Our latest Jerusalem Connection Red Alert Report brings you a powerful firsthand account from Liz Becker, co-founder of Strong Voices for Israel and daughter of a Holocaust survivor. Liz recently returned from Israel after spending time there during the outbreak of the most recent war—and her experiences offer a deeply human perspective on what Israelis are facing each day.
While news headlines often reduce conflict to numbers and statistics, Liz’s story reminds us that behind every alert, every siren, and every intercepted rocket are real people navigating fear, uncertainty, and resilience.
Life Under Rocket Alerts
Liz arrived in Israel just as the conflict escalated. She describes the shock of hearing the first alarm—an eight-minute warning to find shelter—and the emotional weight of adapting to a reality where alerts interrupt daily life. She shares what it felt like to wait in a shelter as the Iron Dome intercepted incoming missiles overhead, each moment a reminder of both danger and miraculous protection.
Moments of Humanity Amid Crisis
Even in the midst of war, Liz encountered profound moments of connection:
- Conversations with international guests—military personnel, diplomats, and travelers—opened doors for honest dialogue about Israel’s challenges.
- A moving encounter with German soldiers wearing pins of both the German and Israeli flags struck Liz deeply, given her family’s history.
- The resilience of everyday Israelis, who continued jogging along the beach and going about their lives, left a lasting impression.
Liz also speaks about her work with StrongVoicesforIsrael.org, an organization she co-founded with Max Long and Noy Leyb to strengthen ties between Jewish and Christian communities through truth and education. (Noy Leyb was highlighted on a previous Red Alert Report during his visit to Washington, DC, in July 2024. You can find his remarks in our July 30, 2024, Red Alert Episode: Red Alert: Prime Minister Netanyahu and Delegation (https://youtu.be/SCtsBOr7m10?si=CgdT3bFU0XP4D3wS). Noy’s speech starts at minute marker 13:18.
Why Her Story Matters
Liz’s experience is a reminder that the people of Israel—our brothers and sisters—are living through realities most of us can hardly imagine. Her testimony underscores the importance of:
- Standing in prayer for Israel and the IDF
- Supporting Israeli voices and sharing their stories
- Building bridges of understanding between communities
Bringing firsthand Israeli perspectives to audiences in the United States is one of the most effective ways to foster clarity, compassion, and connection.
Thank you for standing with us as we continue to inform, educate, and activate believers with truth and insight about Israel and the Jewish people. Please continue to pray without ceasing for Israel, the IDF, and all her people. Pray for the peace of Jerusalem.
To find Liz Becker’s father’s story, search Amazon for The Little General by Robert Bolek Becker: https://a.co/d/09GFxdiV
