Posts tagged: old testament

This week (July 19) on Shabbat Night Live, much of the Christian church and Jewish synagogue have the same problem — both claim to be Israel, and yet they’re not. In fact, Yeshua says they belong to the “synagogue of Satan!” What is each group missing, and how can anyone truly be “Israel”?

Michael Rood brings an answer for the end times from the beginning of the Book of the Revelation!

Watch the episode — included on this blog post.

While you watch, consider the questions below. The timeline for each discussion topic in the video is noted on each question. Post your answers in the comments section and let’s get some discussion going!

1. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 08:46) What does Yeshua promise to those in the congregation of Smyrna who remain faithful despite tribulations?
2. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 14:16) What is the significance of the 10 days of tribulation mentioned in the Hebrew text of the Revelation, and how are believers encouraged to respond during this period?
3. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 17:52) What assurance does Yeshua give believers regarding the second death and their resurrection at the seventh trumpet?
4. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 20:52) What is the significance of the double-edged sword mentioned in the letter to Pergamos, and how does it relate to Yeshua’s words and actions?
5. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 25:11) What were the doctrines of Balaam and the Nicolaitans, and how did they affect the congregation in Pergamos?
6. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 30:28) Why did Balaam initially refuse to go with the princes of Moab and Midian, and what was his response when they returned with more honorable princes and greater gifts?
7. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 35:48) Why did Yehovah’s anger kindle against Balaam, and what was the role of the angel of Yehovah in this situation?
8. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 36:54) How did Balaam’s ass save him from the angel of YAH, and what lesson did Balaam learn from this encounter?
9. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 44:37) What was Balaam’s response to Balaak’s request to curse Israel, and how did he justify his stance?
10. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 46:46) What significant events occurred at the three United Nations summit meetings involving Israel, and what was the outcome of each summit?

This week (July 12) on Shabbat Night Live, in The Book of The Revelation, Yeshua tells John that He “hates the deeds of the Nicolaitans.” Who were these people? And what did they do that was so terrible?

As Michael Rood explains, “the deeds of the Nicolaitans” continue today in every Christian church and, sadly, in many Torah-observant congregations as well!

Watch the episode — included on this blog post.

While you watch, consider the questions below. The timeline for each discussion topic in the video is noted on each question. Post your answers in the comments section and let’s get some discussion going!

1. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 08:51) What did Yeshua instruct John to write to the seven congregations in Asia Minor?
2. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 12:24) What did Yeshua ask James and John about their ability to endure?
3. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 16:32) What did Yeshua teach his disciples about true greatness and leadership?
4. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 21:13) What did Paul emphasize about the importance of unity among believers in his first letter to the Corinthians?
5. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 25:24) What reward does Yeshua promise to those who overcome the deeds of the Nicolaitans?
6. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 28:15) What is the significance of the doctrine and deeds of the Nicolaitans in the context of church hierarchy and its impact on moral behavior within the church?
7. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 31:22) What did Yeshua promise to the man crucified alongside him?
8. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 36:10) What happens during the last resurrection and final judgment according to the Revelation scroll?
9. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 39:47) What lesson does Yeshua convey through the parable of the rich man and Lazarus?
10. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 42:41) What does Paul explain about the state of the dead and the resurrection?

This week (July 5) on Shabbat Night Live, in the Book of The Revelation, we read that the congregation in Ephesus had been led astray by false prophets. Who were these false prophets? Where did they come from and what were they teaching?

Michael Rood takes us back to the beginning when Paul first spoke to the Ephesians and what we can learn from their mistakes.

Watch the episode — included in this blog post.

While you watch, consider the questions below. The timeline for each discussion topic in the video is noted on each question. Post your answers in the comments section and let’s get some discussion going!

1. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 08:52) What is the significance of Apollos’ teachings in Ephesus, and how do they reflect the original message of repentance and adherence to the Torah as preached by John the Baptist?
2. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 10:57) How did Aquila and Priscilla’s guidance enhance Apollos’ understanding of Yeshua’s ministry, and what impact did this have on his ability to proclaim Yeshua as the Messiah to the Jews in the synagogue?
3. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 16:22) What does Paul’s interaction with the disciples in Ephesus reveal about the evolution from John’s baptism of repentance to the baptism in the name of Yeshua Messiah, and how does this signify a new understanding of life and identity for believers?
4. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 19:11) In what ways did the baptism as performed by Paul and the subsequent reception of the Holy Spirit redefine the disciples’ faith in Ephesus, and how did this spiritual awakening contrast with the resistance and misunderstanding from others within the community?
5. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 23:42) How did the failed exorcism attempt by the seven sons of Sceva, a chief priest, lead to widespread fear and reverence for the name of Yeshua, and what were the consequences for the practice of magic and the growth of the Christian faith in Ephesus?
6. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 26:04) What economic and religious concerns did Demetrius and the craftsmen of Ephesus express regarding Paul’s teachings, and how did their reaction illustrate the conflict between traditional pagan worship and the emerging Christian doctrine?
7. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 31:38) What role did Alexander, the son of Simon of Cyrene, play in the events at Ephesus, and how does his attempt to address the crowd relate to the broader conflict between the early Christian movement and established religious traditions?
8. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 35:27) How does Paul distinguish between true apostles and false ones, and what consequences does he describe for those who deceitfully claim apostleship and mislead others for personal gain?
9. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 37:10) How does Peter characterize false apostles, and what criteria does he suggest for distinguishing them from those who are truly sent by the divine?
10. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 42:21) How does the message to the believers in Ephesus emphasize the importance of returning to their ‘first love’ and the original teachings of Yeshua, and what does this reveal about the contrast between their past pagan practices and their new life in the Messiah?

This week (June 28) on Shabbat Night Live: When John encounters the risen Yeshua in a vision, he is given a scathing message to deliver to seven specific churches — one of which is Ephesus. Paul was instrumental in delivering the Gospel to Ephesus, so what went wrong?

Michael Rood explains the back story and why the risen Savior mentioned Ephesus by name.

Watch the episode — included on this blog post.

While you watch, consider the questions below. The timeline for each discussion topic in the video is noted on each question. Post your answers in the comments section and let’s get some discussion going!

1. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 05:47) How does the scroll of Revelation connect the stories of the Torah and the prophets to the revelation of Yeshua as the Messiah?
2. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 12:19) What is the significance of Yochanan’s vision of Yeshua amidst the seven flaming lamps, and how does it relate to his role as a messenger to the seven congregations in Asia Minor?
3. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 15:31) In the context of the Revelation, what is the significance of Yeshua commanding Yochanan to write the things that he had just seen, the things that are now, and the things that shall be hereafter, and how does this instruction relate to the message for the seven congregations?
4. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 19:41) What is the relationship between obedience to Yeshua’s commands and the fulfillment of prophecies, as outlined in the communication to Yochanan regarding the future events leading to the establishment of Yeshua’s dominion?
5. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 22:24) What is the role of the messengers to the seven congregations in the context of Yeshua’s vision, and how does their faithfulness relate to the responsibilities and rewards described in the Revelation?
6. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 29:11) What are the consequences for the congregation if they fail to repent and return to their first love?
7. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 33:35) What significant change did the Jewish tallit makers implement in their craft after it became illegal to be openly Jewish in the Roman Empire?
8. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 36:11) How does Acts 18:6 challenge the interpretation of replacement theologians regarding Paul’s declaration to go to the Gentiles?
9. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 38:44) What actions did Paul take that contradicted the interpretation that he would only minister to the Gentiles, and what was his reasoning for these actions?
10. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 41:48) What was the role of Aquila and Priscilla in enhancing Apollos’ understanding of the teachings he was spreading?

This week (June 21) on Shabbat Night Live: Are we saved now or in the future? The answer is BOTH!

Michael Rood shares a step-by-step explanation of the resurrection and the things that must come to pass before Yeshua returns, including the often misunderstood “armor of God” — most importantly, the so-called “helmet” of salvation!

Watch the episode — included on this blog post.
While you watch, consider the questions below. The timeline for each discussion topic in the video is noted on each question. Post your answers in the comments section and let’s get some discussion going!

1. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 06:32) What is the significance of the grace and peace mentioned in the opening salutation of the Revelation scroll, and how does it relate to the teachings communicated to Titus and the experiences of the believers in Thessalonica?
2. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 10:29) How does the ‘sea of fire and glass’ concept serve as a metaphor for divine judgment and purification, and what is its significance in the context of the resurrection and the final events described, such as the Battle of Armageddon?
3. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 13:03) How does the belief in Yeshua’s death and resurrection shape the understanding of the resurrection of the dead, and what is the significance of the ‘Last Trump’ and ‘Yom Teruah’ concerning the events of the end times?
4. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 16:52) What is the metaphorical significance of ‘the Day of Yehovah coming as a thief in the night,’ and how does this imagery relate to the concepts of vigilance, faith, and salvation?
5. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 19:17) How does the concept of ‘hope of salvation’ function as a protective ‘helmet’ for believers during times of tribulation, and what role does this hope play in the anticipation of the resurrection and the ultimate judgment?
6. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 23:39) What is the role of tribulation in the lives of believers, and how does the promise of Yeshua’s return and the subsequent judgment provide hope and comfort amidst these trials?
7. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 28:20) How do the ‘prophetic shadow pictures’ and temple liturgy established by David reflect the fulfillment of messianic prophecies, and what is the significance of these practices in understanding the events described in Psalm 2 and the Book of Revelation?
8. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 33:59) What are the consequences for those who reject divine authority and pursue their own path, and how does this contrast with the fate of those who put their trust in Yeshua?
9. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 37:47) What is the importance of ‘hearing and obeying’ the words of the prophet revealed as the Messiah, and how does this principle relate to events such as the stripping of the seals from the scroll and the ensuing tribulation?
10. (VIDEO TIMELINE – 41:21) How does Yochanan’s experience of exile and revelation reflect the broader theme of faithfulness amidst tribulation, and what is the significance of his vision of Yeshua as ‘Aleph and Tav’ in the context of the prophetic message he is instructed to write?