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Parashah Points: Emor - Counting to Shavuot
In this week’s Parashah Point on the Torah Portioned called Emor, we see the command to count seven weeks in Leviticus 23:15-16. We take a brief look at what this is about and how it is still relevant to believers today.

Answering Atheists: Does God Exist? - The Beginning of the Universe
Genesis 1:1 makes two statements that answer the question “does God exist?” and tells us that the universe was created. This indicates that God was there at the beginning of the universe. Not everyone agrees.

Parashah Points: Kedoshim - Harmful Speech
In this week’s Parashah Point on the Torah Portion titled Kedoshim, we read Leviticus 19:16 and are reminded that our words matter. Harmful speech such as gossip and slander should not come from our mouths if we want to be a truly set apart people.

Parashah Points: Acharei Mot - Why God Cares About Physical Intimacy
In this week’s Parashah Point on the Torah Portion Acharei Mot we read through Leviticus 18:1-5 and that sets the stage for what follows, the Creator’s standards for our sexual intimacies. What isn’t quite so obvious, is why God cares about sexuality at all.

MSG - Living in Troubled Times
We have all experienced times of pain, suffering, illness, and more. When we are living in troubled times, Scripture gives us the light we need to find our way through.

Parashah Points: Metzora - Cleanse the Lepers
In this week’s Parashah Point on the Torah Portion Metzora, we examine the command found in Leviticus 14:2 in light of Messiah. How might we apply the same concept of bringing a leper to the priest in modern times? How might we cleans the lepers today?

Parashah Points: Shemini - Unauthorized Fire
In this week’s Parashah Point on the Torah Portion Shemini, we see what happened to Aaron’s sons, Nadab and Abihu in Leviticus 10:1-3 when they offered unauthorized fire. There’s a lesson to be learned there for those who are dedicated to serving their Creator.

MSG: Calendar Chaos - What To Do?
With all of the different calendar calculation methods out there it can be difficult to gather together in one accord. Unfortunately, such differences are actually causing division amongst the Body of Messiah instead of unity. Should we allow a difference in understanding to divide us and keep us from gathering with others? We don’t think so.

Parashah Points: Tzav - Don't Let the Fire Go Out
In this week’s Parashah Point on the Torah Portion called Tzav, we see how the priests are told in Leviticus 6:12-13, to be sure they don’t let the fire go out on the altar. While this was a literal instruction for them in the physical temple, how might we apply this lesson to our own lives, spiritually?

Answering Your Questions: Job’s Hair, Organ Transplants, Beards and Christmas, Unclean Pets, Unclean Food Ingredients, and more
In this video series we want to look at the most common things asked and publicly begin answering your questions for the benefit of everyone to hear and to test themselves. In this presentation we are going to respond to the questions:Why was Job's hair being shaved okay?Are organ transplants permitted, biblically?Why are trimmed beards okay but Christmas isn't?Do you have transcripts available for your videos?Can I study and go to class on the Sabbath?Is it okay to have unclean animals as pets?What about dyes like E120 Carmine made from unclean insects?

Parashah Points: Vayikra - Why Leviticus Matters
In this week’s Parashah Point on the Torah Portion called Vayikra, we do something a little different. There are many who find Leviticus boring and unnecessary in the modern world. So today, we want to look at why Leviticus matters, or should matter, to believers today.

Parashah Points: Pekudei - God's Dwelling Place
In this week’s Parashah Point on the Torah Portion, Pekudei, we see how God’s dwelling place on Earth has changed throughout history. In Exodus 40:34 we see it’s beginning in the tabernacle when His glory filled the tent of meeting. Over time, God’s dwelling place continues to increase.

Parashah Points - Vayakhel - Making Room for God's Presence
In this week’s Parashah Point on the Torah Portion Vayakhel, Exodus 35:1-3 tells us how the people made a place for God’s presence on earth. Thousands of years removed from the tabernacle we must ask ourselves if we, too, are making room for God’s presence in our own lives.

Answering Atheists: Understanding the Test for Adultery
Understanding the test for adultery found in Numbers 5:11-31 shows us how, once again, our Creator is wise, just, and has the best interest of His children at heart. Far from being evidence of misogyny or the mistreatment of women, this test for adultery protects women.

Parashah Points: Ki Tisa - Sabbath and Sanctification
In this week’s Parashah Point on the Torah Portion Ki Tisa, we get an extra insight from Exodus 31:12-13 about another aspect of the Sabbath and sanctification.

Parashah Points: Tetzaveh - Transcendent Beauty
In this week’s Parashah Point on the Torah Portion Tetzaveh, we’re reminded in Exodus 28:2 that beauty is important to the Creator. How often are we taking the time to enjoy the beauty found in the world around us that is still only a shadow of the transcendent beauty that we’ll see when all is renewed.

Parashah Points: Terumah - A Generous Heart
In this week’s Parashah Point on the Torah Portion, Terumah, we see how having a generous heart is really what the Father wants of us. When He commissioned His sanctuary in Exodus 25:2, He did not require everyone to donate, instead He only received contributions from those whose heart wanted to give.

Life After Death Part 6 - The Resurrection of the Just
There are so many questions that get asked about Scripture, but one of the oldest and most common has to do with life after death. In this teaching we take a look at what happens for those who are in the faith and participate in the first resurrection, the resurrection of the just.

Parashah Points: Mishpatim - The Law of Retaliation
In this week’s Parashah Point on the Torah Portion titled Mishpatim, we see the Law of Retaliation laid out for us in Exodus 21:23-25. Some opponents of the Torah indicate an eye for an eye is a barbaric and horrific law, but is the literal understanding the correct one?

Parashah Points: Yitro - Wise is He Who Learns From Everyone
In this week’s Parashah Point on the Torah Portion Yitro, we see that Moses is given a bit of wisdom from someone else. We are reminded that even someone who is wise can learn from someone else.

Answering Atheists: Does the Bible Endorse Polygamy?
There are some groups out there (atheists, radical feminists, and others) that believe the Bible is misogynistic, demeans women, and even endorses polygamy. We’ve addressed the idea of the Bible being misogynistic in other teachings, now we are going to examine the accusation that the Bible does endorse polygamy, that is, a man having more than one wife at a time.

Parashah Points: Beshalach - Echoes of Exodus
In this week’s Parashah Point on the Torah Portion, Beshalach, we read of Israel’s salvation from slavery in Egypt. As we look at Exodus 14:30-31 we see how being saved through the Father’s great power taught Israel to believe in Him and the one He sent, Moses, so they did not perish. In fact, we will see the echoes of Exodus even into the New Testament.

Parashah Points: Bo - Common Passover Questions
In this week’s Parashah Point on the Torah Portion, Bo, we look at the commandment found in Exodus 12 for Israel to observe this feast every year. We briefly examine the idea of us slaughtering a lamb today and the circumcision requirement for those who observe the Father’s appointed times.

Parashah Points: Va'era - Knowing God's Name
In this week’s Parashah Point on the Torah Portion called, Va’era, we see how knowing God’s name is something even Israel’s forefathers didn’t know, according to Exodus 6:2-3. However, we see His name throughout Genesis, how is it that Abraham didn’t know the Father’s name? What is meant here?

Life After Death: Part 5 - Difficult Verses (Continued)
There are so many questions that get asked about Scripture, but one of the oldest and most common has to do with life after death. But we’ve found that in order to answer that, we must investigate some of the more difficult verses and passages surrounding this topic. In teaching we’ll take an in-depth look at a number of other passages including 3 from Paul’s letters, the transfiguration, Saul’s conversation with the spirit of Samuel, and more.

Parashah Points: Shemot - God heard. God remembered. God saw. God knew.
In this week’s Parashah Point on the Torah Portion, Shemot, we see how amazing our Creator is as Exodus 2:23-25 shows Him doing four things. God heard Israel. God remembered His promise to Abraham. God saw His people suffering. God knew their troubles.

Parashah Points: Vayechi - God Will Visit You
In this week’s Parashah Point on the Torah Portion Vayechi, we examine the Joseph’s prophecy to his brothers when he said “God will surely visit you,” in Genesis 50:24. Just as Israel waited for their salvation from the Egyptians, we too await the return of our Savior to bring us back to the Promised Land.

Life After Death Part 4: Difficult Verses
There are so many questions that get asked about Scripture, but one of the oldest and most common has to do with life after death. But we’ve found that in order to answer that, we must investigate some of the more difficult verses and passages surrounding this topic. In teaching we’ll take an in-depth look at 2 such passages, The thief on the cross in Luke 23 and the parables of Messiah including that of Lazarus and the Rich Man in Luke 16.

Parashah Points: Vayigash - Prophetic Parallels Between Joseph and Yeshua
In this week’s Parashah Point on the Torah Portion Vayigash, we look at the prophetic parallels between Joseph and Yeshua. As a type-and-shadow of the coming Messiah, Joseph’s story tells us the story of what the coming Messiah was going to go through as planned out by the Creator.

Parashah Points: Miketz - Hope in God
In this week’s Parashah Point on the Torah Portion titled, Miketz, we are reminded that no matter the hard times we may be going through, we need to keep our hope in God just as we’re shown that Joseph did in Genesis 41:50-52.

Parashah Points: Vayeshev - Reuben's Regret
In this week’s Parashah Point on the Torah Portion Vayeshev we look at Reuben’s regret regarding how he and his brothers treated Joseph. We see how, with YHWH’s help, we too can move forward and leave any shame we may feel behind as a new creation through our faith in the Word.

PARA2 - Vayishlach - Jacob's Reconciliation with Esau
In this week’s Parashah Point in the Torah Portion called Vayishlach, we find the story of Jacob’s reconciliation with Esau in Genesis 33. This story has a lesson for us if we care to look

PARA2: Vayetze - Rejoice With Those Who Rejoice
In this week’s Parashah Point on the Torah Portion Vayetze, we see how Laban and his sons turned against Jacob after YHWH blessed him in Genesis 31. How easy it is for us to turn to jealousy and resentment when others have what we want; yet we are to rejoice with those who rejoice.

PARA2: Toldot - We Are All Jacob
In this week’s Parashah Point on the Torah Portion, Toldot, we see that while Jacob was a sinner He still received God’s blessing. We’re no different today, because of the Father’s grace, we are all Jacob.

PARA2: Chayei Sarah - Husbands Love Your Wives
In this week’s Parashah Point on the Torah Portion, Chayei, we see Isaac loved his wife Rebekah in Genesis 24:67. When we look at our own lives, are husbands loving their wives? What does this mean for their marriages and for their witness to the world?

The Hebrew Root of: Sabbath
Come and take a brief look at the Hebrew root of the word “sabbath”.

Answering Your Questions: Yeshua’s Return, Thanksgiving, Eating Seaweed, Self-Defense, etc…
In this video series we want to look at the most common things asked and publicly begin answering your questions for the benefit of everyone to hear and to test themselves. In this presentation we are going to respond to the questions:Was Yeshua's return supposed to happen in the first century?Is it unbiblical to celebrate Thanksgiving?Can I eat seaweed?Is it okay in self-defense?Is it okay to kill in a war?

Parashah Points: Vayera - Abraham's Ethical Dilemma
In this week’s Parashah Point on the Torah Portion Vayera, we look at the story of Abraham when he was commanded to sacrifice his child, Isaac. We look at the question of morality of such a command, and one possible way that we should be understanding the story.

Parashah Points: Noach - Noah and Unclean Animals
In this week’s Parashah Point on the portion Noach, we look at Genesis 9:3 to see if Noah could eat all animals, both the clean and unclean.

Parashah Points: Lech Lecha - The Call of Abraham Today
In this week’s Parashah Point on the Torah Portion Lech Lecha, we review the call of Abraham found in Genesis 12:1-3. Just as Abraham was called out from his life to go into a new place, we too are called to leave our old lives behind to follow YHWH by walking as Messiah walked.

Answering Your Questions: Transfusions, Wearing Pants, Pig Enzymes, Gelatin, and more!
In this video series we want to look at the most common things asked and publicly begin answering your questions for the benefit of everyone to hear and to test themselves. In this presentation we are going to respond to the questions:Are blood transfusions allowed?Why did God kill so many people in the Old Testament?Why are you called 119 Ministries?Can you explain Deuteronomy 22:5 about women wearing pants?What's your take on pig enzymes and gelatin?How should I answer the question "Are you a Christian?"

Parashah Points: B'reisheet - Some of Your Problems Are Your Fault
In this week’s Parashah Point on the Torah Portion B’reisheet, we cover Genesis 3:12-13 where we see the first instance of shifting blame. Instead of putting the blame on others, it’s time to realize that some of our problems are our own fault, at least in how we handle them.

Parashah Points: Vezot Habracha - The Prophet Like Moses
In this week’s Parashah Point on the Torah Portion Vezot Habracha, we examine the concept of the prophet like Moses and see how Deuteronomy 34:9-10 show us that it was not Joshua. If it wasn’t Joshua, then who else could it have been?

MSG: Sukkot - You Shall Rejoice
In Leviticus 23:40 we are commanded to rejoice, and in verse 42 we are told this is during the Feast of Sukkot (Tabernacles or Booths). It seems like an odd command, but is there a deeper meaning behind it, something where the physical reality and command teaches us a spiritual truth?

Parashah Points: Ha'azinu - What Does Death Teach Us bout Life?
In this week’s Parashah Point on the Torah Portion titled, Ha’azinu, we see Moses is told that he is about to die. What does knowing that we are going to die teach us about how we should live? In other words, what does death teach us about life?

Parashah Points: Vayelech - Make Disciples of All Nations
In this week’s Parashah Point on the Torah Portion, Vayelech, we see in Deuteronomy 31:12-13 how the Torah is for all nations. Israel was charged by the Creator to make disciples of all nations.

Answering Your Questions: Cremation, Tzitziyot, Sacrifices, Being Holy, and More
In this video series we want to look at the most common things asked and publicly begin answering your questions for the benefit of everyone to hear and to test themselves. In this presentation we are going to respond to the questions:Are tattoos a sin?Is cremation permitted by the Torah?What’s the difference between the Law and the Covenant?Do we have to wear tzitzit (tassels) every day?Will you add a search box to your website?What does it mean to “live holy” in my daily walk?How could the Israelites keep the Passover while in the wilderness if the altar wasn’t in Jerusalem?Would God ask someone to sin like He appears to have done with Abraham and Isaac?

Parashah Points: Nitzavim - Dig Out the Root of Bitterness
In this week's Parashah Point from the Torah Portion, Nitzavim, we look at Deuteronomy 29:18-20 and the consequences of unforgiveness or other roots of bitterness and poisonous fruit in our lives.

PARA1: Mattot - Does the Bible Condone Human Trafficking?
In this week’s Torah Portion titled, Mattot, we look at Numbers 31:15-18 which some believe shows the bible condone human trafficking. With a little context and biblical knowledge it’s easy to see that isn’t the case at all.

PARA1: Ki Tavo - The Value of Curses?
In this week’s Parashah Point on the Torah Portion called, Ki Tavo, we read about the curses in Deuteronomy 28 that will befall Israel if they fail to be obedient. Most of us understand the value of blessings that come from obedience, but have you considered the value of curses?