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In this powerful episode of the Sightedmoon Podcast, host Ryan Nall and co-host Joseph Dumond sit down with Yair Pinto—an Israeli Defense Forces officer, journalist, husband, father of three, and Jewish believer in Yeshua (Jesus).
Yair shares his firsthand experiences serving on the front lines following the October 7 Hamas attacks, searching terror tunnels in Gaza, defending Israel’s northern border, and balancing the responsibilities of military service with raising a young family. He offers a deeply personal look into what it means to repeatedly leave home, knowing his children may not understand why their father must go to war.
The conversation also explores one of the most difficult questions believers wrestle with: How can a follower of Jesus serve as a soldier? Yair explains how he reconciles Yeshua’s teaching to “turn the other cheek” with the biblical responsibility to defend innocent lives. Rather than promoting hatred, he speaks passionately about praying for Israel’s enemies, believing God can transform hearts—even in places like Iran where many are coming to faith despite persecution.
This interview is an honest, thoughtful discussion about faith, sacrifice, fatherhood, and trusting God in the darkest moments.
In This Episode:
- Yair Pinto’s experience as an IDF officer after October 7
- The emotional challenge of leaving his wife and young children for combat
- The inspiration behind his new book, Boots on the Ground
- Why he believes defending Israel is compatible with following Yeshua
- What “turn the other cheek” really means in the context of national defense
- Praying for enemies while standing against terrorism
- How God builds faith during seasons of war and uncertainty
Link to Yair’s new book: https://www.advbookstore.com/product-page/boots-on-the-ground
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