Links to Messiah Podcast

Send us Fan Mail In this conversation, Rachel Kushner and Candice Hyslip, from Tent and Table, discuss the importance of hospitality and community, particularly in the context of the Old Testament and Jewish feasts. They explore the significance of meals and tables in Scripture, and the role they play in creating safe spaces for connection and authentic conversations. Candice shares her family&apo...

Send us Fan Mail Rachel Kushner interviews Lizette Virissimo from Sweet Julian. During their conversation, Lizette explores practical ways to incorporate Old Testament lessons and stories into daily life. Tips include suggesting using Bible movies, engaging in hands-on activities, and utilizing homeschool printables as teaching tools. The limited resources for a Messianic perspective are highlight...

Send us Fan Mail In this conversation, Rachel Kushner interviews Ron and Matt Davis from The Jewish Road . They discuss the importance of teaching children the Old Testament and Jewish feasts, as well as bridging the gap between Jewish and Christian communities. The conversation highlights the mission and goals of The Jewish Road, which aims to provide educational resources and experiences for chu...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Rachel Kushner interviews Sonia Rose Boyd, a published author, about the importance of teaching children the Old Testament and Jewish traditions. They discuss Sonia's background, her books on the feasts and celebrations, and practical ways to incorporate Old Testament lessons in a child's spiritual upbringing. Sonia emphasizes the value of concrete and a...

Send us Fan Mail In this conversation, Rachel Kushner interviews Pastor Elaine Briefman about the importance of introducing children to the Old Testament. They discuss the significance of understanding Old Testament prophecies and how they relate to Jesus. They also explore the power of Old Testament history in the context of communion. Pastor Elaine shares her personal journey of reading the Bibl...

Send us Fan Mail In this conversation, Rachel Kushner interviews Johanna, who lives in Israel and shares her experience of living in a country at war. Johanna discusses her background, including her international upbringing and how she ended up in Israel. She then describes the shift in daily life when the war began, including the constant threat of rocket attacks and the need to be prepared to go...

Send us Fan Mail In this conversation, Rachel Kushner interviews David Garrett about the importance of teaching the Old Testament and the origins of Jewish feasts and festivals. David shares his personal background and together they reminisce about when David was Rachel's boss in San Francisco thirty years ago. He explains how teaching the Old Testament provides a deeper understanding of hist...

Send us Fan Mail Janie-Sue Wertheim is the author of “The Missing Menorah,” which tells the story of Danny, a fifth grader who discovers, it takes courage and understanding who God created him to be. A writing assignment given to Danny stirs up deep questions about how his family celebrate both Christmas and Hanukkah. His classmates tease him because they don't understand the reason for both...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to part two of the Links to Messiah podcast, where faith, family, and the profound impact of the Jewish Messiah converge. Hi, I’m Rachel and was raised in a messianic Jewish home where my parents ensured that my sisters and I understood our Jewish roots and how the Old Testament all pointed directly to our Messiah, Jesus. In this episode, come along and hear how Links to M...

Send us Fan Mail Fagel Brooks is a dear family friend. She knew my parents, Herb and Sandy, when I was just a little one toddling around. Her deep knowledge of the Scriptures is impressive. Come and listen as she shares insights, fun and practical ways to impart Biblical truth to your children when they are small. Get ready to hear her stories of sharing many Passover meals with Gentile Christians...

Send us Fan Mail Janel Feldman and I raised our children together. We’ve known one another for many years. Come along and hear the sweet and “unusual” Bible stories her children requested at bedtime when they were small. We discuss various Jewish feasts, especially Sukkot and the joys of dining outdoors in a sukkah. You will find additional resources at www. LinkstoMessiah.com . Click on the “reso...

Send us Fan Mail Meet Rene Wallace, author of a series of books centered around a character named Zoe who celebrates all the Jewish feasts knowing that Jesus is the Messiah. We had not met until this fun conversation. We became fast friends as I listened to her insights into the Jewish holidays. Be sure to listen to her easy-to-understand synopsis of Hanukkah.  Rene generously offers you a discoun...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the inaugural episode of Links to Messiah, where faith, family, and the profound impact of the Jewish Messiah converge. Hi, I’m Rachel and was raised in a messianic Jewish home where my parents ensured that my sisters and I understood our Jewish roots and how the Old Testament all pointed directly to our Messiah, Jesus. In this podcast, we will discuss the importance of...