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Hostages Come Home, Your Word Is a Lamp in a Dark World, Jewish Brisket, and A glick hot dich getrofen (Episode #219)
🎙️ Jew and Gentile Podcast
Episode Title: God’s Word: A Lamp in a Dark World
Hosts: Chris Katulka & Steve Herzig
Date: Week of October 16, 2025
🕯️ Opening Thoughts
Chris:
All living Israeli hostages are home, but many of the deceased still haven’t been returned by Hamas — and that should weigh on all of us. Israel continues to live with the reality of evil nearby and moral confusion worldwide. Even Hitler knew when the war was over — but Hamas, even surrounded, can’t release its grip on Gaza. The world is watching, and Israel still stands.
✡️ Tikvah Team Spotlight
One of our Tikvah volunteers, a public school teacher in New Jersey, is courageously raising awareness about the NJEA magazine editor’s pro-Palestinian activism. Her work has drawn serious attention—Rep. Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ) has even called for the editor’s removal after antisemitic, violent posts came to light.
[Read more: https://newjerseyglobe.com/education/gottheimer-calls-for-firing-of-njea-magazine-editor-after-alleged-anti-semitic-violent-posts/]
Chris:
This is what courage looks like—standing for truth where God has placed you.
💬 Sticker Story
Chris: “My niece sells antiques online and got an order from Haifa, Israel. She slipped a few FOI ‘I Stand With Israel’ stickers in the box. That’s making the most of every opportunity.”
Colossians 4:5 — “Walk in wisdom toward outsiders, making the best use of the time.”
🕎 Psalm 119 Reflection – NUN (vv.105–112)
Theme: God’s Word Guides, Guards, and Grounds Us
Guides (105–106):
Guards (107–110):
Grounds (111–112):
🔰 Psalm 119 – SAMEK (vv.113–120)
Theme: Faith in the Midst of Enemies
Takeaway: People of faith will face opposition, but God’s Word gives direction, strength, and courage.
🗞️ News Round-Up
https://apple.news/AQQfjzL3mS8KJNjifAxAzNQ
(Context: Knesset rules forbid such displays in the plenum.)
💬 Yiddish Phrase of the Day
“A glick hot dich getrofen!” – literally “A piece of luck hit you!” but used sarcastically: “Big deal!”
Steve:
Perfect for when someone says, “I found the deal of the century,” and you reply—“A glick hot dich getrofen!”
📚 Closing Thoughts
In a world filled with confusion, propaganda, and fear, the believer’s compass remains steady:
“Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” – Psalm 119:105
Equip yourself with Scripture.
Stand with Israel.
Shine the Light.
📚 FOI Equip Update (Sponsored Segment)
“Oh Chris, we need Equip more than ever, because we need the Word of God more than ever.”
Upcoming FOI Equip Classes:
📲 Register now at: https://www.foiequip.org
📬 Connect With Us:
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📚 Learn more with FOI Equip
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🎙️ Jew and Gentile Podcast
Episode Title: God’s Word: A Lamp in a Dark World
Hosts: Chris Katulka & Steve Herzig
Date: Week of October 16, 2025
🕯️ Opening Thoughts
Chris:
All living Israeli hostages are home, but many of the deceased still haven’t been returned by Hamas — and that should weigh on all of us. Israel continues to live with the reality of evil nearby and moral confusion worldwide. Even Hitler knew when the war was over — but Hamas, even surrounded, can’t release its grip on Gaza. The world is watching, and Israel still stands.
✡️ Tikvah Team Spotlight
One of our Tikvah volunteers, a public school teacher in New Jersey, is courageously raising awareness about the NJEA magazine editor’s pro-Palestinian activism. Her work has drawn serious attention—Rep. Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ) has even called for the editor’s removal after antisemitic, violent posts came to light.
[Read more: https://newjerseyglobe.com/education/gottheimer-calls-for-firing-of-njea-magazine-editor-after-alleged-anti-semitic-violent-posts/]
Chris:
This is what courage looks like—standing for truth where God has placed you.
💬 Sticker Story
Chris: “My niece sells antiques online and got an order from Haifa, Israel. She slipped a few FOI ‘I Stand With Israel’ stickers in the box. That’s making the most of every opportunity.”
Colossians 4:5 — “Walk in wisdom toward outsiders, making the best use of the time.”
🕎 Psalm 119 Reflection – NUN (vv.105–112)
Theme: God’s Word Guides, Guards, and Grounds Us
Guides (105–106):
Guards (107–110):
Grounds (111–112):
🔰 Psalm 119 – SAMEK (vv.113–120)
Theme: Faith in the Midst of Enemies
Takeaway: People of faith will face opposition, but God’s Word gives direction, strength, and courage.
🗞️ News Round-Up
https://apple.news/AQQfjzL3mS8KJNjifAxAzNQ
(Context: Knesset rules forbid such displays in the plenum.)
💬 Yiddish Phrase of the Day
“A glick hot dich getrofen!” – literally “A piece of luck hit you!” but used sarcastically: “Big deal!”
Steve:
Perfect for when someone says, “I found the deal of the century,” and you reply—“A glick hot dich getrofen!”
📚 Closing Thoughts
In a world filled with confusion, propaganda, and fear, the believer’s compass remains steady:
“Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” – Psalm 119:105
Equip yourself with Scripture.
Stand with Israel.
Shine the Light.
📚 FOI Equip Update (Sponsored Segment)
“Oh Chris, we need Equip more than ever, because we need the Word of God more than ever.”
Upcoming FOI Equip Classes:
📲 Register now at: https://www.foiequip.org
📬 Connect With Us:
Got a funny story? A ministry question? Want to claim your spot as the real 8th Listener?
Email us or message on social — we’d love to hear from you.
🎧 Subscribe & Share:
If this podcast is a mechiah to you, share it with a friend and leave a review.
💬 Text Us for Free Stickers!
Show your support for Israel with FOI’s free pro-Israel stickers.
📲 Text 424-444-1948 to get yours!
🔗 Subscribe to the Jew & Gentile Podcast
🎧 Apple, Spotify, YouTube, etc.
🌐 https://jewandgentile.org
📚 Learn more with FOI Equip
Free classes, resources, and training to grow your love for God’s Word and the Jewish people.
🌐 https://foiequip.org
☕ MUG-ON-A-MUG
Want to sip your coffee with some serious Jewish ministry vibes?
With your gift of $10 or more to FOI Equip, you can receive your very own Jew and Gentile Podcast Mug-on-a-Mug!
💬 Oy, look at Steve’s punim!
Your donation supports FOI Equip’s mission to teach the Bible from a Jewish perspective and raise up new FOI representatives and volunteers ministering in Jewish communities worldwide.
🎁 Get yours today: gofoi.org/mug
📚 FOI Resources & Ways to Get Involved
israelmyglory.org/subscribe
foi.org/outreach
foi.org/pastors
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