POPULARITY
Categories
God now codifies what is to happen at the Feast of Weeks. First of all, it is to be fifty days after the waving of the sheaf offering, which means that the day of the Sabbath was to change year by year. This is important when we think of the resurrection which the sheaf represents, because it was fifty days after the resurrection of Christ that the Holy Spirit was poured out. The Feast of Weeks is done in remembrance of the giving of the law on tablets of stone at Mt. Sinai and was given to point forward to the giving of the law in the hearts of believers at Pentecost through the Holy Spirit. At Pentecost, they were to wave two large loaves of leavened bread because unlike the Feast of Unleavened Bread which represented the gospel not spreading from Israel, the Feast of Weeks is a picture of the Word of God going through the whole world. Also, more animals needed to be sacrificed for Pentecost and not just burnt offerings, but sin and peace offerings as well. With Israel being the people of God, there was no eternal forgiveness in the making of them as a people unlike in the New Covenant where sin was actually taken away. It is about where there is true peace with God. Israel was never at peace with God, but the visible church does have peace with God even as it is a mixed multitude. Then lastly, God ends by putting aside all of the symbolic offerings and speaks plainly. You must leave the corners of the fields for the poor and stranger. They would not have understood the symbolism of the offerings, but they had a duty to understand that. They had a duty to care for their neighbor.
In today's episode I sit down with with Dr. Tom Hildebrandt, clinical psychologist and director at Mount Sinai's Center for Excellence in Eating and Weight Disorders, to unpack the difference between disordered eating and eating disorders—and why that distinction matters. We dive into how to foster healthy food environments at home, when (and how) to talk to your kids about food and body image, and why regular family meals might be your best defense against future struggles. Plus: the impact of food delivery culture, what to do when kids self-soothe with snacks, and how to respond if you suspect something deeper is going on.Link to Mount Sinai's Center for Excellence in Eating and Weight Disorders, HEREI WROTE MY FIRST BOOK! Order your copy of The Five Principles of Parenting: Your Essential Guide to Raising Good Humans Here: https://bit.ly/3rMLMsLSubscribe to my free newsletter for parenting tips delivered straight to your inbox: draliza.substack.com Follow me on Instagram for more:@raisinggoodhumanspodcast Sponsors:Great Wolf Lodge: Learn more at GreatWolf.comWayfair: Head over to Wayfair.com and find something that's just your style todayGabb: Sign up to Gabb today– no contract required– at GABB.com/HUMANSFast Growing Trees: Get an ADDITIONAL FIFTEEN PERCENT OFF at FastGrowingTrees.com using the code HUMANS at checkoutQuince: Go to Quince.com/humans for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your orderBeam: Shop beam.com/HUMANS and use code HUMANS for up to 35% offPlease note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Welcome to Day 2611 of Wisdom-Trek, and thank you for joining me. This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom – Theology Thursday – “Jesus Is God: Jude and Peter Tell Me So.” - I Dare You Not To Bore Me With The Bible. Wisdom-Trek Podcast Script - Day 2611 Welcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps! I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on Day 2611 of our Trek. The Purpose of Wisdom-Trek is to create a legacy of wisdom, to seek out discernment and insights, and to boldly grow where few have chosen to grow before. Today is the 52nd lesson in our segment, Theology Thursday. Utilizing excerpts from a book titled: I Dare You Not To Bore Me With The Bible written by Hebrew Bible scholar and professor the late Dr. Michael S Heiser, we will invest a couple of years going through the entire Bible, exploring short Biblical lessons that you may not have received in Bible classes or Church. The Bible is a wonderful book. Its pages reveal the epic story of God's redemption of humankind and the long, bitter conflict against evil. Yet it's also a book that seems strange to us. While God's Word was written for us, it wasn't written to us. Today's lesson is: “Jesus Is God: Jude and Peter Tell Me So.” The epistles of Peter and Jude are often overlooked in preaching and Bible study. Not only are they nestled among the more popular letters of Paul and the book of Revelation, but portions of these epistles sound odd to our modern sensibilities. That wasn't the case in the first century. We can better grasp the meaning of these letters if we understand what they have in common with influential ancient Jewish and Christian writings that were circulating at the time. One of those literary works is known to us today as 1 Enoch, a book Peter and Jude draw upon in their letters. Jews and Christians of antiquity considered books such as 1 Enoch important resources for understanding biblical books and their theology. Peter and Jude were no exception. For example, Jude 14-15 draws directly from 1 Enoch. 1 Enoch 1:9 Behold, he comes with the myriads of his holy ones, to execute judgment on all, and to destroy all the wicked, and to convict all flesh for all the wicked deeds that they have done, and the proud and hard words that wicked sinners spoke against him. Jude 14-15 It was also about these that Enoch, the seventh from Adam, prophesied, saying, “Behold, the Lord comes with ten thousands of his holy ones, to execute judgment on all and to convict all the ungodly of all their deeds of ungodliness that they have committed in such an ungodly way, and of all the harsh things that ungodly sinners have spoken against him.” All of the ideas found in 1 Enoch 1:9 can be found in three Old Testament passages (Jer 25:30-31; Isa 66:15-16; Zech 14:5). Rather than quote all three, Jude quotes the verse in 1 Enoch that combines them. But the real point of interest isn't Jude's succinctness; it's his interpretation of 1 Enoch, as well as the Old Testament. In 1 Enoch 1:9 it is the “Great Holy One” (God) who is “coming with myriads of holy ones” from Sinai (1 Enoch 1:4) and who has promised to come to earth in the day of the Lord for final judgment. For Jude (as well as Mark and Paul; compare Mark 8:38; 1 Thess 3:13) this event is transformed into the return of Jesus Christ (Jude 17-18). By naming...
The Ten Commandments weren't just a set of rules—they were a revelation of God's character and a reminder we can't make it on our own. In this episode, we unpack what it means that Jesus fulfilled the law, why faith is the only way, and how it all leads to Easter.
Growing In God Podcast Web Description: The Lord begged the church in Laodicea to open the door to Him, so He could dine with them. This need to dine with God does not make sense to our Christian thinking. But it makes total sense in the Hebraic context of making a covenant over a meal. God is knocking on the door of the Church in this day. And regardless of how far removed we are from Him, if we open the door, He will make a covenant with us to bring us into everything He has promised. Show Notes: The Laodicean church was a lost church, having fallen away from God. Yet Laodicea received one of the greatest opportunities offered to any church mentioned in Revelation. No matter what their violations were or how far they had fallen, Christ was knocking at their door asking to come in. Like Laodicea our nation has moved far away from God. But the opportunity remains the same. Christ is standing at the door knocking because He wants to be let back into our lives and our society. No matter how great the violations have been, He wants to meet with us again. He wants us to come in and dine with Him. This is what happens when we open the door to the Lord. He sits down with us, and we have a meal together. Why is that important? It was during meals that covenants and agreements were made. For the covenant at Sinai, God instructed Moses to bring the elders of Israel up the mountain where they had a meal together with the Lord. Christ declared a new covenant in His blood at a Passover meal with His disciples. Along with God coming back into our lives, He wants to make a new agreement, in other words, a new covenant with us. Even though we have strayed far away from Him like the church in Laodicea, God wants to make a new agreement with us to walk with Him. As Christians we have failed God just as Israel failed Him at Sinai. But God already knows we are going to fail. The point is that He is always there knocking on the door of our hearts, and we can let Him in. We can let Him make a new covenant with each of us to write His Word on our hearts and lead us into a greater oneness with Him. Key Verses: • Revelation 3:20. “If anyone … opens the door, I will come in to him and will dine with him.” • 1 Corinthians 11:23–26. “He took the cup also after supper, saying, ‘This cup is the new covenant in My blood.'” • Exodus 24:3–11. “They saw God, and they ate and drank.” • Jeremiah 31:31–34. “I will make a new covenant.” • Romans 8:3. “What the Law could not do, weak as it was through the flesh, God did.” Quotes: • “When Christ is standing at the door knocking, He's not just planning to come in to us and abide with us. He's saying, ‘I'm going to dine with you.' And I believe He's pointing to the fact that there will be a new covenant that will be made.” • “Christ is saying, ‘Look, I'm standing at the door and knocking.' He is not talking to Israel here. In the book of Revelation, in chapter 3, He's talking to a church. He's talking to the Christians saying, ‘You guys have really failed Me in this. But I'm not rejecting you, just as I'm not rejecting Israel.'” • “As Christ knew the Father when He was here, I believe there is more for us. And I believe that there is a meal that's waiting—a time of dining with Christ where He will bring an impartation to us that will be a new knowledge, a new understanding of Him, and a new way of walking with Him and the Father.” Takeaways: 1. In Revelation 3, we read Christ saying to Laodicea, “I stand at the door and knock; if anyone … opens the door, I will … dine with him.” Why would the Lord want to dine with us? We can understand that when we understand that covenants were made during a meal. God wants to make a covenant with us. 2. Christians have used the new covenant as a means of anti-Semitism, claiming that God rejected Israel because they failed the covenant at Sinai. But in the new covenant promised to Judah and Israel, God promises to accept them in spite of their failure. Laodicea represents the failure of Christians, but Christ also wanted to make a new covenant with them. 3. The promise of the new covenant is that we will all know Him, from the least to the greatest. But we are still being taught about God by someone else or by the history of religion or doctrine. We need to open the door to Him and receive from Him a new impartation of knowing the Father.
I caught up with Edgar Hoffman in the Sinai in Egypt, in the exact same place by the red sea where he developed a special relationship with a dolphin called Olin.We focus in on what makes these encounters with cetaceans special and meaningful, and why our society might want to pay more attention to what and how the cetaceans are communicating.https://www.amazon.com/DOLPHIN-HEART-Destiny-Edgar-Hoffman/dp/1697870678https://www.dolphinheart.org/https://youtu.be/BmIWYkGhy2M?si=h3-xXYs3eihXOu19email : edgardolphin@yahoo.co.uk
Holy Cross Monastery Online Store: https://holycross.org/collectionsHoly Cross Monastery Live Broadcast: https://youtube.com/channel/UCQ-sqeQbmgzrL0t8uFJm4EwPaypal Donation Link: https://paypal.com/us/fundraiser/charity/1336755Holy Cross Monastery is an English-speaking Orthodox Christian monastic brotherhood within the Russian Orthodox Church Outside of Russia in the Diocese of Eastern America & New York. Learn more about the life and ministry of the monastery at https://holycross.org.THE THIRD HOUR, which corresponds by our reckoning to the ninth hour of the morning, recalls how the Savior was judged by Pilate, there enduring countless mockeries, blows, beatings, and being crowned with a crown of thorns. Together with this, that which took place at this hour, as witnessed to in the Book of Acts, is also recalled - the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles. In accordance with this, corresponding psalms are selected. In ancient Horologia, beginning with the well known Horologion of the Sinai library from the eighth century, troparia were indicated together with the psalms we have today. At the reading of the Hours it is customary to read the Troparion and Kontakion hymns of the feast (if applicable) or of the saint of the day. However, in order to make the Hours herein available for general use throughout the Church year, the Troparion and Kontakion to the Holy Cross are used.Holy Cross Monastery Online Store: https://holycross.org/collections Holy Cross Monastery Live Broadcast: https://youtube.com/channel/UCQ-sqeQbmgzrL0t8uFJm4Ew Paypal Donation Link: https://paypal.com/us/fundraiser/charity/1336755 HOLY CROSS MONASTERY is an English-speaking Orthodox Christian monastic brotherhood within the Russian Orthodox Church Outside of Russia in the Diocese of Eastern America & New York. Learn more about the life and ministry of the monastery at https://holycross.org. Used with permission.
I'm so excited to welcome back Dr. Ethan Kross, psychologist, neuroscientist, and author of Chatter, for a fascinating conversation about the inner voice we all live with—and how it can help or hurt us. We talk about how to support our kids (and ourselves) when that voice gets loud, critical, or overwhelming. Ethan shares incredibly helpful, science-backed tools for calming the chatter, building resilience, and knowing when support turns into co-rumination.I WROTE MY FIRST BOOK! Order your copy of The Five Principles of Parenting: Your Essential Guide to Raising Good Humans Here: https://bit.ly/3rMLMsLSubscribe to my free newsletter for parenting tips delivered straight to your inbox: draliza.substack.com Follow me on Instagram for more:@raisinggoodhumanspodcast Sponsors:Great Wolf Lodge: Learn more at GreatWolf.comSaks.com: SHOP SAKS.COMVionic: Use code HUMANS at checkout for 15% off your entire order at www.vionicshoes.com when you log into your account. 1 time use onlyActive Skin Repair: Visit https://www.ActiveSkinRepair.com to learn more about Active Skin Repair and to get 20% off your order, use code: HUMANS.Wayfair: Head over to Wayfair.com and find something that's just your style todayKiwico: Get up to 50% off your first crate at kiwico.com, promo code RGHPlease note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In the 7th century, St. John of Mt. Sinai wrote a practical and theoretical synthesis of desert spirituality. This three-part series will explore how modern Christians can embrace these timeless principles amidst the busyness of contemporary life.
Crossroads Church Podcast
Today's Scripture passage is Numbers 10 - Numbers 11.Read by Ekemini Uwan. Get in The Word with Truth's Table is a production of InterVarsity Press. For 75 years, IVP has published and created thoughtful Christian books for the university, church, and the world. Our Bible reading plan is adapted from Bible Study Together, and the Bible version is the New English Translation, used by permission.SPECIAL OFFER | As a listener of this podcast, use the code IVPOD25 for 25% off any IVP resource mentioned in this episode at ivpress.com.Additional Credits:Song production: Seaux ChillSong lyrics written by: Seaux Chill, Ekemini Uwan, and Christina EdmondsonPodcast art: Kate LillardPhotography: Shelly EveBible consultant: JM SmithSound engineering: Podastery StudiosCreative producers: Ekemini Uwan and Christina EdmondsonAssistant producer: Christine Pelliccio MeloExecutive producer: Helen LeeDisclaimer: The comments, views, and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the host and/or the guests featured on the podcast and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of InterVarsity Press or InterVarsity Christian Fellowship.
Crossroads Church Podcast
In this episode, we explore the deeper meaning of freedom through the lens of Pesach. Freedom from Mitzrayim wasn't the final goal, it was the beginning of a transformative journey toward receiving the Torah at Mount Sinai. Join us as we discuss the phases of spiritual growth from exile to revelation, the inner Pharaohs we must confront, and why the second night of the Seder holds hidden power. With insights on emunah, humility, and the true purpose of redemption, this episode prepares you not just for Pesach, but for the journey ahead.Join the Conversation! Be part of our growing community—join the Shema Podcast for the Perplexed WhatsApp group to share feedback, discuss episodes, and suggest future topics. Click here to sign up.
France's president is jetting from Cairo to the Sinai, near the border with Gaza, to show that Europe has not forgotten the plight of Palestinians who are back under daily bombardment since the collapse of last month's ceasefire with Israel. But was there perhaps a more subtle message for Benjamin Netanyahu? The visit is taking place the same day that Israel's Supreme Court rules whether the prime minister unfairly wants to dismiss the head of the Shin Bet intelligence service. The service just happened to have launched a probe into two of Netanyahu's media advisors allegedly being on the take from Qatar. Are the pair behind a disinformation campaign against Egypt, with false claims of a troop buildup at the Gaza border? Either way, France's president stands by Egypt.Just 24 hours ago, we would have been asking why Netanyahu should care what Macron thinks, as long as Donald Trump has his back. But that was before an awkward visit by Netanyahu to the White House late on Monday. Did the US president catch his guest off guard when he announced the reopening of talks with Iran or praised Turkey? And what about that phone call Trump had before meeting Netanyahu with a certain Emmanuel Macron?Produced by Rebecca Gnignati, Ilayda Habip and Oihana Almandoz.
Esther Chs. 8+9 - the Jews fight against their enemies and after the victory begin the celebration which will become known as Purim. Calev Ben Dor explores the connections between the Jews of Purim and those at Sinai in explaining the nature of Jewish identity and obligation.Text here:https://www.sefaria.org/Esther.9?lang=bi
Listen along as we continue our series through Exodus. Notes//Quotes: Text for reading: Exodus 19:1-6 - Scott Title: Sinai pt. 2 “We can imagine our octogenarian mountaineer in joyful fellowship with the God whose patience he had exhausted at this spot some months earlier.” - Christopher Wright 10 “He found him in a desert land, and in the howling waste of the wilderness; he encircled him, he cared for him, he kept him as the apple of his eye. 11 Like an eagle that stirs up its nest, that flutters over its young, spreading out its wings, catching them, bearing them on its pinions, 12 the LORD alone guided him, no foreign god was with him.” —Deut. 32:10-12 ESV “Oh, that we had died by the hand of the Lord in the land of Egypt, when we sat by the pots of meat and when we ate bread to the full! For you have brought us out into this wilderness to kill this whole assembly with hunger.” - Exodus 16:3 NKJV “It's three months since they've left Egypt. They started a new calendar the moment they stepped foot out of Egypt. So now time is being reckoned in relation to his work of deliverance. And he tells them, we're entering into covenant. If you obey me and keep my covenant, then out of all the nations, you're going to be my treasured possession.” - Carmen Imes “9 But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for his own possession, that you may proclaim the excellencies of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light. 10 Once you were not a people, but now you are God's people; once you had not received mercy, but now you have received mercy. - 1 Peter 2:9&10 ESV
April 7, 2025Today's Reading: Isaiah 43:16-21Daily Lectionary: Exodus 2:1-22; Mark 14:32-52“Remember not the former things, nor consider the things of old. Behold, I am doing a new thing;” (Isaiah 43:18-19a) In the name of + Jesus. Amen. Perhaps our Lord misspoke when divinely inspiring Isaiah to write the words set forth for us in today's reading. At best, it seems like the Lord God is contradicting Himself a bit with these words. Are we sure that God meant it when He said, “Remember not the former things?” Are we sure He wants us to forget what we have done? After all, this is the very God who knows all, makes all, directs all, and is all the omnis from Luther's Small Catechism. How can THAT God tell us we should forget the past? Does He? Remember this is the same God who told Moses on Mt. Sinai, “I the Lord your God am a jealous God, visiting the iniquity of the fathers on the children to the third and the fourth generation of those who hate me” (Exodus 20:5). Does the God who visits iniquity really forget what you have done? So, what is God trying to tell us? First, take note of His words in Exodus 20. Remember, and do not forget, that He is the Judge of the living and the dead. Meaning He remembers iniquity. Here, though, He is clearly talking to those who are lost in their sin, who see no need for repentance, and who have followed the ways of their forefathers. But He confidently calls us, who are called according to His purpose. We who are sanctified, redeemed, and marked to “Remember not the former things.” Forget the past! Why? Because, as He says through the prophet Isaiah, “Behold, I am doing a new thing” (Isaiah 43:10a). You are the new thing! He is making you into His new creation. He does so once at your Baptism and daily through confession and Absolution. Our Lord forgets the past. That is what the Psalmist David tells us. Remember what David did and the forgiveness and cleansing that he needed? After that, he wrote these familiar words: “As far as the east is from the west, so far does he remove our transgressions from us” (Psalm 103:12). Forget the past! Our Lord does! Kill the Old Man. Deny him every single day. And, by the grace of God, live in righteousness and purity forever in His presence. In the name of + Jesus. Amen. Lord, on You I cast my burden— Sink it in the deepest sea! Let me know Your gracious pardon, Cleanse me from iniquity. Let Your Spirit leave me never; Make me only Yours forever. (LSB 608:4)-Rev. Timothy Chase, pastor of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Truman, MN.Audio Reflections Speaker: Rev. Harrison Goodman, Executive Director of Mission and TheologyVisit the timeless rhythms of the Christian life with award-winning author Harold L. Senkbeil. As he addresses the concerns and pressures of the world today, you'll discover that even while the world is dying, Christ's death brings about life. True life. One that He offers to you. Order Now!
Fleeing the tyrannical dictatorship of Egypt, the Israelites voluntarily enter into a covenant with God to create a new nation, different from everything the world had ever known. In Egypt, like in many nations, power was concentrated into the hands of the few while the many were enslaved. But God calls us to embody a wholly different world, shaped by philosophical, political, theological and legal guidelines that create a just, good, and merciful society. The covenant at Sinai shaped ancient Israel and everyone who passed through on the way. The Sinai covenant shaped Jesus and brought him into conflict with the tyrannical powers of his day. Sinai is the birthplace of the politics of freedom. Freedom from tyranny and freedom for a worldwide good.
A Sermon for Passion Sunday Hebrews 9:11-15 by William Klock William Coffin Coleman. He was a travelling salesman. He was in his dark hotel room one night and looked out the window. This was before the days of electrification. He saw a blindingly bright lamp in a window across the street and had to know what it was. He walked across the street, knocked on the door, and found out that the lamp—one that ran on pressurized gasoline—was made by a small local company. Within days he'd tracked down that little company and bought it. That company would become the Coleman Lamp Company and pretty soon those blindingly bright lamps—the “Sunshine of the Night” as they called it—would be selling across North America and the technology would be adapted to lanterns you could carry with you. With a Coleman lamp there was no more fumbling around or straining your eyes in the dim light of a wick lantern. In fact, it'd be crazy to go back to those old kerosene wick lanterns. A Coleman was not only brighter, it was also safer. Back in the 20s and 30s displays would show a table lamp mounted on a rotating arm. Around and around it would turn and it would never go out and it would never start a fire. You couldn't do that with a kerosene wick lantern. With that in mind, think of our Epistle from the book of Hebrews. Hebrews is sort of like a biblical Coleman lamp display, except here the writer of Hebrews holds up the New Covenant for his fellow Jews and turns it around and around to show all the ways it's better than the Old and how you'd be a fool to want to go back to the Old. Matt talked about this in his sermon last week—although without the Coleman illustration. Last week's Epistle from Galatians highlighted just how tempting it was for Jewish Christians to fall back into the old way—the old covenant way—of doing things. Some of this was that it was simply the life they knew. When they became Christians they didn't stop being Jewish. But there were also Gentiles now coming into this messianic movement. The unbelieving Jews didn't like that. As far as they were concerned Gentiles were unclean. And so these Jewish Christians were shunned by their friends and family and even kicked out of their synagogues for associating with Gentiles. It got worse as the Jews began to actively persecute the Church. Jesus had given these new Jewish believers so much more than they'd had in the old covenant, but it was easy to think only about living for the day. For Jewish Christians it was tempting and it would have been easy to simply drift away from the church and fall back into old covenant Judaism. And so the writer of Hebrews urges them not to do that. Despite the persecution, what they have now in Jesus is so much better than what they had before. The old covenant gave a promise of a new world and a new life in the Messiah. In Jesus, the Messiah has finally come and he's fulfilled that old promise. He's inaugurated the new world and the new life. In Jesus we take part in the fulfilment of God's promises and that's worth it, no matter the cost. To make this point the writer of Hebrews takes us back to the tabernacle, the precursor to the temple in Jerusalem. Look at Hebrews 9:11-14. But when the Messiah arrived as a high priest of the good things that were coming, he entered the greater and more perfect tabernacle, not made with hands (that is, not of this present creation), and not with the blood of goats and calves but with his own blood. He entered, once and for all, into the holy place, accomplishing a redemption that lasts forever. For if the blood of bulls and goats and the sprinkled ashes of a heifer, make people holy (in the sense of purifying their bodies) when they had been unclean, how much more will the blood of the Messiah, who offered himself to God through the eternal Spirit as a spotless sacrifice, cleanse our consciences from dead works to serve the living God! The tabernacle. Think back to the book of Exodus. The Lord rescued his people from their bondage in Egypt and at Mt. Sinai, in the wilderness, he gave him the law, written on stone tablets. At the same time he also gave Moses very detailed instructions for building the tabernacle—the tent complex where the people would worship the Lord and present their offerings and sacrifices. That tent, the tabernacle, was built to mimic Eden as we see it in the first chapters of Genesis. The imagery used to decorate the tabernacle was meant to invoke the idea of a garden. At the core of the tabernacle, as you progressed from the camp of the Israelites into the outer court of the tabernacle and then into the centre of it was the holy place, where only the priests went, and then beyond that was the most holy place. That was where the ark of the covenant was kept. It was God's throne room. That was where the cloud representing the glory of the Lord rested—God in the midst of his people. But no one was permitted into the most holy place. Sin and uncleanness cannot enter the presence of the Lord. Only once a year did the high priest enter the Lord's presence to offer expiation for the sins of the people. Sinners cannot enter the presence of our holy God. This is why Adam and Eve were cast out of the garden. But there in the wilderness, as God's plan of redemption began to move forward, he instructed his people to build this tabernacle so that they could once again know him, so that they could live with him in their midst. It was a partial undoing of the consequences of sin. Adam and Eve had once lived in the most holy place, in God's presence. That's what Eden was about. They were to live and to serve in God's presence, cultivating his garden. And as they were fruitful and multiplied, the garden, that holy place would grow—until it filled the whole earth. Because of their rebellion, Adam and Eve were driven out from God's presence. But in the wilderness the Lord helped Israel to build a model of that most holy place, he took up his residence in it, and he gave the people a law by which they could live on the periphery of that manifestation of his glory. They couldn't enter directly into his presence, but whereas Adam and Eve were driven away, in the tabernacle, the Lord now drew his people near. It was the beginning of something good. The beginning of renewal. The tabernacle, the law, the whole old covenant were good things. They reminded God's people of his promise to one day set all of creation to rights and to restore his people fully to his presence. It was a light in the darkness. The problem for Israel was that in the day-in and day-out activity of living around the tabernacle, of living the law, and of routinely making sacrifices and offerings, it became very easy to forget that all of this pointed to a greater reality and a greater fulfilment. These things were like the dim light of a wick lamp. The tabernacle, the sacrifices, the law were never meant to be a permanent arrangement. The point was never for God's people merely to camp out around the place of his presence, merely to be able to get close to the Holy of Holies. The goal was to return to Eden itself, to return to a life in the presence of the Lord. God and humanity brought back together; heaven and earth rejoined. A far greater light was coming. As Christians we're, too, often guilty of forgetting God's end goal. We come to the Lord's Table on Sundays, we gather with our brothers and sisters for worship, and we make it very routine and hum-drum, forgetting that what we have here is a down-payment on the full inheritance that Jesus will be bringing with him when he returns—of resurrection and new life and of living fully in the presence of the Father. This is what the writer of Hebrews is getting at when he talks about Jesus as our great high priest of the good things to come. The tabernacle was a good thing, but it pointed to better things, just as the Lord's Supper is a good thing, but points to something even better. And Hebrews says, as our high priest, Jesus entered not in to the most holy place of the tabernacle. No. At the cross Jesus entered into the true, the real holy of holies—the one of which the holy of holies in the tabernacle was only a representation and only a shadow. In his death, Jesus entered the real, the actual presence of his Father. The good news is that because Jesus has entered the Father's presence as our great high priest, since he has made purification for us, we're now ourselves welcomed into the Father's presence as well. Again, in the face of hostility and persecution, many Jewish Christians were tempted to just go back to the old way of doing things. In their day the temple, the great building of stone on the mountain above Jerusalem, had replaced the tabernacle, but it was laid out on the same plan and served the same purpose. The temple and the sacrifices were good things. Why not just do things the old way? The Lord had commanded them, after all. Why risk persecution by joining with Gentiles to worship Jesus? And so Hebrews reminds them: as good as the temple was, Jesus went to the real place the temple represents. The temple was a model that pointed to the heavenly reality. When Jesus takes us into the heavenly reality, how can we possibly justify going back to the model? Jesus as our great high priest entering the most holy place naturally leads us to the second point Hebrews makes here about the new covenant and how it's better than the old. The priests of the old covenant entered the most holy place of the tabernacle once every year. We're told here that Jesus entered once and for all time. The old sacrifices were good until the next time you sinned. The sacrifice that Jesus made at the cross is good forever. Why? Because when the old priests went into the holy of holies they took with them the blood of goats and calves. Jesus entered the presence of the Father with his own blood. This was hard for many Jews to understand. The Messiah was supposed to triumph over Israel's enemies and reign forever. He wasn't supposed to die, let alone die the most humiliating death imaginable at the hands of their pagan overlords. Maybe the Messiah would be their great high priest, but priests make sacrifices. They aren't supposed to be sacrifices themselves. That's what bulls and goats were for. And yet, it's all there in Israel's scriptures—if you know how to look at it. And that's what Hebrews is about. So, first, the Old Testament sacrifices taught the people to trust the Lord. To offer a sacrifice is to give up something valuable. This is a principle throughout the law. The sabbath, for example, taught people to give one day a week to the Lord. The gentiles scrambled for a living six days a week, but not God's people. The sabbath taught them to trust in the Lord's provision. Think of the manna in the wilderness. Five days they gathered what they needed, but on the sixth day the Lord provide an extra measure to see them through the Sabbath. The Sabbath was an act of faith. And so was the tithe. The gentiles held on to everything they got, but God's people gave him the first tenth—not the last, not what was left over—but the first tenth of everything. It was an act of faith and he provided. But the animals sacrificed for the people in the temple took things a step further. They reminded the people of the cost of sin. Because of their sin, Adam and Eve were cast out of the garden, cut off from the tree of life. Brothers and Sisters, sin puts us outside the presence of our holy God. Sin separates us from the source of life. Sinners die. The only way back into the presence of our holy God is by the shedding of blood. And that's the second point made about sacrifice here. Redemption from sin requires the death of another in our place. The animals sacrificed in the temple were costly sacrifices, but they were also imperfect sacrifices. They were dumb and unwilling. They served only until the next sin was committed. And they brought the people only into the tabernacle or the temple. For the people to be truly cleansed from sin, for the people to enter into the Holy of Holies would require an even costlier sacrifice. Those sacrifices pointed to Jesus. In Jesus, God himself took up our flesh—he became one of his own people. He did that so that he could represent them. He became like a second Adam. And so Jesus obediently and willingly gave his life for them—and for us. He was the costly sacrifice—the spotless lamb, the best of the flock. As our representative, he took on himself the death that we deserve. This is why we can say, as we do in the Lord's Supper, that by his one oblation of himself once offered, a full, perfect, and sufficient sacrifice for the sins of the whole world has been made. This is why we can pray that by his flesh and by his blood our sinful bodies may be made clean by his body and our souls washed through his most precious blood. The blood of animal sacrifices gave a superficial cleanness to people who had been defiled by their sin, but Jesus' blood doesn't just make us superficially clean. It purifies us from the inside out. And so we can also pray that as his body and blood make us clean, we may evermore dwell in him and he in us. By his blood we can finally enter the Holy of Holies, we can finally be restored to the presence of our holy Creator. And that gets at the third point made here—the third way in which Jesus' sacrifice is better than the old sacrifices and the new covenant is better than the old. The sacrifices of the old covenant were shadows pointing to the real sacrifice. The holy of holies in the temple was a shadow of the real holy of holies, not just the heavenly presence of the Father, but it looked forward to the day when Creation will finally be set to rights, when heaven and earth will finally be joined together and humanity can once again live in God's presence, just as Adam and Eve did before they sinned. The cleanness and atonement offered by those old sacrifices was a shadow of the atonement and the cleanness offered by Jesus. Jesus didn't just enter the central room of the temple in Jerusalem to offer the blood of an animal on our behalf. Jesus, who is both God himself and our perfect human representative, entered into the actual presence of his Father with his own blood shed at the cross. In doing that he offers a sacrifice that washes us clean from sin to the very core of our being. Somehow the perfect sacrifice of Jesus, Hebrews says, purifies our conscience from dead works so that we can serve the living God. Brothers and Sisters, through Jesus we are transformed. Chapter 6 introduced this language of “dead works”, but it refers to our repentance from our old pagan and sinful ways and also, for the Jewish Christians, from the obligations of the old covenant and its temple and sacrificial system. As good as those things were, as God-given as they were, Jesus now offers something better. Jesus' sacrifice undoes our sin once and for all. Through him we have access to the presence of God. What we lost when Adam sinned we now have back—or at least we have the down payment of it and hope for its fullness in the future. Jesus washes us clean with his blood and having purified us for the presence of God, he makes us his dwelling place, his tabernacle, as he fills us with the Holy Spirit. And the Spirit then sanctifies our hearts and our minds, making them holy again so that we can serve the living God just as Adam did in the garden. Jesus, by his sacrifice, not only leads us into the holy of holies to know God's presence, but in giving us the Spirit he also makes us—you and me and, collectively his Church—the holy of holies: God's presence in us. Verse 15 stresses again that this is all and only through Jesus: For this reason, Jesus is the mediator of the new covenant. The purpose was that those who are called should receive the promised inheritance of the age to come, since a death has occurred which provides redemption from transgressions committed under the first covenant. Jesus is the mediator. There's no other way. Even the old way—the way of the tabernacle and the sacrifices—that God once gave is now defunct. It's been fulfilled. The thing to which it pointed, the thing for which it was preparing the people, the new thing has finally come in Jesus. Imagine a frozen river. The first time Veronica and I went to Montréal the St. Lawrence and Ottawa Rivers were frozen. We were driving across the bridge from the west end of the island where the two rivers meet and we saw a Jeep cruising over the ice back towards Montréal. The ice was that thick. You can do that in the middle of a cold Québec winter, but when Spring comes the bridge is the only way across. Try driving your car on thin ice—or try driving on water—and you'll die. In Jesus, Spring has come to the world. In Jesus a bridge has been provided across the water. The law was perfectly good in its time, just as the ice was safe to drive on if you wanted to cross the river in January, but the time has passed for that. If you want to cross the river now the bridge Jesus provides is the only way. Hebrews was written to people who feared persecution for following Jesus. They were used to driving on the ice and despite the fact that it was now melting and thin, they were still tempted to keep driving on it. Last week in our Epistle from Galatians we read about the Judaisers. They were insisting that to follow Jesus the Gentiles had to be circumcised, follow the right dietary rules, and observe the Sabbath. They still said they were following Jesus, but it doesn't work that way. That's like telling everyone how perfectly good the bridge is while trying to drive your car across the thawing river. The ice is melting. The time for those old ways has passed. Jesus offers something better and his way is now the only way. Brothers and Sisters, do our lives demonstrate faith in Jesus as our sole mediator? While you and I may not be tempted to go back to the law or the temple or the old covenant sacrifices, we have our own pasts to which we often hold more tightly than we may realise. We profess faith in Jesus, but we still haven't repented of all of our old loyalties, all of our old ways of doing things, all of our old sources of security. We profess Jesus, but we still find satisfaction in sin and in self. We say we trust Jesus, but we still look for security in work and in money. We say we trust Jesus, but we often evaluate ourselves not based on what he has done for us, but on what we think we've done for him. Friends, it's like giving people directions to the bridge, while we ourselves are sitting in our cars with the engine running, nosing our wheels into the water and thinking we'll somehow get across the river. Lent is a time for us to look around, to take stock, and to evaluate our situation. Easter is only two weeks away. It's a reminder that in Jesus Spring has arrived. The river isn't frozen anymore. We need to let go of the old ways of life and follow Jesus across the bridge. Yes, to follow Jesus means challenge and sacrifice, but Jesus is better in every way. He and he alone has redeemed up from death to serve the living God. Let us pray: Gracious Father, we thank you this morning for the sacrifice you have made in the death of your Son, our Lord, Jesus Christ. In Jesus the price of our sin has been paid once and for all. By his blood we are washed clean through and through. Strengthen our faith, Father, that we might trust fully in Jesus as our only mediator. Open our eyes to the areas of life in which we've failed to repent, and give us the faith to entrust those things to you. We ask this through him, our Saviour and Lord. Amen.
How can doodling and daydreaming - when your child might otherwise be paying attention - be a good thing? How does art support our child's health? What skills do our kids acquire in art class that help them later in life? This week, join me in conversation with Susan Magsamen, author of Your Brain On Art. She serves as executive director of the International Arts + Mind Lab, part of the Brain Science Institute at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. She also co-directs the Aspen Institute's NeuroArts BluePrint. This episode originally aired June 2023.I WROTE MY FIRST BOOK! Order your copy of The Five Principles of Parenting: Your Essential Guide to Raising Good Humans Here: https://bit.ly/3rMLMsLSubscribe to my free newsletter for parenting tips delivered straight to your inbox: draliza.substack.com Follow me on Instagram for more:@raisinggoodhumanspodcast Sponsors:Sakara: Head to Sakara.com and check out The Essentials Bundle. And donʼt forget to tell them how you heard about them at checkout (podcast - Raising Good Humans)Great Wolf Lodge: Learn more at GreatWolf.comBetterHelp: Visit BetterHelp.com/HUMANS today to get 10% off your first month.Saks.com: SHOP SAKS.COMVionic: Use code HUMANS at checkout for 15% off your entire order at www.vionicshoes.com when you log into your account. 1 time use onlyOutschool: Get up to $20 off your child's first class or tutoring session on Outschool for a limited time when you use my link: https://outschool.com/HUMANS and use code HUMANS at checkoutPlease note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Episode 128 In part 22 of our Sinai and Synapses interview series, we are talking with Dr Ciara Reyes-Ton. She is a biologist, science writer, and editor who is passionate about science communication to faith communities. She has a Ph.D. in Cell & Molecular Biology from the University of Michigan. She has served as Managing Editor for the American Scientific Affiliation's God & Nature Magazine. She is currently the Digital Content Editor for BioLogos and an Adjunct Professor at Lipscomb University. She also recently helped found the Science Communicators of Faith (SCF), a group dedicated to providing a supportive, collaborative, and Christ-centered community for people of all backgrounds and skill levels to grow in the craft of science communication. She is also the author of “Look Closely,” a science and faith devotional that explores the life of Christ by bringing scripture in conversation with science, from water-walking lizards to dividing cells and resurrecting corals. Outside science, she has a heart for worship and is a proud mom. https://www.mountcarmell.com/ Sinai and Synapses - https://sinaiandsynapses.org/ Support this podcast on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DowntheWormholepodcast More information at https://www.downthewormhole.com/ produced by Zack Jackson music by Zack Jackson and Barton Willis
On this episode, Shane talks with Michael S. Bar-Ron about his research project related to the Sinai inscriptions discovered throughout the Sinai Peninsula. Though these inscriptions resemble Egyptian hieroglyphs, they're actually written in what scholars refer to as “proto-Sinaitic” or “proto-Alphabetic” script. Michael Bar-Ron has been working on these inscriptions for the better part of a decade and argues that they are best treated as a form of paleo-Hebrew. In fact, when they are read this way, they end up providing external corroboration for some of the details recorded in the book of Exodus.SHOW NOTESRelated BooksResearches in Sinai, W.M. Flinders Petrie — FREEThe Inscriptions of Sinai, Alan H. Gardiner — FREELegendary Kings, David Rohl (e-book)Exodus: Myth or History? David Rohl (e-book)Redating the Exodus & Conquest, John BimsonBiblical Archaeology, David E. GravesThe Ancient Near East, James B. Pritchard (ed.)Related ArticlesThe Golden Calf, David RohlSinai 351 & 360, Michael S. Bar-RonThe Mt. Ebal Curse Tablet, Michael S. Bar-RonThe Seal of Joseph, Michael S. Bar-RonThe Origins of Israel in Canaan, John BimsonArchaeological Data & The Dating of the Patriarchs, John BimsonThe Cylinder Seal from Tell el-Dab'a, Edith PoradaHebrew: The World's Oldest Alphabet, Douglas PetrovichA Cuneiform Cylinder of Nebuchadnezzar II, Shane RosenthalSimon of Cyrene: An Archaeological Discovery, Shane RosenthalWater Into Wine: An Archaeological Assessment, Shane RosenthalRelated AudioDid The Exodus Ever Happen? Humble Skeptic #69 with David RohlQuestioning Conventional Wisdom (1), HS #13 with David RohlQuestioning Conventional Wisdom (2), HS #14 with David RohlLocating Golgotha, Humble Skeptic #17 with David RohlThe Big Picture, Humble Skeptic #26 with J. Daniel HaysFaith Founded on Facts, HS #15 with Lennox, Bauckham, etc.The Jesus of History, Humble Skeptic #12Babylon, Humble Skeptic #66Related VideoMichael Bar-Ron on the Sinai Inscriptions, Patterns of EvidenceDavid Rohl on the Sinai Inscriptions, Patterns of EvidenceThe First Alphabet, Patterns of EvidenceThe Moses Controversy, Patterns of EvidenceA to Z: The First Alphabet, Nova (PBS)The Mt. Ebal Curse Tablet (1), (2), (3), (4), (5), (6)The Cylinder Seal Discovered at Tell el-Dab'aTo contribute to Michael Bar-Ron's GoFundMe campaign: Click HereUPCOMING EVENTSThe Messianic Hope, Memphis, TN, April 11-13Shane Rosenthal will be giving a series of talks related to Christ's fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy at this weekend conference in Rosemark, TN. Click here for more information.Who Is Jesus? Bridging Diverse Voices, St. Louis, MO, April 24th.Shane Rosenthal and Michael McClymond will be defending the historic Christian view of Jesus at this Christian / Muslim conversation which will take place at St. Louis Community College Meramec (located at 11333 Big Bend Rd, in Kirkwood, MO). The purpose is to highlight some of the differences between Christian and Muslim perspectives related to Jesus' identity and mission and to take questions from students. This event is brought to you by St. Louis Community College in partnership with ReThink315. Click here for more info.Share with Friends & FamilyIf you're a fan of the show, please tell others about the show, and consider posting a link to this episode via your social media feed. Just copy the URL of this page, paste it into your feed, and write a few words. Also, consider writing a positive review of this podcast via the Apple Podcast app, or your preferred podcast portal. The more reviews we get, the more exposure we get! Thanks for your help!Make a One-Time Gift or Upgrade to a Paid SubscriptionConsider supporting The Humble Skeptic podcast by making a one-time gift or upgrading to a paid subscription via Substack ($5.95 per month, $59 per year). Tax-deductible giving options are also available. Click here for more information. Get full access to The Humble Skeptic at www.humbleskeptic.com/subscribe
“Why do you look with hatred, O many-peaked mountain (Bashan), at the mount that God desired for his abode, yes, where the Lord will dwell forever?” - Psalm 68:16 ESV“The chariots of God are twice ten thousand, thousands upon thousands; the Lord is among them; Sinai is now in the sanctuary.” - Psalm 68:17 ESV
Valery Hughes is a retired nurse who spent her career working in HIV/AIDS care and research. She coauthored Nurses On The Inside: Stories Of The HIV/AIDS Epidemic In NYC with her colleague, Ellen Matzer, after working together in designated AIDS units for many years. Valery takes us behind the scenes of some of the city's busiest hospitals - from crossing paths with her first AIDS case in 1979, to all of the stigma around the disease, and the patients that touched her most. We also hear how Valery met her wife Mary working at Roosevelt Hospital (now Mt. Sinai), the other queer women they worked with, and how they all hung out at the original Cubby Hole (now Henrietta's) after-hours. Thank you for listening to Cruising Podcast! -Reviews help other listeners find Cruising! If you like what you hear, please subscribe and leave us a 5-star review! -For more Cruising adventures, follow us @cruisingpod on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook Follow Valery's book "Nurses on the Inside" -Special thanks to this episode's sponsor, Olivia Travel -Discover Olivia at Olivia.com and save $100 on your next trip when you use promo code CRUISING -Support Cruising here! Cruising is an independent podcast. That means we're entirely funded by sponsors and listeners like you! -Cruising is reported and produced by a small but mighty team of three: Sarah Gabrielli (host/story producer/audio engineer), Rachel Karp (story producer/social media manager), and Jen McGinity (line producer/resident road-trip driver). Theme song is by Joey Freeman. Cover art is by Nikki Ligos. Logo is by Finley Martin. Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Featuring God as the Israelites experienced Him on Mt. Sinai in Exodus 20:18-21. Don't forget to check out our website! https://treasurehuntpodcast.wixsite.com/realtreasure
The Covenant made as Sinai was defective in that one of the parties - Israel - was unable to live according to its terms. That made a New Covenant necessary. Although God's terms are the same for both covenants, the new one is to be written on the heart instead of on tablets of stone. The New Covenant like the one at Sinai must be ratified with the blood of a sacrifice. In this case, the blood was that of the Messiah.
The Exodus Way E8 — Before the arrival of Jesus, Israelites already viewed their current circumstances and hopes for God's salvation through the lens of the Exodus. This is why the gospel authors tell the story of Jesus with language that points back to the main beats of the Exodus story. In this first episode of two on the gospels, Jon and Tim explore the many Exodus hyperlinks found in the stories of Jesus' birth, his baptism in the Jordan River, his testing in the wilderness, and his public ministry in Galilee. CHAPTERSThe Exodus Way in the Life of Jesus (0:00-5:42)Comparing Jesus and Moses' Birth Stories (5:42-19:45)Jesus' Baptism, Testing in the Wilderness, and “Saving” People (19:45-39:32)Jesus' Transfiguration on the Mountain Compared to Moses at Sinai (39:32-51:58)OFFICIAL EPISODE TRANSCRIPTView this episode's official transcript.REFERENCED RESOURCESText & Texture by Michael FishbaneYou can view annotations for this episode—plus our entire library of videos, podcasts, articles, and classes—in the BibleProject app, available for Android and iOS.Check out Tim's extensive collection of recommended books here.SHOW MUSIC“Nimbus” by Toonorth“Lost Love” by Toonorth“Effervescent” by ToonorthBibleProject theme song by TENTSSHOW CREDITSProduction of today's episode is by Lindsey Ponder, producer, and Cooper Peltz, managing producer. Tyler Bailey is our supervising engineer. Frank Garza and Aaron Olsen edited today's episode. Aaron Olsen and Tyler Bailey provided the sound design and mix. JB Witty does our show notes, and Hannah Woo provides the annotations for our app. Our host and creative director is Jon Collins, and our lead scholar is Tim Mackie. Powered and distributed by Simplecast.
Unlock the secrets of the Torah's timeless wisdom as we explore its profound implications with esteemed rabbis like Rabbi Danny Masri, Rabbi Bucsko, and Rabbi David Spetner. Journey with us to Mount Sinai, where we unravel the enigmatic line in the Pesach Haggadah's Dayenu, pondering the meaning behind standing at Sinai without receiving the Torah. With insights from the late Rosh Yeshiva of Neri Yisroel and the Sfas Emes, we discuss the concept of the Torah as the world's blueprint, emphasizing its existence before it was formally given at Sinai and its role as the universe's spiritual foundation.Experience the power of unity as we reflect on stories shared by Rabbi Tzvi Kushalevsky and Rabbi Matisyahu Salamon. Discover how unparalleled unity was essential for receiving the Torah at Sinai, with each soul representing a letter in it. Rabbi Solomon's tale of compassion and community support showcases the depth of unity within the Jewish faith, as he exemplifies kindness to a mourning family amid personal celebrations. This episode captures the essence of collective readiness, highlighting how harmony and support form the bedrock of Jewish communal life.Reflect on the deeper meanings of Passover traditions, from the symbolism of karpas to Joseph's journey from slavery to power. Through contributions from Rabbeinu Bachya and Rashi, we connect the themes of unity and redemption, emphasizing hope and growth through adversity. As we prepare for redemption and the Messiah's arrival, gain insights from figures like the Chofetz Chaim on practical steps and perspective changes needed for a meaningful Pesach. Join us for an episode filled with reflections and inspirations, guiding us toward a hopeful future.Hosts: Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe, Rabbi Chaim BucskoGuests: Rabbi Danny Masri and Rabbis Spetner and Heinemann from the Cincinnati Kollel_____________Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studios (A) in Houston, Texas on March 27, 2025 with Audio Engineer: Shlomo WolbeReleased as Podcast on March 31, 2025_____________DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you!_____________SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe:NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com_____________EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: awolbe@torchweb.orgPlease visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area!_____________#Torah, #TimelessWisdom, #Rabbi, #PesachHaggadah, #MountSinai, #Unity, #Blueprint, #RoshYeshiva, #NerYisroel, #SfasEmes, #JewishCommunity, #Redemption, #Passover, #Symbolism, #Karpas, #Joseph, #Coronation, #Maimonides, #Kabbalists, #SaltWater, #Haroset, #Love, #Unity, #Cycles, #UpsandDowns, #SederPlate, #Egg, #Mordechai, #Purim, #Messiah, #Nisan, #Adar, #Exodus, #JewishPeople, #Miracles, #Preparation, #Israel, #ChafetzChaim, #Pesach, #Guidance ★ Support this podcast ★
Unlock the secrets of the Torah's timeless wisdom as we explore its profound implications with esteemed rabbis like Rabbi Danny Masri, Rabbi Bucsko, and Rabbi David Spetner. Journey with us to Mount Sinai, where we unravel the enigmatic line in the Pesach Haggadah's Dayenu, pondering the meaning behind standing at Sinai without receiving the Torah. With insights from the late Rosh Yeshiva of Neri Yisroel and the Sfas Emes, we discuss the concept of the Torah as the world's blueprint, emphasizing its existence before it was formally given at Sinai and its role as the universe's spiritual foundation.Experience the power of unity as we reflect on stories shared by Rabbi Tzvi Kushalevsky and Rabbi Matisyahu Salamon. Discover how unparalleled unity was essential for receiving the Torah at Sinai, with each soul representing a letter in it. Rabbi Solomon's tale of compassion and community support showcases the depth of unity within the Jewish faith, as he exemplifies kindness to a mourning family amid personal celebrations. This episode captures the essence of collective readiness, highlighting how harmony and support form the bedrock of Jewish communal life.Reflect on the deeper meanings of Passover traditions, from the symbolism of karpas to Joseph's journey from slavery to power. Through contributions from Rabbeinu Bachya and Rashi, we connect the themes of unity and redemption, emphasizing hope and growth through adversity. As we prepare for redemption and the Messiah's arrival, gain insights from figures like the Chofetz Chaim on practical steps and perspective changes needed for a meaningful Pesach. Join us for an episode filled with reflections and inspirations, guiding us toward a hopeful future.Hosts: Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe, Rabbi Chaim BucskoGuests: Rabbi Danny Masri and Rabbis Spetner and Heinemann from the Cincinnati Kollel_____________Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studios (A) in Houston, Texas on March 27, 2025 with Audio Engineer: Shlomo WolbeReleased as Podcast on March 31, 2025_____________DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you!_____________SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe:NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com_____________EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: awolbe@torchweb.orgPlease visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area!_____________#Torah, #TimelessWisdom, #Rabbi, #PesachHaggadah, #MountSinai, #Unity, #Blueprint, #RoshYeshiva, #NerYisroel, #SfasEmes, #JewishCommunity, #Redemption, #Passover, #Symbolism, #Karpas, #Joseph, #Coronation, #Maimonides, #Kabbalists, #SaltWater, #Haroset, #Love, #Unity, #Cycles, #UpsandDowns, #SederPlate, #Egg, #Mordechai, #Purim, #Messiah, #Nisan, #Adar, #Exodus, #JewishPeople, #Miracles, #Preparation, #Israel, #ChafetzChaim, #Pesach, #Guidance ★ Support this podcast ★
Exodus 24:1-2
We continue our journey through the book of Exodus as the Israelites have passed through the Reed Sea and traveled through the wilderness to reach Sinai. God calls Moses up on to the mountain, the people of Israel gather at the base, and God speaks. The giving of the Torah on Mt. Sinai defines the people of Israel from this point forward and these instructions are still with us today. How did the ancient Israelites view this awe inspiring event and how does it still speak to us today?
This week, we are joined by Rabbi Geoff Mitelman, founding director of Sinai and Synapses, a non profit that aims to create a vision of religion that embraces critical thinking and scientific inquiry through classes, lectures, seminars, and fellowship opportunities. We discuss the benefits of constructive disagreement, the distinctions between religious, philosophical, and scientific methodologies, and the parameters of contemporary Zionism. You can learn more about Rabbi Mitelman's work at https://sinaiandsynapses.org/ or by following them on Twitter and Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this week's episode, I'm joined by clinical neuropsychologist Dr. William Stixrud, co-author of The Self-Driven Child and the brand new Seven Principles for Raising a Self-Driven Child workbook. We talk about how to nurture internal motivation, what it really means to be autonomy-supportive, and how to step back without checking out. We also explore the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation, how to support kids with executive function challenges, and why doing less as a parent can sometimes mean giving more.I WROTE MY FIRST BOOK! Order your copy of The Five Principles of Parenting: Your Essential Guide to Raising Good Humans Here: https://bit.ly/3rMLMsLSubscribe to my free newsletter for parenting tips delivered straight to your inbox: draliza.substack.com Follow me on Instagram for more:@raisinggoodhumanspodcast Listen to my last episode with Gretchen HERE.Buy her new book.HERE.Sponsors:Sakara: Head to Sakara.com and check out The Essentials Bundle. And donʼt forget to tell them how you heard about them at checkout (podcast - Raising Good Humans)Great Wolf Lodge: Learn more at GreatWolf.comYNAB: Listeners of Raising Good Humans can claim an exclusive three-month free trial, with no credit card required at www.YNAB.com/humansWayfair: Head over to Wayfair.com and find something that's just your style today.iRestore: Reverse hair loss with @iRestorelaser and get $625 off with the code RGH at https://www.irestorelaser.com/RGH! #irestorepodGabb: For the best deals, sign up to Gabb today–no contract required–at GABB.com/HUMANSPlease note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
People have always sought independence from God. While Moses met with God on Sinai, the Israelites forged an idol below to represent “God.” In this message from Exodus 32, Pastor Lutzer examines five stages of idolatry through the story of the golden calf. What is it that leads people into idolatry? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29
People have always sought independence from God. While Moses met with God on Sinai, the Israelites forged an idol below to represent “God.” In this message from Exodus 32, Pastor Lutzer examines five stages of idolatry through the story of the golden calf. What is it that leads people into idolatry? This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://rtwoffer.com or call us at 1-888-218-9337.
Would you sign a contract without reading it? Would you make a serious commitment without first understanding the details and implications?Most people would instinctively say, Of course not! First, we understand—then we act, then we commit.And yet, the great paradox of life—the true secret to deep, lasting, and eternal connections—is precisely the opposite: commitment before full understanding.This was the defining moment at Sinai, 3,337 years ago. The Jewish people stood at the mountain and declared to God, Na'aseh v'nishma—“We will do, and then we will understand.” A radical statement. What intelligent person agrees to something before knowing the terms?Please join Rabbi Simon Jacobson as we unravel this mystery—the Kabbalah of action. Why is doing first the key to transformation? And how can this principle unlock a more profound, meaningful life?
From Womb to Tomb: Applying the 6th Commandment Ethicallyoriginally recorded on 3.02.25
20 - Sixth Commandment, part 1 | On Murder, Wrath, and Anger | Walking with Jesus Through SinaiOriginally recorded on 2.16.25
On the Character of the Heart in the 6th Commandment
Numbers 10 describes the purpose of the silver trumpet. It was blown as an alarm when it was time to break camp. The order for marching is told. A different sound was made to call the nation to an assembly. Sometimes the assembling of the tribes was to muster them for war. Also at the joyous festival in the seventh month the trumpet was sounded. The trumpet blast accompanied the offerings that signaled the start of the month, at the new moons. Verses 11 to 36 tell of Israel's departure from Mount Sinai. The packing up the Tabernacle, its furnishings and the marching order of Israel is outlined. Notice inverses 33 to 36 the ark of the covenant had the role of leading the nation. These verses and the original context are quoted in Psalm 68:1; indeed the entire Psalm draws on the Sinai experiences. When it came to rest there the nation also rested. Our Lord Jesus Christ leads us toward the rest in the Promised Land – the Kingdom of God.
The Rev. Dr. Reed Lessing (Professor of Theology & Ministry, Paul Edwin F. and Esther L. Laatsch Chair of Old Testament Studies, Director of the Pre-Seminary Program, and Director of The Center for Biblical Studies at Concordia University St. Paul) joins Andy and Sarah for Part 4 of our series on his book Deliver Us: God's Rescue Story in Exodus to discuss the significance of the tabernacle, the implications of the golden calf incident, the meaning of the name Yahweh, and God's relationship with Israel after Sinai. Find Deliver Us: God's Rescue Story in Exodus here. As you grab your morning coffee (and pastry, let's be honest), join hosts Andy Bates and Sarah Gulseth as they bring you stories of the intersection of Lutheran life and a secular world. Catch real-life stories of mercy work of the LCMS and partners, updates from missionaries across the ocean, and practical talk about how to live boldly Lutheran. Have a topic you'd like to hear about on The Coffee Hour? Contact us at: listener@kfuo.org.
Exodus 20:1-21
Scripture: Matthew 17:1-9, Mark 9:2-9, Luke 9:28-36, Psalm 104:2, John 14:8-9 Pastor's teaching on Jesus' transfiguration on a mountain top with Jesus, Peter, James, John, Elijah, Moses and the Voice of God brings this series of God's Ten Words to a conclusion. It's a surprise ending, because how could Jesus' transfiguration be remarkably connected to God's Ten Commandments, while also having a tremendous application to what we have been studying these past weeks? When Jesus was transfigured his face glowed like the sun. The three disciples Jesus brought along are in awe and amazed. Psalm 104:2 says, “The Lord wraps himself in light as with a garment;” The disciples knew the psalms well, did this verse come to mind as they saw Jesus shining so bright? They are witnessing the true revelation of who Jesus is. True God and true man - God-man who has come to deliver us all. Then suddenly Moses and Elijah appear with them as a cloud (the presence of God) comes over the entire group and they hear the Voice of God, “This is My Son who I love. With Him I am well pleased. Listen to Him.” Jesus is revealed as the Son of the Living God. God in the flesh who has come to earth to deliver us all. Why do Moses and Elijah appear? 1. Both were devout followers of God 2. Both had unique ends to their lives on earth 3. Both went to Mt. Sinai 4. Both heard God speak at Mt. Sinai 5. But neither of them saw God's face. But today, at Jesus' transfiguration Moses, Elijah, John, Peter and James all saw the face of God as revealed in the face of Jesus, the Living God. John 14: 8-9 tells us, “Philip said, “Lord, show us the Father and that will be enough for us.” Jesus answered: “Don't you know me, Philip, even after I have been among you such a long time? Anyone who has seen me has seen the Father. How can you say, ‘Show us the Father'?” Jesus revealed Himself to them. He is the Living God, the Deliverer and He alone saves and He is our only Hope because apart from Him we have nothing. And then suddenly it is just Jesus and the 3 disciples. Jesus tells them not to tell anyone about what they have just witnessed until after His is risen from the dead.. (but they didn't understand what He was talking about or what He meant.) In summary, The Ten Commandments are brilliant, powerful and profound instructions from God, but they can't save us - they are like a curb, a mirror and a guide but they don't save us. In Jesus, the Messiah, are revealed grace and truth and He alone can save. He willingly went to the cross to bring us righteousness as He bore our sin on Himself.. A. W. Tozer says, “The only sin Jesus ever had was ours. The only righteousness we can ever have is His.” We are encouraged to follow the Ten Commandments, but that will never save us. There's only Jesus, the Living God, The Living Word of God, The Word that became flesh who can do that! Now What? Learn about God at https://www.awakeusnow.com EVERYTHING we offer is FREE. Check out the video from our website: https://www.awakeusnow.com/ten-words Check out the video on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTaaqrC3dMOwt1kzFvsbAtGq6PLMPCn65 Watch via our app. Text HELLO to 888-364-4483 to download our app.
Be not afraid.Your carpenter season is ending. Listen for the Calling. Step into your calling.God is saying- "For I know full well the plans I have for you,plans for your welfare and not for your misfortune,plans that will offer you a future filled with hope.When you call out to Me and come forth and pray to Me, I will listen to you.When you search for Me,you will find Me.When you seek Me with all your heart,I will allow you to discover Me.I will restore your fortunes and gather you from all the nations and from all the places where I have driven you. And I will bring you back to the place from which I sent you into exile." -Jeremiah, Chapter 29, verses 11-14"...Ask of Him grace to be contented and quiet in the place He has assigned thee upon this earth, and remember that the conditions of human life are all by His disposal: so that to wish to alter them is to desire the overthrow of the social order, which after all is God's own work." - Cardinal Alexis-Henri-Marie LépicierI Love you,nik nikki@curlynikki.comPlease support the show: ▶▶https://www.patreon.com/goodmornings▶▶ Cash App $NikWalton __________________________________________Surrender Novena Day 5 - Father Don Dolindo Ruotolo And when I must lead you on a path different from the one you see, I will prepare you; I will carry you in my arms; I will let you find yourself, like children who have fallen asleep in their mother's arms, on the other bank of the river. What troubles you and hurts you immensely are your reason, your thoughts and worry, and your desire at all costs to deal with what afflicts you.O Jesus, I surrender myself to you, take care of everything! (10 times)Mother, I am yours now and forever. Through you and with you I always want to belong completely to Jesus.Amen"__________________________________________"Because of your faith, you will be healed." - Matthew 9:29"Let your ear lead you to your lover." - Rumi"Moses, the inner light of revelation, lit up the top of Sinai, but the mountain could not hold that light." - Rumi "And sometimes silence is the only way that you can bloom. When you're hidden away from all of the things that could corrupt your growth while the Lord waters you. What a beautiful process. The pain of growing is quite unbearable at times, but it won't compare to the blessings that come after. Silence is hard. The darkness is confusing, but the king of the world is in control. It's really going to be okay." @Godlywaiting"Moses waited a long time for God to speak to him, and you will find that you may have to wait a long time, too. But after you once hear the still small voice, it comes more frequently and then eventually it comes at will: You have only to close your eyes, wait a sec-ond, and whatever is necessary comes into your conscious awareness. From the moment that Moses made himself a servant of God, he was God-led, God-directed, God-sus-tained, God-fed; and then, through Moses. God could act to save the Hebrew people."- Joel Goldsmith
In today's episode I sit down with bestselling author Gretchen Rubin to talk about her new book, The Secrets of Adulthood: Simple Truths for Our Complex Lives. We dive into the power of short, impactful wisdom, how to pass life lessons to our kids without sounding like we're lecturing, and why accepting ourselves while still expecting more of ourselves is the key to growth. Gretchen shares some of her favorite aphorisms—those quick, thought-provoking truths that can change the way we parent, work, and live.I WROTE MY FIRST BOOK! Order your copy of The Five Principles of Parenting: Your Essential Guide to Raising Good Humans Here: https://bit.ly/3rMLMsLSubscribe to my free newsletter for parenting tips delivered straight to your inbox: draliza.substack.com Follow me on Instagram for more:@raisinggoodhumanspodcast Listen to my last episode with Gretchen HERE.Buy her new book.HERE.Sponsors:Sakara: Head to Sakara.com and check out The Essentials Bundle. And donʼt forget to tell them how you heard about them at checkout (podcast - Raising Good Humans)Fast Growing Trees: FastGrowingTrees.com code HUMANS for 15% off your first purchase.Vionic: Use code HUMANS at checkout for 15% off your entire order at www.vionicshoes.com when you log into your account. 1 time use only.KiwiCo: Get up to 50% off your first crate at kiwico.com, promo code RGHGreat Wolf Lodge: Learn more at GreatWolf.comSitterCity: Visit Sittercity.com today to get the care you need.Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
For today’s installment of our 40 Days Meditation series, our brother Philip Morrison provides commentary on Ex 19:1-25; 20:18-20. Listen below, download here, or search for Words from the Brothers on your favourite podcasting app. On the third new moon after the people of Israel had gone out of the land of Egypt, on that day they came into the wilderness of Sinai. They set out from Rephidim and came into the wilderness of Sinai, and they encamped in the wilderness. There Israel encamped before the mountain, while Moses went up to God. The Lord called to him out of the mountain, saying, “Thus you shall say to the house of Jacob, and tell the people of Israel: ‘You yourselves have seen what I did to the Egyptians, and how I bore you on eagles’ wings and brought you to myself. Now therefore, if you will indeed obey my voice and keep my covenant, you shall be my treasured possession among all peoples, for all the earth is mine; and you shall be to me a kingdom of priests and a holy nation.’ These are the words that you shall speak to the people of Israel.” So Moses came and called the elders of the people and set before them all these words that the Lord had commanded him. All the people answered together and said, “All that the Lord has spoken we will do.” And Moses reported the words of the people to the Lord. And the Lord said to Moses, “Behold, I am coming to you in a thick cloud, that the people may hear when I speak with you, and may also believe you forever.” When Moses told the words of the people to the Lord, the Lord said to Moses, “Go to the people and consecrate them today and tomorrow, and let them wash their garments and be ready for the third day. For on the third day the Lord will come down on Mount Sinai in the sight of all the people. And you shall set limits for the people all around, saying, ‘Take care not to go up into the mountain or touch the edge of it. Whoever touches the mountain shall be put to death. No hand shall touch him, but he shall be stoned or shot; whether beast or man, he shall not live.’ When the trumpet sounds a long blast, they shall come up to the mountain.” So Moses went down from the mountain to the people and consecrated the people; and they washed their garments. And he said to the people, “Be ready for the third day; do not go near a woman.” On the morning of the third day there were thunders and lightnings and a thick cloud on the mountain and a very loud trumpet blast, so that all the people in the camp trembled. Then Moses brought the people out of the camp to meet God, and they took their stand at the foot of the mountain. Now Mount Sinai was wrapped in smoke because the Lord had descended on it in fire. The smoke of it went up like the smoke of a kiln, and the whole mountain trembled greatly. And as the sound of the trumpet grew louder and louder, Moses spoke, and God answered him in thunder. The Lord came down on Mount Sinai, to the top of the mountain. And the Lord called Moses to the top of the mountain, and Moses went up. And the Lord said to Moses, “Go down and warn the people, lest they break through to the Lord to look and many of them perish. Also let the priests who come near to the Lord consecrate themselves, lest the Lord break out against them.” And Moses said to the Lord, “The people cannot come up to Mount Sinai, for you yourself warned us, saying, ‘Set limits around the mountain and consecrate it.'” And the Lord said to him, “Go down, and come up bringing Aaron with you. But do not let the priests and the people break through to come up to the Lord, lest he break out against them.” So Moses went down to the people and told them. Now when all the people saw the thunder and the flashes of lightning and the sound of the trumpet and the mountain smoking, the people were afraid and trembled, and they stood far off and said to Moses, “You speak to us, and we will listen; but do not let God speak to us, lest we die.” Moses said to the people, “Do not fear, for God has come to test you, that the fear of him may be before you, that you may not sin.” Ex 19:1-25; 20:18-20
How do children learn to understand and regulate the emotions? In this episode, I sit down with professor and psychologist Kristen Lindquist to explore how kids develop the ability to recognize, label, and regulate their emotions. We talk about the power of language in shaping emotional growth, the fine line between validating feelings and overwhelming kids with labels, and how temperament plays a role in emotional development.I WROTE MY FIRST BOOK! Order your copy of The Five Principles of Parenting: Your Essential Guide to Raising Good Humans Here: https://bit.ly/3rMLMsLSubscribe to my free newsletter for parenting tips delivered straight to your inbox: draliza.substack.com Follow me on Instagram for more:@raisinggoodhumanspodcast Sponsors:YNAB: Listeners of Raising Good Humans can claim an exclusive three-month free trial, with no credit card required at “www.YNAB.com/humans.” Good Ranchers: Free bacon, ground beef, seed oil free chicken nuggets, or wild-caught salmon in every order for a year + $40 off with HUMANS goodranchers.com Quince: Go to Quince.com/humans for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.Wayfair: Head over to Wayfair.com and find something that's just your style todayGabb: For the best deals, sign up to Gabb today– no contract required–at GABB.com/HUMANSSakara: Head to Sakara.com and check out The Essentials Bundle. And donʼt forget to tell them how you heard about them at checkout (podcast - Raising Good Humans)Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this solo episode, I'm diving into the different ways you can help your child develop collaboration and teamwork skills. I break down ten actionable strategies that encourage kids to work together, navigate group dynamics, and build a sense of community. From engaging in team sports and group projects to practicing conflict resolution and celebrating shared achievements, I go through simple yet powerful ways to foster these essential life skills.I WROTE MY FIRST BOOK! Order your copy of The Five Principles of Parenting: Your Essential Guide to Raising Good Humans Here: https://bit.ly/3rMLMsLSubscribe to my free newsletter for parenting tips delivered straight to your inbox: draliza.substack.com Follow me on Instagram for more:@raisinggoodhumanspodcast Sponsors:Hungryroot: For a limited time get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life. Go to Hungryroot.com/humans and use code humansDailyLook: Head to DailyLook.com to take your style quiz and use code HUMANS for 50% off your first orderFast Growing Trees: FastGrowingTrees.com code HUMANS for 15% off your first purchase.Vionic: Use code HUMANS at checkout for 15% off your entire order at www.vionicshoes.com when you log into your account. 1 time use only.Sakara: Head to Sakara.com and check out The Essentials Bundle. And donʼt forget to tell them how you heard about them at checkout (podcast - Raising Good Humans)Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.