Roots of Faith

In this week’s teaching, Ross covers the subject contained in Torah reading Mishpatim along with the special reading for Shabbat Shekalim. He focuses on the idea of freedom and equality for all. What does the Bible mean when it speaks of mishpatim? What does the word mean? In this class Ross shows that according to Scripture, all souls belong to God and the mishpatim define the way of Yehovah and how we are to treat our fellow man. This class will challenge you to consider that the true essence of Torah faith requires a heart for doing right – even to those who do not do right by you. You will not want to miss this teaching.

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In this week’s Torah teaching Ross covers the most remarkable event in human history, referred to in Judaism as Mattan Torah (the Giving of the Torah) but referred to by Moses simply as “this great thing”. Ross shares the biblical call and purpose of Israel both ancient and modern. Why was Israel chosen and what constitutes the foundation of that calling? You will learn about the meaning of the Hebrew phrase “segulah” and what it means to be a priest. Ross also covers an interesting Hebrew phrase that is left untranslated in most English translations. You will not want to miss this teaching. Listen and share with others.

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In today’s teaching, Ross covers the great deliverance of the children of Israel out of Egypt. He begins in Psalm 106 and shares some insights into the story covered by this Torah portion. Ross speaks on the fleeting faith of the children of Israel and of the struggle that is required to achieve freedom. This particular Torah reading begins and ends with the subject of war. It speaks of an eternal struggle between YHVH and an age long enemy known as Amalek. Ross shares some insights into the redemption. There are things that we must do. You will not want to miss this teaching.

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In this week’s teaching, Ross continues his study of the redemption of Israel from Egypt. He begins by reading from a biblical account of a Passover recorded in II Chronicles and shows that those from some of the tribes were not following the Passover as it was written in the Torah of Moses. He then challenges his listeners with a question; Have we missed the point of Passover by not following what is written? In this week’s class Ross speaks on the prevalent view of the Passover held by most who were introduced to the Festival of Passover through Christian teachings. For Christians, the Passover points to the death of God’s son. Is this the message of Passover? You will be challenged by this teaching but are encouraged to listen and make up your own mind.

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In this week’s class Ross shows the connection between the promises to the patriarchs and to the descendants. He begins by covering the “RE” revealing of God to Moses and carefully works through the texts showing that the promises made to and through Abraham, Isaac and Jacob are also for their seed. He focuses on a particular phrase found in this week’s reading where God claims to lift His hand in an oath to the fathers. Building on this, Ross covers the other occurrences of this act and speaks of the promised inheritance. For what purpose does YHVH deliver Israel from Egypt? Several times in this week’s reading YHVH says, “Shalach et ami”. What does this mean and how does it relate to modern day claimants of the distinguished name Israel? You will not want to miss this class.

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