Parashat Shemot (Names) Shemot (Exodus) 1:1–6:1 As we read God’s Word, we can find certain verses that shed light on other parts of the Scripture, helping us to understand the entire story. In our weekly … Read More
God’s Glory
Parashat Pekudei (Commandments or Charges of) Shemot (Exodus) 38:21–40:38 This week’s parasha (Scripture portion) brings us to the end of Exodus (Shemot), in which God’s truly awesome glory is revealed to and dwells among the … Read More
Resting from the Daily Grind
Parashat Vayakhel (And he assembled) Shemot (Exodus) 35:1–38:20 I marvel at God’s Word and the amazing wisdom and insight that it contains! In it, we find instructions that are relevant until today, and that enrich … Read More
Selfishness
Parashat Ki Tisa (When You Lift Up) Shemot (Exodus) 30:11–34:35 This week, we read of one of the most well-known, yet tragic accounts in the history of the people of Israel. It begins with Moses … Read More
Something to Look Forward To
Parashat Terumah (Donation) Shemot (Exodus) 25:1–27:19 In this week’s portion we read: Then the LORD spoke to Moses, saying, “Tell the sons of Israel to raise a contribution for Me; from every man whose heart … Read More
First, Redemption
Parashat Yitro (Jethro) Shemot (Exodus) 18:1–20:23 In this week’s parasha, we encounter a very famous portion of Scripture known as the “Ten Commandments”. There is no doubt that the Ten Commandments have had a significant … Read More
Standing Together
Parashat Beshalach (When he sent) Shemot (Exodus) 13:17–17:16 One of my favorite accounts in God’s Word is found in this week’s Parasha. It is a story that has not just greatly influenced me personally, but … Read More
The Lamb of God
Parashat Bo (Come) Shemot (Exodus) 10:1–13:16 The Hebrew Scriptures (Tanakh) are full of references that connect to Messiah, and point to His fulfillment of the perfect, unblemished Lamb. In this week’s scripture portion, we find … Read More
Take Courage!
Parashat Ve’eira (And I Appeared) Shemot (Exodus) 6:2–9:35 Our Scripture (Torah) portion this week opens with a wonderful reminder of who God is, His faithfulness and His endless love and grace (Exodus 6:2–13): God spoke … Read More
Are You Convinced?
Parashat Shemot (Names) Shemot (Exodus) 1:1–6:1 Our weekly reading takes us to a new book called Shemot (“Exodus”). As I was reading this portion I was touched once again by the heroic act of bravery … Read More