A new nationwide billboard campaign in Israel is drawing attention for its bold declaration of gratitude to U.S. President Donald Trump. The signs, placed along major highways and central intersections in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv, read: “Thank You God & Donald Trump!” The initiative comes from Dr. Mike Evans, founder of the Friends of Zion Heritage Center in Jerusalem and a longtime evangelical ally of Trump. Evans described the campaign as a recognition of what he called a historic moment in the Middle East amid the ongoing war involving Israel, the United States, and Iran.
Evans called the campaign “nothing less than a Purim miracle,” emphasizing the role he sees for faith and decisive leadership in shaping the region. “The courage and leadership shown by President Trump, combined with the faith of millions who believe in God’s protection over Israel, are changing the course of history in the Middle East,” Evans said. He also suggested that the unfolding events in Iran could lead to freedom for the Persian people and increased security for the Jewish people in Israel.
The Sages teach that those who act courageously to protect the Jewish people merit divine recognition. The Bible records, “For the LORD your God is the one who goes with you to fight for you against your enemies, to give you victory” (Deuteronomy 20:4). Evans’ campaign frames Trump’s actions as aligned with that principle, portraying the president’s leadership as instrumental in safeguarding Israel and supporting its strategic position in the region. By publicly thanking both God and a world leader, the campaign situates Israel’s current conflicts within a framework of faith and tangible political action.
Evans’ presence in Israel two days before the outbreak of hostilities underscores the seriousness of his engagement. He toured affected communities, visited missile impact sites, attended funerals, spoke with Holocaust survivors, and met with soldiers and wounded civilians. His documentation of wartime life highlights both the resilience of Israeli society and the global evangelical commitment to supporting Israel in times of crisis.
This campaign is part of a larger pattern of evangelical initiatives supporting Israel. Previous projects from Friends of Zion included billboards referencing Cyrus the Great, the Persian king who enabled the return of the Jewish people to Jerusalem, and other displays highlighting U.S.-Israel relations. Evans himself presented Trump with the Friends of Zion Award in 2017 at the White House, a recognition commissioned by Israel’s ninth president, Shimon Peres, awarded to world leaders who have shown unwavering friendship toward Israel.
By publicly expressing gratitude, the campaign amplifies the message that Israel’s survival and strategic victories are not solely military or political achievements, but also moments in which leadership and faith intersect. It sends a clear signal that actions in support of the Jewish people are being observed, celebrated, and remembered.
The billboards stand as more than a symbol—they are a declaration that Israel recognizes those who act decisively in defense of the Jewish nation, placing faith and political courage in the same frame. In a time of regional conflict, this initiative underscores the enduring principle that God works through those who take a stand for His people.
