Today, we are seeing the literal fulfillment of bible prophesy as the God of Israel is bringing back to the land of Israel countless thousands of Jews who had been dispersed among the nations. Moreover, we have seen the land literally transformed, as the prophet Ezekiel spoke: "They will say, This land that was laid waste has become like the garden of Eden." (Ezek. 36:35).
However, many who have come back to the land of their fathers are experiencing great difficulties. Today the social problems in Israel are tremendous. There has been an increase in the breakdown of the family unit. Economic pressures have created a huge gap between rich and poor. The security problems of the nation have further exacerbated the situation. Many people have become disillusioned, lost hope, and are seeking means of escape.
Among young people, drug use has soared, with an accompanying fascination with New Age cults and occult practices. We now discover, in these days of the Restoration of Israel, an enormous problem with drug and alcohol addiction among both native-born ("Sabra") Israelis, as well as among immigrants, especially those who originated from the former Soviet Union.
It is estimated that there are today in Israel well over 20,000 hard core drug addicts and many more alcoholics. Drug and alcohol addiction is literally a matter of life and death for the men and women caught up in their deadly snare! Government funds are drying up and state run rehab centers are closing as Israel is entering yet another year of deep recession. The only answer for these men and women is Yeshua the Messiah; His love and His power.
The apostle Paul said: ""I have great heaviness and continual sorrow in my heart. For I could wish that I myself were accursed from Messiah for my brethren, my kinsman according to the flesh." (Romans 9:2-3). There is no greater burden in the heart of the Lord than to see salvation come to the house of Israel. There has been great growth in the Kingdom of God the last 25 years in Israe, but the greatest move of God is yet to come ("...and so all Israel shall be saved"). We are called to be a part of this work.
To this end, Beit Hayeshua (House of Salvation), was established as a non-profit organization in July, 2003. Its purpose is to pioneer a drug/alcohol rehab center in the Jerusalem area. This work is far greater than any one congregation. Therefore, we are closely cooperating with another Messianic rehab center in Haifa, as well as with pastors and spiritual leaders in Jerusalem.
