Peacemaking in the Middle East with Mercy Aiken

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Tim welcomes peace advocate, author, and pilgrim guide Mercy Aiken back to the show! As she prepares to move to Jordan with Peace Catalyst International, Mercy unpacks the complexity of the Israel-Palestine conflict, explains the transformative power of pilgrimages, and offers on-the-ground insights into the unfolding humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

If you're looking for an honest, hope-filled conversation about peacemaking, justice, and what Jesus really meant in His most unsettling teachings, this episode is for you.

💬 In This Episode:

•Mercy’s upcoming move to Jordan and work with Peace Catalyst International

•What makes a “peacemaking pilgrimage” so different from a typical Holy Land tour

•Why Western Christians must reconsider their understanding of modern Israel and biblical prophecy

•How Mercy’s team connects visitors with Christian, Muslim, and Jewish peacemakers in the Middle East

•The urgent need in Gaza and how you can help families with food, tents, and medical support

•A candid discussion on the impact of war, occupation, and theology on real lives today

•Jesus’ “hard sayings” and how they challenge us to reorient our theology and compassion

•Practical ways to stand with the vulnerable and follow Jesus into the messy middle

🔗 Links & Resources:

💠 Give a Winter Relief Package to a family in Gaza:
https://impactnations.com/relief-gaza

💠 Support Mercy Aiken & learn more about Peace Catalyst:
https://peacecatalyst.org

💠 Subscribe to the podcast or leave us a message at: impactnations.com/podcast

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Context of the Conversation
02:43 Mercy's Upcoming Move to Jordan
11:56 The Importance of Pilgrimages and Peacemaking
22:18 Engaging with the Reality of the Holy Land
27:49 Navigating Conversations on Israel and Palestine
39:53 Understanding the Historical Context of the Conflict
44:02 Current Situation in Gaza
01:01:10 Call to Action and Support for Gaza
01:07:25 Conclusion and Future Plans

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