Many of the prophecies that Jesus fulfilled happened during Passover and are related to the holiday. Here are five.
Read MoreGod’s promises to the Jewish people are tied to His purpose to redeem people from every nation, Jews and Gentiles alike.
Read MoreFor Jesus, the Hebrew Scriptures were the key by which he understood his vocation and life. We’ve gathered the 40 most striking prophecies about him.
Read MoreThe messianic prophecies tell us that the Messiah will bring peace to Israel and the world. If Jesus didn’t do that, how can we call him Messiah?
Read MoreMindfulness meditation in the Jewish Scriptures refers to putting our attention on God, His Word, and His attributes. Meditation is a practice where we consider our relationship with the Divine One. It removes our attention from ourselves, life’s chaotic circumstances, and distractions.
Read MoreWhy does God allow humans to do so many selfish and even wicked things? A search for the Bible’s answer to the most difficult question.
Read MoreThe Psalms can give us great comfort in times of crisis. They record the faith and courage of our ancestors and remind us that God is still with us.
Read MoreRabbis in Israel in Jesus’ day didn’t often discuss antisemitism directly. But Jesus strongly affirmed God’s loving commitment to the Jewish people.
Read MoreThe words that were chanted by a crowd at the Sydney Opera House were chilling: “Kill the Jews,” and “Gas the Jews.” They sound like something belonging to Nazi Germany. But sadly, these words were heard this past week, only days after the worst massacre of Jewish people since the Holocaust.
Read MoreTo our Gentile brothers and sisters in this moment, we are saying that your care and support for Jewish people is needed right now more than ever.
Read MoreIsrael is experiencing her worst tragedy in decades. For all of us outside of Israel, we are left asking ourselves, what can we do to help?
Read MoreWhy do we need a holiday where we do life in tents? Getting out in the elements, away from our normal comforts, helps us to let go and experience God.
Read MoreSukkot means “booths” or “tabernacles.” This week-long holiday is also known as the Feast of Tabernacles. Read more about Sukkot and it’s meaning…
Read MoreThe Day of Atonement is about our being able to openly bring our failings to God so that He can remove them. That cleansing and renewal is exactly what a Messianic Yom Kippur focuses on.
Read MoreRosh Hashanah had a late start in taking its place in Jewish life and stirs up repentance and reflection—not answers.
Read MoreRosh Hashanah, a joyous time of celebration, is also a time for reflection about the need for God’s grace. Learn more about Rosh Hashanah here.
Read MoreDespite the common misperception, Jesus was Jewish-a first-century rabbi from Israel who challenged his people to turn to the God of their fathers.
Read MoreWhat if the answers we need for well-being in modern life were already discovered in antiquity? Wisdom means living life in the light of the truth.
Read MoreShavuot concludes the counting of the Omer, a seven-week period that falls after Passover. It’s known as the Feast of Weeks because it takes place after this seven-week interim. In current practice, the readings and practices of Shavuot largely pertain to the giving of the Law rather than the offering of firstfruits.
Read MoreI grew up in a traditional Jewish home in New York and New Jersey. The fact that I’m Jewish has always been central to my understanding of who I am. But by the time I reached my early twenties, I defined myself as a “Jewish atheist.” Why? Because I was angry.
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