Sheerah is the only woman mentioned in the Bible as a builder of cities. Her story emerges from the ashes of a broken, grieving family. After her father, Ephraim, lost his sons to a brutal murder by the men of Gath, a new son was born named Beriah—meaning ‘in tragedy.”
The people at the pools had an agenda. They thought that they knew that the way to be healed
As we commemorate the third anniversary of the October 7th massacre and subsequent deaths and losses, we remember that God is faithful to the people of Israel.
In biblical times as well as today, children have often been viewed as a disruption or burden. Yet, more than two thousand years ago, a group of mothers excitedly brought their children to meet Jesus. The children were thrilled to see the man they had heard so much about, but Jesus’ own disciples turned them away with anger and impatience.
This Psalm beautifully declares the glory of God above the earth and the heavens. Though none can compare to His majesty, He never overlooks the most vulnerable, the weakest, or the neediest among us. God hears the silent anguish of a broken heart. Of all the painful trials of the human experience, the Scripture highlights the quiet sorrow of the childless woman.
Jehoshaphat stood against a mighty army and admitted that he didn’t know what to do – But chose to look to God, to set His eyes on God’s salvation, wisdom and help rather than panic in a seemingly impossible situation.
Like the ten spies, anxiety can paralyze us, causing us to not even try to overcome challenges. Let us choose to be like Caleb—trusting that what God promises, He will accomplish. “Through God we shall do valiantly: for he it is that shall tread down our enemies.” (Psalm 60:12)
Since 2008, Be’ad Chaim has published beautiful 16-month calendars featuring the precious babies born through this ministry. In this newsletter, we invite you to look back at a sampling of the babies helped in previous years, and to meet the sixteen new stars of the 2026–2027 calendar.
In Simon’s mind, he had wondered, “doesn’t Jesus see who this woman is?” Jesus turned the question on Simon: “Simon, do you see this woman?’
Jesus did not have to touch the leper to heal him. He often healed with a word, yet He touched the leper, who was untouchable by other people, to extend mercy and compassion. Jesus demonstrated that sometimes, without a word - love is expressed by a simple touch, a hug, a hand gently resting on a shoulder.
Jesus’ most faithful followers were also some of the most unlikely and transcended social norms and stigmas. It was revolutionary to allow women to be disciples. There were women from different social classes and life situations.
Often the women who turn to us for help are grieving from fear, rejection, broken lives, and disappointments. May God reveal His deep compassion, through our team and His Spirit, to each one as Jesus showed to the widow of Nain.
God has a plan, considers and prepares for those YET TO BE CREATED. We don’t enter God’s mind when we are conceived in the womb, rather when we are conceived in His mind and heart.
In this episode, we visit Be'ad Chaim in Israel and meet the organization's director, Sandy Shoshani. For decades, the organization has supported women facing crisis pregnancies with practical assistance, compassionate care, and guidance—and has helped save the lives of more than 6,000 babies.
Sharon Marcus served as a faithful counselor with Be’ad Chaim for twenty-five years, first in Haifa and then in Jerusalem. Hers was a life defined by service, kindness, mercy, and compassion. Over the course of her years with us, she saved approximately 700 babies.
The word “HARIOU!”, “Shout aloud” in both Psalm 98 (and many other biblical verses) and in Zechariah 9:9, is seen when the King of Kings humbly enters Jerusalem. Multitudes of people are shouting aloud “Hosanna!” (save us).
In this month's newsletter, you will read heartfelt letters of thanks to Be’ad Chaim from mothers who once could not imagine how they would survive having a baby. Today, they are head-over-heels in love with their children.
During our recent 2026-2027 Be’ad Chaim calendar photo shoot, it was remarkable to see mothers who once called our hotline, adamant about having an abortion, now joyfully competing for more photos with their babies.
Even in the darkest times, new life brings light and hope. Despite the missiles and sirens, our team has worked tirelessly to ensure pregnant women and new mothers are able to provide their babies’ basic needs.
A time for war, a time for peace—and a time to be born. Despite the war, new pregnancies continue, and as women continue to question whether they should abort or protect their child, Be’ad Chaim continues to help. As I write this letter, missile alarms and attacks continue throughout the day and night.