About the Author

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About The Author

          Jim Gerrish received his Master
     of Divinity degree from Southern
     Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky
     (US), and served as pastor of several
     churches before the Lord called him
     to Israel. After this call, he and his
     wife Betsy lived in Israel as Christian
     workers. For most of his
     fourteen-year stay in Israel, Jim was
     associated with the evangelical
     Christian ministry, Bridges For Peace.
          In the land, Jim gained a wealth
     of information and experience. For
     many years he directed Christian
     programs for Bridges, welcoming
     and caring for new immigrants
     arriving in Israel. For the last four
     years of his stay, he and his wife
     also directed the Galilee Study
     Center at Migdal, near Tiberias.
          Throughout his time in Israel Jim
     did a great deal of editorial work with
     Bridges For Peace, while at the same
     time originating numerous teaching
     articles on Israel and the Church.
     Many of his articles have been translated into various languages, republished in periodicals and distributed through the Internet.
     From all his experience Jim has produced one comprehensive, full-sized book entitled "Does God Play Favorites". In addition he has produced several E-books that are available free on this website.
     Jim and his wife have recently returned to Israel for another period of service in God's vineyard.