President Donald Trump’s recent announcement recognizing Jerusalem as the “eternal capital of the Jewish people” and the relocation of the US Embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem sparked violent protests around the world. In this sermon, Dr. Ward explores the history, religious, geopolitical and strategic importance of Jerusalem and its place in Bible prophecy.

Donald Ward

Elder, United Church of God

Before his retirement in 2021, Dr. Donald Ward pastored churches in Texas and Louisiana, and taught at Ambassador Bible College in Cincinnati, Ohio. He has also served as chairman of the Council of Elders of the United Church of God. He holds a BS degree; a BA in theology; a MS degree; a doctor’s degree in education from East Texas State University; and has completed 18 hours of graduate theology from SMU.