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Abby Tang shares things to ponder from Parashat Tzav. By Abby Tang at Ruach Israel, March 28, 2026.

Virtually join with us once again for a Passover that is worth remembering. By Senior Rabbi Nathan Joiner at Ruach Israel, April 4, 2026.

Prepare your home and prepare your heart. Rabbi Nathan has some thoughts on how to best prepare for the Pesach festival.By Senior Rabbi Nathan Joiner at Ruach Israel, March 21, 2026

After situating Yeshua’s teaching within the world of Jewish prayer, we now take a closer look at the text itself. In Matthew 6:5–8, Yeshua exposes two distortions of prayer—performance and manipulation—and reveals what true Jewish prayer is meant to be. By Senior Rabbi Nathan Joiner at Ruach Israel, January 17, 2026

A D'rash on Giving. By Harry Shepler, Director of Finance, at Ruach Israel, January 3, 2026

In this message from our Sermon on the Mount series, we explore Yeshua’s teaching on prayer in Matthew 6 through the lens of Jewish prayer. By Senior Rabbi Nathan Joiner at Ruach Israel, January 1, 2026

How could this be? What can Anatevka teach us about lighting the hanukkiah, the nine-branched menorah lit during the eight-day Jewish holiday of Hanukkah? As the Good Book says... By Senior Rabbi Nathan Joiner at Ruach Israel, December 20, 2025

Through sorrow and renewal, Isaiah 54 reveals G-d’s faithful love for Israel and His call to each of us: Do not fear, enlarge your tent, and sing for joy. By Senior Rabbi Nathan Joiner at Ruach Israel, October 25, 2025

A message from Matthew 6 on the “Secret Place” — the hidden inner world where our Father sees in secret and forms true integrity. Through the story of Richard and Sabina Wurmbrand, we explore how Yeshua teaches us to give, pray, and fast from the heart, building the Kingdom of Heaven on the inside so we can live it on the outside. By Senior Rabbi Nathan Joiner at Ruach Israel, November 22, 2025

Yeshua’s teaching on tzedakah goes far beyond charity. It’s a call back to covenant faithfulness, hidden mercy, and giving that honors G-d alone. This message traces the theme from Torah to Rambam to Matthew 6. By Senior Rabbi Nathan Joiner at Ruach Israel, November 15, 2025

In this teaching on Matthew 6:1, Rabbi Nathan continues our Sermon on the Mount series, revealing how Yeshua’s words call us to serve with sincerity — seeking God’s honor above human praise — and to say Hineni, “Here I am,” with our lives. By Senior Rabbi Nathan Joiner at Ruach Israel, September 6, 2025

Spending Sukkot with the Disciples. By Senior Rabbi Nathan Joiner at Ruach Israel, October 11, 2025

Rabbi Rich recollects several Hineni moments that have brought us to this very day... By Rabbi Rich Nichol at Ruach Israel, September 20, 2025

Yom Kippur is the time of repentance. What does that mean? How do we prepare and is this important all year long? By Harry Shepler at Ruach Israel, September 27, 2025

It's time to live live in a Sukkah! First we have to build it properly... By Senior Rabbi Nathan Joiner at Ruach Israel, September 13, 2025

The veil was torn—but what does it mean? On Tisha B’Av, in the shadow of destruction and exile, we uncover the mystery behind the sacrifices, the Temple, and the torn veil—a hidden story of redemption that opens the way into the Kingdom of Heaven and fulfills the great Jewish hope: restored life in the Presence of HaShem (G-d). By Senior Rabbi Nathan Joiner at Ruach Israel, July 12, 2025

Gary Halzel continues with the conclusion to his message of Prepare to Listen. Now is the Time to Listen! Delivered at Ruach Israel, August 16, 2025

Gary Halzel shares an admonition: Get Ready to Listen Delivered at Ruach Israel, August 9, 2025

A different way of looking at a familiar story... A short clip from a Shabbat Study. Come be part of the discussion. Led by Senior Rabbi Nathan Joiner at Ruach Israel, July 5, 2025

In his powerful drash Rabbi Rich takes a deep dive into the larger picture of how current events fit into HaShem’s larger purposes for Israel, the Messianic Jewish community and the world. Stay until the end of the video. He reveals the vital practical lessons for how we can keep our heads and our hearts during this very confusing moment of history. Don’t miss it! By Rabbi Emeritus Rich Nichol at Ruach Israel, June 28, 2025

The veil was torn—but what does it mean? On Tisha B’Av, in the shadow of destruction and exile, we uncover the mystery behind the sacrifices, the Temple, and the torn veil—a hidden story of redemption that opens the way into the Kingdom of Heaven and fulfills the great Jewish hope: restored life in the Presence of HaShem (G-d).By Senior Rabbi Nathan Joiner at Ruach Israel, July 12, 2025

A look at Yeshua’s words about the many rooms in His Father’s house — a message of comfort, presence, and hope. We explore the deeper context and exegesis of John 14, uncovering what these promises meant to His first disciples and what they mean for us today. By Senior Rabbi Nathan Joiner at Ruach Israel, June 21, 2025

What does it mean to “be perfect” like our heavenly Father? Yeshua’s words reveal a deeper call—to live with compassion, mercy, and wholehearted love. By Senior Rabbi Nathan Joiner at Ruach Israel, June 14, 2025.

Rabbi Nathan leads a discussion with the congregation! By Senior Rabbi Nathan Joiner at Ruach Israel, June 7, 2025

The Life Well Lived - Three Reflections on Our 50th Anniversary CruiseIn this sermon Rabbi Rich shares important insights from his and Sue’s 50th anniversary Alaska cruise - insights which can help us a set a course for a happier, more meaningful Messianic Jewish journey.By Rabbi Emeritus Rich Nichol at Ruach Israel, May 31, 2025

A Shabbat D'rash By Harry Shepler at Ruach Israel, May 24, 2025

Join with Rabbi Nathan and the entire Joiner Family for an Erev Shabbat experience. You are all welcome to be a part of the whole mishpocha! By Senior Rabbi Nathan Joiner at Ruach Israel, May 17, 2025

Facing Our Fears by Living in Faith. By Rebbetzin Raina Joiner at Ruach Israel, February 8, 2025

What does it mean to truly love your enemy? Drawing from Leviticus 19, the teachings of Yeshua, and Jewish tradition, this message explores how real love confronts conflict, seeks reconciliation, acts justly, and even extends mercy to those who oppose us. Love starts at home, ripples outward, and reflects the heart of G‑d to the world. By Senior Rabbi Nathan Joiner at Ruach Israel, April 26, 2025.

In his Shabbat HaGadol sermon Rabbi Rich details surprising dimensions of Israel’s dramatic encounter with Pharaoh’s chariots and infantry at the Red Sea…things few may have never considered before. He also shows how radical optimism is our best response to the “Red Sea crossings” we all face during the challenging times we find ourselves immersed in these days. By Rabbi Emeritus Rich Nichol at Ruach Israel, April 12, 2025

Come, virtually join with us in the Last Seder. By Senior Rabbi Nathan Joiner at Ruach Israel, April 19, 2025.

Project Retorno (“return”) seeks to bring Jewish descendants of the victims of the Spanish Inquisition who embrace Messiah Yeshua back into the Jewish fold. Don’t miss Rabbi Rich’s drash on this exciting subject.By Rabbi Emeritus Rich Nichol at Ruach Israel, April 5, 2025

Chametz, matzah, cleaning, cooking and lengthy Seders. . . What’s Passover really all about? By Senior Rabbi Nathan Joiner at Ruach Israel, March 29, 2025.

As we prepare to relive the miraculous birth of our people at Passover, why do we read about the Red Heifer? This ancient ritual calls us to a deeper trust in G-d—reminding us of the divine mystery between life and death, slavery and freedom, the sea and dry land. The ashes of the Red Heifer urge us not to wait until the last moment to live for G-d, but to walk in faith now. This sermon explores how the Red Heifer prepares our hearts to fully enter the mystery of Pesach.By Senior Rabbi Nathan Joiner at Ruach Israel, March 22, 2025.

In this sermon, we’ll walk through the rooms of the Temple and explore how we can build a “Mishkan” (tabernacle) in our hearts, creating a space for G-d’s presence to dwell. By Senior Rabbi Nathan Joiner at Ruach Israel, March 8, 2025.

A deep dive into Parshat Vayetizei and the life we find when we come to the well of living waterBy Abby Tang at Ruach Israel, December 7, 2024

Let’s look at Matthew 5:42, “Give to all who ask of you and lend to those who wish to borrow from you” in context of the verses before, “Turn the other cheek.” How is generosity a key for life in the Kingdom of Heaven?By Senior Rabbi Nathan Joiner at Ruach Israel, January 18, 2025.

After healing the man crippled for 38 years at the pool of Bethzatha, Yeshua's authority is challenged by the Ioudaioi — the Jerusalem approved religious authority in the Temple. Join Rabbi Nathan as we open up Yeshua’s powerful words in Yochanon 5 and see a glimpse into these amazing events in First century Jerusalem. By Senior Rabbi Nathan Joiner at Ruach Israel, January 11, 2025.

Torah From the Inside Out: Turn the Other Cheek… is the 10th message from Rabbi Nathan's Sermon on the Mount series.

Rabbi Nathan tells us a Chanukah story that may touch upon the experiences of us all. "What does your Chanukah menorah mean to you?"

Who was Nicodemus and why did he come to Yeshua at night? What did Yeshua really mean when He told Nicodemus, “You must be born again from above to see the Kingdom of G-d” and why doesn’t Nicodemus seem to get it? By Senior Rabbi Nathan Joiner at Ruach Israel, November 30, 2024.

These Jewish values will carry us through this divisive election season, help us discuss difficult topics and cultivate Hope.By Senior Rabbi Nathan Joiner at Ruach Israel, November 2, 2024.

L’dor V’dor means from one generation to the next. At Ruach Israel we are building a healthy inter-generational community to carry us into the next generation. By Senior Rabbi Nathan Joiner at Ruach Israel, Rosh Hashanah, October 3, 2024.

The Kingdom of God belongs to such as these. A Rosh Hashanah message about T’shuvah from the children. By Senior Rabbi Nathan Joiner at Ruach Israel, Erev Rosh Hashanah, October 2, 2024. Parts of two songs are featured in this episode: Avinu Shebashamayim written & performed by Kyle & Rachel Orth, as well as HaShem Melach performed by Kyle & Rachel Orth (performance used by permission) For more information on how you can be part of Ruach Israel in prayer, in financial support, or in person please visit the RuachIsrael.com website.

Joshua Feliciano finds a very profound message that all people should find compelling. From Bereshit to Yochanon we find the the Light of the Word is the Light of the World! Delivered at Ruach Israel on September 21, 2024

By Senior Rabbi Nathan Joiner at Ruach Israel, September 28, 2024.

Hear, O Israel, the L-rd is our G‑d, the L-rd is One שְׁמַע יִשְׂרָאֵל יְהוָה אֱלֹהֵינוּ יְהוָה אֶחָד The Beloved of Our Soul. In this Love Story, you are loved. By Senior Rabbi Nathan Joiner at Ruach Israel, August 24, 2024.