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Welcome to The Daily, where we study the Bible verse by verse, chapter by chapter, every day. Grab your Hosea Scripture Journal right now. Have you become calloused to sin? Our text today is Hosea 7:1-3: when I would heal Israel, the iniquity of Ephraim is revealed, and the evil deeds of Samaria, for they deal falsely; the thief breaks in, and the bandits raid outside. But they do not consider that I remember all their evil. Now their deeds surround them; they are before my face. By their evil they make the king glad, and the princes by their treachery. — Hosea 7:1-3 God begins with hope. "When I would heal Israel…" God's desire was not first to destroy, but to restore. He was ready to heal, ready to renew, ready to bring his people back. But every time healing approached, more sin surfaced. "The iniquity of Ephraim is revealed, and the evil deeds of Samaria…" This is what sin does when it is left unchecked. It does not stay hidden. It rises. It spreads. It multiplies. What was once private becomes public. What was once occasional becomes habitual. What was once shameful becomes acceptable. This is what happens when sin becomes normal. Hosea describes a culture built on deception. They deal falsely. Theft happens indoors. Violence happens outdoors. Corruption reaches the palace itself. Even worse, leaders were not restraining evil—they were rewarding it. And that is always the mark of deep decline. When evil is celebrated, when truth is mocked, when leaders profit from corruption, and when people stop blushing at sin, a society is in trouble. Israel was in trouble. And if we are honest, our nation is in trouble, too. But this is not only about nations. It is about you. The drift begins in the human heart, then rises, spreads, and multiplies. A compromise you once resisted becomes something you manage. A habit you once confessed becomes something you excuse. A conviction you once felt strongly becomes strangely quiet. That is how a heart hardens. Then God drops a dose of reality into their culture of sin: "They do not consider that I remember all their evil." God has a long memory. He sees what we normalize. He remembers what we rename. Yet even here, there is mercy for Israel and for us. The God who exposes sin is still the God who says, "When I would heal…" He reveals in order to restore. Do not wait until sin becomes your new normal. Do not keep living in sin while trying to hide it from God. When sin becomes normal, healing feels unnecessary. Let truth break in today. Let God expose you. Call it what it is—sin. Confess it quickly and specifically. Turn from it fully. Because what you normalize today will rule you tomorrow. Don't be ruled by sin. Be ruled by God. DO THIS: Identify one sin, compromise, or habit you have started excusing. Name it honestly before God and take one step to remove it today. ASK THIS: What sin has become too normal in my life? Where has my conviction grown quiet? Am I resisting the healing God is trying to bring? PRAY THIS: God, keep my heart sensitive to what offends you. Expose what I have normalized, and heal what I am willing to surrender. Amen. PLAY THIS: "Lord, Have Mercy"

By: Dr E. Allen Griffith. This is the two hundred and thirty-+episode of By the Book! Listening to this could change your life! New episodes every Friday!

By: Dr E. Allen Griffith. This is the two hundred and thirty-eighth episode of By the Book! Listening to this could change your life! New episodes every Friday!

By: Dr E. Allen Griffith. This is the two hundred and thirty-seventh episode of By the Book! Listening to this could change your life! New episodes every Friday!

By: Dr E. Allen Griffith. This is the two hundred and thirty-sixth episode of By the Book! Listening to this could change your life! New episodes every Friday!

Greetings saints of the Most High. In this installment of the Messianic Torah Observer, I offer a needed clarification regarding Israel, the Jewish people, and the broader discussion from this teaching series, "What the Torah Can and Cannot Do for Us." In this episode, I examine what Scripture says about Yah's everlasting covenant with Israel, Paul's teaching that God has not rejected His people, and the reality that we as non-Jewish believers are grafted into the commonwealth of Israel rather than replacing it. I also address the misuse of passages such as "neither Jew nor Greek" and explain why Torah can never be used as a justification for contempt, condemnation, or arrogance toward our Jewish cousins.   If you have ever wrestled with the relationship between Torah, covenant, Israel, grace, and the calling of Gentile believers in Messiah, this teaching will help ground that discussion in the plain witness of Scripture. My prayer is that this message leads us all toward covenant humility, truth, prayer, and love rather than pride or hostility. Key themes in this teaching include: Yah's everlasting covenant with Israel God has not rejected His people Grafted into the commonwealth of Israel The meaning of "neither Jew nor Greek" in context The oracles of God entrusted to Israel Why Torah does not sanction contempt  

By: Dr E. Allen Griffith. This is the two hundred and thirty-fifth episode of By the Book! Listening to this could change your life! New episodes every Friday!

The story of Joseph continues the lineage of the people of Israel - God's chosen people. It is clear from beginning to end that God is more faithful to His people than they are to Him. We will see, in the life and times of Joseph, that in God's sovereign plan nothing is wasted. In the end, our lives, like Joseph's, will prove our great need for God's salvation and that his plans and purposes for our lives are good.DNA Questions: Genesis 50:15-26DiscoverWhy were the brothers scared?What is significant about Joseph's response?Why are Joseph's instructions regarding his bones recorded in Hebrews 11? NurtureWhat do you use to avoid needing grace?How does Joseph shadow Jesus?How does this story connect to the good news of Hebrews 7:25? ActWhat would it look like for you to live in His grace and kindness this week practically?

By: Dr E. Allen Griffith. This is the two hundred and thirty-fourth episode of By the Book! Listening to this could change your life! New episodes every Friday!

The story of Joseph continues the lineage of the people of Israel - God's chosen people.  It is clear from beginning to end that God is more faithful to His people than they are to Him.  We will see, in the life and times of Joseph, that in God's sovereign plan nothing is wasted.  In the end, our lives, like Joseph's, will prove our great need for God's salvation and that his plans and purposes for our lives are good.DNA QuestionsDiscover:What strikes you the most about Jacob's blessing upon his sons?Why is it important that Jacob be buried where his father and grandfather were buried?From the text, is their "grievous mourning" a good thing?Nurture:What blessing of the gospel most comforts and strengthens you?How does the gospel inform the way we handle death?How does the gospel inform the way we grieve?Act:What is one way you could actively seek to bless those closest to you?Consider something that you have lost or that has changed and what it would mean to process that.

The story of Joseph continues the lineage of the people of Israel - God's chosen people.  It is clear from beginning to end that God is more faithful to His people than they are to Him.  We will see, in the life and times of Joseph, that in God's sovereign plan nothing is wasted.  In the end, our lives, like Joseph's, will prove our great need for God's salvation and that his plans and purposes for our lives are good.DNA QuestionsDiscover:What strikes you the most about Jacob's blessing upon his sons?Why is it important that Jacob be buried where his father and grandfather were buried?From the text, is their "grievous mourning" a good thing?Nurture:What blessing of the gospel most comforts and strengthens you?How does the gospel inform the way we handle death?How does the gospel inform the way we grieve?Act:What is one way you could actively seek to bless those closest to you?Consider something that you have lost or that has changed and what it would mean to process that.

The story of Joseph continues the lineage of the people of Israel - God's chosen people.  It is clear from beginning to end that God is more faithful to His people than they are to Him.  We will see, in the life and times of Joseph, that in God's sovereign plan nothing is wasted.  In the end, our lives, like Joseph's, will prove our great need for God's salvation and that his plans and purposes for our lives are good. DNA QuestionsDiscover What is the significance of Jacob claiming Ephraim and Manasseh?What do we learn from Jacob's blessing to Joseph?What does Jacob mean when he responds to Joseph with: "I know, my son, I know"?NurtureHow does God's fruit producing work in us parallel that of Jacob and Joseph?What shadows of the gospel is Jacob giving to Joseph?Why is it good news for us that God accomplishes all His purposes despite our efforts to accomplish our own?ActWhat does it look like for you to bless someone?Is there someone in your life whom you are exhorting to believe God regularly?

The story of Joseph continues the lineage of the people of Israel - God's chosen people.  It is clear from beginning to end that God is more faithful to His people than they are to Him.  We will see, in the life and times of Joseph, that in God's sovereign plan nothing is wasted.  In the end, our lives, like Joseph's, will prove our great need for God's salvation and that his plans and purposes for our lives are good. DNA QuestionsDiscover What is the significance of Jacob claiming Ephraim and Manasseh?What do we learn from Jacob's blessing to Joseph?What does Jacob mean when he responds to Joseph with: "I know, my son, I know"?NurtureHow does God's fruit producing work in us parallel that of Jacob and Joseph?What shadows of the gospel is Jacob giving to Joseph?Why is it good news for us that God accomplishes all His purposes despite our efforts to accomplish our own?ActWhat does it look like for you to bless someone?Is there someone in your life whom you are exhorting to believe God regularly?

Message from Jay Mosser on May 3, 2026

In this passage, the Apostle Paul addresses a deep question:

Join Pastors John Akana and Bob Fukui as they discuss Chapter topics within the book, The Time of The Signs by Barry Stagner.

Sunday Morning Bible StudyApril 26, 2026Rev. David BuchsGrace Lutheran Church, Little Rock, Arkansas

The story of Joseph continues the lineage of the people of Israel - God's chosen people. It is clear from beginning to end that God is more faithful to His people than they are to Him. We will see, in the life and times of Joseph, that in God's sovereign plan nothing is wasted. In the end, our lives, like Joseph's, will prove our great need for God's salvation and that his plans and purposes for our lives are good.DNA QuestionsDiscoverHow do you define success? Has that definition changed over the years? Do you put much thought into your future? If so, how and why? If not, why not? How would you describe a “sojourner”? Nurture What person has been the greatest blessing in your life? How?How does being a disciple of Christ Jesus affect your view of success? The future? Act As a disciple of Jesus Christ, how can you uniquely be a blessing to those around you?

The story of Joseph continues the lineage of the people of Israel - God's chosen people. It is clear from beginning to end that God is more faithful to His people than they are to Him. We will see, in the life and times of Joseph, that in God's sovereign plan nothing is wasted. In the end, our lives, like Joseph's, will prove our great need for God's salvation and that his plans and purposes for our lives are good.DNA QuestionsDiscoverHow do you define success? Has that definition changed over the years? Do you put much thought into your future? If so, how and why? If not, why not? How would you describe a “sojourner”? Nurture What person has been the greatest blessing in your life? How?How does being a disciple of Christ Jesus affect your view of success? The future? Act As a disciple of Jesus Christ, how can you uniquely be a blessing to those around you?

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The story of Joseph continues the lineage of the people of Israel - God's chosen people.  It is clear from beginning to end that God is more faithful to His people than they are to Him.  We will see, in the life and times of Joseph, that in God's sovereign plan nothing is wasted.  In the end, our lives, like Joseph's, will prove our great need for God's salvation and that his plans and purposes for our lives are good. DNA Questions - Genesis 46DiscoverWhy did God need to tell Jacob not to be afraid?What is the significance of all the names?Why is it important that they were shepherds?NurtureWhen was the last time you stepped out in obedience to God?When was the last time you experienced God coming through for you?How does the gospel empower you to be the truest version of yourself?ActWhat would it look like for you to build an "altar" in your home, work, and play?

The story of Joseph continues the lineage of the people of Israel - God's chosen people.  It is clear from beginning to end that God is more faithful to His people than they are to Him.  We will see, in the life and times of Joseph, that in God's sovereign plan nothing is wasted.  In the end, our lives, like Joseph's, will prove our great need for God's salvation and that his plans and purposes for our lives are good. DNA Questions - Genesis 46DiscoverWhy did God need to tell Jacob not to be afraid?What is the significance of all the names?Why is it important that they were shepherds?NurtureWhen was the last time you stepped out in obedience to God?When was the last time you experienced God coming through for you?How does the gospel empower you to be the truest version of yourself?ActWhat would it look like for you to build an "altar" in your home, work, and play?

Join Pastor Tony as he unpacks how Gentiles are grafted into God's promises and God's redemptive plan for ethnic Israel during the coming tribulation period.For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org

The story of Joseph continues the lineage of the people of Israel - God's chosen people.  It is clear from beginning to end that God is more faithful to His people than they are to Him.  We will see, in the life and times of Joseph, that in God's sovereign plan nothing is wasted.  In the end, our lives, like Joseph's, will prove our great need for God's salvation and that his plans and purposes for our lives are good. DNA Questions - Genesis 45DiscoverWhy would it have been emotional for Joseph to reveal himself to his brothers?Why is it important for Joseph to tell his brothers that God sent him?What does Jacob mean when he says "It is enough"?NurtureHow do your emotions impact your close relationships?What most interferes with your ability to be present with people?How does the gospel empower us to extend and actually receive grace?ActWhat is one thing you could do to be more present with those you love?What grace do you need to extend this week and what grace do you need to receive?

The story of Joseph continues the lineage of the people of Israel - God's chosen people.  It is clear from beginning to end that God is more faithful to His people than they are to Him.  We will see, in the life and times of Joseph, that in God's sovereign plan nothing is wasted.  In the end, our lives, like Joseph's, will prove our great need for God's salvation and that his plans and purposes for our lives are good. DNA Questions - Genesis 45DiscoverWhy would it have been emotional for Joseph to reveal himself to his brothers?Why is it important for Joseph to tell his brothers that God sent him?What does Jacob mean when he says "It is enough"?NurtureHow do your emotions impact your close relationships?What most interferes with your ability to be present with people?How does the gospel empower us to extend and actually receive grace?ActWhat is one thing you could do to be more present with those you love?What grace do you need to extend this week and what grace do you need to receive?

Hosts Pastor Robert Baltodano and Pastor Lloyd Pulley Question Timestamps: John, email (2:47) - Has Israel ever possessed the entirety of the land described in Numbers 34? Jose, email (6:28) - Is modern Israel God's chosen people? Robert, OR (10:53) - Can you explain Romans 9 verses 6 and 7? Who is the Israel of God in Galatians 6 verse 16? Victor, NJ (19:38) - Where were we before we were born? How long did it take God to create the Earth? Was Jesus aware of who He was from when He was a baby? Geraldine, NY (25:52) - Will people that get saved after the Rapture but before the Tribulation go to heaven when they die? Ed, VA (35:31) - Why did God make us, knowing how the world would be? Stephanie, NJ (39:54) - Am I wrong to want to stay at my church instead of going to a new church with my husband? Susan, NY (42:54) - Can you explain John 14 verses 1 to 4? Why do we need to wait for heaven, if the Holy Spirit is already in us? Rita, NY (49:48) - Is there anywhere in the New Testament that says how much we should tithe? Eric, NJ (53:27) - How was Jesus able to be calm during Judas's betrayal? Ask Your Questions: Call: 888-712-7434 Email: Answers@bbtlive.org

“God bless Israel… God bless Israel…” — but what's really going on?In this episode of Neph 2 America, Raven and TopLobsta break down the media narrative surrounding Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel, and escalating tensions with Iran, while questioning how U.S. foreign policy messaging is being shaped in real time.The conversation opens with the now-running bit of repeating “God bless Israel”, highlighting how often political rhetoric is echoed without context. From there, the episode dives into the role of Netanyahu in shaping global conflict narratives, and how public messaging frames Israel as either defensive or aggressive depending on the outlet.Topics explored in this episode:The constant repetition of “God bless Israel” messagingBenjamin Netanyahu's role in current geopolitical tensionsThe Israel–Iran conflict narrative and escalation scenariosWhether the U.S. is acting independently or in alignment with IsraelMedia framing and how speeches are presented to the publicThe idea of America functioning as an “attack dog” in foreign policySatirical breakdown of political talking pointsThe episode blends comedy, skepticism, and geopolitical commentary, creating a chaotic but insightful look at how war narratives, political messaging, and public perception are formed.

Pastor Jeff Schwarzentraub proclaims that God keeps His word—or nothing else matters—especially His everlasting covenant with Israel, as vivid in Jeremiah 31:35-37: as long as sun, moon, and stars endure, Israel remains His nation. He unpacks scriptures like Hebrews 8, Galatians 3, and Romans 11, refuting claims God rejected or replaced Israel. God's sovereign promises to Abraham stand firm, uniting Jew and Gentile in Christ's new covenant while preserving Israel's future salvation. Trust His authoritative voice today. Speaker: Jeff Schwarzentraub

The story of Joseph continues the lineage of the people of Israel - God's chosen people.  It is clear from beginning to end that God is more faithful to His people than they are to Him.  We will see, in the life and times of Joseph, that in God's sovereign plan nothing is wasted.  In the end, our lives, like Joseph's, will prove our great need for God's salvation and that his plans and purposes for our lives are good. DNA Questions Discover:- Why does Joseph plant the cup in Benjamin's sack?- What is significant about Judah's statement: "God has found out the guilt of your servants..."?- What do we learn about Judah's heart by the end of the chapter?Nurture:- Is it possible that God's love for us is similar to Jacob's love for Benjamin?- In what ways does this story lead us to the gospel of Jesus?- How does the gospel break down walls of hostility?Act:- Believing the gospel, is there anything you could do in moving towards someone in forgiveness and reconciliation?

The story of Joseph continues the lineage of the people of Israel - God's chosen people.  It is clear from beginning to end that God is more faithful to His people than they are to Him.  We will see, in the life and times of Joseph, that in God's sovereign plan nothing is wasted.  In the end, our lives, like Joseph's, will prove our great need for God's salvation and that his plans and purposes for our lives are good. DNA Questions Discover:- Why does Joseph plant the cup in Benjamin's sack?- What is significant about Judah's statement: "God has found out the guilt of your servants..."?- What do we learn about Judah's heart by the end of the chapter?Nurture:- Is it possible that God's love for us is similar to Jacob's love for Benjamin?- In what ways does this story lead us to the gospel of Jesus?- How does the gospel break down walls of hostility?Act:- Believing the gospel, is there anything you could do in moving towards someone in forgiveness and reconciliation?

Is the modern nation of Israel the people of God today? In this episode, Pastor George Sayour examines one of the most debated questions in Christian theology: Who is the true Israel?From a historic Reformed perspective, this teaching explores the biblical relationship between Israel and the Church and how the New Testament interprets the promises made to God’s people. Looking at key passages from both the Old and New Testaments, Pastor Sayour explains the covenantal view that the Church is the fulfillment of Israel, and what that means for how Christians should understand God’s promises, prophecy, and the identity of the people of God.This episode offers a clear and biblical framework for thinking about Israel, the Church, and the unfolding of God’s redemptive plan. Topics include:Is modern Israel the covenant people of God?What does the Bible mean by “true Israel”?How the New Testament interprets Old Testament promisesThe Reformed understanding of Israel and the ChurchIf you’re trying to understand the biblical relationship between Israel and the Church, this discussion provides a thoughtful Reformed explanation rooted in Scripture.

Is the modern nation of Israel the people of God today? In this episode, Pastor George Sayour examines one of the most debated questions in Christian theology: Who is the true Israel?From a historic Reformed perspective, this teaching explores the biblical relationship between Israel and the Church and how the New Testament interprets the promises made to God's people. Looking at key passages from both the Old and New Testaments, Pastor Sayour explains the covenantal view that the Church is the fulfillment of Israel, and what that means for how Christians should understand God's promises, prophecy, and the identity of the people of God.This episode offers a clear and biblical framework for thinking about Israel, the Church, and the unfolding of God's redemptive plan. Topics include:Is modern Israel the covenant people of God?What does the Bible mean by “true Israel”?How the New Testament interprets Old Testament promisesThe Reformed understanding of Israel and the ChurchIf you're trying to understand the biblical relationship between Israel and the Church, this discussion provides a thoughtful Reformed explanation rooted in Scripture.Watch all of our videos and subscribe to our channel for the latest content >HereHere

Is the modern nation of Israel the people of God today? In this episode, Pastor George Sayour examines one of the most debated questions in Christian theology: Who is the true Israel?From a historic Reformed perspective, this teaching explores the biblical relationship between Israel and the Church and how the New Testament interprets the promises made to God’s people. Looking at key passages from both the Old and New Testaments, Pastor Sayour explains the covenantal view that the Church is the fulfillment of Israel, and what that means for how Christians should understand God’s promises, prophecy, and the identity of the people of God.This episode offers a clear and biblical framework for thinking about Israel, the Church, and the unfolding of God’s redemptive plan. Topics include:Is modern Israel the covenant people of God?What does the Bible mean by “true Israel”?How the New Testament interprets Old Testament promisesThe Reformed understanding of Israel and the ChurchIf you’re trying to understand the biblical relationship between Israel and the Church, this discussion provides a thoughtful Reformed explanation rooted in Scripture.

"Your Old Nature & Your New Nature"Genesis 33The Book of Genesis Series - In The Beginning, GodPastor Nate ClarkeMarch 15, 2026Join us Easter Sunday at our new church building April 5th7339 Atlee Road, Mechanicsville VAVirginia's proposed Constitutional amendments on Abortion & Marriage - How to VOTE BIBLICALLY: https://youtu.be/Y8z8xTFsOn8How should Christians respond to wickedness in the world? https://youtu.be/2OJUIM9YRwASERMON NOTES:- Genesis 33:1-4- Genesis 33:12-20- Your old nature & your new nature - Encounters with God will bear the fruit of transformation- Jacob: “heel grabber”   Israel: “God rules / prevails”- 2 Corinthians 5:17- Signs of a transformed Jacob:    - He now goes ahead to meet Esau. New courage.- Genesis 33:3    - He humbles himself by bowing 7X. Surrendered humility.- Genesis 33:3- Sanctification (discipleship) doesn't happen at one time, but over time.- From Genesis 33-50, “Jacob” is used 45x and “Israel” is used 23x- Signs of doubt and struggle for Jacob:    - He ordered his people based on emotional priorities.- Genesis 33:6-7    - He insisted Esau receive his gifts- Genesis 33:8-11    - He settled short of where God called him- Genesis 33:18- Matthew 7:15-20- If your name is Israel, how long are you going to live like your name is Jacob?- Hebrews 5:11-14- Philippians 2:12-13- Ephesians 4:22-24- Romans 12:2- It only takes 1 day to obey God, but disobedience can delay you for years.Oasis Church exists to Worship God, Equip the believers, and Reach the lost.We are led by Pastor Nate Clarke and are located in Mechanicsville outside Richmond in Central Virginia.STAY CONNECTEDInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/oasischurchva/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OasisChurchRVA/Website: https://oasischurch.online

The story of Joseph continues the lineage of the people of Israel - God's chosen people. It is clear from beginning to end that God is more faithful to His people than they are to Him. We will see, in the life and times of Joseph, that in God's sovereign plan nothing is wasted. In the end, our lives, like Joseph's, will prove our great need for God's salvation and that his plans and purposes for our lives are good.Discover:- Genesis 43 shows God orchestrating famine, fear, and family tension to move His covenant people toward healing. How does this chapter deepen your understanding of God's sovereign goodness and how it is never at odds with His sovereignty?- The narrative moves the family of Jacob one step closer to becoming the nation through whom the Messiah will come. How does this chapter help you see that redemption is unfolding even when not evident in the moment?- Joseph's mercy toward his brothers—preparing a feast instead of judgment—echoes a pattern repeated throughout Scripture. How does this scene fit into the larger biblical motif of God turning judgment into grace, a pattern that ultimately culminates in Christ?Nurture:- Jacob's reluctant surrender of Benjamin exposes both his fear and his faith. How does this tension mirror our own struggle to trust a God who is both wise enough to rule the universe and good enough to care for us?- The brothers assume Joseph intends harm when he intends blessing. What does this reveal about the human heart's tendency to misread God's providence, and how does this challenge our assumptions about His character in seasons of confusion?- Joseph's emotional response to Benjamin—compassion that overflows into tears—reflects a God who is not cold or distant. How does this glimpse of tender, pursuing mercy line up with your understanding of the heart of Christ toward sinners?Act:- Judah offers himself as a substitute for Benjamin. How does seeing this pattern in Genesis 43 invite you to live with deeper gratitude and confidence in Jesus as the true and better Substitute?- The chapter ends with the brothers feasting in the presence of the one they once betrayed. How does this anticipate the gospel reality that Jesus welcomes His betrayers to His table, and what step might God be calling you to take toward someone who has wounded you?

The story of Joseph continues the lineage of the people of Israel - God's chosen people. It is clear from beginning to end that God is more faithful to His people than they are to Him. We will see, in the life and times of Joseph, that in God's sovereign plan nothing is wasted. In the end, our lives, like Joseph's, will prove our great need for God's salvation and that his plans and purposes for our lives are good.Discover:- Genesis 43 shows God orchestrating famine, fear, and family tension to move His covenant people toward healing. How does this chapter deepen your understanding of God's sovereign goodness and how it is never at odds with His sovereignty?- The narrative moves the family of Jacob one step closer to becoming the nation through whom the Messiah will come. How does this chapter help you see that redemption is unfolding even when not evident in the moment?- Joseph's mercy toward his brothers—preparing a feast instead of judgment—echoes a pattern repeated throughout Scripture. How does this scene fit into the larger biblical motif of God turning judgment into grace, a pattern that ultimately culminates in Christ?Nurture:- Jacob's reluctant surrender of Benjamin exposes both his fear and his faith. How does this tension mirror our own struggle to trust a God who is both wise enough to rule the universe and good enough to care for us?- The brothers assume Joseph intends harm when he intends blessing. What does this reveal about the human heart's tendency to misread God's providence, and how does this challenge our assumptions about His character in seasons of confusion?- Joseph's emotional response to Benjamin—compassion that overflows into tears—reflects a God who is not cold or distant. How does this glimpse of tender, pursuing mercy line up with your understanding of the heart of Christ toward sinners?Act:- Judah offers himself as a substitute for Benjamin. How does seeing this pattern in Genesis 43 invite you to live with deeper gratitude and confidence in Jesus as the true and better Substitute?- The chapter ends with the brothers feasting in the presence of the one they once betrayed. How does this anticipate the gospel reality that Jesus welcomes His betrayers to His table, and what step might God be calling you to take toward someone who has wounded you?

 Rabbi Ron Goldberg was raised in a Jewish family in New York City.  He began sneaking out to church during his senior year of High School. A friend then gave him the "forbidden" New Testament to read and he soon discovered that Yeshua (Jesus) really is the Jewish Messiah. "After coming to faith in Messiah Yeshua my parents thought about having a funeral for me," Ron stated. "Instead, they sent me to a rabbi for deprogramming and intensive counseling!"His relationship with his parents was very difficult for several years but giving them grandchildren helped restore it. Rabbi Goldberg's wife, Vinu and he, are an inter-faith couple with 5 children.Since 1989 he has served at Messianic Congregations and spoken at churches and Bible studies. "God has called me to raise my voice like a shofar (Isa. 58). I teach about Israel, the Messiah of Israel and the Feasts of Israel (God's Appointments with His children).

Have you ever wondered why God's heart beats so strongly for Israel? Through an unbreakable covenant, God chose Israel not for their greatness, but to display His faithfulness to all nations. Pastor Jeff unpacks how God initiated, secured, and promises to restore His relationship with Israel—a relationship as eternal as the stars in the sky. For Christians today, standing with Israel isn't political; it's biblical. Through Israel came our Jewish Messiah, Jesus Christ. Discover God's unchanging love for His chosen people in this enlightening message. Speaker: Jeff Schwarzentraub

The story of Joseph continues the lineage of the people of Israel - God's chosen people. It is clear from beginning to end that God is more faithful to His people than they are to Him. We will see, in the life and times of Joseph, that in God's sovereign plan nothing is wasted. In the end, our lives, like Joseph's, will prove our great need for God's salvation and that his plans and purposes for our lives are good.DNA Questions: Genesis 41Discover:Why is it important that we know Joseph was in prison for two years?What is different about Joseph in this story from the previous chapter?How does Joseph show that he is for Pharaoh? Nurture:How has God shown you that His timing is perfect?How has God worked peace (Shalom) in your life?How is Jesus the ultimate peace-maker? Act:How do we become better listeners?How do we become better counselors for one another?

The story of Joseph continues the lineage of the people of Israel - God's chosen people. It is clear from beginning to end that God is more faithful to His people than they are to Him. We will see, in the life and times of Joseph, that in God's sovereign plan nothing is wasted. In the end, our lives, like Joseph's, will prove our great need for God's salvation and that his plans and purposes for our lives are good.DNA Questions: Genesis 41Discover:Why is it important that we know Joseph was in prison for two years?What is different about Joseph in this story from the previous chapter?How does Joseph show that he is for Pharaoh? Nurture:How has God shown you that His timing is perfect?How has God worked peace (Shalom) in your life?How is Jesus the ultimate peace-maker? Act:How do we become better listeners?How do we become better counselors for one another?

The story of Joseph continues the lineage of the people of Israel - God's chosen people. It is clear from beginning to end that God is more faithful to His people than they are to Him. We will see, in the life and times of Joseph, that in God's sovereign plan nothing is wasted. In the end, our lives, like Joseph's, will prove our great need for God's salvation and that his plans and purposes for our lives are good.DNA Questions - Genesis 40Discover:How many different ways do you see God working in the lives of the characters in the story?What is the significance of Joseph's statement: Do not interpretations belong to God?"What is the significance of the cupbearer forgetting Joseph? Nurture:Do you have a desire to do something great for the Kingdom? What does your heart long to do?Where do you see God preparing you?How does the gospel empower a willingness to step out and take a risk for the Kingdom? ActWhat small piece of faithfulness do you need to steward in your life right now?What step of obedience is God calling you to take not because you feel prepared, but because you trust Him?

The story of Joseph continues the lineage of the people of Israel - God's chosen people. It is clear from beginning to end that God is more faithful to His people than they are to Him. We will see, in the life and times of Joseph, that in God's sovereign plan nothing is wasted. In the end, our lives, like Joseph's, will prove our great need for God's salvation and that his plans and purposes for our lives are good.DNA Questions - Genesis 40Discover:How many different ways do you see God working in the lives of the characters in the story?What is the significance of Joseph's statement: Do not interpretations belong to God?"What is the significance of the cupbearer forgetting Joseph? Nurture:Do you have a desire to do something great for the Kingdom? What does your heart long to do?Where do you see God preparing you?How does the gospel empower a willingness to step out and take a risk for the Kingdom? ActWhat small piece of faithfulness do you need to steward in your life right now?What step of obedience is God calling you to take not because you feel prepared, but because you trust Him?

MILLENNIAL TAPROOT: The LORD God of Israel = God the Son by Daniel D. LeLong M.S. https://www.amazon.com/MILLENNIAL-TAPROOT-LORD-God-Israel-ebook/dp/B0FPYVRGV6 Methylfolate-graymatternutrigenomic.com/ Early praise for Millennial Taproot: “I found it to be concise and intelligent… It is a book I will continue to keep on my bookshelf and enjoy.”- Elder Howard Jeffers, East Moorefield (West Virginia) Seventh-Day Adventist Church “An insightful assessment of present day culture, yet the abiding assurance of Chris’s sovereignty.” -Pastor Rick Waltz, Sovereign Grace Baptist Church, Lycoming County Pennsylvania “It is written at a high level.” -K.V. Rathnam Author Bio: Daniel D. Lelong is an eight generation Believer in the LORD Jesus Christ, a Mensan, and an archer. He holds a bachelor's degree in physchology, and a quantitative master's degree in administrative science. He attended and studied Messianic congregations for ten years, and actively evangelizes. He rejoices in systemic theology due righteousness, teaching youths and adults, praise and worship, and anabolization of true leadership.

“Why are you crying?” The question was asked by a volunteer for a Christian relief ministry helping those whose homes had been destroyed by Hurricane Helene. The woman (who had burst into tears in the previous moment) replied, “I’m not crying because I lost everything. I’m crying because love just showed up.” God’s heart shows itself in His desire that we help those in need. When Moses gave the people of Israel God’s instructions before they entered the land He’d promised them, he told them, “Do not be hardhearted or tightfisted” toward the poor. “Rather, be openhanded and freely lend them whatever they need” (Deuteronomy 15:7-8). Their hearts toward the poor were to reflect God’s own: “Give generously to them and do so without a grudging heart” (15:10). Whether in disaster situations or everyday life, when we give to those in need out of the blessings God has kindly given us, we make evident the love of His Son, who came “to proclaim good news to the poor” (Luke 4:18). In fact, God promises He “will bless” those who share His unselfishness with others (Deuteronomy 15:10), both in this life and the next (see Luke 14:14). We can’t see God yet, but others may catch a glimpse of Him when we emulate His compassion for them. May His love show up as kindness through us today.

The story of Joseph continues the lineage of the people of Israel - God's chosen people. It is clear from beginning to end that God is more faithful to His people than they are to Him. We will see, in the life and times of Joseph, that in God's sovereign plan nothing is wasted. In the end, our lives, like Joseph's, will prove our great need for God's salvation and that his plans and purposes for our lives are good. DNA Questions - Genesis 39DiscoverWhat does this story tell us about what it means to have God "with us"?How was God preparing Joseph for this moment?What is the significance that God showed Joseph His steadfast love? NurtureHow do you most relate to this story...the God of this story?How does this story help us fight sin and temptation?How does the gospel of Jesus change the way we interpret the moral of the story? ActWhat would be different about your life tomorrow if you actually believed that God was with you?What new piece of armor in the war against sin do you have from this story? 

The story of Joseph continues the lineage of the people of Israel - God's chosen people. It is clear from beginning to end that God is more faithful to His people than they are to Him. We will see, in the life and times of Joseph, that in God's sovereign plan nothing is wasted. In the end, our lives, like Joseph's, will prove our great need for God's salvation and that his plans and purposes for our lives are good. DNA Questions - Genesis 39DiscoverWhat does this story tell us about what it means to have God "with us"?How was God preparing Joseph for this moment?What is the significance that God showed Joseph His steadfast love? NurtureHow do you most relate to this story...the God of this story?How does this story help us fight sin and temptation?How does the gospel of Jesus change the way we interpret the moral of the story? ActWhat would be different about your life tomorrow if you actually believed that God was with you?What new piece of armor in the war against sin do you have from this story? 

Hosts Pastor Robert Baltodano and Pastor Lloyd Pulley Question Timestamps: Charlie, NJ (1:59) - Are the angels of the Lord considered holy? Why is Psalm 119 divided up with the word "selah?" Coty, email (4:47) - Are elders supposed to have the gift of teaching in order to be an elder? Can someone be an elder without the gift of teaching? Caleb, ID (6:52) - During the first Passover, Pharaoh wasn't killed. Does this mean he wasn't a firstborn? Carol, NJ (8:18) - If we get cremated when we die, how do we get resurrected bodies? Nancy, email (10:06) - Do you have any recommendations for a book on the end times? Dolores, NJ (14:55) - Is cremation a form of desecrating the body? Anonymous, VA (18:13) - Who "kills and destroys" when the Bible says that the "thief comes to steal, kill, and destroy?" What are "trespasses?" Gary, Facebook (23:36) - What are your thoughts on using real wine during communion? Debbie, YouTube (26:25) - Did Elijah and Enoch receive glorified bodies? If so, are they the two witnesses in Revelation? Will they take on earthly bodies? Luisa, NY (35:34) - Were the robbers, on either side of Jesus on the cross, murderers? How do you explain "absent from the body is present with the Lord" and "the graves will be emptied and the dead in Christ will rise?" Aren't these phrases contradictory? Jeff, NJ (39:59) - Why was Israel God's chosen race? Did Moses ever reunite with his mother? John, KY (46:56) - Is God displeased with the idea of splitting up or giving away parts of Israel's land? Kevin, NJ (52:51) - How would you deal with a loved one who was once a believer, but has left the faith because of life experiences and failures of church leadership? Ask Your Questions: 888-712-7434 Answers@bbtlive.org

The story of Joseph continues the lineage of the people of Israel - God's chosen people. It is clear from beginning to end that God is more faithful to His people than they are to Him. We will see, in the life and times of Joseph, that in God's sovereign plan nothing is wasted. In the end, our lives, like Joseph's, will prove our great need for God's salvation and that his plans and purposes for our lives are good. DNA Questions: Genesis 38DiscoverWhat is the importance to this story that Judah went down from his brothers?What does the death of Judah's sons tell us about God's grace?What does this story teach us about the entangled-ness of sin? NurtureWhat does verse 26 tell us about the implications of the gospel?Do you experience repentance and faith on a regular basis?What would believing the gospel free you to be more honest about? ActWhat would it look like for you to enter into deeper community or deepen the community in which you are already involved?What would repentance and faith look like for you this week?

The story of Joseph continues the lineage of the people of Israel - God's chosen people. It is clear from beginning to end that God is more faithful to His people than they are to Him. We will see, in the life and times of Joseph, that in God's sovereign plan nothing is wasted. In the end, our lives, like Joseph's, will prove our great need for God's salvation and that his plans and purposes for our lives are good. DNA Questions: Genesis 38DiscoverWhat is the importance to this story that Judah went down from his brothers?What does the death of Judah's sons tell us about God's grace?What does this story teach us about the entangled-ness of sin? NurtureWhat does verse 26 tell us about the implications of the gospel?Do you experience repentance and faith on a regular basis?What would believing the gospel free you to be more honest about? ActWhat would it look like for you to enter into deeper community or deepen the community in which you are already involved?What would repentance and faith look like for you this week?

The story of Joseph continues the lineage of the people of Israel - God's chosen people. It is clear from beginning to end that God is more faithful to His people than they are to Him. We will see, in the life and times of Joseph, that in God's sovereign plan nothing is wasted. In the end, our lives, like Joseph's, will prove our great need for God's salvation and that his plans and purposes for our lives are good. DNA Questions:DiscoverWhat does Schechem tell us about this story?What does Dothan tell us about this story?In what ways is God protecting everyone in this story? NurtureHow do you define grace and how does it play out in your life?How does this story challenge your view of grace?What in your heart and life are you needing God's help for healing? ActHow does God's radical grace impact your prayer life?What obedience does God's radical grace energize in your life?