Hineni: Here I Am - by Yael Eckstein (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

An invitation to live a life of courageous presence.

The Hebrew word hineni--"Here I am"--appears throughout the Bible at pivotal moments. Abraham says it before the greatest test of his life. Moses answers with it before leading a nation. Isaiah speaks it when he is called to serve.

In this deeply personal and spiritually rich book, Yael Eckstein--President and CEO of the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews--explores what it means to stop hiding, step forward, and answer God's call in the ordinary and extraordinary moments of life. Drawing from timeless Jewish wisdom, biblical stories, and her own experiences leading one of Israel's largest humanitarian organizations through seasons of profound challenge, she shows that hineni is less about having all the answers and more about making ourselves fully available--to God, to others, and to the purpose for which we were created.

Through moving stories, practical insights, and fresh perspectives on familiar biblical passages, Hineni offers readers a pathway to greater faith, deeper relationships, and a renewed sense of calling. It reminds us that God is not looking for perfection or extraordinary ability; He is looking for willing hearts that will simply say, "Here I am."

Whether you are facing uncertainty, waiting for direction, or longing to live with greater purpose, Hineni will inspire you to step out from fear, embrace God's presence, and discover the extraordinary power of answering His call, in many different circumstances that feel impossible to handle-- with one faithful "Here I am" at a time.

About the Author

Yael Eckstein is President and Global CEO of the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews, overseeing all ministry programs and serves as the international spokesperson. Prior to assuming her present role, Yael served as Global Executive Vice President, Senior Vice President, and Director of Program Development and Ministry Outreach. With over a decade of nonprofit experience in multiple roles, Yael has the rare distinction of being a woman leading one of the world's largest religious charitable organizations.

She is a regular guest on programs including The Sean Hannity Show, The Ben Shapiro Show, Verdict with Ted Cruz, and The Rosenberg Report, and is frequently featured in news outlets such as Newsmax, the Washington Times, the Times of Israel, the Jerusalem Post, NewsNation, Townhall, Newsweek, and many others.

Born just outside of Chicago in Evanston, Illinois, Yael was well-educated at both American and Israeli institutions, including biblical studies at Torat Chesed Seminary in Israel, Jewish and sociology studies at Queens College in New York, and additional study at Hebrew University in Jerusalem. She is based in Israel with her husband and their four children.