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Is gender merely a matter of human physiology? Or is it something much deeper? In this discussion, we explore how the paradox of gender is an expression of God's own personality and how women give men a reason to be men! We also discuss why the word 'laughter' is used in the Torah to describe physical intimacy. We hope you enjoy this Bread Crumb and find the topic as fascinating as...

God commands us to be holy because He is holy. "Holy" means 'set apart,' but exactly how set apart are we supposed to be? Is it possible to be too distant from the world's culture? And is it possible to be too close? Should we look, talk, and behave like the current culture to reach it with the truth? Or should we isolate ourselves in a cave or a monastery? How do we negot...

This is the second of four psalms wherein David expresses his deep depression, grief, and suffering. He tried not talking, but that gave him no peace. He tried calling out, but nothing happened. Then he demanded to know how much longer he had to suffer, but God was silent. If this is all there is left, then why not just take me now?!  But still ... God is incommunicado. Does this sound familiar? H...

Psalms 37-41 are sometimes called David's "Job" moment as he suffered at God's hand. This psalm, along with the next three, provide a window into suffering, pain, doubt, and depression. It poignantly describes the believer in God who is suffering under God's silence. Though a surface reading of Psalm 37 can be depressing, a deeper reading provides great comfort and hope in...

Paul describes three kinds of believers: the fleshly believer, the soulish believer, and the spiritual believer. Which one are you? Which one do you want to be? And how do you get there? In this teaching, we look at the scriptural principles that will help us to become the people God wants us to be. For more teachings by Grant Luton (and to print the notes), visit our website: https://www. TorahTo...

It has been said that we are not human beings on a spiritual journey, but spiritual beings on a human journey. The Scriptures speak often about the human soul and the human spirit. In fact, Hebrew 4:12 states, "For the Word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit …" Why is it important for this division to occur? What...

This four-part series covers one of the last understood topics in the Bible. Though the Scriptures discuss the body, soul, and spirit in detail, it is rarely taught upon in most faith communities. The concepts presented here are foundational for a clear understanding of God's work of salvation and restoration of the human being. (The material presented here grew out of a series of teachings f...

Join Grant and Robin for the third installment of their new series "Bread Crumbs". In this series, we explore and discuss a variety of biblical issues that arise during our personal studies and conversations. For more teachings by Grant Luton (and to print the notes), visit our website: https://www. TorahTodayMinistries.org And when you visit, be sure to subscribe to our bi-weekly newsle...

This four-part series covers one of the last understood topics in the Bible. Though the Scriptures discuss the body, soul, and spirit in detail, it is rarely taught upon in most faith communities. The concepts presented here are foundational for a clear understanding of God's work of salvation and restoration of the human being. (The material presented here grew out of a series of teachings f...

What did Yeshua mean when He said that the meek "shall inherit the earth"? He must have been thinking about this psalm since that phrase is used here five times! We also learn what it means to shepherd out faith as we also encounter an [almost] untranslatable word. This psalm provides great comfort when it appears that the wicked are winning and the righteous are losing. Throughout this...

In this episode of Bread Crumbs, we continue our discussion "This Is About That" by looking at Jacob's ladder, Rebekah's twins, and the word "word" and how reading itself is a spiritual pursuit. For more teachings by Grant Luton (and to print the notes), visit our website: https://www. TorahTodayMinistries.org And when you visit, be sure to subscribe to our bi-weekly...

At the end of Galatians 4, Paul shares an allegory about two mountains, two mothers, two sons, and two covenants. This allegory, which Paul intended to bring clarity to his readers, has been a source of confusion for centuries! What is Paul actually trying to say? In this discussion, we take this passage verse by verse and discover that it is not confusing after all. For more teachings by Grant Lu...

In this psalm, we hear two voices: the voice of evil itself inside the human being, and the voice of the spirit within each person. These two voices offer opposing counsel: one urges us to do what is right in our own eyes - "do things your way" - and the other, to do what is right in God's eyes. This psalm describes the two opposing forces at work in the world today and provides sou...

In this first episode of our new series, we discuss one of the most fundamental principles for unlocking God's Word, namely opening up the myriad word pictures and object lessons through which God grants us spiritual understanding. This is the first of (at least) two parts on this subject, and we look at such things as trees, bread, human physiology, the sun and moon, and a few other examples...

I began the study of this psalm the morning that Hamas began their attack on innocent Israeli civilians. I did not realize then that this psalm perfectly describes Israel's enemies and even identifies Hamas by name! Psalm 35 serves as a timely prayer for the people of Israel. For more teachings by Grant Luton (and to print the notes), visit our website: https://www. TorahTodayMinistries.org A...

What did Paul mean when he said that we were under a "child minder" or "guardian" until faith came? And what does the phrase "under the Law" mean? Now that we are not "under the Law", are we excused from obeying it? If I am led by the spirit, do I need to pay attention to and obey the Torah? This key section of Galatians found in 3:23 to 4:8 answers these qu...

How could God bless David for acting like a mad man?! And how do we, as mere human beings, "bless God"? We also discuss why this acrostic psalm skips a letter of the alphabet, and what it means to fear God. This amazing psalm is packed with beauty and precious insights. For more teachings by Grant Luton (and to print the notes), visit our website: https://www. TorahTodayMinistries.org An...

In this episode of Be Our Guest, Robin interviews a dear friend (and one of our spiritual heroes) Kim House. Kim's story is one that could have been a tragedy, but through wise and godly choices Kim's story is one of beauty and victory. A single mother of six children, Kim is a true woman of valor. Prepare to be inspired and encouraged by this brave woman's story of faith. You can r...

In this final Parsing the Portion discussion, we do a brief comparison between Jacob's blessings of his 12 sons at the end of his life and Moses' blessing of the 12 tribes here at the end of his life. We learn about the ancient concept of the Torah being "black fire on white fire" and how the unrolling of the scroll is a picture of spiritual growth. Finally, we discuss how Josh...

In this episode of Be Our Guest , I interview my good friend Wally Collingwood, who has one of the most amazing (even bizarre!) life stories of anyone I have ever known. Wally's story includes time in the U.S. Air Force, experiences with the occult, incarceration in the Mansfield Reformatory (of Shawshank Redemption fame), supernatural deliverance, and decades of service in building God'...

In this third discussion of key concepts in Galatians, we consider the Torah's two primary roles (plus a third role that you may find surprising!). We will also gain a clearing understanding of the relationship between "law and grace", i.e. walking in obedience to the Torah versus walking in the spirit. For more teachings by Grant Luton (and to print the notes), visit our website: h...

This one-chapter Torah portion contains the Song of Moses. We discuss the similarities and differences between the Song of the Sea (Exodus 15) and the Song of Moses, which was composed forty years later. Then, we discuss why the Song of Moses is not sung until near the end of the Bible in Revelation 15. Why is this song not sung before then? And what is the Song of the Lamb? And why are these two...

In this discussion, Kamal and Grant discuss: What is the primary theme that God conveys through His word? What is the purpose of our relationship with God? How do you define intimacy with God? Why do some people pretend to have a relationship with God? What are the hallmarks of a false relationship with Go? How do we move on from a list of dos and don'ts to having a genuine, pure relationship...

With its many musical expressions, this beautiful psalm of praise is the perfect capstone to the series concerning Yeshua's sufferings on the cross. In this study, we will define what praise is biblically. We will also look into the terms righteousness and justice , which are, after all, the foundation of God's throne (Psalm 89:14). Then we close the psalm's use of five expressions...

In this discussion, Grant and Kamal talk about: What is wisdom? What is understanding? What is counsel? What is spiritual power? What is knowledge? What is fear? What is faith? What is hope? What is love? For more teachings by Grant Luton (and to print the notes), visit our website: https://www. TorahTodayMinistries.org And when you visit, be sure to subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter, which wi...