Lessons

Psalm 39

Psalm 38

Psalms 37-41 are sometimes called David's "Job" moment as he suffered at God's hand. This psalm, along with the next three, provide a window into suffering, pain, doubt, and depression. It poignantly describes the believer in God who is suffering under God's silence. Though a surface reading of Psalm 37 can be depressing, a deeper reading provides great comfort and hope in that we can begin to realize that our experience is by no means unique. As you read this psalm and watch this teaching, may you be comforted in your own pain, disappointment, and loneliness. You are not alone.

Part 4 – The Spiritual Believer

Paul describes three kinds of believers: the fleshly believer, the soulish believer, and the spiritual believer. Which one are you? Which one do you want to be? And how do you get there? In this teaching, we look at the scriptural principles that will help us to become the people God wants us to be.

Part 3 – The Soul-Spirit Connection

It has been said that we are not human beings on a spiritual journey, but spiritual beings on a human journey. The Scriptures speak often about the human soul and the human spirit. In fact, Hebrew 4:12 states, "For the Word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit…" Why is it important for this division to occur? What is the difference between the soul and the spirit? Should the soul and the spirit always be divided? And what are the dangers of not dividing between these two parts of our inner essence? This may be one of the most important teachings on the Torah Today Ministries website, so please download the notes and follow along as we continue to learn about how we humans can navigate this spiritual journey that we all are on.

Part 2 – The Body-Soul Connection

This four-part series covers one of the last understood topics in the Bible. Though the Scriptures discuss the body, soul, and spirit in detail, it is rarely taught upon in most faith communities. The concepts presented here are foundational for a clear understanding of God's work of salvation and restoration of the human being. (The material presented here grew out of a series of teachings first presented at a conference held in Stevens Point, Wisconsin in August 2023.)

Surviving the Storm

Part 1 – Introduction

This four-part series covers one of the last understood topics in the Bible. Though the Scriptures discuss the body, soul, and spirit in detail, it is rarely taught upon in most faith communities. The concepts presented here are foundational for a clear understanding of God's work of salvation and restoration of the human being. (The material presented here grew out of a series of teachings first presented at a conference held in Stevens Point, Wisconsin in August 2023.)

Psalm 37

What did Yeshua mean when He said that the meek "shall inherit the earth"? He must have been thinking about this psalm since that phrase is used here five times! We also learn what it means to shepherd out faith as we also encounter an [almost] untranslatable word. This psalm provides great comfort when it appears that the wicked are winning and the righteous are losing. Throughout this psalm, we are commanded to "fret not", and are taught why.

This Is About That (Part 2)

Discussion #5 – A Puzzling Allegory

Psalm 36

In this psalm, we hear two voices: the voice of evil itself inside the human being, and the voice of the spirit within each person. These two voices offer opposing counsel: one urges us to do what is right in our own eyes - "do things your way" - and the other, to do what is right in God's eyes. This psalm describes the two opposing forces at work in the world today and provides sound advice for leading a righteous and successful life.

This is about That

Psalm 35

I began the study of this psalm the morning that Hamas began their attack on innocent Israeli civilians. I did not realize then that this psalm perfectly describes Israel's enemies and even identifies Hamas by name! Psalm 35 serves as a timely prayer for the people of Israel.

Discussion #4 – What Does Under the Law Mean?

What did Paul mean when he said that we were under a "child minder" or "guardian" until faith came? And what does the phrase "under the Law" mean? Now that we are not "under the Law", are we excused from obeying it? If I am led by the spirit, do I need to pay attention to and obey the Torah? This key section of Galatians found in 3:23 to 4:8 answers these questions and gets right to the heart of Paul's message to the community in Galatia

Psalm 34

How could God bless David for acting like a mad man?! And how do we, as mere human beings, "bless God"? We also discuss why this acrostic psalm skips a letter of the alphabet, and what it means to fear God. This amazing psalm is packed with beauty and precious insights.

Kim House

Vezot Haberachah

Wally Collingwood

Discussion #3- The Two Roles of the Torah

In this third discussion of key concepts in Galatians, we consider the Torah's two primary roles (plus a third role that you may find surprising!). We will also gain a clearing understanding of the relationship between "law and grace", i.e. walking in obedience to the Torah versus walking in the spirit.

Ha’azinu

What Is the Primary Theme of God’s Word?

Psalm 33

With its many musical expressions, this beautiful psalm of praise is the perfect capstone to the series concerning Yeshua's sufferings on the cross. In this study, we will define what praise is biblically. We will also look into the terms righteousness and justice, which are, after all, the foundation of God's throne (Psalm 89:14). Then we close the psalm's use of five expressions to describe God's 'eyesight' and perception of the world.

What Are Wisdom, Understanding & Knowledge?

Nitzavim – Vayeilech

Discussion #2 – Judaism’s Two Torahs

In this second discussion of key concepts in Galatians, we look at Judaism's definition of "Torah" only to discover that Judaism has two of them! This has led to great confusion for Gentiles as they read this important book. Though we do not actually look into the book of Galatians itself in this discussion, the concepts addressed here are vital to our ability to understand Paul's message.

Hanna Nitz

Ki Tavo

How Do We Maintain a Healthy Fellowship?

Ki Teitzei

What Is the Difference Between Praise & Worship?

Shoftim

How Do I Avoid the Extremes of Legalism & License?

Re’eh

Psalm 32

This is the first "teaching psalm" (maskil) in the book of Psalms, and it teaches us how not to be a horse or a mule. Sound strange? You may be surprised how much we all tend to act like horses and mules! But this psalm also teaches us how to be a human being in our walk with God. In this psalm, we also learn what the word we typically translate as "prayer" really means.

What is the Purpose of Pain and Suffering?