The Book of Ruth begins with the story of Elimelech who married Naomi. They and their two sons, Mahlon and Chilion, moved from Bethlehem to Moab, because their was a famine in their homeland. The sons married Moabite women. One son married Orpah, and the… Read more
The patriarchs, prophets and kings of the Old Testament constructed altars unto the Lord. Early altars were built from unhewn stone. The altars were used for burnt sacrifices and offerings. They were also used for prayer, worship, covenants and as memorials unto the Lord. *… Read more
“Christ” is derived from the Greek christós, meaning the “Anointed One.” This title corresponds to the Hebrew-derived “Messiah.” * * * Genesis 16 [13] And she (Hagar) called the name of the LORD that spake unto her, Thou God seest me: for she said, Have… Read more
The united tribes of Israel had grown steadily in wealth, power and glory or 120 years, under the reigns of Saul, David and Solomon. Solomon’s son Rehoboam became the next king. Rehoboam raised the taxes, which caused the northern tribes to rebel against him. Jeroboam… Read more
The following is from the Midrash, a collection of Jewish stories and teachings which expand upon the Torah. When the Jews arrived at the Red Sea, with the Egyptian Army in hot pursuit from behind and the sea in front, there was an argument in… Read more
“Be ye in the world, but not of the world.”This quote does not actually appear in scripture, but it represents the teachings of Jesus and of the prophets and apostles.* * *“Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked,… Read more
There have been several times in my life when I needed to make major changes, such as moving to a new neighborhood, starting a new job, etc. On several occasions, the Lord even forewarned me about upcoming changes in my life using some of the… Read more
* * * The Greek philosopher Socrates said: “The unexamined life is not worth living.” There are far too many people in the world who are careless and who do not accept responsibility for their actions. And there are many who say “Eat, drink and… Read more
The Lord gave a vision to Abraham as recorded in Genesis 15:5. And he [LORD] brought him [Abraham] forth abroad, and said, Look now toward heaven, and tell the stars, if thou be able to number them: and he said unto him, So shall thy… Read more
Jewish teachings outside of the Torah refer to a Messiah Ben-Joseph (aka Messiah ben Ephraim). “According to the Talmud, the Messiah will be a descendant of the House of David and will be preceded by a secondary Messiah, from the House of Joseph . .… Read more