Back to Jerusalem. Soon and very soon.

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Steve Martin and David Lauka - soon and very soon.

“Be Not Caught Unaware” by Steve Martin

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​Be Not Caught Unaware

The unexpected happens. That which you “just knew” was going to happen, happened.

Were you ready? Did your foundation shake? Were you still standing when the dust had settled?

Every day dramatic and unexpected moments come about. You dread expecting them. You believed you were better prepared, but it turns out you were not.

The car accident. The tragic weather storm. The phone call from the hospital. The terrorist attack out of nowhere.

So, what do you do? What can you do?

Can we be best prepared for the news we do not want to hear or receive?

Strong foundations need to be established so that when tragedy does strike, even for “good people,” we are not caught unaware.

How can we be prepared with a solid rock to stand on?

The strongest, tallest buildings are not built over night.

When I worked uptown Charlotte, North Carolina, and a massive, tall building was being built, I was literally amazed when I looked through the peep hole in walled metal surrounding, keeping the area safe. The massive hole being dug went multiple stories down. It was incredibly deep!

The same can be said for our spiritual foundation. If a great strength, stance, and very secure position is going to be needed, as great a foundation must be in place to hold it.

“Therefore, everyone who hears these words of Mine, and acts on them, will be like a wise man who built his house on the rock. And the rain fell and the floods came, and the winds blew and slammed against that house; and yet it did not fall, for it had been founded on the rock.

And everyone who hears these words of Mine, and does not act on them, will be like a foolish man who built his house on the sand. ...” Matthew 7:24-27, NASB

Happy building. Be ready, for that time will surely come.

Ahava and shalom,

Steve Martin

Love For His People Ministry was founded in 2010 by Steve & Laurie Martin. Charlotte, NC USA

“Direction - Get Some” - new book by Steve Martin

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In these times of the unexpected and the unknown, it is good to have the Solid Rock on which to stand. To have His direction, the Lord Jesus (Yeshua), and His Word is necessary for our lives these days.

Publishing life’s journey, for others to follow, has been a joy to share with you. This book contains some of what I have experienced.

A few of these messages were written while with the Christian Friends of Israel ministry team from Jerusalem; I have included them as they were sent out via email.

I hope you are blessed and encouraged, and that your walk with our Lord is strengthened in your reading time.

And…I included photos and images which I enjoyed taking and creating!

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“Love Letters” by Steve Martin

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Love Letters

 

Discovering what makes you “tick”, or energizes you, may be a good indicator of your calling in the Lord. Even if you are retired and wondering, “What next, Lord?”

 

That happened to me earlier in my life (and several times since), as I was seeking the Lord and His will. But it was not easy.

 

Reading His Word; asking others for counsel and advice; receiving prophetic words…I was for sure looking for that next part of the journey as best as I knew how.

 

“What next, Lord?” had been an ongoing question.

 

In 2010, after coming back from another Israel trip, having just started Love For His People ministry, that question was foremost in my mind.

 

I am sure you too have been at that crossroads along your path before.

 

His response, which came as clearly in my mind as I again write about it here, was quick and unexpected.

 

 “Write love letters.”

 

And thus began by ongoing love for writing about Him, about what He was revealing to me, and how to encourage others.

 

I knew I wasn’t a Bible theologian. Nor was I one to stand up in front of others and expound on the 88 reasons why Jesus was coming back when others said He was. (I’ll let others do that.)

 

My task, which has become my joy, was to write words of encouragement, as if they were love letters from the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.

 

And you know that has been a real joyous gift He has given me.

 

What are your gifts? Are you using them to bring about His Kingdom, share His love, reach out to a dying world?

 

He will direct your path to and with them as you ask Him to.

 

“What next, Lord?” May be your question too. So, keep asking Him until He shows you.

 

“The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with you all.” 2 Corinthians 13:14, NASB

 

Ahava and shalom

Steve Martin

Photos and images. Steve Martin

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Some photos and images. Good stuff.

Steve Martin

“Remember” by Steve Martin

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Remember

 

Most of our memories from “way back when” are good ones. The ones we cherish and look to as guideposts and solid rocks on which our lives were shaped and refined.

Those “markers” in days gone by when we lived the moment, and we swore we would never forget them, are good memories. 

“Keepers” for the future to tell our children and grands. (My son Ben often says, “That’s a good memory” after a new one has been completed.)

In May 2023, nine of us from our home group and beyond went on a journey overseas. In time it became known as the “Nine By Design,” as together we traveled the land where Jesus (Yeshua) walked. In this the Land and nation of Israel, we saw and remembered what He did and still does.

By all accounts, out of the mouths of the bonded  friends, “that was a good memory” as we reflect on that trip past.

“I shall remember the deeds of the Lord; I will certainly remember Your wonders of old.” Psalm 77:11 NASB

Often our Father’s Word encourages us to remember. Sometimes it is even a command, for He knows we best not forget His promises, His provision, His ongoing faithfulness in our lives. Because of Who He is, and our need for Him daily.

“Since God us assured us, I’ll never let you down, never walk off and leave you,” we can boldly quote, God is there, ready to help; I’m fearless no matter what. Who or what can get to me?” Hebrews 13, The Message

Give some time to meditate on what the Lord has done, for you, your family, your nation. If you do not end up with a “Thank You, Lord” in your spirit, then you have not thought long enough.

Ahava and shalom,

Steve Martin

Time To Return by Steve Martin

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Aug. 27, 2026 Greetings once again from Charlotte, North Carolina. I first want to thank Moses Julius, Light TV in Pakistan, for publishing my book BACK TO JERUSALEM in the Muslim country. He sent me three copies. (Photo above.) On September 15, David Lauka and I begin our return trip to Jerusalem, Israel. We will have six weeks with Christian Friends of Israel, bringing comfort to the nation as the Lord gives us the ongoing opportunity.  If you would also like to bless the people there in this time of their need, all contributions are appreciated. (Donate below by going to our website. Thanks!) As time quickly speeds on, in the years ahead, I want to focus more on and in Israel, especially as the nations continue to turn away, including the USA. We must stand strong alongside our Jewish friends. I will continue sending these messages from Jerusalem on this 31st trip for me, along with more updates posted on our website, LOVE FOR HIS PEOPLE.  And of course I will be uploading new WALK WITH ME videos as I have always done previously. Yeah Lord! Our younger generations especially need to know and walk in the truth. It is our job to lead them. In line with this, my newest book, BACK TO BASICS, was published this week. (See below.) Ahava and shalom, Steve Martin P.S. Photo below: The Christian Friends of Israel Jerusalem team heads home this week after three months in the USA having had numerous meetings in several states.(I like my ChatGPT rendition I did below.) P.S.S. Please share these messages with others. I am thankful as you do. Steve’s newest book, BACK TO BASICS, published August 2026. Everything that is to last a long time needs to have a firm foundation to hold during the times of pressure and uncertainty. Life is no exception. And humanity received that solid rock on which to stand when Moses was given the tablets of stone with life’s directives to take to the people. We all want to enjoy having the good things in life, and often do that which is good, or not so good, to achieve that goal. But what if we sought the One who created us to find out what His thoughts are, what His ways were meant to be, and to actually walk in the chosen path He ordained for each of us to follow? I personally think we might discover the best way to live and find real purpose in discovering and walking out His perfect plan and purposes for you and me. These messages, drawn from decades of walking with my Lord Jesus,will help to encourage you to get on the path that He, the Lord Jesus Christ, Yeshua HaMashiach, specifically created for you to also walk on. Life has purpose. Life has meaning. If we look to the Creator, we will know what that is. Enjoy the reading, and seek the Living God in all His ways. You will surely be rewarded for it, now and forever, amen. Buy now on Amazon: BACK TO BASICS For more and to subscribe visit our website LOVE FOR HIS PEOPLE Love For His People Ministry | 12120 Woodside Falls Road  | Pineville, NC 28134 US

“Reunion” by Steve Martin

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REUNION

 

Reunions among families, sports teams, high school and college graduates, band of brothers…these are special times for those involved. The great memories shared, times “relived” of days gone by, even if a bit embellished from the last time you heard that same story retold, all are times we look forward to.

My Martin family reunion set for Labor Day weekend 2026 will be special. Why? Because I am in charge. I have been planning for months to make it so.

I designed a logo for the event, and had it placed on coffee mugs, light blue polo and t-shirts, and have wonderful prizes for games in mind.

Reunions can really be awesome.

The one I am particularly looking forward to though is when the Lord Jesus Christ, Yeshua HaMashiach, returns for those who call upon His Name, and have received His salvation, redemption, which has been offered to all.

This reunion will be the greatest of all. His return, the Lion of Judah, will cause the peoples of the nations to proclaim His Lordship and bow down in worship.

 “And I saw heaven opened, and behold a white horse; and he that sat upon him was called Faithful and True…” — Revelation 19:11 (KJV)

And it continues in Revelation 19:16-16, “And the armies which are in heaven, clothed in fine linen, white and clean, were following Him on white horses.

From His mouth comes a sharp sword, so that with it He may strike down the nations, and He will rule them with a rod of iron; and He treads the wine press of the fierce wrath of God, the Almighty. 

And on His robe and on His thigh He has a name written: “KING OF KINGS, AND LORD OF LORDS.” (NASB)

As we grow weary of the wrongs being committed before our eyes; the evil put on people, especially the Jews; the injustice proclaimed as “peace and love” by the louder voices…we who know the Lord and Savior are “keeping our eyes on Him, the Author and Finisher of our faith.” Hebrews 12:2

This reunion will be historic, beyond comprehensive.

The Bible is true. Reunion time cometh!

Ahava and Shalom,

Steve Martin