November 2026 Personal Letter

Shalom, mishpacha (family).

While Thanksgiving Day is not one of the Biblical Feasts, it’s a meaningful memorial of God’s providence, faithfulness, and love. Yet in recent decades, people in our country have worked diligently to vilify and rename holidays — relabeling Columbus Day as “Indigenous Peoples’ Day” and Thanksgiving as a “National Day of Mourning.” Although those activists appear to have lost touch with reality as well as history, Thanksgiving offers Believers a timeless reminder: We are pilgrims on this Earth!

Our True Citizenship

First Timothy 2:1–2 instructs us to pray for our governing leaders so that we may lead peaceful and godly lives. Yet, earthly allegiances hold a distant second to our true citizenship: For our citizenship is in Heaven, from which we also eagerly wait for the Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ, who will transform our lowly body that it may be conformed to His glorious body, according to the working by which He is able even to subdue all things to Himself (Phil. 3:20–21).

In a culture tossed about by shifting fads, pressures, and insecurities, the search for identity is exhausting. Humans yearn for belonging, purpose, and community. Yet Satan’s counterfeit identities pale in comparison to our “adoption” into Yeshua’s royal family (Eph. 1:5; Gal. 4:4–7; Rom. 8:14–17).

We Believers are not meant to belong in this fallen world! Conforming to culture to avoid standing out is a seductive snare; our true calling and identity are found only in Messiah.

Sojourners in a Strange Land

The Apostle Peter exhorted Believers:

Beloved, I beg you as sojourners and pilgrims, abstain from fleshly lusts which war against the soul, having your conduct honorable among the gentiles, that when they speak against you as evildoers, they may, by your good works which they observe, glorify God in the day of visitation (1 Pet. 2:11–12).

Our “walk” of faith mirrors the 40-year wilderness journey of ancient Israel. They lived in temporary tents, guided by the Shekinah — God’s manifest presence — as they journeyed toward the Promised Land. Likewise, we Believers “tabernacle” in temporary bodies, guided by God’s indwelling Spirit, as we journey toward our Promised Land: Heaven. When the Hebrews took their eyes off of the Lord, they faltered. In the same way, we become vulnerable to the enemy’s snares when we focus on ourselves instead of fixing our eyes on Yeshua as we run our earthly race (Heb. 12:1–2).

Earth is Not Our Home

Earth wasn’t designed to be temporary. God created Earth with immortal beings in a perfect environment. In Eden, God communed with mankind — those whom He entrusted to rule the planet. But when Adam’s sin ruined God’s perfect creation, Yeshua — the second Adam — came to restore creation and reclaim authority from Satan.

Paul explained: For the creation was subjected to futility, not willingly, but because of Him who subjected it, in hope that the creation itself will be set free from its bondage to corruption and obtain the freedom of the glory of the children of God (Rom. 8:20–21).

Though Yeshua took dominion from Satan, Earth still groans from corruption. The restoration process has continued for thousands of years. Why? Because God so loved the world! In His mercy, God gives everyone a chance to repent and be saved before He subjects the Earth to fire and creates it anew. We must trust God’s plan; He knows what He is doing.

Therefore, Peter reminds Believers to “live out your time as foreigners here in reverent fear” (1 Pet. 1:17). The KJV states: “… pass the time of your sojourning in fear.” Walking in the fear of the Lord ensures our success during our earthly pilgrimage.

Looking for a City

Through faith in Messiah Yeshua, Believers gain access into our future heavenly residence — the eternal Kingdom that He has been preparing for us for almost 2,000 years. The writer of Hebrews points to Abraham as our model: By faith he [Abraham] made his home in the promised land like a stranger in a foreign country; he lived in tents, as did Isaac and Jacob, who were heirs with him of the same promise. For he was looking forward to the city with foundations, whose architect and builder is God (Heb. 11:9–10, emphasis added).

Abraham longed for this “city” — the New Jerusalem (Rev. 21) — the true Promised Land and eternal destination of every Believer. When Yeshua returns to tabernacle on Earth during the millennial reign, we will reign with Him from heavenly places (Eph. 2:6) and experience the Sabbath rest for which we yearn.

William Bradford recorded in Bradford’s History of the Plymouth Settlement that the Mayflower Pilgrims viewed their 1620 voyage as a divine exodus from European tyranny. Though they viewed this New World as the Promised Land, we Believers know and anticipate that eternal city that our Lord has prepared for us.

Even so, we must remain focused, as Paul instructed: Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things (Col. 3:1–2).

This heavenly focus is our motivation, and we know that it’s yours too. At Zola Levitt Ministries, we remain dedicated to the Great Commission to reach the world with the Gospel of Yeshua before He returns.

P.S. Our earthly pilgrimage is short. Please stand with us through your prayers and financial backing as we labor to accomplish all that God directs us to do before our Bridegroom returns for us.

Dear Friend,

Shalom from the Holy Land. There are moments in motherhood that you anticipate for years, yet when they arrive, you realize that you aren’t quite prepared. Many parents experience this on a child’s first day of school, at graduation, and, for many Israeli families, when a child leaves to begin compulsory service in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF).

This past summer, our daughter Noa began her service. Amidst the flurry of activity on the morning that she left, I did what many mothers instinctively do. Was everything packed? Did she have enough food … socks … an extra charger? Had we forgotten anything? All too soon, the moment of departure arrived. Looking at my daughter, I saw a young adult ready to take on a new and significant responsibility.

A Time to Serve

As a mother who believes in Yeshua as Lord and Savior, I found that this experience prompted deep reflection on service and calling. Naturally, I want my children to be safe. Even so, I have also taught them that life isn’t built around our own security or comfort. Sometimes God calls us to step forward, accept responsibility, and serve others. For my children, military service has become an expression of that call.

Scripture repeatedly summons God’s people to courage when they face difficult tasks. As Joshua prepared to lead Israel into the Promised Land, the Lord commanded him: “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go” (Josh. 1:9).

Responsibility to Protect

Following the Hamas assault on October 7, 2023, military service and national defense became much more personal here in Israel. Behind words like “defense” and “security” are real people — sons and daughters who leave home, undergo demanding training, and accept the responsibility to safeguard others while putting their own lives on the line.

When your own children serve in the military, you view life through a new lens. Nehemiah addressed people facing serious threats as they rebuilt Jerusalem: “Remember the Lord, who is great and awesome, and fight for your families, your sons and your daughters, your wives and your homes” (Neh. 4:14).

While our circumstances differ from those of Nehemiah’s time, and Scripture must not be reduced to political slogans, this Biblical principle resonates deeply with me: Protecting others requires people willing to step forward and carry a burden. That willingness makes me proud of my children and my fellow countrymen.

Proud of Who They Are Becoming

IDF service requires young people to mature quickly. They learn discipline, cooperation across diverse backgrounds, and perseverance despite exhaustion. Above all, they learn that others depend on them. When my children return home on leave, I see this growth in both subtle and obvious ways.

The nature of Noa’s service limits our communication. For me, this disconnect has been the hardest part so far. I cannot be there when difficulties arise, nor can I offer counsel, encouragement, or support when she may need it most.

Yet when she is home, some things remain the same. There is laundry and ironing to do. I enjoy preparing her favorite meals, straightening her room, and ensuring that she can rest as much as possible when she’s here.

Yeshua taught His disciples that true greatness is found in service: “Whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant” (Matt. 20:26). Service takes many forms, especially in the IDF, with its many different roles. Still, the principle is unchanged: You no longer live solely for yourself; you have a task, and others depend on you to do it well.

A New Season

As our children have entered military service, my role as a mother has changed. I pray, encourage, and listen. I resist the urge to ask her 20 questions whenever the phone rings. I strive to make our home a sanctuary where uniforms are set aside, military gear is put down, and our children can eat, sleep, laugh, and enjoy family life again, even for a short time.

I remind myself that while the uniform represents a tremendous responsibility, it does not define my children. Before joining a unit, they belonged to God. They were created in His image, loved by Him, and entrusted to me for a season.

I would be dishonest if I said that I never worry. I do. Sometimes I check my phone more often than I care to admit, and a short message saying “Everything’s fine” brings great relief. Yet faith does not mean pretending that there’s nothing to fear. Faith means deciding where to place that fear. Paul stressed: “For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline” (2 Tim. 1:7).

Seeing the young adults whom God is shaping makes me very proud. I am delighted to see them put on the uniform, handle difficult assignments, and help others. When it’s time to leave again, I hug them, reaffirm my love for them, and remind them to call whenever they can and trust the Lord. Then, I let them go.

Into God’s Hands

My primary task now is daily intercession for my children as they serve. I ask God to give them courage, compassion, strength, daily bread, and wisdom. I also pray for confidence, humility, and safety as I recite the words from Psalm 121.

While I cannot protect my children from every danger or accompany them wherever they go, God is always with them. That truth anchors my prayers as I recall the psalmist’s words: “The Lord will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore” (Ps. 121:8). Especially during these days, I hold tightly to those words.

P.S. As a mother, I can think of no better place to entrust my children than into God’s hands. Thank you for praying and standing with us.

Bearded Bible Brothers^® TV programs in November

Our ministry continues to create diverse, hard-hitting programs that challenge legalism and proclaim the Gospel. Here is what we are airing on television this month. During the first week, we conclude Return of the Nephilim with an explosive finale. We round out the month with the three stand-alone, encore programs described below.