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We continue our studies looking at the furnishings of the Sanctuary in Exodus 25, focussing in on the Ark. This week we discuss the rings and the staves and the importance of the Ark as the place of GOD'S presence when He meets with Moses. We discuss how the Ark is misused and the result of that misuse. We look at whether it will be seen again in the future or if there are other ways in which GOD'...

As we resume our study, we've chosen to remain in the passages that look at the elements that make up the Sanctuary to be built according to the details instructed by Adonai. This week we look at the words Mikdash and Mishkan, the place of sanctuary and dwelling, how the Ark of the Covenant is a portal in the return to Eden and the importance of the materials used in the Ark's construction. We als...

As we return to our study of the Torah after the Autumn festivals and Rosh Chodesh, we review the importance of what is taking place as Adonai imparts the design of the Sanctuary that is built in order for Him to dwell in the midst of the people. We discuss what this means to us as a community of Adonai's people, counterfeit versions of the purpose the Sanctuary and how we are required to wait pat...

In this episode, we begin to look at the book of Ecclesiastes, which is read over the eight days of Sukkot. By many, this book is regarded as being negative and a bit depressing, but we discuss how the lessons in it are an encouragement to not be enamoured or distracted by this world and to see that what may appear to be futility can create an understanding of the world to come. This is the beginn...

This week, as we are in the midst of the Autumn festivals on the Hebrew calendar, we discuss the period between Yom Teruah/Rosh HaShanah and Yom Kippur, known as the 10 days of Awe. We consider how this period of time is portrayed in the Apostolic writings and look specifically at the beginning of the ministry of Messiah Yeshua, the time of his immersion and the 40 days in the wilderness and their...

This week we look at the how the Tabernacle of GOD speaks to us through the Apostolic Writings. In our discussions we consider that the Torah written on our hearts is something that began at Sinai, and requires us to engage with the internal spirit led principles that it invokes recognising that by doing so, the actions of the believing community can either emulate the true purpose of Torah throug...

This week we begin our study of the portion called Terumah, meaning "offerings". We begin with the question of the need for the Tabernacle and and Adonai's desire to re-establish what was lost at Eden by dwelling in the camp of His people Israel. We discuss how the Torah purely when only applied as a religious text is unable to complete the restoration of the relationship between Man and GOD, and...

This week is our last study in the portion Mishpatim where we see the invitation by GOD for Moshe, Aaron and the 70 elders join the Creator of the Universe in a meal after ratifying the Book of the Covenant. We discuss the similarities and continiuing extension of that Covenant through Messiah Yeshua and into our present day. We also discuss how the Torah speaks of the healing of Israel and the na...

This week discuss how the ordinances of Mishpatim create a framework for the future judgment of the world as Paul alludes to in 1 Corinthians 6. We also discuss the principle behind as in heaven, so on earth and how Mishpatim encourages us to make this a reality as we shape the world we live in by living according to the ordinances of Adonai, and what the consequences are as set out in the book of...

This week we ask the question: How do Mishpatim speak to us prophetically? We discuss the "civil" and practical nature of the ordinances and how they apply to everyone throughout the ages past, present and future. We specifically discuss the verses that many use to justify revenge or criticise those who would defend themselves when experiencing conflict. We look at how these verses point to the re...

This week we begin to look at the parsha called Mishpatim which can be translated as judgments/ordinances/right rulings. We consider the preceding verses for context of how the mishpatim that Adonai is instructing the Children of Israel are to elevate them from considering themselves as slaves in Egypt and above the pagan practices of the surrounding nations. We look at the "Eved Ivri"; the descri...

In our final discussion on parsha Yitro we cover some of the following topics. How does the High Priest of Midian compare to the High Priest of Israel.  Does it reveal that religious systems are only relevant if the heart of the individual is changed and that the identification with the religion of the nation does not guarantee obedience to the instructions of GOD We also look more carefully at el...

Our study this week examines how the prepartion for the Giving of the Torah and the timeline of the events reveal the intention of Adonai's restoration of relationship with mankind through His people Israel and for the rest of humanity through Yeshua His Messiah. We discuss the significance of the third month/third day metaphor in chapter 19 followed by the examination of the first of the 10 words...

This week we begin the study of the Torah portion called Yitro which includes the Giving of the Torah on Mount Sinai. We discuss how chapter 18 which begins with the reunting of Moses with his father-in-law appears to out of chronological order of events, but that the essential nature of the testimony of Yitro reflects the practical witness of the Gentiles who by faith declare the Sovereignty of t...

This week we conclude the portion named Beshelach. In our review of the portion we discuss the events that it contains and what is the roadmap that is being set out as an example to us regarding the nature of salvation and redemption. We discuss how our purpose is to glorify Adonai in the framework of the Shabbat and its impact on our lives both spiritually and physically as a people set apart by...

This week we discuss the provison of the manna and the teaching of the importance of the Sabbath. What is the most important aspect of the manna? Its provision is held as a memorial in the Ark, but the Sabbath? That is an eternal covenant. We discuss how not keeping the Sabbath impacts the believing community, both Jewish and Gentile, when the Sabbath is not adhered to and how it is a key part to...

As we return to our discussions after our break, we continue by looking at the Song of Moses. What is it and how is it significant to us today? Clearly it has future implications as it is mentioned in the book of Revelation and it referred to frequently in both the Psalms and the Siddur (the daily prayers), as well as being recounted each year at Passover.  We look at how the song is set out on a...

In our study this week we look at the time between Pesach and the crossing of the Red Sea in the context of Psalm 67 which is read each day during the Counting of the Omer. We discuss how the Exodus from Egypt is not just an historical moment in the history of Israel, but how it heralds the redemption that Adonai brings across the whole earth and that the thirst for true justice and equity, freedo...

This week we discuss the final part of parsha Bo which deals specifically with the sanctification of the firstborn. We look at how this comes immediately after the night of Passover but before the Red Sea crossing. We also discover how the redemption of the firstborn donkey by the lamb connects to the death and resurrection of Messiah Yeshua and the redemption of all mankind. We discover the conne...

This week we discuss the final plague, the Death of the Firstborn. We look closely at the words used by Adonai regarding the final words of Pharaoh and how they imply the complete end to the relationship between Egypt and Israel to prepare the way for their arrival at Mount Sinai and establishing a further relationship with the Children of Israel developing beyond the covenant of circumcision thro...

This week we continue to look at the plagues preceding the Exodus, looking at the last three, Hail, Locusts and Darkness, prior to the Death of the Firstborn. We discuss Hail in particular as an instrument of Adonai's judgment and how it is applied from Creation, through Job, the Exodus and into the book of Revelation.  We look at the distinction Adonai makes between those who heed the instruction...

In this study we begin to look at the plagues and challenges set down before the Pharaoh of Egypt by Adonai through His envoy's Moses and Aaron We look at the controversial expression of how Adonai "hardens" the heart of Pharaoh. We also discuss the importance of the differentiation between faith in Adonai compared to the desire to see signs and wonders to prove who god is.

This week we continue to look at the plagues of Egypt and how they are structured. We discuss how the plagues deal with the three key aspects addressing the attitude of the Egyptians toward the land and its residents. These are lessons that extend to us today in our present time and the future attitudes toward Adonai and the environment that we have been given stewardship over.

In this week's study we begin to look at the build up to the coming plagues of Egypt. At the heart of the redemption and rescue of Israel is the fulfilling of the convenant with Abraham, Isaac and Jacob and the establishing of GOD's name as the covenant keeping GOD. We discuss how this parallels our place in history today as we await the coming of Messiah and the covenant established at Passover a...

This week we conclude the portion Shemot. We discuss the significance of the book of Shemot as the establishing of the Name of GOD through the Children of Israel in the world and how the essence of GOD's name establishes His presence as the Creator of the Universe, the name of His Son as mentioned in Proverbs 30 and the connection to the life and ministry of Yeshua as set out in the gospels.