Welcome to the podcast of Shema Yisrael in Rochester, NY. We are a Messianic Jewish Congregation that loves Yeshua. The following are a list of the teachings that have been brought to the congregation during our weekly services at 10 a.m. If you happen to be in the area you should look us up.
Did Yeshua deal with the connection between sin and disease? What did He say would happen if a person whom He healed of a disease caused by sin continued in that sin? What has God given us to enable us to deal with the temptations to sin all around us? What is G-d's glory and how did Yeshua reveal G-d's glory? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on April 29, 2023, the 8th day of Iyar, 5783. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.orgTo listen to the audio file CLICK HERETo watch this video on YouTube CLICK HERE
The broken heart... What is it? How does it happen? What are the effects? Can it be healed? AND DO I HAVE ONE? In looking back at my own journey and hearing the journeys of thousands of others, I have come to the conclusion that many people are indeed dealing with a broken heart day in and day out and don't even know it. How can so many be dealing with the effects of a broken heart and not even know it? Well, I don't think I have the complete answer, but I do think I know a big component. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at https://www.shemayisrael.org.To listen to this in audio CLICK HERETo watch this video CLICK HERE
Do you need healing from a chronic, incurable disease? Have you tried doctors, medications, natural remedies, and chiropractors and still not been healed? Did you know the Bible says there are spiritual causes or roots of many incurable diseases? Are you aware this Biblical understanding has been used to bring healing to thousands and can bring healing to you too? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on April 15, 2023, the 24th day of Nissan, 5783. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at https://www.shemayisrael.orgTo listen to the audio of this teaching CLICK HERE. To watch the video of this teaching CLICK HERE.
As believers in Yeshua, we know our great hope is not founded on anything in this life, but in the first resurrection to come for all those that have repented and put their trust in Yeshua for the forgiveness of sins and the gift of eternal life. But we still struggle... We struggle with life circumstances and situations, we are still subjected to the curse of sin through Adam, and one may wonder what this hope we have for the future is able to do for us now. Join Rabbi David Levitt as he breaks down some key Scriptures written by Paul that explain how to keep the hope of the resurrection at the forefront of all we do, and how this hope will give us the ability to rise above present sufferings and trials and bring newness and healing to our bodies and relationships.To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at https://www.shemayisrael.org.To listen to the audio teaching CLICK HERETo watch the video teaching CLICK HERE
Do you know how Intentional Thinking can keep you from suffering bad consequences? Do you know why it is so important to restore broken relationships? How do broken relationships contribute to spiritual bondage? What connection is there between your treasures and the devil's foothold in your life? Watch this sermon by Pastor Tom Burgo from Saturday, March 25, 2023, the 3rd of Nissan 5783. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at https://www.shemayisrael.org.To listen to this teaching on Audio CLICK HERETo listen o this teaching on YouTube CLICK HERE
What is the spiritual meaning of the Passover tradition of Bedikat Khametz, that is, the Search for the Khametz (leaven)? Who is G-d transforming you to be like? What is G-d using to bring about your transformation? How can you participate in that transformation? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on Shabbat, March 18, 2023, the 25th of Adar, 5783.To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at https://www.shemayisrael.org. To listen to the audio teaching CLICK HERE.To watch the video on YouTube CLICK HERE.
The book of Proverbs is full of great wisdom. But, have you ever paralleled the Proverbs to any other book in the Bible? Join David Levitt as he goes through the Scriptures and shows many parallels between the book of Proverbs and the book of Esther. This sermon was taught on March 11, 2023, the 18th day of Adar 5783. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at https://www.shemayisrael.org.Click Here to listen to the audio version of this teaching. Click Here to watch this teaching on YouTube.
Why is G-d not mentioned in the Book of Esther? Why did Mordecai refuse to bow to Haman? What are the 12 other questions raised by the Book of Esther, and what are the answers to those questions? What lessons in spiritual warfare can we learn from this book? This sermon was taught on March 4, 2023, the 11th day of Adar 5783.To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at https://www.shemayisrael.org.Here is the audio teaching of Esther's Spiritual Warfare by Rabbi Jim Appel.You can also watch this on YouTube HERE.
Our youth are in trouble and the world is offering the same solutions that have not worked for decades. What is our place and our responsibility as the Body of Messiah to bring hope to this next generations. Should we sweep the problem under the rug or should we look it head on, repent of our failures, and get to work in restoring the path of life to our youth. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at https://www.shemayisrael.org.If you would like to listen to this on audio CLICK HERE.
Do you know how Yeshua interpreted the 10 Commandments? If G-d were to judge you based on whether you've kept these commandments, would you be found innocent or guilty? If you would be found guilty what would your eternal destiny be, heaven or hell? If you're not sure your eternal destiny would be heaven, and this concerns you, listen to this teaching all the way to the end to learn how you can be sure. To listen to the audio of Believing Forever sermon click here.
What is apostasy? How is it spread? What ideologies are actually apostasy in the church and in the US and Western culture? Where will this apostasy lead? How can you stand against apostasy? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on January 28, 2023, the 6th day of Shvat, 5783. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at https://shemayisrael.orgClick HERE to listen to the audio sermon For Such a Time of Apostasy Click HERE to go to the podcast of the sermon For Such a Time of Apostasy
Learn how prophecies coming to pass in the land of Israel can increase our faith for more prophecy to be fulfilled. Also, learn how David has been personally impacted. Watch this teaching taught on February 4, 2023, the 13th day of Shevat 5783. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org.To listen to the audio of the teaching Prophecy Coming to Life in the Land of Israel
Do you sometimes feel frustrated when you try to deal with the spiritual opposition you encounter? Are you able to see what G-d is doing all around you and through you? How did human interactions with the spirit world change on the day of Shavuot (Pentecost)? What does G-d require of you before He will give you the ability to see into the spirit world? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on December 31, 2022, the 7th day of Teves, 5783. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at https://shemayisrael.orgTo listen to the audio version of the sermon Opening Spiritual Eyes CLICK HERETo listen to the podcast version of the sermon Opening Spiritual Eyes CLICK HERE
Dedication from the L-rd is not just for those confidently walking with Him but also for those who have lost their way. If Yeshua was the example of what a citizen of the Kingdom should look like, are you ready to be part of that Kingdom? Watch this teaching to see why dedication and humility are inseparable virtues and how you can be part of His Kingdom. This sermon was taught on the 30th day of Kislev 5783, December 24, 2022. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at https://www.shemayisrael.org.Click HERE for the audio of the sermon Inseparable Virtues: Dedication & HumilityClick HERE for the podcast of the sermon Inseparable Virtues: Dedication & Humility
Why should Chanukah be an important holiday for all followers of Yeshua? How have the past 60 years in America been similar to the days when Israel was under the dominion of the Syrian-Greek king Antiochus Epiphanes? What Judeo-Christian values of the US, Israel, and the Western world are based on scripture? How has the attack on these values increased recently? This sermon was taught on December 17, 2022, the 23rd day of Kislev 5783. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at https://www.shemayisrael.org.CLICK HERE for the audio version of the sermon History Repeats Itself. CLICK HERE for the podcast of the sermon History Repeats Itself.
There is a draw of information everywhere we look around us that can make us afraid. How can we listen to this information and yet not be afraid? What does the Word have to say about this? Listen to this sermon from Saturday, January 21, 2023, the 28th day of Tevet 5783.For the sermon 'Let Not Your Heart Be Afraid' audio CLICK HERELink to the Podcast HERE
This sermon was taught on January 14, 2022, the 21st day of Tevet 5783. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org.To listen to the audio version of the sermon Intentional Thinking CLICK HERE.
Are you a spiritual hoarder? Do you realize that you became a new person when you choose to trust in Yeshua as your Lord? Do you understand how holding on to your old self can put you in spiritual bondage? Have you let go of your old identity and chosen to walk in your new identity in Messiah? Do you have unresolved sin that is contributing to the mind fight in you? These questions were discussed and more on December 3, 2022, the 9th day of Kislev 5783.Click here to listen to the audio of What am I holding on to? sermon.
Is temptation from G-d? Was Jesus ever tempted? Why is this important to understand for your journey as a believer? Join David Levitt as he teaches through the purpose of temptation. This sermon was given on December 10, 2022, the 16th day of Kislev 5783.To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org.To listen to the Audio of this teaching click HERE.
What are the benefits of being thankful? Do you have a purpose in life and are you thankful for having it? How can your expectations prevent you from being thankful? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on November 26, 2022, the 2nd of Kislev 5783. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org.This sermon was given on November 26, 2022, the 2 of Kislev 5783.To hear the audio of Thankful to be called click HERE.
Have you ever seen the parallels in the Old Testament of the physical tabernacle and the description in the New Testament? It is not a coincidence. Listen as Rabbi Jim expounds on this intriguing topic. Sermon taught at Congregation Shema Yisrael on November 12, 2022, the 18th of Cheshvan 5783. Link to Audio of The Prophetic Tabernacle
What does your tongue have to do with the fear of the Lord? Come and learn with Rabbi David Levitt about the three basic points of fearing the Lord. This sermon was from the service on November 5, 2022, the 11th of Cheshvan 5783. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org.Sermon Come and Learn the Fear of the Lord Audio
Sermon on October 29, 2022, the 4th of Cheshvan, 5783. What are the narrow and broad definitions of the occult? Why is God so adamant that His children stay away from the occult? What are the spiritual origins of Halloween? Who keeps Halloween as a significant spiritual holiday? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on October 29, 2022, the 4th of Cheshvan, 5783. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org.Click here to listen to the Audio of The un-Holiday
Sermon on October 22, 2022, the 27th of Tishrei 5783Simchat Torah... Literally to rejoice in the Torah. But why? It is always important to understand the reason you do something. Join Rabbi David Levitt as he teaches through part of Psalm 19 and gives us the reasons we can truly rejoice in the Torah. Perhaps there are some reasons to rejoice you have never even considered. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org.Click Here to Listen to the Audio of Reasons to Rejoice in the Torah Sermon.
What is your promised land? What 18 lessons can you learn to help you reach your promised land from the experiences of the Israelites, as they journeyed from Egypt to their promised land while living in sukkot (temporary dwellings)? What happens when you fail to learn one of the lessons G-d is teaching you on your journey? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on October 15, 2022, the 20th day of Tishrei, 5783. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.orgClick the link to listen to the Lessons from the Sukkah Dwellers service.
Why would God want the children of Israel to keep a feast for 8 days just for them to remember that their ancestors dwelt in tabernacles in the wilderness?Perhaps it is to remind us present day that we are on a journey just like they were. Join Rabbi David Levitt as he takes us on a journey through the Scriptures that we all need to understand for our eternal journey until we arrive at our destination when God makes His tabernacle with us. This sermon was recorded on October 8, 2022, on the 13th of Tishrei 5783. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org.Click the link to Listen to The Sukkot Journey sermon.
Are the Fall High Holy Days just a remembrance of the past? Maybe just something that was important to the children of Israel in the days of the Temple? Join Messianic Rabbi David Levitt as he lays out how the Fall High Holy Days / Appointed Times lay out an important blueprint to help us understand what Adonai wants us to know about the coming judgment and how we can have victory for eternity. This service was recorded on October 5, 2022, on the 10th of Tishrei 5783.To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org.To listen to this service click this link Yom Kippur: Boldness in the day of Judgement.
In the time of the Tabernacle in the Desert, Solomon's Temple and the Second Temple, what were the five steps that a person needed to take before G-d would accept an animal sacrifice for his sin? What does it mean if you use the word "but" when you apologize? Why should you repent to G-d when you have sinned against another person? Why is it harder to ask another person for forgiveness than it is to ask G-d? What does Yeshua say you should do when someone sins against you? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on October 1, 2022, the 6th day of Tishrei, 5783. To learn more visit our website at ShemaYisrael.orgClick to listen to this message about Reconciliation on Shabbat Service.
Are the Fall High Holy Days just a remembrance of the past? Maybe just something that was important to the children of Israel in the days of the Temple? Join Messianic Rabbi David Levitt as he lays out how the Fall High Holy Days / Appointed Times lay out an important blueprint to help us understand what Adonai wants us to know about the coming judgment and how we can have victory for eternity. He did this service on September 24, 2022, the 28th Elul 5782.To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our website at ShemaYisrael.orgClick here to listen to The Blueprint for Judgement Service.
How far is it from the "domain of darkness" to the "Kingdom of G-d"? What did Yeshua's sacrifice do that animal sacrifices could not do? How is it possible for the Ruakh Ha Kodesh (Holy Spirit) to dwell in you if you still have iniquity, i.e. a carnal nature? What does the B'rit Hadashah (New Covenant) promise believers who have guilty consciences? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given at our Kol Nidre (All Vows) service on October 4, 2022, the 10th day of Tishrei, 5783To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our website at ShemaYisrael.orgClick here to listen to Kol Nidre Service
Believers are usually on one end of two extremes about judgment. They either have apathy or denial that a believer will be judged or there could be an ungodly dread of judgement. In this message David will show from the Scriptures and from his own experience how to have boldness in the day of judgement and why the Body of Messiah is important to this equation. Messianic Rabbi David Levitt will impart this amazing message to you from a service on October 6, 2022, 10th day of Tishrei, 5783. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our website at ShemaYisrael.orgClick here to watch the service of Yom Kippur: Boldness in the Day of Judgement.
Do you recognize God's call on your life? How have you responded to His call? Have you considered how you receive God's call? Are you remaining in God's call? Pastor Tom Burgo will answer this and much more in his teaching on September 26, 2022, the 1st day of Tishrei 5783. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our website at ShemaYisrael.orgClick here to listen to Answering God's Call
What were the five steps a person was required to take for their sins to be atoned for by the animal sacrifices in Leviticus 1-7? Are those steps still required today for our sins to be atoned for by Yeshua's sacrifice? What are some of the reasons our own sins are hidden from us? How can our hidden sins be revealed to us? Why is it important and what does it mean to take responsibility for our sins? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching done on Erev Rosh Hashanah, September 25, 2022 the 1st day of Tishrei, 5783. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org.Click here to listen to Are our Sins Atoned For?
Why did G-d call Himself by one name to Moses and a different name to Abraham? Why, in Jewish tradition, is one of those names never spoken? What are the meanings of these two different names? What did Yeshua say was a requirement for entering the Kingdom of Heaven? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on September 17, 2022, the 21st day of Elul 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our website at ShemaYisrael.orgClick here to listen to Provider or Lord.
Do you understand how dangerous sin is? Do you know how to avoid being entrapped by sin? Do you understand how to get free from habitual sin? Do you know how to overcome the sin-confess-sin-confess cycle? Do you want to eliminate the mind fight so that you can be all that God created you to be? Pastor Tom Burgo answers all of these questions on September 10, 2022, 14th of Elul, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.orgClick here to listen to The Bondage of Sin.
Why are the genealogies of Yeshua in Mark and Luke different? How do we know Yeshua descended from Aaron as well as King David? Why does Peter call followers of Yeshua royal priests? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on September 3, 2022 the 7th of Elul 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.orgClick here to listen to Kings and Priests
Why do the Scriptures specifically say the Lord "sold" Israel when they disobeyed rather than just abandon them? What did He get for selling them? What do the redemption laws in the Torah mean for you as a new covenant believer? Rabbi David answers these questions and more in this teaching given on August 27, 2022, the 30th of Av, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org.Click here to listen to The Law of Redemption
Do you want to overcome anger? Do you understand the physical, mental and spiritual nature of anger? Do you know the difference between righteous and unrighteous anger? Do you know how to keep the devil from getting opportunities in your life because of anger? Do you want to be able to keep from being angry despite your circumstances? Do you know what unresolved anger is, and how it impacts you physically, mentally and spiritually? Messianic Pastor Tom Burgo answers these questions and more in this teaching given on August 20, 2022 the 23rd day of Av, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.orgClick here to listen to What Am I Angry About?
What does it mean that G-d's promises are irrevocable? How is the Bible like a puzzle? How is the beginning of the Messianic Movement related to the return of Jewish people to the land of Israel? How are Israeli schools working to bring peace to the Middle East? Messianic Rabbi Ron Goldberg answers these questions and more in this teaching given on August 13, 2022 the 16th day of Av, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.orgClick here to listen to Does G-d Keep His Promises?
Why have so many calamities happened to the Jewish people? Why did so many happen on the same day, Tisha B'Av (the 9th of Av)? How have the Jewish people been able to survive these many calamities? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on Tisha B'Av, the 9th of Av, August 6, 2022. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org.Click here to listen to Tisha B'Av Shabbat
Dan David in concert at Congregation Shema Yisrael in Rocheter, NY. July 30, 2022 the 2nd day of Av, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.orgClick here to listen to the Dan David Concert
Was the recent Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe vs. Wade a miraculous answer to your prayers? What happened that showed this decision was an answer to prayer? What does G-d want you to understand from what happened about the power of your prayers? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on July 23, 2022 the 24th day of Tammuz, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.orgClick here to listen to The Full Bowl
Who gave us the "Ma Toe Vu" blessing recited in synagogues? How did Balaam manage to bring a curse on the Israelites? What is the "curse of the law"? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on July 2, 2022, the 3rd day of Tammuz, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at http://www.shemayisrael.org.Click here to listen to The Rest of Balaam's Story
What is the latest on the war in Ukraine from an eye witness? How is G-d moving to help the people of Ukraine? How can you help? Pastor Pat LaBarbera answers these questions and more in this teaching given on June 18, 2022 the 19th day of Sivan, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.orgClick here to listen to Ukraine Report
Why did Isaiah call the Messiah the "root" of Jesse? What is the "rich root" of the Olive Tree in Romans 11? Why does the Bible call covetousness, idolatry and bitterness called roots? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on June 11, 2022 the 12th day of Sivan, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.orgClick here to listen to Roots
What can be an impediment to being empowered by the Ruakh Ha Kodesh (Holy Spirit)? What was the impediment in Peter's life? Why did Yeshua ask Peter if he loved Him three times? Guest speaker Rabbi Brian Samuel answers these questions and more in this teaching given on Shavuot, June 5, 2022 the 6th of Sivan, 5682. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org.Click here to listen to Shavuot Empowerment
What does it mean to be a witness? What was G-d's intent in sending the Ruakh Ha Kodesh (Holy Spirit) to dwell in His people? How does the Ruakh Ha Kodesh's interaction with people differ in the Tenakh and the B'rit Hadashah (New Covenant)? Rabbi David answers these questions and more in this teaching given on June 4, 2022 the 5th day of Sivan, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org Click here to listen to Exploring the Depth of the Ruakh Ha Kodesh
Are you driven by anything? Do you find yourself in a battle for your mind sometimes? Do you understand the nature of the mind fight? Do you know what to do when you are being driven by unwanted thoughts? Do you understand how to be victorious over the mind fight so that you can be all that God created you to be? Pastor Tom answers these questions and more in this teaching given on May 28, 2022, the 27th of Iyar, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.orgClick here to listen to What Am I Driven By?
What is the full meaning of the Hebrew word Torah? What is the spirit of license? Why did Yeshua call the Ruakh Ha Kodesh (Holy Spirit) by the Greek name paracletos? How is the Ruakh Ha Kodesh like an attorney? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on May 21, 2022 the 20th day of Iyar, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org.Click here to listen to The Spirit of the Law
What is anti-nomian theology? How did it develop out of Replacement Theology? How has anti-nomian theology influenced Bible translations? How have Bible translations influenced by anti-nomian theology affected our society? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on May 14, 2022 the 13th day of Iyar, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.orgClick here to listen to The Spirit of Lawlessness
What do we learn about mothers from the name Adam gave to Eve? How is abortion a negation of the meaning of Eve's name? What words of encouragement does the Ruakh Ha Kodesh (Holy Spirit) have for mothers who had abortions, or miscarriages, or have given up a baby for adoption? Rabbi David answers these questions and more in this teaching given on May 7th, 2022, the 6th day of Iyar, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.orgClick here to listen to The Heart of a Mother
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