Hebrews 9:1-14 – Continuing with the Tabernacle of Israel as the backdrop, the writer of the letter of Hebrews directs our thoughts once again to the Messiah. In developing this theme he touches upon an area of life all of us have to deal with: The conscience deep within us. The conscience has the ability to … Read more
The main message of Hebrews 8 is the New Covenant. This New Covenant was promised by Jeremiah as Israel was being taken into captivity. It is better than the Old in every way. This connects with the Priesthood of the Messiah, which is part and parcel of the New Covenant. It is His priesthood that makes the … Read more
Hebrews 7:11-28 – In the rest of the 7th chapter of Hebrews the writer discusses that the Priesthood of Jesus is greater than the Levitical Priesthood. To understand why we have this dialogue we need to remember the context. This letter was written to Jewish believers in Jerusalem. For them to believe in Jesus as the … Read more
Hebrews 7:1-10 – We said that our hope has to do with the High Priesthood of Jesus. The writer of Hebrews helps his readers understand this unique priesthood through the ministry of Melechizedek. In Biblical study, a type refers to an Old Testament person, practice or ceremony that has a counterpart, an anti-type, in the New … Read more
One of the most significant books of the New Covenant is the letter to the Hebrews. It touches the Old Covenant and particularly Leviticus more than any other book in the New Testament. This book was written to the Jewish people of the Diaspora or Dispersion, who were wrestling with the importance of the Temple … Read more
Paul is the writer of this letter we know this from Philippians 1:1-2 and the many personal references in the letter. We know further by the perspective of the letter which is consistent with what is known of Paul from other New Testament sources, and the style and language are similar to all of Paul’s other letters. … Read more
Psalm 74 The word “Maskil” means “to give instruction”. The Hebrew can be translated either “for” Asaph, or ““of” Asaph; which may mean that it was composed “by” him, or “for” him, who was the leader of music in public worship in the days of the Temple. He was the chief musician in Solomon’s temple … Read more
Acts 7:1-16 The calling of all Believers is found in 1 Peter 3:15 But in your hearts set apart Messiah as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect. This is exactly what … Read more
Revelation 21:5-6 God speaks and tells John that is He who makes all things new. Again we reminded of the words of the prophets. Isaiah heard God say something similar (Isaiah 43:18, 19) Paul saw this in part and spoke of it in 2 Corinthians 5:17. He further declares that “I am Alpha and Omega, … Read more
Revelation 19:7 – In the Old Testament, God is the Husband of Israel (Isaiah 54:5-6; 62:5; Jeremiah 31:32; Ezekiel 16:7-14; Hosea 2:16, 19). In preparation for her remarriage to the Lord, His bride, the church consisting of Jews and Gentiles, has made themselves ready. This has been brought about by God through His Spirit and … Read more
This book will help you to trace the source of Jewish and Christian faith through the Land, the people, and the Scriptures. Presented with “you are there” imagery enriched with Old Testament prophecy and New Testament fulfillment. It will help you to understand the unity between Old and New Covenants.
Where Jesus Walked is an excellent travel companion for a trip to Israel, personal devotions, Bible studies, or as a background for the history and events in the life of Yeshua.
The Scripture references uniquely correlate Old Testament prophecy from 500 to 3500 years before the birth of Yeshua with New Covenant fulfillment. Full-color locator maps help readers understand the geographic context of the events. Over 100 full-page photographs place you at the sites where the events occurred and help to visualize what took place.
Fascinating personal portraits of 24 people who walked with Yeshua complete the story of the New Covenant and provide historical background to the people in His earthly life. Including the Apostles, Mary, Martha, Mary Magdalene, Herod, and others.