Messiah in Life

As we approach the high holiday season, we face a great deal of uncertainty in the world. From economic stress, to wars and rumors of wars. Moses, as he approaches the end of his life sings a song. He...

3 Okt 202425min

The opening of this double portion makes a bold statement about the community of faith, acknowledging not only the prominent members of the community, but also the least. Why is this important? Give a...

26 Sep 202429min

Why do we remember moments of cultural or national significance? What of moments and miracles of eternal significance? In this week's Torah portion, the Lord commands Israel to do something unusual wh...

19 Sep 202422min

Called to be a blessing. Abraham would not only be blessed of the Lord, but he would be a blessing to the nations. In Messiah, Jew and Gentile alike, as seed of Abraham, will also be a blessing. Yet, ...

12 Sep 202430min

Judges were to judge righteously, officers were to quickly and rightly execute their judgment. Likewise, the prophet of the Lord was to speak righteously, leading the people of God along the way corre...

5 Sep 202441min

The imagery of this portion reminds us of the Shepherding Lord leading His flock to their promised pasture. What does the Psalm 23 teach us about the relationship between Shepherd and sheep, pleasant ...

29 Aug 202443min

In this portion, Moses reminds Israel of their miraculous provision from heaven, but then stresses, "Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God." This is a s...

22 Aug 202443min

Moses continues to speak to the next generations, warning against idolatry, and the continued influence of the "broad way." He recounts the Ten Commandments, and the days leading to their revelation. ...

15 Aug 202436min