I heard a person recently state that the various rules found in Torah were silly, outdated, and even vindictive. But are they? How do they compare with man’s way of thinking? This week’s Torah section is called Ki Tetse, which means “When you go out,” an interesting description, though wonderfully important, in that many of…
Shalom Everyone, Last Sabbath was an amazing experience at North Santiam River Park. Lots of food, wonderful fellowship, learning to be “in” Messiah, and heartfelt Mikveh’s in living water. A wonderful Sabbath it was. This week, Angie and I will be in Idaho visiting our son. We will miss being with you, but know you…
If a pastor has a successful, growing congregation would you assume that he is in God’s favor because of the numbers? What about a businessman who lands a lucrative contract, is he being rewarded for his godliness. In both cases, the assumptions may be correct, but there might be other factors at work not at…
Sometimes you just need a break in order to hear the words of our King. This week I am choosing to experience that needed experience, I hope you don’t mind. This week’s study is Devarim or Words. Please read the posted texts for this week! You will be blessed. I’ll see you at fellowship!…
I’m sure many of you have heard or seen the following statement: “We only follow the Bible!” It is probably the most commonly given proclamation by any church, fellowship, small home group, or individual. Why does this happen? What causes believers in The Word to disagree on who has the appropriate truth? In this…
To be zealous sounds really awe-inspiring. It takes on a ring of enthusiasm and intense passion—something held in high regard. But in scripture, the word zealous can actually take on the meaning of jealousy. And to most, this word doesn’t seem to gain the same approval in today’s world. Is there a fine line between…
One of the greatest Biblical scholars of all time wrote: “For indeed Jews ask for signs and Greeks search for wisdom; but we preach Christ crucified, to Jews a stumbling block, and to Gentiles foolishness.” The Apostle Paul draws a distinct difference between those who move in faith and those looking for reason, when it comes to Messiah. For…
Have you ever met a person who is a seeker of truth? Over the years, I have been fortunate enough to meet such people. In meeting them, I sense their deep desire to find something real . . . something different from what this world has to offer. In the midst of a culture, where…
Over the years, I have found the study of Korach to be one of the most relevant stories in Scripture. Why do I think this? It has to do with allowing Yahweh to be God in all our situations. For instance, how many times, have we thought, “I can do better than my boss, spouse,…
Whether you are Christian, Jewish, Hebrew Roots or Messianic you might find yourself in a dichotomy over how to keep or observe Biblical Feast Days. Besides the contradictions you might find in these areas, there are still countless podcasts on when feast-days begin or even if they should be celebrated. Oy vey! Is it…