Five years after leaving Roman Catholicism, Michael David Gonzales found himself a pastor at a Messianic Congregation. On this podcast, Michael talks about his Messianic journey and where he is in his walk today. If you are new to the Messianic Movement, or you want to hear a different Christian perspective, or if you're just curious about the Messianic and Hebrew Roots Movements, this podcast is for you.
A Sabbath Sermon on Torah Portion Noach (Noah) found in the traditional one year Torah Reading Schedule. In this message, Michael David Gonzales looks at Genesis 9.18-10.32 where he makes more connections between “the Fall” of Adam and the life of Noah. He also pulls out principles from this story that we can apply to our lives.
A Sabbath Sermon on Torah Portion Noach (Noah) found in the traditional one year Torah Reading Schedule. In this message, Michael David Gonzales discusses Genesis 8.15-9.17 and the covenant that God makes with Noah, which is actually a covenant for all mankind which is still in effect today.
A Sabbath Sermon on Torah Portion Noach (Noah) found in the traditional one year Torah Reading Schedule. In this message, Michael David Gonzales looks at Genesis 8.1-14 and compares the imagery of the Raven and the Dove with the dual nature of man, the flesh and the spirit. He then examines the fruits of the flesh and the spirit found in Galatians 5.
A Sabbath Sermon on Torah Portion Noach (Noah) found in the traditional one year Torah Reading Schedule. In this message, Michael David Gonzales goes through Genesis 6.8-7.24 and focuses on the favor that Noah had in the eyes of God. What did he do to earn this favor? And how can we find favor in God's eyes?
A Sabbath Sermon on Torah Portion Bereshit (in the beginning) found in the traditional one year Torah Reading Schedule. In this message, Michael David Gonzales looks at Genesis 4.15-6.9 and makes a comparison of the generations of Adam through Cain and Seth, and discusses what it means to walk with God.
A Sabbath Sermon on Torah Portion Bereshit (in the beginning) found in the traditional one year Torah Reading Schedule. In this message, Michael David Gonzales looks at Genesis 4.1-26 and the first sin recorded following the fall which is rooted in anger.
A Sabbath Sermon by Michael David Gonzales on Shabbat Chanukah, the Sabbath which falls within the eight days of Chanukah, the Feast of Dedication. In this message, Michael compares Solomon's dedication of the first temple with the Maccabee's re-dedication of the defiled temple. He then discusses the similarities of re-dedication and repentance, or teshuvah.
A Sabbath Sermon on Torah Portion Bereshit (in the beginning) found in the traditional one year Torah Reading Schedule. In this message, Michael David Gonzales looks at Genesis 2.4-3.24 and the destruction of the relationship between God and man.
A Sabbath Sermon by Michael David Gonzales on The Beatitudes found in Matthew 5. In this sermon, Michael gives an introduction to the first teachings of Messiah Yeshua found in the Gospel of Matthew.
A Sabbath Sermon on Torah Portion Bereshit (in the beginning) found in the traditional one year Torah Reading Schedule. In this message, Michael David Gonzales discusses the purpose of the book and then briefly covers creation account in Genesis 1.1-2.3. He also discusses the first family and their responsibility to God.
Week 18 – A teaching on Matthew 5.5 by Michael David Gonzales. This discussion took place at the SW Lakewood Neighborhood Bible Study, in Lakewood, Washington.
Week 15 – A teaching on Matthew 5.1-4 by Michael David Gonzales. This discussion took place at the SW Lakewood Neighborhood Bible Study, in Lakewood, Washington.
A Sabbath Sermon by Michael David Gonzales on Shabbat Sukkot, the Sabbath that falls within the week of the Feast of Booths. In this teaching, Michael looks at a theme of the Feast—the temporal aspects of our lives. He uses this theme to exhort us in prioritizing our lives for God.
In this sermon, given on the evening of Yom Kippur, Michael David Gonzales looks at the life of King Manasseh as detailed in 2 Chronicles 33. If there was salvation for someone who lived a heinous life as he did, then there is hope for others.
Week 16 – A teaching on Matthew 4.23-25 by Michael David Gonzales. This discussion took place at the SW Lakewood Neighborhood Bible Study, in Lakewood, Washington.
A discussion on Yom Teruah, the Feast of Trumpets, led by Michael David Gonzales. In this teaching, Michael reviews a variety of Scripture passages that help us understand this curious Biblical Festival and its meaning. (Poor Quality Recording)
A Sabbath Sermon on Torah Portion Ki Tavo (when you enter in) found in the traditional one year Torah Reading Schedule. In this message, Michael David Gonzales discusses Israel's responsibility of obeying the Law of God as His covenant people. They are to serve Him with joy and a glad heart. This sermon sparked some good discussion.
Week 15 – A teaching on Matthew 4.12-22 by Michael David Gonzales. This discussion took place at the SW Lakewood Neighborhood Bible Study, in Lakewood, Washington.
A Sabbath Sermon on Torah Portion Shof'tim (judges) found in the traditional one year Torah Reading Schedule. In this message, Michael looks at Deuteronomy 17.14-20 and the laws about setting a king over the people of Israel. He takes a quick survey of Israel's past kings, and finally he looks at the true, perfect King of Israel, Yeshua the Messiah.
Week 14 – A teaching on Matthew 4.1-11 by Michael David Gonzales. This discussion took place at the SW Lakewood Neighborhood Bible Study, in Lakewood, Washington.
Week 13 – A teaching on Matthew 3:13-17 by Michael David Gonzales. This discussion took place at the SW Lakewood Neighborhood Bible Study, in Lakewood, Washington.
A Sabbath Sermon on Torah Portion Ekev (because) found in the traditional one year Torah Reading Schedule. In this message, Michael looks at Deuteronomy 6.1-11.32 which, he argues, is a detailed view of the first commandment—You shall love The LORD your God.
Week 12 – A teaching on Matthew 3:4-12 by Michael David Gonzales. This discussion took place at the SW Lakewood Neighborhood Bible Study, in Lakewood, Washington.
Week 11 – A teaching on Matthew 3:3 by Michael David Gonzales. This discussion took place at the SW Lakewood Neighborhood Bible Study, in Lakewood, Washington.
A Sabbath Sermon on Torah Portion Devarim (Words) found in the traditional one year Torah Reading Schedule. In this message, Michael David Gonzales explain why this week's Sabbath is called The Sabbath of Vision. He makes a connection with the Torah and Prophets readings, found in Deuteronomy 1-3.22 and Isaiah 1.1-27, and then he makes application for Christians today.
A Sabbath Sermon on Numbers 31 by Michael David Gonzales taken from Torah Portion Matot (tribes) found in the traditional one year Torah Reading Schedule. In this sermon, Michael gives an overview of the highlights of the battle Israel had with Midian and the outcome. What can we, as believers, learn about this passage and how can we understand the killing of women and children which was commanded by God?
Week 10 – A teaching on Matthew 3:1-2 by Michael David Gonzales. This discussion took place at the SW Lakewood Neighborhood Bible Study, in Lakewood, Washington.
A Sabbath Sermon on Numbers 20.1-13 by Michael David Gonzales taken from Torah Portion Chukat (ordinance of) found in the traditional one year Torah Reading Schedule. In this sermon, Michael looks at another instance where there is no water and the people quarrel against God. How can we avoid being negative in the face of adversity? Michael looks to other Biblical passages for the answer.
Week 9 – A teaching on Matthew 3:1-6 by Michael David Gonzales. This discussion took place at the SW Lakewood Neighborhood Bible Study, in Lakewood, Washington.
Week 8 – A teaching on Matthew 2:13-23 by Michael David Gonzales. This discussion took place at the SW Lakewood Neighborhood Bible Study, in Lakewood, Washington.
A Sabbath Sermon on Numbers 13.1-14.10 by Michael David Gonzales taken from Torah Portion Sh'lach l'cha (send for yourself) found in the traditional one year Torah Reading Schedule. In this sermon, Michael looks at the report given by the 12 spies and the response of the people. Trusting that God is with us, we can accomplish tasks that seem impossible to us.
Week 7 – A teaching on Matthew 2:13-18 by Michael David Gonzales. This discussion took place at the SW Lakewood Neighborhood Bible Study, in Lakewood, Washington.
A Sabbath Sermon on Numbers 5.1-10 by Michael David Gonzales taken from Torah Portion Naso (Elevate) found in the traditional one year Torah Reading Schedule. In this teaching Michael briefly looks at the issues of defilement in the camp and crimes committed within the people of Israel. This passage takes place just after the tribes are organized and just before they set off on their journey through the wilderness toward the Promised Land.
Week 6 – A teaching on Matthew 2:1-12 by Michael David Gonzales. This discussion took place at the SW Lakewood Neighborhood Bible Study, in Lakewood, Washington.
Week 5 — A teaching on Matthew 2:1-12 by Michael David Gonzales. This discussion took place at the SW Lakewood Neighborhood Bible Study, in Lakewood, Washington.
A Sabbath Sermon by Michael David Gonzales on the 41st Day of the Omer, which is Ascension Day. This sermon was given in preparation for the upcoming festival of Shavuot (Pentecost). In this teaching Michael briefly looks at the Ascension of Yeshua and its importance to His mission here on Earth and its significance to His disciples.
Week 4 – A teaching on Matthew 1:18-25 by Michael David Gonzales. This discussion took place at the SW Lakewood Neighborhood Bible Study, in Lakewood, Washington.
Week 3 – A teaching on Matthew 1:16-25 by Michael David Gonzales. This discussion took place at the SW Lakewood Neighborhood Bible Study, in Lakewood, Washington.
Week 2 - A teaching on Matthew 1:1-16 by Michael David Gonzales. This discussion took place at the SW Lakewood Neighborhood Bible Study, in Lakewood, Washington.
Week 1 – An Introduction to the Gospel of Matthew and a look at Matthew 1:1-16 by Michael David Gonzales. This discussion took place at the SW Lakewood Neighborhood Bible Study, in Lakewood, Washington.
A Sabbath Sermon on the date of Chag Shavuot, the Feast Weeks by Michael David Gonzales. In this sermon Michael looks at the two prominent methods of reckoning the start of the 50 day period between Passover and Shavuot, known as the counting of the omer. He attempts to defend both positions having followed them in the past. This topic always makes for a lively discussion and the community of AIM did not disappoint.
A Sabbath Sermon on Numbers 9.1-14 by Michael David Gonzales in preparation for Pesach, Passover. In this teaching Michael briefly looks at the first three Passover observances mentioned in the Bible. He shares some personal stories, makes application from the Text, and exhorts the listener to get ready for the upcoming celebration.
A Sabbath Sermon on Exodus 31.1-32.10 by Michael David Gonzales taken from Torah Portion Ki Tisa (When You Take) found in the traditional one year Torah Reading Schedule. In this teaching Michael looks at the skills given to the craftsmen in building the tabernacle and its furnishings so the people could worship of the Lord. He compares them with the gifts we are given by the Lord in order to minister to the Body and ultimately Him.
A Sabbath Sermon on Exodus 18 by Michael David Gonzales taken from Torah Portion Yitro (Jethro) found in the traditional one year Torah Reading Schedule. In this teaching Michael focuses at the relationship between Moses and his father-in-law Jethro, and "Expansion Theology" in the family and in the community.
A Sabbath Sermon on Exodus 18 by Michael David Gonzales taken from Torah Portion Yitro (Jethro) found in the traditional one year Torah Reading Schedule. In this teaching Michael focuses at the relationship between Moses and his father-in-law Jethro, and "Expansion Theology" in the family and in the community.
A Sabbath Sermon on Exodus 10 by Michael David Gonzales taken from Torah Portion Bo (Go) found in the traditional one year Torah Reading Schedule. In this teaching Michael discusses how important it is that families discuss their faith and experiences with God from generation to generation.
A Sabbath Sermon on Genesis 44 by Michael David Gonzales taken from Torah Portion Vayigash (and he drew near) found in the traditional one year Torah Reading Schedule. In this teaching Michael demonstrates how Judah is seen as a type and shadow of Yeshua, Jesus, found in the middle of the story of Joseph.
A Sabbath Sermon on Genesis 44 by Michael David Gonzales taken from Torah Portion Vayigash (and he drew near) found in the traditional one year Torah Reading Schedule. In this teaching Michael demonstrates how Judah is seen as a type and shadow of Yeshua, Jesus, found in the middle of the story of Joseph.
A Sabbath Sermon on Numbers 7.10-17, 84-88 by Michael David Gonzales delivered in preparation for Chanukah, the Feast of Dedication. In this discussion Michael looks at the history of Chanukah and how this minor festival is connected to our faith as disciples of Yeshua.
A Sabbath Sermon on Genesis 25.19-34 by Michael David Gonzales taken from Torah Portion Tol'dot (generations) found in the traditional one year Torah Reading Schedule. In this message Michael looks at the dysfunction seen within the family of the patriarchs and how God's plan is not thwarted by their shortcomings.
A Sabbath Sermon about Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, (Leviticus 23.23-25) by Michael David Gonzales. In this teaching Michael contrasts a Rabbinic understanding of atonement verses a Messianic/Christian understanding of atonement through Messiah Yeshua, Christ Jesus.
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