ILTV News Podcast | Why Evangelicals Still Stand With Israel

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Bishop Robert Stearns explains why Christian Zionism is at a peak after October 7th, despite 2,000 years of atrocities against Jews.

The episode features an interview with Bishop Robert Stearns, founder of Eagle's Wings, hosted by Ayaan Hoffman. Stearns begins by tracing Christian Zionism from historical atrocities against Jews to modern movements, citing figures like William Heckler and the International Christian Embassy Jerusalem. He emphasizes that post-October 7th, Christian Zionism must mobilize against rising anti-Semitism. Stearns warns that evangelical support is not guaranteed, as younger evangelicals interpret scripture differently than their grandparents. He advocates for shifting strategy to build new foundations, focusing on bringing pastors to Israel through missions. Stearns shares that Eagles Wings has brought 720 pastors, with 69% scheduling church trips within 12-18 months, creating a force multiplier. He addresses misconceptions, such as the apartheid narrative, illustrated by an anecdote of an African-American pastor seeing Arab-Israeli doctors at Ben-Gurion Airport. Stearns explains that trips blend biblical sites, meetings with diverse leaders, and modern Israeli society to deconstruct myths. He frames Israel's conflict as a battle for Western civilization and discusses targeting Gen Z through contemporary Christian music artists with millions of followers. The conversation touches on the post-October 7th swell of Christian support, theological differences, and the need for centrist alliances. Stearns expresses trust in Israel's democratic process regarding Palestinian statehood, citing David Friedman's plan and meetings with Palestinian leaders. He concludes with messages to Jewish and Christian communities, urging strength and church accountability on Israel.

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A pointed conversation on why some Christians frame support for Israel as both a theological and moral duty.

Ayaan Hoffman's conversation with Bishop Robert Stearns, founder and president of Eagle's Wings, looks at Christian Zionism as both a theological position and a moral inheritance.

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You will hear Bishop Robert Stearns frame Christian support for Israel as a reckoning with Christian history and a present-tense test of church conviction.

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