Ministries

Experience The Land Through Our Alijah Teachings

We have created short video vignettes with discussion guides from teachings George has taught on location in the lands of the Bible. Watch our intro video to learn more about the teachings, and how to receive them.

Teacher/Historian George DeJong

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In Short: Seven deadly snakes in the closet?

Verse: "And the woman said to the serpent, 'We may eat the fruit of the trees of the garden.'"
—Genesis 3:2

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10/15/13

The Middle of the Story #1849 . Recognizing the difference between the middle of the story and the end of the story can end all fear and anxiety and change your life.
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Teacher/Historian George DeJong
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Our study trips provide participants with experiences and insights into the culture, geography and history of the lands of the Bible. Vital to this is walking the land as Jesus and his talmidim (disciples) did. The followers of Jesus not only learned with their eyes and ears but also with their feet. In so doing, they grew into a close net community. As we learn with our feet, the Word of God grows our perspective in new and exciting ways.

In the Ezekiel 40:4 passage, "See with your eyes, hear with your ears, and set your heart on all that I show you for that's why I brought you here. Then go tell Israel ...," the man of God invites the prophet to see, hear and focus on what God has to reveal in such a way that his word and life become the message. Under The Fig Tree Ministry seeks to provide an environment for such focus through studying the text in its literary, cultural, and geographic context. This is accomplished by study trips to Egypt, Jordan and Israel
First century talmidim (disciples) would follow their rabbi as he walked throughout the Land teaching with both word and action. The Bible describes learning from a rabbi as "sitting at his feet," which was often done in the synagogue as well as in the Temple colonnades. Sitting at the rabbi's feet was also done under a fig tree, not only because of the shade it provided but also because of the tree's sweet fruit. Soon "under the fig tree" became an idiom for one who sits under the shade of a Rabbi's teaching enjoying the "sweet" fruit of his instruction and wisdom.

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George DeJong; Teacher/Historian

In a world that quickly assigns worth and value based on intelligence or physical ability, Under the Fig Tree Ministries (UTFT), is both delighted and honored to offer a unique journey to the Lands of the Bible which we are calling: The Heart of God Tour. The Heart of God Tour seeks to express God's generous and loving heart to persons our culture too quickly dismisses (those with moderate intellectual disabilities and or an autism spectrum disorder) and sadly passes by, by providing an awe-inspiring experience of the lands of the Bible (Egypt, Jordan and Israel). This trip is specifically designed so that every day will be an adventure, new sights, sounds, smells, tastes, experiences with the goal of both blessing the lives of participants and deepening their already rich witness. Enjoy the highlights of our tour!

For more information visit us at www.underthefigtree.org

Experience The Lands of the Bible Through Our Alijah Teachings

We have created short video vignettes with discussion guides from teachings George has taught on location in the lands of the Bible. Watch our intro video to learn more about the teachings, and how to receive them.

Teacher/Historian George DeJong
Get the full version with leader's and discussion guide at www.underthefigtree.org

Experience The Lands of the Bible Through Our Alijah Teachings

We have created short video vignettes with discussion guides from teachings George has taught on location in the lands of the Bible. Watch our intro video to learn more about the teachings, and how to receive them.

Teacher/Historian George DeJong
Get the full version with leader's and discussion guide at www.underthefigtree.org

Pastor Mark L. Lastimoso

In Short: Who is the "god of this world"? And of you?

Verse: "In whom the god of this world hath blinded the minds of them which believe not, lest the light of the glorious gospel of Christ, who is the image of God, should shine unto them."
—2 Corinthians 4:4

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10/14/13

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Pastor Mark L. Lastimoso

At Big Catch Bible Challenge, kids connect the Bible stories, memory verses, and take-home points to their lives as they explore, learn, and memorize the Bible verses for each lesson.

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Gangway to Galilee! Set sail on an amazing grace adventure with Concordia's 2014 VBS. Learn more at https://vbs.cph.org.

Snacking on delicious food and learning about Jesus—what could be better! Keep bodies nourished and energized for a fun-filled day at VBS with Sunrise Snacks!

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Gangway to Galilee! Set sail on an amazing grace adventure with Concordia's 2014 VBS. Learn more at https://vbs.cph.org.

Gangway to Galilee is full of energy, excitement, and some silliness! During Sink or Swim Games, kids grow in faith, have fun, and celebrate the amazing grace that Jesus gives.

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Gangway to Galilee! Set sail on an amazing grace adventure with Concordia's 2014 VBS. Learn more at https://vbs.cph.org.

From Fin-tastick Fish Crafts to Safe Harbor Sand Art, our splash-tacular crafts reinforce the Bible stories and engage hands in making keepsakes that share the message of Jesus' amazing grace!

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Gangway to Galilee! Set sail on an amazing grace adventure with Concordia's 2014 VBS. Learn more at https://vbs.cph.org.

All hands on deck! Energize and excite your VBS teams at Gangway Opening. Introduce Bible stories, sing songs, learn about Gospel Nets mission project, and watch skit videos. Then send them off on an amazing grace adventure to 5 interactive sites.

Teams reunite at closing to review and reinforce Bible teaching, sing songs, and watch the closing videos.

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Gangway to Galilee! Set sail on an amazing grace adventure with Concordia's 2014 VBS. Learn more at https://vbs.cph.org.

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At Concordia's 2014 VBS Seashore Storytelling, kids journey around the Sea of Galilee to learn about God's life-giving Word. Teams actively engage in Bible learning as they read, see, and interact with the Bible lessons.

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Gangway to Galilee! Set sail on an amazing grace adventure with Concordia's 2014 VBS. Learn more at https://vbs.cph.org.

At Gangway to Galilee, Concordia's 2014 VBS skit videos are a great way to introduce and reinforce lessons. Concordia's skit videos bring real-life application to the daily take-home points.

This year, meet the "incredible" Brian Reed, joined by kids Brett and Mia, and watch God's amazing grace go to work!

All 10 skit videos are included in Concordia's Gangway Opening/Closing Leader Guide.

Gangway to Galilee! Set sail on an amazing grace adventure with Concordia's 2014 VBS. Learn more at https://vbs.cph.org.

Gangway Starter Kit: https://www.cph.org/p-22193-gangway-to-galilee-starter-kit-vbs-2014.aspx?SearchTerm=321443