A native of the San Fernando Valley, California, Michael Cohen was raised in a conservative Jewish home. Nonetheless, he attended Hebrew School as a boy, and after his Bar Mitzvah, he went on to excel as a student of history. However, during his late teens and early twenties, he banished all thoughts of God, and began a life that included many self-destructive behaviors. For a number of years, Michael occasionally returned to his Jewish roots, but could find no comfort or guidance there.

After his graduation from college, Michael went to work for a car rental company. There, through a series of unlikely circumstances, he met a young Jewish believer named Lisa. He was curious about her faith, and after reading a copy of the New Testament she gave him, he accepted the Lord.

Since then, Michael has served as deacon, elder and teacher in a Messianic congregation. He later married Lisa, who has also served in ministry to Jewish people. They are presently serving with Chosen People Ministries in the Los Angeles area.

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