ANALYSIS
On October 7, 2023, the people of Israel endured their darkest day since the Holocaust. In a coordinated attack, Hamas terrorists crossed into southern Israel, murdering 1,200 civilians, abducting more than 250 hostages, and committing atrocities too horrific to fully describe.
Families were slaughtered in their homes. Women were abused in unimaginable ways. Even babies and elderly Holocaust survivors were not spared. For Israel, October 7 was not simply another day of conflict. It was a cruel reminder that the hatred fueling centuries of antisemitism is still alive.
For Christians, this day should never fade into distant memory. Just as September 11 became a defining moment for America, October 7 has become a watershed moment for Israel. It was not only Israel’s tragedy but ou