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
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
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 20:1-16 – 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 19:1-2 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 18:1-4 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
Matthew 17:1-2. In Matthew 16:28 Jesus tells His disciples that some who were among them at that time would not die before seeing the Son of Man in His Kingdom. Peter made his confession of faith that Jesus was the Son of God in the region of Caesarea Philipi. Six days later Jesus takes Peter, James and … Read more
Mat. 16:1-4 – The arrogance that God is seeking to break is evident in this encounter with the Pharisees and Sadducees. Here we see two groups that were traditionally at odds with each other united in their opposition to Jesus. The Sadducees were the aristocrats, the elite. They were of priestly descent from the tribe of Levi and … Read more
Matt. 15:1-2 To begin to understand Judaism we need to know how the Talmud is considered and integral part of the Torah. The Torah is understood in Jewish tradition to be a complementary part of God’s revelation. Just as we accept the Old & New Testaments as “Gods revelation” non-Messianic Jewish faith holds the Talmud … Read more
Matthew 14:1-2 – Herod was one of three rulers in the province under the Roman Emperor, hence the title tetrarch. This Herod was Herod Antipas a son of Herod the great. Following the death of Herod the Roman government split his kingdom in three ways the other two sections that had been ruled by Herod were … 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.