Podcasts about Barak

This week I have two stories for you. The first is about a desperate Rosh Yeshiva who blesses a wealthy Jew with a child in exchange for a large donation and then goes to the Frierdiker Rebbe for help when his blessing doesn't come true. The second is a well known story about Yaakov Ish Tam, a story told by the Tzemach Tzedek when his house was being rebuilt after a fire. If you're enjoying these Chassidic stories, please take a quick moment to buy me a coffee. https://ko-fi.com/barakhullman Thank you! I deeply appreciate your support! Also available at https://soundcloud.com/barak-hullman/never-make-promises-you-cant-keep. To become a part of this project or sponsor an episode please go to https://hasidicstory.com/be-a-supporter. Hear all of the stories at https://hasidicstory.com. Go here to hear my other podcast https://jewishpeopleideas.com or https://soundcloud.com/jewishpeopleideas. Find my books, Figure It Out When You Get There: A Memoir of Stories About Living Life First and Watching How Everything Falls Into Place and A Shtikel Sholom: A Student, His Mentor and Their Unconventional Conversations on Amazon by going to https://bit.ly/barakhullman. My classes in Breslov Chassidus, Likutey Moharan, can be found here https://www.youtube.com/@barakhullman/videos I also have a YouTube channel of ceramics which can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/@thejerusalempotter

Barak and Jael - which type of camper are you?

Have you heard the song of Deborah and Barak? Come Bible Study WITH ME through Judges 5 and ask all the questions!

In Judges, Israel's idolatry led to oppression by King Jabin and Sisera. God raised Deborah, a prophetess and judge, who directed Barak to defeat Sisera's army. A miraculous rainstorm disabled Sisera's chariots, ensuring Israel's victory. Jael killed the fleeing Sisera with a tent peg. Deborah's song teaches that faithful leadership glorifies God, inaction is cursed, and obedience achieves God's purposes. Ultimately, God will right all wrongs, pointing to Jesus as the ultimate Savior who brings justice and forgiveness.

Though we rebel, God remains faithful—redeeming us by crushing the enemy. Why do we rebel against God? 1. Rebellion is in our hearts (1–3) 2. Redemption is in God's heart (4–24) a. Deborah [the unique leader] b. Barak [the faithful warrior] c. Jael [the courageous agent of deliverance] Applications from these servants. a. God works through weakness. b. God's Word is sufficient. c. God delights in faithful women. Takeaways. a. God is victorious—He has crushed the head of the enemy. b. God is trustworthy—His word never fails. c. God is worthy—He deserves our full devotion. d. God is the deliverer—not our strength, but His. e. God is the judge–the unrepentant will perish. f. God is sovereign–working behind the veil. g. God is glorious—He alone deserves the praise.

India's air defense stuns the world, S-400, Akash-Teer, AAD, PAD, Barak-8. As Iran bleeds and Pakistan begs China for scraps, Cdr Sandeep Dhawan breaks down why a major war is coming.

In this exciting combo episode about new avenues in Phelan-McDermid syndrome research, Dr. Lauren speaks with Dr. Boaz Barak from Tel Aviv University and Dr. Haitham Amal from Hebrew University/Boston Children's Hospital. Dr. Barak describes his work on understanding the process of myelination, where "electrical cables" help brain cells to communicate, and how SHANK3 is involved in this process. He also discusses his lab's work on possible treatments for Phelan-McDermid syndrome. Dr. Barak's work was recently awarded Autism Science Foundation's Profound Autism Pilot Grants! Read more here: https://autismsciencefoundation.org/asf-funded-research/Dr. Amal explains why nitric oxide (NO) is important for brain functioning and how NO is linked to autism as well as Phelan-McDermid Syndrome. He also describes his ongoing work with the two companies that he co-founded, NeuroNOS and Point6 Bio. NeurNOS's lead investigational therapy, BA-102, for the treatment of Phelan-McDermid Syndrome (PMS) just received Orphan Drug status from the FDA! Learn more here: https://www.neuro-nos.com/oddpmsDon't forget to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts to discover groundbreaking research uncovering new paths in understanding and treating Phelan-McDermid Syndrome — hope and progress are on the horizon!

This week I have two stories for you. The first is about couple that gives up wealth for a child but then comes to the Baal Shem Tov asking for help and the second a short story about Reb Zusha who helps a wealthy Jew see what true wealth is. If you're enjoying these Chassidic stories, please take a quick moment to buy me a coffee. https://ko-fi.com/barakhullman Thank you! I deeply appreciate your support! Also available at https://soundcloud.com/barak-hullman/can-i-tell-you-about-hashems-bookkeeping-baal-shem-tov-story. To become a part of this project or sponsor an episode please go to https://hasidicstory.com/be-a-supporter. Hear all of the stories at https://hasidicstory.com. Go here to hear my other podcast https://jewishpeopleideas.com or https://soundcloud.com/jewishpeopleideas. Find my books, Figure It Out When You Get There: A Memoir of Stories About Living Life First and Watching How Everything Falls Into Place and A Shtikel Sholom: A Student, His Mentor and Their Unconventional Conversations on Amazon by going to https://bit.ly/barakhullman. My classes in Breslov Chassidus, Likutey Moharan, can be found here https://www.youtube.com/@barakhullman/videos I also have a YouTube channel of ceramics which can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/@thejerusalempotter

There's no denying that western money in Global South countries has a profound impact, for better or worse. We might assume that spending money on volunteering and caring for orphans would be a net positive in the majority world. That however is not the case. As we dive back into the conversation around orphan care and volunteering, we're joined by filmmaker Barak Laub whose new documentary Volunteers Needed delves into this very dynamic in Nepal. He talks with Brandon Stiver about the film, his travels and the effort to advocate for government policies in the US that would mitigate harm in global orphan care. Support the Show Through Venmo - @canopyintl Podcast Sponsors The M.A. in Global Development and Justice program at Jessup University prepares students to work across the nexus of justice, community development, and peacebuilding. Learn More About The MAGDJ Online Program Alliance for Children Everywhere is on mission to bring vulnerable children into secure families, schools, and communities. Visit Alliance for Children Everywhere Online Resources and Links from the show Volunteers Needed Film Online The Westerner Abuse and Child Protection Conversation (Think Orphan Podcast) Conversation Notes The connection of volunteering to care for wild animals and canned hunting The importance of bringing and teaching skills when volunteering abroad The country conflict that led to the proliferation of orphanages in Nepal The relationship between corruption, poverty and caste in certain Asian countries The experience of kids that grow up in care in Nepal Misinformation told to volunteers that leads to exploitation Spending money in a way that reflects your values   Theme music Kirk Osamayo. Free Music Archive, CC BY License

What is it that God is calling us to when He says, “Come and worship”? Let's seek to answer that question by looking first at some… Biblical Examples of Worship.The first example is found in Psalm 95. It gives us not only a call to worship, it also provides a pattern for worship. Celebration (v. 1-5) Notice the phrases “sing for joy,” “shout aloud,” and “let us extol Him.” Worship is a time for God's people to celebrate their Lord. Adoration (v. 6-7) Here we're called to “bow down,” to “kneel” before the Lord. It is a quieter, more intimate response.Instruction (v. 8-11) The psalmist says, “Today if you hear His voice, do not harden your hearts.” Part of worship is hearing God's Word. Psalm 96 provides us with a few additional insights. The very first word in this psalm is “sing.” Three times in the first two verses, we are told to “sing to the Lord.” This is one of the most common commands in Scripture. This is why singing is such an integral part of our corporate worship gatherings. As you worship the Lord…Sing boldly.Sing thoughtfully.Sing wholeheartedly.Sing skillfully.Something else we see in Psalm 96 is the call to “bring an offering.” (v. 7-9) Giving to God is an act of worship. As such, when we give, we should…Be intentional.Be thoughtful.Be cheerful.Next, let's look at some…Biblical Expressions of Worship.Here are eight Hebrew words, often translated as “praise,” that may revolutionize your worship.1.     Halal: to boast; to celebrate; to be vigorously joyful; to be clamorously foolish (Ps. 35:18) Halal is the more common word for “praise” in the Psalms. It's the root from which we get the term “hallelujah.” It's is an explosion of enthusiasm in the act of praising. 2.     Tehilla: to sing; to laud (Ps. 33:1) Literally, this is the singing of one's halals. 3.     Zamar: to touch the strings; to make music (Ps. 104:33) This is why we use instruments in our worship.4.     Shabach: to address in a loud tone; to triumph; to glory (Ps. 145:4) This is a loud verbalization of praise—a shout. 5.     Shachah: to bow down; to pay homage; to prostrate oneself; to have the arrogance knocked out (Ps. 96:9) This refers to lying prostrate, flat on your face before the Lord.6.     Barak: to kneel down expecting a blessing from God; to bless God as an act of adoration (Ps. 34:1) This is kneeling before God in humility and surrender, but also expectation. 7.     Yada: to acknowledge God's character; to make a declaration of worship; to throw out the hand enjoying God (Ps. 63:3-4) This involves lifting our hands to the Lord in worship.8.     Todah: to extend hands in thanksgiving and acceptance; to offer a sacrifice of thanksgiving (Ps. 116:17) This also involves the lifting of hands to the Lord, but it more specifically has to do with offering a sacrifice of praise.  Text: Psalm 95, 96Originally recorded on January 24, 1999, at Fellowship Missionary Church, Fort Wayne, IN

Send us a textEpisode Title: Learning to Celebrate God's Victories Scripture Reference: Judges 5:1–11 Welcome: In today's episode, Learning to Celebrate God's Victories, we step into one of the Bible's most famous Old Testament songs of praise: the Song of Deborah. After a dramatic and miraculous deliverance in Judges 4, Israel responds—not with parades or pageantry, but with worship. What does it look like for God's people to truly celebrate His victories? How do we mark moments of breakthrough and deliverance? This episode invites us to learn from Deborah's song and rediscover how praise—public, joyful, radical praise—can become our response to the goodness of God.

This week I have three stories for you. The first is about a wealthy Jew that buys an unknown cargo for a fortune, the second about the Baal Shem Tov and his unique way of inspiring two Jews and the last from just after October 7th and how a pair of tziziot saved lives. If you're enjoying these Chassidic stories, please take a quick moment to buy me a coffee. https://ko-fi.com/barakhullman Thank you! I deeply appreciate your support! Also available at https://soundcloud.com/barak-hullman/a-match-made-in-heaven. To become a part of this project or sponsor an episode please go to https://hasidicstory.com/be-a-supporter. Hear all of the stories at https://hasidicstory.com. Go here to hear my other podcast https://jewishpeopleideas.com or https://soundcloud.com/jewishpeopleideas. Find my books, Figure It Out When You Get There: A Memoir of Stories About Living Life First and Watching How Everything Falls Into Place and A Shtikel Sholom: A Student, His Mentor and Their Unconventional Conversations on Amazon by going to https://bit.ly/barakhullman. My classes in Breslov Chassidus, Likutey Moharan, can be found here https://www.youtube.com/@barakhullman/videos I also have a YouTube channel of ceramics which can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/@thejerusalempotter

In this episode of the Jaime Luce Podcast, we dive deep into the inspiring story of Deborah and Barak from the book of Judges. Deborah's powerful call to battle challenges us to rise up, embrace leadership, and trust God's call—even in the face of uncertainty. We explore: ✔️ The significance of Deborah's leadership in a time of crisis ✔️ How Barak responded to the call—and what it teaches us about courage and responsibility ✔️ Why leadership is about sacrifice, obedience, and discipline ✔️ How to apply these lessons in your own life, whether at home, at work, or in ministry Whether you're leading a family, a team, or simply your own spiritual journey, this episode will equip and encourage you to rise up and lead with faith. Resources Mentioned: Judges Chapters 4–5 Jaime's book: You Don't Need Money, You Just Need God — available on Amazon Where to dive in: (0:00:00) - The Importance of Leadership and Discipline (0:13:22) - The Leadership Test of Courage (0:25:37) - The Weight of Leadership Responsibility (0:42:45) - Leadership Through Diversity and Wisdom (0:47:22) - Leadership Through Willing Spirits Subscribe to the Jaime Luce Podcast for weekly encouragement and biblical insights. Like & share this episode to spread hope and equip others to lead courageously. About your host: Jaime Luce' testimony has daunting personal mountains and treacherous financial valleys. She was trapped in day-to-day stress and couldn't see a way forward. But how she started is not how she finished! And she wants you to know God has a plan for your life too, no matter how tough it seems. Today, Jaime has been married to the love of her life for almost three decades, owns two companies, and has become an author and podcaster. God's way is always the blessed way! Free chapter of Jaime's new book: You Don't Need Money, You Just Need God: https://jaimeluce.com/book/ Connect: - Website: https://jaimeluce.com - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaime.luces.page - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaime_luce/ - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaime-luce-00395691/

Barak Speaks with Ryan Marty of the Charlie Kirk Show by Barak Lurie

When fear rises, will you respond with hesitation or with faith? In week two of the Judges: Spiritual Siestas series, Pastor Fred unpacks the story of Deborah from Judges 4–5, where Israel's spiritual drift deepens. Through Deborah, Barak, and Jael, we see the contrast between those who shrink back and those who step up with courage. This message challenges us to examine our own readiness to respond to God's call, especially in times of pressure and uncertainty.

Worship is our priestly calling—not just singing, but ministering to God with our whole lives. As we behold Jesus—not glance, but gaze—we're transformed. Worship involves our hearts, our posture, our voices, and our affection. It's not about us; it's all for Him. And from that place, we love others well. In the Old Testament, worship was expressed through seven distinct Hebrew words, each revealing a different facet of praise: Halal means to boast or rave about God with joyful celebration; Yadah is the act of lifting hands in surrender and thanksgiving; Barak reflects reverent worship by kneeling or bowing; Tehillah refers to spontaneous, heartfelt songs of praise; Zamar is worship through instruments and music; Todah is offering thanks in faith before the breakthrough; and Shabach means to shout loudly in triumph. Together, these expressions remind us that worship involves our whole being—heart, soul, mind, and body.

Even with all the support actors in Judges 4 of Deborah, Barak, Sisera, Jael, and others, it is the will and actions of God that brings victory over Israel's enemy.

06/08/2025 Words of Worship | BARAKBARAK - The posture of praise; “to kneel, to bless, to bow in reverence”Worship isn't just for the good days…The Example of Job - Job Chapters 1-2Job 1:21 “The LORD gives, and the LORD takes away. Blessed be the Name of the LORD”Psalm 34:12; Habakkuk 3:18; Job 2:10How do we respond to God in the face of adversity?On the worst day of your life, will you praise God?God is honored not just by the volume of our worship - but by the depth of our trust in Him.What might it look like for you to BARAK in your circumstances?

In these chapters we meet two heroines through whom God delivered His people- Deborah and Jael. Deborah means bee and she brought sweetness for Israel and a destructive sting for Sisera and his host. She inspired Barak, whose name means lightning, to attack from the heights of Mount Tabor – a position from which escape was impossible with 10,000 men who trusted in God to deliver them. Barak was hesitant in allowing himself to rise to the heights of faith unless strongly encouraged by a mother in Israel, a prophetess of immense faith. Many a brother reluctantly takes on a task only because a wonderful woman stands up to support him. Barak placed his life and the 10,000 courageous men of Naphtali to place themselves at Yahweh's disposal. Let us too, despite our shortcomings, make ourselves available to do our Sovereign's will. When we do we will like Barak find strength in our time of need and the evidence of the Almighty energetically working in concert with His children. Despite our weaknesses the LORD uses His instruments to do His work. Sisera fled, only for the mighty general to fall victim to a courageous and faithful woman. Sisera fell victim to an insignificant tent peg. The praise and thanksgiving to God is celebrated in Deborah's song. Deborah describes the desperate and vulnerable state in which Israel found themselves. But the situation was changed by women and men who overcame by their faith and helped the Almighty to deliver His people. The prophetess also calls upon the LORD to judge those who apathetically fled the fight. Let us never underestimate the power of faithful women to inspire courageous activity in the ecclesia of the Living God.

Judges 4 – “Deborah and Barak: Victory Through Prophetic Leadership” In this chapter, Israel is oppressed by King Jabin of Canaan, and his army commander Sisera. God raises up Deborah, a prophetess and judge, who calls Barak to lead Israel's army. With God's help, they defeat Sisera's forces. The unexpected hero, Jael, kills Sisera by driving a tent peg through his head, fulfilling God's promise of victory through the hands of a woman. Psalms 4 – “Peace in the Night: A Song of Trust” David cries out to God in the midst of distress, appealing for mercy and justice. He urges the people to trust in the Lord rather than in falsehood or wealth. The psalm ends with a calm assurance—David can sleep in peace because his safety comes not from circumstance, but from the presence of God. #Judges4 #DeborahTheProphetess #Barak #JaelTheWarrior #BibleStory #WomenOfTheBible #VictoryInGod #OldTestament #FaithAndCourage #SendMeRadio #BibleHeroes #GodDelivers #BlackBibleArt #SpiritualLeadership #BiblicalJusticeBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sendme-radio--732966/support.

This week I have three stories for you. The first is about Reb Yonasan Eibeschutz who gave up his entire wedding dowery to save a fellow Jew, the second about a father and son during the Holocaust and the father's disobeying the Nazi's orders, and the third about the Six Day War and Rabbi Aryeh Levin's blessing for Nasser. If you're enjoying these Chassidic stories, please take a quick moment to buy me a coffee. https://ko-fi.com/barakhullman Thank you! I deeply appreciate your support! Also available at https://soundcloud.com/barak-hullman/a-blessing-instead-of-a-curse. To become a part of this project or sponsor an episode please go to https://hasidicstory.com/be-a-supporter. Hear all of the stories at https://hasidicstory.com. Go here to hear my other podcast https://jewishpeopleideas.com or https://soundcloud.com/jewishpeopleideas. Find my books, Figure It Out When You Get There: A Memoir of Stories About Living Life First and Watching How Everything Falls Into Place and A Shtikel Sholom: A Student, His Mentor and Their Unconventional Conversations on Amazon by going to https://bit.ly/barakhullman. My classes in Breslov Chassidus, Likutey Moharan, can be found here https://www.youtube.com/@barakhullman/videos I also have a YouTube channel of ceramics which can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/@thejerusalempotter

Catalyst Church NWA Pastor Daniel Tedder (Worship and Missions Pastor)

Yasmine M'Barek, 26, Journalistin, Autorin & Podcasterin - „Ich bin total alt im Kopf, ich bin eine konservative Bitch“ ist ein Zitat unseres heutigen Gastes, unseres doch verhältnismäßig jungen Gastes, denn die Journalistin, Autorin und Podcasterin Yasmine M’Barak kam 1999 in Köln zur Welt. 8 Einsen und ein paar Zweien hatte sie im Zeugnis, überhaupt unterschied sie sich von der Mehrzahl ihrer Mitschülerinnen und Mitschüler schon dadurch, dass sie sich früh für Politik und Wirtschaftsthemen interessierte. Ja, Mode ist und war wichtig, aber wie interessant war es, auf Parteitage zu pilgern und mal auf gut Glück ein paar Zeilen über sicherheitspolitische Bedenken oder kommunalpolitische Defizite zu schreiben, oder? Nein? Yasmine zog das durch, lernte, las und schrieb und profitiert heute von ihrem Antrieb, den Dingen genau auf den Grund zu gehen. Mit Markus Feldenkirchen moderiert sie dienstags den gesellschaftspolitischen Podcast „Apokalypse und Filterkaffee“, bei der ZEIT hostet sie den Podcast „Echt jetzt?“, dessen Gästeliste von Robert Habeck über Gregor Gysi bis hin zu Olaf Scholz reicht und M’Bareks Buch "Radikale Kompromisse" landete auf Platz 23 der SPIEGEL Bestsellerliste.

Nkululeko Mahlanyane from God First Tembisa exhorted One Hope Church from Judges 5:1-2 to lead well & follow well just like Deborah, Barak & our Lord Jesus did! We can do so because we trust in Him - Bless the LORD!

THEME-Letting Ourselves Go; Barak on Charlie Kirk Podcast; New Investigations; Anti-Israel Mob Rages by Barak Lurie

This week I have two stories for you the first is about the Shpoler Zeide who wants a Poritz and his friends to really hear the Ten Commandments and the second a story Reb Meir of Premishlan would tell every year on Shavuot about Rabbi Shimshon Meir Wertheimer of Vienna and a simple wagon driver that saves a stranded king but then wants to punish his fellow Jew. If you're enjoying these Chassidic stories, please take a quick moment to buy me a coffee. https://ko-fi.com/barakhullman Thank you! I deeply appreciate your support! Also available at https://soundcloud.com/barak-hullman/jealousy-into-generosity-shavuot-stories. To become a part of this project or sponsor an episode please go to https://hasidicstory.com/be-a-supporter. Hear all of the stories at https://hasidicstory.com. Go here to hear my other podcast https://jewishpeopleideas.com or https://soundcloud.com/jewishpeopleideas. Find my books, Figure It Out When You Get There: A Memoir of Stories About Living Life First and Watching How Everything Falls Into Place and A Shtikel Sholom: A Student, His Mentor and Their Unconventional Conversations on Amazon by going to https://bit.ly/barakhullman. My classes in Breslov Chassidus, Likutey Moharan, can be found here https://www.youtube.com/@barakhullman/videos I also have a YouTube channel of ceramics which can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/@thejerusalempotter

Kencan Dengan Tuhan - Kamis, 29 Mei 2025Bacaan: "Dan apakah lagi yang harus aku sebut? Sebab aku akan kekurangan waktu, apabila aku hendak menceriterakan tentang Gideon, Barak, Simson, Yefta, Daud dan Samuel dan para nabi, yang karena iman telah menaklukkan kerajaan-kerajaan, mengamalkan kebenaran, memperoleh apa yang dijanjikan, menutup mulut singa-singa." (Ibrani 11:32-33) Renungan: Seorang pahlawan biasanya adalah orang yang menonjol karena keberanian dan pengorbanannya di dalam membela kebenaran, atau seorang pejuang yang gagah berani. Banyak orang, khususnya bagi mereka yang merasakan dampak positif dari kepahlawanannya akan mengakui dia sebagai "dewa penyelamat" dalam kehidupan mereka. Berbeda dengan apa yang dialami oleh Yefta. Alkitab mencatat bahwa Yefta adalah seorang pahlawan, bahkan disebut sebagai pahlawan yang gagah perkasa. Tetapi, yang dialamı Yefta sungguh berbeda dengan apa yang seharusnya dialami oleh seorang pahlawan. Yefta menerima perlakuan yang menyakitkan dari saudara-saudaranya. Yefta diusir oleh saudara-saudaranya, padahal sejak kecil mereka hidup dan bertumbuh bersama. Ini disebabkan karena Yefta adalah anak seorang perempuan sundal. Saudara-saudaranya menyebut Yefta sebagai anak perempuan lain, suatu sebutan yang menyakitkan, sebab istilah "perempuan lain" biasanya digunakan untuk menyebut perempuan non-Yahudi. Yefta lahir di luar ikatan perkawinan yang sah. Setelah besar, saudara-saudara Yefta sadar bahwa Yefta tidak berhak mendapat milik pusaka dalam keluarga besar mereka. Sekalipun keberadaan Yefta seperti itu seharusnya saudara-saudaranya tidak perlu mengusir dia. Ini berarti apa yang dialami oleh Yefta sangat menyakitkan, karena Yefta bukan saja tidak mendapat milik pusaka, tetapi juga tidak mendapat tempat di rumah dan di hati saudara-saudaranya. Oleh karena itu Yefta melarikan diri dari saudara-saudaranya, yang akhirnya membawa dia ke tempat di mana orang-orang bisa menerima dia. Sayang sekali, mereka yang bisa menerima Yefta adalah para perampok, orang-orang yang juga tersisihkan dalam kehidupan sosial mereka. Tetapi, kisah Yefta tidak berhenti sampai di sini karena pada kisah-kisah selanjutnya kita dapat melihat Tuhan mengangkat kehidupan Yefta dan menjadikan Yefta seorang pemenang. Kisah Yefta mengungkap sebuah fakta bahwa seorang buangan tidak harus tersisihkan dalam kehidupan rohaninya, sebab di dalam kitab Ibrani Yefta diakui sebagai salah seorang pahlawan iman (Ibr 11:32-34). Kisah Yefta juga mengungkap sebuah fakta bahwa seorang yang mempunyai latar belakang atau masa kecil yang tidak menyenangkan tidak harus mengalami kegagalan di dalam hidupnya. Orang-orang seperti itu bisa juga berhasil dalam hidupnya. Ini merupakan satu pelajaran penting dalam kehidupan orang percaya. Jika kita adalah orang yang berlatar belakang kurang menguntungkan dan hidup kita disia-siakan oleh orang lain, jangan gelisah dan kuatir. Bangkitlah, yakinlah bahwa Tuhan sedang memproses kita untuk meraih keberhasilan dan masa depan yang gilang-gemilang. Tuhan Yesus memberkati. Doa:Tuhan Yesus, aku tidak menyesal untuk keberadaanku meskipun buruk menurut manusia, karena Engkau akan mengangkatku pada waktunya. Amin. (Dod).

This week, Pastor Brad Noel continues our series with Judges 4 & 5. We're reminded of God's unfailing mercy and justice. The story of Deborah, Barak, and Jael illustrates how God uses unexpected people to fulfill His purposes. The passage challenges us to consider: Are we fully embracing God's calling on our lives, or are […] The post Judges 4-5 – Characters and Covenants appeared first on Sierra Bible Church.

The Bigness of Barak! by Strong Tower Bible Church

This week I have three stories for you the first is about a fish merchant that loses all of his money and gets cryptic advice from the Tzemach Tzedek to go to Berlin, the second about the Kol Aryeh and the Sanzer Rebbe and how a mitzvah is saved for a person's salvation and the last three short stories about Lubavitcher Rebbes and time. If you're enjoying these Chassidic stories, please take a quick moment to buy me a coffee. https://ko-fi.com/barakhullman Thank you! I deeply appreciate your support! Also available at https://soundcloud.com/barak-hullman/the-short-long-way. To become a part of this project or sponsor an episode please go to https://hasidicstory.com/be-a-supporter. Hear all of the stories at https://hasidicstory.com. Go here to hear my other podcast https://jewishpeopleideas.com or https://soundcloud.com/jewishpeopleideas. Find my books, Figure It Out When You Get There: A Memoir of Stories About Living Life First and Watching How Everything Falls Into Place and A Shtikel Sholom: A Student, His Mentor and Their Unconventional Conversations on Amazon by going to https://bit.ly/barakhullman. My classes in Breslov Chassidus, Likutey Moharan, can be found here https://www.youtube.com/@barakhullman/videos I also have a YouTube channel of ceramics which can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/@thejerusalempotter

In the Old Testament book of Judges, we find a fascinating story about two people named Deborah and Barak. A careful examination of their lives offers a powerful lesson on leadership. Pastor J.D. invites us to follow along as he teaches from the book of Judges, Chapters 4 and 5, as he shares five key points that will apply to both men and women in leadership.

In this episode, we dive into the story of Deborah, the fearless prophetess and only female judge of Israel, found in Judges 4–5. After the death of Ehud, Israel falls back into idolatry and ends up under the iron grip of Canaanite King Jabin and his war chief, Sisera. But God's plan unfolds through Deborah, a reluctant general named Barak, and an unexpected heroine, Jael, who drives a tent peg straight into history. We'll explore the political intrigue, military might, and divine intervention that led to one of the Bible's most riveting victories. Tune in for ancient chariots, prophetic leadership, and muddy battlefield miracles.   If you'd like to support "The History of the Bible", visit our Patreon Page at https://patreon.com/TheHistoryoftheBible. Your feedback is valuable to us! Share your thoughts and insights via our feedback form at https://forms.gle/AtzUReJ8gLuFYPaP8. Let us know how our podcast has impacted you or someone you know by filling out our impact form at https://forms.gle/jr4EdGsqCaFk4qZm8. If you have concerns about any information presented, please inform us via our correction form at https://forms.gle/PiMMkPnJFaa4j5p37.   #Deborah #JudgeDeborah #WomenInTheBible #BibleStories #OldTestament #BookOfJudges #Sisera #Jael #Barak #ChariotsOfIron #BiblicalHistory #FaithHeroes #BiblePodcast #ChristianPodcast #Prophetess #IsraeliteHistory #BattleOfKishon #MountTabor #JaelAndSisera #FemaleLeadersInTheBible #ChristianContent #BibleExplained #GodsPlan #BiblicalWomen #AncientWarfare #FaithAndCourage #ScriptureStudy #BibleLessons #SpiritualLeadership

Deborah stands out as one of the inspiring figures in biblical history. As a prophetess, a judge and courageous leader, she rose above all expectations in a society driven by patriarchal influence. Her story, recorded in Judges 4 and 5, recounts her reliance on divine wisdom, as well as her decisive leadership and unwavering faith in God's promises, as she rallied Israel to victory against their oppressors. Superior military technology At the time Deborah served as a judge, Israel as a nation was subjugated by King Jabin of Hazor whose general, Sisera, commanded an army equipped with 900 iron chariots. These chariots were intimidating because they were markedly superior to any of the weapons of warfare Israel possessed. For 20 years, King Jabin and Sisera ruthlessly oppressed Israel until the people finally cried out to God for deliverance. God would answer their cry through the faithfulness of Deborah. Deborah received divine instruction to summon Barak, a military commander, and told him to gather 10,000 warriors from the tribes of Naphtali and Zebulun. She assured him that God would orchestrate the battle against Sisera at the Kishon River, ensuring victory. However, Barak hesitated and insisted that Deborah accompany him into battle. Deborah agreed but foretold that the ultimate victory—defeating Sisera—would be accomplished by a woman. The battle unfolded dramatically Barak led his forces to Mount Tabor, and Sisera responded by mobilizing his army with their superior military technology. God intervened by sending a sudden, torrential rainstorm, causing the battlefield to flood. Sisera's iron chariots, once a formidable advantage, become useless in the mud. His army was thrown into panic, and Barak pursued them, wiping out all of Sisera's forces. Prophecy fulfilled Though Sisera escaped the actual battle, he was killed by a woman who was not even from Israel. This small but important detail reinforces the sovereignty of God, as His word is always fulfilled, even if it is accomplished in unexpected ways. Deborah's leadership was marked by wisdom, humility and courage. She positioned herself to be used by God, patiently serving in her role as a judge until the time came for decisive action. Her ability to inspire faith and confidence in others played a crucial role in Israel's victory! Her story clearly reflects the importance of relying on God's guidance, acting with faith and recognizing godly leadership in unexpected places.

On today's episode, Pastor Cameron looks at Jesus as the Captain who offered Himself willingly to His people. Just as Deborah and Barak were volunteers in the army of Israel, so Jesus told the Father, "Here am I, send me." 

IS SYRIA'S NEW REGIME MALIGN OR MODERATE?HEADLINE 1: Israel is working on a plan to relocate civilians in Gaza if a ceasefire doesn't materialize soon.HEADLINE 2: It's official: Hamas's October 7th attack was designed to derail Saudi-Israel normalization.HEADLINE 3: Another day, another Israeli caught spying for Iran.--FDD Executive Director Jon Schanzer delivers timely situational updates and analysis, followed by a conversation with Barak Barfi, a Middle East scholar who specializes in Arab and Islamic affairs. Learn more at: https://www.fdd.org/fddmorningbrief/

Hebrews 11:32-40 NIV 1. Faith's Power through Scripture 32 And what more shall I say? I do not have time to tell about Gideon, Barak, Samson and Jephthah, about David and Samuel and the prophets…..Earlier in this chapter the author commends multiple biblical heroes including Noah, Abraham, Moses and others. Here at verse 32 he says there's not enough time to continue although there are many more. The goal of the writer of Hebrews is to provide examples of those who displayed the power of faith. This provides us readers with education and inspiration from the Scriptures.There is power available to us as we are educated in what God has done through people like us, and we are inspired by what God can do through people like us. ‭‭Romans‬ ‭15‬:‭4‬ ‭NIV‬‬.  “For everything that was written in the past was written to teach us, so that through the endurance taught in the Scriptures and the encouragement they provide we might have hope.”There is education and inspiration available to us through the Scripture to empower our faith!These are not characters from fables, these are real stories about real people and more so they are our faith ancestors. Our relation is not in blood but by faith.Example: What one man can do another man can do (movie the edge)These people of God, our faith ancestors, had sins and struggles. They experienced difficult times and struggled with tears, sweat and even blood. They made mistakes, major mistakes. But they are commended here because of their faith. It is amazing what the Lord can do in us and through us when we trust him. What does it mean to trust the Lord…….leads us to point 2…2. Faith's power when we trust the Lord's plans and promises39 These were all commended for their faith, yet none of them received what had been promised, Again our faith ancestors are commended for their faith not perfection. Only Jesus is perfect, amen! No one at any of our campuses is perfect. Cut that out. Stop being a poser. Be real and God will mature you and lead you in righteousness but don't act like you are farther than you are and don't look down on others. They are commended for their trust in the Lord's plans and promises, especially the promise of home. As verse 16 says earlier in the passage, they trusted in the promise of God to bring them to their heavenly country.3. Faith's power when we accept we are part of a larger family40 since God had planned something better for us so that only together with us would they be made perfect.Our God is larger than we realize but also we are part of a larger family than we often realize.  It's not all about YOU! Your struggles, your experiences, your gifts, your blessings. They are not all about you; they fit into a larger family context. The family is to grow up into the maturity of Christ TOGETHER. Us locally, us generationally, and us universally as part of God's big C Church!Have you ever had a terrible thing happen and thought why does God hate me? Have you ever had an amazing thing happen and thought God loves me!Have you ever had either an amazing thing or terrible thing happen and thought God is doing a work for his people? Having an understating that we are part of a larger family actually empowers our faith. It allows us to think big, not small. And it is true this life we live is part of something bigger!What would you say to Abraham? You'd say you gotta go because what God does in your life through the good bad and ugly it launches the beginning of God's people. What would you say to Paul? You'd tell him about his impact on the “future” of the church. So we can say more than anyone before us with great clarity of how God works that what happens in our Christian lives is significant not only for today but the future of our families, local church, and the future of the church.

Barak was not willing to go to battle without the presence of Deborah - we need to realize that our victory in battle only comes through Jesus! Join Pastor Cameron as he looks into Judges to remind us of the victory we have through Christ!

Do you know the story of Deborah, who was a judge in Israel? Deborah was a risk-taker for the Lord. This woman was way ahead of her time. She had to take an enormous risk—and that was to go herself and lead her army into battle. Barak was the leader of the army, but he said, “If you go with me, I will go; but if you don't go with me, I won't go.” Maybe he thought she never would agree to go into battle and that would get him off the hook. If so, she fooled him. She said, “Very well, I will go with you. But because of the way you are going about this, the honor will not be yours…” Obviously she recognized he was not the brave leader he should be. So, she took a risk. You can read her story in Judges 4—an amazing story of how God gave her and her army victory over their much larger enemy. I wonder what it is that makes one person willing to take a risk for God and another is not. Isn't it true we are prone to trust those we know, but if we don't know someone too well, we're less willing to trust them? No doubt our trust in God has a lot to do with our willingness to take a risk for him. It's at these times—when there is some risk involved—that we find out just whether we trust God or not—or how much we trust him. God wants us to take risks as he leads us and allow him to do through us what we could never do on our own. We should attempt something so great for God that only he could do it. You provide a broad path for my feet, so that my ankles do not give way (Psalm 18:36). Ron Hutchcraft tells the story of how he had to overcome a fear of walking across a slippery pipe to cross a stream so he could see an incredible waterfall. He was afraid to do it and was ready to back out, but his friends encouraged him to walk across the pipe so he could see this beautiful waterfall. He finally took the risk and made it across. And he reports the risk was more than worth it because the view was awesome. When we start across a pipe that looks risky, that "faith pipe" that will take us to new territory for Jesus, the pipe becomes a broad path, and our ankles don't turn! Jesus broadens the path beneath our feet. I love that image. Walk across the pipe today. Don't miss the view. Don't miss what Jesus wants to do in you and through you. Don't stay where it's comfortable. Be willing to be an entrepreneur for Jesus. That's where the abundant life is—doing what only he can do through you.

This week I have three stories for you the first is about obstacles that got in the way of bochurim getting to Meron on Lag BaOmer, the second about the power of forgiveness and the third about the Mittler Rebbe on Lag BaOmer. If you're enjoying these Chassidic stories, please take a quick moment to buy me a coffee. https://ko-fi.com/barakhullman Thank you! I deeply appreciate your support! Also available at https://soundcloud.com/barak-hullman/where-miracles-begin-but-dont-end. To become a part of this project or sponsor an episode please go to https://hasidicstory.com/be-a-supporter. Hear all of the stories at https://hasidicstory.com. Go here to hear my other podcast https://jewishpeopleideas.com or https://soundcloud.com/jewishpeopleideas. Find my books, Figure It Out When You Get There: A Memoir of Stories About Living Life First and Watching How Everything Falls Into Place and A Shtikel Sholom: A Student, His Mentor and Their Unconventional Conversations on Amazon by going to https://bit.ly/barakhullman. My classes in Breslov Chassidus, Likutey Moharan, can be found here https://www.youtube.com/@barakhullman/videos I also have a YouTube channel of ceramics which can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/@thejerusalempotter

Send us a textBarak Herscowitz, former head of communications for the Israeli government and the whistleblower who exposed TikTok's anti-Israel bias, joins Eylon Levy to dissect the spin dominating the international conversation around Israel, Hamas, and the Gaza war.