August 2011
Monthly Archive
See!
Roots of Faith 27 Aug 2011 | : ROF Shabbat Services, Roots of Faith, Syndicated
In this week’s Torah teaching, Ross covers the subject of “seeing” from a Biblical perspective. The Torah reading begins with a command to “see”, and follows with the choices set before each of us of blessing and curse. He shows that this choice is connected to the original covenant with Abraham. Ross points out that from the beginning people have been led astray at times by what they have seen, and by “doing what is right in their own eyes”. He contrasts this with doing what is right in the eyes of God. He points out that we can be deceived if what we see is not aligned with what we have “heard” from the Torah. You will not want to miss this challenging class. What do you see?
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A Kingdom of Priests and a Holy Nation
Roots of Faith 20 Aug 2011 | : ROF Shabbat Services, Roots of Faith, Syndicated
In this week’s portion, Ross shares his understanding of why Israel is a chosen people. Beginning with a passage in Psalm 135:4 – “For Yah has chosen for himself Yaakov – Israel for his segulah.” In this class, Ross takes you on a journey through the Bible to determine why Israel is the object of Yehovah’s love and affection. Is this an unconditional promise? Keying off of the Hebrew word “Ekev”, Ross answers the reasons for Israel’s chosen status. He looks closely at the “oath sworn to the fathers”. What was it that caused God to love Abraham, Isaac and Jacob? Based upon the words of Isaiah in this week’s prophet reading, Ross looks back to Abraham. You will not want to miss this teaching on why God chose Israel and what it will take to retain this position.
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Healing – with Rabbi Avraham Greenbaum – Part 4
The Gates 17 Aug 2011 | : Hatikva, Hatikva Specials, The Gates
The Gates – With Joseph Good
Wednesdays on ARBA4
The Gates Program #211 – Healing – with Rabbi Avraham Greenbaum – Part 4
Do This and Live – A Path to Life
Roots of Faith 13 Aug 2011 | : ROF Shabbat Services, Roots of Faith, Syndicated
In today’s class Ross offers a view of life from the Torah. This reading is full of incredible insights. Today is the first of seven Sabbaths of consolation, known as Shabbat nachamu. Ross begins his teaching in the 40th chapter of Isaiah. This passage still speaks to us today – A Voice is crying in the wilderness to prepare the way! Ross offers his listeners a challenge to hear the voice. Working through what he calls “the Greatest Sermon of Moses” Ross shows that within these words we find the path to life. Drawing upon the words of Jesus and the frequent use of these texts by Christians, Ross challenges modern followers of Jesus to rethink their view of eternal life. Does the Torah really bring life? Is salvation based upon works? From the greatest commandment to a repetition of 4 Hebrew verbs, Ross expands our understanding of a life based upon God’s plan for mankind. You will not want to miss this teaching.
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Devarim – The Words of Moses
Roots of Faith 06 Aug 2011 | : ROF Shabbat Services, Roots of Faith, Syndicated
In this class, Ross begins his study of the 5th book of the Torah – commonly referred to as Deuteronomy, but known in Hebrew as Devarim. Devarim means “words” in Hebrew. The book is the final word from Moses to the children of Israel. This book of the Torah represents the end of a journey as the Israelites are preparing to enter the promised land, but it also represents a new beginning. The book of Devarim represents 2 weeks of time following 40 years of wandering in the wilderness. Ross begins the study by conveying the importance of “hearing” the words of Moses and the consequences both then and now for not hearing these words. You will not want to miss this teaching.
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Healing – with Rabbi Avraham Greenbaum – Part 3
The Gates 03 Aug 2011 | : Hatikva, Hatikva Specials, The Gates
The Gates – With Joseph Good
Wednesdays on ARBA4
The Gates Program #210 – Healing – with Rabbi Avraham Greenbaum – Part 3
