Good Day Everyone!

We are nearing the end of the month, and I would like to tell everyone how much I enjoy being able to bring you news, and tid-bits and hopefully a little inspiration from here in the Holy Land.

These blogs are a great way to connect with the events of today – in all their complexity, and with the events of the Bible – in all their reality!

I do trust you all enjoy them as much as I enjoy the opportunity to share with you.

There's a lot going on this next month of November through the ministry of LeSEA Broadcasting. But I need to share that I won't be able to be with you during the coming month – and I'll be missing you!

I know Chuck Freeby and the rest of the set will keep you up to date on the situation here in Israel.

And for a good part of the month you will be able to tune into the Harvest Show and remain connected to the Holy Land as Pete Sumrall will be here hosting the wonderful pilgrim experience for those on the LeSEA Tour of a lifetime.

So wipe away those tears – there's plenty happening – and make The Harvest Show a part of your weekday routine.

We'll be in touch in December – and until then, may God's Grace and Peace be with you, and the Middle East.

Brian Bush Middle East Correspondent LeSEA Broadcasting

Hi Friends!

Just wanted to say how lovely it was to see all the good folks in studio today who make your Harvest Show viewing possible.

Thank you for watching the show, and we'll see you when I am back in Jerusalem,

Brian Bush Middle East Corespondent LeSEA Broadcasting

Hi Folks,

Just want to drop you a line to say that I'll see you all live in the Studio on Tuesday's Harvest Show!

Why not consider sending in a question?!

You can reach the set instantly by: live@lesea.com

You all have a super weekend - Enjoy the Pulse Festival, and we'll see you Tuesday!

Brian Bush Middle East Corespondent LeSEA Broadcasting

Hi friends,

Today there is a graduation in our family!

I am so proud of my daughter and her accomplishments. She has really 'buckled down' and demonstrated her ability to learn and perform in an academic way.

What has impressed me has been that she never resisted the extra effort. She did what was needed to do. And then – she learned her lesson that her human will is a very powerful tool for her.

She understands that she is a minority over here – but has a good gift at simply getting along and dwelling on the common good as opposed to differences.

She has a global outlook (something quite rare here in Jerusalem), and is ecologically minded.

All this wraps up in the word: CARE

She cares for her friends, she cares for her family, she cares for the environment in which she lives, and she cares about herself.

And just so that it is clear – as a parent, I am thankful most of all for her unswerving love of God. It isn't easy growing up as a Christian kid here – but she's doing it – and I dare say;

To the Glory of God.

A proud father named Brian

Well, it's that time of year where the school year is winding down and preparation is underway to get good grades on the final exams. My kids got a whole battery of tests to evaluate what they've learned and procrastination, distractions, and the creative ability to make alibis are at their zenith!

How does it all play out over here in Jerusalem? Probably not too different from anywhere else in the world.

In school kids learn a lot right? ...and then they learn 'other things'. Sometimes kids learn to inflate themselves and their accomplishments. They learn how to hide their hurts – and it's no different over here.

In our house we are trying to teach our children how to be genuine, authentic people. We pray that they will grow to be individuals who will admit their struggles and actively seek God and His love and forgiveness. That definitely goes against the grain!

Even in this setting of traditional families and conservative practice there are huge amounts of brokenness in both kids and adults. People often won't seek help - it is perceived as a sign of weakness.

We want our children to learn that we can't do it all on our own. We want them to learn that God will help them if they call upon Him. And lastly, that God will put into them His desires for their hearts if they surrender their wills to His.

The first step is always the hardest - acknowledging need. And really - before we ask the question to our kids – we've got to ask ourselves;

"What are we doing with our lives?"

Over here there's a really bad habit of putting things off... don't do it! I'm guilty of that... I have to constantly evaluate what changes can be made today – not just for my future – but also for my kids!

And what does the future hold?

A time is coming and has now come when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth, for they are the kind of worshipers the Father seeks. God is spirit, and his worshipers must worship in spirit and in truth. -- John 4:23,24

Focus and make a difference in your life and in your family. Learn to help them pass God's test!

All the best,

Brian