In this episode of First Century Foundations' podcast Jeff talks to Amit Barak, Co-Founder and Co-Owner of Jnnovation Ltd. about living in the Promised Land, Arabs joining the IDF, and his new board game, "Way of the Patriarchs". The board game gives Bible-believing families a fun and interactive way to know the Bible and its significant locations intimately, while encouraging biblical values. First Century Foundations is a Charity that supports ministries in Jerusalem and many other parts of th...
Apr 13, 2022•31 min•Season 3Ep. 15
In this episode of "Keeping it Israel" Jeff interviews Lydia Morgan, the Chief Operations Officer of the Jerusalem Institute of Justice. JIJ is a leading NGO based in Jerusalem, Israel that operates both domestically and internationally to understand the burdens of humanity and advocate on behalf of people in need. JIJ seeks to expose injustice and speak out for those whose voices have been silenced. They work to promote human rights, defend democracy, and improve the overall quality of life in ...
Apr 06, 2022•32 min•Season 3Ep. 14
In this episode of "Keeping it Israel" Jeff continues his conversation with Richard Frieden who goes into detail about some of the places that he will be taking Jeff when they film the next season of the First Century Foundations TV show. First Century Foundations is a Charity that supports ministries in Jerusalem and many other parts of the country of Israel. Our mission is to turn hearts around the world toward the land, people and God of Israel. PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW HERE. https://firstcent...
Mar 31, 2022•1 hr•Season 3Ep. 13
In this episode of "Keeping it Israel" Jeff talks to Israeli Tour Guide, Richard Frieden about how he found Jesus - or in Hebrew, "Yeshua" - after moving to Israel - specifically to the region where Jesus once lived. He talks about how encountering Jesus in his Jewish context and homeland has changed his life and given him a passion to show pilgrims the transformative land of the Bible. To learn more about Richard's ministry in Israel: https://www.dohope.org and to see the tours he offers: https...
Mar 23, 2022•33 min•Season 3Ep. 12
Have you ever wondered why the Jewish people dress up for Purim? Is Purim a biblical holiday? What can Christians learn from this meaningful holiday? In this episode, Ruth Guggenheim, Director of Interfaith Relations, World Emunah talks to Jeff Futers about the significance of Purim and the incredible work she does on behalf of the disadvantaged, abused and at-risk children and families of Israel. First Century Foundations is a Charity that supports ministries in Jerusalem and many other parts o...
Mar 16, 2022•38 min•Season 3Ep. 11
In this episode of our Keeping it Israel Podcast, Jeff Futers interviews Orthodox Jew, Gidon Ariel, CEO and Founder of Root Source to learn about a Jewish perspective of the Torah. What is Torah? What does it encompass? What did the Psalmist mean when he wrote, "Blessed is the one... whose delight is in the law of the Lord, and who meditates on his law day and night"? Some of Gidon's answers might surprise you. First Century Foundations is a Charity that supports ministries in Jerusalem and many...
Mar 09, 2022•40 min•Season 3Ep. 10
Have you ever wondered what it is that makes North America such a desirable place to live? Have you ever wondered where the values we cherish most in the free/democratic world actually come from? In this episode Jeff talks to Historian, Rabbi Ken Spiro about his book, World Perfect: The Jewish Impact on Civilization - a book with a powerful message for our world today. Through this conversation they explore the values of the ancient world vs. the Jewish, Biblical values that have revolutionized ...
Mar 02, 2022•56 min•Season 3Ep. 9
In this heart-felt interview, Melissa Briggs talks to Jeff about the Hebrew/Bible perspective of names. What does the Bible mean when it says not to take God's name in vain? What IS God's name exactly? And how can it change your life to meditate on the powerful names of God? First Century Foundations is a Charity that supports ministries in Jerusalem and many other parts of the country of Israel. Our mission is to turn hearts around the world toward the land, people and God of Israel. PLEASE SUP...
Feb 23, 2022•47 min•Season 3Ep. 8
In this episode of "Keeping it Israel" Jeff Futers talks to Fr. Eamon Kelly, Vice Director at Magdala and Former Vice Chargé of the Pontifical Institute Notre Dame of Jerusalem. On location in Magdala, Fr. Kelly talks about living in the hometown of Mary Magdalene, the discovery of yet ANOTHER synagogue dating to the time of Jesus and reasons why a visit to Israel can enrich your life. First Century Foundations is a Charity that supports ministries in Jerusalem and many other parts of the countr...
Feb 16, 2022•53 min•Season 3Ep. 7
In this episode of Keeping it Israel, Jeff talks to Richard Liverance on location at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem where he is currently studying Archaeology. Richard talks about his love for Israel and why he thinks that Israel – and specifically Jerusalem – is the cross-roads of human history and the center of the world. First Century Foundations is a Charity that supports ministries in Jerusalem and many other parts of the country of Israel. Our mission is to turn hearts around the world...
Feb 09, 2022•31 min•Season 3Ep. 6
In this episode, Jeff talks to Dr. Jennifer Kaplan of the Sheba Foundation about the fascinating history of the Ethiopian Jews in Israel. Are the Ethiopians who identify themselves as the "House of Israel" really the descendants of King Solomon and the Queen of Sheba? Why is the Lion of the tribe of Judah a symbol for both Ethiopia and Israel? This fascinating interview talks about why so many Ethiopian Jews have moved to Israel, the difficulties they face and the hope they have for a future in ...
Feb 02, 2022•45 min•Season 3Ep. 5
In honour of International Holocaust Remembrance Day, January 27th, Pastor Jeff Futers,( Executive Director of First Century Foundations) and Mike Fegelman, (Executive Director of HonestReporting Canada) remember their visits to Auschwitz-Birkenau and talk about how to ensure the Holocaust never happens again. To learn more about the Holocaust: The Azrieli Foundation Yad Vashem, The World Holocaust Remembrance Center To learn more about HonestReporting CLICK HERE. First Century Foundations is a ...
Jan 26, 2022•38 min•Season 3Ep. 4
In this episode of Keeping it Israel, Jeff Futers interviews Dr. Dan Bahat, former Jerusalem District Archaeologist about growing up with the State of Israel, his passion for archaeology, his personal visit with the Pope and being knighted by the President of Italy. His life is an inspiration to all of us at First Century Foundations and we feel so honoured to call him our friend. First Century Foundations is a Charity that supports ministries in Jerusalem and many other parts of the country of ...
Jan 19, 2022•1 hr•Season 3Ep. 3
In this episode of Keeping it Israel Jeff Futers, Executive Director of First Century Foundations interviews Historian Rabbi Ken Spiro about the world's oldest, irrational hatred: antisemitism. First Century Foundations is a Charity that supports ministries in Jerusalem and many other parts of the country of Israel. Our mission is to turn hearts around the world toward the land, people and God of Israel. PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW HERE. You can watch this entire episode on our YouTube channel . Mak...
Jan 12, 2022•48 min•Season 3Ep. 2
In this 1st episode of our 3rd season of Keeping it Israel, Jeff talks to Melissa Briggs of explorehebrew.co.uk about 5 Hebrew words found in the Bible that have changed her life and her understanding of God's relationship to her. Melissa completed her Masters at The Hebrew University of Jerusalem and is passionate about making the language of the Bible accessible and faith-enhancing for Christians. First Century Foundations is a Charity that supports ministries in Jerusalem and many other parts...
Jan 05, 2022•50 min•Season 3Ep. 1
In the episode of Keeping it Israel, Jeff Futers, Executive Director of First Century Foundations, talks to Stephen Briggs, a Christian Filmmaker who has an astounding comprehension of God's Word and God's faithfulness to Israel. Learn about Stephen's new film, AMERICA AND THE ISRAEL EFFECT: BLESSING, CURSE OR COINCIDENCE - the newest film in a powerful series about God's promises to "bless those who bless" and "curse those who curse" Israel. First Century Foundations is a Charity that supports ...
Dec 15, 2021•34 min•Season 2Ep. 35
How could Christianity – which was initially, completely Jewish – suddenly turn against the Jewish people and claim to have replaced them in God’s plan for the world? When did the first non-Jew convert to Christianity? Did he have a good relationship with the Jewish people? In this episode Jeff talks to Bob O’Dell, Author of the book, FIVE YEARS WITH ORTHODOX JEWS: HOW CONNECTING WITH GOD’S PEOPLE UNLOCKS UNDERSTANDING OF GOD’S WORD . Together they dive deep to the very roots of replacement theo...
Dec 08, 2021•41 min•Season 2Ep. 34
How could Christianity – which initially was completely Jewish – suddenly turn against the Jewish people and claim to have replaced them in God’s plan for the world? When did the first non-Jew convert to Christianity? Did he have a good relationship with the Jewish people? In this episode Jeff talks to Bob O’Dell, Author of the book, FIVE YEARS WITH ORTHODOX JEWS: HOW CONNECTING WITH GOD’S PEOPLE UNLOCKS UNDERSTANDING OF GOD’S WORD . Together they dive deep to the very roots of replacement theol...
Dec 01, 2021•43 min•Season 2Ep. 33
In this episode of Keeping It Israel, Jeff talks to Todd Morehead, Co-creator and Producer of a powerful documentary just released this year called HOPE IN THE HOLY LAND; a film that follows Todd on his journey to the Holy Land where he delves deep into the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. First Century Foundations is a Charity that supports ministries in Jerusalem and many other parts of the country of Israel. Our mission is to turn hearts around the world toward the land, people and God of Israel...
Nov 24, 2021•42 min•Season 2Ep. 32
In this episode of Keeping It Israel, Jeff talks to Nosson Shulman, a distinguished tour guide and leading blogger on Israel. Nosson talks about why he moved to Israel from Canada, his journey becoming a licensed Israeli Tour Guide, and some of the most special locations in the Land of Israel. Nosson specializes in VIP tours of Israel and is the founder of Israel’s first Virtual Tour video company, where viewers can feel as though they are touring Israel from the comfort of their own homes. Firs...
Nov 17, 2021•29 min•Season 2Ep. 31
In this episode of Keeping It Israel, Pastor Jeff Futers, an Evangelical Christian (Executive Director of First Century Foundations) connects heart-to heart with Sondra Baras, an Orthodox Jew (Director of CFOIC Heartland) about the tragic event called Kristallnacht (German for "Night of Broken Glass"). And although Jeff and Sondra come from different theological standpoints, they can certainly agree on one thing: Antisemitism, in all of its forms, is extremely dangerous and evil, and all of huma...
Nov 10, 2021•41 min•Season 2Ep. 30
If someone asked you, "What was Jesus' favourite book?" How would you respond? In this episode of Keeping It Israel Jeff talks to Gidon Ariel, an Israeli Orthodox Jew and founder of Root Source about the Bible Jesus loved and often quoted. What books were contained in the "Cannon" at the time of Jesus? How was scripture studied and read? What book of the Hebrew Bible did Jesus seem to love and quote most? Get to know Jesus a bit better by learning more about his favourite "book" from a 1st Centu...
Nov 03, 2021•48 min•Season 2Ep. 29
In this episode of Keeping it Israel Jeff talks to Justin Kron, a writer, speaker, film producer and Holy Land tour leader about the importance of connecting to the Jewish roots of Christianity and the story behind his new film, Hope in the Holy Land. First Century Foundations is a Charity that supports ministries in Jerusalem and many other parts of the country of Israel. Our mission is to turn hearts around the world toward the land, people and God of Israel. PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW HERE. To l...
Oct 27, 2021•32 min•Season 2Ep. 28
A surprisingly hilarious discussion about the recent discovery of a mansion that overlooked the Temple Mount in Jerusalem 2700 years ago; with owners so rich, they were able to afford their own toilet. What Ya’akov really discovered is another fragment of the magnificent city Jerusalem once was… as far back as the 9th century BCE. The beautiful Proto-Aeolic capitals he found pre-date any similar capitals found in Greece. And through the ancient window frame Ya'akov discovered, we can reimagine t...
Oct 20, 2021•38 min•Season 2Ep. 27
In this episode of "Keeping it Israel" Jeff interviews Pastor Jim Woodard a second time about how Paleo (Ancient) Hebrew can help the Bible come alive. In this podcast, they discuss the meaning of JEHOVAH, ISRAEL, BLESS and SHALOM. First Century Foundations is a Charity that supports ministries in Jerusalem and many other parts of the country of Israel. Our mission is to turn hearts around the world toward the land, people and God of Israel. PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW HERE. To learn more about how ...
Oct 13, 2021•33 min•Season 2Ep. 26
In this episode of Keeping it Israel , Jeff Futers talks to Samuel Wearp about the antisemitic history of Christianity, which contributed to the Holocaust; and the Church’s silence as over 6 million Jews were systematically murdered in modern Europe. They talk about the recent rise of antisemitism and the spiritual battle that rages today as the media and other anti-Israel groups (such as the BDS movement) try to turn the world against Israel. “ Blessed Buy Israel ,” founded by Samuel and his fa...
Oct 06, 2021•35 min•Season 2Ep. 25
In this episode of “Keeping it Israel” Jeff talks to Scott Stripling, Provost and Professor of Biblical Archaeology and Church History at the Bible Seminary in Houston Texas and Director of Excavations for the Associates for Biblical Research at ancient Ai and Shiloh. In this exciting conversation, Scott talks about the incredible archaeological discoveries that have been unearthed in both Shiloh and Ai – discoveries that bring the Bible to life and reveal its historical reliability. First Centu...
Sep 29, 2021•36 min•Season 2Ep. 24
In this episode of Keeping it Israel, Jeff Futers, Executive Director of First Century Foundations talks to Mike Fegelman, Executive Director of HonestReporting Canada about the last 19 years of his career, working to thwart media bias against Israel in Canada. First Century Foundations is a Charity that supports ministries in Jerusalem and many other parts of the country of Israel. Our mission is to turn hearts around the world toward the land, people and God of Israel. PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW ...
Sep 22, 2021•41 min•Season 2Ep. 23
In this heart-felt episode of "Keeping it Israel" Jeff Futers, Executive Director of First Century Foundations interviews Donna Holbrook, the National Director of The International Christian Embassy in Jerusalem (ICEJ) Canada. Donna talks about how a tragedy in her life led to a deep compassion and love for Israel and the Jewish people. The 2 fellow-Canadians connect over their shared passion for Israel and how critical it is for Christians – and especially future Church leaders – to go to, and ...
Sep 13, 2021•48 min•Season 2Ep. 23
In this fascinating interview, Jeff talks to Baruch Sterman, co-founder of the Ptil Tekhelet Association about the significance of the colour blue mentioned nearly 50 times in Bible - a colour that was lost for roughly 1400 years and then suddenly rediscovered in modern times. First Century Foundations is a Charity that supports ministries in Jerusalem and many other parts of the country of Israel. Our mission is to turn hearts around the world toward the land, people and God of Israel. To donat...
Sep 08, 2021•54 min•Season 2Ep. 22
