Congregation Shema Yisrael

This morning’s parasha is entitled Beha’alotecha which is translated, “When you set up”. It covers Numbers 8:1-12:16 Parasha Beha’alotecha begins by discussing the daily lighting of the golden menorah. The Word of God shows that the lamp stand was made exactly like the pattern the Lord had shown Moses. When God gives specific instructions about […] Source

This week Rabbi Glenn continues the series in Malachi and discusses the forerunner of the Messiah and Messiah Himself. Click here for Rabbi Glenn’s notes. Watch Below:   Source

This week the rabbis conclude John 16 with an important discussion about prayer. Source

This week we will be covering two parashas, Bamidbar which translates to “In The Wilderness” and Naso, which translates to “Take Up” and cover Numbers 1-7:89. Parasha Bamidbar focuses on censuses, encampment instructions, and the duties for the tribe of Levi. The book of Numbers begins with the Lord commanding Moses to take a census […] Source

This week Rabbi Jerry teaches on Malachi 2:10-16 and focuses on the importance of keeping God’s Covenant. He specifically focuses on self-deception and sinful divorce. Click here for Rabbi Jerry’s Notes. Watch Below: Source

This week Rabbi Glenn teaches on Malachi 2:1-9 and discusses what it means to be a priest of the Lord and how we are to honor Adonai. Click here for Rabbi Glenn’s notes. Watch Below: Source

Fifteen years ago today I gave this message – the fifth in a series based on Hebrews chapter eleven – a chapter that summons us to remember the great faith of those who went before us. I think it’s appropriate for Memorial Day weekend, since the purpose of this letter was to cause the 1st […] Source

This week’s Parasha is Behar & B’chukotai, a double Parasha covering Chapters 25 through 27, and brings us to the conclusion of the book of Leviticus. In Chapter 25 the Sabbatical year is discussed as well as the year of Jubilee. In Chapter 26 Adonai outlines the blessings for obedience and punishments for disobedience. This […] Source

This week Rabbi Glenn teaches on Malachi 1:11-14 and focuses on Israel’s complacency vs. the zeal of the nations in the days to come. Click here for Rabbi Glenn’s notes. Watch Below: Source

This week Rabbis Loren and Jerry continue in John 16 and discuss the joy in Messiah Yeshua which can never be taken away. Source

This week’s parasha is titled Emor, which means “Say.” Our passage is Leviticus, chapter 21:1 – chapter 24:23 and builds on previous chapters of moral and godly living, covering further rules for priests on how they are to be holy ones, separated for God’s purposes. Additional responsibilities come with leadership, so it is appropriate that […] Source

This week Rabbi Jerry teaches on Malachi 1:6-14 and discusses how we should and should not worship the Lord. Click here for Rabbi Jerry’s notes. Watch Below: Source

This week Rabbis Loren and Jerry continue in John 16 and discuss the role and giving of the Holy Spirit. Transcript Source

This week our Torah portion is a double portion, entitled Acharei Mot-Kedosheem. It covers Leviticus 16:1 – 20:27. Acharei Mot is translated After the Death, and Kedosheem means Holy Ones. These parashas emphasize the importance of holiness in all aspects of life, reflecting the call to be holy, as God is holy. It also highlights the […] Source

This week Rabbi Jerry teaches on Malachi 1:1-5 and discusses the Lord’s love for His people and His response to those who are their enemies. Click here for Rabbi Jerry’s notes. Watch Below: Source

This week Rabbis Loren, Glenn, and Jerry begin John 16 and discuss the coming persecution of the Disciples. Source

This week, we have a double Torah portion.  The first passage is called Tazria, which means “she conceives,” such as when a woman gives birth to a child.  This passage is from Leviticus, chapter 12:1 – 13:59.  Our other Torah portion is called, M’tzora, which is translated as “leper” and takes us from Leviticus, chapter […] Source

This week Rabbi Glenn begins a new series in Malachi with an introduction and brief overview of themes. Click here for Rabbi Glenn’s Notes. Watch Below:   Source

This week Rabbis Loren, Glenn, and Jerry conclude John 15 with a discussion on the sending of the Holy Spirit. Source

This week our parasha is Shemini, which means “eighth”, and covers Leviticus 9:1–11:47. In this parasha we will see the serious consequences that come from violating the Lord’s commands. Leviticus 9 details the sacrifices of Aaron and his sons on the eighth day of their dedication to begin their service as priests of the Lord. […] Source

This week Rabbi Jerry teaches on the parable of the two debtors and how we should love and reach out to others from a place of empathy and compassion. Watch Below:   Source

This week Rabbi Glenn teaches on the importance of controlling and understanding our emotions. Source

Passover is one of the greatest events in history. However, as great as it was, it’s more than just the deliverance of the Jewish people from Egyptian slavery 3500 years ago. It’s a type, a shadow, a divine pattern that points to a greater deliverance through the Lord Yeshua, the Son of God, our Messiah […] Source

The notes for this parasha will be posted later. Source

This week Rabbi Glenn teaches on our unity in Messiah found in Ephesians 2. Click here for Rabbi Glenn’s notes. Click here for an introduction to Ephesians. Watch Below: Source