Category Archives: Torah Portion

Torah Portion Series: Ha’azinu (Deuteronomy 32:1-52)

Posted on September 25, 2020 by Pete Rambo

This week is the next to last portion in our series before rolling the scroll back and starting all over! Free downloadable discussion notes regarding headship, patriarchy, family and national structure are available on our Torah Portion Series page. And, … Continue reading →

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What is the basis of your moral standard?

Posted on September 18, 2020 by Pete Rambo

If you ever find yourself thinking, ‘I have higher moral standards than Abraham and David’, then you have entered dangerous territory. ~ a friend Everyone has a moral standard. Most of those standards are founded on nothing more than personal … Continue reading →

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Torah Portion Series: Nitzavim/Vayelech (Deu. 29:10-31:30)

Posted on September 11, 2020 by Pete Rambo

A double portion this week with final instructions to kol Israel! These last several portions teach us about the nations as the clans and tribes are functioning together. And, the whole study is now polished and bound into a book … Continue reading →

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Torah Portion Series: Ki Tavo (Deuteronomy 26:1-29:9)

Posted on September 4, 2020 by Pete Rambo

Would God really enact curses? Indeed, He is quite serious about His commands, including those concerning authority, headship, and family structure. This week’s study is fairly short, but much to ponder in our response to His grave warning. Free downloadable … Continue reading →

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Torah Portion Series: Ki Tetze (Deuteronomy 21:10-25:19)

Posted on August 28, 2020 by Pete Rambo

God LOVES women and cares for them in so many ways through His Torah. This portion is loaded with instructions that protect women, particularly when they are most vulnerable. God’s solution in a number of cases is surprising and runs … Continue reading →

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Torah Portion: Shoftim (Deuteronomy 16:19-21:9)

Posted on August 21, 2020 by Pete Rambo

What was really Solomon’s sin? It may not be what you’ve been taught.. Also, why does the adversary hate men and masculinity? And, does God ever regulate a sin? Numerous interesting points to discuss in this week’s portion as it … Continue reading →

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Torah Portion: Re’eh (Deuteronomy 11:26-16:17)

Posted on August 14, 2020 by Pete Rambo

Do men really receive a greater judgment in some areas than women? What should men be doing in this age? And, how about women? Does Isaiah 2-4 support what we see in the Torah? Israel will not be restored without … Continue reading →

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Torah Portion: Ekev (Deuteronomy 7:12-11:25)

Posted on August 7, 2020 by Pete Rambo

BECAUSE!! This week’s portion has so much to say about how a marriage is to reflect God and His people. In fact, it shows us the proper lens to look through for all of Scripture with relationship to God and … Continue reading →

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Torah Portion: Va’etchanan (Deuteronomy 3:23-7:11)

Posted on July 31, 2020 by Pete Rambo

One of my favorite portions, Va’etchanan, has a very subtle but grave warning, particularly to men. The world around us is ripe for judgment and if it begins at the house of the Lord, then we, men especially, ought to … Continue reading →

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Torah Portion: Devarim (Deuteronomy 1:1-3:22)

Posted on July 24, 2020 by Pete Rambo

What does the Memra de Yeya have to do with patriarchy and God’s Authority structure? When Israel is restored, what will the government look like? Who will rule over each tribe? How will leaders be selected? All men? Some women? … Continue reading →

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Torah Portion: Matot & Massei (Numbers 30:1-36:13)

Posted on July 16, 2020 by Pete Rambo

Another double portion with a HUGE offer for the first. Multiple glaring items dealing with headship, patriarchy, and the role of the man as covering as well as a section on the difficult topic of divorcees and widows. There is … Continue reading →

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Torah Portion: Pinchas (Numbers 25:10-29:40)

Posted on July 10, 2020 by Pete Rambo

Is jealousy ever righteous? Can a woman ever be jealous of ‘her man?’ What does authority structure have to do with righteous jealousy? These questions explored and more in this week’s Torah portion, FREE to download on our Torah Portion … Continue reading →

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Torah Portion: Double!! Chukat & Balak (Num. 19:1-25:9)

Posted on July 3, 2020 by Pete Rambo

Excellent portions with insight into authority, rebellion, and emotions! What can we learn about Biblical headship and how to lead/follow well? Come along! Download our free commentary on our Torah Portion Series page.

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Torah Portion: Korach (Numbers 16:1-18:32)

Posted on June 26, 2020 by Pete Rambo

What might Korach’s Rebellion have to do with feminism, or what can it teach us about a common sin among God’s people? Numbers 16 is a stern warning to this generation and our rebellious hearts. Read or download our free … Continue reading →

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Torah Portion: Shelach (Num. 13:1-15:41)

Posted on June 19, 2020 by Pete Rambo

What do the spies teach us about headship, patriarchy, the wilderness, the Second Exodus, and the restoration of kol Israel? A LOT! Download our free commentary from our Torah Portion Series page.