Bear and Badger were still only seven months old, and they needed a lot of care and training. They had to learn that this was their territory. Their job was to protect the trees from deer, foxes, and other animals, in addition to anything else that...
Author - Luke Hilton
Originally from Virginia Beach, VA, Luke discovered his passion for Israel at age of 16. Since then, he's shared the story of Israel's restoration across the globe through speaking tours, films, and articles, inspiring Christian Zionists to stand in support of Israel.
Luke is based out of Israel, serves as Director of Marketing for HaYovel and is an author and show host for The Israel Guys.
If you think that 2020 has left you with nothing to be thankful for this Thanksgiving, I would like you to take a step back. If we wear the correct glasses, I believe there is much beauty from 2020 that can be seen. I’ll be the first to admit...
In an unassuming way, the United States has been taking steps to show the world that Jewish life in Judea and Samaria is normal and right. There is a report this week that Secretary of State Mike Pompeo will not only visit the Golan Heights on his...
In the midst of American political craziness, planting trees in Israel should give us hope. Israeli citizens are nearly as much interested in the outcome of the 2020 presidential elections as Americans. For years, Israel’s policies have been greatly...
This week’s article will be a bit different as we deviate from our normal topics to discuss the U.S. elections taking place next Tuesday. If you have not seen our latest show on the Joshua and Caleb Report entitled, “How Would Joe Biden Treat Israel...
Israel’s seven-month building freeze broken while thousands of trees are about to be planted in the heartland Are you ready for good news? This week has seen a number of positive events taking place in Israel, especially the biblical heartland...
It has been an honor to bring you the Heartland Report each week for nearly a year. Praise God; we have been able to connect tens of thousands of Christians each week with the truth about Jerusalem, Judea, and Samaria. Now it’s time to grow. ...
In a normal year, tens of thousands of Christians from all over the world would travel to Israel to celebrate the feast of Tabernacles. This year, Jerusalem’s streets are empty. Not only is there no one here from the nations, but Israelis are not...
Grape Harvest in Israel’s Heartland Delayed Until Arrival of Evangelical Volunteers This year’s grape harvest in Judea and Samaria is ripening nearly three weeks late and just in time for HaYovel’s volunteers to arrive in the country, even...
Initially, it sounded absolutely historic. One could even call it miraculous. It hasn’t happened in 26 years, and this is only the third time that it has happened in the last 72 years. It’s hard not to consider it a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity...
Let’s not talk about politics, protests, riots, or COVID-19. It’s just a hunch, but I’m guessing you’re ready to hear about something else. Let’s talk about a phenomenon. A miracle, actually. Are you ready? The land of Israel is a tiny piece of real...
Violent riots have swept America in recent months. At the same time, there have been more and more protests in Israel. In both countries there is a huge distrust of their governments. And because of the riots, protests, and the COVID-19 pandemic...
Today is considered to be the saddest day of the year on the Hebrew calendar, even more so than Yom Kippur (Day of Atonement). Why? Today is the 9th of Av, a day on which both temples were destroyed as well as a day which marks a remarkable number...
There’s no doubt that former US National Security Advisor John Bolton has made some waves in the last several months. Whether or not you love or hate him regarding the highly controversial release of his recent book, which in many ways bashed...
This week’s article will be a little out of the ordinary. When COVID-19 first struck, we were all hopeful that the restrictions would only last a short time and the world would return back to normal soon. It didn’t. More than half...
July 1st was a date many in Israel had their hopes pinned on. It was the first possible date, according to President Trump’s “Deal of the Century” peace plan, when Israel could advance the application of sovereignty in Judea and Samaria. Many...
I know US news is claiming your attention right now. From riots, protests, lockdowns, COVID-19, and more, the daily news and social media feeds are enough to make one’s head spin. However, I’ve been encouraged to see stories of revival, prayer, and...
When COVID-19 officially became a world pandemic, about half of our staff was in Israel and the other half in the U.S. Since then, as you can imagine, everyone has been stuck in place, and we still don’t know when our staff will be able to return to...
Many Christians are familiar with the feast of Tabernacles, or Sukkot as it is more commonly known in Israel. Many of you have probably celebrated a Passover seder before as well, and are appreciative of the beautiful significance that it brought to...
When the smoke from Israel’s war of independence cleared in 1948, there was no doubt about the miraculous outcome. Against all odds, Israel had not only survived, but managed to declare and establish their own state! Who would have thought? Of...