ll feel like you’re right there with us. Plus, Charlie Dyer looks at the latest Bible questions you’ve been asking—and then shares his devotional, “A Fishy Tax Story.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information ..read more

Most of the Bible’s events unfolded in Israel. But not all. In fact, many key moments took place on the other side of the Jordan River. But would you believe that believers today in modern Jordan have access to quality Bible training? You’ll discover some of what God is doing in Jordan as you listen to The Land and the Book.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information ..read more

October 7…Hamas fired 3000 rockets... invaded Israel…and killed more 1200. Shockingly, that tragedy looks remarkably similar to an attack on Israel that took place back in the Old Testament. This week on The Land and the Book, we’ll take you to a site called Lachish. The biblical account is chilling—but bears a striking resemblance to things we just witnessed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information ..read more

For 259 days, they witnessed abuse, torture and execution in Iran’s most infamous prison. Then…they were released. But where would God lead them next? That’s our story this week on The Land and the Book. Plus, we’ll bring you the stories behind the headlines in the Middle East. Also…technological breakthroughs from Amazing Israel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information ..read more

Living in Iran, they knew they were putting their lives on the line—every time they shared their faith. Undaunted, in three years, they’d started two house churches and secretly given away more than 20,000 New Testaments. That’s when the police finally caught up with them. “Captive in Iran” is the amazing story of their arrest and ordeal in Iran’s most notorious prison. You’ll hear it all this week on The Land and the Book. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information ..read more

Christians throughout the Middle East are persecuted for their faith. But now, for the first time, a Christian organization is tracking all of it—with a database. What does that mean for our persecuted brothers and sisters? How can average people use it to raise awareness? That’s our focus this week on The Land and the Book. Plus, we’ll give you an update on all the top headlines from the Middle East. And Charlie Dyer’s devotional takes us to the Judean Wilderness…on The Land and the Book. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information ..read more

When the Nazis invaded Holland, they made it illegal for anyone to house or even help a Jewish person. Corrie ten Boom and her family decided they simply could not obey this evil dictate. So, they began hiding small groups of Jewish people—and others—who sought refuge. You’ve heard of Corrie ten Boom, but her story comes to life through a dramatic interpreter…this week on The Land and the Book. Don’t miss this extraordinary visit. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information ..read more

When the Nazis invaded Holland, they made it illegal for anyone to house or even help a Jewish person. Would you have complied?  Corrie ten Boom and her family  decided they simply could not obey this evil dictate. At home, they began hiding Jewish people—and others—who sought refuge. This week on The Land and the Book, we’ll visit their recreated “Hiding Place.”  Don’t miss…The Land and the Book.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information ..read more

Prison. The very word feels like a bucket of ice dumped down your back, doesn’t it? But believers throughout the ages have known what it means to spend time in prison. Just ask the apostle Paul. This week on The Land and the Book, we’ll travel to a site where Paul was imprisoned. But it was here that God used him to witness to some of the most powerful people of his day. Don’t miss The Land and the Book.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information ..read more