Congregation Shema Yisrael

Introduction: Do you remember the mural that used to be along the wall in the hallway? It was a labor of love. There were lots of trees and grass and blue skies, and in the middle of a lovely field were a smiling Yeshua and some very happy children gathered around Him. I liked it, […] Source

Rabbi Glenn begins a new series on Eschatology throughout God’s Word. This week he begins with an introduction and overview of what lies ahead! Click Here For The Notes. Watch Below: Source

Rabbis Loren, Glenn, and Jerry finish their discussion of Colossians 1. They discuss the importance of Evangelism and the sufficiency of Messiah Yeshua. Source

This week’s parasha is a double portion. The first is entitled Va’Yikra which translates to “And He Called”. The second is entitled Tzav, which means “Give the command”.  Together, these passages tell of how Adonai commanded Moses concerning various offerings. The first parasha VaYikra describes 5 types of offerings that were to be made upon […] Source

Rabbis Loren, Glenn, and Jerry continue their discussion of the letter to the Colossians. They discuss how Messiah Yeshua is first in all things and sustains our world. Source

The Parasha for this week is Pekudei, which means “accounts,” and covers the last two and a half chapters of Exodus, Chapters 38:21 to Chapter 40:38. Last week, in Parasha Vayakhel, we heard about how the people assembled together and donated generously to the building of the tabernacle, or Mishkan, as it was called in […] Source

This week Rabbi Jerry teaches on Psalm 115. He discusses the dangers of idolatry and the dangers of placing our trust in things that cannot save us. Watch Below: Source

Rabbis Loren, Glenn, and Jerry discuss the importance of understand God’s Word to gain spiritual wisdom and joy. Source

The Torah reading for this week’s Parasha is entitled Vayakhel which mean, “And he assembled” it covers Exodus 35:1 – 38:20. Let’s recap, this paratha is a repeat of exodus chapters, 25:1-27:19. Remember Moses was given these same instructions on mount Sinai. The Israelis would then become corrupt, and the golden calf incident occurred. Moses […] Source

This week Rabbi Jerry studies Ephesians 2:11-22 and discusses the importance of Gentiles in Messiah’s Community and how barriers between people have been torn down. Watch Below: Source

Rabbis Loren, Glenn, and Jerry begin a new series in the Letter to the Colossians. They discuss the importance of faith, hope, grace, and love. Source

This week Rabbi Glenn presents an important study on the biblical idea of humility. Click Here For The Notes. Watch Below: Source

The name of this week’s parasha is T’tzaveh, which means “command” and covers Exodus 27:20 – 30:10.  The Israelis were commanded to bring clear oil from pressed olives to the Tent of Meeting so that Aaron and his sons could keep the lamps there burning.  This command is repeated in Leviticus 24. The garments for […] Source

God is real. He is alive. He is all-knowing, all-powerful, present everywhere. He wise, good, kind, fair, honest, right and true. He created everything that exists. He created us for His purposes. We exist for His purposes. We exist for Him. He is the judge of humanity. On the Day of Judgment, He will judge […] Source

This week Rabbi Glenn begins a two-part Bible Study. For part 1 he surveys Scripture on the theme and importance of loyalty. Watch Below: Source

Our parasha today is entitled Terumah, meaning ‘contribution’. It takes us from Exodus 25 through 27:19. The subject matter of these chapters, and most of the rest of the book of Exodus, is the construction of the Mishkan (Tabernacle) and the Ark of the Covenant. God gave Moses a detailed blueprint, as it were, and […] Source

Someone recently asked me: “Do I have to believe everything the Bible teaches? Can’t I believe the parts I want to believe and not believe the parts I don’t want to believe?” My answer: “Yes. You must believe everything the Bible teaches”. Here’s why: The Bible Repeatedly Claims To Be Words From God That Come […] Source

This week Rabbi Jerry deep dives into the life and legacy of Melchizedek, King of Salem. He discusses who Melchizedek is, his importance in Scripture, and his treatment in the Talmud. References: The Legends Of Jews By Louis Ginzberg The JPS Torah Commentary: Genesis By Dr. Nahum M. Sarna Watch Below: Source

Rabbis Loren and Glenn are joined by Rebbetzin Martha and Alexandra to discuss the second part of Proverbs 20. Source

Shabbat Shalom. This week’s parasha is Mishpatim, which means “Judgments” and covers Exodus 21:1-24:18. In the previous parasha, our people were given the Ten Commandments by the Lord. We continue in chapter 21 with additional laws given by Adonai. Starting with the laws regarding Jewish slaves and servants. Chapter 21 also contains how to handle […] Source

Rabbis Loren and Glenn are joined by Rebbetzin Martha and Alexandra to discuss the first part of Proverbs 20. Source

The Tora reading for this week’s Parasha is entitled Yitro meaning Jethro. It is taken from the book of Exodus, 18:1-20:23, The gods of the Egyptians have been defeated, Pharaoh has been humiliated, his firstborn son, “killed” and his army destroyed. The Red Sea has parted, Israel has been released from slavery, Adonai has been […] Source

This week Rabbi Glenn discusses the importance of love and hospitality in 3 John. Watch Below: Source

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 first born. After their release, the Lord does not lead the Israelis in a direct route towards their […] Source

This week Rabbis Loren, Glenn, and Jerry discuss the end of Romans 16 and finish the Letter to the Romans. Source