John 20 - When we read the Bible, we must understand that there is significance in every action and word. Who Yeshua chose to reveal himself to first after his resurrection is supremely significant. In our reading today, we see that Mary Magdalene is the first one to see the tomb empty. Why? Because she … Continue reading John 20 – “Mary”
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John 18:1-18 – He did it anyway
John 18:1-18 - The book of John is primarily written to proclaim the deity of Yeshua. As we have been reading, we have seen the threads that John weaves throughout the narrative, connecting Yeshua with G-d. Today's reading continues in that vein, as Yeshua is finally arrested by the religious authorities, who believe they now … Continue reading John 18:1-18 – He did it anyway
John 15:1-17 – Facing giants
In John 15:1-17, Yeshua continues to speak with his disciples after sharing their last meal together. His words are once again heavy with layered meaning as he imparts more to them before they would enter this most confusing and difficult time as their Messiah would be led away to his death. As devout Jewish men, … Continue reading John 15:1-17 – Facing giants
John 11:1-37 – Two Sisters
John 11:1-37 - I get so excited when I share about this passage! We are going to talk today about a little insight that you have probably glossed over every time you’ve read this part of John. This is a very famous section. Yeshua raises Lazarus from the dead. From. The. Dead. - Like 4 … Continue reading John 11:1-37 – Two Sisters
John 5 – When holiness goes wrong
As we read John 5 today, we are confronted with how the quest for holiness and doing things "right" can go terribly wrong. In Judaism, we are taught that it is permissible to break a commandment to save a life. A doctor can work on the Shabbat to heal someone who is dying, because saving … Continue reading John 5 – When holiness goes wrong
Singleness by Jami Robins
Hello. My name is Jami, I’m about to turn 34, and I actually enjoy being single. I know that’s pretty much unheard of in this day and age, but it’s true. Save for the first few years of my teenage existence, I have pretty much always been totally fine being single. But I’ve also always … Continue reading Singleness by Jami Robins