Monthly Archives: November 2019

Restoring kol Israel: Greco-Romanism in the Kingdom?

Posted on November 29, 2019 by Pete Rambo

Food poisoning is not a pleasant experience. In fact, sometimes it can be quite serious leading to hospitalization or death. Nobody plans for it, rather it usually occurs because of some minute unnoticed contaminate in the food that negatively affects … Continue reading →

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Torah Portion: Toldot (Genesis 25:19-28:9)

Posted on November 28, 2019 by Pete Rambo

See Toldot from a new perspective! Consider the aspects of family dynamic, headship and patriarchy as you dig into this week’s Torah portion. Connect it with Proverbs and parental responsibility. Go to our Torah Portion Series page to view or … Continue reading →

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The Zionist Roots of Thanksgiving

Posted on November 28, 2019 by Pete Rambo

Without question, Thanksgiving is connected to Sukkot. Maybe more than one realizes. The first Thanksgiving day was not a day… it was a week, preceded by a day of fasting. If that sounds like Yom Hakippurim and Sukkot, you would … Continue reading →

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Restoring kol Israel: How we ‘disable’ our children

Posted on November 24, 2019 by Pete Rambo

“What’s the use? I’m gonna die anyway?” His reply to my question was rather listless. It started after Shabbat when I asked a young man in our fellowship what he wanted to study for and do when he finished school. … Continue reading →

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Reblog: That Might Work for You, But Not My Marriage

Posted on November 23, 2019 by Pete Rambo

I do not normally reblog entire articles, but usually provide a link. I am making an exception for this article because it encapsulates so well the reason why we must recapture the proper roles of men and women in marriage … Continue reading →

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Torah Portion: Chayei Sarah (Gen. 23:1-25:18)

Posted on November 21, 2019 by Pete Rambo

We dive into bride price, concubines and western culture in this this portion that is sure to spark some interesting discussions!! Check out Chayei Sarah on our Torah Portion Series page as we continue to explore the foundational parts of … Continue reading →

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Torah Portion: Vayera (Genesis 18:1-22:24)

Posted on November 15, 2019 by Pete Rambo

This week’s Torah Portion commentary for Vayera, Genesis 18:1 – 22:24, is posted on the Torah Portion Series page. Our commentary is focused pretty closely on the roles and responsibilities of man and woman as revealed in Scripture, marriage, family … Continue reading →

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Why is this so hard?

Posted on November 14, 2019 by Pete Rambo

Paradigm shifts are rarely easy. And, for those on the cutting edge, they can be particularly difficult. Many readers are in some stage of ‘coming to’ or beginning Torah observance, and the whole process is challenging. But, why? In theory, … Continue reading →

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Restoring kol Israel: The ‘lost’ first post…

Posted on November 8, 2019 by Pete Rambo

I’m sitting here staring at my screen.  Writing feels a bit like blood letting. Yet, my brain is totally full and I have no idea where to begin, which string to pull first so the dam will beak. For weeks, … Continue reading →

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The Global Fertility Crash

Posted on November 7, 2019 by Pete Rambo

Two or three evenings ago, my eldest son read some information to me regarding the growing global fertility crisis. He is working on his Masters level degree as a Nurse Practitioner and is immersed in all things health related, so … Continue reading →

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Torah Portion Series, 03 Lech Lecha

Posted on November 6, 2019 by Pete Rambo

Our Torah Portion Series focusing on the specific topics of headship, patriarchy and family structure continues with Lech Lecha, Genesis 12:1-17-27. A special ‘thank you’ to Jeremy and Robin for their insight, edits and input. Lech Lecha.doc Lech Lecha.odt Lech … Continue reading →

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Samuel Adams is kosher?

Posted on November 6, 2019 by Pete Rambo

Well, color me surprised. We had wonderfully delicious fajitas for dinner and I succumbed to my craving for a beer. My eldest had one as well and commented, ‘Hey dad, these things are kosher!’ Well, I do know there are … Continue reading →

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