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• Teaches both print and script, so you will be ready to read, July 2010 speak, and write Hebrew in Israel and in Heaven. • Assumes no prior knowledge and progresses gradually, so Dear even the fainthearted will find immediate value. • Nurtures you along a friendly course toward a unique intimacy Shop windows throughout Israel display T-shirts imprinted with God’s language, Land, and People. with the slogan: “America, don’t worry, Israel is behind you.” Unlike most academic books on biblical Hebrew, this course provides a step-by-step approach that will enable you to Advertising executives know that catchy fashions understand the Hebraic mindset while learning the alphabet and statements come and go. But this little slogan has and vowel signs. Studying at your own pace, you will master the Hebrew alphabet, sound out actual Hebrew words, and been around Israel for decades. I think its enduring begin connecting your studies with your heart by reading presence is less about fashion and more a way for Bible Hebrew prayers, blessings, and even passages from Scripture! Believers to share their belief that our Christian country’s interests Have you ever: are cosmically intertwined with Jewish Israel’s. • Wanted to study the Scriptures in the original Hebrew, but gave up the idea because it might require too much time? I couldn’t help feeling that the “America, don’t worry, Israel is behind you” • Desired to recite the ancient Hebrew prayers and blessings, but didn’t know where to begin? sentiment was alive and well in America when I recently attended a domestic • Wished you could decipher the Hebrew Text while doing Bible study or research? terrorism-training workshop led by Jews. • Thought to enjoy the blessing of a home Shabbat ceremony, but didn’t know where to begin? As you may recall, I volunteer as a reserve police detective. In that capacity • Wondered what it means to have a “circumcised heart”and to be made a partaker of the covenants? and along with three hundred fellow officers in North Texas, I attended a hate If any of this describes you, then Zola’s Introduction to Hebrew Prices include crime seminar put on for the police by the Anti-Defamation League (ADL). It was is for you! shipping 7/2010. Please allow 4-5 a real blessing to see law enforcement officers team up with a significant Jewish ___ Introduction to Hebrew book, 1 copy — $35 weeks for order “watch dog” organization. The ADL helped us come to terms with domestic processing. ___ Introduction to Hebrew book, 2 copies — $65 terrorism, hate groups, and the developing threat imposed by one particular hate group: Muslim extremists—both in and from the USA. Please return this card with your donation and/or order. Thanks. 1007

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Homegrown, anti-American, Muslim radicals range from little known for Planet Earth DVD American terrorists like David Coleman Headley—the lead man in scouting out Jeff compares today’s news to yesterday’s prophecies, demonstrating sites for the horrific Mumbai massacre—to the more recently exposed and better that we live in ominous times. Co-host Sandra gives key insights known (NY)-born Faisal Shahzad, commonly referred to as the failed regarding world events with a Word-inspired perspective. Zola contributes with classic teaching episodes, interview segments, and “Times Square Bomber.” Both men fare from the States. Headley, in fact, used his timeless music. Eight 30-Minute TV programs on Two DVDs “American looks” to disguise his evil, Islamic-inspired intentions as the The Personal Battle Focuses on Daniel’s personal faith and piety, and underscores the importance of individuals being “ready” at day’s end. Looks at what was on Muslim frontman for the massacre Daniel’s mind and in his heart. in India. The Battle for Time History is not spiraling out of control, but is moving in accordance with a predetermined plan. Daniel’s prophecies mention Jesus’ first coming, His death, the destruction of Jerusalem, the re-gathering of Israel, Even all-American-looking the still-to-come Tribulation period, the Messiah’s second coming, and the final battle. women like “Jihad Jane” and “Jihad The Culture Battle Those troubled by today’s headlines will appreciate Daniel’s ancient prophecies of a “Western” Jamie”—respectively, forty-six-year- (Greek) culture squaring off against an “Eastern”(Persian) culture. These connections prove both interesting and alarming. old Colleen Larose and thirty-one- The Spiritual Battle That we “wrestle not with flesh and blood” becomes apparent as we consider the emergence year-old Jamie Paudin-Ramirez— and naming of “archangels”—both Gabriel and Michael. Here we discuss the roles and functions of angels, particularly went over to the “dark side.” They their service in helping Believers personally and Israel politically. recently gave their hearts and minds The Leader of the Evil Empire Characteristics of the antiChrist’s person and administration are considered in this to the cause of radical Islam. Such segment, along with a brief description of his limits and eventual demise. examples remind us that American women and men can fall prey to the pathological, The Battle Plan This program considers the antiChrist’s temporary dominion and his displacement when the Messiah demon-inspired religious visions espoused under Islam. eventually returns. Daniel notes the devil’s influence over the world, informing us that his day will come—at the end.

The Battle Royal, I The dreaded “Battle of Armageddon” is explored as we examine Daniel’s prophetic assessment One would expect more civility from someone educated, like Army of the world’s final countdown and conflict. psychiatrist Nidal Malik Hasan. However, he unleashed his misplaced religious The Battle Royal, II We follow Christ’s triumphant entrance onto the stage of the human drama Prices Include fury and killed over a dozen servicemen in Texas last year—an act ranking second and witness the consequent displacement of wickedness. After we explore the prophetic words Shipping 7/2010 of John and Zechariah, viewers’ hearts will warm as we say, “He is coming soon—be ready!” Please allow 4-5 in devastation to the World Trade Towers attack. Dr. Hasan’s joining the 9/11 weeks for order malcontents reminds us that higher social class, better education, and higher ___ Daniel and the Last Days’ Battle TV Series on DVD — $56 processing. wages do not stem the jihadist’s rage. ___ Daniel and the Last Days’ Battle TV Series, 2 Copies — $106 Box 12268 • Dallas, TX 75225 • 1-800-WONDERS (966-3377) for credit card orders over $10 One of Hasan’s confidants, American-born Imam Anwar al-Awlaki, also PLEASE DO A MITZVAH! (good deed) We want to defrauded the American government. He gouged American taxpayers for a U.S. make sure Zola Levitt Presents remains on the TV stations education (all the way to a Ph.D.) and used his escalating status to become the ❏ My check is enclosed for $______and networks whose audiences have responded with ministry support and orders for materials. In order to record audience American-born poster-boy for Islamic belligerents. response for particular television stations and networks, ❏ Please charge $______to: we need to know the call letters and channel number of

It saddens me to report that being part-Jewish did nothing to dissuade your station or network. another American-born poster boy— from Orange County, ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ Thank you for providing the information below —and for ➤ voting for your station. If you have given us this infor- California—from becoming the English voice for the most notorious group of all: mation in the past, you do not need to give it again al-Qaeda. Card #______unless your station or viewing time has changed. I view Zola Levitt Presents on: In another case of misplaced religious affiliations, Omar Hammami was Expires____/____ Card ID#______Channel______or ______on ______at (call letters) (day of the week) ______(time) AND/OR (continued p. 5) Cardholder’s FOR CABLE/SATELLITE VIEWERS ONLY: ❏ABC-FAM ❏INSP Signature______❏ION ❏DAYSTAR ❏TCT ❏OTHER______2 Daniel and the Last Days’ Battle 3

Homegrown, anti-American, Muslim radicals range from little known for Planet Earth DVD American terrorists like David Coleman Headley—the lead man in scouting out Jeff compares today’s news to yesterday’s prophecies, demonstrating sites for the horrific Mumbai massacre—to the more recently exposed and better that we live in ominous times. Co-host Sandra gives key insights known Queens (NY)-born Faisal Shahzad, commonly referred to as the failed regarding world events with a Word-inspired perspective. Zola contributes with classic teaching episodes, interview segments, and “Times Square Bomber.” Both men fare from the States. Headley, in fact, used his timeless music. Eight 30-Minute TV programs on Two DVDs “American looks” to disguise his evil, Islamic-inspired intentions as the The Personal Battle Focuses on Daniel’s personal faith and piety, and underscores the importance of individuals being “ready” at day’s end. Looks at what was on Muslim frontman for the massacre Daniel’s mind and in his heart. in India. The Battle for Time History is not spiraling out of control, but is moving in accordance with a predetermined plan. Daniel’s prophecies mention Jesus’ first coming, His death, the destruction of Jerusalem, the re-gathering of Israel, Even all-American-looking the still-to-come Tribulation period, the Messiah’s second coming, and the final battle. women like “Jihad Jane” and “Jihad The Culture Battle Those troubled by today’s headlines will appreciate Daniel’s ancient prophecies of a “Western” Jamie”—respectively, forty-six-year- (Greek) culture squaring off against an “Eastern”(Persian) culture. These connections prove both interesting and alarming. old Colleen Larose and thirty-one- The Spiritual Battle That we “wrestle not with flesh and blood” becomes apparent as we consider the emergence year-old Jamie Paudin-Ramirez— and naming of “archangels”—both Gabriel and Michael. Here we discuss the roles and functions of angels, particularly went over to the “dark side.” They their service in helping Believers personally and Israel politically. recently gave their hearts and minds The Leader of the Evil Empire Characteristics of the antiChrist’s person and administration are considered in this to the cause of radical Islam. Such segment, along with a brief description of his limits and eventual demise. examples remind us that American women and men can fall prey to the pathological, The Battle Plan This program considers the antiChrist’s temporary dominion and his displacement when the Messiah demon-inspired religious visions espoused under Islam. eventually returns. Daniel notes the devil’s influence over the world, informing us that his day will come—at the end.

The Battle Royal, I The dreaded “Battle of Armageddon” is explored as we examine Daniel’s prophetic assessment One would expect more civility from someone educated, like Army of the world’s final countdown and conflict. psychiatrist Nidal Malik Hasan. However, he unleashed his misplaced religious The Battle Royal, II We follow Christ’s triumphant entrance onto the stage of the human drama Prices Include fury and killed over a dozen servicemen in Texas last year—an act ranking second and witness the consequent displacement of wickedness. After we explore the prophetic words Shipping 7/2010 of John and Zechariah, viewers’ hearts will warm as we say, “He is coming soon—be ready!” Please allow 4-5 in devastation to the World Trade Towers attack. Dr. Hasan’s joining the 9/11 weeks for order malcontents reminds us that higher social class, better education, and higher ___ Daniel and the Last Days’ Battle TV Series on DVD — $56 processing. wages do not stem the jihadist’s rage. ___ Daniel and the Last Days’ Battle TV Series, 2 Copies — $106 Box 12268 • Dallas, TX 75225 • 1-800-WONDERS (966-3377) for credit card orders over $10 One of Hasan’s confidants, American-born Imam Anwar al-Awlaki, also PLEASE DO A MITZVAH! (good deed) We want to defrauded the American government. He gouged American taxpayers for a U.S. make sure Zola Levitt Presents remains on the TV stations education (all the way to a Ph.D.) and used his escalating status to become the ❏ My check is enclosed for $______and networks whose audiences have responded with ministry support and orders for materials. In order to record audience American-born poster-boy for Islamic belligerents. response for particular television stations and networks, ❏ Please charge $______to: we need to know the call letters and channel number of

It saddens me to report that being part-Jewish did nothing to dissuade your station or network. another American-born poster boy—Adam Yahiye Gadahn from Orange County, ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ Thank you for providing the information below —and for ➤ voting for your station. If you have given us this infor- California—from becoming the English voice for the most notorious group of all: mation in the past, you do not need to give it again al-Qaeda. Card #______unless your station or viewing time has changed. I view Zola Levitt Presents on: In another case of misplaced religious affiliations, Omar Hammami was Expires____/____ Card ID#______Channel______or ______on ______at (call letters) (day of the week) ______(time) AND/OR (continued p. 5) Cardholder’s FOR CABLE/SATELLITE VIEWERS ONLY: ❏ABC-FAM ❏INSP Signature______❏ION ❏DAYSTAR ❏TCT ❏OTHER______Books, DVDs, CDs,Tapes, Songs, Zola’s Introduction to Hebrew study book 4 Church Speaking, Israel Tours, Why is there no better book for learning the basics of biblical Hebrew? International Television Because Zola’s Ultimate Hebrew Primer: www.levitt.com

• Teaches both print and script, so you will be ready to read, July 2010 speak, and write Hebrew in Israel and in Heaven. • Assumes no prior knowledge and progresses gradually, so Dear even the fainthearted will find immediate value. • Nurtures you along a friendly course toward a unique intimacy Shop windows throughout Israel display T-shirts imprinted with God’s language, Land, and People. with the slogan: “America, don’t worry, Israel is behind you.” Unlike most academic books on biblical Hebrew, this course provides a step-by-step approach that will enable you to Advertising executives know that catchy fashions understand the Hebraic mindset while learning the alphabet and statements come and go. But this little slogan has and vowel signs. Studying at your own pace, you will master the Hebrew alphabet, sound out actual Hebrew words, and been around Israel for decades. I think its enduring begin connecting your studies with your heart by reading presence is less about fashion and more a way for Bible Hebrew prayers, blessings, and even passages from Scripture! Believers to share their belief that our Christian country’s interests Have you ever: are cosmically intertwined with Jewish Israel’s. • Wanted to study the Scriptures in the original Hebrew, but gave up the idea because it might require too much time? I couldn’t help feeling that the “America, don’t worry, Israel is behind you” • Desired to recite the ancient Hebrew prayers and blessings, but didn’t know where to begin? sentiment was alive and well in America when I recently attended a domestic • Wished you could decipher the Hebrew Text while doing Bible study or research? terrorism-training workshop led by Jews. • Thought to enjoy the blessing of a home Shabbat ceremony, but didn’t know where to begin? As you may recall, I volunteer as a reserve police detective. In that capacity • Wondered what it means to have a “circumcised heart”and to be made a partaker of the covenants? and along with three hundred fellow officers in North Texas, I attended a hate If any of this describes you, then Zola’s Introduction to Hebrew Prices include crime seminar put on for the police by the Anti-Defamation League (ADL). It was is for you! shipping 7/2010. Please allow 4-5 a real blessing to see law enforcement officers team up with a significant Jewish ___ Introduction to Hebrew book, 1 copy — $35 weeks for order “watch dog” organization. The ADL helped us come to terms with domestic processing. ___ Introduction to Hebrew book, 2 copies — $65 terrorism, hate groups, and the developing threat imposed by one particular hate group: Muslim extremists—both in and from the USA. Please return this card with your donation and/or order. Thanks. 1007

Dear Jeff, (please check appropriate boxes) The Department of Homeland Security tracks one million potentially ❏ Reaching unbiblical “Christians” with anointed teaching should ___ Agree dangerous people. Though most of these are foreigners, the threat of American- prevent their unwitting betrayal of Jesus’ People and Israel. ___ Disagree born terrorists seems to be growing. Lest the latter concern seem trivial to you, ❏ Here is my gift for July. You can count on me to stand, and pray, with you on the front lines of this spiritual battle. $______remember that approximately one hundred American Muslim terrorists have been arrested since the World Trade Towers were felled by foreign, religious extremists ❏ I am ordering teaching materials on the enclosed pages totaling: $______back in 2001. Please complete the form on the Zola’s That number is rising. reverse side. Mitzvah & Materials (over please) Order Card

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God Rewards the Righteous. God uses irony to give the wicked and the righteous their born to a Baptist pastor in Alabama, yet took the name Abu Mansour al-Amriki just deserts. God’s ways are often mysterious to us, but we see the eventual triumph of the upon becoming a terrorist. righteous—then as now. Some time back, Shirwa Ahmed became the first American suicide bomber. Unlike the focus of this series, Queen Esther, our ministry doesn’t have the royal resources of a kingdom stretching from India on the east to Ethiopia on the west. As you might suppose, I could go on... We’ve pretty much covered the costs of our Middle East shoot and the production work in the States. Now we’re facing the sizable financial demands of our secular Beyond their connections to the of America, these men and women and religious television networks to air the programs. Though we viewers think of have in common their jettisoned allegiance to America. They opt for allegiance to the television as free for the watching, making and delivering programs never is. Faith- ummah—the Islamic brotherhood—and betrayal of family and country. based ministries like ours can only hope to inspire supporters who might wish to sow a missionary, faith seed. I’ll pray that the Lord will speak to you on our behalf. Is the threat from these and other American-born extremists overblown, as some hope? Please remember, Israel awaits you. I am happy to report that my wife, Patty, will accompany me and our group on this fall’s Holy Land trip. I’m looking forward Dr. John Mueller, professor of political science at Ohio State University, to introducing her to our wonderful pilgrims and to having them meet her. How argues that it is. He wrote “Is There Still a Terrorist Threat” for Foreign Affairs about you? Please call 214-696-9760 and ask our travel manager Tracie how to get (www.foreignaffairs.com/search/61911) and opined that: started. Our fall schedule offers all the options to help you make the most of your travel to the Holy Land. “For years, Americans have been regularly regaled with dire predictions of another major al-Qaeda attack in the United States. In 2003, a group of 200 senior Oct. 12 – 27: Grand Athens (Athens and Israel) government officials and business executives, many of them specialists in security Oct. 12 – 31: Ultra Grand (Athens, Israel, Petra) and terrorism, pronounced it likely that a terrorist strike more Oct. 17 – 27: Deluxe (Israel) Oct. 17 – 31: Grand Petra (Israel and Petra) devastating than 9/11—possibly involving weapons of mass destruction—would occur before the end of 2004. Come and get one of those T-shirts I told you about in the first paragraph. You’ll like wearing an “Israel is behind In May 2004, Attorney General John Ashcroft warned that you” shirt, knowing that you too are standing behind Israel— al-Qaeda could “hit hard” in the next few months and said that and with us. 90 percent of the arrangements for an attack on U.S. soil were complete. That fall, Newsweek reported that it was “practically an article of faith among counterterrorism See you in Israel. officials” that al-Qaeda would strike in the run-up to the November 2004 election.

When that “October surprise” failed to materialize, the focus shifted: a taped Your messenger, encyclical from Osama bin Laden, it was said, demonstrated that he was too weak to attack before the election but was marshalling his resources to do so months after it. P.S. I just read about a well-known television evangelist who is building a multi- million dollar mansion for himself—in the name of his personal ministry. The cost On the first page of its founding manifesto, the massively funded Department of that homestead alone would help us deliver the Gospel into millions of homes of Homeland Security intones, “Today’s terrorists can strike at any place, at any for months. Personally, I sleep just fine in my modest home in the suburbs. But, I’ll time, and with virtually any weapon.” rest easier once our ministry has recovered from the lackluster year of 2009. We’d be blessed with anything extra you have to share. But if it is so easy to pull off an attack and if terrorists are so demonically

(continued p. 6) 6 7 competent, why have they not done it? Why have they not been sniping at Days’ “wars and rumors of wars,” Jesus warned that betrayal will abound just as people in shopping centers, collapsing tunnels, poisoning the food supply, wickedness multiplies (Matthew 24). cutting electrical lines, derailing trains, blowing up oil pipelines, causing massive traffic jams, or exploiting the countless other vulnerabilities that, Connecting the dots between the Sacred Word and our world is not a job according to security experts, could so easily be exploited? for foreign policy experts, security analysts, university professors, or evening news anchors. It is a job for well-informed Bible Believers—people like me and you. One reasonable explanation is that almost no terrorists exist in the United States and few have the means or the inclination to strike from abroad.” Tragically—and in another sort of betrayal—many self-described Christians in the United States actually support the terrorists’ position. Without even a casual His reasoning leads him to the conclusion that the threat has been over- reading of the Bible, they argue that: played. He has a point. However, here’s a different perspective.” Jews have no business in Israel, Americans have no business supporting Jews, and Writing for In Homeland Security: News & Analysis of Critical Issues in American support of Israel justifies any attack by terrorists. Terrorism & Homeland Defense (http://inhomelandsecurity.com), William Tucker recently published “More on the Multiple Terror Plots Against the U.S.” (May 21, Their ignorance of the Bible leads them to unwittingly betray the Land and 2010) and informed: People of Jesus, the Savior they claim to worship. Ironically, they consider people like you and me the problem. I get this type of hate mail all the time. Being on the “CIA Director Leon Panetta and National Security Adviser Jim “front lines” of this spiritual battle brings all sorts of hazards. Supported by the Jones recently traveled to to discuss the threat posed prayers of friends, I press on with a clear, concise message for this muddied world. by the Pakistani Taliban to the U.S. homeland. For those that follow the In Homeland Security blog and the readers from my This ministry’s most recent made-for-television series, former World of Terrorism blog, you will likely recognize the ongoing threat For Such a Time as This, is just such a message. In fact, its posed to U.S. interests from Pakistani militants that I have discussed in the past. eight programs are scheduled to begin broadcasting right In regard to my past statements on the Pakistani Taliban, it appears as if the about the time you receive this letter. Below are descriptions recent trend in reporting and information being leaked by the U.S. government of the programs you’ll see on Zola Levitt Presents starting in seems to validate my earlier analysis. late June, depending on what station you watch. The final three episodes will run to completion in August. The volume of threats posed to the U.S. homeland has been steadily increasing Beautiful Inside and Out. Does God use women? Yes, He does! since last fall and shows no signs of abating. The U.S. has been relatively fortunate We begin by considering Esther’s rise and wicked Queen Vashti’s that the attempted terror plots directed against American cities have been rather demise, and note how God elevates individuals to places of influence—then as now. amateurish; however, it is only a matter of time before someone gets it right. Because of the strain that has been put on the U.S. security establishment, the Chosen for a Purpose. Though wickedness surfaces in various ways in every generation, God need for the vigilance of the American citizenry cannot be [overstated].” positions His people to thwart the devil’s plans and fulfill His own. Here, we examine Mordecai and Esther’s placement—and our own; for we, too, are called to God’s work. Threats from a “fifth column” in the States—being assaulted by our very Called to be Courageous. Faced with a plot to destroy the Jews, Esther wavers but decides own—seem to be growing. her sacrifice is worth it, and declares, “If I perish, I perish!” Would that we all had such resolve!

So there you have it. Two perspectives. Undone by a Woman. Unbeknownst to the scheming Haman, the story’s courageous heroine hatches a plan to thwart him. The once-sheepish Esther becomes a shepherdess. She boldly But, rather than sound an alarm that we need to watch out for American takes on the wolf, thus guiding the saga to its peaceful conclusion. traitors and extremists, I want to draw attention to “betrayal.” In speaking of Last (continued p. 8) 6 7 competent, why have they not done it? Why have they not been sniping at Days’ “wars and rumors of wars,” Jesus warned that betrayal will abound just as people in shopping centers, collapsing tunnels, poisoning the food supply, wickedness multiplies (Matthew 24). cutting electrical lines, derailing trains, blowing up oil pipelines, causing massive traffic jams, or exploiting the countless other vulnerabilities that, Connecting the dots between the Sacred Word and our world is not a job according to security experts, could so easily be exploited? for foreign policy experts, security analysts, university professors, or evening news anchors. It is a job for well-informed Bible Believers—people like me and you. One reasonable explanation is that almost no terrorists exist in the United States and few have the means or the inclination to strike from abroad.” Tragically—and in another sort of betrayal—many self-described Christians in the United States actually support the terrorists’ position. Without even a casual His reasoning leads him to the conclusion that the threat has been over- reading of the Bible, they argue that: played. He has a point. However, here’s a different perspective.” Jews have no business in Israel, Americans have no business supporting Jews, and Writing for In Homeland Security: News & Analysis of Critical Issues in American support of Israel justifies any attack by terrorists. Terrorism & Homeland Defense (http://inhomelandsecurity.com), William Tucker recently published “More on the Multiple Terror Plots Against the U.S.” (May 21, Their ignorance of the Bible leads them to unwittingly betray the Land and 2010) and informed: People of Jesus, the Savior they claim to worship. Ironically, they consider people like you and me the problem. I get this type of hate mail all the time. Being on the “CIA Director Leon Panetta and National Security Adviser Jim “front lines” of this spiritual battle brings all sorts of hazards. Supported by the Jones recently traveled to Pakistan to discuss the threat posed prayers of friends, I press on with a clear, concise message for this muddied world. by the Pakistani Taliban to the U.S. homeland. For those that follow the In Homeland Security blog and the readers from my This ministry’s most recent made-for-television series, former World of Terrorism blog, you will likely recognize the ongoing threat For Such a Time as This, is just such a message. In fact, its posed to U.S. interests from Pakistani militants that I have discussed in the past. eight programs are scheduled to begin broadcasting right In regard to my past statements on the Pakistani Taliban, it appears as if the about the time you receive this letter. Below are descriptions recent trend in reporting and information being leaked by the U.S. government of the programs you’ll see on Zola Levitt Presents starting in seems to validate my earlier analysis. late June, depending on what station you watch. The final three episodes will run to completion in August. The volume of threats posed to the U.S. homeland has been steadily increasing Beautiful Inside and Out. Does God use women? Yes, He does! since last fall and shows no signs of abating. The U.S. has been relatively fortunate We begin by considering Esther’s rise and wicked Queen Vashti’s that the attempted terror plots directed against American cities have been rather demise, and note how God elevates individuals to places of influence—then as now. amateurish; however, it is only a matter of time before someone gets it right. Because of the strain that has been put on the U.S. security establishment, the Chosen for a Purpose. Though wickedness surfaces in various ways in every generation, God need for the vigilance of the American citizenry cannot be [overstated].” positions His people to thwart the devil’s plans and fulfill His own. Here, we examine Mordecai and Esther’s placement—and our own; for we, too, are called to God’s work. Threats from a “fifth column” in the States—being assaulted by our very Called to be Courageous. Faced with a plot to destroy the Jews, Esther wavers but decides own—seem to be growing. her sacrifice is worth it, and declares, “If I perish, I perish!” Would that we all had such resolve!

So there you have it. Two perspectives. Undone by a Woman. Unbeknownst to the scheming Haman, the story’s courageous heroine hatches a plan to thwart him. The once-sheepish Esther becomes a shepherdess. She boldly But, rather than sound an alarm that we need to watch out for American takes on the wolf, thus guiding the saga to its peaceful conclusion. traitors and extremists, I want to draw attention to “betrayal.” In speaking of Last (continued p. 8) 8 5

God Rewards the Righteous. God uses irony to give the wicked and the righteous their born to a Baptist pastor in Alabama, yet took the name Abu Mansour al-Amriki just deserts. God’s ways are often mysterious to us, but we see the eventual triumph of the upon becoming a terrorist. righteous—then as now. Some time back, Shirwa Ahmed became the first American suicide bomber. Unlike the focus of this series, Queen Esther, our ministry doesn’t have the royal resources of a kingdom stretching from India on the east to Ethiopia on the west. As you might suppose, I could go on... We’ve pretty much covered the costs of our Middle East shoot and the production work in the States. Now we’re facing the sizable financial demands of our secular Beyond their connections to the United States of America, these men and women and religious television networks to air the programs. Though we viewers think of have in common their jettisoned allegiance to America. They opt for allegiance to the television as free for the watching, making and delivering programs never is. Faith- ummah—the Islamic brotherhood—and betrayal of family and country. based ministries like ours can only hope to inspire supporters who might wish to sow a missionary, faith seed. I’ll pray that the Lord will speak to you on our behalf. Is the threat from these and other American-born extremists overblown, as some hope? Please remember, Israel awaits you. I am happy to report that my wife, Patty, will accompany me and our group on this fall’s Holy Land trip. I’m looking forward Dr. John Mueller, professor of political science at Ohio State University, to introducing her to our wonderful pilgrims and to having them meet her. How argues that it is. He wrote “Is There Still a Terrorist Threat” for Foreign Affairs about you? Please call 214-696-9760 and ask our travel manager Tracie how to get (www.foreignaffairs.com/search/61911) and opined that: started. Our fall schedule offers all the options to help you make the most of your travel to the Holy Land. “For years, Americans have been regularly regaled with dire predictions of another major al-Qaeda attack in the United States. In 2003, a group of 200 senior Oct. 12 – 27: Grand Athens (Athens and Israel) government officials and business executives, many of them specialists in security Oct. 12 – 31: Ultra Grand (Athens, Israel, Petra) and terrorism, pronounced it likely that a terrorist strike more Oct. 17 – 27: Deluxe (Israel) Oct. 17 – 31: Grand Petra (Israel and Petra) devastating than 9/11—possibly involving weapons of mass destruction—would occur before the end of 2004. Come and get one of those T-shirts I told you about in the first paragraph. You’ll like wearing an “Israel is behind In May 2004, Attorney General John Ashcroft warned that you” shirt, knowing that you too are standing behind Israel— al-Qaeda could “hit hard” in the next few months and said that and with us. 90 percent of the arrangements for an attack on U.S. soil were complete. That fall, Newsweek reported that it was “practically an article of faith among counterterrorism See you in Israel. officials” that al-Qaeda would strike in the run-up to the November 2004 election.

When that “October surprise” failed to materialize, the focus shifted: a taped Your messenger, encyclical from Osama bin Laden, it was said, demonstrated that he was too weak to attack before the election but was marshalling his resources to do so months after it. P.S. I just read about a well-known television evangelist who is building a multi- million dollar mansion for himself—in the name of his personal ministry. The cost On the first page of its founding manifesto, the massively funded Department of that homestead alone would help us deliver the Gospel into millions of homes of Homeland Security intones, “Today’s terrorists can strike at any place, at any for months. Personally, I sleep just fine in my modest home in the suburbs. But, I’ll time, and with virtually any weapon.” rest easier once our ministry has recovered from the lackluster year of 2009. We’d be blessed with anything extra you have to share. But if it is so easy to pull off an attack and if terrorists are so demonically

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