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Send us Fan Mail Today is a bonus episode! Let's dive into Shabbat and why it matters for our family life. Today, I will share my own experiences of celebrating Shabbat and highlights the significance of this ancient tradition in modern life. Sabbath provides a sanctuary in time, allowing families to step away from busyness and distractions and foster genuine rest and relaxation. It also enco...

Send us Fan Mail Meet Carol as she shares about her journey from being a Jewish girl from Brooklyn to finding Jesus. Carol shares how she experienced a nervous breakdown after becoming a Christian and how God used her to help women experiencing depression and loneliness. She talks about her upbringing in a traditional Jewish home and how she came to believe in Jesus after reading the book of John....

Send us Fan Mail Tov Rose shares his story of coming to know Christ and how his entire family followed suit. He discusses his research on Midrash, ancient Jewish Bible interpretation methods, and how it relates to the New Testament. Tov emphasizes the importance of parents sharing Jesus with their children from a young age. Want easy access Tov Rose's website?  Click here. Curious to know mor...

Send us Fan Mail Laura Barron shares her journey of faith as a Jewish believer in Jesus. She grew up in a non-religious Jewish family but accepted Jesus the first time she heard the gospel. She became a missionary with Jews for Jesus and planted the first work of the organization in South Africa. Laura emphasizes the importance of getting to know people and asking questions when sharing the gospel...

Send us Fan Mail This conversation covers Garrett Smith's journey from being a Jewish believer to finding Jesus, including his background, experiences in Thailand, and his encounter with Christianity in Israel. It also delves into his work with interfaith Jewish intercultural couples and the challenges they face. Garrett Smith shares his journey from being a Buddhist to becoming a believer in...

Send us Fan Mail Larry Stamm  shares his journey of finding Jesus as a Jewish believer. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the Jewish roots of the Christian faith and how it helps build gospel foundations. Larry discusses his family background, including his father's escape from Nazi Germany, and the mixed reactions he received from his Jewish family when he embraced Jesus as the M...

Send us Fan Mail WARNING: This is an intimate, transparent and deep conversation. Janna shares her journey of walking away from the church and her faith, and how she eventually found her way back through a Bible study and a church service. She discusses the significance of the book of Isaiah and how it connects the Old and New Testaments. Janna also talks about the importance of understanding that...

Send us Fan Mail In this conversation, Rachel Kushner interviews Karol Joseph about her journey to faith in Jesus and her work with the ultra-Orthodox Jewish community. Karol shares how she met a born-again Christian in college and was drawn to his peace and faith in the midst of difficult circumstances. She later found her own faith through a 12-step program for compulsive eating, where she learn...

Send us Fan Mail Meet Liat from Light to the Nation's Ministries.  Rachel Kushner and Liat chat about Liat's background growing up in a Messianic Jewish home in Israel and her journey to faith. She discusses the ministry's focus on reaching the younger generation and bridging the gap between Judaism and Christianity. Liat also shares her experience living in Israel during the recent...

Send us Fan Mail In this conversation, Rachel Kushner interviews McKenzie Mapes, also known as the Talking Tassel on Instagram. McKenzie shares the story behind her Instagram handle, which is inspired by the tassels worn by believers as a reminder of God's commandments. She discusses the importance of teaching the Old Testament to children and how it serves as the foundation for their faith....

Send us Fan Mail Summary Heather Quiroz, founder of First Century Youth Ministry, discusses the importance of understanding the Jewish roots of faith and teaching the ancient Near Eastern context of the Bible. She shares her life-changing experience in Israel and the impact it had on her understanding of Scripture. Heather emphasizes the significance of scripture memorization and how it helps to u...

Send us Fan Mail You won't want to miss this conversation with Naomi Dauermann, a teacher and homeschooling mama. Listen as she shares her background and journey of faith, emphasizing the importance of teaching the Old Testament to children. She highlights the value of understanding God's story in its entirety and not neglecting the hundreds of years before the New Testament. Naomi provi...

Send us Fan Mail In this conversation, Stasia Estep discusses her music project, the Revere Project, which focuses on teaching children Bible verses through song. She also shares her love for the Jewish people and the Old Testament, which was sparked by her interest in Israel. Stasia explains the importance of introducing children to the Old Testament and the feasts and festivals associated with i...

Send us Fan Mail In this conversation, Rachel Kushner interviews Jenna Jill Swain, a homeschooling mother of two young children who is actively teaching her children to discover the significance of Israel and the Old Testament.  Jenna shares how her faith was strengthened during a difficult season and how teaching her children the stories of the Bible helps them understand God's ways. They al...

Send us Fan Mail You've been asking --- here it is -- an update on Johanna and her family from Israel. Johanna, a dear friend of the podcast, provides an update on life in Israel during war. We discuss her husband's return from reserve duty, the impact of the war on agricultural communities, and their recent family trip to Greece. She also shares her experience during the recent rocket a...

Send us Fan Mail Pastor Nate Ross shares with Rachel Kushner about his journey and his passion for helping leaders give birth to their visions. They discuss the importance of understanding the Old Testament and its frameworks, especially for parents who want to teach their children about the connections between the Old and New Testaments. Pastor Nate shares practical ways to incorporate Old Testam...

Send us Fan Mail In this conversation, Rachel Kushner reconnects with Bob Mendelsohn, who she has known since she was a young child. He had to refresh her memory because she was so young! They discuss the importance of teaching children about the Old Testament, Jewish culture, and the feasts and holidays. Bob shares his experiences of spending time with his grandchildren and incorporating these te...

Send us Fan Mail This is a departure from our typical podcast. I had the opportunity to speak with Ron Davis, from The Jewish Road. He shares a fun and meaningful family tradition that they do as a family each year at Passover. Listen in as you'll hear Ron teach us about the Afikomen, the piece of matzah that is hidden and later found during the Seder. The Afikomen tradition symbolizes the bu...

Send us Fan Mail Carolyn Hyde is an American-born Jewish believer in Jesus living in Israel. Carolyn shares her journey to faith, including her time in the new age movement and her encounter with Yeshua (Hebrew for Jesus). She discusses her ministry in Israel and the importance of sharing the gospel with both Jews and Gentiles. Carolyn also highlights the significance of teaching children the Tora...

Send us Fan Mail In this conversation, Rachel Kushner interviews Rene Annette Wallace, an author of children's books on Messianic Jewish holidays. They discuss the importance of teaching the Old Testament to children and how it relates to their understanding of Jesus. Passover begins in just a few weeks! Rene's book will be included in this year's Passover activity box which you can...

Send us Fan Mail In this exciting conversation, Rachel Kushner interviews Dr. Mitch Glaser, the President of Chosen People Ministries. Together they discuss the significance of Passover in relation to Jesus as the Messiah. Mitch provides background information on Passover and its symbolism, highlighting how it foreshadows Jesus' role as the sacrificial Lamb. He also discusses other Old Testam...

Send us Fan Mail Lauren, also known as the gentle mommy on Instagram, shares her experiences as a Torah-pursuant mother of seven children. She discusses her life on a farm in Utah, the significance of the word 'anchor', and the importance of learning and understanding Old Testament truths. Lauren explains her family's observance of Biblical feasts, including Passover and Shavuot, an...

Send us Fan Mail Suzy Linett shares her journey from growing up in a Jewish home to discovering Jesus and leading a ministry called D'var Shalom. She emphasizes the importance of introducing children to the Old Testament and celebrating festivals like Purim. Suzy highlights the parallel between the story of Esther and her own life, where God's presence and divine appointments were eviden...

Send us Fan Mail In this conversation, Rachel Kushner interviews George Ross, a retired pastor, about the importance of teaching the Old Testament to children. They discuss the significance of familiarizing children with Old Testament heroes, including all their flaws, as well as revealing the heart of God revealed in the Old Testament. They also delve into the story of Purim and the Book of Esthe...

Send us Fan Mail Stephanie Bergquist shares her experience of motherhood as an educational journey for her faith. She emphasizes the importance of teaching the Old Testament to children and the power of understanding the cohesiveness of the Bible. Stephanie discusses her family's experience of receiving a Hanukkah box and the impact it had on their understanding of the feasts. She also provid...