Jewish Voice with Jonathan Bernis

In today’s productivity-driven culture, many Believers are missing out on the God-designed blessing of the Sabbath. Jonathan Bernis and Ezra Benjamin share the simple, yet profound, Jewish tradition of Shabbat that you can incorporate into your home every week. They’ll take you through the rich biblical history of Shabbat and explain its relevancy to Believers today. You’ll learn the three corners...

Once you hear it, it’s unmistakable – the mysterious, rugged sound of the shofar. Ram’s horns have been used as trumpets since Bible times. Discover where this fascinating instrument is found in Scripture and how it was used. Learn the three types of shofar blowing and the purposes for each. Jonathan and Ezra discuss how the shofar isn’t just a historical thing – there’s a day yet to come when the...

When we hurt, we can't focus on much else. Join Jonathan and Ezra as they discuss Jesus' compassion and how showing compassion toward others makes a powerful difference in their lives. You'll gain biblical insight into some Scriptures through the definitions of some key words. You might be surprised at how they enhance the meaning of the passages. You'll learn about a misunderstanding that can cre...

The book of Matthew begins with Jesus’ genealogy, but is this the first place in the Bible where we find Jesus? Are biblical prophecies the only place we see Him in the Old Testament? Jonathan and Ezra continue their conversation with Rabbi Troy Wallace, discussing some of the more than 50 appearances of Yeshua before He makes His historic entrance into humanity as a baby in a manger. You’ll see t...

What needs to take place before Jesus returns? Jonathan and Ezra sit down to discuss one thing you may not have heard much about. And if you’re a Gentile Believer in Jesus, it directly involves you! Join them as they share the Church’s role in God’s plan for Israel and the invitation God has offered non-Jewish people. They discuss one unfortunate and often unrecognized mindset of today’s Church th...

There’s a dangerous misconception floating around today. It may be politically correct, but it’s biblically wrong. And it has to do with what Jonathan and Ezra are discussing in this week’s show. Join them as they talk about what it means to stand with and bless Israel, why it’s critical for Believers in Jesus and how we do it. You'll learn the most vital component to blessing the Jewish people th...

“God is one.” It’s the foundation of Judaism, taken directly from Deuteronomy 6:4. Join Jonathan Bernis and Ezra Benjamin as they discuss how the “triunity” of God does not contradict this fundamental Scripture. You’ll discover the full meaning of the Hebrew word for “one” used in this verse. Hear scriptural examples from the Old and New Testaments of God’s manifestations in more than one form and...

Did you know that Jesus' purpose is contained right in His name? Jonathan and Ezra discuss the Hebrew name of Jesus that reveals His very purpose - salvation - and that the New Testament's message of salvation flows throughout the Old Testament as well. They talk about the biblical meaning of the word "meditation" and share the value of carefully guarding the things we take into our minds and of s...

Join Jonathan and Ezra as they celebrate Shavuot. This particular time of year is set aside on God’s calendar for us to remember how He has blessed us. Shavuot commemorates a time when a harvest offering was brought to the Temple and also celebrates the giving of the Torah and outpouring of God’s Holy Spirit. Discover the historical context, traditional customs, and spiritual significance of Shavu...

When life gets hard, and things like a global pandemic and random violence take away lives at a rate we've never seen before, people start to think about what comes after this life. Join Jonathan and Ezra as they discuss the very real eternal nature of humankind. You’ll hear a key Old Testament verse that clearly identifies the afterlife - and its two options - and what the New Testament reveals a...

If Jewish people ultimately came from Adam, does that mean Adam was Jewish? Join Jonathan and Ezra for a fascinating discussion covering simple but profound questions with answers that form the foundation of God’s relationship with and plans for the Jewish people. They reveal answers to curious questions about the first Jewish person and meanings of the words Hebrew, Semite, and various Bible name...

The Bible tells us that the Gospel is the power of God for salvation. Join Jonathan and Ezra as they explore the same Good News found in the Hebrew Scriptures and the New Testament. You’ll learn the Greek and Hebrew words for Gospel, what the Bible means by “to the Jew first,” and why many people are uncomfortable sharing the Gospel today. You’ll also receive encouragement to keep praying for thos...

Jonathan and Ezra take the mystery out of some of the primary articles common to Jewish worship services and homes. You'll see a Torah scroll, tallit, mezuzah and shofar, and learn their meanings, value and uses. You'll also receive encouragement about how the supernatural God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob can lead you and meet your needs. This TV show is a production of Jewish Voice Ministries Inte...

Jesus said that no one knows the day or the hour of His return but that we should be wise and know the signs of the season. Are we in that latter-day season now? Jonathan and Ezra sit down to discuss the signs of the times and reveal several Bible prophecies that have already come true and some that are coming true right now. They talk about a disturbing decision of the United Nations that exposes...

When all around you is chaotic, dismal and confusing, God's Word offers secure guidance and light. Join Jonathan and Ezra as they share the hope-filled power of God's Word to renew and direct your life. You'll also discover the exciting way that the new Jewish Voice Study Bible can unlock deeper understanding of Scripture's meaning through the Jewish context it was written in.

Easter will become more meaningful to you than ever before! Join Jonathan Bernis and Ezra Benjamin for an exploration into the Jewish context of Easter week. You’ll see how Jesus’ suffering, trial, crucifixion and resurrection fulfilled detailed Bible prophecies about the Messiah. Gain fascinating insight into the famous painting of “The Last Supper” by Leonardo DaVinci, and discover the important...

One’s a Christian holiday, and one’s Jewish, right? There’s more than meets the eye when it comes to Easter and Passover. Jonathan and Ezra engage you in a fascinating discussion about the differences and also the amazing connection and parallels between Easter and Passover. You’ll hear interesting facts about the Jewish and Gregorian calendars. You’ll discover how Jesus fulfilled Bible prophecies...

Jonathan and Ezra examine one of the most celebrated Jewish holidays. Passover commemorates God delivering the Israelites from slavery in Egypt. Join them as they examine the Scriptures and reveal how the Passover Seder relates to the Last Supper Jesus observed with His disciples before He was crucified. You will gain a whole new perspective on why the Messiah is called our Passover Lamb. You’ll a...

You may have noticed this phrase at the beginning of several psalms in the book of Psalms. But what are the Psalms of Ascent – the Songs of Ascent? Where are the psalmists ascending to? And what does it matter to us and our faith today? Join Jonathan and Ezra for an enlightening conversation about this distinct group of psalms, the historical Jewish context surrounding them and something beautiful...

Jonathan and Ezra discuss one of the most often-asked questions about the End Times: When will Jesus return? While the Bible says that no one knows the day or the hour of the Messiah’s return, we are told what the season of His return will look like. Jonathan and Ezra share Scriptures that reveal it’s looking more like that season every day and point to one of the clearest biblical statements refe...

Jonathan and Ezra take a closer look at the festive holiday of Purim, commemorating a time when God intervened to protect the Jewish people from the Persian empire. Discover God’s redemptive plan, seen through the story of a woman named Esther and God using her to preserve His people in a miraculous way. You’ll be encouraged as you see how God stepped in to make a way where there was none and that...

Jesus said that no one knows the day or the hour of His return but that we should be wise and know the signs of the season. Are we in that latter-day season now? Jonathan and Ezra sit down to discuss the signs of the times and reveal several Bible prophecies that have already come true and some that are coming true right now. They talk about a disturbing decision of the United Nations that exposes...

When we hurt, we can't focus on much else. Join Jonathan and Ezra as they discuss Jesus' compassion and how showing compassion toward others makes a powerful difference in their lives. You'll gain biblical insight into some Scriptures through the definitions of some key words. You might be surprised at how they enhance the meaning of the passages. You'll learn about a misunderstanding that can cre...

It’s one of the most important questions you’ll ever ask: What happens after we die? Jonathan and Ezra sit down to discuss the eternal nature of humankind and stories of people who have died and come back from the other side. Jonathan shares the commonalities in the stories he found while researching for his book A Rabbi Looks at the Afterlife: A New Look at Heaven and Hell. What he learned both i...

When all around you is chaotic, dismal and confusing, God's Word offers secure guidance and light. Join Jonathan and Ezra as they share the hope-filled power of God's Word to renew and direct your life. You'll also discover the exciting way that the new Jewish Voice Study Bible can unlock deeper understanding of Scripture's meaning through the Jewish context it was written in.