Friday, July 20, 2018

CHUCK KOLB 07/20/2018

Shabbat Shalom - Parasha Devarim - Being Prepared for Change !!!

Previously posted ... 
INTEL - The Quest of Two Christian Nations !!!
http://conpats.blogspot.com/2018/07/chuck-kolb-07192018.html 

Welcome to this week's Parasha (Torah Study), which is called Devarim (Words).  This portion of Scripture will be read during the morning services this Shabbat (Saturday) in synagogues all around the world. 
We know you will be blessed! 

 
This Shabbat precedes Tisha B'Av, which begins Saturday night.  It is called Black Sabbath because it is considered the saddest Shabbat of the year. It is also called Shabbat Chazon (שבת חזון—Sabbath of Vision), which is taken from the special Haftarah (prophetic portion) that is read prior to Tisha B'Av, in which Isaiah laments the sin that will cause the destruction of Jerusalem and the Temple.

Last week, the readings in the Book of Bamidbar (Numbers) concluded with the double Torah portion of Matot–Masei. This week, we begin the Book of Devarim (Deuteronomy), with the Torah portion that is also called Devarim.  In this portion, Moses retells the wilderness saga and reviews with all the people everything that Adonai had ordered them. 

You can view this Parasha on our website complete with embedded links ... 
Parasha Devarim: The Lord Calls for Change

https://free.messianicbible.com/parasha/parasha-devarim-the-lord-calls-for-change/ 
http://free.messianicbible.com/category/torah 

Tisha B’Av, the 9th day of the month of Av (Jul. 21-22, 2018), is the saddest day on the Jewish calendar. 
During the 9 days before Tisha B'av it is a very strong custom to refrain from meat. 
https://www.chabad.org/library/article_cdo/aid/144575/jewish/What-Is-Tisha-BAv.htm 

Jewish holiday calendars & Hebrew date converter 
http://www.chabad.org/calendar/view/month_cdo/jewish/Jewish-Calendar.htm - https://www.hebcal.com 
https://yiddishkeit101.wordpress.com/category/hebrew-word-of-the-day 

Parasha Reading Schedule 5778 
http://free.messianicbible.com/torah-reading-schedule 

Why Are Christians Adopting Jewish Practice of Studying the Weekly Torah Portion?
https://theisraelbible.com/christians-adopting-jewish-practice-studying-weekly-torah-portion/

Holy, Holy, Holy Is the Lord of Hosts – YHVH Sabaoth 
The name YHVH Sabaoth is used 235 times in the Bible. 
http://free.messianicbible.com/feature/holy-holy-holy-lord-hosts-yhvh-sabaoth/ 

The Prophetic Significance of the Passover Lamb 
http://free.messianicbible.com/holiday/the-prophetic-significance-of-the-passover-lamb/ 

Simchat Torah: Celebrating Yeshua – the Word That Dwells Among Us
http://free.messianicbible.com/holiday/dancing-joy-simchat-torah/ 

Celebrate Yeshua HaMashiach's birthday - The Feast of Tabernacles !!! 
http://conpats.blogspot.com/2017/10/chuck-kolb-10082017.html 

The Daniel Timeline 
http://www.davidjayjordan.com/Danieltimeline.html 

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Parshat Devarim 

https://www.chabad.org/parshah/article_cdo/aid/2254/jewish/Devarim-in-a-Nutshell.htm 
http://www.chabad.org/parshah/default.asp?tDate=7/21/2018 

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Todah Rabah - beloved Rabbi Chaim Richman ... 

Tisha B'Av: The People Are Ready 

In our generation, an entire nation is turning on to the Holy Temple in Jerusalem! It is time to transform the mourning of the tragedy of the past into preparation and anticipation of the glory of the future: The Rebuilding of the Holy Temple, In Our Days! The Writing is On the Wall: "For My House shall be called a House of Prayer for all nations!" (Isaiah 56:7) WATCH THIS VIDEO!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0vRkEyF-DBY (1:14) The Temple Institute 7/15/18 

Weekly Torah Portion: Devarim 
The Book of Deuteronomy is made up entirely of Moshe's own words, spoke directly from his heart, which itself was filled with the voice of HaShem. Moshe's words of gentle rebuke and steadfast encouragement for his people still ring true and relevant today. It is our duty to open our hearts and our ears to the words of Moshe, our master. 

Devarim (Deuteronomy 1:1 - 3:22) Parashat Devarim is read on Shabbat: Av 9, 5778 / July 21, 2018

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HLoWCU-MWx4 (12:34
https://www.youtube.com/user/henryporter2/videos 
Published on July 18, 2018 - The Temple Institute  
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Weekly Newsletter - http://is.gd/4BUvi 

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Temple Talk Radio: Watch The Temple Institute’s New Video, ‘The People Are Ready’ 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WBjKtM99Hv8 (46:11)  
Published on July 17, 2018 - The Temple Institute 
How Will You Be Observing this Tisha B’Av? 
Sitting and Mourning vs. Rising Up to Rebuild: The Challenge of Our Generation 

As Tisha B'Av, the anniversary of the destruction of the Holy Temple approaches, this week's episode of Temple Talk focuses on the essence of the Tisha B'Av mourning customs. Our hosts share this personal feelings about getting the most out of the experience and reflect on the process of Jewish history leading us to the fulfillment of our national destiny, to rebuild the Holy Temple! 

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The Coming Temple - Full Documentary

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oKTO8YYs29c (48:17) NuBeat Music 12/21/16 
Filmed in the Old City of Jerusalem, this ground-breaking documentary investigates the research of renowned Biblical archaeologists, Bob Cornuke, David Sielaff and Earnest L. Martin who claim that Solomon and Herod's Temples never stood on the Haram al Sharif, also known as the Temple Mount. If they are right, then there is nothing to stop the Jewish people building their long awaited for Third Jewish Temple in the actual site where the Temples once stood. 

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Todah Rabah - beloved Rabbi Naphtali “Tuly” Weisz ...  

https://www.breakingisraelnews.com/  https://israel365.com/ 

The Portion of Devarim 
https://theisraelbible.com/reading-plan/book-deuteronomy/portion-devarim/ 
https://theisraelbible.com/weekly-torah-portion/  

The Israel Bible side-by-side English and Hebrew text along with audio being read in Hebrew.
https://theisraelbible.com/bible/genesis/chapter-1#verse-1 
https://theisraelbible.com/hebrew-alphabet-chart/ 
https://theisraelbible.com/proper-noun-directory/
https://theisraelbible.com/glossary/ 
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Leading Rabbi: This Generation’s Bible Hatred, Sign the Messiah is Here
by Adam Eliyahu Berkowitz 

“We are commanded to anticipate the Messiah at every moment but this is not a contradiction because it is this anticipation that creates the desired type of distraction, allowing him to suddenly appear in his Tabernacle and be revealed. Because even if we are waiting for him we don’t think that he will come at this particular moment.” The rabbi compared this to the sunrise. Even though light begins to brighten the sky, the sun itself is not seen until the very moment of sunrise. “We are currently in the period just before the sunrise,” Rabbi Kanievsky wrote. “The signs of redemption are slowly appearing. But the Messiah himself has yet to show himself to the world.” 
https://www.breakingisraelnews.com/111168/messiah-born-saturday/ 

Despite Continued Rocket Bombardment in Southern Israel, Local Youth Emerge as Leaders
by Tsivya Fox 

Terrifying red alert sirens are again sounding in Israel’s southern region as Hamas terrorists launch hundreds of rockets at civilians. The city of Sderot, next to the Gaza border, is being hit particularly hard causing fear and trauma to those who live there. 
https://www.breakingisraelnews.com/111118/despite-continued-rocket-bombardment-in-southern-israel-local-youth-emerge-as-leaders/

2 FREE bumper stickers - I Stand with Israel 
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Hebrew “Trump 2016” Bumper Sticker 
https://israel365.com/store/i-love-israel/hebrew-trump-2016-bumper-sticker 

Jared and Ivanka Special w Joseph, Arabella and Theodore ... 
Shana Tova u'Metuka! - 5778 
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Joseph and the Sycamore tree - 5778 
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Mazel Tov - Jared and Ivanka 8th Anniversary - 5778 
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Family Trip - 5778 
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Theodore Peek-a-boo - 5778
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Happy Chanukah! - 5778
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Joseph's Fish at Mar-a-Lago - 5778 
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Jared's 37th Birthday - 5778 w <3 Ivanka 
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Ivanka in Pittsburgh - 5778 
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Joseph Flies Air Force One - 5778 
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Black n White and Arabella - 5778
https://www.instagram.com/p/Bf45VDGlBfT/ 
Scientist Ivanka at Waukee APEX, IA - 5778 
https://www.instagram.com/p/BghW-Y8Fgdx/ 
Theodore Turns Two - 5778 
https://www.instagram.com/p/BgwikqalE0L/ 
Airport Diner Fun in Manchester - 5776,78
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Theodore Spring Planting - 5778 
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Instavid French Cuisine - 5778 
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Arabella #JCC Activities - 5778
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Welcome Home Instavid - 5778 
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Embassy Dedication - Lyar 29, 5778
https://www.instagram.com/p/Biw8rt7Fv79/
Theodore at WH Lunchtime - 5778
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Ivanka w Herschel Walker - WH Sports and Fitness Day - 5778 
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Theodore My <3 - 5778 
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Little Ivanka Happy Birthday Dad - 5778 
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Fam Photos #FathersDay - We <3 U - 5778 
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Instavid Summit of the Americas in Peru - 5778 
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#WorkforceDevelopment Address - 5778 
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Todah Rabah - beloved Ted Belman writing from Jerusalem, Israel for 16+ years ...  
THERE IS NO DIPLOMATIC SOLUTION 

Secret Helsinki deal: US & Israel hand Russia controlling role along Syria’s Israeli, Jordanian borders
by DEBKAfile 

The scandal over President Donald Trump’s defense of President Vladimir Putin against US intelligence at the Helsinki press conference – for which he, sort of, apologized – served him too as a distraction from a momentous military-intelligence deal the two presidents secretly contracted at their summit, with Israel’s approval. This complicated, wide-ranging Trump-Putin-Netanyahu deal is revealed in detail in the coming issue of DEBKA Weekly out this Friday, July 20. Don’t miss this epic story. 
https://www.israpundit.org/63636184-2/ 
https://www.debka.com/secret-helsinki-deal-us-israel-hand-russia-controlling-role-along-syrias-israeli-jordanian-borders/

Everyone Is Smart Except Trump
by Dov Fischer - AMERICAN SPECTATOR 

It really is quite simple. Everyone is smart except Donald J. Trump. That’s why they all are billionaires and all got elected President. Only Trump does not know what he is doing. Only Trump does not know how to negotiate with Vladimir Putin. Anderson Cooper knows how to stand up to Putin. The whole crowd at MSNBC does. All the journalists do. 
https://www.israpundit.org/everyone-is-smart-except-trump/ 
https://spectator.org/everyone-is-smart-except-trump/ 

Ted Belman, editor and publisher of Israpundit 
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Free Map! Where are the Lost Tribes of Israel today?

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And looking ahead to Tisha B'Av, here are Tamar's 5 Rules for an Easier Fast.

https://www.joyofkosher.com/holidays/5-rules-to-having-an-easier-fast/ 

This is one of my fave break the fast salads.
https://www.joyofkosher.com/recipes/grape-tomatoes-and-fresh-basil-salad/
https://www.joyofkosher.com/recipes/italian-zucchini/

I eat these instead of potato chips.
https://www.joyofkosher.com/recipes/zaatar-spiced-crispy-chickpeas/
https://www.joyofkosher.com/recipes/flourless-chickpea-blondies/

These two veggies are summertime BFFs.
https://www.joyofkosher.com/recipes/eggplant-roll-ups-with-cream-cheese-and-spinach/
https://youtu.be/knZKKHDBgXI (1:22
https://www.joyofkosher.com/recipes/sheet-pan-roasted-eggplant-fattoush/ 

The crazy easy 3-ingredient dinner you gotta make tonight!
https://www.joyofkosher.com/recipes/breakfast-portobello-egg/
https://www.joyofkosher.com/recipes/salad-stuffed-grilled-portobellos/ 

I've turned this fried Israeli classic into a healthier baked version.
https://www.joyofkosher.com/recipes/spinach-and-cheddar-calzone/ 
https://freshfamilies.us/homemade-baked-falafel/ 

After 15 years of marriage, I just learned this about Hubby.
The almost foolproof way to cook fish.
https://www.joyofkosher.com/recipes/miso-and-lime-halibut-en-papillote/ 
https://www.joyofkosher.com/recipes/oven-fried-fish-3-ways/ 

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enter to win below and come back every day for more chances. 
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Download my FREE Modern Israeli Summer ebook with over 20 fresh & easy recipes. 
https://www.joyofkosher.com/2018/05/modern-israeli-summer-free-recipe-ebook/ 

Finally! A Healthy Meal Plan for the Whole Family: Fresh Families by Jamie 
https://freshfamilies.us/ 
https://freshfamilies.us/register/ 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6lQsuWGrrA (1:01

The Perfect Week for Matzo... As Seen on The Today Show
https://www.joyofkosher.com/2018/03/the-perfect-week-for-matzo-as-seen-on-the-today-show/
w vid Use matzo in 4 different ways for Passover!
https://www.today.com/video/use-matzo-in-4-different-ways-for-passover-1198725699778
https://www.today.com/food/easiest-most-delicious-matzo-ball-recipe-passover-t125845
Matzo Balls by Jamie Geller 
https://www.today.com/recipes/matzo-balls-recipe-t125837 
https://www.joyofkosher.com/recipes/best-ever-matzo-ball-soup/ 

Watch Jamie cooking Brisket with Megyn Kelly on The Today Show
by Shifra Klein 
https://www.joyofkosher.com/2018/01/jamie-gellers-brisket-101-as-seen-on-the-today-show/
https://www.today.com/video/make-3-hearty-winter-meals-with-this-delicious-classic-beef-brisket-recipe-1164913219668 
https://www.amazon.com/Jamie-Gellers-Brisket-101-LEFTOVER/dp/1976983851/ 

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The Most Popular Recipe - Year 2017
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These are the words [devarim] which Moses spoke to all Israel on this side of the Jordan in the wilderness. 
Deuteronomy 1:1



Shabbat Shalom - Parasha Devarim - Being Prepared for Change !!!


 
Shabbat Shalom 
 
Welcome to this week's Parasha (Torah Study), which is called Devarim (Words).  This portion of Scripture will be read during the morning services this Shabbat (Saturday) in synagogues all around the world.
 
This Shabbat precedes Tisha B'Av, which begins Saturday night.  It is called Black Sabbath because it is considered the saddest Shabbat of the year.
 
It is also called Shabbat Chazon (שבת חזוןSabbath of Vision), which is taken from the special Haftarah (prophetic portion) that is read prior to Tisha B'Av, in which Isaiah laments the sin that will cause the destruction of Jerusalem and the Temple.
 

Destruction of Jerusalem, by Johann Georg Trautmann
 
Devarim (Words)
Deuteronomy 1:1–3:22; Isaiah 1:1–27; Mark 14:12–26
 
“These are the words [devarim] which Moses spoke to all Israel on this side of the Jordan in the wilderness.”  (Deuteronomy 1:1)
 
Last week, the readings in the Book of Bamidbar (Numbers) concluded with the double Torah portion of Matot–Masei.
 
This week, we begin the Book of Devarim (Deuteronomy), with the Torah portion that is also called Devarim.  In this portion, Moses retells the wilderness saga and reviews with all the people everything that Adonai had ordered them.
 
He begins with God’s directive at Horeb to get moving and take the Promised Land, which extends from the Mediterranean Sea to the Euphrates River, including the lands of Ammon, Moab, and Edom.
 
It is possible that the people were quite content not to move forward once they had received the Ten Commandments at Horeb (another name for Mount Sinai).  They were no longer under bondage, and the easiest thing to do would be to stay there.
 
Change can be difficult.  It takes effort to cope with a new situation.  But life is a journey.  We are not meant to stand still and stagnate.  We are meant to move forward.
 

He Led Them by a Pillar of Cloud
(Providence Lithograph Company Bible card published
between1896 and 1913)
 
Facing the Consequences of Sin
"Have confidence in your leaders and submit to their authority, because they keep watch over you as those who must give an account.  Do this so that their work will be a joy, not a burden, for that would be of no benefit to you."  (Hebrews 13:17)
 
In this Parasha, Moses reminds the new generation that before the Israelites left Horeb, he had to create a system of leaders in charge of thousands, hundreds, fifties, and tens because their quarrelsome nature has been such a heavy burden.
 
These leaders were commissioned to judge cases and disputes fairly, showing no favoritism.
 
After this, they moved on.  When they reached Kadesh-Barnea, Moses told them: “Look, Adonai your God has placed the land before you.  Go up, take possession, as Adonai, the God of your ancestors, has told you.  Don’t be afraid, don’t be dismayed.”  (Deuteronomy 1:21)
 
But the idea of representative leadership seems to have taken hold, and the people approached Moses asking that scouts go ahead of them to find the best way into the Land.  Moses appointed one man from every tribe.
 
Each representative came back saying that the Land was bountiful; however, 10 scouts said the inhabitants were bigger and stronger than the Israelites.  The implication was that God was not big or strong or faithful or real enough to defeat them.  The Israelites chose to believe the faithless majority, instead of the two faith-filled spies.
 
Believing the majority report was contrary to everything that they had witnessed and experienced.  God had moved powerfully and miraculously on their behalf both in Egypt and in the desert.
 
Not only that, He had proven Himself by going ahead of them and charting the way they should go.  They only had to follow.  There was no reason to think that God would bring them to the edge of the Promised Land only to desert them and leave them to their own devices.
 

Open Torah scroll
 
In this Parasha, Moses reminds the new generation of the devastating consequences for their parent's lack of faith: the entire generation died in the desert, as would he.
 
Moses also reminds them that when their parents knew they had sinned by listening to the 10 spies, and understood the consequences of their sin, they tried to "make it right" by fighting the enemy in their own strength.
 
Subsequently, they suffered a terrible defeat.
 
Moses seems to be teaching that the majority doesn’t always know what is best, and sometimes following the majority can have unforeseen, tragic consequences.  It is far too easy to get pulled along by the crowd.
 
We also understand that although God forgives us when we repent for not following Him, we cannot escape the consequences of our actions.
 
God will not desert us, but there will be changes that we have to live with and accept.
 

A Jewish woman sways back and forth as she prays at the Western
(Wailing) Wall in Jerusalem.
  
Moses Prepares the Nation for Change
In Parasha Devarim, we see that Moses is giving his parting words.  In less than 40 days, he will die.
 
Moses will not be crossing the Jordan with the Israelites.  So, he takes this opportunity to point the people toward the Lord and impress on this new generation the importance of heeding His instructions.
 
As they move forward, he wants them to be aware of their tendency to get into trouble, but self-examination will help them bear fruit.
 
He also wants them to remember that their strength is in the Lord Himself.  It is YHVH whom they will follow as they cross the Jordan to take the Land.
 
In that Land, they will experience a drastic lifestyle change.  They will no longer journey through the wilderness under His leadership, but will live in an abundant land under Joshua’s leadership.
 
He wants the people to internalize the message that despite their disobedience and grumblings, God had carried them throughout their 40-year journey through the wilderness the way a father carries his children.
 
“The LORD your God, who is going before you, will fight for you, as He did for you in Egypt, before your very eyes, and in the wilderness.  There you saw how the LORD your God carried you, as a father carries His son, all the way you went until you reached this place." 
(Deuteronomy 1:30–31) 
 
Although they will experience a change that will require great effort on their part, Adonai will be with them.
 
Likewise, when Adonai ordains a season of change for us, we can trust Him and confidently move forward.
 
 
Isaiah Chastises the People  
This week’s Haftarah (Prophetic) reading is the last in a series of three Haftarot of Affliction, which are read during the Three Weeks of mourning between 17 Tammuz and 9 Av.
 
In this Haftarah, Isaiah chastises the people for their rebellion against Adonai.  Despite having been repeatedly reprimanded and punished while in the Promised Land, they have continued on with their sinful ways.  Isaiah even calls their leaders “rulers of Sodom.”
 
In fact, the people have become so sinful that God no longer delights in their sacrifices and holy day observances.  There is no problem with the actual sacrifices or observances, however.  God ordained them.
 
The problem is a people whose hearts are far from Him and are just going through the motions as though that is what makes them holy.
 
God actually requires us to bring our sacrifices and offerings to Him in holiness, with a heart that seeks Him first, so He expresses His displeasure:
 
“Stop bringing meaningless offerings!  Your incense is detestable to Me.  New Moons, Sabbaths and convocations — I cannot bear your worthless assemblies." (Isaiah 1:13)
 
In this portion, we learn that while they are going through the motions of required observances, their hearts follow after pagan practices and idolatry.
 
Coupled with this hypocritical admixture of the law of Moses and the ways of the world are selfishness, cruelty, and the perversion of justice.  Isaiah calls them “partners with thieves; they all love bribes and chase after gifts.  They do not defend the cause of the fatherless; the widow’s case does not come before them.”  (Isaiah 1:23)
 
While these sins, if not repented for, will result in the destruction of the Temple, God does not leave Israel only with words of reprimand: He encourages the people to repent and turn to Him by performing just acts and showing kindness to the widows, orphans, and the needy.
 

A homeless man sleeps on a street corner in Tel Aviv.
 
The Lord Prepares the People for Redemption  
This Haftarah portion contains a very precious promise that points to our redemption in the Messiah:
 
“‘Come now, let us settle the matter,’ says the LORD.  ‘Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they are red as crimson, they shall be like wool.’”  (Isaiah 1:18)
 
This precious promise of renewed intimacy finds its ultimate fulfillment in Yeshua (Jesus) and the Brit Chadashah (New Covenant) that He ratified with His own blood.
 
“It was the LORD’s will to crush Him and cause Him to suffer, and though the LORD makes His life an offering for sin.”  (Isaiah 53:10)
 
At that time, a cleansed people would wholeheartedly follow the Lord, and their hearts and minds would be supernaturally filled with the knowledge of God.
 
“‘After that time,’ declares the LORD.  ‘I will put My law in their minds and write it on their hearts.  I will be their God, and they will be My people.  No longer will they teach their neighbor, or say to one another, ‘Know the LORD,’ because they will all know Me, from the least of them to the greatest,” declares the LORD.  ‘For I will forgive their wickedness and will remember their sins no more.’”  (Jeremiah 31:33–34)
 

A model of the Second Temple as Yeshua might have seen it.
 
On Shabbat Chazon, as we prepare for Tisha B'Av, we remember that the First Temple was destroyed on Tisha B'Av because of idolatry and wickedness, and the Second Temple was destroyed because of baseless hatred among Jews (and especially, perhaps, of Yeshua).
 
But that is not the end of the story.  Yeshua will return to Israel when another Temple is built and there is a national turning to Him, as the Prophet Zechariah foretells.
 
"And I will pour out on the house of David and the inhabitants of Jerusalem a spirit of grace and supplication.  They will look on Me, the one they have pierced, and they will mourn for Him as one mourns for an only child, and grieve bitterly for Him as one grieves for a firstborn son."  (Zechariah 12:10)
 
Oh how we look forward to this wonderful day of grace and changed hearts!
 
 
These Last Days are a season of change. 
 
God is moving among His people to physically and spiritually restore them.  You can be part of this end-time move of God by contributing to our work among the Jewish People.
 
"Hear the word of the LORD, you nations; proclaim it in distant coastlands:  'He who scattered Israel will gather them and will watch over His flock like a shepherd."  (Jeremiah 31:10)
 
"You will again have compassion on us; You will tread our sins underfoot and hurl all our iniquities into the depths of the sea."  (Micah 7:19)

Shabbat Shalom from the Entire Bibles For Israel Family !


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