Path To Zion Podcast

It seems that discerning Who are Yahweh's Set Apart covenant People is getting easier with each passing day. Most fall within two primary camps: A) Those embracing and admitting that we've all inherited deception and repent or B) Those digging in your heels deeper into the popular doctrines of men, unwilling to move. Do you know which path you're choosing to walk upon? Let's find out!

In this episode we discuss Paul's warning to Timothy of an age that was to come that is surely now here (2 Timothy 4). People will only want to hear a desirable word that they already agree with. They will turn away from truth. They will turn towards myths and fables. So could this be us? Could we be the ones that this was prophesied of? How do we be sure that we are pursuing truth and not merely perpetuating man-made traditions and myths? Let's find out!

What motivates us to live the way that we intentionally choose to? Is it really foundational biblical commands and counsel or merely religious traditions? It would be beneficial for us to establish the difference. Do you live to bring glory to the Name of the Most High? Let's find out!

Messiah told us that the way that leads to life is narrow and constricting. Do we *really* believe that? Let's find out!

* This originally aired as a video episode on YouTube HERE. A quick talk about the principles of boundaries. Provision and care are within them. May we not be so quick to bust through and pursue false freedom.

* This originally aired as a video episode on YouTube HERE. While many people boldly state that the "today's church" needs to be more like the "Acts church", the interaction between the Jerusalem council and the new believers, in chapter 15, seems to get overlooked. There was a time when men wanted and welcomed counsel. I will present that we return to this simple, yet often difficult, biblical principle. Do you want counsel? I do! Let's find out!   14:00 Pivot Point Video on YouTube 19:00 Start Somewhere (Shuv) Video on YouTube

Many Believers are beginning to ask, "how in the world did Christianity get here?" Well, I believe that there is an answer, but we must go way back to the immediate generations that followed Messiah's earthly exit. In this episode I'll promote a question for your consideration: What if the Body of Messiah is so grossly disconnected from what It was intended to be because the fruit that is growing on the tree of Constantine's efforts is now coming into maturity? Do you know of the historical shift of removing all that was errantly labeled the "Jewishness" of the faith? Would you consider that this is possibly why Christianity looks like it does today? Let's find out!

* This originally aired as a video episode on YouTube HERE. According to the Bible, not Jewish or Christian tradition, whose Passover is It? Most importantly, who is It to be observed and memorialized for? In this episode, we'll allow the Word to answer these two simple questions. If you find that the Bible gives different answers than you have previously believed, what will you do? Let's find out!

* This originally aired as a video episode on YouTube HERE. Have you inherited the belief that Passover was a custom for another people group that you are not? Have you been told that it was their possession? Have you been told that Messiah fulfilled it all so now we've moved past such observances and given the freedom to create our own? Part 1 will use the Word to begin answering our three primary questions. (See playlist description.) Do you know why the Bible states that the Most High's Set Apart People are to be observing the Passover today? Let's find out!

This is a very short audio episode discussing the simple fact that throughout the Bible, Yahweh is referred to as a dwelling. His Name is a fortress. He is a strong tower. He is safety and covering.  The Most High is holy. There is none like Him. And a house is a sacred space.

In this age, accolades abound for all manner of things. But what if what we learn, even things that we may be rewarded for knowing, is not truth according to the Scriptures? This short story will challenge us all to properly embrace truth and abandon the patterns of this world. Do you ride the current of conformity or do you filter all things through the Word and make sure that what you're adding to your life is not useless knowledge? Let's find out! Acoustic Guitar 1 by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Artist: http://audionautix.com/

Many times, if we're honest, we easily recognize seasons in the natural yet are guilty of overlooking the natural progression of seasons in our spiritual lives. This 8-minute episode is a very brief encouragement to whoever might need it. Let us endure well and always remember, our Father is a Redeemer of all things.

* This originally aired as a video episode on YouTube HERE. The Seed of Abraham & Yahweh's Great Name Without a proper understanding of covenant, one's foundation will be deficient and incapable of remaining. In this concluding part we'll examine the importance of understanding the promise made to Abraham and the purpose of it all - to produce a covenant People that bring glory to the Most High's great Name. Do you know of this? Let's find out!

* This originally aired as a video episode on YouTube HERE. Many biblical themes run all throughout the Scriptures. The theme of covenant is a frequent one. We see this with the account of David and Jonathan's son, Mephibosheth. Here we see that covenant blessings are beyond us and nothing that we earn. However, the invitation should call us to respond and humble ourselves before the covenant-keeping Creator. Do you know about this? Let's find out.

* This originally aired as a video episode on YouTube HERE. If we cling to the truth of the Bible, we see that there are those who the Most High does and does NOT hear. This episode goes through 11 different texts to show us a clear pattern that should move us to be assured that we have entered covenant, so that our prayers ascend up to the Most High. Are you familiar with this? Let's find out!

* This originally aired as a video episode on YouTube HERE. The crying out for help (shavah) that the Hebrews did while in captivity was only one part of the entire event, that was their deliverance. Their cry merely caused the Most High to remember His covenant with their forefathers. Here we see a biblical pattern that runs through the entire Word, from beginning to end. Although we live in an age where everything is about an "individual/personal salvation", the Bible reveals something much different. A heritage. A legacy. A covenant that is bigger than us all. Do you know of this? Let's find out!

* This originally aired as a video episode on YouTube HERE. In this episode we'll examine the Hebrew word "shavah" which means "a cry for help." This word appears in our primary text (Exodus 2) and is an integral part of why Yahweh was moved to act on behalf of His covenant People. Did the people remember Yahweh's promise to Abram all the way back in Genesis 15? Does this biblical pattern of "crying out for help" matter to us today? Let's find out!

* This originally aired as a video episode on YouTube HERE. It's time to begin setting the stage for this 6-part video series. We'll start by discussing our primary text - Exodus 2:23-25. Within these three verses are found many important keys that will open the door for us to look into the wonderful gift of covenant. Are you in covenant with the Most High? Let's find out!

* This originally aired as a video episode on YouTube HERE. A brief look into the upcoming 6-part series that examines the wonderful blessing of entering into the ancient covenant that Yahweh extended to man.

Inter-faith prayer services. Inauguration celebrations. All manner of individuals together celebrating a victory. Is a unification of all religions, cultures and beliefs right around the corner? Let's find out! ** BE SURE TO WATCH THIS VIDEO FOR THE REAL HISTORY OF THE FOUNDING OF THIS NATION ** https://youtu.be/Nk8mQwnN91g?si=NQ1iJ07TiIwQK3zu

Questioning Christian-American politics is always a no-fly zone, but why? What if by ignoring tough questions, the masses are being led astray with the entire world by a movement that has been formulated to manipulate them? This is a molecular attempt to spark thoughts and questions. Why? For the hope that at least one will awaken, shake off the deception and come out into true freedom. Have we all been deceived? Let's find out! ** BE SURE TO WATCH THIS VIDEO FOR THE REAL HISTORY OF THE FOUNDING OF THIS NATION ** https://youtu.be/Nk8mQwnN91g?si=NQ1iJ07TiIwQK3zu

Using the news of the recent hostage releases as our platform, we will ask - Have we been duped to believe everything that we're told? Are we lacking patience and discernment when we are fed information? How do we respond when information crosses the desk of our consideration? The Word tells us that "the whole world lies in the power of the evil one." What side are you on and how does one even know? Let's find out!

After reading some writings of Josephus that explain the historical records of the end of Moses' life, I was compelled to record a challenge to all of us. Seeing how the Israelites grieved over how they had treated Moses can teach us some wonderful lessons, if we allow it. Do you purposely walk in an awareness of honoring and respecting Yahweh and others today? Let's find out!

* This originally aired as a video episode on YouTube HERE. This episode is primarily a biblical reminder for those who will not fall prey to the false signs and wonders that are coming. For these who stand for truth, a great persecution is coming. All cultures will unite to come against those who will stand up for the Word above all else. Just because the unified masses follow something does not make it right. The majority will hate those who oppose them and call out their false spirit - just like they hated Messiah. Only the narrow path-walking sojourners will reject this age of deception. If that's you, are you ready? Let's find out!

* This originally aired as a video episode on YouTube HERE. Here we'll use biblical texts to establish context for our subject. The biblical pattern reveals that all cultures - both religious and secular - unite to come against Father's anointed. This episode is a warning to those who side with the majority belief systems and go with cultural norms, whether religious or secular, and oppose clinging to the Word above all else. This camp will be led astray into the great deception, joining themselves to the anti-Messiah spirit. All is unifying together to make war with Yahweh's People. Are you one who takes the time to discern the spirits or do you run after every "move of God" that blows through? Are you *really* ready to count the cost to come out and be separate? Let's find out!

* This originally aired as a video episode on YouTube HERE. In this introduction episode we'll lay a basic groundwork for biblically-defined false signs, wonders and miracles. False ones will possess certain attributes that we must be alert to, to avoid being deceived in days to come. A false spirit is now here and will increase activity amongst the Body. Myriads of people will be led astray. Are you ready? Let's find out!

* This originally aired as a video episode on YouTube HERE. In the New Testament we're told of an age that will come when people will turn away from hearing the truth and wander off. And what will these wander off unto? Myths. Myths come in all types of flavors and offerings. How do we know that we're not found in this group of people who have forsaken truth and wandered off into traditions and myths instead? The Bible clearly tells us what is truth! Let's find out what it is!

The Bible clearly tells us when the new year begins... and it is most assuredly not January. So, why do the masses, that claim to walk in Father's ways, celebrate according to the ways of the nations? Let's find out!

* This originally aired as a video episode on YouTube HERE. In Deuteronomy 18, Yahweh instructs the people to "be blameless/perfect before [Him.] Did He call and require men to walk in a way that they were incapable of? Much later, in Luke chapter 1, two individuals are deemed to be "walking blamelessly in all the commandments and requirements of the Master." In a religious dispensation that declares works are filthy rags and no man can be good apart from Messiah, what do we do with these many Scriptures that speak of men who were upright, just and "perfect?" Do you know what it means to be "tamim" (just and upright) in Father's sight? Let's find out!

* This originally aired as a video episode on YouTube HERE. Although entire religious and secular worlds have equally embraced the Christmas holiday, what about those who desire to cling to the Creators Ways, above all else? Do we follow the crowd and continue on with the traditions of man-made celebrations (like Christmas and Easter) in order to fit in? Do we begin to follow traditions of Judaism instead? If not, what then? Is there something else? Yes! Yahweh's Holy Days that He gave as a wonderful gift to men so many years ago. Father's appointed, set apart times are when His set apart People are to forever remember all that He's done, is doing now and will do in a coming day. Do you know this? Let's find out!

* This originally aired as a video episode on YouTube HERE. We've discussed a lot in this series, haven't we? If Messiah did not come to override and replace His Father's perfect Law, in order to "set men free" then why did He come? Did He come to earth in order to remove "a burdensome yoke" of His Father or to tear down the religious laws of the non-believing leaders of His day that had weighed down the people? Let's wrap things up and find out!

* This originally aired as a video episode on YouTube HERE. When we read the Greek wording for "break" in today's text, we find that Messiah "loosened" the Sabbath. In this episode we will explore the idea that what Messiah "loosened" was the talmudic laws and traditions of men that had been heavy burdens placed upon men, not His Father's Sabbath laws which were always a wonderful gift to men. The only Sabbath laws that He superseded and "broke" were those of the non-believing leaders. He was returning the Sabbath to what It was intended - for good! Sabbath was, and is today, the *perfect* time to heal a crippled man and set Him free! Did you know that Messiah never "broke" the Sabbath of His Father? If He did, wouldn't He be a transgressor of the Fourth Commandment? Let's look into the Word and find out!

* This originally aired as a video episode on YouTube HERE. Here we'll discuss the fact that the non-believing Pharisees were not guilty of upholding the Torah commands of Yahweh and thereby refuting the works of Messiah, but rather they had exalted their own talmudic traditions over Yahweh's Ways and had set up traditions that had become burdensome. An honest study quickly reveals that the Scriptures teach us that the Creator's Laws are good. We are not to ADD TO (non-believing Pharisees) nor TAKE AWAY FROM (Christians) His commands. Most of us must repent from living on our side of this transgression. Can you consider a hard suggestion as we explore John chapter 5 together? Let's find out!

* This originally aired as a video episode on YouTube HERE. While popular teaching tells us that the non-believing religious leaders of Messiah's day "missed" Him because they clung too tightly to the Old Covenant, what does the Word say was the reason? When we read the Gospels and see the common phrase, "it was 'unlawful' for them to do that on the Sabbath" we must be responsible students of the Word and ask, "according to what 'law'?" Most importantly, what did Messiah Himself say was the reason that they could not receive Him? Do you know? Let's find out!

* This originally aired as a video episode on YouTube HERE. The new series gets underway examining the scene in John 5. What do we do with verses that were not in the original text and tend to influence our understanding? What was *really* happening at this Pool of Bethesda? One thing is sure, Messiah made it clear that He possessed the power to heal and restore. The backdrop will be set to properly launch us into exploring John chapter 5, in a brand-new, 5-part series. Are you ready? Let's find out!

* This originally aired as a video episode on YouTube HERE. Wondering where in the world I've been? Well, here you go.

* This originally aired as a video episode on YouTube HERE. Sometimes it's best to just quietly deny what we're told to do.

* This originally aired as a video episode on YouTube HERE. While media, sermons and bumper sticker slogans want to always tell us that "things are always about to get better", we're going to ask, "Well... what if they don't?" In fact, what if they get worse? This is not merely pessimism, it is real life. Are we postured in our innermost places to endure and to endure well? We will not know until we are tested. The masses in this nation have been lulled into false comforts and indulgences. Rescue and deliverance will be offered by men who say they're ready to help, yet we must be a discerning people who know what is true. The message of "peace and safety" will go out. What will we do? Now is the time to prepare our hearts.

The Book of Jude is surely brief, but as much as it's short, it's packed with warnings and insight into an age that seems quite familiar. Yes, let us talk about the wonderful salvation of Yahweh, that comes through His Son! And let us also be sure to readily discuss other pressing matters that need to be addressed. Are you awake and alert of the goings on of this age, especially in regards to those who have "crept in unnoticed?" Let's find out!

When I think of righteous men like Noah, Moses, Abraham and David, I long to be associated with such men. The biblical records of men of old, whose hearts were completely Yahweh's, motivate me to be a man of faith and works. A heart that is completely Yahweh's is one that is postured to be strengthened in order to accomplish all that we are here to do. Are you ready to have a heart that is completely His? Let's find out!

Although many Believers will be quick to tell you that their bodies are "the temple of God Himself", I have to wonder if they really know what they're saying. In this episode we'll attempt to make sure that we have rightly studied and understand the general purpose of the tabernacle and temples of the Old Covenant *before* we assume that we know what it means to be the abode of the Most High today, in Messiah. We must realize that a temple is a holy, consecrated and set apart space. Do you understand this? Let's find out!

The broadcast of culture is demanding that you succumb to their proposed agendas that are fear-based and are instituted in order to drive the masses to anxiety. However, the Word states that we are to be anxious about NOTHING and prayerful about EVERYTHING. So what then are we to do? Exit the control that the patterns of the world demands, via their manipulation and lies. Let us become sojourners! Let us stop engaging with their plans and set our gaze upon a greater Country that is yet before us! Are you doing this? Let's find out!

In this audio-only episode we'll do a bit of commentary and examine why I think that the Christian majority are so outraged at the events of the Olympics. It may not be for the reasons that you think and will likely challenge you to take a much different look into the matter, as a whole. Would you like to peer a bit deeper into this issue with us? Let's find out?

In Proverbs chapter 1, we see one of the many references of a naive one. Biblically, the naive are ones who are easily persuaded and enticed. In this age of deception at every turn, what is one to do in order to avoid being deemed as such? As usual, there are biblical criteria that Wisdom is declaring. Do you want to know what that is? Let's find out!

* This originally aired as a video episode on YouTube HERE. If you're like I was, you may presume that the use of the words "holy convocation" in the Bible is directly referencing a gathering, an assembly or perhaps even a congregation. In the English language, you'd be right. But what if it means something much different, in the Hebrew text that it was penned in? This episode will explore finding the correct meaning and purpose of a "miqra kodesh" - a holy convocation. Do you want to make sure that you know what it means? Let's find out!

What, if any, connections can be found when we set the observance of Father's Day beside the keeping of Yahweh's Feasts? Let's find out!

* This originally aired on June 3rd as a video episode on YouTube HERE. In this episode we'll attempt to highlight some of the many connections between the giving of the Torah, in Exodus, and the events of Acts chapter 2. If we follow biblical prophecy, we see that one of the primary purposes of Holy Spirit's coming is to empower men to obey. If we unhitch the giving of the Torah from the giving of the Spirit, we come up short and miss Father's covenantal purposes. I believe that it's time we rightly understand what it means to “walk according to the Spirit.” The Feast of Shavuot is the perfect time to discuss the wondrous works that Yahweh has done to enable us to walk like His Son, Yeshua. Do you rightly understand the purpose of Holy Spirit and the endless connections that point us back to Mt. Sinai? Let's find out!

If I told my Christian friends and family that I was going to start calling the "God of the Bible" Allah, they'd write me off even more than they already have. Interestingly however, when asked why they only say "God", many would also say that His Name just doesn't really matter. After all, "He knows Who I'm talking to", right? So which is it? Does His Name matter or not? This brief episode challenges us to remember that Yahweh's great Name is a reminder that He wants us to intimately know Him, and address Him specifically. Do you declare His mighty Name? Let's find out!