"By faith they passed through the Red Sea as by dry land, whereas the Egyptians, attempting to do so, were drowned." (Hebrews 11:29)
The same action that led to the Israelite's salvation led to the Egyptians' destruction. They were presumptious in following the Israelites into the Red Sea.
How do we know the difference between an act of faith and being presumptious?
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Terah, Abram's father, set out for Canaan, but ended up settling in Haran and died there. God wants us to go all the way with Him and finish our race!
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In this Torah study, Parashat Pinchas (Numbers 25:10-29:40), Pinchas stops the plague that has broken out in Israel because of their sin against the God of Israel. Pinchas' zeal (the Hebrew word kinah -jealousy) is rewarded with a covenant of peace (brit shalom). Zeal or passion for the Lord can be awesome and necessary for our faith; but used wrongly can also be destructive!
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So many things in the Old Testament don't make sense until you see them fulfilled in Yeshua the Messiah. This holds true for the mystery of the Red Heifer as well as the Nechustan - the Bronze Serpent that Moses lifted up on a pole in the desert. The children of Israel complained and argued at every turn; but God provided the remedy. Listen to this podcast for a Messianic Jewish perspective on Parashat Chukkat (Numbers 19:1-22:1) For more information and resources: www.voiceforisrael.net
This Torah portion (Parashat Shlach Lecha Numbers 13:1 - 15:41) is such an awesome lesson on faith and the dangers of giving in to fear, doubt and unbelief. It was because of unbelief that they failed to enter the land and claim their inheritance. And without faith it is impossible to please God. Listen to this podcast and be encouraged that with God we are well able. We can face our giants and overcome them victoriously. Be strong and of good courage for the Lord God is with us wherever we go! PLEASE SHARE!!
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This week's Torah study, Parashat Beha'alotcha (Numbers 8:1 - 12:16), is also called the 'kvetching sedra'. It warns us about the dangers of complaining which provoked God's wrath. Aaron goes up to light the lamps in the tabernacle. It is the light that banishes the darkness; and we are to let our light shine in the midst of a crooked and perverse generation. Yeshua called Himself, and He called us the light of the world. How do we shine brightly in the darkness? Find out in this podcast where we discuss the danger of 'kvetching' (complaining) and arguing.
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Discover an amazing secret hidden in the Hebrew. The same word is used in Hebrew for desert (wilderness) מדבר and speak מדבר!
God wants to speak to us in the wilderness seasons of our life! Do you find yourself in a wilderness? Aimless wandering around and around the same mountain ? Does life seem dry, dull, and monotonous? Have you lost your sense of direction and purpose? Don't lose heart! You are simply in a wilderness season and God has a good purpose for it.
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In this week's Torah portion (Numbers 4:21-7:89), we discuss the Law of Jealousy, the vow of the Nazarite, and the meaning behind the Aaronic Benediction (Priestly Blessing). For more resources on the Jewish Roots of the Christian Faith or to sign up for our weekly Torah studies check out our website: www.voiceforisrael.net. Thanks for listening. Please share with a friend.
On the mountain, God commands a sabbatical year for the Land of Israel (called a Shemitah year) every 7 years. seven cycles of shemitah are followed by a 50th year of Jubille (Yovel) - of freedom, liberty restoration and reconciliation.
God promises that if Israel will keep His commandments they will enjoy prosperity and safety; but if they disobey and break His covenant, they will be exiled from their homeland. And yet God promises restoration in the end when the people humble themselves and repent.
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The subject of holiness is so important. The Word says that without holiness no one will see the Lord. We all have ideas about what it means to be holy - but what is holiness? and what is it not?? Find out in this episode. Check out our website for more resources and information: www.voiceforisrael.net
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Today's Scripture readings are from Leviticus 16: 1 - 18:30. After the death of Aaron's 2 sons, he carries on serving the Lord as the Cohen Hagadol (High Priest) performing the rites of Yom Kippur (Day of Atonement). What changed at the cross? What is the 'new and living way' by which we have access to God? What is the meaning of the two goats and how did Yeshua fulfill the role of the Azazel (Scapegoat).
Isaiah 53: "The Lord has laid on him the sins of us all." Behold the Lamb of God who carries away the sins of the world (John 1:29).
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King Balak (Destroyer) tries to hire a sorcerer, Balaam, to curse Israel but he is unable to directly curse them, saying, "Who can curse those whom God has blessed?" (Numbers 23:8) We are blessed and highly favored by the Most High God. Listen to this podcast for insights into the weekly parashah (Torah portion). Numbers 22:2 - 25:9; Micah 5:6 - 6:8, Romans 11:25 - 32.
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"Hear, O My people, and I will admonish you!
O Israel, if you will listen to Me!" (Psalm 81:8)
God wants us to listen to Him and keep His ways so we will be safe and secure; without fear of evil.
A wise person will listen to correction; but a fool hates to be corrected because of stubbornness, ignorance & pride.
Before the 1st day of Passover, we are commanded to cleanse our homes of all leaven (yeast) called chametz in Hebrew, which represents sin and especially pride. During the festival of Passover let us remember to walk in humility like the unleavened bread (matzah) we are called to be. (1 Corinthians 5:6-8)
May we be humble and wise enough to listen to the voice of wisdom - that we may walk in ways of pleasantness and peace - and stay safe in these times. Amen v'Amen.
After the Israelites passed through the Red Sea and God gave them a tremendous victory they were singing and dancing and praising the Lord. But after three days in the wilderness, they found no water. When they finally came to the waters of Mara they could not drink it because the waters were bitter. The trials, tragedies & disappointments of life can cause us to become bitter, sour and negative. Many people are thirsty for a drink of living waters but our waters may be too bitter to drink. God wants to heal us and set us free from bitterness. It was at the Waters of Mara that God revealed Himself as YHVH ROPHE (God our Healer). The primary healing we need is from bitterness. Let us forgive and allow God to heal us.
Jacob (Israel) on his deathbed blessed the sons of Joseph: Ephraim & Menashe, giving the greater blessing to the younger son, Ephraim. Who is Ephraim today? THe book of Hosea gives us clues. The Father's blessing is so important. EAch Friday night, we bless our sons with the blessing, "May God make you like Ephraim & Menashe". Why do we bless our sons to be like them? Because even though they lived in an ungodly society and culture like Egypt, they kept their Biblical faith and heritage. WE also bless our daughters to be great women of God: May God make you like Sarah, Rachel & Rivkah." Jacob blesses each of his sons, but he curses the anger of Simeon & Levi, who slaughtered Shechem in their cruel wrath. We need to beware of a hot temper and keep our anger under control. Forsake wrath; it only causes harm." (Psalm 37:8) Joseph does not hold a grudge against his brothers after his father's death but forgives them, comforts them, speaks kindly to them and even provides for them. May we also be forgiving, loving, kind people who refuse to hold grudges especially against members of our own family. Both Jacob and Joseph ask that they not be buried in Egypt. Israel was never meant to remain permanently in exile; but to return to the Land. May the Jewish people today also consider leaving the comforts and prosperity of exile and come home to the Land.
Why do we have to wrestle or struggle in life? There is a greater purpose at work. When Jacob wrestled with an 'angel' all night, his name was changed from Jacob (Yaacov) to Israel (Yisrael). But this changed more than his name; it transformed his entire character. We are also being transformed through our struggles - from glory to glory. Discover spiritual secrets from the Hebrew in this podcast. If you are blessed, share the message with others and sign up for our free on-line Torah studies by e-mail on our website: www.voiceforisrael.net
What does it mean, from a Hebraic perspective to have a steadfast heart? that we will not be moved? God calls us to be steadfast, immovable, ....
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Beware an Evil Heart of Unbelief
“Beware, brethren, lest there be in any of you an evil heart of unbelief in departing from the living God;” (Hebrews 3:12)
Unbelief is a dangerous thing. It can keep us out of our promised land.
So we see that they could not enter in because of unbelief.” (Heb 3:19)
Let us have faith and not limit the Holy One of Israel.
Be strong and of good courage.