613 Commandments

King David wrote in Psalms 19:7 “The law of the LORD is perfect, reviving the soul. The statutes of the LORD are trustworthy, making wise the simple.” In the New Covenant Paul wrote in Romans 7:12 “So then, the law is holy, and the commandment is holy, righteous and good.” Are Christians then under the … Read more

Matthew 23:1-39

Matthew 23:1-2 – The seat of Moses referred to both a literal seat where the most honored Rabbi sat. It was called the seat of Moses because not only did Moses know the Law but was able to interpret the Law and render judgment. This was the role of the chief Rabbi in every community with … Read more

What is Antisemitism

What is Antisemitism? There are three major, accepted definitions of antisemitism that are commonly used as canon in determining if statements and acts are antisemitic in character. They are the International Holocaust Remembrance Association (IHRA), the Jerusalem Declaration on Antisemitism (JDA), and the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) statements. One of the main differences between the definitions … Read more

1 Peter 1:6-9 How to deal with Trials

This first letter by Peter is written by one of the best-known Messianic Believers.  It was written to Messianic Believers but of course applies to all have been grafted into Israel through their faith in Messiah Yeshua.

Joshua 2

October 7th of last year for Israel will be in its history a day as FDR said after the attack on Pearl Harbor, a day that will live in infamy. It is Described by Israelis as “our 9/11”. There is a repeated theme in Scripture: The call to Remember. This is one of the reasons why … Read more

Matthew 22:1-42

Matthew 22:1-6 – This is still another parable, with four aspects to it. He introduces this parable by saying that the parable had to do with the kingdom of heaven. The first part is the rejection of the invitation. Wedding feasts were huge affairs that lasted about a week. Imagine how much more splendid would be … Read more

Matthew 21:1-46

Matt. 21:1-3 – Most of us in the United States are not oriented to the concept of royalty other than the periodic displays of English coronations, weddings and funerals. In this chapter we come to the display of God’s King being presented to His people. His entire earthly ministry has led to this significant point. … Read more

Matthew 20:1-34

Matthew 20:1-16 – The last verse of Matthew 19 really belongs with Matthew 20 as we shall see. One of the sins that Israel was indicted for when she was brought into captivity was calling God unfair and unjust. Jesus deals with this issue in this parable. When men doubt the justice and fairness of God, it is always because they … Read more

Matthew 19:1-29

Matthew 19:1-2 The connection between chaps. 18 and 19 may be a continuation on forgiveness, not only with others, but especially in marriage where unfaithfulness and divorce may occur. These first two verses of chapter 19 mark a significant transition in Jesus’ ministry. The focal point of ministry moves from the Galilee to Judea in the … Read more

Matthew 18:1-35

Matthew 18:1-4 The disciples ask Jesus who would be the greatest in the Kingdom of Heaven. The question by the disciples was motivated by their selfish ambitions. We know this from Mark 9:33-37where they ask the question to settle the argument among themselves about who would be the greatest. Their question demonstrates that they still didn’t understand … Read more