Our Master Yahshua
He gave up his life for us
Who We Are
THERE IS A PEOPLE who woke up this morning with one thing on their minds — to love their Creator with all their heart, mind, and strength, and to love one another just as He loved them.
Start HereAbout Us
Why Twelve Tribes?
A people for his own possession
A Culture of Love
We give up our life for him
Manifesto
No longer living for ourselves
What We Do
Our Delis
working together to serve the best food in the best atmosphere
Our Farms
...are safe havens and peaceful refuges
Sharing our Life
How selfish we would be if we didn't tell others what we found?
Our Families
In a world that is falling apart, we are staying together.
Recent Writings
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A Culture of Love
About fifty years ago, our culture began from a few people with childlike hearts who left
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Twelve Tribes Communities on Child Discipline
A Habitation of PeaceYahshua, the Son of God, was quoted as saying, “Peacemakers will be
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History of the Island Pond Community
Local families wanted to do God's will but were disappointed until they met the disciples in Chattanooga, and something
Recent Media
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Children of the Raid
The documentary centers on the lived experiences of the children who were taken into state custody during the famous June 22, 1984, Island P
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When I Met the Yellow Deli People... 50 years ago
Malachi and Rebekah share their story of leaving Vermont and meeting the first Yellow Deli community in Chattanooga, TN, in 1975.
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The Three Eternal Destinies of Man
What happens when you die? Do people really go to hell instantly?
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Set Sail! (A Play about the Mayflower Compact)
A ship was bound for the New World, departing too late in the season, with three different groups of people aboard. They found a way to wor
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"1984 - 40 Years Later" Commemorative Celebration
"Whatever Happened to the Church in Island Pond?" On Saturday, June 22, 2024, we held a commemorative celebration of our deliverance 40 yea
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My Search For the Ultimate Purpose
David Mevaser shares his story of seeking for the ultimate purpose he could give his life to.
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Malachi - Yellow Deli - Steamer Song
Jay Howley (Malachi) sings one of the old Yellow Deli songs for the customers at the Chattanooga Yellow Deli.
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Netsach - One Short Life
Netsach reminds us to think twice about our life and where it's going. Because we only get one chance, and when that chance is gone, y
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The Bible Verse that Took My Peace Away
When Soreph read Luke 14:33, he had no peace until he found a place where he could live out the words the Son of God said. Either these word
