Eshkol Region: Enduring Past and Present Conflicts
On October 7, 2023, the Eshkol region in Southern Israel suffered a brutal attack by Hamas, recognized as one of the world's most dangerous terrorist organizations. The region became the epicenter of the Hamas Massacre, enduring unspeakable atrocities: women faced horrific violence, infants were killed, entire families were burned alive, and mothers, their babies, and Holocaust survivors were abducted into Hamas tunnels in Gaza. As the region continues to grapple with the scars of this tragedy, the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran in 2025 has heightened fears. Recent Iranian missile strikes, including targeting a major hospital in southern Israel, have compounded the region's trauma, threatening the fragile recovery of a community already devastated by violence.
Donate Now"And the light shines in the darkness, and the darkness did not comprehend it.”
John 1:5 (NKJV)
From Darkness to Light
In the aftermath of the devastating attack on the Eshkol region on October 7, 2023, and amidst the escalating tensions between Israel and Iran in 2025, the Eshkol community in Southern Israel faces unprecedented challenges. The initial assault left deep scars, claiming lives and shattering the sense of security for women, children, infants, and Holocaust survivors. Now, with the heightened regional conflict, including Iran's aggressive actions and Israel's defensive responses, the community endures ongoing fear and uncertainty. We are reaching out to ministry friends and partners for your vital support in a mission of hope and restoration.
The initiative, "From Darkness to Light," embodies our steadfast commitment to rebuild not only homes and safe-rooms but also hearts and spirits broken by violence and fear. Our efforts extend beyond physical reconstruction, aiming to foster resilience, nurture faith, and restore hope in a community facing both past trauma and present threats. Together, we can reaffirm the transformative power of unity and compassion in these trying times.
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Together, with the Jewish National Fund we can help demonstrate that faith, combined with collective action, can indeed illuminate the darkest moments, and forge a brighter, more hopeful future for the Eshkol Community. This is a comprehensive 3 year plan with multiple phases.
Help build multi-safe houses, as well as safe rooms attached to homes.
Construct ten command and control centers which will include a fire station, ambulance, and communication station.
Orphan care
PTSD care
Repairs and construction of homes
Support schools and education
Restore Parks
Help communities thrive!
Every Contribution, Regardless Of Its Size, Will Make A Substantial Difference In The Lives Of Those Affected In Eshkol.
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Better Is Coming 30-Day Devotional
With your gift of $1.00 or more.
In Better Is Coming: A 30-Day Journey of Hope and Renewal, Pastor Jentezen Franklin invites you to expect greater things even in the midst of struggles and challenges.
Better Is Coming Gift Set
With your gift of $500.00 or more.
Ready to reach new levels of faith in your prayer life and experience God’s presence in fresh ways? Request your Better Is Coming Gift Set, which includes a special Guided Prayer Journal, an encouraging Psalms Candle & Match Set, and Pastor Jentezen’s very own Legacy Study Bible!
Better Is Coming Collection
With your gift of $1,000.00 or more.
In thanks for your generosity to Israel at this crucial moment in their history, we’d love to send you a beautiful Oil Lamp replica and the “Light Over Darkness” Certificate. Both resources will serve to beautifully commemorate your support!
Our goal is simple yet profound:
To bring light over darkness, to give hope to the people of Eshkol. We can’t do everything, but we can do something miraculous in the Holy Land!