😢😢😢 i just lost my grandson we buried him two weeks ago..and this content reassured me that Because of Jesus death and resurrection as well as my belief in him, I'll see my grandson Zephaniah again , and my saviour Jesus Christ. Thank you brother.❤
Maybe I shouldn't say anything, but I've died and gone to heaven. Met those in my family who died in Christ. My great-grandfather was front and center. We were all in front of the Throne of God. My grandchildren were holding onto my right arm. They were so happy to see me. They are there now, at home, playing with Jesus.
My mother just passed in November of 23. She was 95 blind and deaf. It was hard for me but, her suffering is over and she is with the Lord Jesus. Just a few days before she passed I told her that he will not hide his face from her much longer.
Joel, I have been there. On a visit to Jerusalem to see my wife’s parents in 2001, her father asked me what I wanted to see on this trip. Without hesitation, I said, “the tomb of Lazarus.” He scratched his head for a bit and finally said, “I think I can get you there.” These were years of intifada so it was a little tricky. As you explained, the new wall separates. But driving through back roads and alleys we finally arrived. It was an amazing moment for me. There were men watching the place. I could tell I was a bit of an oddity. A few shekels got me in, and I descended down into the cave. Same sign greeted me that you show. I took lots of pictures. I wondered if Lazarus was buried in that same place the second time he died. The words that rang in my ears as I was in there were, “I am the resurrection and the life…”. Thank you for sharing this and stirring up so many wonderful memories. I think very few visitors to Jerusalem get to visit this site these days. Of all the places I’ve been to, I hold this spot closest to my heart. Your video was wonderful. I’ll watch it again and again. Doug Anderson
I had the privelege of living in Cyprus back in the 90's. In Larnaca on the south coast of Cyprus, there is the Greek Orthodox church of St Lazarus. Orthodox tradition tells us that sometime after Jesus resurrection and ascension around 32 AD, Lazarus moved to Cyprus, probably before the Romans destroyed Jerusalem in 70 AD, where he became the Bishop of Larnaca. In this church there is the tomb of Lazarus with his skull on display behind glass. The inscription in Greek and English says: "Here lies Lazarus who died twice...a friend of Jesus." ...Beautiful !
Your statement at the very end was very powerful. When my grandparents died in 2020, 3 months to the day apart from one another. I thought about Lazarus story, you are right sometimes it is hard to relate to Jesus. But Jesus wept...and that kept me going through the hardest times of 2020 because I lost both grandparents who were so dear to me and I lost my two dogs. It was truly a rough year and throw in the big "C" that year top it off. I know I will see my grandparents again but that day of Resurrection will be a glorious day. But I do have to remind myself, it's okay to cry because Jesus wept too.
It IS ok to cry. Jesus was also a man- the son of God enduring the human experience for our sake. We humans encounter painful periods as you well know. It’s very much ok to cry. God bless you. I will say a prayer in the name of Jesus for you.
I absolutely LOVE how you always share the Gospel message in each of your videos. It’s not just about archaeology, but it’s about who it points to, and how it applies to our lives even today !!
Me too. It's a great format like this. Moreover, by showing the direct quote he's referring to, I don't have to get the bible out and can focus on the video in full.
Guys, Here is our Savior YaH The Heavenly FATHER HIMSELF was Who they Crucified/Pierced for our sins and “HERE IS THE PROOF” From the Ancient Egyptian Semitic: "Yad He Vav He" is what Moshe (Moses) wrote, when Moses asked YaH His Name (Exodus 3) Ancient Egyptian Semitic Direct Translation Yad - "Behold The Hand" He - "Behold the Breath" Vav - "Behold The NAIL"
Same. You do such a great job of laying out the matter like an expert lawyer: showing the evidence and laying out the facts and then tying it all back to the gospel message. It's really a great gift. And your son does such a great job as well. You can tell he's well studied and also a great story teller and communicator. Really nice to see how you encourage him and obv mentor him. Beautiful example in many ways! Thank you again!
Oh yes they are! Every single word! God's word burned in Jeremiahs bones when he said " I won't speak to your people in your name" but God's word in his heart burned like fire shut up in his bones. That he could not stay!
Ephraim, not Judah.. Jeremiah 31:8Behold, I will bring them from the north country, and gather them from the coasts of the earth, and with them the blind and the lame, the woman with child and her that travaileth with child together: a great company shall return thither. 9They shall come with weeping, and with supplications will I lead them: I will cause them to walk by the rivers of waters in a straight way, wherein they shall not stumble: for I am a father to Israel, and Ephraim is my firstborn. 10Hear the word of the LORD, O ye nations, and declare it in the isles afar off, and say, He that scattered Israel will gather him, and keep him, as a shepherd doth his flock.
Many people don't know that a little less than 1/2 mile east of the Tomb of Lazarus, there is additional noteworthy archeological evidence at the Russian Orthodox Girls Secondary School (31°46'10.9"N 35°15'50.7"E). Excavations in their compound courtyard revealed the remains of the ancient Roman road from Jericho. They also found a Byzantine monument there, marking the place where Mary and Martha spoke to the Lord. From John 11, this occurred when they met Jesus on the road from Jericho (before he came to the place where Lazarus was laid). The monument is damaged, but the greek uncials clearly read, "Place of Mary and Martha hearing the Lord in (regard to) the resurrection from the dead."
My 23yr old son, introduced me to your channel and just bought 2 copies of your book. One to keep and one to give me for my bday. I had been out of town and just got home around 10:30 last night. Him and his wife and baby stayed at my house till I got home because he was so excited to give me my gift. Said it was the best gift he ever bought me! It means a lot that he is a child of God and supports my relationship with our Lord. Young family is beyond broke, but had to buy me this book. Lol.. 😂😂
When I was a kid, I remember crying and telling my mom to turn off Lazarus by Carmen because the “big voice” scared me. Now being a 33 year old man, I cry for a completely different reason. Praise King Jesus! 🙌🏾
The statement that Lazarus’ tomb is a monument of archaeological evidence that demonstrates hope is so very accurate. Having hope in something better gives us the strength to endure the worst life has to offer. It keeps us steady and on course when facing life’s challenges. It is perhaps one of the most important qualities we can posses; for in it lies life and death because without it many are giving up. We see it every day. Thank you for sharing!
The bible has really come to life for me since I started watching your videos. I read the Gospel and even the Old Testament and there is now a picture in my mind of these places. I anticipate each video you put out. Thank you so much!
Guys, Here is our Savior YaH The Heavenly FATHER HIMSELF was Who they Crucified/Pierced for our sins and “HERE IS THE PROOF” From the Ancient Egyptian Semitic: "Yad He Vav He" is what Moshe (Moses) wrote, when Moses asked YaH His Name (Exodus 3) Ancient Egyptian Semitic Direct Translation Yad - "Behold The Hand" He - "Behold the Breath" Vav - "Behold The NAIL"
I completely agree. The small segment where he give such relatable testimony to sum up the “why” he does this makes it so much more personal, without preaching. Nice to see that vulnerability. Similar to how Jesus was very scripture based (after all, it was His word), and yet the moments He expressed his humanity and pain, are the most relatable. To reflect and know that God experiences weeping over losing us, really ties it all together. He does not want to lose any of the flock. I am so grateful to be Christian and that Joel shows us these Biblical sites.
Brother - thank you for your work! I'm a graduate from TMC and my son is one of Todd Bolen's students there now. Our pastor is leading a trip to Israel this March and I've been using your videos to help prepare my two sons who also plan to go. I appreciate both your academic rigor and the devotional application! Archeology continues to affirm the veracity of Scripture, but our hope rests in Jesus Christ alone! Keep up the good work!
"....the resurrection at the last day." Our blessed hope. It's amazing how much rocks and dirt can excite when it comes to Biblical archology, as your life work attests to. We ordered your book and are enjoying it so very much, and keep it on display as a witness to our faith in our home. TY for another wonderful video.
The book is also amazing ... we bought it to support him. The book is full of descriptive pictures and diagrams, and is written as clearly as Joel's videos. I can imagine how amazing it would be for Joel to take you on a tour! The book is stellar ... almost like an archaeological Bible study!
Great learning in the first half but believe nothing that comes from the Catholic Church. Dig around in the videos of the Garden Tomb . See the skull in the rock . By all means watch Ron Wyatt Discoveries, there was a blessed man with Yehovah revealing to the world the secrets of time to us in these last days . Also watch Michael Rood with Jim and Penny Caldwell at the true Mount Sinai
Guys, Here is our Savior YaH The Heavenly FATHER HIMSELF was Who they Crucified/Pierced for our sins and “HERE IS THE PROOF” From the Ancient Egyptian Semitic: "Yad He Vav He" is what Moshe (Moses) wrote, when Moses asked YaH His Name (Exodus 3) Ancient Egyptian Semitic Direct Translation Yad - "Behold The Hand" He - "Behold the Breath" Vav - "Behold The NAIL"
My heart is so full of gratitude because of the reassurance that even if something appear lost by our standards, God ALWAYS knows where that 'something' is. So truly, God reveals as He chooses, and I need only to put my faith and future, in His hands. God bless you for this ministry Joel. A truly deep blessing to all who seek.
I got your book a few months ago and LOVE IT. I just got back from a 3 week trip to Israel and me and my husband tried to find Bethany but got lost. It was a little scary! We went to Bethlehem but didn't get to go to Hebron. There were so many places we wanted to see but because of the danger factor we couldn't . I love that you take us to places that are not easy to see on your own. I'm glad I found your channel, thank you for sharing your knowledge!!!
Wonderful Joel! I got chills when you spoke of Jesus being the resurrection of those of us who love Him. Great Gospel outreach here. We were in the tomb n 1993 and it was truly amazing. Our family has you on our prayer list. Thank you for your great work for the Kingdom of God. See you there soon... Maranatha!
My daughter homeschools and every morning we watch a RUclips on biblical archeology. We are so excited to see a new video from your channel. Keep em coming!
Thanks Joel, it is interesting that "Jesus wept" John 11:35, He wept at the people's lack of faith, verse 33. Sadly the majority lack faith today at a time when it is needed more than ever. Keep up the great work and thanks for your book.
A sincere thank you for providing such great content. Your work is very much appreciated and respected. If not for people like you showing this content, I would personally probably never get to see these glorious places where my Lord Jesus walked and ministered to His creation. God bless you in your future endeavors, in Jesus name.
@@ExpeditionBible please be so kind and dig deeper into the subject whether Jesus was impaled on a cross,cause many bible translations show he was impaled on a stake and not a cross. Does stake in lattan mean cross. Please convince me that Jesus died on a cross
@@ExpeditionBible Thank YOU for your tremendous work! There is one thing I want to say: Please be careful. You show yourself also in partially dangerous situations and going through borders hard to reach. When you show yourself in such situations you act 1) as a role model and 2) people watching that do not like your work could try to find something to judge. As they did with our master. Please rethink what & how you want to show & represent about this adventurous work or yours. Much blessings 🙏
I visited the tomb and adjacent church nearly 30 years ago and I so would have loved to have had Joel's video back then. I gives greater confidence that this actually is the site and a greater understanding of how the tomb and nearby area has transitioned over the centuries. Thank you Joel!
My 6 year old and I have watched this episode no less than 10 times. This her favorite Bible story and she looks forward to visiting the tomb of Lazarus one day.
I can't wait for my resurrected body, the older I get the more I look forward going home, and then, the new body at the resurrection of the ones redeemed by the blood of the Holy Lamb of God! Halleluiah!
I probably shouldn't say this, but -- it's totally awesome! Flying was a given, and I was all glowy! I kept thinking, "it is finished!" -- nothing more to worry about! But then they sent me back. And just so you know, all my elderly relatives were YOUNG, we were all young! I kept thinking that this is what "children of God means!"
This Proves that JESUS is coming very soon. This is a Miracle that God revealing to us. Just last year July 2022, a shocking miracle happened in my sister home when i visited her in Melbourne. That was a mid night when we all return to our bed rooms to sleep, and i heard my favorate Rev David Wilkerson preaching loudly. Then a soft gentle voice told me to " OPEN DOOR", so i did. The TV open by itself n David is preaching on TV!! I went knock my sis bedroom door ask if she or daughter switch on Tv ? They both said N0! So we all sat n listen. The message is, " Repent, do not judge, do not complain, read God' words, pray, seek God, as JESUS IS COMING VERY SOON"!! ✝️ God hear my prayers, as no one beliefs me that we are now living in the beginning of End Time. I prayed n surrenderd to God, n God showed my sis n family miracle! Praise JESUS I Love much till my last breath. TQ Jesus for saving my life in car accident n healed my neck C4,C5 fractured. JESUS my Savior, my Life n Strength. ✝️🙏♥️♥️♥️
Obtained your book about six weeks ago. Worth more to me than what I paid; wonderful notes and commentary as well as the illustrations and pictures. Can't afford to get there now, but in the future I'll be there with the Lord by grace through faith at our resurrection.
I absolutely love your videos. I myself am going into the Biblical Archeological field and have found your videos to be a great inspiration. The Bible is the ultimate truth and finding the evidence that helps verify it is something that should be promoted way more than it is. Bought your book and the amount of evidence in it really shows your love for Archeology and God. Keep up the good work and God bless!
Thank you for your work and presentation. It is interesting what we tend to read over in Scripture. I suppose that is how I benefit from Biblical archaeology. Blessnigs.
I bought your book and was fascinated by Mamre and the early places of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob. Would love to see videos on those early sites, but I know it might be very hazardous to go to many of them. Thanks for all you do, Joel!
I can't say how much I enjoy, and appreciate all your content on the Holy land. God bless you for this ministry. It's very encouraging to me personally.
I love Jesus and find archaeology and history very interesting. You bring both closer to me. Binge watched all your videos back when I found your channel. Can't wait for new videos to come. When I'm able to take a long enough vacation, I'll book one of your tours.
Great video! I have become pleasantly addicted to your channel. Especially appreciate your practical approach to biblical archaeology. It makes your content so much better than channels which focus on the "mysterious". Plus it helps us connect with people who lived centuries or millenia ago.
Joel, I so appreciate your videos. You have such a grounded, and local perspective on Archaeology. I am currently reading your book, because I am planning a trip to Israel. Please keep making videos.
Joel you are an archeologist and evangelist. It’s exactly what unbelievers need. Thank you for preaching the gospel. The last part about Lazarus having a relationship with Jesus was absolutely beautiful.
Amen, your last talk on Jesus is so inspiring, I live in Malta and went to the place where Saint Paul was held captive when he was here, and the connection with him was so great that i fell down on my knees praying, so yes, we can all relate ta Lazarus as he was human, with sins and faults, but trough Jesus we will rise and serve him for eternaty.
Thank you for blessing me today. Just this morning I was listening to my Christian radio show while running errands, and the host mentioned the scripture about "Faith, Hope, & Love, and the greatest of these is Love." Then spoke of another scripture which says our Faith & Love is directly tied to our Hope. I must admit that in the midst of these recent years of deception & the attacks on our families, our freedoms, and Truth itself, my Hope has been waining. So I prayed our Heavenly Father that he strengthen my Hope, and help Us All to get through these tough times. This episode has just renewed my Hope, for The Lord has said that He is the God of Hope! Thanks again! Blessings in abundance, my brother!
After seeing some of these videos I bought your book. It was a very interesting and straightforward read and I’d recommend to others. That being said, something about these videos just puts it on another level for me.
I really enjoy all of your videos and I have your book. I especially like this video because your illustrations , overviews and arrows help me to conceptualize where things are in relation to each other. It really hits home in a way just reading or hearing does not.
Thank you for bringing the Bible alive. It's one thing to read about Biblical events. But seeing the actual locations where they oc- curred is truly amazing!
This is the best History Channel I've ever viewed. Thank you for sharing your videos with us as you hope to bring the history of Jesus to life. Continue planting the seed oh, and allowing the Lord God to fertilize it. Even though Archaeology is continuing to prove Biblical history oh, the world's archaeologists attempt to continue to disprove it. Yet all they're doing is proving the truth and history of the Holy scriptures. Thank you sir and may God bless you always and abundantly
I was so happy to see a new video from you Joel, thank you! You are a fantastic teacher and really bring the bible to life. Hope you and your family are doing well and look forward to your next video! Thanks again!
Joel thank you so much for being so bold to go to these places and show us history, even going to a mosque! Just imagine all we could see if so much had not been built on these Biblical sites
I was there thank you for sharing. Hearing the JESUS stories and history never gets old. I tear often when I see stories like this about JESUS. God Bless
Your book is the MOST inspirational read other than bible in many years, and underwrites faith, history, science, and facts in Our spiritual Life! Many thanks for your work!
Bro I do so love your videos bringing me to see the very places that our savior Jesus walked and did the miracles of God it encourages me more and more knowing that the evidence of Jesus's works cannot be denied and yet the non-believers still mock and scoff telling any lies etc.....I've believed since I was a little kid so I've never needed the physical evidence for my faith tho I try to use it to wake up other ppl to God's truth and I enjoy seeing the places I'll not see in this life but when we are with Jesus I don't think I'll miss any of it lol oh Lord Jesus come Lord come amen
I cannot get my fill of this. Thank you so much. I’m subscribed and I have your book. All of the things I have believed all my life are being shown in your work. ❤🙌🏼
Again and again I can never thank you enough for helping me understand the Bible more from a visual point of view. May God continue to use and bless your work🙏 💓 from the Midwest (US)
Another brilliant and inspiring video and teaching from Joel Kramer, this time about the authenticity of the traditional site of the tomb of Lazarus in Bethany, near Jerusalem. Incredible stuff!
Just watching your channel alone can make an atheist become a believer in Jesus Christ immediately I must admit. Keep spreading the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ with evidence. May the Holy Spirit keep Strengthening and directing you to keep unveiling and revealing the truth in Jesus name.
Thank you, love your book. The book is full of amazing information, and colored pictures of the site. Thank you for showing the different sites, related to Bible. For those of us that live in America or other places, it's a blessing to see.
Got the book today from my wife as a anniversary gift it’s our 15th. We love all your videos and knowledge transfers! The book and videos we will be adding to our home school curriculum.
I enjoy your educational and inspirational videos very much. Thank you for sharing your sincere passion for Bible history and your faithful love of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
Thank you so much for making these! You make the Bible come to life letting us see these sites, and explaining what you see there now. It’s really incredible!
Absolutely incredible video you created. The Holy Spirit is speaking volumes to me about the relationship between Jesus and Lazarus and our relationship with Jesus. Love how the people were walking with the casket to the Lazarus site. Well done Sir
Thanks so much for each piece of biblical history you show us. I'm MORE thankful however, that you always tie it back to the Gospel. Many in this age need to hear it!
I will never set foot in Israel. I can study all I want and I know I will never see those lands! I am thankful God has given you a great talent of retelling the story and provide great images to cement the story for us! I wish you could do some live stream tours and tell the story! I might could afford that. Lol
Just purchased two of your books. Can not wait for them to receive them. Love your recordings. Have learned so much and love the way you bring the scripture to light.
I thank Heavenly Father for this platform that He has given you in order to speak the gospel through archeological findings and personal testimony. Thank you, my Brother, in Yashua I could only wish to do what you do for the Glory of YAH!
13:07, I can feel the out pouring of spiritual power still resting within that place. I watch many biblical video's and if many content creators only knew what they were stepping over and past in their travels. You are very blessed to be able to spend so much time in these locations, but I also know I walked this hallowed grounds many times myself in other days, but that's another story entirely.
Thank you for your work, my husband and I love your videos. We have really learned so much, you have a unique way of putting forth Archeology and Biblical truth.
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😢😢😢 i just lost my grandson we buried him two weeks ago..and this content reassured me that Because of Jesus death and resurrection as well as my belief in him, I'll see my grandson Zephaniah again , and my saviour Jesus Christ. Thank you brother.❤
I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. My condolences to you and your family. May he Rest In Peace.
So sorry for your loss. May the Lord give you strength. 🙏🏼
Did your grandson believe in Jesus?
Maybe I shouldn't say anything, but I've died and gone to heaven. Met those in my family who died in Christ. My great-grandfather was front and center. We were all in front of the Throne of God. My grandchildren were holding onto my right arm. They were so happy to see me. They are there now, at home, playing with Jesus.
Yes, you will.
Biblical Archeology never stops motivating me. I just love it. GOD is GOOD!!!
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Same here. Truly magical! I can't wait for the return of our Master!
My mother just passed in November of 23. She was 95 blind and deaf. It was hard for me but, her suffering is over and she is with the Lord Jesus. Just a few days before she passed I told her that he will not hide his face from her much longer.
Sorry for you loss.
Joel, I have been there. On a visit to Jerusalem to see my wife’s parents in 2001, her father asked me what I wanted to see on this trip. Without hesitation, I said, “the tomb of Lazarus.” He scratched his head for a bit and finally said, “I think I can get you there.” These were years of intifada so it was a little tricky. As you explained, the new wall separates. But driving through back roads and alleys we finally arrived. It was an amazing moment for me. There were men watching the place. I could tell I was a bit of an oddity. A few shekels got me in, and I descended down into the cave. Same sign greeted me that you show. I took lots of pictures. I wondered if Lazarus was buried in that same place the second time he died. The words that rang in my ears as I was in there were, “I am the resurrection and the life…”. Thank you for sharing this and stirring up so many wonderful memories. I think very few visitors to Jerusalem get to visit this site these days. Of all the places I’ve been to, I hold this spot closest to my heart. Your video was wonderful. I’ll watch it again and again.
Doug Anderson
I believe Lazarus' second grave is in Cyprus
Thanks for sharing your wonderful story and insight. God bless.
Thank you for sharing😊
I was there earlier this year, same signs as well. It was truly an amazing experience, kind of tense area to be in for sure.
God bless you Doug! Thanks for your detailed comment, I felt your excitement. I would so love to visit one day🥹✝️💖
I would gladly give up all of my earthly possessions to go back to Jesus time and listen to him and see all of this!
Me too and pray with him in the garden of Gethsemane trying to make doubly sure I didn't fall asleep!
I had the privelege of living in Cyprus back in the 90's. In Larnaca on the south coast of Cyprus, there is the Greek Orthodox church of St Lazarus. Orthodox tradition tells us that sometime after Jesus resurrection and ascension around 32 AD, Lazarus moved to Cyprus, probably before the Romans destroyed Jerusalem in 70 AD, where he became the Bishop of Larnaca. In this church there is the tomb of Lazarus with his skull on display behind glass. The inscription in Greek and English says: "Here lies Lazarus who died twice...a friend of Jesus." ...Beautiful !
Thank you for sharing this ❤
I've been there. Beautiful.
Your statement at the very end was very powerful. When my grandparents died in 2020, 3 months to the day apart from one another. I thought about Lazarus story, you are right sometimes it is hard to relate to Jesus. But Jesus wept...and that kept me going through the hardest times of 2020 because I lost both grandparents who were so dear to me and I lost my two dogs. It was truly a rough year and throw in the big "C" that year top it off. I know I will see my grandparents again but that day of Resurrection will be a glorious day. But I do have to remind myself, it's okay to cry because Jesus wept too.
It IS ok to cry. Jesus was also a man- the son of God enduring the human experience for our sake. We humans encounter painful periods as you well know. It’s very much ok to cry. God bless you. I will say a prayer in the name of Jesus for you.
I absolutely LOVE how you always share the Gospel message in each of your videos. It’s not just about archaeology, but it’s about who it points to, and how it applies to our lives even today !!
Me too. It's a great format like this. Moreover, by showing the direct quote he's referring to, I don't have to get the bible out and can focus on the video in full.
Guys, Here is our Savior
YaH The Heavenly FATHER HIMSELF was Who they Crucified/Pierced for our sins and “HERE IS THE PROOF”
From the Ancient Egyptian Semitic:
"Yad He Vav He" is what Moshe (Moses) wrote, when Moses asked YaH His Name (Exodus 3)
Ancient Egyptian Semitic Direct Translation
Yad - "Behold The Hand"
He - "Behold the Breath"
Vav - "Behold The NAIL"
Yes✝
Same. You do such a great job of laying out the matter like an expert lawyer: showing the evidence and laying out the facts and then tying it all back to the gospel message. It's really a great gift. And your son does such a great job as well. You can tell he's well studied and also a great story teller and communicator. Really nice to see how you encourage him and obv mentor him. Beautiful example in many ways! Thank you again!
Absolutely amazing, I love the Bible,The true word of our Lord. God and his word are real🙂
Oh yes they are! Every single word! God's word burned in Jeremiahs bones when he said " I won't speak to your people in your name" but God's word in his heart burned like fire shut up in his bones. That he could not stay!
I love this
Ephraim, not Judah.. Jeremiah 31:8Behold, I will bring them from the north country, and gather them from the coasts of the earth, and with them the blind and the lame, the woman with child and her that travaileth with child together: a great company shall return thither. 9They shall come with weeping, and with supplications will I lead them: I will cause them to walk by the rivers of waters in a straight way, wherein they shall not stumble: for I am a father to Israel, and Ephraim is my firstborn. 10Hear the word of the LORD, O ye nations, and declare it in the isles afar off, and say, He that scattered Israel will gather him, and keep him, as a shepherd doth his flock.
amen!
@@MrSparkums I love Gods word! Thank you for sharing !
Many people don't know that a little less than 1/2 mile east of the Tomb of Lazarus, there is additional noteworthy archeological evidence at the Russian Orthodox Girls Secondary School (31°46'10.9"N 35°15'50.7"E). Excavations in their compound courtyard revealed the remains of the ancient Roman road from Jericho. They also found a Byzantine monument there, marking the place where Mary and Martha spoke to the Lord. From John 11, this occurred when they met Jesus on the road from Jericho (before he came to the place where Lazarus was laid). The monument is damaged, but the greek uncials clearly read, "Place of Mary and Martha hearing the Lord in (regard to) the resurrection from the dead."
Do you have a good link or resource?
Search for: 2022-Bethany-School-Annual-Report.pdf
Yeah I would like a reference to that as well
@@TheBrandgineer See reply above. Thats all there is online. Worth stopping to see if you are near Lazarus tomb.
Cool! I rose from the dead too, and I've been back there a couple of times. It's closed now.
My 23yr old son, introduced me to your channel and just bought 2 copies of your book. One to keep and one to give me for my bday. I had been out of town and just got home around 10:30 last night. Him and his wife and baby stayed at my house till I got home because he was so excited to give me my gift. Said it was the best gift he ever bought me! It means a lot that he is a child of God and supports my relationship with our Lord. Young family is beyond broke, but had to buy me this book. Lol.. 😂😂
When I was a kid, I remember crying and telling my mom to turn off Lazarus by Carmen because the “big voice” scared me. Now being a 33 year old man, I cry for a completely different reason. Praise King Jesus! 🙌🏾
Yes, all praise to Jesus!
Tears of joy, you have eternal life
@@ExpeditionBible Joel, you do the best videos
What big voice?
Amen
The statement that Lazarus’ tomb is a monument of archaeological evidence that demonstrates hope is so very accurate. Having hope in something better gives us the strength to endure the worst life has to offer. It keeps us steady and on course when facing life’s challenges. It is perhaps one of the most important qualities we can posses; for in it lies life and death because without it many are giving up. We see it every day. Thank you for sharing!
Thank you!!
Amen!
Yes, so true! Jesus is the resurrection, the truth and the life, those aren't just words to me, they are everything!
@@ExpeditionBible you’re so very welcome!
The bible has really come to life for me since I started watching your videos. I read the Gospel and even the Old Testament and there is now a picture in my mind of these places. I anticipate each video you put out. Thank you so much!
@lukeduvall1793, for me too. I am a visual person. These videos truly bring the bible to life.
Guys, Here is our Savior
YaH The Heavenly FATHER HIMSELF was Who they Crucified/Pierced for our sins and “HERE IS THE PROOF”
From the Ancient Egyptian Semitic:
"Yad He Vav He" is what Moshe (Moses) wrote, when Moses asked YaH His Name (Exodus 3)
Ancient Egyptian Semitic Direct Translation
Yad - "Behold The Hand"
He - "Behold the Breath"
Vav - "Behold The NAIL"
I honestly can’t get enough of this channel. Your thoughts starting at 13:00 are convicting beyond words. Please continue your work!
I completely agree. The small segment where he give such relatable testimony to sum up the “why” he does this makes it so much more personal, without preaching. Nice to see that vulnerability. Similar to how Jesus was very scripture based (after all, it was His word), and yet the moments He expressed his humanity and pain, are the most relatable. To reflect and know that God experiences weeping over losing us, really ties it all together. He does not want to lose any of the flock. I am so grateful to be Christian and that Joel shows us these Biblical sites.
I love how you always bring everything back to the gospel, brother.
Brother - thank you for your work! I'm a graduate from TMC and my son is one of Todd Bolen's students there now. Our pastor is leading a trip to Israel this March and I've been using your videos to help prepare my two sons who also plan to go. I appreciate both your academic rigor and the devotional application! Archeology continues to affirm the veracity of Scripture, but our hope rests in Jesus Christ alone!
Keep up the good work!
"....the resurrection at the last day." Our blessed hope. It's amazing how much rocks and dirt can excite when it comes to Biblical archology, as your life work attests to. We ordered your book and are enjoying it so very much, and keep it on display as a witness to our faith in our home. TY for another wonderful video.
The book is also amazing ... we bought it to support him. The book is full of descriptive pictures and diagrams, and is written as clearly as Joel's videos. I can imagine how amazing it would be for Joel to take you on a tour! The book is stellar ... almost like an archaeological Bible study!
I did too
Great learning in the first half but believe nothing that comes from the Catholic Church. Dig around in the videos of the Garden Tomb . See the skull in the rock . By all means watch Ron Wyatt Discoveries, there was a blessed man with Yehovah revealing to the world the secrets of time to us in these last days . Also watch Michael Rood with Jim and Penny Caldwell at the true Mount Sinai
Guys, Here is our Savior
YaH The Heavenly FATHER HIMSELF was Who they Crucified/Pierced for our sins and “HERE IS THE PROOF”
From the Ancient Egyptian Semitic:
"Yad He Vav He" is what Moshe (Moses) wrote, when Moses asked YaH His Name (Exodus 3)
Ancient Egyptian Semitic Direct Translation
Yad - "Behold The Hand"
He - "Behold the Breath"
Vav - "Behold The NAIL"
Yeah the book is fantastic and is going to be a permanent stay in my library
Strange, not one women present for that funeral.
Jesus raising Lazarus is a monument of hope for all who believe in the resurrection power of Jesus our Christ 🙏🙌🏻❤️
My two favorite subjects are biblical history, and archaeology. Your channel is so blessed at bringing it all together. My soul doth rejoice!
My heart is so full of gratitude because of the reassurance that even if something appear lost by our standards, God ALWAYS knows where that 'something' is. So truly, God reveals as He chooses, and I need only to put my faith and future, in His hands. God bless you for this ministry Joel. A truly deep blessing to all who seek.
I got your book a few months ago and LOVE IT. I just got back from a 3 week trip to Israel and me and my husband tried to find Bethany but got lost. It was a little scary! We went to Bethlehem but didn't get to go to Hebron. There were so many places we wanted to see but because of the danger factor we couldn't . I love that you take us to places that are not easy to see on your own. I'm glad I found your channel, thank you for sharing your knowledge!!!
Man I LOVE your channel! I love to see the evidance of the Bible in real life.
The evidence is powerful!
Wonderful Joel! I got chills when you spoke of Jesus being the resurrection of those of us who love Him. Great Gospel outreach here. We were in the tomb n 1993 and it was truly amazing. Our family has you on our prayer list. Thank you for your great work for the Kingdom of God. See you there soon... Maranatha!
My daughter homeschools and every morning we watch a RUclips on biblical archeology. We are so excited to see a new video from your channel. Keep em coming!
Praise God, and thank you for the footage of Lazarus' tomb and of Bethany.
I recently purchased your book, and it is excellent!
Thank you so much!
I saw that you posted another video. Here in Colorado at 6:30am I got up, got my coffee and started my day with this. What a blessing! Thanks Joel!
Thanks Joel, it is interesting that "Jesus wept" John 11:35, He wept at the people's lack of faith, verse 33. Sadly the majority lack faith today at a time when it is needed more than ever. Keep up the great work and thanks for your book.
Amen!!!
A sincere thank you for providing such great content. Your work is very much appreciated and respected. If not for people like you showing this content, I would personally probably never get to see these glorious places where my Lord Jesus walked and ministered to His creation. God bless you in your future endeavors, in Jesus name.
Thank you!!
@@ExpeditionBible please be so kind and dig deeper into the subject whether Jesus was impaled on a cross,cause many bible translations show he was impaled on a stake and not a cross. Does stake in lattan mean cross. Please convince me that Jesus died on a cross
@@ExpeditionBible Thank YOU for your tremendous work!
There is one thing I want to say: Please be careful. You show yourself also in partially dangerous situations and going through borders hard to reach. When you show yourself in such situations you act 1) as a role model and 2) people watching that do not like your work could try to find something to judge. As they did with our master. Please rethink what & how you want to show & represent about this adventurous work or yours. Much blessings 🙏
I visited the tomb and adjacent church nearly 30 years ago and I so would have loved to have had Joel's video back then. I gives greater confidence that this actually is the site and a greater understanding of how the tomb and nearby area has transitioned over the centuries. Thank you Joel!
My 6 year old and I have watched this episode no less than 10 times. This her favorite Bible story and she looks forward to visiting the tomb of Lazarus one day.
I can't wait for my resurrected body, the older I get the more I look forward going home, and then, the new body at the resurrection of the ones redeemed by the blood of the Holy Lamb of God! Halleluiah!
I probably shouldn't say this, but -- it's totally awesome! Flying was a given, and I was all glowy! I kept thinking, "it is finished!" -- nothing more to worry about! But then they sent me back. And just so you know, all my elderly relatives were YOUNG, we were all young! I kept thinking that this is what "children of God means!"
This Proves that JESUS is coming very soon. This is a Miracle that God revealing to us. Just last year July 2022, a shocking miracle happened in my sister home when i visited her in Melbourne. That was a mid night when we all return to our bed rooms to sleep, and i heard my favorate Rev David Wilkerson preaching loudly. Then a soft gentle voice told me to " OPEN DOOR", so i did. The TV open by itself n David is preaching on TV!! I went knock my sis bedroom door ask if she or daughter switch on Tv ? They both said N0! So we all sat n listen. The message is, " Repent, do not judge, do not complain, read God' words, pray, seek God, as JESUS IS COMING VERY SOON"!! ✝️ God hear my prayers, as no one beliefs me that we are now living in the beginning of End Time. I prayed n surrenderd to God, n God showed my sis n family miracle! Praise JESUS I Love much till my last breath. TQ Jesus for saving my life in car accident n healed my neck C4,C5 fractured. JESUS my Savior, my Life n Strength. ✝️🙏♥️♥️♥️
God says judge righteous judgment. To not judge is to enable
My wife bought your book for me, love it! Keep up the great work, brother!
Obtained your book about six weeks ago. Worth more to me than what I paid; wonderful notes and commentary as well as the illustrations and pictures. Can't afford to get there now, but in the future I'll be there with the Lord by grace through faith at our resurrection.
I absolutely love your videos. I myself am going into the Biblical Archeological field and have found your videos to be a great inspiration. The Bible is the ultimate truth and finding the evidence that helps verify it is something that should be promoted way more than it is. Bought your book and the amount of evidence in it really shows your love for Archeology and God. Keep up the good work and God bless!
Thank you for His story and for Gospel preaching... That is so perfect combination. God bless you. You are living iņ Gods calling for you.
Thank you for your work and presentation. It is interesting what we tend to read over in Scripture. I suppose that is how I benefit from Biblical archaeology. Blessnigs.
Thanks for your encouragement!
@@ExpeditionBible Joel, you are so correct and don't even know it.
I recently came across your channel and can’t get enough! Great connection between the Bible and archaeology.
Outstanding episode! And your connection at the end that our hope is in Jesus was on point! Preach it, Brother!
I bought your book and was fascinated by Mamre and the early places of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob. Would love to see videos on those early sites, but I know it might be very hazardous to go to many of them. Thanks for all you do, Joel!
This is so awesome, incredible what a sight to see where Jesus raised Lazarus. Thank you.
I can't say how much I enjoy, and appreciate all your content on the Holy land. God bless you for this ministry. It's very encouraging to me personally.
I love Jesus and find archaeology and history very interesting. You bring both closer to me. Binge watched all your videos back when I found your channel. Can't wait for new videos to come. When I'm able to take a long enough vacation, I'll book one of your tours.
Great video! I have become pleasantly addicted to your channel. Especially appreciate your practical approach to biblical archaeology. It makes your content so much better than channels which focus on the "mysterious". Plus it helps us connect with people who lived centuries or millenia ago.
Joel, I so appreciate your videos. You have such a grounded, and local perspective on Archaeology. I am currently reading your book, because I am planning a trip to Israel. Please keep making videos.
These are so well put together. As an editor myself, I recognize a lot of what goes into making these videos. Thank you 🙏
I really enjoyed watching this on Lazarus. Thank you and God Bless you🙏
Joel you are an archeologist and evangelist. It’s exactly what unbelievers need. Thank you for preaching the gospel. The last part about Lazarus having a relationship with Jesus was absolutely beautiful.
So exciting! Studying the Book of John next fall! This will be a wonderful addition to share with others! Keep them coming Joel!!
Amen, your last talk on Jesus is so inspiring, I live in Malta and went to the place where Saint Paul was held captive when he was here, and the connection with him was so great that i fell down on my knees praying, so yes, we can all relate ta Lazarus as he was human, with sins and faults, but trough Jesus we will rise and serve him for eternaty.
Thank you for putting so much work into this channel!!! You are helping us properly study the Word of God.
God bless! Shalom!
-Christa
Thank you for blessing me today. Just this morning I was listening to my Christian radio show while running errands, and the host mentioned the scripture about "Faith, Hope, & Love, and the greatest of these is Love." Then spoke of another scripture which says our Faith & Love is directly tied to our Hope. I must admit that in the midst of these recent years of deception & the attacks on our families, our freedoms, and Truth itself, my Hope has been waining. So I prayed our Heavenly Father that he strengthen my Hope, and help Us All to get through these tough times. This episode has just renewed my Hope, for The Lord has said that He is the God of Hope! Thanks again! Blessings in abundance, my brother!
Keep creating videos. Your work is incredible.
Thank you!!!
Thank you for taking the time to feed us, brother. I just bought your book via your link. Thank you for that too!
As always, Wow!! I was just thinking yesterday that I wish you would upload!! 👍👍
After seeing some of these videos I bought your book. It was a very interesting and straightforward read and I’d recommend to others. That being said, something about these videos just puts it on another level for me.
I really enjoy all of your videos and I have your book. I especially like this video because your illustrations , overviews and arrows help me to conceptualize where things are in relation to each other. It really hits home in a way just reading or hearing does not.
Thank you for bringing the Bible alive. It's one thing to read about Biblical events. But seeing the actual locations where they oc- curred is truly amazing!
This is the best History Channel I've ever viewed. Thank you for sharing your videos with us as you hope to bring the history of Jesus to life. Continue planting the seed oh, and allowing the Lord God to fertilize it. Even though Archaeology is continuing to prove Biblical history oh, the world's archaeologists attempt to continue to disprove it. Yet all they're doing is proving the truth and history of the Holy scriptures. Thank you sir and may God bless you always and abundantly
Great show! Ordered your book. Keep up the great work! You are winning converts and solidifying faith in Christ!
I was so happy to see a new video from you Joel, thank you! You are a fantastic teacher and really bring the bible to life. Hope you and your family are doing well and look forward to your next video! Thanks again!
Joel's calling is a dream for many! Thank God for showing your excellent work!
This was so amazing and to think that the grave has been remembered since the event is mind blowing..Thank you much and Many Blessings 🐑✝️🕊️🦁🙏💜
Thank you, God bless you too sister
Joel thank you so much for being so bold to go to these places and show us history, even going to a mosque! Just imagine all we could see if so much had not been built on these Biblical sites
Always good day when you upload.
Thank you for that encouragement!
I was there thank you for sharing. Hearing the JESUS stories and history never gets old. I tear often when I see stories like this about JESUS. God Bless
Thank you for uploading... God bless you 🙏
And His blessings to you!
I Love Biblical archeology !! Thank you for your views
Excellent! I learn so much for your research and hard work. THANK YOU Joel and God bless you.
Thank you!
Your book is the MOST inspirational read other than bible in many years, and underwrites faith, history, science, and facts in
Our spiritual Life! Many thanks for your work!
Thank you Joel. Your time and effort in bringing these truths to light is greatly appreciated. I share your sight with everyone! God bless.
May God continue to bless your ministry🙏
Bro I do so love your videos bringing me to see the very places that our savior Jesus walked and did the miracles of God it encourages me more and more knowing that the evidence of Jesus's works cannot be denied and yet the non-believers still mock and scoff telling any lies etc.....I've believed since I was a little kid so I've never needed the physical evidence for my faith tho I try to use it to wake up other ppl to God's truth and I enjoy seeing the places I'll not see in this life but when we are with Jesus I don't think I'll miss any of it lol oh Lord Jesus come Lord come amen
Amen! Come, Lord Jesus!
This is a big wow !!!! Awesome !!!! Love seeing and listening and learning of this historicity and archeology of Jesus Christ ✝️🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻✝️
I cannot get my fill of this. Thank you so much. I’m subscribed and I have your book. All of the things I have believed all my life are being shown in your work. ❤🙌🏼
Again and again I can never thank you enough for helping me understand the Bible more from a visual point of view. May God continue to use and bless your work🙏
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from the Midwest (US)
Another brilliant and inspiring video and teaching from Joel Kramer, this time about the authenticity of the traditional site of the tomb of Lazarus in Bethany, near Jerusalem. Incredible stuff!
Just watching your channel alone can make an atheist become a believer in Jesus Christ immediately I must admit. Keep spreading the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ with evidence.
May the Holy Spirit keep Strengthening and directing you to keep unveiling and revealing the truth in Jesus name.
Saw you had a new video up and clicked on it fast. I so much appreciate the work you put into each one.
Thank you, love your book. The book is full of amazing information, and colored pictures of the site. Thank you for showing the different sites, related to Bible. For those of us that live in America or other places, it's a blessing to see.
Got the book today from my wife as a anniversary gift it’s our 15th. We love all your videos and knowledge transfers! The book and videos we will be adding to our home school curriculum.
I enjoy your educational and inspirational videos very much. Thank you for sharing your sincere passion for Bible history and your faithful love of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
Your channel fills me with joy. Your adventures in the Holy land, fills me with joy.
Thank you so much for making these! You make the Bible come to life letting us see these sites, and explaining what you see there now. It’s really incredible!
Absolutely incredible video you created. The Holy Spirit is speaking volumes to me about the relationship between Jesus and Lazarus and our relationship with Jesus. Love how the people were walking with the casket to the Lazarus site. Well done Sir
Thanks so much for each piece of biblical history you show us. I'm MORE thankful however, that you always tie it back to the Gospel. Many in this age need to hear it!
Such an amazing God we serve, thank you for showing us these fabulous places that our Lord walked!
I appreciated it when you said that just as Lazarus needed Jesus to call him out of his tomb we will need Jesus to call us out of ours!! THANKS A TON
I will never set foot in Israel. I can study all I want and I know I will never see those lands! I am thankful God has given you a great talent of retelling the story and provide great images to cement the story for us! I wish you could do some live stream tours and tell the story! I might could afford that. Lol
I am so fascinated of your studies so I order your Books in Amazon your GODS gifts to us we are learning from you Sir, Joel Kramer.
Just purchased two of your books. Can not wait for them to receive them. Love your recordings. Have learned so much and love the way you bring the scripture to light.
I thank Heavenly Father for this platform that He has given you in order to speak the gospel through archeological findings and personal testimony.
Thank you, my Brother, in Yashua
I could only wish to do what you do for the Glory of YAH!
13:07, I can feel the out pouring of spiritual power still resting within that place. I watch many biblical video's and if many content creators only knew what they were stepping over and past in their travels. You are very blessed to be able to spend so much time in these locations, but I also know I walked this hallowed grounds many times myself in other days, but that's another story entirely.
Thank you for making the story of Lazarus come to life and making Yeshua it clear WHO is needed in our lives.
The greatness incarnate. Great archeology, great evidence, great channel, even great music. Glory to our Great lord Jesus.
I'm so pleased I have found your channel, so fascinating!
Thank you for your work, my husband and I love your videos. We have really learned so much, you have a unique way of putting forth Archeology and Biblical truth.
Thank you so much for your testimony through your work,so uplifting! Praise Jesus !!!