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Living Water at the Feast of Tabernacles: exploring John 7
Water was drawn from the Pool of Siloam, brought to the Temple, poured on the altar, and berakhot (blessings) were said, thanking the LORD Most High for rain. That same pool of water would be the site where the blind man was healed and Messiah's healing ministry would expand.
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How our family celebrates the Feast of Tabernacles
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How our family celebrates the Feast of Tabernacles
Here in the north, planning for Sukkot requires consideration of the temperatures, especially when Sukkot is in October. This year, Sukkot starts in September, so we may not be such Frozen Chosen this year. Even so, the evenings are definitely crisp, so soups and stews are some of the best foods to serve during the feast. I recommend planning at least a week in advance so you don't need to worry about your menu items during the feast.
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Living Water at the Feast of Tabernacles: exploring John 7
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What does Yom Kippur have to do with Messiah’s return?
There are many Messianic prophecies in the Bible, but what is found in Zechariah 12 in particular regarding mourning (i.e. genuine, travailing repentance) is very much related to Yom Kippur. We know that Messiah Yeshua will come back after the time of the tribulation and wicked nations will be about to attack Jerusalem. Adonai Tzva'ot will handle it: "It will happen in that day that I will seek to destroy all the nations that come against Jerusalem" (Zech.12:9).
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Could Tzelophehad’s inheritance be given to daughters?
As what is now known and treasured to us as Torah was being revealed, different situations arose which needed clarification. One such instance occurred in Numbers (B’midbar) 27 when a man named Tzelophehad (commonly spelled, Zelophehad, in English translations) died in the wilderness. He was survived by 5 daughters. Tzelophehad’s family It appears Tzelophehad had been a decent man. Nothing is said about his wife, so she may have died many years earlier. Yet somehow Tzelophehad managed to raise up 5 thoughtful daughters: Mahlah, Noah, Hoglah, Milcah, and Tirzah. Machlach‘s name refers to “sickness.” If she was the firstborn, as suggested by the name-order listing in the Bible, perhaps her…
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Balaam & Balak: Conspiring to curse – Parashat Balak
King Balak was terrified of what would come to his kingdom once the Israelites arrived. Israel had just decimated the Amorites, so this king had reason to be concerned. Balak's fear rubbed off on his people. Numbers 22:3 says "Moab was filled with dread because of B'nei Y'Israel [the children of Israel]" (Numbers 22:3). The Moabites knew Israel was strong, both in number and in power.
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Dead Bodies, a Red Cow, Snakes, and the King’s Highway: The makings of a movie, or an intense Numbers Bible Study?
Most people probably don’t count the passages of Scripture in Numbers 19-21 (known as Parashat Chukat) as among the most understandable or relatable of the Bible. This portion of Scripture definitely won’t be the favorite of anyone uncomfortable with dead bodies! The Red Heifer and Bible Prophecy These chapters talk about a red heifer that is to be burned so that, mysteriously, its ashes can purify an unclean individual who has touched a dead body. Specific instructions are given about how to be purified if you’ve touched a corpse, what to do if an open container without a lid fastened on was in the tent when someone died there .…
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Korah, the Social Influencer – Parashat Korach
Today, we have social media "influencers." Korah was the social influencer in his day. He didn't get YouTube awards or Facebook fans, but he had enough followers to cause a major disruption. That generation would never make it to the land of milk and honey.
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Memorial Day: The Memory of the Righteous is a blessing
What comes to mind when you think of Memorial Day? If your family is anything like ours, you’ve probably got outdoor plans and a grill to light up. Memorial Day weekend is a wonderful time to enjoy being with family as most people have extra time off of work, and there is certainly nothing wrong with extra family time! But while you are preparing to barbecue your burgers and Hebrew National hotdogs, I hope you have taken some time to reflect and thank HaShem for the gift of freedom that we have in the United States. Just a few weeks ago, Israel was attacked by Hamas rocket fire. Safety, security,…
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Haman’s wife Zeresh was right about this 1 thing
From Haman to Hamas, Israel is all too often surrounded and attacked by enemies, but fear not, the enemy will never prevail! Baruch HaShem Adonai, the Guardian of Israel, who never slumbers nor sleeps.
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The increase of Israel’s border, little by little – Parashat Mishpatim
The nation of Israel is truly flourishing. The land is prospering. Deserts are blossoming, becoming lush and full of greenery. Israel is an agricultural marvel and nations around the world are beginning to take note of their agri-tech, though it is no surprise to anyone familiar with the Scriptures:
