Pesach (Passover) Shemot (Exodus) 13:17–15:26 Haftarah: 2 Samuel 22:1–51 This week there is a special reading for the seventh day of Passover (the last day), which according to tradition, is the day God parted the … Read More
Esau’s Lineage of Hatred
by Mali Rozen The hatred of the Jewish people goes way back to a time when two brothers fought for a blessing. The history of Jacob and Esau’s troubled relationship has had ripple effects over … Read More
Hanukkah is not the Jewish Christmas
By: Bill Katz I must confess that I was not quite aware of Hanukkah until I came to the United States in 1985. Growing up in Argentina, the holidays I was mostly familiar with were … Read More
Sukkot & Messiah: A Future Celebration!
Then it will come about that any who are left of all the nations that went against Jerusalem will go up from year to year to prostrate himself the King, the LORD of hosts, and … Read More
Our Temporary Home
On Friday night, we celebrate the first evening of Sukkoth (Feast of Booths or Tabernacles). This weeklong holiday is a time to slow down, and focus on the goodness of God’s provision in our lives. … Read More
Water That Will Satisfy You Forever
By: Bill Katz Have you ever wondered why Messiah said the things He said? While there are no “hidden” meanings in Scripture, we need to understand that He spoke to specific audiences in their language, … Read More
Why I Observe Yom Kippur
By: Moran Rosenblit Yom Kippur (Day of Atonement) is the most solemn day on the Hebrew calendar. It exists as a direct fulfillment of God’s command to the ancient, wandering Israelites after they were freed … Read More
Passover: A New Meaning for Our Time
On Wednesday evening this coming week, my family and I will have the privilege to join Jewish people around the world in an ancient tradition called Passover. This feast of remembrance, which God instructed Moses … Read More
Sukkot: A Great Reminder!
We are approaching the end of the wonderful season of the High Holy Days. This is a great time of reflection, repentance, and celebration. I am so grateful to our Father that He gave us … Read More
Purim: A Matter of Faithfulness
“Then Mordecai told them to reply to Esther, “Do not imagine that you in the king’s palace can escape any more than all the Jews. “For if you remain silent at this time, relief and … Read More