Podcasts about Tabernacle

Please Hit Subscribe and Share the show.  Click here to go to our Favebook page. https://www.facebook.com/222paranormal  Click here to see Jennifer's book. https://a.co/d/0arr7Sya  Click here to see Joe's book.  https://a.co/d/01sF0EIM    222 Paranormal Podcast — Who Is the Holy Spirit? What exactly is the Holy Spirit? Is He a divine presence, a guide, a comforter, or something far more mysterious? In this powerful and thought-provoking episode of the 222 Paranormal Podcast, Joe and Jennifer explore one of Christianity's greatest mysteries: the identity and role of the Holy Spirit within the Trinity. Joe and Jennifer begin at the very beginning—literally. The first mention of the Spirit of God appears in Genesis, where the Spirit is described as moving over the waters before creation. From there, the conversation travels through the Old Testament, examining the many ways the Holy Spirit appears, guides, empowers, and communicates with humanity. One of the most fascinating stories discussed is that of Bezalel, the craftsman chosen to help construct the Tabernacle and the sacred objects associated with it, including the Ark of the Covenant. Scripture describes Bezalel as being filled with the Spirit of God, receiving wisdom, understanding, knowledge, and exceptional craftsmanship. What does this tell us about the Holy Spirit? Could divine inspiration extend beyond prophecy and miracles into creativity, craftsmanship, and human ability? Joe and Jennifer also explore the Holy Spirit's relationship with biblical figures including Moses, David, Samson, Elijah, and the prophets. The discussion moves into some of the Bible's most extraordinary supernatural experiences, including dreams, visions, prophecy, divine guidance, and Ezekiel's mysterious visions. The conversation then turns toward Jesus Christ and the Trinity. What does Christianity mean when it says the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit are one God? What happened when the Holy Spirit descended upon Jesus at His baptism? And what does the dramatic event of Pentecost reveal about the Spirit's role? One of the most personal moments of the episode comes when Joe reflects on growing up in a Catholic home and attending church, where he heard the Holy Spirit mentioned many times throughout his childhood. Yet, despite hearing the words repeatedly, he admits that he never really understood who the Holy Spirit was or what role the Spirit played in his faith. That personal reflection becomes an important part of the episode's larger question: Can we experience the Holy Spirit today? Joe also shares one of his own theories: Could some experiences that people describe as encounters with guardian angels actually involve the Holy Spirit? While Joe makes it clear that this is his personal thought rather than established Christian doctrine, the idea opens the door to a fascinating discussion about intuition, divine guidance, protection, spiritual experiences, and the unexplained. Throughout the episode, Joe and Jennifer carefully explore the difference between biblical teachings, Christian tradition, personal belief, and paranormal experiences. Whether you're a lifelong Christian, someone who grew up hearing about the Holy Spirit but never fully understood the concept, a paranormal enthusiast, or simply someone fascinated by the mysteries of consciousness and spirituality, this episode offers plenty to think about. Who is the Holy Spirit? Is the Holy Spirit still active in the world today? And could some of the mysterious experiences people encounter throughout their lives have a spiritual explanation? Join Joe and Jennifer for a deep journey into scripture, faith, history, and the unexplained as they explore Who Is the Holy Spirit? Sometimes the greatest mysteries aren't hiding in haunted houses, deep forests, or distant skies. Sometimes, the greatest mysteries may be walking beside us every day.

Ben spills the exclusive details of his long-overdue power lunch with former radio sidekick Eddie Garcia — the who, what, where, when and why of the whole operation. It required the Army Corps of Engineers, some highly questionable Maller Math and enough travel to qualify as a Lewis & Clark expedition. The destination? The Tabernacle of the Chicken Finger, where Benny reveals exactly how much power 25+ years at Fox Sports Radio gets you. Spoiler: not much. Plus, we workshop the first-ever Milky Way NFL Draft featuring the Grays, Nordics, Insectoids and Reptilians. Which alien species goes No. 1 overall, and naturally, how do the Browns screw it up? Then it's Tooth Fairy economics: Santa Claus' overnight-working younger sibling has been collecting chompers for generations — but just how many teeth can the Tooth Fairy theoretically harvest from one kid? We crunch the numbers on that brain buster and more in this completely unnecessary, yet somehow must-listen edition of the Fifth Hour. Follow, rate & review "The Fifth Hour!" https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fifth-hour-with-ben-maller/id1478163837 Engage with the podcast by emailing us at RealFifthHour@gmail.com ... Follow Ben on Twitter @BenMaller and on Instagram @BenMallerOnFOX ... #BenMaller #FSRWeekendsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben spills the exclusive details of his long-overdue power lunch with former radio sidekick Eddie Garcia — the who, what, where, when and why of the whole operation. It required the Army Corps of Engineers, some highly questionable Maller Math and enough travel to qualify as a Lewis & Clark expedition. The destination? The Tabernacle of the Chicken Finger, where Benny reveals exactly how much power 25+ years at Fox Sports Radio gets you. Spoiler: not much. Plus, we workshop the first-ever Milky Way NFL Draft featuring the Grays, Nordics, Insectoids and Reptilians. Which alien species goes No. 1 overall, and naturally, how do the Browns screw it up? Then it's Tooth Fairy economics: Santa Claus' overnight-working younger sibling has been collecting chompers for generations — but just how many teeth can the Tooth Fairy theoretically harvest from one kid? We crunch the numbers on that brain buster and more in this completely unnecessary, yet somehow must-listen edition of the Fifth Hour. Follow, rate & review "The Fifth Hour!" https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fifth-hour-with-ben-maller/id1478163837 Engage with the podcast by emailing us at RealFifthHour@gmail.com ... Follow Ben on Twitter @BenMaller and on Instagram @BenMallerOnFOX ... #BenMaller #FSRWeekendsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Crossroads Church Podcast

Crossroads Church Podcast

This episode is part 14 in a study of the book of Exodus. Moses on Mount Sinai getting instructions from God. Moses gets instructions for the construction of the tabernacle, alter, and courtyard. https://thebiblestudypodcast.com/exodus-26-27-the-tabernacle/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

This message from Pastor's sermon series through the book of Job was delivered during our Sunday evening service on August 2, 2026. The text being expounded is Job 2:1-13.   To learn more about Tabernacle or access more resources, visit https://www.tabernaclebaptistchurch.com/. 

This message from Pastor's sermon series "The Gospel According to John" was delivered during our Sunday morning service on August 2, 2026. The text being expounded is John 3:30.   To learn more about Tabernacle or access more resources, visit https://www.tabernaclebaptistchurch.com/. 

Pastor John Biddle 1 Corinthians 10:11

In my exploration of angels, there is an angel that has avoided being named to me until now. What I've been finding out is that he is the most misunderstood, shunned creature of God out there. With nicknames like, "Shadow of God" is it any wonder why this angel is surrounded by controversy. Is he a fallen angel? Or one of the Seraphim order doing God's work in secret? Did he in fact build the Ark of the Covenant?Let's get into it. Bezaliel (Bez-A-liel) 101First off, the basics.I found this from Digital Bible, "Bezaliel, whose name is Hebrew in origin and means "Shadow of God," is often mentioned within esoteric and Jewish mystical traditions. If you've heard the phrase 'esoteric and mystical traditions' but couldn't define it, I found this. It is another way of saying 'mystery tradition' or the seeking of hidden or inner meaning. Back to the angel, or Shadow of God, at hand. While some sources suggest that he is a fallen angel, others propose that Bezaliel is an archangel who belongs to the order of angels known as Seraphim, famous for their six wings and their close proximity to God. In the grimoire "A Dictionary of Angels," writer Gustav Davidson includes Bezaliel as one of the many non-canonical angels. In some interpretations, Bezaliel is portrayed as an angel who fell from grace, although the specifics behind his fall are not elaborately explained. Seeking more information, I found it on YouTube.Myth Cast from YouTube asks...What if there was an angel so mysterious, so powerful and so hidden...that even Heaven and Hell don't fully understand him? Meet Bezaliel - the 13th Watcher and Angel of Shadows. In their short video linked in the show notes, they say that Bezaliel is mentioned as one of the Watchers, the 13th Watcher to be specific. Because of the nature of his work, he is not accepted in Heaven or Hell, and is begrudgingly envied by the other angels for the secret tasks he sets about doing for God, in the name of God. Mentioned in the Book of Enoch, a book banned from the conventional bible, he is a figure of great mystery and intrigue.Show Sources:Bezaliel, the Fallen Angel of Shadows, Myth Cast, YouTubeBezaliel: The Intriguing Study of a Fallen Angel, Digital BibleBezalel (their spelling) on WikipediaThe Complete Book of EnochArk of the Covenant, Pastor Russell Mckinney's blogSend us Fan MailIf you are searching for a fresh, binge-able podcast, this might be the one for you!Support the showSupport Curious Cat, an independent, human-made podcast!***Curious Cat Podcast on Substack!***Buy Curious Cat Podcast a Coffee!

This message from Pastor's sermon series "The Gospel According to John" was delivered during our Sunday morning service on July 26, 2026. The text being expounded is John 3:1-8.   To learn more about Tabernacle or access more resources, visit https://www.tabernaclebaptistchurch.com/. 

This message was delivered during our Sunday evening service on July 26, 2026. The text being expounded is Psalm 78.   To learn more about Tabernacle or access more resources, visit https://www.tabernaclebaptistchurch.com/. 

This message was delivered during our July Jubilee evening service on July 28, 2026. The text being expounded is Exodus 15:25.   To learn more about Tabernacle or access more resources, visit https://www.tabernaclebaptistchurch.com/. 

Patrick opens with hard-hitting questions on salvation and evangelization, confronting listeners with challenging truths from Scripture about who really enters heaven. He weaves a vivid analogy likening salvation to hitting a dartboard’s center, pressing the urgency of embracing the Catholic faith fully and honestly wrestling with its demands. Addressing topics from holy death and prayers for the dead to reverence at Mass and the nuances of valid Catholic marriage, Patrick moves fast, never shying from uncomfortable realities or pressing listeners to think deeper about their journey. Email - Why do we evangelize when more people can be saved without evangelization? (00:38) Diane - I pray for the holy souls all the time. Is it wrong for me to pray for mine and my husband's soul since no one else will? (13:22) Joe - I think it is appropriate to genuflect before the Tabernacle. I am assuming there is no Church stance on this, so it is an opinion issue. (23:07) Carol – What is your opinion on the necessity of the convalidation of a marriage later in life after 36 years of marriage? I’m trying to return to Church. (30:49) Patrick in Florida - I had a mass offered for my father this weekend. They only mentioned his name in the prayers of the faithful. Does this count as indeed being offered for him? (47:19)

God desires to be in the heart of His people, but according to His design, not theirs. Think about it: Do you worship like God is at the center of your life (in your heart) or as though He’s on some far-off mountain?

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ദൈവകൃപയോടെ മികവ് നേടുക | Excellence With God's Grace | Christian Daily Devotion | Br. Damien Antony | Morning Glory 1993 | 10 Aug 2026ദൈവം നിങ്ങളുടെ കൈകൾക്ക് ജ്ഞാനവും കൃപയും നൽകുമ്പോൾ, നിങ്ങളുടെ സാധാരണ ജോലിയും പരിശുദ്ധാത്മാവിൻ്റെ വലിയൊരു ശുശ്രൂഷയായി മാറുന്നു.This Christian spiritual message explores the profound theological connection between secular vocation and sacred ministry, examining how biblical characters like Bezalel were divinely equipped with wisdom, understanding and craftsmanship to construct the Tabernacle. By integrating natural talents with the anointing of the Holy Spirit, believers can elevate their daily professions - whether in IT, medicine, engineering or manual labor - into acts of true workplace worship. Rooted in passages from Exodus 31, Proverbs, and Colossians, this message emphasizes that excellence, integrity and character combined with divine creativity result in ultimate kingdom impact and profound career fulfillment.ദൈവവചനത്തിൻ്റെ അനുഗ്രഹങ്ങൾക്കായി Blessing Today ചാനൽ ഇപ്പോൾ തന്നെ Subscribe ചെയ്യൂ! ✨പുതിയ വീഡിയോകൾക്കായി Bell Icon അമർത്തുക.

In this urgent and prophetic message, “The Ready Discerning Church,” Pastor Josiah Elias takes us through Matthew 24 and Scripture's warnings concerning deception, the return of Christ, and the responsibility of the Church to remain spiritually awake and discerning. Jesus warned that false messiahs and false prophets would arise with convincing signs and wonders, making discernment essential for the people of God. Pastor Josiah traces the biblical story of God's dwelling place—from the Tabernacle and the Temple to Jesus Christ, the Church, and ultimately eternity—revealing that under the New Covenant, we are now the temple of the Holy Spirit and living stones being built together as God's house. Through the finished work of Jesus, one sacrifice was made once and for all, and now the Church is called to live holy, alert, and ready. Jesus is coming again—not secretly, not ambiguously, but with power and great glory, and every eye will see Him. The question is not if He is coming, but are we ready? This message is a call to wake up, reject deception, cultivate biblical discernment, and examine our hearts with one sobering question: “Am I ready?”

Do we let the strains of life drive us ___________________ God or _______________________ from him?[1 Samuel 1:3-16] Each year Elkanah would travel to Shiloh to worship and sacrifice to the Lord of Heaven's Armies at the Tabernacle. The priests of the Lord at that time were the two sons of Eli—Hophni and Phinehas. [4] On the days Elkanah presented his sacrifice, he would give portions of the meat to Peninnah and each of her children. [5] And though he loved Hannah, he would give her only one choice portion because the Lord had given her no children. [6] So Peninnah would taunt Hannah and make fun of her because the Lord had kept her from having children. [7] Year after year it was the same—Peninnah would taunt Hannah as they went to the Tabernacle. Each time, Hannah would be reduced to tears and would not even eat. [8] “Why are you crying, Hannah?” Elkanah would ask. “Why aren't you eating? Why be downhearted just because you have no children? You have me—isn't that better than having ten sons?” [9] Once after a sacrificial meal at Shiloh, Hannah got up and went to pray. Eli the priest was sitting at his customary place beside the entrance of the Tabernacle. [10] Hannah was in deep anguish, crying bitterly as she prayed to the Lord. [11] And she made this vow: “O Lord of Heaven's Armies, if you will look upon my sorrow and answer my prayer and give me a son, then I will give him back to you. He will be yours for his entire lifetime, and as a sign that he has been dedicated to the Lord, his hair will never be cut.” [12] As she was praying to the Lord, Eli watched her. [13] Seeing her lips moving but hearing no sound, he thought she had been drinking. [14] “Must you come here drunk?” he demanded. “Throw away your wine!” [15] “Oh no, sir!” she replied. “I haven't been drinking wine or anything stronger. But I am very discouraged, and I was pouring out my heart to the Lord. [16] Don't think I am a wicked woman! For I have been praying out of great anguish and sorrow.”___________________ prayer will __________________ us before it changes our circumstancesSometimes God ____________________ us to reach the end of ourselves, so we can _____________________ that he is enough.[2 Samuel 2:18-21] But Samuel, though he was only a boy, served the Lord. He wore a linen garment like that of a priest. [19] Each year his mother made a small coat for him and brought it to him when she came with her husband for the sacrifice. [20] Before they returned home, Eli would bless Elkanah and his wife and say, “May the Lord give you other children to take the place of this one she gave to the Lord.” [21] And the Lord blessed Hannah, and she conceived and gave birth to three sons and two daughters. Meanwhile, Samuel grew up in the presence of the Lord.[2 Timothy 2:11-13] This is a faithful saying:If we have died with him, we will also live with him;[12] if we endure, we will also reign with him;if we deny him, he also will deny us;[13] if we are faithless, he remains faithful—for he cannot deny himself.The gap ___________________ us where our strength truly comes from.

Exodus 26-27

Bishop Alfred Jackson reminds from Ephesians 6: 10-12 that God's Mission couples with Your Ministry. Welcome to the official YouTube channel for Tabernacle of Praise Church Int'l. We are a church called by Jesus Christ under the leadership of Bishop Alfred Jackson. Our ministry desires for all to come to the faith and to encourage the hearts of God's people to praise Him in all we do. As you listen to these grounded biblical messages, we pray you are strengthened and encouraged by the message. For more information about us visit topraise.us. Focal Scripture: Ephesians 6: 10-12

The Teacher and the Preacher is a weekly radio program--hosted by Dave McGarrah,  Pastor at Deer Flat Church in Caldwell, Idaho, and Aaron Lipkin from Israel--that airs each Sunday at 10:30 am and 7:30 pm here  94.5 FM and 790 AM on KSPD Boise's Solid Talk.They are a unique phenomenon on the airwaves – a Christian and a Jew in an ongoing dialogue – celebrating the many commonalities but never shying away from the differences. They offer their listeners insights into each other's faiths that don't come up much elsewhere, that can only come through sincere conversation. The weekly discussion is more than a program about a topic; it's a demonstration of how God can bring two people together from 9,000 miles away to bridge the differences, learn from each other, and strengthen their own faiths.If you would like to learn more about this fantastic radio ministry, please visit their website at theteacherandthepreacher.com.Podcast Website: https://www.790kspd.com/the-teacher-and-the-preacher/

Deuteronomy 12 looks to a future day when the Tabernacle no longer needs to be portable. Until now, God has moved his cloud of presence from camp to camp, following the Israelites in their forty-year journey. God promises that they are entering a place of rest from their wanderings and from surrounding enemies. When they are living in relative safety, God desires his presence to also have a place of rest.Deuteronomy 12 looks to a future day when the Tabernacle no longer needs to be portable. Until now, God has moved his cloud of presence from camp to camp, following the Israelites in their forty-year journey. God promises that they are entering a place of rest from their wanderings and from surrounding enemies. When they are living in relative safety, God desires his presence to also have a place of rest.Support the showConsider donating (one-time or recurring) to www.TheJerusalemConnection.us so we can continue to bring valuable content via podcasts free to the public. Help us increase our audience reach and improve production quality. Your donation is 100% tax-deductible to our non-profit organization. Bible Fiber and The Red Alert Report are available via YouTube and all major podcast platforms. The Jerusalem Connection also engages in additional educational and advocacy programs. Check our "Projects" tab for all the endeavors we invite YOU to be part of.

Send us Fan MailThis sermon explores the biblical significance of the cloud of glory as a manifestation of God's presence, tracing its history from the Garden of Eden to the Exodus. It details how God guided the Israelites through the wilderness with a pillar of cloud by day and fire by night, ultimately dwelling among them in the Tabernacle at Mount Sinai. The speaker emphasizes that this heavy, tangible presence signifies God's grace in inhabiting the midst of a sinful people, providing both protection and direction. The narrative highlights the transition from general fellowship to specific covenantal revelation, culminating in the dedication of the Tabernacle, where God's glory filled the Holy of Holies. Ultimately, the message underscores that the center of Israel's life was their worship and meeting at God's mobile presence in the Tabernacle.Bible Insights with  Wayne ConradContact: 8441 Hunnicut Rd Dallas, Texas 75228email: Att. Bible Insights Wayne Conradgsccdallas@gmail.com (Good Shepherd Church) Donation   https://gsccdallas.orghttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJTZX6qasIrPmC1wQpben9ghttps://www.facebook.com/waconrad or gscchttps://www.sermonaudio.com/gsccSpirit, Truth and Grace MinistriesPhone # 214-324-9915 leave message with number for call backPsalms 119:105 Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.

This sermon explores the biblical significance of the cloud of glory as a manifestation of God's presence, tracing its history from the Garden of Eden to the Exodus. It details how God guided the Israelites through the wilderness with a pillar of cloud by day and fire by night, ultimately dwelling among them in the Tabernacle at Mount Sinai. The speaker emphasizes that this heavy, tangible presence signifies God's grace in inhabiting the midst of a sinful people, providing both protection and direction. The narrative highlights the transition from general fellowship to specific covenantal revelation, culminating in the dedication of the Tabernacle, where God's glory filled the Holy of Holies. Ultimately, the message underscores that the center of Israel's life was their worship and meeting at God's mobile presence in the Tabernacle.

We delve into the story of Samuel and the decline of Eli's household. Samuel, dedicated to Yahweh by his mother Hannah, grows up in the Tabernacle under the mentorship of Eli. Despite Eli's attempts to guide them, his sons live wickedly, leading to God's judgment on their family. Samuel receives a divine call, foretelling the downfall of Eli's house. The prophecy is fulfilled during a battle with the Philistines, where Eli's sons die and the Ark of the Covenant is captured. Eli himself dies upon hearing the news, marking the end of his leadership.Support the showRead along with us in the Bible Brief App! Try the Bible Brief book for an offline experience!Get your free Bible Timeline with the 10 Steps: Timeline LinkSupport the show: Tap here to become a monthly supporter!Review the show: Tap here!Want to go deeper?...Download the Bible Brief App!iPhone: App Store LinkAndroid: Play Store LinkWant a physical book? Check out "Bible Brief" by our founder!Amazon: Amazon LinkWebsite: biblebrief.orgInstagram: @realbiblebriefX: @biblebriefFacebook: @realbiblebriefEmail the Show: biblebrief@biblelit.orgWant to learn the Bible languages (Greek & Hebrew)? Check out our partner Biblingo (and use our link/code for a discount!): https://biblin...

Minister Jonathan McFadden reminds from Nehemiah 4:1-6 that we should Do it ANYWAY. Welcome to the official YouTube channel for Tabernacle of Praise Church Int'l. We are a church called by Jesus Christ under the leadership of Bishop Alfred Jackson. Our ministry desires for all to come to the faith and to encourage the hearts of God's people to praise Him in all we do. As you listen to these grounded biblical messages, we pray you are strengthened and encouraged by the message. For more information about us visit topraise.us. Focal Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-6

Join hosts Rick Hogg of War HOGG Tactical and Mark Kelley of Kelley Defense on the On The Range Podcast for an exclusive episode recorded while attending CanCon Carolinas—the world's largest fully suppressed range day. Special guests from Foundation Cigars sit down with the hosts for a unique crossover conversation blending premium Nicaraguan cigars, craftsmanship, and the warrior ethos of firearms training, suppressors, and personal readiness. In this episode of the On The Range Podcast, lifelong friends and combat veterans Rick Hogg (U.S. Army Special Operations) and Mark Kelley (U.S. Army combat veteran and longtime law enforcement officer) share insights from the CanCon Carolinas event at the Clinton House Shooting Complex while welcoming the team behind award-winning boutique cigars like The Tabernacle, Wise Man, and Olmec. Perfect for fans of tactical training, suppressed shooting, premium cigars, leadership, and becoming 1% better every day. Subscribe for more episodes on firearms training, gear reviews, mindset, and industry guests. Become a CREW member for exclusive content. https://www.otrcrew.com/ Key links: On The Range Podcast: https://www.ontherangepodcast.com/ Rick Hogg / War HOGG Tactical: https://www.warhogg.com/ Mark Kelley / Kelley Defense: https://www.kelleydefense.com/ Foundation Cigars: https://foundationcigarcompany.com/ CanCon Carolinas / CANCON Event: https://canconevent.com/ Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and wherever you get your podcasts.   SEO keywords included: On The Range Podcast, Rick Hogg, Mark Kelley, Foundation Cigars, CanCon Carolinas, premium cigars, suppressors, suppressed range day, tactical training, War HOGG Tactical, Kelley Defense, Nicaraguan cigars, firearms podcast, combat veterans.

For several years, I performed as a member of the Orchestra at Temple Square, accompanying what was then known as the Mormon Tabernacle Choir on *Music and the Spoken Word*.From long Sunday mornings and rehearsals in the Tabernacle to touring, auditions, and eventually leaving the orchestra, this is my honest story of what it was really like behind the scenes.This isn't an exposé. It's a personal memoir about music, faith, and one of the most memorable chapters of my life.Along the way, I discuss:* What rehearsals were really like* The musicians behind the performances* Touring with the orchestra* My changing beliefs while still performing* The emotional power of music* How my time with the orchestra unexpectedly came to an endAlthough I no longer believe in the truth claims of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, I remain deeply grateful for the opportunity to make music alongside so many exceptional musicians. Some experiences transcend belief, and beautiful music is one of them.If you enjoy thoughtful conversations about Mormonism, music, faith transitions, and honest personal stories, consider subscribing for more episodes.**#Mormon #ExMormon #TabernacleChoir #TempleSquare #MusicAndTheSpokenWord #LDS #FaithJourney #ClassicalMusic #MormonStories #MormonNewsRoundup**Please consider making a donation by joining our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/MormonNewsRoundup Email: kolob@mormonnewsroundup.org Website: https://mormonnewsroundup.org/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mormonnewsroundup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mormon_news_roundup/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093511869924 X: https://twitter.com/NewsMormon New episodes LIVE every Sunday and Monday nights at 9:30PM ESTPlease like and subscribe and hit the notifications bell. Remember remember, no unhallowed hand can stop this podcast from progressing!The Mormon News Roundup is NOT affilated with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Just as our Father provided in advance all the precious building materials for the Tabernacle in the wilderness and for the Temple in Jerusalem so did He provide for us as His temple.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we tour Psalms 81–89 and discover a powerful thread running through these songs: God desires to bless His people, draw near to them, and remain faithful even when they fail.Psalm 81 begins with joyful celebration of the Exodus, but God reminds Israel that blessing flows from listening to His voice. Rather than portraying God as harsh and eager to punish, these psalms repeatedly show Him ready to bless His people when they return to Him.We then explore Psalms 82–83, where God is presented as Judge over every nation and every lesser spiritual power. Israel's God is not merely a local deity; He is the Most High who rules over all.Psalms 84–87 shift our attention to the beauty of God's presence. The psalmists delight in the Tabernacle, celebrate Jerusalem, and use names such as Lord of Hosts and Most High to proclaim God's greatness. Along the way, we see recurring themes of drawing near to God, righteousness, and God's steadfast chesed love.Psalm 86 gives us a beautiful model for prayer: “Guard my life, bring me joy, teach me, and give me an undivided heart.” It also looks forward to the day when all nations will worship the Lord.Finally, we wrestle with Psalm 88, the darkest psalm in the Psalter and the only one that does not end with praise. Yet Psalm 89 immediately answers with worship and a reminder of God's covenant with David. Even when God's people wander, He promises that He will not remove His steadfast love.As Book Three of the Psalms closes with a doxology, these songs leave us with a lasting hope: God remains faithful to His covenant, His kingdom, and His people.If you want the FREE hand outs that go along with this series, sign up for our newsletter at our website. Our website is The Context and Color of the BibleWe are on Facebook - The Context and Color of the Bible | FacebookWe are on Instagram - @contextandcolorofthebibleWe are on YouTube - The Context and Color of the Bible - YouTubeMusic: Tabuk by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4453-tabukLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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Part 1 of Tabernacle Prayer

Part 1 of Tabernacle Prayer

This message explores Jesus' command to make disciples by focusing on Worship as the foundation of the Christian life. Through the imagery of the Tabernacle and Scripture, it shows how true worship is centered on Jesus and invites us to encounter God's presence.

Hunter Stanch brings a great message out of Exodus 33, about Moses going to the tabernacle, and yet the children of Israel standing at their tent doors until he went in. Please tune in.

Why is Mary called the Tabernacle of God? Discover how her life points every believer toward deeper communion with Jesus.Every night, join Father Joseph Matlak as he ends the day with prayer and reflection. In a few short minutes, and using the Douay-Rheims psalter for his reflections, Father Matlak guides you in prayer and shares a brief reflection and a thorough examination of conscience providing you with the encouragement necessary to go forward with peace and strength. ________________

This message from Pastor's sermon series through the book of Job was delivered during our Sunday evening service on July 19, 2026. The text being expounded is Job 1:13-22.   To learn more about Tabernacle or access more resources, visit https://www.tabernaclebaptistchurch.com/. 

This message from Pastor's sermon series "The Gospel According to John" was delivered during our Sunday morning service on July 19, 2026. The text being expounded is John 3:1-21.   To learn more about Tabernacle or access more resources, visit https://www.tabernaclebaptistchurch.com/. 

This message was delivered during our July Jubilee evening service on July 21, 2026. The text being expounded is Acts 12:1-5.   To learn more about Tabernacle or access more resources, visit https://www.tabernaclebaptistchurch.com/. 

In Beyond Hope: Rabbinic Eschatology of Late Antiquity in Comparative Perspective (Oxford UP, 2026) Jenny Labendz addresses distinct patterns within rabbinic eschatology that have been overlooked in scholarship and in Jewish thought. Contrary to what is usually expected of eschatology, this book demonstrates that the rabbis held a sustained eschatology of irresolution. While the rabbis occasionally waxed poetic along the lines of a perfected new world in the eschaton, a vast store of rabbinic texts depicts a deeply imperfect eschaton. This is the profound difference between rabbinic and early Christian eschatology.Despite its differences from the Christian doctrine of perfection, rabbinic eschatology aligns neatly with a different Christian concept, namely inaugurated eschatology. The eschaton is not only be hoped for in the future, but can be attained in the present. The best of all possible worlds has not yet been entirely actualized, but it has been inaugurated, in the rabbinic view by the exodus from slavery in Egypt, the revelation of the Torah at Sinai, and the construction of the Tabernacle in the wilderness. This is a paradigm shift for thinking about rabbinic eschatology, which rejects the dogmas and binaries that generations of scholars have taken for granted. In this new book, Jenny Labendz explores the relationship between this world and the best possible world, the limits of that best possible world, and asks a crucially grounding question--what are we talking about when we're talking about the end of the world? Interviewee: Jenny R. Labendz received her PhD from the Jewish Theological Seminary in 2010 and was Associate Professor of Religious Studies at St. Francis College until 2025. She is also the author of Socratic Torah: Non-Jews in Rabbinic Intellectual Culture, published by Oxford University Press in 2013. Host: Schneur Zalman Newfield is an Associate Professor of Sociology and Jewish Studies at Hunter College, City University of New York, and the author of Brooklyn Odyssey: My Journey out of Hasidism and Degrees of Separation: Identity Formation While Leaving Ultra-Orthodox Judaism. Visit him online at ZalmanNewfield.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

In Beyond Hope: Rabbinic Eschatology of Late Antiquity in Comparative Perspective (Oxford UP, 2026) Jenny Labendz addresses distinct patterns within rabbinic eschatology that have been overlooked in scholarship and in Jewish thought. Contrary to what is usually expected of eschatology, this book demonstrates that the rabbis held a sustained eschatology of irresolution. While the rabbis occasionally waxed poetic along the lines of a perfected new world in the eschaton, a vast store of rabbinic texts depicts a deeply imperfect eschaton. This is the profound difference between rabbinic and early Christian eschatology.Despite its differences from the Christian doctrine of perfection, rabbinic eschatology aligns neatly with a different Christian concept, namely inaugurated eschatology. The eschaton is not only be hoped for in the future, but can be attained in the present. The best of all possible worlds has not yet been entirely actualized, but it has been inaugurated, in the rabbinic view by the exodus from slavery in Egypt, the revelation of the Torah at Sinai, and the construction of the Tabernacle in the wilderness. This is a paradigm shift for thinking about rabbinic eschatology, which rejects the dogmas and binaries that generations of scholars have taken for granted. In this new book, Jenny Labendz explores the relationship between this world and the best possible world, the limits of that best possible world, and asks a crucially grounding question--what are we talking about when we're talking about the end of the world? Interviewee: Jenny R. Labendz received her PhD from the Jewish Theological Seminary in 2010 and was Associate Professor of Religious Studies at St. Francis College until 2025. She is also the author of Socratic Torah: Non-Jews in Rabbinic Intellectual Culture, published by Oxford University Press in 2013. Host: Schneur Zalman Newfield is an Associate Professor of Sociology and Jewish Studies at Hunter College, City University of New York, and the author of Brooklyn Odyssey: My Journey out of Hasidism and Degrees of Separation: Identity Formation While Leaving Ultra-Orthodox Judaism. Visit him online at ZalmanNewfield.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/jewish-studies

The Pirates of our Times   Huge! This Changes Everything! Secrets Revealed! The Real Reason… ALL CAPS! What You're Not Supposed to Know About… Something That Shouldn't Exist… See Recipe in Comments Below[1]     Is this what it takes to get our attention now?   You would think so. When we search through YouTube looking for a favorite news outlet, we now slog through sensationalist titles and AI-generated title pages that entice us to view by showing extreme emotions: anger, fear, distress, shock.   Not comforting, is it?   It's a weekly challenge for me when I try to choose a graphic that authentically represents the content of the teaching. At some point I think we have to admit that no matter how intriguing the title or graphic, mostly the same people will read and the same people will delete. Probably at most, an especially intriguing title will cause a tiny percentage of people to open an email who normally delete it. We are becoming more wise…or perhaps fatigued…with sensationalist content.   The ability of AI[2] to offer us not just curated viewing, shopping, music, or social media posts, but to communicate with us like an actual person in Customer Service chats or Chat GPT, creates an illusion of an interested and caring person we know. How cool is it that YouTube lets me know when a new beading or archaeology video is released?   Honestly, though, it's digital machinery that has been fed immeasurable amounts of data. As I found out last week, it's also been fed pirated books (Creation Gospel workbooks!) and videos (Creation Gospel videos!). The AI in turn cheerfully offers the information free to seekers.   There was a foreshadowing of this back in 2003 when we first went online with www.israelnet.tv, offering teaching programs from some of the best-known Messianic teachers of the day. Our tech guy contacted us and said he was watching someone download multiple programs simultaneously in real time. This was in spite of clear copyright cautions. We only had permission from the teachers to stream to our audience, not to re-distribute the programs for personal use.   With a little bit of investigative work, we tracked down the email address of the pirate. My burning question was, what kind of person steals Bible teaching? There's much more lucrative content out there. Bible teaching? Really?   I sent the faceless Torah pirate an email, and kindly but firmly explained that we knew he was downloading copyrighted programs. I also explained that we did not have permission to distribute the material randomly; we were only licensed for the specific use on Israelnet.   Instead of an apology, the pirate went into the old trope: The Bible doesn't belong to anyone. It's free. Bible teaching should be free.   Pretext.   Aaargh, matey!   Sure the Bible is free. They're in the top drawer of any hotel nightstand. An institution known as the Gideons gives away free Bibles. Most people have an extra copy they'd be happy to give away. But there was a reason Yeshua chose one of the disciples to carry the donation money bag.   Even though Yeshua was quite handy with multiplying loaves and fishes, they had to eat.   Relying on miracles instead of working is not the Scriptural example. Miracles are for when we reach the limit of human skill, access, or knowledge.   In my reply to the gentleman pirate, I agreed that the Bible is free. In fact, our Creation Gospel programs and workbook royalties are designated to support Torah-based orphanages, not pay salaries. My husband and I had full time jobs, so we didn't rely on donations to pay the grocery bill or car payment. We donated our time and money. Other teachers, however, were full time ministers. They needed the income to support their ministries and families.   Not being as handy with loaves and fishes as Yeshua, they had to eat.   At the least, if this gentleman wanted to re-distribute the teachers' programs, then he should obtain permission like Israelnet did. He should explain why the costs the teachers incurred, such as travel, studio, equipment, utility bills, (our streaming T-1 line back then was $1000 per month!), software, etc., was okay for him to remove from their pockets because he knew better than they did to whom their teaching and production work should be disseminated.   So in our times, AI developers are free to redistribute all the intellectual property it can consume, even apologizing for not listing everything due to “copyright rules.” It's like nodding and saying “no” at the same time.   It's not something we'll change, however. In fact, it's so incorporated into our daily activities that it's probably impossible to disconnect unless we go off-grid. We're being sluiced down that funnel faster and faster. The current Western trend toward socialism and communism is a symptom. The pirate's reasoning that all Biblical content should be free is rapidly expanding. We feel entitled to confiscate anyone else's hard work because it's the “moral” thing to do. Share. Lift up the downtrodden. Love your neighbor.   Sometimes we feign asking permission by passing onerous laws to tax and take property. Others simply take without permission and know that the wealth from it will more than equip them to face their accusers in court by the time it makes it that far. The ultimate settlement is calculated as the cost of doing pirated business. The Author's Guild reports that the median annual income from book sales is just $15,000 for full-time authors. We're not all John Grisham. The authors are never going to recover the income they've lost to pirates and AI even when the case makes it to court.   Yes, I agree. Love your neighbor as yourself.   But what about “Thou shalt not steal”? That's in the Bible, too.   Pretext.   Yes, that's what the Torah calls it.   A pretext is when we make up a reason to conceal the actual reason we do or don't do something. Pretext tends to spread like wildfire. We'd all like to avoid confronting our own fears, failures, laziness, aggressiveness, greed, or apathy if someone can come up with a pretext that sounds way better than “my fear,” “my laziness,” “my aggressiveness,” or “my greed.”   Numbers 11:1-6 is an example of a pretext:   “Now the people became like those who complain of adversity in the hearing of the LORD; and when the LORD heard it, His anger was kindled, and the fire of the LORD burned among them and consumed some of the outskirts of the camp… The rabble who were among them had greedy desires; and also the sons of Israel wept again and said, “Who will give us meat to eat? We remember the fish which we used to eat free in Egypt, the cucumbers and the melons and the leeks and the onions and the garlic, but now our appetite is gone. There is nothing at all to look at except this manna.”   The fire started with a taste for free meat and fish. This was the pretext. They even invented facts to go with the pretext: we ate free fish in Egypt; we have no appetite.   The opposite was true. The fish wasn't free in Egypt. Even the straw for the bricks they had to find for themselves. They did, too, have an appetite. The ignoramuses even listed all the things they were craving.   The manna, the Word of Heaven was not tasty enough for their uncontrolled, greedy appetites.   It helps to know what preceded the complaining. For the first time, the organized camp moved with the Tabernacle, following the Ark of the Covenant and expected to give feet to the commandments they'd learned:   “So they moved out for the first time according to the commandment of the LORD through Moses.” (Nu 10:13)   The Israelites had entered a new stage of responsibility in their walk to the Promised Land. No longer newly-saved milk-dependent babes in the wilderness, they had multiple commandments in which to walk. They were now organized by camp, directed by leadership. There was no map to their journey, only the Ark that traveled ahead looking for the place for them to rest.   When we don't know exactly what lies ahead, we often look back. What we see when we look back takes on a glory and sheen that it never had when we were living it. Truth be told, we were miserable. But those reconstructed memories and invented facts make great pretexts.   Our present challenge is more than just leaking away of intellectual property or orphanage funds through pretexts or outright theft. Like I said, we won't stop this flood until Yeshua returns. There's no way to separate out an answer on a search engine that was stolen versus one that was taken from an open source. Our present challenge is more than just clickbaiting viewers or listeners to read, watch, or listen to a program when they have thousands of choices each day.   Let's put the two together.   We are in a transition period. We hear the footsteps of Messiah. We also know that the period just preceding his return is one of chaos, turmoil, war, weather phenomena, family conflict, rebellion, and mass confusion.   In the middle of this, a remnant is called out of that darkness in the “wilderness of the peoples.” What we feel as tribulation is really just a test. Tribulation is for the unrepentant. Yet, we, too, become scared, nervous, anxious, and angry. We're not sure we know how to follow the Ark. Organization? The Beast uses those! Help!   Yes, the Beast is full of cravings and greedy desires. He does use organizations to clickbait and entice us, to offer us any pretext for complaining about the journey. To overwhelm us with “free” choices: Cucumbers? Fish? Melons? Garlic? Onions? Pick me! Pick me! I love free!   All our choices do cost something no matter the pretext or the truth of the Word. The only free thing is our salvation. After that is a wilderness journey of learning, and each lesson costs us some effort. And unlike the wilderness of the first Exodus, this Greater Exodus doesn't come with a visible Moses or a leadership appointed by him. This is a bit scarier because it's more than a bit greater than the first one! (Je 16:14-15; 23:7-8; Is 43:16-19)   You know what? I used AI to look up those verses faster than I could on Logos. I don't think AI is the Beast. It's a tool, but we need to know how to and how not to use it, just like we need to know how to use and not use the organizations to which we belong or which we use. We don't put faith in government, medicine, recreation, education, or any other system. We use them, but they will ultimately fail…repeatedly. They are tools, but they are not the Kingdom. We must recognize where they fail and use them wisely where they are honest and successful.   While the wicked and lukewarm world with no clear direction enters this stage of confusion that precedes the Kingdom, knowing only an indiscriminate throwing off of every yoke, we are to walk with clarity. Training in the Word equips us, calms us, balances us.   This is why I know that trying to find the most enticing graphic or clickbait title is not going to get lots more people to open a newsletter. In fact, statistics tell me that fewer than 50% even open the weekly email.   People are weary and wary. When they do open those links that imply they HOLD THE NEXT GREATEST SECRET CONSPIRACY, they already anticipate that it will under-deliver.  They know we're overrun with the pirates of our time. It's kind of like those sea monkeys I ordered from the back of a comic book when I was seven years old. I still have no idea what that cloudy mess was, but the ads made me think something alive, mysterious, and fascinating could be had for the cost of postage and few bucks.   And I get it.   I, too, have to search for ways to promote books like Scorpions Ascent or a conference, to politely ask the readers or viewers for a minute or two to consider whether the book or event is a good fit for them. I don't want to be a time pirate, yet on the other hand, if we don't do something to attract the eye, the message is shouted down by edgier content producers. At what point do we become a time pirate? These are wilderness dilemmas, but Yeshua goes ahead of us so we won't get lost.   My prayer is that we are quietly growing a trained remnant that doesn't need superlatives, all caps, world-shaking prophecy insights, and carnival ride doctrines. They are faithfully collecting tasty manna in the Torah portions each week. They don't need pretexts to justify their lust for the doctrinal carnival rides because they are not afraid of walking in the chaos Scripture warned us would accompany the period before Yeshua's return.   AI can only appear to know you by your first name. It cannot know you at all. It is data programmed to identify your habits captured either legally or illegally by analyzing your keystrokes, questions, searches, and preferences. The upside is a quick search for a simple, non-life-changing question. The downside is that from now until Yeshua comes, we will not likely know for sure what images or voices are real. Oh yeah, that's in the Bible, too.   A minister of pretext doesn't really know you, either. He or she knows human fears, greed, cravings, laziness…even the good desire to do righteous things for your neighbor. The minister of pretext's bait draws out the “rabble,” sharing confusion and darkness because they feed one another half-truths that become whole lies. In the end, it consumes them together. It doesn't bear the fruit of righteous things. He's a pirate who baits our scroll…em…scrolling time.   As we navigate this greater exodus, let us deliver what the apostles of Yeshua delivered and what Moses and the leaders in the wilderness delivered. Truth. Truth still matters.   A human being doing the honest work of the Kingdom can hold truth and the good of others at the same time. It can give without stealing. Truth can be firmly upheld without being unkind. It can make manna tastier than anything from The French Laundry.   That is something the world desperately needs right now. Real human beings unafraid of the giants, robots, and raging, confused nutters. Strong, yet gentle messengers of Yeshua aren't driven by their own fears, but by the good news promises of the gospel. They may not remember where you shopped online six months ago or that you like loom beading videos, but they know you are the Father’s treasured possession. This kind of knowing becomes a comfort to others:   For our exhortation does not come from error or impurity or by way of deceit; but just as we have been approved by God to be entrusted with the gospel, so we speak, not as pleasing men, but God who examines our hearts. For we never came with flattering speech, as you know, nor with a pretext for greed—God is witness—nor did we seek glory from men, either from you or from others, even though as apostles of Christ we might have asserted our authority. But we proved to be gentle among you, as a nursing mother tenderly cares for her own children. Having so fond an affection for you, we were well-pleased to impart to you not only the gospel of God but also our own lives, because you had become very dear to us. (1 Th 2:3-8)   Isn't this a great passage Paul wrote to comfort the Thessalonians? These are words of relationship, not something Paul asked AI to write for him. Even back then, the recipient of a letter could sniff out a genuine letter from AI. A pastor who loves the flock is a gift from above AI will never duplicate.   This Shabbat is “Shabbat Nachamu,” the Shabbat of Comfort that follows the fast of Tisha B'Av. The readings for the weeks following are also comforts that the destructions will someday come to an end, and the hard work of walking through the chaos and confusion of the wilderness will come to an end.   The great thing about the Ark seeking out a resting place for the Israelites three days' journey ahead of them in the wilderness? It is said that its cloud lifted up the low places, leveled the high places, and killed the scorpions and snakes in their path. It shaded them from the heat or cold. The journey was nothing to be afraid of, nothing  for which they needed to collect pretexts beforehand for failures. They were being afforded the comforts they would need even through the challenges of the journey.   It was those on the fringes the cloud had expelled for complaining who were consumed by the fire. It's way bumpier and hotter out there where the cover of the clouds of glory is thin. The Presence of the Father can also sniff out a reluctant traveler on this journey. Leave the pretexts out there in the fire with the pirates, and report to your place in the cloud.   Complaining is the opposite of comforting. Complaining is the opposite of comforting. Complaining is the opposite of comforting.   “'Comfort, O comfort My people,' says your God. ‘Speak kindly to Jerusalem; and call out to her, that her warfare has ended, that her iniquity has been removed, that she has received of the LORD'S hand double for all her sins.'A voice is calling, ‘Clear the way for the LORD in the wilderness; make smooth in the desert a highway for our God. Let every valley be lifted up and every mountain and hill be made low; and let the rough ground become a plain, and the rugged terrain a broad valley; then the glory of the LORD will be revealed, and all flesh will see it together;' for the mouth of the LORD has spoken.” (Is 40:1-5)     [1] The recipe in Comments will be a link that ka-chings the content provider's account and takes you to a “recipe page” that buries the recipe within dozens of ads. Clickbait. [2] Fun Hebrew/English Coincidence Fact: The first AI pirate: in Hebrew: ?????, Ai means “heap of ruins.” It was a Canaanite city located just east of Bethel. It was the site of a major battle in the Book of Joshua. At first, the Israelites were defeated because a warrior named Achan (“troubling, troubler”) took treasure and hid it. After Achan was put to death, Joshua led a successful military ambush to capture and destroy the city. Pirates of Ai are in a heap of trouble. Please SUBSCRIBE to our newsletter to get new teachings.

God's ultimate desire has always been to dwell with His people. We long for God's presence, but our sin separates us from a holy God. How can sinful people approach a holy God? After rescuing Israel and establishing His covenant with them, God gives Moses detailed instructions for building the Tabernacle… a place where His presence would dwell among His people. Every part of the Tabernacle tells a story. The gate, the sacrifice, the altar, the laver, the lampstand, the bread, the veil, and the Ark all point to humanity's greatest problem and God's ultimate solution. The Tabernacle revealed two truths that seem impossible to reconcile: God is completely holy, and God desperately wants to be near His people. What began as a tent in the wilderness ultimately points to Jesus Christ, the One who became the final sacrifice, tore down the barrier of sin, and made access to God possible for everyone. The story of Moses ends with God's glory filling the Tabernacle. The story of Jesus ends with the veil being torn. And the story of every believer is the invitation to live in the presence of God. God's greatest gift is not an explanation. It's His presence. About the Series: Life is full of questions we wish God would answer. Why did the diagnosis come? Why did the relationship end? Why did the opportunity disappear? Why does the waiting continue when we've prayed for so long? Most of us want explanations, but throughout Scripture, God often offers something different. Instead of revealing the entire plan, He invites us to trust Him one step at a time. The life of Moses is a powerful example of that kind of faith. From being born into slavery and raised in a palace to leading God's people through impossible circumstances, Moses repeatedly found himself in situations that didn't make sense. Yet through every season of uncertainty, God was present, faithful, and at work in ways Moses couldn't fully see. In this series, we'll follow Moses' journey and discover what it means to trust God's character when we don't understand His timing, His methods, or His plans. Because faith isn't trusting God when He explains Himself. Faith is trusting God when He doesn't. Join us as we learn that the most important question isn't, "Do I understand what God is doing?" but "Will I trust Him anyway?" This week's notes in the Bible app: https://www.bible.com/events/49640085 Pastor Sean Kelly | When God Doesn't Explain Himself | Exodus 25-31 (Overview); Exodus 40:34-38 CONNECT WITH US Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mpccgreenwood Twitter: https://twitter.com/mpccgreenwood Instagram: https://instagram.com/mpccgreenwood Website: https://mpcc.info/

The Day of Atonement, known in Hebrew as Yom Kippur, is one of the most profound pictures in all of Scripture of what Jesus Christ would accomplish on the cross. Positioned at the center of Leviticus, which itself sits at the center of the Torah, this ancient ceremony was never merely a Jewish ritual. It was a carefully designed preview of the gospel. Once a year, the high priest of Israel would enter the Holy of Holies, the most sacred space in the tabernacle, as the sole representative of the people before God. He came not in ornate robes but in simple linen, because linen does not cause sweat. The message embedded in that detail is striking: you do not earn your way into God's presence. You receive it. This same pattern finds its ultimate fulfillment in Jesus Christ, one man, one sacrifice, one way to the Father.The ceremony also involved two goats, each representing a different dimension of what atonement accomplishes. The first goat was sacrificed, its blood shed as payment for sin. The second, known as the scapegoat, had the sins of the people symbolically placed upon it before being sent into the wilderness, never to return. Together, these two goats illustrate what Jesus does for every person who trusts in Him. He pays the penalty for sin and removes it entirely, as far as the east is from the west. The book of Hebrews makes clear that Jesus is the ultimate High Priest who entered the true Holy of Holies, not with the blood of animals repeated year after year, but with His own blood, once for all time, securing eternal redemption.The practical implications of this truth are life-changing. When Jesus died on the cross, the veil separating the Holy of Holies from the rest of the temple was torn from top to bottom, a declaration that the barrier between God and humanity had been permanently removed. Because of Jesus, every believer has direct access to God at any moment, not because of personal merit or religious effort, but because of what Christ has done. Approaching God with intentional humility, coming to receive rather than to achieve, is the posture that reflects a true understanding of atonement. The message has not changed in thousands of years. Sin is real, but Jesus is better, and through Him, anyone can be made at one with God again.

In Hebrews 9:1-14, the author draws our attention to the ministry of the Tabernacle and priests and shows us how it is all a shadow pointing us to something greater, Jesus.

Leviticus 16   Leviticus 16 records the instructions for the Day of Atonement celebration. This annual day of fasting and worship provided atonement for the Tabernacle and for all the sins of Israel. It finds its ultimate fulfillment in Jesus whose death provided full and final cleansing from sin.    BIBLE READING GUIDE - FREE EBOOK - Get the free eBook, Bible in Life, to help you learn how to read and apply the Bible well: https://www.listenerscommentary.com     GIVE -  The Listener's Commentary is a listener supported Bible teaching ministry made possible by the generosity of people like you. Thank you! Give here:  https://www.listenerscommentary.com/give     STUDY HUB - Want more than the audio? Join the study hub to access articles, maps, charts, pictures, and links to other resources to help you study the Bible for yourself. https://www.listenerscommentary.com/members-sign-up   MORE TEACHING - For more resources and Bible teaching from John visit https://www.johnwhittaker.net

In this episode of The Leader's Notebook (Ep. 322), I take you into the powerful message of the Book of Hebrews and its connection to Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement. Hebrews was written to believers who were tempted to look back, but its message is clear: Jesus is better. Better than the angels, better than Moses, better than Aaron, better than the old covenant, and better than every sacrifice that was ever offered. What the Law, the Tabernacle, and the priesthood could only foreshadow, Jesus fulfilled completely through His death, resurrection, and eternal ministry as our High Priest. From Hebrews 1, Hebrews 8–10, and Leviticus 16, we discover that Jesus is both the perfect sacrifice and the fulfillment of the scapegoat who carried away the sins of the people. His atonement is not annual but eternal. If you have ever wondered whether God's forgiveness is sufficient, whether Christ is enough, or how the Old Testament points directly to the cross, this message will strengthen your faith and deepen your understanding of the finished work of Jesus Christ. No matter what you face, this truth remains: Jesus is better.– Dr. Mark Rutland Chapters (00:00:03) - The Leaders Notebook(00:00:25) - The Day of Atonement(00:01:33) - Hebrews(00:03:19) - The Book of Hebrews(00:11:45) - Paul on Melchizedek and the New Covenant(00:15:48) - The Tabernacle of Jesus(00:21:31) - Comparatives in the Book of Hebrews(00:26:25) - The Book of Hebrews(00:30:32) - Yom Kippur(00:38:28) - Jesus is Better Than Moses