Shalom from the Friends of Israel Institute of Jewish Studies! We believe that the nation of Israel and the Jewish people are central to God’s plan of salvation for the world and that one cannot understand the Bible, the current world situation or prophetic events correctly without a proper recognition of Israel’s role in the purposes of God. For instance, the Bible is a book written mainly by predominantly Jewish authors to a predominantly Jewish audience, and ultimately about a Jewish Messiah, Jesus Christ. We believe that reading the Scriptures, both Old and New Testaments, from a Jewish perspective is the best way to truly understand what God is teaching.

As far as current events, what day passes without the situation in the Middle East or the nation of Israel dominating the news? How do God’s promises to Israel affect these events? How should Christians relate to Jews who do not recognize Jesus as the Messiah? These current issues, and many more, are discussed at IJS. Prophetically, how does Israel fit into God’s plan for the future? Since much of the Bible is prophecy, this is a topic that we at IJS discuss thoroughly.

Join with us as we learn to understand God and His Word better, as well as to serve Him better in ministry to the Jewish people and the world. IJS is a unique group of students, all of whom have committed themselves to one year of intense Bible study and to seeking God’s will for their lives. The class consists of about thirty students, from ages seventeen to seventy, from both Jewish and Gentile backgrounds. Through the year the class grows closer to the Lord and closer to each other.

If this sounds exciting and challenging to you, we would love to have you come join us! If you are interested in IJS and would like more information or would like to schedule a visit, please contact the IJS office at PBU.

In Christ,

William Krewson
Director, Institute of Jewish Studies
bkrewson@pbu.edu 215.702.4355

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