Lessons

Communion

If you ask most Christians where 'communion' is found in the Scriptures, they will turn to the Gospels, point to the "last supper" and say, "There it is right there!" But a close examination of these passages reveal quite a different event from the ritual of 'communion' practiced in today's church. Take a journey with us back through history and let's see what this ancient tradition was - and should be - all about. (And don't be afraid. It's all good.)

Psalm 84

This short psalm drips with sweet blessings, but is also filled with unique and hidden gems of insight. What does self-sacrifice have to do with freedom and liberty? How can our tears be sweet? How is God manifested when His people are united? How could Temple worship be beautiful? Join us as we delve into this psalm by the Sons of Korah and explore these and other rich truths.

Psalm 82

This is the most controversial psalm of all. It is the one Yeshua quotes when He says to his accusers, "You are gods." What did Yeshua mean by this? Join us for a fascinating excursion into this short (and misunderstood) psalm as we try unravel its mysteries.

Psalm 81

Psalm 81 is in many ways a mirror image (alike but opposite) of Psalm 80. This short psalm contains several secret insights that are revealed only in the Hebrew, such as a unique spelling of Joseph's name, a strange word used for "harp", and a curious addition to the first line of The 10 Commandments. Join us for a deep dive into this fascinating psalm.

Psalm 80

What good does suffering do us? Does it in any way improve our relationship with God? This is one of the main themes of this short and powerful psalm. Join us as we observe the growth and expansion of the author's concept of who God is as he experiences suffering.

Shavuot

Of all the appointed times in the Bible, Shavuot (Pentecost) is the only one that does not have an assigned date and is also the most complex. Join us for a study of this fascinating holy day and how it applies to our own lives.

Psalm 79

One of God's names is El Kanah - "The Jealous God". What does this mean? Isn't jealousy a petty, negative emotion? How can God be jealous? And what could He possibly be jealous of?! Join us for a discussion into this short but powerful psalm as we address these and other questions.

The Tabernacle – Part 3: The Table & the Menorah

The table of showbread and the menorah form the only pair of furnishings in the Tabernacle that is not symmetrical. What is it that these two pieces together illustrate? Join us for a fascinating journey into the Holy Place of the Tabernacle as we make some astonishing discoveries about the Word of God and how the believing Gentile makes a surprising appearance in the imagery of the Tabernacle.

The Tabernacle – Part 2: The Ark of the Covenant

Though the Ark of the Covenant is thought of as one object, the Torah actually describes it as two: the box + the cover. Why is it important to recognize this? And what connection does the Ark have with Joseph in Egypt? Join us on a fascinating journey into the Holy of Holies, and be sure to print out the notes so that you can view the beautiful illustrations.

Psalm 74

In this psalm Asaph asks, "God, where are You? Why don't You do something? Why have you forgotten us?" Asaph asks the honest questions that we have all had at one time or another. But hidden in this psalm is the answer to these same questions, but it will take courage to confront it. Join us on a deep dive into this psalm and its heartfelt cry.

The Secret of the Dreidel

The humble dreidel gets little attention in teachings about Hanukkah, but this simple children's toy is actually filled with spiritual significance. Some may ask: "Would God really use such a silly Jewish tradition to communicate deep spiritual truth?" To which I would respond: "How big is your God?" Join our discussion of how God can teach human beings living on this spinning planet through something as tiny as a spinning dreidel.

A Matter of Life or Death

Why must we be commanded by God to choose life? What is the nature of a blessing? Or of a curse? What is so special about the month of Elul as we approach Rosh Hashanah and the High Holly Days? Join Grant and Robin as they discuss these and other important issues.