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Torah Today explores the Hebrew scriptures and culture that shaped the life of Jesus and provides common ground for all who seek the truth. We provide short teachings on various topics from a biblical perspective and provide valuable insights into words and phrases from the Hebrew Bible.
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Paul describes three kinds of believers: the fleshly believer, the soulish believer, and the spiritual believer. Which one are you? Which one do you want to be? And how do you get there? In this teaching, we look at the scriptural principles that will help us to become the people God wants us to be. For more teachings by Grant Luton (and to print the notes), visit our website: https://www.TorahTodayMinistries.org And when you visit, be sure to subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter, which will...
It has been said that we are not human beings on a spiritual journey, but spiritual beings on a human journey. The Scriptures speak often about the human soul and the human spirit. In fact, Hebrew 4:12 states, "For the Word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit…" Why is it important for this division to occur? What is the difference between the soul and the spirit? Should the soul and the spirit always be divided? And wha...
This four-part series covers one of the last understood topics in the Bible. Though the Scriptures discuss the body, soul, and spirit in detail, it is rarely taught upon in most faith communities. The concepts presented here are foundational for a clear understanding of God's work of salvation and restoration of the human being. (The material presented here grew out of a series of teachings first presented at a conference held in Stevens Point, Wisconsin in August 2023.) For more teachings by...
This four-part series covers one of the last understood topics in the Bible. Though the Scriptures discuss the body, soul, and spirit in detail, it is rarely taught upon in most faith communities. The concepts presented here are foundational for a clear understanding of God's work of salvation and restoration of the human being. (The material presented here grew out of a series of teachings first presented at a conference held in Stevens Point, Wisconsin in August 2023.) For more teachings by...
Robin and I love reading and discussing Pirkei Avot, which is a collection of sayings and insights by some of Israel's wisest sages. This ancient writing is traditionally studied between Passover and Pentecost every year and includes sage advice by the likes of Hillel, Shammai, Akiva, Gamaliel (who was the apostle Paul's rabbi), and many others. In this discussion, we discuss some of our favorite quotes from the first half of Pirkei Avot. Join us for a fun and thought-provoking discussion. Fo...
One of the most ancient parts of the Passover Haggadah is the four questions asked by the youngest child. But when we consider these four questions, they seem a little....uh... silly. But on closer examination, they are anything but! Another part of the Haggadah is the discussion of the four sons - the wise son, the wicked son, the simple son, and the clueless son. But some rabbis refer to a fifth son, and this one is the most concerning of all. What is the connection between the four questio...
Someone once said that you can tell whether a man is clever by his answers, but you can tell whether he is wise by his questions. So are some questions more valuable than others? Can questions be dangerous? Even deadly? Why were Satan's first words in the form of a question? Why do some faith communities fear questions? And why does Judaism value them? Join Grant and Robin in a lively conversation about the power of questions - their value, misuse, danger, and power to lead to new horizons. F...
Join Grant and Robin for the seventh installment of their new series, "Bread Crumbs." In this series, we explore and discuss various biblical issues that arise during our personal studies and conversations. In this episode, we compare the Ten Commandments given through Moses with the Twenty Commandments given through Paul. Oh, you say you are unfamiliar with The 20 Commandments? Then, this discussion will be a life changer for you. These twenty rules for living a spirit-led life perfectly com...
Let's begin with a few questions. In Acts 9, we read how the risen Yeshua accosted Saul on the road to Damascus and made him - in a violation of Saul's free will - His newest disciple. So, if Yeshua can make someone a convert against his free will, then why doesn't He go ahead and make everyone a Yeshua follower? In fact, isn't that what He is going to do in the future anyway? Why the long wait? Join us as we explore the depths of God's Word to provide a beautiful answer to these questions. F...
Is gender merely a matter of human physiology? Or is it something much deeper? In this discussion, we explore how the paradox of gender is an expression of God's own personality and how women give men a reason to be men! We also discuss why the word 'laughter' is used in the Torah to describe physical intimacy. We hope you enjoy this Bread Crumb and find the topic as fascinating as we do. For more teachings by Grant Luton (and to print the notes), visit our website: https://www.TorahTodayMini...
God commands us to be holy because He is holy. "Holy" means 'set apart,' but exactly how set apart are we supposed to be? Is it possible to be too distant from the world's culture? And is it possible to be too close? Should we look, talk, and behave like the current culture to reach it with the truth? Or should we isolate ourselves in a cave or a monastery? How do we negotiate this delicate balance between being unholy and being 'holier than thou'? Join us as we discuss this important topic a...
Join Grant and Robin for the third installment of their new series "Bread Crumbs". In this series, we explore and discuss a variety of biblical issues that arise during our personal studies and conversations. For more teachings by Grant Luton (and to print the notes), visit our website: https://www.TorahTodayMinistries.org And when you visit, be sure to subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter, which will keep you up to date with news, photos, and upcoming events at Torah Today Ministries.
In this episode of Bread Crumbs, we continue our discussion "This Is About That" by looking at Jacob's ladder, Rebekah's twins, and the word "word" and how reading itself is a spiritual pursuit. For more teachings by Grant Luton (and to print the notes), visit our website: https://www.TorahTodayMinistries.org And when you visit, be sure to subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter, which will keep you up to date with news, photos, and upcoming events at Torah Today Ministries.
In this first episode of our new series, we discuss one of the most fundamental principles for unlocking God's Word, namely opening up the myriad word pictures and object lessons through which God grants us spiritual understanding. This is the first of (at least) two parts on this subject, and we look at such things as trees, bread, human physiology, the sun and moon, and a few other examples illustrating that THIS (physical things) is about THAT (spiritual things). For more teachings by Gran...
At the end of Galatians 4, Paul shares an allegory about two mountains, two mothers, two sons, and two covenants. This allegory, which Paul intended to bring clarity to his readers, has been a source of confusion for centuries! What is Paul actually trying to say? In this discussion, we take this passage verse by verse and discover that it is not confusing after all. For more teachings by Grant Luton (and to print the notes), visit our website: https://www.TorahTodayMinistries.org And when yo...
What did Paul mean when he said that we were under a "child minder" or "guardian" until faith came? And what does the phrase "under the Law" mean? Now that we are not "under the Law", are we excused from obeying it? If I am led by the spirit, do I need to pay attention to and obey the Torah? This key section of Galatians found in 3:23 to 4:8 answers these questions and gets right to the heart of Paul's message to the community in Galatia. For more teachings by Grant Luton (and to print the no...
In this third discussion of key concepts in Galatians, we consider the Torah's two primary roles (plus a third role that you may find surprising!). We will also gain a clearing understanding of the relationship between "law and grace", i.e. walking in obedience to the Torah versus walking in the spirit. For more teachings by Grant Luton (and to print the notes), visit our website: https://www.TorahTodayMinistries.org And when you visit, be sure to subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter, which ...
In this second discussion of key concepts in Galatians, we look at Judaism's definition of "Torah" only to discover that Judaism has two of them! This has led to great confusion for Gentiles as they read this important book. Though we do not actually look into the book of Galatians itself in this discussion, the concepts addressed here are vital to our ability to understand Paul's message. For more teachings by Grant Luton (and to print the notes), visit our website: https://www.TorahTodayMin...
In this first discussion about Galatians, we discuss why there has been so much confusion surrounding this book and how that confusion has contributed to the Jewish rejection of Yeshua. We play a little "mind game" that will expose the wrong-headed notions most people have about Galatians and help us to see what the real problem in Galatia really was. Then we will see what the key to understanding Galatians is and discuss the historical context in which this book was written. For more teachin...
This teaching was prepared on September 12, 2022 at the request of Katherine Lee, founder and president of the Pure Hope Foundation and author of Interrupted: The Joy and Mystery of a God-Directed Life. She requested a teaching that would delve into the deeper meanings of Genesis 3 to present to her online community of students and followers. So now, in January of 2023, I present it to you, as well. For more teachings by Grant Luton (and to print the notes), visit our website: https://www.Tor...
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