MNC Fellowship

A look at Apostle Peter’s statement about what salvation in the name of Yeshua meant in its first-century, apostolic context.

I cover two more points about redeeming a firstborn son and then I give seven points of review concerning what we’ve covered on these commandments.

A detailed look at Numbers 18’s laws about first-fruits and firstborns as we ask the question of what to do today when it comes to obeying these commandments.

The Apostle Peter tells the Jewish leaders that Yeshua of Nazareth is the stone set aside by the builders, but where did he get that from? Listen to learn about how David, Yeshua’s ancestor, plays a part in this statement by Peter.

There will always be scoffers, but don’t scoff back - just counter it with gentleness and respect.

The apostles have been placed in prison and are now brought before a court and put on trial, all for healing a lame man at the Temple. How does Peter handle himself before the Jewish leaders?

This lesson looks intently at the groups mentioned in Acts 4:1, taking the deepest look at the Sadducees. If we do not understand the “who” in Scripture, we will not be able to determine the proper meaning of a text.

If the Israelites were required to give their firstborn animals to Yahweh, was it the firstborn from the father or mother? I cover a good bit of detail in answering this question as well as talking about taking your time in Bible study and not being so harsh with people when witnessing to them about the truth.

I begin looking at bringing first-fruits and firstborns to the Almighty. What’s the principle behind this? How was this done with an unclean animal? Were the Israelites ever required to sacrifice their first-born sons? Listen to learn of the blessing that comes by obeying the Creator.

Blasphemy can be committed by either disrespecting the Almighty or disrespecting the men He has placed in charge of His people on the earth. Authority can be abused though, so leaders ought to lead in the manner prescribed in Holy Scripture.

An introduction to Acts 4 that delves into persecution and suffering in the early, Messianic assembly. How does this relate to us in the modern age?

After the last lesson, considering all the people in the Bible who were called righteous because of their deeds, what does the prophet Isaiah mean when he says our righteousnesses are as filthy rags? I also look at the famous Romans 3 passage and consider why the text says no one is righteous.

There’s a pretty common understanding in Christianity that all of our good deeds are filthy rags. This lesson looks at several Scriptures showing that when we do good works from a genuine heart Yahweh considers us as righteous before Him.

With the practice of loaning money and not charging interest comes the practice of collateral. There are certain items that are allowed to be taken as a pledge, and certain items disallowed. The main point is that even when a person is poor or fallen on hard times, their dignity should remain in tact, and those of us with more at that time are responsible to help with that.

This lesson focuses in on taking care of the poor in our communities as well as some on financial stability and prosperity.

This is the final sermon covering Acts 3 focusing on the Israelites being the specific people Yeshua of Nazareth was sent to. Seven key/main points are covered that overview the entire chapter. 

In this final installment of the “Shema” series I talk about the correlation between Deuteronomy 6 and Revelation 13. Whose mark are you marked with?

Those in the “Torah Community” are almost always familiar with the tassels (Hebrew, tzitzit), but not many are familiar with the phylacteries (also called tefillin). What are they, what are they based upon (in Scripture) and should we wear them? This lesson tackles all of that and looks at some archeological evidence towards the end.

A very practical lesson for soon to be parents or parents of younger children. If you diligently and consistently put these principles to practice, in 5-10-15 years you will be oh so thankful.

A friend of mine got in touch with me (Matthew Janzen) about doing an interview for one of his college courses. He asked me various questions about being a pastor and the particular religious persuasion of our congregation. I hope it’s all a blessing to you.

A look at how the Torah - Yahweh’s instructions - can be in a person’s heart today, as well as back at the time of prophet Moshe. I also begin talking about the importance of a parent teaching their children the commandments from an early age.

What does it mean to love Yahweh with all your heart, soul, and strength? What is love? This is really an elementary sermon, but it has huge implications for your life.

The Shema teaches us to have sole loyalty to Yahweh; He alone must be our Mighty One, but is Yahweh really one all by Himself? What does the word echad mean? Does Deuteronomy 6:4 somehow teach the tri-unity of God?

The Shema is not about “the Lord;” that’s too generic. Instead, there is a proper Name embedded therein, and it’s important that we speak this Name in our worship and service to the Creator. He wants to be called Yahweh. Towards the end of the lesson I give a brief overview of the varying pronunciations of the Divine Name.

This begins a series of lessons walking through Deuteronomy 6:4-9 (and its parallel in Mark 12:28-34). The focus here is on the first, Hebrew word in the text. I encourage all of us to genuinely listen to Yahweh as we read and study His word. This is where it all begins.