LAX to Istanbul, Istanbul to Tel Aviv

Psalm 145: 3-5
“The LORD is great and is highly praised; his greatness is unsearchable. One generation will declare your works to the next and will proclaim your mighty acts. I will speak of your splendor and glorious majesty and your wondrous works.”

The day is finally here! We are on our way to Israel after many months of planning, praying, mental and spiritually preparation, and after all the study prep and packing details... IT”S FINALLY HERE!!! Our group met at NCC Vista campus Tuesday afternoon to catch our charter bus to LAX. The excitement in the air was high and everyone was looking forward to finally putting names to faces.

Itʼs only the first day of our trip to Israel and friendships are taking shape. Itʼs been wonderful to hear from so many about how God is already answering prayers and reminding us of His faithfulness even before we touch down in the Holy Land.

We are now on our last flight and will be in Tel Aviv tonight. After a few hours of much needed sleep we plan to be up bright and early, ready for an adventure packed day stopping at sites like Yad Hashmonah (biblical Garden), Beth Shemesh, Azekah (Battle between David and Goliath, Beth Guvrin (underground city) and ending the day at the Dead Sea.

Thank you for your continued prayers as we seek to learn more about our Everlasting God!