Avi Lipkin's Middle East Update

 

 

 

 

 Author/speaker and former Knesset member Avi Lipkin provides his
 unique insight on recent developments in Israel and the Middle East.

Avi Lipkin's Middle East Update
Avi Lipkin
August 26, 2025

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tuesday Bible Study With Les Feldick: The Gospel Of The Circumcision And Of The Uncircumcision

 

 

"The eyes of those who will see will no longer be closed,
and the ears of those who hear will listen." 
(Isaiah 32:3)

 

Les Feldick
(1927-2023)
Image courtesy/Flickr

 

 Les continues his walk through the Bible, 
helping us to connect the dots of Holy Scripture.

 

The Gospel Of The Circumcision
 And The Uncircumcision/Part One
Les Feldick Ministries-Official Site

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Gospel Of The Circumcision
 And The Uncircumcision/Part Two
Les Feldick Ministries-Official Site

 

 

 

 

 

The Gospel Of The Circumcision
 And The Uncircumcision/Part Three
Les Feldick Ministries-Official Site

 

 

 

 

 

The Gospel Of The Circumcision 
And The Uncircumcision/Part Four
Les Feldick Ministries-Official Site

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FORGOTTEN HISTORY: Bill Gates: The Un-Elected Man Who Controls Your Food, Health, And Future

 

 

  

 

"And so, dear friends, let us not be gripers in dealing with people-especially pipers!
Sometimes, it's not in our power to choose just what we keep and what we lose.
And those who can't see beyond the cost, should consider this tale and what was lost."
-Robert Browning, 
The Pied Piper of Hamlin 

 

Image courtesy/Pinterest

 

  

In this chilling episode of FORGOTTEN HISTORY, host Mike Droberg 
exposes the dark side of Microsoft genius Bill Gates, who has declared 
himself  a "global philanthropist" while, among other things, has pushed 
for immunization through vaccinations, the side effects of which have
 rendered sterility in many women in Third World nations like Kenya.

 

Bill Gates: The Un-Elected Man Who Controls
Your Food, Health, And Future
 FORGOTTEN HISTORY
(August 23, 2025)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Monday Meditation: To Everything There Is A Season

 

 

 

"He changes the times and the seasons.  He removes kings and establishes them.
He gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to the discerning."
(Daniel 2:21) 

 

 Wild Black-Eyed Susan in bloom
Image courtesy/Pinterest

 

 To everything there is a season,

and a time for every purpose under heaven:

a time to be born and a time to die,

a time to plant and a time to uproot,

a time to kill and a time to heal,

a time to break down and a time to build,

a time to weep and a time to laugh,

a time to mourn and a time to dance, 

a time to cast away stones and a time to gather stone together,

a time to embrace and a time to refrain from embracing,

a time to search and a time to count as lost, 

a time to keep and a time to discard,

a time to tear and a time to mend

a time to be silent and a time to speak,

a time to love and a time to hate,

a time for war and a time for peace.

(Ecclesiastes 3:1-8)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Next Full Moon Will Be A Blood Moon

 

 

On the night of September 7th into the 8th a lunar eclipse will
 cause the full moon to turn red, thus becoming a "Blood Moon".

While many people across the world will be able to witness
this spectacular upcoming event, the eclipse will not be
available for viewing in North America and the USA!😒

The Next Full Moon Will Turn Blood Red
6 Billion Can See It
(August 23, 2025)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sunday Night In Uncle Walt's Vault: Man Is His Own Worst Enemy

 

 

 

 "Why???? Because people are stupid!  They just don't think!"
-Professor Ludwig von Drake

 

From Season 9 of Walt Disney's Disneyland Anthology program, first aired on
 October 21, 1962  the illustrious Professor Ludwig von Drake presents his theory
 that most of the problems in life could be avoided if people took the time to think! 
Featuring vintage commercials from the RCA/ Whirlpool Company and Kodak.

 

Man Is His Own Worst Enemy
(1962)
 Walt Disney's Wonderful World of Color
Uploaded by Keeping Walt In Disney
(January 25, 2024)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Only What's Done For Christ Will Last

 

 

"Some people want to live within the sound of a church bell.
I want to run a rescue shop within a yard of hell."
- Reverend Charles Thomas "C.T." Studd 

 

 

 In 1885, C.T. Studd was one of the Cambridge Seven, a group
 of  students from  Cambridge University in England  who
  decided to become Christian missionaries to China. 
During his service there, he married his wife, fellow missionary
 Priscilla Livingstone Stewart. The couple had four children-all girls.
Reverend Studd believed that God had given him and his wife
daughters to educate the Chinese about the value of baby girls.
Image courtesy/Wikipedia

Two little lines I heard one day, Traveling along life's busy way;

Bringing conviction to my heart, And from my mind would not depart;

Only one life, 'twill soon be past, Only what's done for Christ will last. 

Only one life, yes only one, Soon will its fleeting hours be done;

Then, in 'that day' my Lord to meet,  And stand before His Judgment seat;

Only one life, twill soon be past,  Only what's done for Christ will last. 

Only one life, the still small voice,  Gently pleads for a better choice. 

Bidding me selfish aims to leave,  And to God's holy will to cleave;

Only one life, 'twill soon be past, Only what's done for Christ will last. 

Only one life, a few brief years,  Each with its burdens, hopes, and fears;

Each with its days I must fulfill, living for self or in His will;

Only one life, 'twill soon be past,  Only what's done for Christ will last. 


When this bright world would tempt me sore,  When Satan would a victory score;

When self would seek to have its way,   Then help me Lord with joy to say;

Only one life, 'twill soon be past,  Only what's done for Christ will last.

Give me Father, a purpose deep,  In joy or sorrow Thy word to keep;

Faithful and true what e'er the strife,  Pleasing Thee in my daily life;

Only one life,  'twill soon be past,  Only what's done for Christ will last. 


Oh let my love with fervor burn,  And from the world now let me turn;

Living for Thee, and Thee alone,  Bringing Thee pleasure on Thy throne;

Only one life, 'twill soon be past,  Only what's done for Christ will last. 

Only one life, yes only one,  Now let me say, "Thy will be done.";

 And when at last I'll hear the call,  I know I'll say 'twas worth it all.";

Only one life, 'twill soon be past,  Only what's done for Christ will last. 

 

 

Image courtesy/Act America.org

 

"Only One Life"
 Reverend Charles Thomas "C.T." Studd
(1860-1931)
British Anglican missionary to
 China, India, and Africa.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

And Now...A Word About Our President

 

 

 

"Of whom the world was not worthy..." 
(Hebrews 11:38)

 

 

President Trump on a recent visit to Scotland
Image courtesy/Politico eu.

 

How do you think the world views President Trump based on
 the peace agreements he has negotiated since taking office? 

This was the question posed to me in a recent poll. 

I voted for one of the least chosen answers, which was that our president 
will be criticized, "regardless of the outcome." 

While we expect rabid negativity from the media lap dogs in the pocket of the
  political Far Left, there have been a lot of people freaking out on social media
over his decision to enforce tariffs on other nations.  Others are claiming he has
abandoned his MAGA base with this decision, while many more blame him for
the recent spike of food and gas prices across the nation. Or, they insinuate that
he is using his presidency in order to secure international business deals which
will only benefit himself.  Trump has not even been in office for one year yet!

People need to realize that most campaign promises do not materialize overnight.

I voted for Donald Trump, and I truly believe that I witnessed the mercy of God
on our nation the night of the election when he won the state of Pennsylvania
and the presidency.  We who voted for this man knew it would not be an
easy road for him.  He has many enemies in the seedy world of politics
and corporate business.  But I think God was well aware of this when
he allowed Donald Trump to once again become America's president. 

He knows the motives within this man's heart better than anyone else.

Furthermore, although he has a tendency to be abrupt at times, President Trump
possesses a rare quality which is sorely lacking in most world leaders today, which sets
 him apart from the rest. It's called intestinal fortitude.  More commonly known as "guts". 

Whether he is sitting down to pow-wow with Vladimir Putin, or giving his personal 
stamp of approval to Israel to go into Gaza and annihilate HAMAS, especially after 
 the latter's rejection of the most recent U.S.-backed cease-fire/peace deal,
President Trump usually gets right to the heart of the matter.

"It was too bad.  Hamas didn't really want to make a deal.  I think they want
 to die," he told reporters as he departed the White House for a trip to Scotland in July.

The president's mother, Mary Anne Macleod Trump, was born and raised
in the village of Tong, located on Lewis, the largest of the islands in the 
Outer Hebrides, located off the west coast of Scotland. 

 

Statue of William Wallace
Aberdeen, Scotland
Image courtesy/Art UK

 

 Although I am not sure of any ancestral link, it seems to me that the same
 indomitable spirit of Scottish hero William Wallace flows in Donald Trump's 
veins, as evident when, after nearly being felled by an assassin's bullet last summer, 
he defiantly stood his ground and urged horrified onlookers to "Fight! Fight! Fight!"

May God bless and keep our president safe in His love and mercy always.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Saturday Poetry Corner: Down The Lanes Of August

 

 

 

 "He has made everything beautiful in its time.  He has also set eternity in the hearts
 of men, yet they cannot fathom the work that God has done from beginning to end."
(Ecclesiastes 3:11)

 

  

Meadow Walk
(2020)
Zoe Norman
Image courtesy/Art Majeur

 

 

Down the lanes of August-and the bees upon the wing,

All the world's in color now, and all the song birds sing;

Never reds will redder be, more golden be the gold,

Down the lanes of August, and the summer getting old.

Mother Nature's brushes now with paints are dripping wet, 

Gorgeous is her canvas with the tints we can't forget;

Here's a yellow wheat field-purple asters there,

Riotous the colors that she's splashing everywhere. 

Red the cheeks of apples and pink the peaches' bloom,

Redolent the breezes with the sweetness of perfume;

Everything is beauty crowned by skies of clearest blue,

Mother Earth is at her best once more for me and you. 

 

Down the lanes of August with her blossoms at our feet,

Rich with gold and scarlet, dripping wet with honey sweet.

Rich or poor, no matter, here are splendors spread,

Down the lanes of August, for all who wish to tread.

 

"Down The Lanes Of August "
(1924)
Edgar A. Guest
(1881-1959)
British-born American poet
who became known as "The People's Poet"
for his often inspirational and optimistic
prose about everyday life.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Flashback Friday: Turn Around Look At Me

 

 

 

 Written by American songwriter Jerry Capehart, and country/pop singer Glen Campbell,
the romantic classic, "Turn Around Look At Me" was recorded by Campbell 
 for his 1961 album by the same name.

 Later versions of this beautiful love song were recorded by The Lettermen in 1962,
 and the Bee Gees in 1964, but the best cover of this song released in 1968 by the
 pop/rock music group, The Vogues was the most successful, reaching Number 7 on
  the American Hot 100 chart and Number 3 on the Adult Contemporary chart that year.

Turn Around Look At Me
(1968)
The Vogues

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Remembering Dr. James C. Dobson (1936-2025)

 

 

 

  "There is nothing more important than parents passing on a
generational legacy of faith and values to their children."
-Dr. James C. Dobson

James Clayton Dobson Jr.
 American Christian Evangelist 
 Founder of Focus On The Family
 

 A towering figure in evangelical Christianity,  Dr. James C. Dobson 
influenced  generations of Christian parents through his many books, 
radio program, and nationwide ministry, Focus On The Family, 
which he founded in 1977. 

With divorce rates rising and the rapid decline of morality
 within our national culture,  Dr. Dobson was known for his
 staunch defense of the traditional family.  He stressed to Christian
  parents the vital importance of providing Christ-like stewardship 
and guidance to their children according to the timeless
 precepts found with the Word of God.

 "Well done, good and faithful servant."
(Matthew 25:23)

James Dobson went home to be with the Lord yesterday after a brief illness.
 
May he rest safely in the loving arms of the Lord Jesus.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Enter Into My Rest

 

 

"There remains, then, a Sabbath rest for the people of God.  For whoever enters
God's rest also rests from his own work, just as God did from His. Let us, therefore,
make every effort to enter that rest, so that no one will fall by following
the same pattern of disobedience."
(Hebrews 4:9-11)

  

"Righteousness reigns and groaning creation is delivered
 and all the promised glory will be accomplished."
Image courtesy/Touch of Class

 

 "What is the rest of which these verses speak?  It is generally explained as the rest
the true believer finds and has in the Lord Jesus Christ in believing; that his
 conscience has rest.  It is frequently identified with Matthew 11:28-29:

"Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. 
Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble
 in heart and you will find rest for your souls." 

While it is blessedly true that all who come to the Lord Jesus Christ as Saviour 
find rest in Him from the curse of the law and the burden of sin, while it is equally
true that those who follow Him in obedience and learn of Him find rest day by day
for their souls, yet it is not this present rest which is before us in these verses.

The rest which is meant is called by God, "My rest"; it is the rest of God and is
 future, the rest in coming glory, an eternal rest.  It is God's rest, because He made 
 it Himself and He will enjoy it in glory with those who have believed in Christ, in
whose perfect work God has His rest, because it satisfies His holiness and His love.

Into this rest the believer enters at His coming.  The work will be over and all
burdens cease.  Righteousness reigns and groaning creation is delivered and all
 the promised glory will be accomplished.  God rest then in His love and rejoices. 

"The LORD your God is among you; He is mighty to save. He will rejoice over you
with gladness; He will quiet you with His love; He will rejoice over you with singing." 
(Zephaniah 3:17)

Till that day God works, for sin and the curse is unremoved, but all will be changed
when His Son appears in glory and all things are put in subjection under Him.
That perfect, complete rest of God is in the new heaven and earth, when God
dwells among men and sin and death are forever gone. He then is all and all.
This is the rest which remains for the people of God. 

-Gaebelein's Annotated Bible

 

 

Let The Weight Of Your Glory Fall
(2002)
Paul Wilbur Ministries

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The 6 Forbidden Gospels And Why They Were Rejected

 

 

 

 "For many will come in My name and they will say, "I AM THE LIVING GOD"
The Messiah, and they will deceive many."
(Matthew 24:5)

 

"But even if we or an angel from heaven should preach a gospel contrary to the
one we preached to you, let him be under a curse!  As we have said before, so I
now say again:  If anyone is preaching to you a gospel contrary to the one
you received, let him be under a curse!"
(Galatians 1:8)
 

The 6 Forbidden Gospels And Why
They Were Rejected
Power of Wisdom
(August 21, 2025)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thou O Jehovah Shalt Endure

 

 

Thou, O Jehovah, shalt endure,

Thy throne forever is the same;

And to all generations sure

Shall be Thy great memorial name. 

 

Image courtesy/Looking For The Blessed Hope

 

 

The time for Zion's help is near,

The time appointed in Thy love;

O let Thy gracious aid appear,

Look Thou in mercy from above.

 

 O Lord, regard the prayer of those

Who love the walls of Zion well,

Whose hearts are heavy for her woes,

Who sad amid her ruins dwell.

 

Thy power and glory shall appear,

And Zion's walls shall be restored;

Then all the kings of the earth shall fear

And heathen nations serve the Lord. 

 

The Lord has heard and answered prayer 

And saved His people in distress;

This to the coming age declare

That they His holy name may bless. 

 

The Lord, exalted on His throne,

Looked down from Heaven with pitying eye

To still the lowly captive's moan

And save His people doomed to die. 

 

All the men in Zion shall declare

His gracious name with one accord,

When kings and nations gather there

To serve and worship God the Lord. 

 

"Thou O Jehovah Shall Endure"
(1912)
Words from The Psalter
United Presbyterian Board of Publication
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lord, Restore What I’ve Lost And Turn My Life Around

 

 

 

 

 "I will repay you for the years eaten by the locusts...the swarming locust, the
destroying locust, and the devouring locust...My great army that I sent against you."
(Joel 2:25)

 "Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine
according to His power that is at work within us."
(Ephesians 3:20)

A beautiful and powerful morning prayer to start off the day. 

 

Lord, Restore What I've Lost 
And Turn My Life Around
Grace Oasis
August 21, 2025

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hurricane Erin Is Getting Faster And Trying To Intensify

 

  

Will colder waters prevail in quelling Erin's fury as she picks
up speed, and is trying to intensify as she moves further north? 

 This remains to be seen.  Nevertheless, stay alert South Jersey! 
And please, stay out of the surf until this storm passes by our shore!

 

August 20, 2025
Image courtesy/NJ.com
 

The latest update from Mark at Weatherman Plus.

 Thank you my brother for all you do in keeping us up to date on this storm!

  May God bless you always!

 

Hurricane Erin Is Getting Faster
 And Trying To Intensify!
Weatherman Plus
(August 20, 2025)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wednesday's Word: Adon HaKavod/Lord Of Glory

 

 

 

"For the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the LORD 
as the waters cover the sea."
(Habakkuk: 2:14) 

 

 

Symphony Of Praise
Yongsung Kim
Korean artist
 Image courtesy/Yongsung Kim Art

 

  

 

The earth is the LORD's and the fullness thereof;

the world and all who dwell therein. 

For He has founded it upon the seas

and established it upon the waters.

Who may ascend the hill of the LORD?

Who may stand in His holy place? 

He who has clean hands and a pure heart,

who does not lift up his soul to an idol,

or swear deceitfully. 

He will receive blessing from the LORD

and vindication from the God of his salvation.

Such is the generation of those who seek Him,

who seek Your face, O God of Jacob.

Selah (Pause and calmly think of that!) 

Lift up your heads, O gates!

Be lifted up, O ancient doors,

that the King of Glory may enter!

Who is this King of Glory?

The LORD strong and mighty,

the LORD mighty in battle. 

Lift up your heads, O gates!

Be lifted up, O ancient doors,

that the King of Glory may enter! 

Who is He, this King of Glory?

The Lord of Hosts-

He is the King of Glory.
 

( PSALM 24:1-10)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FORGOTTEN HISTORY: The Poison Squad: Was The FDA Corrupt From The Beginning?

 

 

 

 

 They told us the FDA was created to protect us.  The truth? 

Host Mike Droberg reveals the shocking untold story of a
government agency created to protect the public, but is 
now accused of protecting corporate interests.

 

The Poison Squad: Was The FDA Corrupt
From The Beginning?
FORGOTTEN HISTORY
(August 16, 2025)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hurricane Erin Is Growing & Will Become Enormous!

 

 

 Here she comes! Although not expected to make landfall, Hurricane Erin still
poses a threat to the East Coast of the United States, and the Jersey shore as she
 passes by on Thursday, with dangerous rip currents and waves up to 12 feet.
Beach erosion and coastal flooding is also expected in some areas.

Hurricane Erin Spins Closer To The US
Image courtesy/Scientific American
 

 Hurricane Erin is changing and going through a strengthening
phase as she heads further north along the East Coast of the
United States.  This storm will grow in size, potentially up to six
 hundred miles.  This and more weather news in the following
 update from Mark at Weatherman Plus.

 

Thanks again Mark for bringing us this latest information! 

  

Hurricane Erin Is Growing & Will Become Enormous!
Weatherman Plus
(August 19, 2025)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Avi Lipkin's Middle East Update

 

 

 

 

 Israeli-American author/speaker and former Knesset member Avi Lipkin
provides his unique perspective on the latest events happening 
in Israel and the Middle East.

 

Avi Lipkin's Middle East Update
Avi Lipkin
(August 19, 2025)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tuesday Bible Study With Les Feldick: The Perverted Gospel

 

 

 "Make every effort to present yourself approved to God, an unashamed
workman who accurately handles the word of truth."
(2 Timothy 2:15)

 

Les and Iris Feldick
Image courtesy/Through The Bible 
With Les Feldick Newletter

 

 Les continues his walk through the Bible, helping us
to connect the dots in the Holy Scriptures.

 

The Perverted Gospel/Part One
Les Feldick Ministries-Official Site

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Perverted Gospel/Part Two
Les Feldick Ministries-Official Site

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Perverted Gospel/Part Three
Les Feldick Ministries-Official Site

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Perverted Gospel/Part Four
Les Feldick Ministries-Official Site

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Becky Makes No Bake, No Fail, 3 Ingredient Crunch Bars

 

 

 

 

The gracious hostess of The Hillbilly Kitchen shares her recipe for
  homemade 3 ingredient chocolate-peanut butter crunch bars! 

 

3 Ingredient Crunch Bars
No Bake, No Fail, Snack, Dessert, Special Treat
The Hillbilly Kitchen
(August 8, 2025)