10 Ways to Bless the Nation and Children of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob

LTRJ Note: The following is written by a long-time Lighthouse Trails reader and the woman who inspired our booklet on “mindfulness meditation.”

By Shirley Major

In a day when many people tolerate, ignore, and even persecute the Jews, it remains the wise person, family, and church that blesses the children of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob! How does one bless this ancient people created and sustained by God through whom He has blessed the families of the Earth as promised in Genesis 12:1-3? See the following ten ways:

1. Pray for the preaching of the Gospel of Christ among Jews. The Gospel of Christ is the power of God unto salvation to those who believe, Jew and Gentile (Romans 1:16). Ask God to send forth workers into the harvest among Jews (Matthew 9:38).
2. Equip yourself to minister the Gospel to Jews. You might consider enrolling in “The Jews for Jesus Classroom,” at https://jewsforjesus.org/classroom (a free, self-paced, online course). Read the book titled You Know Somebody Jewish, Now What?: Answering 50 Important Questions by Olivier Melnick.
3. Purchase products made in Israel. Support Jewish family businesses by shopping at https://www.israelcart.com/ and find subscription boxes at https://www.levhaolam.com/. (Select “Producers” on the top bar of the website to read individual producer profiles.)
4. Read excellent titles that inform and inspire! The Hiding Place by Corrie ten Boom and Things We Couldn’t Say by Diet Eman are unforgettable books which show how believers supported Jews in times past. (These and similar titles are offered by Lighthouse Trails.)
5. Use sites such as https://www.shalominmessiah.com/ for up-to-date news and information from a biblical perspective concerning Jews and prophetic and world events. Opportunities to serve and bless Jews in various ways are available at that site as well.
6. Study the book of Zechariah. This Old Testament book shows God’s dealings with Israel in times past as well as prophecies and promises concerning their future. I believe this book (and Isaiah) has more references to the first and second comings of Christ than any other. Understand the times using the pages of this book!
7. Attend in-person (or via livestream) the Abraham to Armageddon Prophecy Conference August 1, 2026, in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Andy Woods, Olivier Melnick, and others will provide an overview of God’s plan for history as detailed in Scripture, which will inspire and equip believers. For tickets and information, see https://www.comingsoonministries.org/conference.
8. Offer encouragement and affirmation to Jews concerning God’s promises to them in online communications and conversation. On social media, cite God’s word for all to see! Suggested verses include Jeremiah 31:10; 31:35-37; Psalm 94:14, 121:4, 122:6; Ezekiel 34:12-15, 36:24-28; Joel 3:16; 2 Samuel 7:20-24.
9. Visit the land of Israel. Shalom in Messiah Ministries has a tour set for October 23—November 2, 2026 (see Shalom’s link above).
10. Donate to reputable evangelistic and humanitarian organizations that minister the Gospel and provide aid among Jews. One of those is https://jewsforjesus.org.
    

Now the Lord had said unto Abram, Get thee out of thy country, and from thy kindred, and from thy father’s house, unto a land that I will shew thee: And I will make of thee a great nation, and I will bless thee, and make thy name great; and thou shalt be a blessing: And I will bless them that bless thee, and curse him that curseth thee: and in thee shall all families of the earth be blessed. (Genesis 12:1-3)

Related Information:

Israel—A Burdensome Stone to the Nations and the Apple of God’s Eye by Mike Oppenheimer

The Mystery of Antisemitism by Dr. Andy Woods

The Jews: Beloved by God, Hated by Many by Tony Pearce

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