Is Christianity actually legal in Israel? Can Christians openly worship, evangelize, and build churches there, or is the reality very different from what people are being told online?

In this episode of Passages Pulse, Josiah McGee and Olivia Layne tackle one of the biggest questions flooding social media right now: has Israel outlawed Christianity?

As viral claims spread accusing Israel of suppressing Christians and banning evangelism, Josiah and Olivia break down what Israeli law actually says, what Christians experience on the ground, and why so much misinformation is shaping the conversation.

We unpack:

⛪ Whether Christians can legally worship and open churches in Israel

📖 What Israeli law actually says about evangelism and conversion

⚖️ The truth behind claims that Christianity has been “outlawed”

🧠 Why so many viral narratives about Israel and Christians lack important context

🌍 The complicated reality facing Christians in the West Bank

📣 How social media and influencers shape public perception about Israel

🙏 How Christians should think critically, pursue truth, and respond wisely

Disclaimer: Individual views expressed in this episode are their own and do not necessarily represent those of Passages.

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