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Dec 9, 2025 35 min

Eli Sharabi - Surviving 491 Days in Hamas Captivity #333

from Inside The Epicenter With Joel Rosenberg

Welcome to "Inside the Epicenter" with Joel Rosenberg and Lynn Rosenberg. In this powerful episode, host Joel Rosenberg interviews Eli Shirabi, the most well-known surviving Israeli hostage from the October 7 Hamas attacks. Eli Shirabi shares his deeply personal story of loss, resilience, and survival—telling about the murder of his wife and daughters, his 491 days of captivity in Gaza, and the strength it took to endure unimaginable suffering. Find out why Eli Shirabi's memoir, Hostage, has touched a nation and how his journey is a testament to hope amid horror. This is a conversation you won’t want to miss. (00:02) "Inside the Epicenter: Israel’s Story" (04:48) "Hostage: Al Sharabi's Story" (07:13) "Faith, Survival, and Loss" (12:43) "Terrorists Celebrating in Neighborhood" (16:59) "Year-End Appeal for Donations" (20:32) "Psalm 18: Rescue & Reflection" (25:49 Promise, Hope, and Determination (28:23) Hostage's Resilience and Guidance (33:28) "Support the Joshua Fund Mission" (34:30) "Year-End Gift Appeal." Learn more about The Joshua Fund: JoshuaFund.com Make a tax-deductible donation: Donate | The Joshua Fund Stock Media provided by DimmySad / Pond5 Related Episodes: 7 Heroes We Find So Hopeful & Encouraging Here In Israel & the Arab world #332 Grief, Courage, and the Gospel in the Epicenter #330 Caring for the Needy in Israel’s Darkest Hour #329 I was a hostage, and my husband is still in Gaza #245 Donate a generous monthly gift to The Joshua Fund to bless Israel and Her Neighbors now and for the long haul. Become an Epicenter Ally today! Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

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