Partner Highlight: Israeli Special Needs Ministry and Biblical Counseling #202

August 06, 2024

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Welcome to Inside The Epicenter, where we explore compelling stories from the frontlines of faith and ministry. In today's episode, we are joined by the inspiring Lillian and Sasha Granovsky, ministry leaders in Israel. Their journey has taken them from searching for spiritual truth to founding an impactful ministry that supports special needs individuals and their families. Join us as we delve into their experiences with biblical counseling, the challenges faced by families in times of war, and the cultural shifts in seeking psychological help within the Israeli community. Prepare for a thought-provoking and heartwarming discussion that sheds light on the power of faith, resilience, and community support.

(04:25) Love for special Israeli heroes in adversity.
(07:01) Grateful for trained biblical counselors in Israel.
(10:25) Seeking help for life's challenges is normal.
(14:56) Counseling helps with trust issues during the war.
(18:14) Facing uncertainty, faith brings challenging questions.
(21:08) David's hope and trust in God.
(25:36) English speakers in Israel experience loneliness and isolation.
(26:54) Longing and hardship during service in the war.
(31:26) Men in the congregation share emotions, which is a helpful exercise.
(35:24) Pray for Karnovsky's and Makom Belev's ministry.
(42:30) Vision for enriching the lives of young adults.
(48:22) The Grace of God transformed our difficult journey.
(52:02) Spiritual search with Jillian led to integration.

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Verse of the Day:

Isaiah 35:34. Strengthen the weak ends, and make firm the feeble knees. Say to those who have an anxious heart, be strong, fear not.

Prayer Request:

Pray for Sasha and Lillian that the Lord would give them the grace, the wisdom, the physical and emotional strength to keep going.
Pray for the ministry of Makom Belev that it can grow and expand because there are quite a few differently-abled and special needs people in Israel, as in every country.

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Joel C. Rosenberg is a New York Times bestselling author & Middle East expert. He has spent 20 years bringing a uniquely Biblical view on the Epicenter; this podcast will share insights from his private meetings with presidents, prime ministers, kings, and clerics.

Lynn A. Rosenberg is the co-host of the Inside The Epicenter podcast, a gifted Bible teacher, and co-founder of The Joshua Fund. She holds a Master’s degree in leadership and theology from Western Seminary. Together with her husband, New York Times bestselling author Joel C. Rosenberg, she launched The Joshua Fund to strengthen the Church and bring life-saving aid across the Middle East. In 2014, they made aliyah to Israel with their four sons and now live in Jerusalem. As a dual U.S.-Israeli citizen, Lynn continues to teach, write, and lead with a heart anchored in the Epicenter. She has helped mobilize millions of dollars in ministry and humanitarian relief to Israel and neighboring nations. On the podcast, Lynn offers spiritual wisdom, global perspective, and a deep passion for God’s redemptive work in the region.