Today's Reading
Numbers. As this book draws to a close, we are given a task list for the various festivals the Hebrews celebrate each year. While I'm sure that this list has been reformed over the years, Jewish people still celebrate each festival. The traditions give great meaning to our faith.
Luke's genealogy of Jesus Christ is a bit different than the one on Matthew. Matthew starts at the beginning; Luke starts at the end.
Psalms. Verses 11 and 12 have long ministered to me, especially in times of great stress. "11 God has spoken plainly,
and I have heard it many times:
Power, O God, belongs to you;
12 unfailing love, O Lord, is yours." Unequaled Might; Unbridled Mercy.
Proverbs. It's interesting that we pursue riches, thinking we will find a great life. Yet the source of a great life is godliness.
How are you doing? Questions or comments today?
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Not only do the Biblical festivals give great meaning to our faith, but they also provide a clear context for understanding, experiencing, and celebrating our faith.
ReplyDeleteLeviticus 23:1 ADONAI said to Moshe, 2 “Tell the people of Israel: ‘The designated times of ADONAI which you are to proclaim as holy convocations are my designated times.'
- Stern, D. H. (1998). Complete Jewish Bible
As a Jewish believer in Yeshua (Jesus' Hebrew name), I have experienced the beauty of God's presence whenever I have answered His invitation to meet with Him at His designated (appointed) times.
Indeed, all who are joined with the Messiah are invited to meet with Him. Isn't it amazing that our God loves us so much that He has scheduled a variety of yearly festivals just to spend time with us? Like a husband who schedules date nights with his wife, He loves us deeply and tenderly. Wow.
Exodus 15:11 Who is like you, ADONAI, among the mighty?
Who is like you, sublime in holiness,
awesome in praises, working wonders?
- Stern, D. H. (1998). Complete Jewish Bible
I had hoped you might comment today, C2tL. Thanks for adding the richness of your depth to this post!
ReplyDeleteYou're welcome, Sam! I love God's word SO much.
ReplyDeleteOpen my eyes, so that I will see wonders from your Torah.
-Psalm 119:18 (Complete Jewish Bible)
It helps to know that the Hebrew word "Torah" means "guidance" and "instruction". Contrast these meanings with the often-used rendering,"Law". The God of Israel is a God of justice, yet His grace and mercy have been there all along.
God is not a human who lies or a mortal who changes his mind. When he says something, he will do it; when he makes a promise, he will fulfill it.
-Numbers 23:19 (CJB)
Yeshua the Messiah is the same yesterday, today and forever.
-Hebrews 13:8 (CJB)
Hallelujah!
That explanation of Torah is the best I have heard. Thanks!
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