Israel- Why is the Middle East Important? Neil Johnson and Jeff Pelletier

Israel- Why is the Middle East Important? Neil Johnson and Jeff Pelletier

Hello! Got time for Coffee? Are you a Christian? Do You follow Jesus? Do know about your Jewish Roots? Join the conversation as we discuss Israel, Yeshua, (Jesus) and learn about the reconciliation of the Old and New Testament! Neil and I have these conversations in our favorite coffee shop. So what we’ve done is simulate the atmosphere we are so comfortable in, with the use of an audio track from an actual coffee shop! This conversation is exactly like all of our conversations about Israel and the Middle East and now you can experience them just as we do when we have coffee together. Our goal is to help you to see that God’s plan for the world IS ALL ONE BIG PLAN. We take you through the FIRST Testament into the Second Testament and carefully UNFOLD the PLAN of God for you, and the world. There is no better way to understand your Christian faith then to v...

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August 29, 2025 32 mins

Building on the last episode's claims about Israel, we complete the idea that Israel is IN FACT essential to God and His plan for the World.  Listen as Neil and Jeff lead you to this understanding that the nation and people of Israel are essential to his plan. Read Romans 11 and ask yourself:

Is the Church  (the followers of Jesus) a NEW Israel or does it become PART of Israel and now required to help all Israel in fulfilling God's...

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In liberal theological circles the "Preterists" have decided that the current state of Israel is insignificant as are the Jewish People.  God judged Israel in AD 70 by destroying the Temple and sacking Israel once and for all.  The CHURCH is the NEW Israel. This is called "replacement theology" and it seeks to claim the nullification of Israel of the Old Testament with regards to the it's importance in the current day and the futur...

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In this episode we Neil and I dscuss the "Occupied Territory" in Israel.  Yes IN Israel.

 

Over 50 years ago there was what was called the SIX DAY war.  Part of the result of that conflict was what is now called The Occupied Territory. But lately Israel has renamed it Judea-Samaria.  This is the region in Isreal where MOST of the Bible took place!  But today it is risky to go there. Listen as Neil and Jeff explain how this might be...

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July 17, 2025 30 mins

Many are asking: SO IS THIS IT?  GOG AND MEGOG? Listen as Neil and I explain the importance of what is going on right now in Israel and the Middle East.How does it fit into an end times scenario? DOES it fit?  

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Did you KNOW? 

In this episode Neil and I spend some important time discussing why there is so much continuity to the VIOLENCE and WAR in the MIDDLE EAST.  We also discuss the importance of curiousity and checking your beliefs from. time to time. Don't miss this one!

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This is episode 81.  Thank you for listening!

in this episode we take on the idea that there are both blessings and curses in the bible and understanding each is important. Then Neil and I take look at the "other countries that we should all be watching as to how they impact Israel. 

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“Has the Church Replaced Israel? Think Again.”

Did the Christian Church replace Israel—or has it misunderstood its own identity?

In this episode, we dismantle the popular but flawed doctrine of Replacement Theology. Many believe the Church has taken Israel’s place in God’s plan, but Scripture tells a different story—one of continuity, covenant, and God’s unbroken promises to the Jewish people. Discover h...

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Don't miss this one.  We recap Neil's March Trip to Israel and talk about how the STONES CRY OUT!  And we discuss an "evangelical" plan to throw out the Old Testament??

 

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February 26, 2025 30 mins

It's one thing to read about or watch news coverage about Israel, and another to experience it. In this episode with Neil in Israel we talk about a new Archeological find called "The Steps".  In the Torah there certain of God's Holidays (Holy Days) which require a "pilgrimage" toi Israel for ALL Jews.  Passover is of course one as is Shavuot (Also known as PENTECOST).   During these pilgrimages the visiting Jews would need to go to...

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Friends in this episode we talk with Neil by phone while he visited Israel. He's felt called to go for some time and he finally made the trip. This is one of two shows with Neil in Israel so stay tuned for #2 coming soon!!

Enjoy!

 

Jeff

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January 28, 2025 15 mins

HI friends, 

After we finished our previous episode on the backstory of Jesus' birth, Neil and I kept talking about the stuff we always talk about when we're at Dunn Brothers Coffee in St Paul.  It occured to me to keep rolling as I was enjoying the conversation and thought you might like it too.  We were just speaking from our hearts....  Leave us a comment about what you think! :) Shalom!

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January 27, 2025 42 mins

In this episode Neil and I startt off talking about the The Cease Fire in GAZA-

Then we pivot to give you INSIGHTS into the Birth of Messiah here are some highlights

* Comparing Mariam's Song (Moses's sister) in Exhodus 15:1-18 and Mary's  (Also Mariam) Song -The Magnificat- in the Gospel

* The thee Wise were JEWS?

*  Swaddling Clothes were for New Born Lambs

*  Jesus was born in the Spring when all the Lambs were born

* Herod the ...

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December 31, 2024 32 mins

In this episode of Israel-Why is the Middle East Important< we complete our discussion on how past prophecy from the last century (1900"s), predicted in part where we are now and how THAT leads to Gog and Magog--  The Ezekial War of chap 38 & 39.  But its NOT how you think!!

Tune in to see how the world keeps spinning towards the unfolding plan of God, that IS the Bible. 

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I love this episode of Israel- why is the middle east important.  Neil and I met a couple of times about the episode and decided it is a two-parter. In this first episode we lead you to understand more about what is going on RIGHT NOW and then we begion to relate it directly to prophecy.  We'll finish in part TWO-  stay tuned- www.facebook.com/israelstillmatters.Also on Instagram

whyisthemiddleeastimportant@gmail.com

Jeff

 

 

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October 31, 2024 32 mins

Lots of chaos in the world today.  But in this episode we bring you to the awesome understanding about where God is in all this chaos.  He's right there with you and us!  He's working HIs plan to work "all things together for the good of those who love Him....."   There is "nothing new under the sun" that is on the Earth in our lives. Fear Not, for HE has overcome this broken, human system and is making US NEW every day.  

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In this episode of Israel- Why is the Middle East Important?, we continue from the pervious episode to further explain the importance of the TIME we are in.  This time, we believe, is the beginning of the end.  NOT Armegeddon, NOT Ezekiel 38, 39.  But a season of conflicts when Israel's neighbors and  those in proximity,  begin aggression towards her.  Join Neil and Jeff as they conclude this two-parter on Psalm 83 and begin the "T...

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🎙️ Podcast Promo: "Israel - Why is the Middle East Important"

Join us for Part One of an eye-opening two-part series where we delve into the prophecies of Psalm 83 and Ezekiel 38-39 to explore why the Middle East—and especially Israel—remains a focal point in global events. These biblical texts provi...

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September 26, 2024 32 mins

In this episode  we dive into an essential, yet often overlooked topic: water in the Bible. We explore the significance of water in both the Old and New Testaments, revealing how it shaped the history, culture, and spiritual journey of Israel. From creation to miracles, water flows through biblical narratives, symbolizing life, renewal, and divine provision.

 

Join us for an overview of thi...

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September 17, 2024 34 mins

NEW EPISODE: “Israel - Why is the Middle East Important?” 🎙️

In this thought-provoking episode, Neil and I shed light on the significance of Capernaum, Jesus’ home base, where two monumental events involving water took place, shaping spiritual history. 💧🌊

We also take a deep dive into the pivotal role of Judea and Samaria—often referred to as the West Bank or Occupied Territory—and explo...

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The City of Capernum.

Capernum is a city in a region of Israel called the The Galilee of the Gentiles in Isaiah.  But most importantly, Capernum is a central point for Jesus' ministry, and the area where the Father  made it clear to Him that He was for the whole WORLD, in this episode of Israel-Why is the Middle East Important. Listen as Neil and I focus on this key region in  Israel and the Middle East, Capernum.

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