10. Bishop Robert Stearns

Bishop Robert Stearns is one of the most influential Christian leaders advocating for Israel and the Jewish people today. As founder and president of Eagles’ Wings, he has spent over 30 years mobilizing Christian leaders worldwide in solidarity with Israel, leading more than 35,000 Christians—including 700 pastors from 34 U.S. states and 21 nations—on journeys to deepen their understanding of its biblical and modern significance.

Through initiatives such as the Watchmen on the Wall training program and the Israel Experience College Student Program (often called the “Christian Birthright”), Stearns equips the next generation of Christian leaders. His humanitarian work includes overseeing Abraham’s Bread Feeding Centers in Jerusalem and Tiberias, while his cultural contributions include performances for four Israeli prime ministers and at Carnegie Hall. Honored with the Shield of David Award (2026), the Jerusalem Award (2024), recognition among The Algemeiner’s Top 100, and the Genesis Award (2021), he continues to serve as President of the Israel Christian Nexus and Bishop of The Tabernacle in Buffalo, NY, advancing unwavering Christian support for Israel.