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…
I heard a person recently state that the various rules found in Torah were silly, outdated, and even vindictive.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…
One of the most favorite verses to quote, from either a secular or Biblical position is found in the Messiah’s “sermon on the mount.” I believe it has become a favorite for some in that it seems to give a free pass to those who want to ignore poor decisions and not come under judgment…
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!…
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…
In the Book of Numbers, Moses sends out 12 people from the camp of Israel to take a look into Canaan. Yet, in the book of Matthew, Yeshua sends out 12 trusted disciples into the towns and cities that belong to Israel. Is there a comparison and if so, what is it? I would love…