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February 19, 2025
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America has no legitimate claim to owning Gaza, says Dr. Alex McFarland
‘It is our duty as Christian Americans to share the good news of Jesus Christ with all peoples, including Gazans and Israelis’
GREENSBORO, N.C. — As the fighting intensifies in the Gaza strip between Palestine and Israel and millions are displaced from their homes, President Donald Trump’s suggestion that the United States should take control of the Gaza Strip is creating outrage across the globe. Describing the area as “unlucky,” Trump outlined plans for America to pave the way for “an economic development that will supply unlimited numbers of jobs and housing for the people of the area,” noting that the Gaza Strip could become the “Riviera of the Middle East.”
Detractors and supporters alike criticized the president’s bold suggestion, with many noting that the plan infringes on foreign aid policy. Youth, culture and religion expert Dr. Alex McFarland commented that no matter the president’s intentions, the area rightfully belongs to Israel.
“Turmoil in the Middle East is not new — in fact, the Bible outlines generations of war and violence throughout the region,” said McFarland. “While President Trump’s suggestion might seem straightforward, America, Palestine, and the rest of the world must return the Promised Land back to Israel. We have found ourselves in an unprecedented moment when we can right some wrongs and advocate for turning to Christ. Even as we pray for those suffering in the Gaza Strip, it is our duty as Christian Americans to share the good news of Jesus Christ with all peoples, including Gazans and Israelis.”
Alex McFarland currently co-hosts Exploring the Word on the American Family Radio Network, airing daily on nearly 200 radio stations across the U.S. He is also the host of the “Alex McFarland Show,” which airs weekly on NRB TV and YouTube. The “Alex McFarland Show” podcast is available here.
McFarland and theologian Bert Harper, veteran cohosts of the nationally syndicated broadcast Exploring the Word, are proud to announce the launch of their latest book, “100 Bible Questions and Answers for Families.” A follow-up to their previous work, “100 Bible Questions and Answers,” this powerful new book promises to guide through some of the most common challenges and queries people have about God, the Bible, and Christian living.
Alex McFarland has authored or co-authored more than 20 books, including the newly released “100 Bible Questions & Answers for Families,” “10 Issues that Divide Christians,” “The God You Thought You Knew,” “10 Answers for Skeptics,” “10 Answers for Atheists,” “The 21 Toughest Questions Your Kids Will Ask About Christianity,” published by Focus on the Family, and more. He directs Biblical Worldview and teaches in the School of Practical Government for Charis Bible College, located in Woodland Park, CO.
McFarland is a frequent guest on Fox News and has been interviewed by other media outlets including Fox and Friends, Focus On The Family radio, NPR’s All Things Considered, The New York Times, The Washington Post, BBC, CBN, La Vie (France), and various news outlets including CBS, FOX, NBC, CSPAN, SRN, and the Associated Press (AP) wire service. He is a contributing writer in print and electronic media, including LA Times, Boston Herald, OK- Celebrity News Magazine, Christianity Today, Charisma, On Mission, Billy Graham’s Decision Magazine and more.
Learn more about Alex McFarland Ministries at its website, Facebook and Instagram pages, or X feed.
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