Torah Commentary – Joined To HaShem – Yitro (Jethro) – Words To Live By – SCRIPTURES FOR February 3, 2017

Torah Commentary Yitro (Jethro) Exodus 18:1-20:23 Isaiah 6:1-7:6; 9:5-6 Matthew 5:21-30; 15:1-11 Hebrews 12:18-29 James 2:8-13 Words To Live By The Hebrews are free from life in Egypt. Pharaoh is among the dead on the sea shore. It is time for their journey to continue. In their minds, it is time to move on and make a bee line for the Promise Land. Not so … Continue reading Torah Commentary – Joined To HaShem – Yitro (Jethro) – Words To Live By – SCRIPTURES FOR February 3, 2017

Torah Commentary – Lech Lecha (Get Yourself Out) – One Man Was Listening – SCRIPTURES FOR October 28, 2017

Torah Commentary Lech Lecha (Get Yourself Out) Gen 12:1-17:27 Isaiah 40:27-41:16 Acts 7:1-8 Romans 3:19-5:6 Hebrews 7:1-19; 11:8-12   One Man Was Listening I was talking to a Jewish friend with a number of other people in the room a few of years ago. During the conversation someone said, “God spoke to me” and went on to state what they thought they had heard. After … Continue reading Torah Commentary – Lech Lecha (Get Yourself Out) – One Man Was Listening – SCRIPTURES FOR October 28, 2017

Torah Commentary – B’resheet (In the beginning) – Noach (Noah) – The End Justified the Beginning – SCRIPTURES FOR October 21, 2017

Torah Commentary B’resheet (In the beginning) Noach (Noah) Genesis 1:1-11:32 Isaiah 42:5-43:10 John 1:1-18 Revelation 21:1-5; 22:1-5 Note: To catch up with the Torah cycle this is two portions combined The End Justified the Beginning We begin another Torah cycle! I express this with anticipation. Many “new to Torah” folks may question why we read through and study the same five books year after year. … Continue reading Torah Commentary – B’resheet (In the beginning) – Noach (Noah) – The End Justified the Beginning – SCRIPTURES FOR October 21, 2017

Torah Commentary – Ki Tetze (When you go out) – Protecting the Back of the Pack – SCRIPTURES FOR September 2, 2017

Torah Commentary Ki Tetze (When you go out) Deuteronomy 21:10-25:19 Isaiah 54:1-10 Mark 10:2-12 Luke 20:27-38 1Tim 5:17-18 Protecting the Back of the Pack As I read through these middle chapters of Deuteronomy I sometimes want to put my head back and say, “Well duh!” For me, I find many of the instructions here are common sense. I really cannot think of a time in … Continue reading Torah Commentary – Ki Tetze (When you go out) – Protecting the Back of the Pack – SCRIPTURES FOR September 2, 2017

Torah Commentary – Re’eh (See) – See, Perceive or Selah – SCRIPTURES FOR August 19, 2017

Torah Commentary Re’eh (See) Deuteronomy 11:26-16:17 Isaiah 54:11-55:5 1Corinthians 5:9-13 1John 4:1-6 See, Perceive or Selah The title of this Torah portion is translated very simply with the word “see.” This small simple word can be taken for granted by some.  For the vast majority of the people in this country, “seeing” is the first thing they do every morning. People wake up, open their eyes … Continue reading Torah Commentary – Re’eh (See) – See, Perceive or Selah – SCRIPTURES FOR August 19, 2017

Torah Commentary – Devarim “Words” – A More Excellent Work – SCRIPTURES FOR July 29, 2017

Torah Commentary Devarim “Words” Deuteronomy 1:1-3:22 Isaiah 1:1-27 1Kings 16-18 John 15:1-11 Hebrews 3:7-4:11 A More Excellent Work This week we begin the Book of Deuteronomy, which includes the final message of Moses to the people he has grown to love. Although they have given Moses many days of heartache through the forty year wilderness journey, in the end his love for them cannot be measured. I … Continue reading Torah Commentary – Devarim “Words” – A More Excellent Work – SCRIPTURES FOR July 29, 2017

Torah Commentary – Chukat “Statute” – Give or It Shall Be Taken From You – SCRIPTURES FOR July 1, 2017

The Hebrews have been in the wilderness for 38 years. There are still trials to go through and people who must die before they can move on. Let us not miss the personal nature and just read over the deaths of Moshe’s brother and sister. Their deaths will bring many changes in the camp.   Torah Commentary Chukat “Statute” Numbers 19:1-22:1 Judges 11:1-33 John 11-12 Give … Continue reading Torah Commentary – Chukat “Statute” – Give or It Shall Be Taken From You – SCRIPTURES FOR July 1, 2017

The New Moon has been sighted in Israel!

Shalom, New Moon The New Moon has been sighted in Israel! We begin the Biblical Third month.  Look toward the western sky at sundowntonight and celebrate the goodness of HaShem in our lives. Celebration Tips Lighting of the Menorah Reading Psalms Sounding of the shofar Celebration dinner Special time of thanks and blessing. Prayer for peace of Jerusalem (Ps 122:6) and regathering of the family … Continue reading The New Moon has been sighted in Israel!

Parashat B’har/B’Chukkotai – Lev. 25:1 – 26:2

This post is written by a member of the Messianic community in Israel or guest contributor. The opinions and views expressed are solely those of the author and may not necessarily reflect those of Kehila News Israel or myself. And every tenth of cattle or flock, every [one] that will pass under the staff, the tenth one shall be holy to the L-rd. – Vayikra/Leviticus … Continue reading Parashat B’har/B’Chukkotai – Lev. 25:1 – 26:2

Torah Commentary – B’har (On Mount Sinai), B’chukotai – The Heart of the Matter – SCRIPTURES FOR May 20, 2017

Torah Commentary B’har (On Mount Sinai), B’chukotai Leviticus 25:1-26:2; 26:3-27:34 Jeremiah 32:6-27; 16:19-17:14 2Corinthians 7-13  The Heart of the Matter For our culture, many of the instructions of Leviticus seem quite foreign to us. There is even a debate whether most of these Scriptures pertain only to the time when we have entered the Land. “Buying and selling of crops, allowing the land to rest on … Continue reading Torah Commentary – B’har (On Mount Sinai), B’chukotai – The Heart of the Matter – SCRIPTURES FOR May 20, 2017

Torah Commentary – Acharei Mot(After the Death), K’doshim(Holy Ones) – Searching For Life – Day 8, Month 2, 5777; 4 May 2017

Torah Commentary Acharei Mot(After the Death), K’doshim(Holy Ones) Leviticus 16:1-18:30; 19:1-20:27 Ezekiel 22:1-19 Romans 3:19-28; 9:30-10:13 1 Corinthians 5:1-13 2 Corinthians 2:1-11 Galatians 3:10-14 Hebrews 7:23-10:25 Searching For Life Life is an interesting word. The dictionary defines it as,”The condition that distinguishes animals and plants from inorganic matter, including the capacity for growth, reproduction, functional activity, and continual change preceding death.” According to this definition … Continue reading Torah Commentary – Acharei Mot(After the Death), K’doshim(Holy Ones) – Searching For Life – Day 8, Month 2, 5777; 4 May 2017

Torah Commentary -Mikketz (At the end) -Prison to Palace and Back Again -Day 29, Month 9, 5775; 29 December 2016

Torah Commentary Mikketz (At the end) Genesis 41:1-44:17 1Kings 3:15-4:1 Acts 7:9-16   Prison to Palace and Back Again   The life of Joseph is filled with ups and downs; up with favor, down to the pit. This week we read of his final release from prison, the stage being set for Joseph’s dreams to come to pass and the real purpose for his life … Continue reading Torah Commentary -Mikketz (At the end) -Prison to Palace and Back Again -Day 29, Month 9, 5775; 29 December 2016

Torah Commentary- Vayetze (He went out)- His God Too

Torah Commentary Vayetze (He went out) Genesis 28:10-32:3 Hosea 12:13-14:9 John 1:43-51 His God Too Yaakov’s life has been one of testing from before he could remember. He did not choose this war, but from his mother’s womb, he has been thrust into it. He now breaks free of his brother’s grasp and heads out on his own to make a life for himself. Life … Continue reading Torah Commentary- Vayetze (He went out)- His God Too

Torah Commentary – THEY DID, SO HE DID – Joined To HaShem – February 20, 2014

Torah Commentary Exodus 38:21-40:38, 1 Kings 7:40-50, 1 Cor 6-10 THEY DID, SO HE DID Have you ever thought that serving God was hard work sometimes? I am sure the Hebrews had this thought going through their minds once in a while. I mean Hashem has brought them out of Egypt where they were doing quite a but of building and here they are again, building. This … Continue reading Torah Commentary – THEY DID, SO HE DID – Joined To HaShem – February 20, 2014

Torah Commentary – Ki Tisa “When you take” – Joined To HaShem – February 14, 2014

Torah Commentary Ki Tisa “When you take” Exodus 30:11-34:35 , 1 Kings 18:1-39, 1 Samuel 16-18, Luke 11:14-20;  Acts 7:35-8:1  Only If You Go Too!  Any parent should be able to understand this Torah portion well.  We have all experienced those times that our children disobey, but once in a while they do something that makes us look at them and say, “Just get out of my sight for … Continue reading Torah Commentary – Ki Tisa “When you take” – Joined To HaShem – February 14, 2014

Torah Commentary – A Matter of the Heart – Tetzaveh “You shall command” – Joined To HaShem – Day 6, Month 12 (Adar), February 6, 2014

Torah Commentary Tetzaveh “You shall command” Exodus 27:20-30:10, Ezekiel 43:10-27, 1 Samuel 13-15, Phil 4:10-20  A Matter of the Heart This week we go from the details of the Tabernacle to the details of Aaron’s garments. Again, we can become so enamored with the details of the prophetic shadows and types that we forget about the true meaning. We can miss the “heart” of the matter. Aaron and … Continue reading Torah Commentary – A Matter of the Heart – Tetzaveh “You shall command” – Joined To HaShem – Day 6, Month 12 (Adar), February 6, 2014

Torah Commentary – Terumah – “Heave offering” – Joined To HaShem – January 31, 2014

Terumah – “Heave offering” Exodus 25:1-27:19 1 Kings 5:26-6:13 Hebrews 8:1-6   A Willing Life This week’s Torah portion begins with the Tabernacle, a tent HaShem will use as a dwelling place that He may live in the midst of His people.  HaShem will give specific instructions to Moses and the Hebrews regarding this tent and its furnishings.  As we read through this and next week’s portions we … Continue reading Torah Commentary – Terumah – “Heave offering” – Joined To HaShem – January 31, 2014

They Saw God – Torah Commentary – Mishpatim – “Judgments” – January 24, 2014

Torah Commentary Mishpatim “Judgments” Exodus 21:1-24:18 Jeremiah 34:8-22; 33:25-26 Matthew 5:38-42;Acts 23:1-11 Hebrews 9:15-22; 10:28-39 They Saw God Waters parting, pillars of fire, water from rocks and food from the heavens.  It doesn’t seem that it could get any better than this!  Try to imagine just one more time what it must have been like to be one of the Hebrews.  Imagine the excitement in your … Continue reading They Saw God – Torah Commentary – Mishpatim – “Judgments” – January 24, 2014

“Shema Yisrael” – Yitro (Jethro) – Torah Scope – JANUARY 17, 2014

After considering what has thus far transpired in the Book of Exodus, this week’s Torah portion, Yitro, involves one of the most memorable scenes outside of the deliverance from Egypt. It is in this reading where the Lord visits Mount Sinai and delivers the Ten Commandments (Exodus 19:1-20:17). The Ancient Israelites were deathly afraid of what was taking place, and so Moses has to explain what … Continue reading “Shema Yisrael” – Yitro (Jethro) – Torah Scope – JANUARY 17, 2014

THE LORD HAD A MAN – by David Wilkerson – David Wilkerson Today – FRIDAY, JANUARY 17, 2014

THE LORD HAD A MAN by David Wilkerson [May 19, 1931 – April 27, 2011] It was a difficult time in Israel as depravity, apostasy and backsliding were rampant in the land. At this time, the ark was gone from Israel. Eli, the nation’s high priest, was lazy and complacent, allowing his sons to debauch the priesthood. Under their leadership, adultery and fornication were rampant … Continue reading THE LORD HAD A MAN – by David Wilkerson – David Wilkerson Today – FRIDAY, JANUARY 17, 2014

Torah Commentary – Yitro – “Jethro” – Joined To HaShem – January 16, 2014

Torah Commentary Yitro – “Jethro” Exodus 18:1-20:23,Isaiah 6:1-7:6; 9:5-6,1 Samuel 4-6 Words of Life This week we come to the section of scripture known as the Ten Commandments. No section has been spoken or written on more than these words. With all the commentary though, do we really know what these words are all about? To understand the Words, let us first look to the setting. … Continue reading Torah Commentary – Yitro – “Jethro” – Joined To HaShem – January 16, 2014

GOD DID IT ALL THROUGH ONE MAN – by David Wilkerson – David Wilkerson Today – THURSDAY, JANUARY 16, 2014

GOD DID IT ALL THROUGH ONE MAN by David Wilkerson [May 19, 1931 – April 27, 2011] Consider the plight of Israel in Egypt. God’s nation was in incredible ruin, with widespread apostasy. Satan had Israel under his heel, manipulating the political powers of the day to make laws against them and persecute them. The enemy was ridiculing and mocking God’s testimony on earth. It … Continue reading GOD DID IT ALL THROUGH ONE MAN – by David Wilkerson – David Wilkerson Today – THURSDAY, JANUARY 16, 2014

TOUCHING NATIONS FOR CHRIST – by David Wilkerson – David Wilkerson Today – WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 15, 2014

TOUCHING NATIONS FOR CHRIST by David Wilkerson [May 19, 1931 – April 27, 2011] “But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth” (Acts 1:8). I am amazed and perplexed by the scores of ministers, … Continue reading TOUCHING NATIONS FOR CHRIST – by David Wilkerson – David Wilkerson Today – WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 15, 2014

Canada’s former Defense Minister goes public with shocking claim: ‘Aliens are real and walk among us’

(NaturalNews) Area 51. UFOs. Strange signs in cornfields. And, of course, aliens from space. They’re all real, you see, and in fact, there are aliens among us. At least, that’s what one former Canadian defense minister is saying, as reported by Fusion: There’s nothing quite like a former high-ranking official giving credence to conspiracy theories to kick off a work week. [Recently], Paul Hellyer, former Canadian … Continue reading Canada’s former Defense Minister goes public with shocking claim: ‘Aliens are real and walk among us’

APPOINTED TO SPEAK – by Carter Conlon – David Wilkerson Today – SATURDAY, JANUARY 11, 2014

APPOINTED TO SPEAK by Carter Conlon Early in my Christian walk, God put a compelling love for the lost in my heart. Yes, there were times when I was opposed and even threatened. Nevertheless, I simply could not remain silent, for I genuinely cared about people and I was compelled to speak about Jesus Christ. Men and women around me were dying in their sin, … Continue reading APPOINTED TO SPEAK – by Carter Conlon – David Wilkerson Today – SATURDAY, JANUARY 11, 2014

B’shalach (After he had let go) – “Complaining Slaves” – JANUARY 10 , 2014

The previous three Torah readings of Exodus: Shemot, V’eira, and Bo, all detail some of the most important and memorable events in the Holy Scriptures—getting us to learn about how God miraculously involves Himself in delivering His people. Yet as important as the Exodus from Egypt is, why do we see God’s chosen complaining, immediately after they are released? In B’shalach this week, we see the Ancient Israelites complaining right after they … Continue reading B’shalach (After he had let go) – “Complaining Slaves” – JANUARY 10 , 2014

Torah Commentary – Beshalach “When He Sent” – Outward Preparation – January 9, 2014

Beshalach “When He Sent” Exodus 13:17-17:16 Judges 4:4-5:31 Luke 2:22-24; 1 Cor 10:1-13; Revelation 15:1-4 Outward Preparation The big day has finally come for the Hebrews.  We can’t even imagine how they must have felt taking the first steps of their new journey.  It had been about a year since the infamous day when Moses had come back to Egypt.  So much had changed and changed … Continue reading Torah Commentary – Beshalach “When He Sent” – Outward Preparation – January 9, 2014

Satanists Meet $20,000 Goal in Effort to Build Monument for Okla. Capitol That Includes Children Admiring Satan

The New York-based Satanic Temple on Monday submitted its designs for a monument that it aims to have placed at the Oklahoma Capitol next to the Ten Commandments. The sculpture will feature a 7-foot-tall goat-headed creature, Baphomet, as Satan, which will be flanked by two adoring children – one boy and one girl – smiling as they look up to the creature that will be … Continue reading Satanists Meet $20,000 Goal in Effort to Build Monument for Okla. Capitol That Includes Children Admiring Satan

Torah Commentary – Bo “Come” – Words Are Not Enough – January 2, 2014

Torah Commentary Bo “Come” Exodus 10:1-13:16 Jeremiah 46:13-28  Words Are Not Enough  Pharaoh is a very interesting character in scripture. He is the epitome of how callous and hardhearted man can be.  For years I have heard many people say, “If only God would do a miracle in my family, if He would do something they could really see was from Him, then they would believe.” … Continue reading Torah Commentary – Bo “Come” – Words Are Not Enough – January 2, 2014

New Moon in Israel

The New Moon has been seen in Israel! This marks the beginning of the  Biblical Third Month.     Look toward the western sky at sundown tonight and celebrate the goodness of HaShem in our lives. Celebration Tips Lighting of the Menorah Reading Psalms Blowing of the shofar Celebration dinner Special time of thanks and blessing May HaShem open His floodgates of blessing upon you … Continue reading New Moon in Israel