I do not understand the Christian infatuation over Israel and what appears to be the aiding and defending of them, without question, as they continue their war of retaliation against Islamic terror groups for the attacks of October 7th, 2023. It is not a biblical position as far as I can tell, and the differences between Christian’s and Jews could hardly be more clear. Israel can defend themselves as they see fit. I object to our aid and the notion that we are on the side of God in this battle by supporting Israel.

Judaism, the religion of Rabbis, studies the Torah (the Books of the Law), not so much so they can obey it, but rather, to determine how to better get around the commandments clearly laid down by God. It is a religion that relies on the legal interpretation of the law. Much like US Constitutional “scholars,” they are not so concerned with adhering to the law, but finding “loopholes” so they are not bound by its clear dictates. The Talmud is merely Jewish case law that permits the breaking of the law, and the rabbis are skilled in their ability to justify almost any activity despite the explicit language of the Old Testament. It becomes almost comical when rabbis must discern and “rule” on whether or not pushing an elevator button or turning on a tea kettle on the Sabbath constitutes “work,” and hence, a breaking of the 4th Commandment, for example. In this regard, the law is certainly a hard taskmaster and the Rabbis who adjudicate such nonsensical views merely legalists. There is nothing remotely Christian, on any level, in obedience to the Law.

Isaiah 5:20 gives a very specific warning, “Woe to those who call evil good, and good evil; who put darkness for light, and light for darkness; who put bitter for sweet, and sweet for bitter. That encapsulates the rabbinic tradition. Thousands of rabbis deciding what is right and what is wrong, and redefining both over time as they desire, not as God instructed. Judaism and Christianity are opposites in many ways, despite their shared histories. Not all Israel, is of Israel; the physical and spiritual are not the same. The connection Western Christians have to the defence of Israel is both baffling, and bad theology.

As the war continues to rage in Israel and Gaza, between the people of Isaac and Ishmael, we should pray for peace, but not shed an ounce of blood or contribute to the bloodshed of many.
This is a millennial hatred that few understand, and we are told, will never end. Israel has killed far more Palestinians in retaliation and they are not without guilt. My country, and my tax dollars, should not aid in the continued slaughter of bystanders, and my Christian faith is not tied to the outcome.

War is the greatest of earthly evils and those who want it and relish it should be judged harshly. Western antagonism of these foreign wars should be opposed by good people everywhere. I cannot stand with either side in this battle; it is not my fight.