Tag Archives: Hebraic

natsab now has a podcast!!

After multiple requests for my books on audio and for a podcast, I have taken the leap! Because professional recording of the books is pricey and I’m not inclined to charge for them, I’m starting the podcast by recording my … Continue reading

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Tell us your story!!

I love hearing the stories of how others came into the Messianic.  I am sure my readers do as well…  so, while pondering the end of yesterday’s post, I thought it would be fun to hear from you, and possibly … Continue reading

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R U N the 1%?

If Jesus came into your church, would you recognize Him?  While my guess is completely subjective, I would guess that fewer than 1% would recognize the Messiah, King of Israel, if He walked into your church building. No, He likely … Continue reading

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Jesus / Yeshua as pictured in Joseph. Part 3.

Joseph is such an incredibly detailed picture of Jesus/Yeshua.  Previously, in Part 1 and Part 2, we looked at Genesis 37:1 through 41:38.  Now we’ll continue. Please remember, this is not an exhaustive list, or complete handling of each remez, … Continue reading

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He Judges By…. Smell?!?

Seriously!!  One attribute of the Mashiach is that He judges by smell! (This promises to be an interesting and unconventional post that will pull some odd things together…  ) After the midrash at this week’s Shabbat (parsha, Toldot), a bunch … Continue reading

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The 3 signs of apostasy, and how to deal with doubt in your life

Following post reblogged.  Excellent!!  HIGHLY recommended for all to read!! ___________________________________ Are there signs in a person’s life that they are headed towards apostasy, loss of faith? What can a person dealing with doubt do to renew faith and grow … Continue reading

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The Grass Withers….

If I’ve heard it once, I’ve heard it a hundred times. The grass withers, the flower fades, But the word of our God stands forever.  Isaiah 40:8 and 1st Peter 1:24-25 Pastors commonly quote this verse immediately after reading a … Continue reading

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“Grace IS the Law!!”

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What are the ‘sacred writings…?’

Lately, I have been feverishly working to finish an extended study of the Book of Ezra.  Part of my study today brought a familiar verse to mind, so I took a quick look.  You know this one.  Rav Shaul (Paul), … Continue reading

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Interesting article re: Yom Teruah v. Rosh Hashanah…

Someone in my congregation sent me an article by Nehemiah Gordon about the origins of the name ‘Rosh Hashanah’ for the Feast of Yahweh referred to in Scripture as ‘Yom Teruah’ or ‘day of shouting/blowing.’ This is worth reading and … Continue reading

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Sharing my journey… Some of the pain…

A few days ago I was reviewing the ‘About’ page trying to ‘see’ what others ‘see.’  You know, a sort of self assessment. I noticed on the page that I had written that my goal for this blog is to … Continue reading

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Excellent passage defending Messianic Torah observance!!

Here is an interesting passage that I already knew was a solid defense for Torah observance by the believer in Yeshua (Jesus), but, while referring to it in today’s Shabbat message, I noticed a couple words that have been there … Continue reading

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I Should Have Seen It Coming….

I have recently written several posts highlighting glaring translator error or bias.  Predictably, I have received multiple requests about Bible translation recommendations, or thoughts on a particular version…  I should have seen that coming!  So, here is a short post … Continue reading

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Translators & ‘the lying pen of the scribes…’ Pt. 3

In order to enjoy this part of the series the most, go get a third grader who is decent at reading.  You’ll need them in a few minutes to demonstrate that this one does NOT take a degree in rocket … Continue reading

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Translators & ‘the lying pen of the scribes…’ Pt.2

A couple days ago I posted the first in this occasional series… Today, we follow up with another example of clear translator bias that leads to false theology or wrong understanding of Scripture. Let’s look at Acts 7:38. This is … Continue reading

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