Why is it Important for Christians to Understand October 7th and Stand up for Israel?

In this episode, Jeff Futers hosts Todd Morehead and Justin Kron, who discuss their new documentary 'October 7th, Bearing Witness to the Massacre.' They share their personal journeys connecting to Israel, the emotional impact of filming, and the historical context surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The conversation emphasizes how important it is for Christians to support Israel, highlighting the need for community engagement and education on these critical issues.

Todd Morehead lives in Southern California with his wife and four children. He holds an M.A. in Biblical and Theological Studies from Talbot School of Theology. Todd is the Founder and Director of Grafted Ministries, an organization committed to awakening Christians to their biblical role and responsibility toward the Jewish people. He is the author of Grafted In: Understanding God’s Role for You and Your Jewish Neighbors and has a deep passion for leading Christians to Israel—a land he has visited thirty times—to cultivate a heart for both the people and the Land. In his spare time, he loves to surf.

Justin Kron lives in Chicago and is the Founding Director of the Kesher Project—an organization that helps connect Christians to the Jewish foundations of the Christian faith and to their Jewish friends and neighbors. Justin is a graduate of the Moody Theological Seminary and now serves as an adjunct professor in the Jewish Studies program of the Moody Bible Institute. 

 In 2021, Todd and Justin produced and released an award-winning documentary film called HOPE IN THE HOLY LAND: Delving Beneath the Surface of the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict. They are now preparing to release a new feature documentary called OCTOBER 7: Bearing Witness to the Massacre.