Perceptions - Parshas Beshalach

Can we do תפילות prayers for:

Rabbi Pinchas Winston and torah.org?

That also through them The האור Light, רפואה The Healing and The ואהבה Love of ישועת יהוהYeshuath YHWH may come back to הארץ The Land of Israel?

Perceptions by Rabbi Pinchas Winston Print Version
To sponsor an edition of the Perceptions e-mail list, click here

Parshas Beshalach Patience Patience is definitely a virtue, perhaps the most important one of all. It is amazing how far a little patience or impatience can go to change a moment, a life, lives, or even history. Usually people are impatient when the moment calls for patience, but sometimes people can be too patient when the moment calls for a little impatience in order to put an early end to what eventually may become a disastrous situation. This is what the Talmud teaches as well, albeit in a somewhat poetic way: Anyone who tries to push off the moment will be pushed off by the moment. Anyone who is pushed off because of the moment, the moment will be pushed off for him. (Brochos 64a) On an everyday level, this means don’t try to bring about desired results prematurely. As the mishnah says: Do not be contemptuous of any person, and don’t remove yourself from anything, for every person has his moment and every thing has its place. (Pirkei Avos 4:2) which of course is rarely known to us in advance. Hence, it also says: Many are the plans in a man’s heart, but it is God’s plan that prevails. (Mishlei 19:21) For example, the Brisker Rav once officiated at a wedding during which the ring fell into the grass as it was about to be slipped onto the bride’s finger, completing the marriage ceremony. As a result, the long awaited marriage was delayed another 20 minutes, since it was not easy to find a tiny ring in tall grass at night using torches for light. Eventually, to everyone’s relief, the ring was found. However, the Brisker Rav had sensed the embarrassment of the wedding party, and knowing his crowd, that the interruption probably had many in attendance second-guessing the worthiness of the match of the chasan and kallah. For, we like to believe that such matches are made in Heaven and assume that if they are, Heaven will make sure that everything runs smoothly and on time—even though life often teaches just the opposite. “When deciding at which time to get married,” the Brisker Rav explained, “an hour is chosen for when the chuppah is to take place, and that is printed on the invitation for all the guests to know. The caterer is alerted, so that he can make sure that the food is ready on time. All the events of the evening revolve around that sacred time, and the plans proceed based upon it.” “However,” the Brisker continued, “in Heaven, the new couple is not destined to be married until precisely 12 minutes later. Whose schedule prevails? Heaven’s, of course, and all of a sudden, though everyone involved is doing their best to make the wedding run on schedule, Heaven does its part to delay the completion of the ceremony until just the right moment. We have found the ring signifying Heaven’s agreement that this couple can now be married.” Granted I embellished the Brisker Rav’s words somewhat, but that is the gist of what he said. And, they apply not only to delayed wedding ceremonies, but to all of life as well. We can try to bring about desired results by certain times, but the bottom-line is that all of history dances to God’s music, whether we like it or not, whether we believe it or not. Just like the art of a good joke is the timing, the same can be said of a good life as well. The number one trait that makes a person push the moment is panic. This doesn’t mean that the person necessarily becomes visibly hysterical, because there is such a thing as quiet panic as well, when a person panics on the inside while maintaining a semblance of calm on the outside. Like the Erev Rav in this week’s parshah, for example, when they came to Moshe Rabbeinu at the sea and calmly said, “Because there were no graves in Egypt you have taken us out to die in the wilderness?” This is also part of the problem with the attempts to make peace in the Middle-East. “It’s about time there was peace between Israel and her enemies,” people say, but they are only partially right. If the time was right, peace would be within reach, but it as far from being reality as it has ever been. What people really mean is that they have had enough of the problems in the Middle-East, and all the international troubles that they create, so ready or not, they want peace now. Indeed, one of the foremost Israeli peace activists groups uses this phrase as their name: Peace Now. And, though it sounds innocent enough, what it really means is: We want peace so badly we are prepared to make everything else secondary to it, including Israeli security. So, the Arabs say, “We have no problem with that,” while these activists protest against everything Israel does just to stay alive. “Let’s give the Arabs Gaza and make peace,” they say. “Wishful thinking,” reality answers. “Let’s freeze the settlements and make peace talks possible,” the peace activists cry. “Like that will result in anything more than more dumb concessions to the Arabs,” experience proves. Funny how when it came to the Red Sea, they wouldn’t take another step forward into the abyss, but now that we confront a diplomatic Red Sea, they are prepared to jump in head first. The reason is simple: drowning by water they fear; drowning diplomatically they are too naïve to recognize until after they are too submerged to survive: Rabbah bar Bar Chanah said: Once I was going on a boat and saw a fish upon whose back grass was growing. We thought it was an island. We alighted, baked, and cooked upon it. When the back of the fish became hot, it turned over, and had the ship not been so near (to enable us to jump into it), we would have drowned. (Bava Basra 73b) … Explains Rabbeinu Ya’akov: Rabbah bar Bar Channah saw with Ruach HaKodesh that in the End-of-Days the Jewish people would rule over a people. The Jewish people will assume that this people has no hope of ever overcoming Israel, and will therefore subjugate them. When the people have suffered much, they will “turn the plate over on its mouth” and resist Israel. If Moshiach is not close at hand, the Jewish people will drown from the many problems that will arise. (Tuvcha Yabiyu, Balak) Another example of pushing the moment happened recently when certain rabbis passed an edict that it is forbidden to rent to Arabs in Eretz Yisroel. The desire to make this the rule is obvious, and the need, even more obvious. But, the halachic basis to do so is apparently non-existent at this time, and hence, poskim around the Jewish world spoke out against the action. About a week later, a letter surfaced signed by certain prominent Jewish women advising against Jewish girls marrying Arab men (the opposite is far less problematic). Aside from the obvious halachic issues of intermarriage with gentiles, they were quoted as saying, “there are many hidden dangers that only appear after divorce is too late,” a proven fact. Astonishingly, an outspoken Reform rabbi came out against the letter and the advice, and many women from that community were heavily critical of the action of the rebbetzins for having written such a letter, seemingly condoning intermarriage with Arab men. Where are they coming from? Branches of Judaism that choose assimilation over separation do so because they want to be one with the rest of the world. Torah Judaism, for the most part, is not held in high regard by the gentile world, and therefore, it is not respected by those who hold the gentile world in high regard. After thousands of years of persecution for all kinds of reasons, they have had enough of living on the fringe, and have chosen integration instead. Wishful thinking, once again. Peace between Israel and her enemies will eventually result, God willing. The Jewish people will eventually be respected by the nations of the world, and not because we have abandoned Torah, but specifically because we adhere to it. Gentiles will want to join with the Jewish people, but we won’t have to intermarry to make it possible, but rather, they will seek to convert and become part of the Jewish nation (though, after Moshiach comes, that will no longer be possible). But, in the meantime, to act as if these realities are presently feasible is to push the moment, and will, in the end, cause us to be pushed off. Historically, activists groups like Peace Now have ended up being the victims of their own presumptuousness, as the Holocaust showed once again. Secularized Jews who sought to integrate with the gentile world, historically, have always been rejected by it in the end, sometimes in worse ways than those who remained true to Torah tradition. I once spoke to a multi-multi-millionaire who had made a lot of his money from the Stock Market. I too had been in the business world at the time (towards the end of the Dot-Com era), and asked him for his advice regarding making investments. His answer was not what I expected. The first thing he told me was not to expect to make a lot of money quickly. He said the best stocks remain to be the older ones that had been built up over the years, what they call the ‘Blue Chip’ companies. If you can afford to get into the market, stay with them, and over time they will make you money. You have to have patience, he told me. I could not afford to take his advice, but I certainly heeded his message. Not only is patience a virtue and can save your life sometimes, it can also save you money and make you money as well. To date, I have not heard a disparaging word about the trait of savlanut—patience. And, over here in Israel, it is one thing you have to learn to have quickly, or suffer the consequences of some Israeli raising his three fingers (the traditional two fingers and thumb brought together) to say, “Hey! Savlanut!” Perceptions, Copyright &copy 2011 by Rabbi Pinchas Winston and Torah.org. Questions or comments? Email feedback@torah.org. Join the Jewish Learning Revolution! Torah.org: The Judaism Site brings this and a host of other classes to you every week. Visit http://torah.org or email learn@torah.org to get your own free copy of this mailing. Permission is granted to redistribute, but please give proper attribution and copyright to the author and Torah.org. Both the author and Torah.org reserve certain rights. Email copyrights@torah.org for full information.

Torah.org: The Judaism Site Project Genesis, Inc. 122 Slade Avenue, Suite 250 Baltimore, MD 21208 http://www.torah.org/ learn@torah.org (410) 602-1350 FAX: (410) 510-1053

Weekly Torah Commentary BeShallach from Mordecai Silver

Can we do תפילות prayers for:

Tree of Life Messianic Ministries and Mordecai Silver?

That also through them The האור Light, רפואה The Healing and The ואהבה Love of ישועת יהוהYeshuath YHWH may come back to הארץ The Land of Israel?

Weekly Torah Commentary from Mordecai Silver Tree of Life Messianic Ministries PO Box 467 Organ, NM 88052 866-874-7250 (Toll free) Fax: 866-800-2390 (Toll free) tolmm@etz-chayim.org Bringing the truth of Yeshua and Torah to all! Message 1-15-11 BeShalach-When He Let Go Exodus 13:17-17:16 Judges 4:4-5:31 Introduction The center of this week’s Parashah is Shirat Ha’ Yam. The Lord has parted the Reed Sea and allowed the Hebrews to cross “as on dry ground,” then closed the sea on the crack cavalry troops of the Egyptian army, the elite of their officer corps and their ruler, the would-be god, Pharaoh. If you think back to the story of Joseph, you may recall that Pharaoh’s predecessor by some four hundred years dreamed that he walked upon the Nile. Now his successor is at the bottom of the Yam Suf. So Moses and B’nei Yisrael sing a song in praise of the Lord, “who has overthrown horse and rider” and utterly destroyed the Egyptians. Then Miriam, whose name we learn for the first time and who is called a prophetess, leads the Israelite women in a spirited song and dance. And they all lived happily after - for about a day. The Haftarah for this week is an obvious parallel to Parashah BeShalach. It tells the story of the defeat by the Israelites of Sisera and his army and of Deborah’s song of triumph at their defeat. Shalom Chaverim! You will find the weekly Torah, Haftarah, and Apostolic Scripture portions attached as a pdf file. This will be our normal means for sending out the weekly studies. For audio teachings on the weekly portions go to: www.etz-chayim.org/audio/audio.htm. These are free. We now have our weekly TV show Our Jewish Heritage: Exploring our Hebrew Roots on the Internet at www.lascruceschannel.com. Click on the Video on Demand link and then the Etz Chayim link. We have over 40 shows archived there for free. While there check out our on-line store at www.etz-chayim.org/store/store.htm. Purchases from our store help to support the on-going ministry of Sharan and Mordecai Silver - Tree of Life Messianic Ministries. You can also donate to our ministry by mail or through our website. All donations are tax deductable. May the Lord bless you and yours… Mordecai Silver ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you have been blessed by what you have read in these daily e-mails or by what you have read or listened to on our website at www.etz-chayim.org please make a donation to Tree of Life Messianic Ministries on our website by clicking on the donation button in increments of $25.00 and you can increase your donation by changing the quantity… ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you would like to have your group listed on our website at www.etz-chayim.org/directory.htm drop us an e-mail with your information… ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Tree of Life Messianic Ministries is a legally incorporated non-profit ministry with 501 (c) (3) status…

BeShallach 1-15-11.pdf 390K

If I am Legalistic So Was Yeshua (Weekly Torah Parashah)

Can we do תפילות prayers for:

http://www.Torahlife.tv and Thehealthwatchman?

That also through them The האור Light, רפואה The Healing and The ואהבה Love of ישועת יהוהYeshuath YHWH may come back to הארץ The Land of Israel?

http://www.Torahlife.tv This weeks Torah Parashah is (Exodus 13.17-17:16) This week we see the children of Israel leaving Egypt but did Egypt's ways leave there heart? Doesn't appear that way. We will talk about this and also getting out of the Church Mindset. (B'shallach)

Study Guide to this Week's Torah Portion: B'Shelach

Can we do תפילות prayers for:

Emet Ministries?

That also through them The האור Light, רפואה The Healing and The ואהבה Love of ישועת יהוהYeshuath YHWH may come back to הארץ The Land of Israel?

	Emet Ministries
	The Open Bible is a collection of thoughts about the weekly Torah portion. The Torah has been divided into 54 readings that correspond to the calendar year. Find out more at www.emetministries.com Study Guide to Parasha B'Shelach · Exodus 13:17-17:16 · Judges 4:4-5:31 · Revelation 19:1-20:6 The Torah Portion at a Glance Soon after allowing the Children of Israel to depart from Egypt, Pharaoh chases after them to force their return, and the Israelites find themselves trapped between Pharaoh's armies and the sea. YHWH tells Moses to raise his staff over the water; the red sea splits to allow the Israelites to pass through, and then closes over the pursuing Egyptians. Moses and the Children of Israel sing a song of praise and gratitude to YHWH. In the desert, the people suffer thirst and hunger and repeatedly complain to Moses and Aaron. YHWH miraculously sweetens the bitter waters of Marah, and later has Moses bring forth water from a rock by striking it with his staff; He causes manna to rain down from the heavens before dawn each morning, and quails to appear in the Israelite camp each evening. The Children of Israel are instructed to gather a double portion of manna on Friday, as none will descend on Shabbat, the divinely decreed day of rest. Some disobey and go to gather manna on the seventh day, but find nothing. Aaron preserves a small quantity of manna in a jar, as a testimony for future generations. In Sephardim, the people are attacked by the Amalekites, who are defeated by Moses' prayers and an army raised by Joshua. (adapted from www.chabad.org) The Messiah in the Torah Portion Our current Torah portion is full of direct and indirect references to Messiah Y'shua. The Moshiach is referenced so many times this week that it's hard to believe that anyone could read this portion and not believe in Him. Re-read the weekly portion and consider Him in the words of the Torah: Y'shua is the breath of YHWH that held back the waters of the Red Sea. Y'shua is the dance of Miriam as they crossed the Red Sea. Y'shua is the manna from heaven that fed the Israelites. Y'shua is the Shabbat day of rest that gives man joy from labor. Y'shua is the stone that Moses and the elders struck once for water. Y'shua is like Joshua who defeated the Amalekites through the steady hands of the Lawgiver. Y'shua is the cloud by day and fire by night presence of YHWH that never leaves us. Y'shua is the tree that turned the bitter waters sweet. Y'shua is the double portion of manna that came as a suffering servant and will return as a conquering king. Y'shua is the manna preserved in a jar as a future testimony as His divinity was placed in a jar of clay. Y'shua is the word made flesh. Applying the Portion to Life Today "I urge you, brothers, in view of Elohim's mercy, to offer your lives as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to YHWH-this is your spiritual act of worship. Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to know and approve what Elohim's will is-his good, pleasing and perfect will," Romans 12:1-2. Be prepared to let go of some false teachings and accept the truth found in this week's Torah Parasha. Let your mind be renewed with this portion that recounts the newly-freed Hebrew people's journey towards the Promised Land. Be transformed by the emet, the truth, about the encounter between the army of an angry Pharaoh and his former slaves. What does transpire between the Egyptian army and the Israelites is no secret. By YHWH's power Moshe leads his group to safety across the dry ground of the Red Sea. When Pharaoh follows his army and their chariots are swept away. "Then Moshe and the Israelites sang this song to YHWH," Shemot/Exodus 15:1. The song of Moshe is the first mention of singing in the scriptures. All Yisrael sung this as they realized their freedom. The Israelites were rejoicing because they were finally totally liberated. They had watched with their own eyes the destruction of Egypt by the ten plagues and now they had witnessed the death of the evil army through the waters of the sea. Their response to YHWH is jubilant worship with singing and dancing. The song at the sea is a beautiful poem describing YHWH and His works. Hidden in the text of this serenade is the first mention by the Israelites of a very important Hebrew concept. Found in this song is the notion of grace. Grace? Grace is in the Old Testament? Yes, contrary to popular belief the idea of grace was not invented by New Testament writers. Grace is found throughout the Bible, starting with creation and finding no end. Lay aside the false teachings of an "age" or "dispensation" of grace and accept the truth about "chesed." "Chesed" is the Hebrew term often translated as "grace" or "mercy" in English Bibles. Chesed or grace is usually understood to mean unmerited favor, yet it's real definition is much greater. This is because chesed is one of the sefirot (attributes) of YHWH. YHWH is gracious and imparts grace because chesed is part of who YHWH Is. To receive chesed is to receive YHWH. To better understand chesed is to better know YHWH. But, how can you comprehend the incomprehensible? How can you understand the unfathomable? How can the "amazing grace" of YHWH be realized? This is done through YHWH's word, His Torah. You may be confused because you will not find the word "grace" in this week's reading. That's because chesed is found in this week's portion in the Hebrew but not in the English. YHWH's chesed is so great that translators have to use various words to describe it. It is hidden in this verse..."In your unfailing love (chesed) you lead the people you have redeemed," Shemot/Exodus 15:13. According to this verse through chesed, redemption or salvation comes. Sound familiar? "You are redeemed/saved by chesed through trusting belief-and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of YHWH," Ephesians 2:18. Chesed is sometimes translated as grace and at other places mercy. Though the words may change the definition remains the same. Chesed is YHWH doing for man what man can not do for himself. To help you better understand the vast scope of chesed here are a few other potentials: Loving-kindness, favor, faithfulness, unconditional giving, deep love, bliss, tenderness, abundance, achievement, preservation, respect, enthusiasm, leadership, optimism, caring, safety, protection, trust, success, rewards, generosity, gratitude, love, union, insight, knowledge, understanding, and learning, loyalty, kindness, benevolence, and commitment. Chesed is all of the above and more. Friend, much can be learned about chesed from numerous verses in the Tanakh. For example Psalms 89:3 teaches that, "the world is built through chesed." The act of creation and every act of the Almighty that has followed has happened through grace/chesed. YHWH created because of and through His chesed. He did not have to create, yet through His love he chose to. Through His own sefirot or attributes YHWH brought forth creation, redemption, and restoration. This is because through grace flows the merciful qualities of the Divine. Man deserves absolutely nothing yet because of chesed man receives everything. Chesed is not only given from YHWH to humankind, but also from man to fellow man as this Parasha reading shows. We receive chesed from El Shaddai and we should reflect that chesed to those around us. "Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others, faithfully administering YHWH's chesed in its various forms," 1 Peter 4:10. Even today, in Judaism, chesed is any act of mercy or kindness that is given towards those less fortunate or those who cannot reciprocate it. For example the Rabbis consider this a great mitzvah, indeed the greatest act of chesed to be the "chesed shel emet." This Hebrew term of "chesed shel emet" literally means "true chesed." According to the Sages, true chesed is only performed to those who can not pay it back. "Chesed shel emet" is in direct reference to acts of kindness towards the dead. Because they have passed away, the dead can never repay the act of chesed. This is true chesed. Even this week's Torah Parasha shows the power of "chesed shel emet" with the action of Moshe taking the bones of Yoseph out of Mitzrayim and to the Promised Land. Moshe shows "chesed shel emet" as an example for us today. "Moshe took the bones of Yoseph with him because Yoseph had made the sons of Yisrael swear an oath. He had said, "Elohim will surely come to your aid, and then you must carry my bones up with you from this place," Shemot/Exodus 13:19. Grace did NOT start with the death of the Savior. Chesed has always been. "Give thanks to YHWH for He is tov, His chesed endures forever," Tehillim/Psalms 136. YHWH's chesed is FOREVER! Sorry folks, but the preacher is wrong. The "age of grace" did not begin with the crucifixion of the Savior. Nor is the seminary teaching of a "dispensation of grace" correct either. The gracious and forgiving Son of the New Testament has not - REPEAT - has not, pitted Himself against the vicious picky Father of the Old Testament. Such teachings are like dense fog that blinds people to the truth that is clearly before them. If you've ever driven in heavy fog, then you understand how dangerous misunderstanding grace can be. You've got your low beam lights on and you are creeping along the road with caution, but you can't see ten feet in front of you. You think the road is clear so you speed up. Suddenly your car impacts another! You crash because the fog hinders your judgment, actions, and future. A false understanding of grace can do the same. To better grasp the Hebraic concept of chesed you should meet chesed's twin concept named gevurah. "Gevurah" is the Hebrew term for "might" or "judgment." To have chesed without gevurah would be like having a car without tires. To really get somewhere you need both. The two simply must go together. Gevurah brings about the fear of Elohim in man. Yet gevurah is balanced by chesed. For simplicities sake just consider chesed to be the "motherly" side of YHWH - merciful, forgiving, and bliss. Also, consider gevurah to be the "fatherly" side of YHWH - stern, strong, and disciplinary. If you have one without the other you only have part of the family; and everyone knows that children need a mother and a father. In the same sense, man needs chesed and gevurah. Just consider only showing your children chesed - imagine that you never discipline them or stop them from doing what they want. Now imagine that all you do is discipline your children - imagine that they are restrained by your might from disobeying. Either way there will be problems. Chesed needs gevurah and gevurah needs chesed. These two attributes of YHWH are balanced through Messiah Y'shua. "For the Torah was given through Moshe; chesed and gevurah are realized through Y'shua HaMoshiach," John 1:17. YHWH desires observance to His Word from all mankind. He has not given grace as an excuse to disobey His commands, see Romans 7:7. YHWH Y'shua in His wisdom and power balances chesed and gevurah. To accept one side of YHWH without the other will lead to false teachings and false understanding about the Almighty and His word. It is easy to rejoice with Yisrael when the waters of the Red Sea kill the Egyptians, but should we? Should we celebrate when the wicked are punished? "Do not gloat when your enemy falls; when he stumbles, do not let your heart rejoice, or YHWH will see and disapprove and turn his wrath away from him," Proverbs 24:17. Maybe the Israelites were not singing because the evil Egyptians were dead. Maybe they were celebrating the greatness of YHWH! "At the overthrow of the Egyptians by the Red Sea, the ministering angels wished to offer a song of triumph to YHWH; but He stopped them, saying, "The work of my hands is drowned in the sea, and you would offer me a song," says the Talmud. YHWH does not want any to perish says 2 Peter 3:98. You must see what really happened at the moment in time that the waters overtook the Egyptian army. At that very moment, at that second in history's clock, one nation experienced the chesed of YHWH and one experienced the gevurah of YHWH. Grace and judgment were supremely balanced when the waters were released. Friend, it was the view of these opposing forces that led to the song of Moshe. Am Yisrael was astounded with YHWH's chesed and gevurah and offered to YHWH an amazing song found in Exodus 15. When mercy and grace are balanced how can we help but respond like the Israelites in Shemot/Exodus 15:11 and say, "who is like you YHWH among the elohim?" Selah. Portion Points to Ponder The Hebrew name for this portion is "B'shelach." What does this mean? Read Jeremiah Judges 4:4-5:31. How does this relate to the story of Exodus this week? Consider the words found in Revelation 19:1-20:6. What did you learn from studying this passage? How does this Torah portion speak of the Messiah Y'shua? Describe two ways that you can apply this week's Torah portion to your life. Why didn't YHWH lead the Israelites through the quickest path out of Egypt? Why did they take the bones of Yosef/Joseph with them? What visible signs did YHWH use to lead the nation of Israel? Why was a sign to the entire nation important? How did crossing over the red sea spread the knowledge and fear of YHWH through the entire world? Where in the New Testament is the Red Sea crossing spoken of? How many chariots did Pharaoh use to chase his ex-slaves? The children of Israel saw Pharaoh and then complained. How is grumbling and complaining often a sign of fear? What Hebrew word is used for "salvation" in Exodus 14:13? Why is this verse significant? What did YHWH mean when He said to Moshe, "why do you cry to Me?" Are there times that obedience and not simply prayer are needed? Have you ever prayed about something even though you knew it was something you were supposed to do? Describe how the pillar of fire moved to lead Israel through the Red Sea? What direction of wind made the waters move? The waters of the Red Sea were a type of salvation for Israel and judgment for Egypt. How is the red blood of Y'shua salvation for those who believe and at the same time judgment for those who do not believe? What happened to Pharaoh, his horses, and his riders? Chapter 15 begins with a song by Moses about the Exodus from Egypt. How is this song spoken of again the book of Revelation? Besides this week's Torah portion, where else in the Bible does the phrase "YHWH is a man of war" appear? Explain how this week's portion compares YHWH to a man. What and where is the mountain of YHWH's inheritance as spoken of in Exodus 15:17? How did Miriam, the sister of Moses, and the women of Israel respond to YHWH's miraculous deliverance? Is it acceptable to dance during worship today? How many days did Israel journey without water? Why is this number important? What is the Hebrew word for bitterness? Where is bitterness described in this Torah portion? How does this compare to Ruth 1:20? The bitter waters were made sweet by a tree. What is the prophetic meaning of such a miracle? According to Exodus 15:26, how could Israel avoid the plagues, disease, and judgments that Egypt faced? The Torah states that Elim there were twelve wells of water and seventy palm trees. Research the significance of the numbers 12 and 70. What do they mean? Why does the Torah make the distinction that these were "palm" trees? Where did Israel go after Elim? On what day to they reach their destination? Who murmured against Moses and Aharon? Where is the Wilderness of Sin in the Middle East? Were the Israelites justified to expect their journey to free to be easy? Exodus 16:4 states that one purpose of the manna from heaven was to test the Hebrew people to see if they would obey the voice of YHWH. Does YHWH test people today? Describe a spiritual test you have recently faced. On what day of the week should the Israelites gather twice the manna? Are we to worry about cooking and preparing food on the Sabbath? Why did YHWH bring quail into the Israelite camp and not chicken or turkey? Explain the miracle food "manna." What do you think it tasted like? Was it leavened with yeast or was it flat? How des bread play a central role in the Exodus? What type of measurement was used for counting the amount of manna each day? When is the "omer" again used as a measurement in relation to the festivals of YHWH? "Bake what you will bake and boil what you will boil for tomorrow is the Sabbath of YHWH," is a quote from Exodus 16:23. Does this mean that we should not cook or bake food on the Sabbath? Why or why not? Did some people disobey the words of Moses by going to gather food/manna on Shabbat? What did they find? Exodus 16:29 says, "Bear in mind that the LORD has given you the Sabbath; that is why on the sixth day he gives you bread for two days. Everyone is to stay where he is on the seventh day; no one is to go out." Does this mean that we should not leave our homes on the Sabbath or does this mean that you shouldn't leave your home on Shabbat to specifically gather food? Why would manna be kept in a jar for future generations? Would it rot or would it last for generations? What happened at the camp at Rephidim? In your opinion, does the striking of the Rock for water by Moses and the elders symbolize Y'shua? How? Why was Joshua chosen by Moshe to enlist people to fight against Amelek? Moses used the rod of YHWH to help the nation of Israel defeat the Amalekites. Who helped Moses hold up his hands? From what tribes were these two men descendant from? Who did Israel win the war against Amelek? Why does Moses sit on a stone or a chair? Where are the descendants of the Amalekites today? What did Moses call the place where YHWH gave Israel victory over the Amalekites? Why would Israel always be at war with Amelek? What did you learn from this Open Bible study? The Open Bible is a teaching series written by Daniel Rendelman of Emet Ministries. Find more teachings, audio messages, videos, and music at www.emetministries.com. Daniel Rendelman is the found and leader of Emet Ministries and the author of the book "Finding the Truth." He, his wife, and five children live in Newberry, South Carolina. He can be reached at emetministries@gmail.com. Emet Ministries Vision is to... Strengthen families worldwide Teach the Hebrew roots of the faith Expose pagan practices of religion Experience true worship

[RTM Torah Portions] - Restoration of Torah Ministries' Messianic Think Tank - New Audio Visual Content Uploaded!

Can we do תפילות prayers for:

Tony Robinson and his ministery?

That also through them The האור Light, רפואה The Healing and The ואהבה Love of ישועת יהוהYeshuath YHWH may come back to הארץ The Land of Israel?

Shalom,

Just want to inform you of more Messianic Think Tank audio/visual content that was uploaded recently . . .

The Beauty of Parashat Shemot Part II - This is Part II of a three part teaching I'll be doing on Parashat Shemot. My goal is to investigate the literary structure of this Torah portion, suggest a reason for it's start and end at Exodus 1:1 - 6:1, investigate a subtle clue found in the story of the enslavement of Am Yisrael (the people of Israel), explore a Jewish midrashim pertaining to the passage, suggest a basis for the midrashim and then demonstrate why, in some instances, Jewish midrashim are so close to the reality of Messianic truth! Whew! That was a mouth-full.

http://restorationoftorah.org/AudioVisual/BeautifulParashatShemot2/index.html

This teaching will be permanently located on the Think Tank web page under the Torah Portion entitled Shemot, under the drop down menu for the book of Exodus.

Remember that RTM has audio/visual presentations available on our Messianic Think Tank web page. I will be uploading material regularly. The RTM Messianic Think Tank web page can be found at . . .
http://restorationoftorah.org/ThinkingThematically/ThinkTank.htm

You will find the following categories:

• Teachings on the Weekly Torah Portions
• Teachings on the Festivals
• Teachings on Miscellaneous Topics
• Teachings Loaded Onto YouTube
  

Shalom, Shalom,

Tony Robinson

______________________________

_________________
The Parashat HaShavuah (Weekly Torah Portion) E-Mail List From Restoration of Torah Ministries