Summary

I am Susan Perlman, and this is my journey from a traditional Jewish upbringing in Brooklyn to embracing Jesus as the Messiah. At the age of 12, I lost my father to a sudden heart attack, which left me searching for answers about life after death. This profound loss led me to the Jesus movement of the 1970s, where a chance encounter with a man inspired me to explore my faith further. Despite facing rejection and challenges from my family, who feared it would reflect poorly on them, I persevered in sharing my faith and founded Jews for Jesus. As a two-time cancer survivor, my faith has been my anchor, providing me with strength, hope, and a renewed purpose. My story is a testament to God’s unwavering love and the transformative power of embracing Jesus as the Messiah.

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Meet Susan Perlman, a trailblazer for the gospel and co-founder of Jews for Jesus. Raised in a traditional Jewish home, Susan encountered life’s biggest questions early, especially after losing her father. When she asked her rabbi if her father was in heaven, the lack of an answer left her searching for something deeper. During the Jesus movement of the 1970s, she found the answers—and peace—in Jesus, transforming her life and giving her the assurance she sought.

For over 50 years, Susan has faced many challenges yet remains steadfast in sharing her faith, helping countless Jews discover Jesus as their Messiah. A two-time cancer survivor, her trust in God is unwavering. Susan says, “My days are not numbered by an oncologist but by God Himself.” Susan’s incredible journey of faith, resilience, and boldness continues to inspire people around the world.

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Jeff Morgan and Elisha Lazarus are the hosts of SO BE IT! Their lives were radically transformed by Jesus Yeshua and love sharing their faith with their fellow Jewish people.