In Hebrew Gospel Pearls PLUS #27, Faithful Obedience, Nehemia and Keith discuss the “survival kit” that got Nehemia through his Orthodox Jewish high school, do a deep dive on the semitic meaning behind the word “Pharisee”, and read in the Prophets about the group whom Yehovah holds up as an example for us today.
Torah
HIDE DESCRIPTIONFrom the beginning of time, the Torah (literally, God’s “instruction”) has provided a window for man to look into the heart and mind of his Creator. Historically, the word Torah has been used to refer to the first five books of the Bible (Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy). But Torah isn’t limited to just five books; it encompasses the entirety of God’s divine instruction throughout the “Old Testament.” Unfortunately, when most people hear the word Torah they immediately think “law,” which evokes a negative response. But God’s instruction leads to life! Let us help you learn what God’s Torah really is and what it actually says. We want you to experience the Torah as God’s eternal instruction and revelation for humanity. When you encounter His word, His will, and His way from a truly Torah-oriented perspective, it will enrich and change your life forever!
In the third episode of our deep-dive study into the book of Jonah, “How Far Will You Go?”, Keith begins by asking if there is a way to avoid the things of God—a way to “exit the arena” where God is working. This verse tells us that Jonah arose, as God had told him.
In this fourth episode—Getting God’s Attention—Keith begins by asking, “Have you ever thought about how big God is and how small he can be in your life?”
In our fifth episode, titled “Ignoring God Won’t Work,” Keith uncovers a tale of two responses to a crisis—that of the pagan sailors and that of the prophet Jonah. He asks: When a storm hits your life, who do you cry to?
In this episode, titled the One and Only True God, Keith begins with the concept of “accountability.” He then proceeds to explain that the Hebrew text of this verse reveals that the captain of the ship urged Jonah to intercede with the one true God so that He would take note of their plight and
This episode begins with the ancient practice of casting lots, as the sailors try to determine who on the ship is responsible for the storm. Keith asks, “When accountability arrives, what do you do?” Jonah undoubtedly knew that his actions were responsible for endangering the ship, but despite growing pressure, he was not yet ready
In Hebrew Gospel Pearls PLUS #26, Nullifying the Torah, Nehemia and Keith look at the consequences of teaching against the commandments, the balance of love and judgement in Hebrew Matthew, and a stark theological paradigm shift concerning Yeshua.
In episode 8, “A Heavyweight Fight, Keith begins by describing four levels of Bible study, using the ocean as a metaphor. He then proceeds to review Jonah 1:1-7, highlighting Jonah’s internal struggle as a man and as a prophet of Yehovah.
In this episode, titled “The Right Questions,” Keith analyzes Jonah 1:8-9, uncovering the depth of the questions asked by the crewmembers and the power of the answers they receive. The Hebrew text of these verses carries much more impact than most English translations convey.