"Remember, Observe, Rejoice is a reference guide to the Jewish Feasts, Holidays, Memorial Days and Events.Simcha means "Joy" or "rejoicing". The commandment to rejoice, a basic element in Jewish religious life, can be found in many Bible verses. Deuteronomy 16:14-15 says, "You should rejoice in your festival... and be only joyful." Also, "My heart shall rejoice in thy salvation." Psalms 13:5. We are also to "Worship the Lord in gladness, come into His presence with shouts of joy." Psalm 100:2.The commandment to rejoice (Simcha shel mitzvah) accompanied Jews throughout their long history. Today, the people of Israel continue to enjoy each happy even in the Jewish life cycle - from circumcision to bar mitzvah to marriage. And you don't have to be a religious Jew to celebrate the pilgrim festivals and the Shabbat.This book gives background information on how the festivals and events were celebrated in Biblical times, and how it is done today, in the re-born State of Israel. The guide will help to gain more respect and appreciation for the Biblical Festivals, the Jewish Holidays, and the Word of God" -- back cover.
"In a gloomy, smoke-filled world where the sun has vanished, all light and warmth comes from the firestones mined underground by the Quelled – a people branded by the race known as Chosen.On her sixteenth birthday, the rebellious Quelled girl Elsha is selected as handmaid to the Firelord – the most powerful of the Chosen. Suddenly Elsha is swept into a world of privilege, but also of prejudice and hatred and inequality. And her pursuit of her vision of a world of warmth, as sung about in the ancient myths, leads her on a dangerous path…"
These are my simple and practical notes for all of the books of the Bible. I am currently in the process of still writing all of my notes out, so not all of the chapters are there yet, but I have quite a few books of the Bible done, and am about 25% of the way through the rest of the Bible. I will update this ever time a book is finished, so it updates to the purchaser, but if you'd like to pay ahead of time you can get the books quicker and cheaper now. The more books I add, the more expensive it will become. I've been working on this for about two years now, and will continue to work on it for another (likely another six more years to finish the entire Bible (hopefully sooner)). Thank you for supporting my work, and I hope it's a useful tool for you as you dig deeper into God's Word. It should also be understood, I am not a scholar by any means (I just like to dig around in scripture, and answer difficult questions, hence the title of the book). Some of my thoughts are taken from much smarter men than me, and if I know where the source comes from, I will do my best to make mention of it and give credit where credit is due. Otherwise, these are things I got from my own personal studies, and all the stories I give are from personal experience.
Are you are a busy Christian trying to navigate the demands and values of a culture moving at hyper speed? Then this book is for you. This is a book for those who long for something more . . . or something less. Sabbath spirituality attends to that longing. The ancient practice of Sabbath contains within it incredible riches waiting to be rediscovered. But is a spirituality rooted in Sabbath realistic in our fast-paced world? Why is the idea of Sabbath even worth considering today? By bringing together stories, Scripture, and theological reflection, we will wrestle with these and other questions related to living the Sabbath in our nonstop culture. Sabbath is about rest, celebration, and relationships, but it is also about so much more. We will see how Sabbath leads us to wrestle with the gods of Consumerism, cage the animal of Technology, and pursue God's justice on behalf of all people. Throughout this book you will be invited to ponder and embrace specific weekly choices in relation to a rich understanding of Sabbath. From these choices emerges a Sabbath spirituality that comes to wonderfully color the other six days of the week as well.
Introduction: This is described as the last book of the Pentateuch (or the first five Books of Moses). One put the structure of it as the last three sermons and two prophetic poems about Israel’s future. Moses reflects on the nation’s past mistakes, and urges the people not to repeat those errors when they enter into the Promised Land. Once the Israelites possess Canaan (which is the promise that God made through the Noahic Covenant) it will fulfill God’s promise made to the patriarchs. But if the people fail, and fall back into idolatry rejecting God’s law, they will be exiled. I know the book of Deuteronomy is a book of law. We could look at much of the Books of Moses (from Exodus to Deuteronomy) as the books of law. Deuteronomy (I feel) is different for a few reasons. Firstly, I think it’s a book extremely valuable to our Lord. Jesus quotes from the book of Psalms more than any other book, but the second most quoted book is Deuteronomy. Jesus uses it in several settings, like when He confronts Satan in the wilderness (each quote is taken from this book) in Matthew 4. He uses Deuteronomy to explain the law in a summation in... "Jesus said unto him, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind." Matthew 22:37 The answer to this being found in Deuteronomy 6:5. He uses this book to cite the Ten Commandments (Multiple times) but one example in... The answer to this being found in Deuteronomy 5:17. He uses this book of Deuteronomy to talk about divorce in... "Thou knowest the commandments, Do not commit adultery, Do not kill, Do not steal, Do not bear false witness, Defraud not, Honour thy father and mother." Mark 10:19 "It hath been said, Whosoever shall put away his wife, let him give her a writing of divorcement:" Matthew 5:31 The answer to this being found in Deuteronomy 24:1-3. He uses it to define church discipline! Answer found in Deuteronomy 19:15. It’s used to explain that man is to fear God (multiple times)... The answer to this found in Deuteronomy 6:13. We are also instructed from this book (and through the mouth of Jesus) to keep God’s Word... The answer to this being found in Deuteronomy 19:16-19. The list could go on. "But if he will not hear thee, then take with thee one or two more, that in the mouth of two or three witnesses every word may be established." Matthew 18:16 "Again, ye have heard that it hath been said by them of old time, Thou shalt not forswear thyself, but shalt perform unto the Lord thine oaths:" Matthew 5:33 The point of this book is not to just display the law of God, and show God’s judgement if you don’t obey. No, the point of this book is to point out what every single cult and false religion misses when reading the Bible. This book is to give evidence to where the law of God meets the love of God, and how God is not dictating that man strive for perfectionism, but rather strive for faith in God’s power instead of our own. This book shows the necessity to get off of our own high horse of righteousness, and serve others as the leaders we are suppose to be! The only way to be a Godly leader is by serving others through God’s love alone. May we keep God’s love in mind, as we study this fantastic book of the Old Testament law.
Eretz Israel, the only democratic state in the Middle East, is the focal point of world attention. Throughout the world, (Muslim sponsored) radio and television broadcasting companies often give distorted or one-sided information, while newspapers often print half-truths, outright lies, exaggerated details or rearranged events. So where do people get the truth? Where are the actual facts, written in an easy to read book? Israel, History in a Nutshell, Highlighting the Wars and Military History is a compilation of facts, proof of the long and glorious history of the State of Israel. It is a tool to refute the lies, twisted facts and half-truths that are spread daily around the globe. This publication not only sheds light on Israel's military history, it also gives short biographies of the key-role players, and much, much more. This book gives answers to many questions, and includes additional interesting facts that will help you understand Israel's history better.
Understanding the purpose and traditions of the Jewish feasts will give you a deeper appreciation for your God, your heritage, and the gift of redemption provided by the sacrificial death of Christ. The Fall Feasts of Israel will help you understand three of Israel's most significant festivals: Rosh Hashannah, Yom Kippur, and Sukkot. A complete examination of each feast includes a look at its biblical institution, its celebration in the time of Christ, and its observances by Jews today. "The feasts and laws of the Lord were a tutor to lead the Israelites to the Savior...the festivals find their fulfillment in Christ and His New Covenant." This book will give you insight into what God originally intended for the sacrificial offerings.
