The Price of Freedom – Acharei Mot-Kedoshim – May 6

On May 2, 2017 the citizens of Israel celebrated 69 years of statehood since Israel first declared its independence in May of 1948, a day after the British lowered their flag and left the Promised Land. The young Jewish nation has had an uphill battle from the beginning but has continually seen the protection and […]

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God Still Speaks – Va’Yishlach – Dec. 17

Can a person really hear from God? Living in Jerusalem, I regularly hear people explain how they have heard the Lord speak to them. Some people have proven that they have truly heard from God while others have proven just the opposite, as the word which they claimed was from the Lord was shown to […]

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Authority in Prayer – Ki Teitzei – Sept. 17

When Nehemiah first heard about the deplorable situation of the city of Jerusalem and of the people living in it, he responded by seeking the LORD in prayer: …let Your ear now be attentive and Your eyes open to hear the prayer of Your servant which I am praying before You now, day and night, […]

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Power in the Blood – Re’eh – Sept. 3

Human blood is a remarkable fluid that carries oxygen throughout the body, fights infections in the body, and contains healing properties when one has a cut, a bruise, or a wound. The complexity and miraculous power of blood to sustain life is truly amazing. In this week’s Torah Portion study we will also discover the […]

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