CULTURE-PROOF
Stephen examines the question : "Is Zionism Biblical?"
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About Israel Matters
Meet the team behind Israel Matters and the Hatikvah Films documentary series, led by producer and host Stephen Briggs.
Meet the Host
Stephen Briggs
Producer & Host of Israel Matters
Stephen Briggs leads Israel Matters as its Producer and Host. He also serves as Executive Director of Covenant of Hope Media, and Executive Produced Hatikvah Films' multi-award-winning documentaries America and the Israel Effect and Cyrus Nations? UK. With decades of experience across radio, podcasting, film, and television, he helps Believers understand Israel through both journalism and cinematic storytelling.
Originally from the UK, Stephen met his wife in Jerusalem and now resides in the United States. Together they champion foster care and serve as Ambassadors for Christian Friends of EMUNAH Israel, a ministry caring for the most vulnerable children in the Holy Land.
- Executive Director, Covenant of Hope Media
- Executive Producer, Hatikvah Films
- Ambassador, Christian Friends of EMUNAH Israel
Documentary Producer
Blessing, Curse or Coincidence?
Executive Director
Covenant of Hope Media
Stephen Briggs
Producer & Host of Israel Matters
Where to hear Stephen
Recent interviews, panels, and briefings featuring Stephen’s perspective on Israel, covenant hope, and media.
CBN News
Stephen is a regular guest on CBN giving a Biblical perspective on controversial news headlines.
Watch on YouTubeDrawing a Line Through History — Abraham’s Vision
A deep dive into Blessing, Curse or Coincidence? and why Abraham’s story frames God’s rescue plan for the world.
View the interviewAmerica & the Israel Effect
Is the principle of Genesis 12:3 still in effect? This award-winning film traces 4,000 years of covenant history, America’s complex relationship with Israel, and the role the US played in her restoration.
Watch the filmDawn & Steve Mornings
A timely conversation connecting Biblical prophecy, current events, and why Israel still matters for believers.
Listen to the show