How many of you appreciate the pictures created by Torah? To me, they are tremendously revealing, capable of directing our modern lives in areas of dedication, honor, and trust. Needless to say, this week’s Torah portion does not let us down. The picture I was drawn to this week was that of Rebecca and…
Category: Rollyn’s Reads
Get up and leave?
Get up and leave? As I write this blog, I realize that this coming Sabbath our world will be different. As our choices have been laid out before us, it will be a world where lawlessness continues to raise its ugly head leading us toward complete abandonment of the Holy One. Or, we will…
Finding Favor: Is it Possible?
Many of you have studied the Torah portion called Noach for some time now. Most likely you have underlined your favorite verses preparing to share them with others. But have you ever just thought about why Yahweh chose Noah? The text tells us, “Noah found favor in the eyes of the Lord.” But what is…
What’s Your Bible Game Plan For the Next Year?
As we come to a close for YHWH’s Feast Days 2024, what would you say has been the most valuable blessing for you? For many, it’s the opportunity to be in The Word. But what does this look like? What does it truly mean to be “In” the “Word.” During the Sukkot season, groups gather…
Prayer: What is it?
Big Rocks are awesome. You’ve seen them—the monster rocks that no person or persons can move. When I see them, I naturally want to climb to the top, stand on it, look around, and listen. Do you ever get that feeling? The study of Ha’azinu means to “give ear.” This, of course, would lead us…
How Do We Enter In?
Have you ever reached the end of your rope? Maybe you wanted to tell someone, but have bottled it up until you just can’t hold it in any longer. Finally, you burst out, “I need help.” You aren’t alone. It’s ok to share what is going on in our lives. And it’s also good to…
Discerning Judges
I was working with a much younger person this last week and a question came up. I’ve heard the inquiry before, but it was more impactful this time for some reason. You may have heard the question as well. It goes like this, “With so many people telling me what to believe or not believe,…
Claim Victory!
Many times, I hear words of gratitude when “The Word” is spoken. Countless perceptions of who Yahweh is or what is the nature of Yeshua can leave many who are weak in The Word confused. They hear comments from skeptics and even fellow believers that cause doubt. To provide clarity in this area, I believe…
Stand on the Rock of Truth
Have you found yourself swayed by smooth words, awesome arguments, and maybe a life experience that caused you to lose sight of your belief? It can easily happen. A basic human characteristic is the need to be accepted by others, which in turn, can cause a bending of our will to conform. While trying to…
What’s Your Plea?
Most everyone loves to be right. It can verify our position as an authority while establishing our role as valid. With all of us needing a bit of confidence, being right is not always a bad thing. But what if we aren’t right while thinking we are? Would you be willing to change your course? …