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This week Rabbi Jerry explores the concept of God’s triunity by examining evidence of the Trinity within the New Testament. He explains how God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit are distinct yet unified. He then discusses how our lives are affected by God’s Triunity. Click here for Rabbi Jerry’s notes. […]
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In chapter 1, Peter informs us that God has given us everything we need for living a godly life. He has given us great and precious promises that enable us to share his divine nature and escape the world’s corruption caused by human desires. He urges us to grow in knowledge and godly character. He […]
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This week’s parasha is entitled Vayikra, meaning “And He called.” This begins the book of Leviticus and covers chapter 1:1-6:7. These opening chapters describe the various offerings brought to Adonai. Each chapter presents a different type of offering and explains how it was to be brought before the Lord. Though these detailed instructions may not […]
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In chapter 1, Peter emphasizes the importance of remembering the truth. He urges us to grow in knowledge and godly character. He reminds us that the message about Messiah was not a cleverly invented story but confirmed by the eyewitness testimony of the apostles – the men the Lord Yeshua sent to represent Him and […]
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Today’s parasha is a double parasha. Vayakhel, which means, “and he assembled,” covering Exodus 35:1 – 38:20, and Pekudei, meaning “accounts,” covering the last two and a half chapters of Exodus, 38:21 to chapter 40:38. Vayakhel covers the actual building of the tabernacle and its implements as well as the altar of sacrifice and the […]
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This week Rabbi Jerry explores the concept of God’s Triunity in the Tanakh. He discusses the Tanakh’s foundation in monotheism while examining how original Hebrew grammar reveals a unified plurality. By looking closely at specific Old Testament passages, we see clear attributes of absolute deity applied to both the prophesied Messiah and the Holy Spirit. […]
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In the first part of this chapter, Peter warns us that false teachers will arise among us just as false prophets infiltrated the people of Israel. He shows us how they operate. They introduce destructive heresies, exploit people through greed, are themselves immoral and lead others into immorality. He reminds us that God will certainly […]
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This morning, we have a double-parasha: T’tzaveh, which means “Command.” It focuses on the priests, their clothing, and their anointing. Kee Tisa means “When You Take.” Adonai gives Moses the final instructions for building the Tabernacle. T’tzaveh opens with instructions concerning the oil for the lamps of the menorah; the people provided pure olive oil […]
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This week Rabbi Jerry begins his discussion of the Trinity. He defines God’s Triunity and discusses several historical heresies. Finally, he shares how a three-note musical chord is a great metaphor to better understand how the three persons can exist in perfect harmony without losing their distinctiveness. Click here for Rabbi Jerry’s notes. Watch Below:
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Rabbi Jerry continues to talk about God’s power as it relates to suffering. He focuses on 1 Kings 19 and a pivotal moment in the life of Elijah. Watch Below:
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This week’s Parasha is entitled T’rumah meaning “Contribution” and covers Exodus 25:1-27:19. In chapter 25, Moses receives specific and detailed instructions from Adonai concerning the materials and construction of the Tabernacle, the dimensions of the courtyard and the placement of the items that will reside there. Adonai invites the Israelis to bring offerings to contribute […]
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Peter’s second letter was written to remind the Lord’s people of the truth of God’s Word and the certainty of His promises. In this second chapter, Peter warns against false teachers who distort the Word of God and lead people into sin. We need to understand that recognizing and resisting false teaching and moral corruption […]
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This week Rabbi Jerry continues to discuss God’s Omnipotence and how God’s power empowers His Community to experience transformation. Rabbi Jerry’s Notes. Watch Below
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Peter is writing to the Lord’s people, letting them know that it’s important to be reminded of the truths that the apostles, the Lord’s representatives, proclaimed – even though we already know them and are standing firm in them. Why? Because usually, God’s people don’t fall away because we suddenly reject the truth. We fall […]
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The parashah for this week’s Sabbath is entitled Mishpatim, which means “Judgments.” It covers Exodus 21:1–24:18. These were the first laws God gave His people after the giving of the Ten Commandments in Exodus 20. These laws provide practical application of the Decalogue in daily life. They are called “judgments” or rulings. They are not […]
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In this Bible study, Rabbi Jerry explores the attribute of God’s omnipotence, defining the Lord as infinite, boundless, and limitless in His power to accomplish His will. The teaching contrasts human weakness with God’s sovereignty, citing scriptures like Mark 10:27 to show that while things may be impossible for man, all things are possible with […]
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This letter is from Simon Peter, a slave and apostle of Messiah Yeshua. I am writing to you who share the same precious faith we have. This faith was given to you because of the righteousness – the justice and fairness of Messiah Yeshua, our God and Savior. May God give you more and more […]
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This week’s parasha is entitled, B’shalach, which means “when he sent” and covers Exodus 13:17 – 17:16. When he sent refers to pharaoh letting the Israelis depart from Egypt after the 10th plague, the death of the firstborn. After their release, the Lord does not lead the Israelis in a direct route towards their final […]
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This letter is from Simon Peter, a slave and apostle of Messiah Yeshua. I am writing to you who share the same precious faith we have. This faith was given to you because of the justice and fairness of Messiah Yeshua, our God and Savior. May God give you more and more grace and peace […]
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This week Rabbi Jerry continues his series through the attributes of God with a discussion of God’s Transcendence & Immanence. He discusses how God’s otherness and closeness to us comes together to create a correct view of who He is. Click here for Rabbi Jerry’s notes. Watch Below:
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