Messianic Torah Observant Israel

Be sure to listen to the previous podcast, In The Zone | October 2023 | Part 1. On the first Shabbat of the month, Rabbi Steve Berkson opens the floor to the local congregants and those listening online to ask questions or comment about any aspect of our belief. Rabbi Berkson addresses topics concerning fundamental Torah-based practices and personal development, gives marital instruction, shares p...

On the first Shabbat of the month, Rabbi Steve Berkson opens the floor to the local congregants and those listening online to ask questions or comment about any aspect of our belief. Rabbi Berkson addresses topics concerning fundamental Torah-based practices and personal development, gives marital instruction, shares parental techniques, and more. Part 1: • Intro • Should we tithe on benevolence?...

Be sure to check out the previous podcast, "Stories from the MTOI Community | Part 1" Rabbi Steve Berkson gives the floor to a few people to tell their stories of how they came into commitment in the context of Messiah so that you could hear and relate the experience of others with your own.  Many of us had the experience of finding the Messiah first before we discovered that the Torah is still re...

Rabbi Steve Berkson gives the floor to a few people to tell their stories of how they came into commitment in the context of Messiah so that you could hear and relate the experience of others with your own.  Many of us had the experience of finding the Messiah first before we discovered that the Torah is still relevant. For some of us, it was the other way around. Some of us had no experience with...

These days, some cannot define the meaning of ‘woman,’ men think they are women, or women decide they are men. Society uses terms such as toxic masculinity, macho, chauvinist, misogynist, and sexist to describe men. Because of this, the roles of men and women, as Elohim intended, are all but lost to the depravity of the human condition. Addressing a topic not talked about robustly in Scripture, Ra...

These days, some cannot define the meaning of ‘woman,’ men think they are women, or women decide they are men. Society uses terms such as toxic masculinity, macho, chauvinist, misogynist, and sexist to describe men. Because of this, the roles of men and women, as Elohim intended, are all but lost to the depravity of the human condition. Addressing a topic not talked about robustly in Scripture, Ra...

We recommend watching the full teaching before watching this Afterburn. AFTERBURN: Some of the topics covered are: • Observe and learn yourself • What is the “outer darkness”? • Caring about what others think? • Why does Yahweh want all our focus on Him? • The final exam? • Try the kidneys? (Psalm 26:2) • How can I discover the scope of my talents/skills? • Why do you care? Afterburn: also known i...

Two days before Yom Kippur, Rabbi Berkson urges us to look at ourselves in the mirror of the Word of Yah. Where are we in our walk before Elohim? How are we in our relationships with our spouses, friends, and those in authority over us. Prayerfully examining ourselves and then making the necessary changes shows the Father that we’re serious about Him, His Kingdom and His people. • Where are we in...

We recommend listening to the full teaching before listening to this Afterburn. AFTERBURN: Some of the topics covered are: 00:00 Intro 02:46 Rabbi Berkson comments on Elder Jackson’s teaching 07:20 When should the single person start making their list of expectations? 10:34 How do I deal with the walls in me that close off communication? 15:39 Generational curses, communication issues, and working...

The world and the different religious systems have significantly distorted marriage to the point that it has become something most people want to avoid. They would rather indulge in all the benefits of the marriage relationship without committing. In this episode, Elder Jackson speaks about how constant and meaningful communication is vital to establishing a successful marriage. • Review of Part 1...

On the first Shabbat of the month, Rabbi Steve Berkson opens the floor to the local congregants and those listening online to ask questions or comment about any aspect of our belief. Rabbi Berkson addresses topics concerning fundamental Torah-based practices and personal development, gives marital instruction, shares parental techniques, and more. Part 2: • Who were the Nicolaitans and what did th...

On the first Shabbat of the month, Rabbi Steve Berkson opens the floor to the local congregants and those listening online to ask questions or comment about any aspect of our belief. Rabbi Berkson addresses topics concerning fundamental Torah-based practices and personal development, gives marital instruction, shares parental techniques, and more. Part 1: • What about outside therapy? Will it help...

We recommend listening to the full teaching, The Roles of Men & Women | Part 6, before listening to this Afterburn. AFTERBURN: Some of the topics covered are: • I tried hard not to believe or trust you • Doesn’t the husband by default have all authority over his family? • Whose helpmeet is who’s? • Is it ever appropriate for a spouse to create a deception? • In what setting does the agreement/...

These days, some cannot define the meaning of ‘woman,’ men think they are women, or women decide they are men. Society uses terms such as toxic masculinity, macho, chauvinist, misogynist, and sexist to describe men. Because of this, the roles of men and women, as Elohim intended, are all but lost to the depravity of the human condition. Addressing a topic not talked about robustly in Scripture, Ra...

We recommend listening to the full teaching, The Roles of Men & Women | Part 5, before listening to this Afterburn. AFTERBURN: Some of the topics covered are: • Intro • Strong-willed women and marriage • Husbands providing safe space for their wives to flourish • What’s going on with the young males and females today? • Preparing yourself to become that… • Who is the Bride of Messiah? • Can ex...

These days, some cannot define the meaning of ‘woman,’ men think they are women, or women decide they are men. Society uses terms such as toxic masculinity, macho, chauvinist, misogynist, and sexist to describe men. Because of this, the roles of men and women, as Elohim intended, are all but lost to the depravity of the human condition. Addressing a topic not talked about robustly in Scripture, Ra...

On the first Shabbat of the month, Rabbi Steve Berkson opens the floor to the local congregants and those listening online to ask questions or comment about any aspect of our belief. Rabbi Berkson addresses topics concerning fundamental Torah-based practices and personal development, gives marital instruction, shares parental techniques, and more. Part 2: • What “sins” is Paul talking about? • My...

On the first Shabbat of the month, Rabbi Steve Berkson opens the floor to the local congregants and those listening online to ask questions or comment about any aspect of our belief. Rabbi Berkson addresses topics concerning fundamental Torah-based practices and personal development, gives marital instruction, shares parental techniques, and more. Part 1: • Intro • Are wives to keep their husbands...

We recommend listening to the full teaching, The Fruit That Remains, before listening to this Afterburn. Some of the topics covered are: • There’s a place for you in the story • Cling, cleave, and hold fast to Yahweh for the fruit • Seaweed wrapped around my head • Painful pruning • “You don’t ever want to walk through what we walked through” • Struggling produces strength to get to the next level...

The definition of 'remain' is "continue to exist, especially after other similar or related people or things have ceased to exist." The fruit defined in Galatians 5:22-23 identifies those covenanted with Elohim. As we endeavor to become like Messiah Yeshua, this fruit must remain in us. The fruit produced by the old man's fleshly nature, called "nasty fruit" by Elder Jackson, cannot remain as it h...

We recommend listening to the full teaching, The Roles of Men & Women | Part 4, before listening to this Afterburn. AFTERBURN: Some of the topics covered are: • Intro • Understand the person with whom you want to be intimate • To be or not to be married? • Each one has his own gift from Elohim • Prepare yourself to be a good catch • I would never bring children into this world as it is • Was P...

These days, some cannot define the meaning of ‘woman,’ men think they are women, or women decide they are men. Society uses terms such as toxic masculinity, macho, chauvinist, misogynist, and sexist to describe men. Because of this, the roles of men and women, as Elohim intended, are all but lost to the depravity of the human condition. Addressing a topic not talked about robustly in Scripture, Ra...

We recommend listening to the full teaching, The Roles of Men & Women | Part 3, before listening to this Afterburn. AFTERBURN: Some of the topics covered are: • Marriage can be the greatest thing or worst thing ever • Can wives correct their husbands? • A template for a wonderful life • Preparing myself for marriage through Rabbi’s teachings • The man’s trauma of rejection and disrespect • I t...

These days, some cannot define the meaning of ‘woman,’ men think they are women, or women decide they are men. Society uses terms such as toxic masculinity, macho, chauvinist, misogynist, and sexist to describe men. Because of this, the roles of men and women, as Elohim intended, are all but lost to the depravity of the human condition. Addressing a topic not talked about robustly in Scripture, Ra...

We recommend listening to the full teaching, The Roles of Men & Women | Part 2, before listening to this Afterburn. AFTERBURN: Some of the topics covered are: • Intro / Vetting your potential partner • Chris’ observations of the teaching • The principles of the roles are interchangeable • How do I teach small children to let dad transition after work? • Being open and honest with others, not a...