Prophet Pearls #7-Vayeitzei

Hosea 12:12-14:9 [12:13-14:10]

November 26th, 2014

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This week’s Prophet reading—traditionally called the Haftorah—is Hosea 12:12-14:9 [12:13–14:10]. It accompanies the Torah portion Vayetzei (Genesis 28:10–32:3).

In this passage God describes His displeasure with those who are unfaithful to Him and warns that punishment will come for turning away from the only one who can save them. Nevertheless, to those who return to Yehovah their God, forsake their sins, and walk in His righteous ways, He will forgive and love freely. Listen to Keith Johnson and Nehemia Gordon as they discover priceless gems in this installment of Prophet Pearls: Exploring Biblical Prophecy for Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow.

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Prophet Pearls #6-Toldot

Malachi 1:1-2:7

November 21st, 2014

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This week’s Prophet reading—traditionally called the Haftorah—is Malachi 1:1–2:7. It accompanies the Torah portion Toldot (Genesis 25:19–28:9).

Through the prophet Malachi God admonishes those who are in positions of leading and teaching His people. He indicts them for turning the worship of God into hollow rituals and disrespecting Him in ways that even human rulers would not tolerate. He then declares His plan to restore virtuous leaders and teachers, whose lips will preserve knowledge and impart righteous instruction. Listen to Keith Johnson and Nehemia Gordon as they discover priceless gems in this installment of Prophet Pearls:Exploring Biblical Prophecy for Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow.

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Prophet Pearls #5- Chayei Sarah

1 Kings 1:1-31

November 13th, 2014

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This week’s Prophet reading—traditionally called the Haftorah—is 1 Kings 1:1-31. It accompanies the Torah portion Chayei Sarah (Genesis 23:1–25:18).

With Israel’s King David on his deathbed, the king’s eldest living son Adonijah devised an elaborate coup to wrest the kingdom from his half-brother Solomon, whom David had designated as his successor. Although the plot was foiled, it was the culmination of a series of tragic events in David’s family, brought on by his adultery with Bathsheba and the indirect murder of her husband to cover up his sin. Listen to Keith Johnson and Nehemia Gordon as they discover priceless gems in this installment of Prophet Pearls: Exploring Biblical Prophecy for Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow.

If you would like to listen to Keith and Nehemia discuss the Torah portions that correlate to the Prophet portions here are the original Torah Pearls programs recorded in 2011-2012.

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Prophet Pearls #4- Vayeira

2 Kings 4:1-37

November 6th, 2014

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This week’s Prophet reading—traditionally called the Haftorah—is 2 Kings 4:1-37. It accompanies the Torah portion Vayeria (Genesis 18:1–22:24).

This passage relates the moving accounts of two women in great personal distress whose needs are met through divine miracles. Lessons about the powerful effects humility, perseverance, and obedience offer encouragement for God’s faithful children of all ages. Listen to Keith Johnson and Nehemia Gordon as they discover priceless gems in this installment of Prophet Pearls: Exploring Biblical Prophecy for Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow.

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Prophet Pearls #3 – Lech Lecha

Isaiah 40:27-41:16

October 30th, 2014

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This week’s Prophet reading—traditionally called the Haftorah—is Isaiah 40:27–41:16. It accompanies the Torah portion Lech Lecha (Genesis 12:1–17:27).

In this passage God declares his tireless care and protection for His people. He assures the fearful that He will strengthen, help, and uphold them with His righteous right hand. Listen to Keith Johnson and Nehemia Gordon as they discover priceless gems in this installment of Prophet Pearls: Exploring Biblical Prophecy for Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow.

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Prophet Pearls #2 – Noach

Isaiah 54:1-55:5

October 23rd, 2014

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This is the second Prophet section of what is traditionally called the Haftorah reading that accompanies the Torah portion of Noach (Genesis 6:1–6:8). This week’s reading is Isaiah 54:1-55:5 .

In this passage God draws on the imagery of the waters of Noah to assure His people that His love and compassion will never be removed from them. And to those who heed His admonition and turn to Him He promises to make an everlasting covenant. Listen to Keith Johnson and Nehemia Gordon as they discover priceless gems in this installment of Prophet Pearls: Exploring Biblical Prophecy for Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow.

From this episode through portion #21 (Ki-Tisa), Nehemia provides an opportunity for you to listen to the portion in Hebrew!

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