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Journal Israel and the Church: ’Why should we stand with Israel?’

By Rev. Kees de Vreugd - 12 October 2026

The theme of this edition is ’Why should we stand with Israel?’ For Christians, obviously, God’s enduring covenant with the People of Israel, which includes the Land of Israel, should prompt a relation with the People and the Land of Israel. Does that also pertain to the State of Israel? If we see the establishment of the state as a modern expression of the bond between people and land, and if we see the return of the Jews to their ancient homeland as a sign of God’s faithfulness, it does. In this edition, we will explore non-Western and Western perspectives on Israel as a prime example of an indigenous nation and a successful modern state.

Israel and the Church
Israel and the Church is a journal for biblical and theological reflections concerning Israel and the Church in God’s plan for this world in the light of His coming Kingdom.

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The Author

Rev. Kees de Vreugd

Rev. Kees de Vreugd studied Theology in Utrecht and Jerusalem. He was based in Jerusalem for three years as representative for Israel International. Today he lives in the Netherlands with his wife and three children and works for Christians for Israel. He is the editor of the theological journal “Israel and the Church” and one of the founders of the International Bible & Israel Committee.