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Athlete MindsetBeyond the Game: Mental Health in Elite HoopsIn this special panel episode of Athlete Mindset, host Lisa Bonta Sumii, LCSW, CMPC, is joined by four standout basketball players—Lucas Williamson, Maya Chandler, Aher Uguak, and Anaya Peoples—for a raw and thoughtful conversation in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month. Together, they explore the emotional weight of elite competition, personal setbacks, and the human side of sport. From dealing with pressure and injuries to navigating identity, criticism, and support systems, each athlete opens up about what mental wellness really looks like at the college and professional levels—on and off the court.Key Takeaways from “...2025-06-1144 min

Athlete MindsetChris Billam-Smith | Consistency, Character, and the Champion’s MindsetIn this episode of Athlete Mindset, host Lisa Bonta Sumii, LCSW, CMPC, sits down with professional boxer Chris Billam-Smith. Known as "The Gentleman," Chris shares the mindset that’s guided his rise from late-blooming amateur to world champion. He opens up about the power of consistency, the role of family in grounding his identity, and how he mentally prepares for the demands of the ring. Chris also discusses the importance of breathwork, emotional regulation, and the inner shift that happens when the gloves go on. Through it all, he reflects on being more than an athlete — striving to grow as a...2025-06-0231 min

Ditch The LabcoatThe Art of Making Team Excel at Trama with Andrew Petrosoniak & Chris HicksDISCLAMER >>>>>> The Ditch Lab Coat podcast serves solely for general informational purposes and does not serve as a substitute for professional medical services such as medicine or nursing. It does not establish a doctor/patient relationship, and the use of information from the podcast or linked materials is at the user's own risk. The content does not aim to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and users should promptly seek guidance from healthcare professionals for any medical conditions. >>>>>> The expressed opinions belong solely to the hosts and guests, and they do not necessarily reflect the views or o...2024-06-0555 min

Athlete MindsetAthMindset | CSUB Sports Medicine + Athletic Trainers Jessie Rogge and Kevin WilliamsAll about athletic trainers, specifically the amazing athletic trainers at Cal State University Bakersfield (CSUB). In this AthMindset episode, Lisa Bonta Sumii, LCSW, CSW, shares space with both Jessie Rogge and Kevin Williams to discuss CSUB Sports Medicine and more.Sports medicine topics explored:becoming an athletic trainerwhat’s the focus of an athletic trainersports medicinethe importance of mental healthday in the life of an athletic trainerCSUB AthleticsJessie Rogge is an Associate Athletic Trainer at CSU- Bakersfield. She works primarily with Women’s volleyball/beach volleyball, Women’s basketball, and Men’s and Women’s Swim and...2022-03-3135 min

Athlete MindsetAthMindset | Coach Chris Meadows Talks Basketball, Development, and Mindset“Process over outcome.” In this AthMindset episode, Lisa Bonta Sumii, LCSW, CSW, shares space with Chris Meadows, coach, trainer, and basketball mind. He has helped over a thousand athletes develop into collegiate athletes.Chris Meadows speaks the truth in this episode on these topics and more:skill vs willelite mindsetskill developmenthis book “I Am D1”emotional retreatThe 4 C’s: compete, consistent, competent, composedMore about Chris Meadows:“Coach Chris Meadows is one of the most highly respected Skills Performance Coaches both nationally and internationally. As a student-athlete, he started his college journey in his hometown...2022-03-3046 min

Athlete MindsetAthMindset | Athlete Branding and Storytelling with FanWord Founder, Chris AumuellerFanWord founder, Chris Aumueller, joins the podcast to talk about athlete branding. Chris excelled in tennis at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, and he now helps other athletes tell their stories and create their own brands. Chris’s goals surpass athletics and help to foster personal development in the lives of many athletes. This company’s goal is not only to help achieve an athlete’s financial goals but to also empower them to advocate for themselves.Chris persistently refers to the topic of education and its importance in the NIL world. Through this conversation, light is shed on thi...2022-03-2844 min

Athlete MindsetAthMindset | Own Your Sleep with Dr. Chris WinterLearning about sleep has never been more fun than this!In this AthMindset episode, Lisa Bonta Sumii, LCSW, CSW, shares space with Dr. Chris Winter, internationally recognized expert on sleep and the author of “The Sleep Solution” and “The Rested Child”.Dr. Chris Winter as described on the American Sleep Association (ASA) website:Dr. Christopher Winter has practiced sleep medicine and neurology in Charlottesville, Virginia since 2004, but has been involved with sleep medicine and sleep research since 1993. As the owner of Charlottesville Neurology and Sleep Medicine, CNSM Consulting and the Medical Director of the Marth...2022-01-1247 min

Bible Back Story192. Finding Jacob: The Genesis 6 ExperimentJoin us as we continue to have a look at the genetic code if you will, of salvation or destruction. We begin with a look at the Genesis chapter 6 “experiment” and the account of the fallen angels and daughters of men, and go from there. We are in the middle of the counting of the Omer, leading to Shavuot, the giving of the Torah, really the thing that separates the followers of Yahuah from all other people of the earth, His word. And, of course, a few minutes on current events and where we may be in th...2021-04-291h 05

Bible Back Story191. Finding Jacob: Why Sin Prevailed After The FloodJoin us as we continue the look at why sin prevailed after the flood, you may be surprised to find out who it was that allowed this to happen and why. This all ties into our look at genes in Scripture, why keeping the pool clean is important, but also the promise that any are still welcome to join with the House of Yahuah’s people regardless of their genetic situation. The Writings of Avraham were never included in the Biblical cannon as far as I know, but are quite interesting and do shed some addition details of...2021-04-191h 08

Bible Back Story190. Finding Jacob: A Closer Look at OgJoin us as we take a look at Og King of Bashan and his Unicorn. No, not really…well I mean yes, we will look at that but…OK, OK you just have to listen and see. We will be in and around Matthew chapter 13, and more questions about why the flood of Noach did not seem to eliminate the Godless. We know there was a so-called seed of satan, before the flood and then almost immediately after as well….What gives? We will glean additional information from the Book of Jasher and then next week some interest...2021-04-131h 09

Bible Back Story189. Finding Jacob: Counting The OmerJoin us as we have a look at some of the news of the day and then dive into the Counting of the Omer, an important tradition and instruction from the Bible that we as Christians often overlook. There is really only one thing that set us apart from the rest of the world and that is the Word of God, the Bible, the Tanakh and the New Testament. Please no emails - read John 1:1 before you hit send. Homework to be ready for next week read Mattithyahu chapter 13 at least a couple of times, a...2021-04-051h 08

Bible Back Story188. Finding Jacob: Proof of the Pre-Trib Rapture?Join us as we have a quick look at proteins and amino acids that form the building blocks of life, and how they mix with the mRNA vaccine. We will have a quick look at the Constitution of the United States and how far we have fallen particularly, in regard to HR 5 now passed and other bills in the pipeline sure to pass, and what we might expect coming to a neighborhood near us soon. But mostly I have had a number or questions about the pre-trib rapture and why I no longer think that might...2021-03-301h 18

Bible Back Story187. Finding Jacob: Our Current World Through The Revelation LensJoin us as we take a fly by at the current vaccine and world situation, overlaid with the seal, trumpets, and bowls in Chiayon (The Book of the Revelation of the Apocalypse) and see if there is anything to be gleaned. We hit on a few odd things along the way as well that we will dive into as we head towards the Pyramids, Herod’s Temple, the watchers and Nephilim. Reference Verses: Ezra V’nechemyahu (Nehemiah) 1:9 Yesha’yahu (Isaiah) 11:12 Yirmeyahu (Jeremiah) 29:14 Yasher (Jasher) 4:18 Yashar (Jasher) 36:28 B’ray’sheeth (Genesis) 36:24 B’ray’sheeth 6:11B Chiayon chapters 6-16 2021-03-231h 12

Bible Back Story186. Finding Jacob: Circle of WitnessesJoin us as we first have a refresher look at the Aleph Tav, and then explore the question of our place during the great tribulation. We look at the different words translated as "wrath" and "tribulation" and discover the meaning of these different things. Looking at tribulation from the past, how Aw-dawm’ and Chavah (Eve) dealt with tribulation, then the 70 souls of the house of Ya’akov (Jacob) going into Mitsrayhim (Egypt) and then the 2.3 million (or so) that came out of Mitsrayhim, and finally as the millions belonging to the House of Yishar’el that were scattered...2021-03-161h 03

Bible Back Story185. Finding Jacob: The Third DayJoin us as we look at the many things that have and will happen “on the third day”, and no I did not even bother to include Y’shau rising from the dead. Reference Verses: Kepha Sheniy (2 Peter) 3:8 Husah (Hosea) 6:1-2 Yechezq’el (Ezekiel)l 4:1-5 Vayiqra (Leviticus) 26:18 Bere’shiyth (Genesis) 1:9-13 Hadaccah (Esther) 5:1 Bere’shiyth (Genesis) 42:18 Yocnanon (John) 2:1, 4:40, 4:43, 11:6 Shemoth (Exodus) 16:29 Bere’shiyth (Genesis) 22:4, 31:22 Vayiqra (Leviticus) 17:7 Bemidmar (Numbers) 31:19 Melekiym Sheniy (2 Kings) 20:5 Ezra 6:15 Shemoth (Exodus) 19:9-11 Ma’asiym (Acts) 17:10-11 Mattithyahu (Matthew) 24:29-31 Qoheleth (Ecclesiastes) 7:8 Devarim (Deuteronomy) 32:29 Homework: Read Vayiqra (Leviticus) Chapter 26 2021-03-091h 01

Bible Back Story184. Finding Jacob: For Such A Time As ThisJoin us for our Purim feast celebration. We will learn much about the history of the time and how this Jewish girl can help to guide us through the difficulties we face in the world today. Might you have been put right where you are for such a time as this?2021-02-281h 06

Bible Back Story183. Finding Jacob: The Regathering vs. The RaptureJoin us as we continue to look more in depth at the ten lost tribes, the promised regathering, and if this regathering spoken of all through out the Tanakh hundreds of times, is the same as the “rapture” Shau’al (Paul) was talking about. While Shau’al’s “rapture” is hard to pinpoint exactly, some say it will happen pre- or mid- or post-tribulation, perhaps pre-millennium, or any of the other scenarios we may be acquainted with, but the "regathering" spoken of so many times in the Tanakh pretty clearly comes at the second coming of Y’shau. So the real...2021-02-221h 02

Bible Back Story182. Finding Jacob: The Ancient "Church"Join us as we continue our look into who exactly is the House of Israel and why we should care. Steeples, cupid, and Valentine’s day will also make an appearance. Reference Verses: Baruk Sheniyu (2 Baaruk) 84:7-9, Bemidbar (Numbers) 15:14-16, Ma’asium (Acts) 2:38-39, Ya’aqov (James) 1:1, Kepha Ri’shon 1(1 Peter) 1:1-2, Titus (Titus) 1:14, Tasloniqiyhm Ri’shon (1 Thessalonians) 2:14-16, Ma’Asiym (Acts)17:14, 18:1-4, 18:18-21 & 18:28, 19:10-12 & 13-14, 20:17-21 2021-02-151h 16

Bible Back Story182. Finding Jacob: He Will If We Won'tJoin us as we continue to look at the House of Yishar’el and the special relationship with Y’shua. And How we fit in. What it looks like to have Yahauh separate us form the world if we will not do it. Reference Verses: Shieny Baruk (2 Baruk) 15:5, Yechezq’el (Ezekiel) 37:10-19, Mattithyahu (Matthew) 4:12-24, Davariym (Deuteronomy) chapter 29, Yochanon (John) 10:13-16, Bemidar (Numbers) 15:14-16 Homework is to read the book of Shieny Baruk (about 80 chapters) and Davariym chapter 29 2021-02-081h 09

Bible Back Story181. Finding Jacob: Why Y'shua Had To DieJoin us as we have a look at why the Messiah had to die. Spoiler alert: it does not have anything to do with the blood. Y’shau as the son of Yahuah the Father must obey every word, instruction, statute, judgement, and commandment in Scripture, and He does so to the last yot and tittle. As we learned at his birth, no requirement or prophecy or instruction is overlooked as He fulfills both His desires for His people and every word of the Torah. Following the exact words of Scripture, rather than what we have bee...2021-02-0254 min

Bible Back Story180. Finding Jacob: Who Is The New Testament Written To?Join us as we take a look at the actual words of scripture, not what we have been taught they say, which may lead us is a slightly different direction than we traditionally think. We will have a go at predestination, election, and foreknowledge to discover it is not as difficult as some contend. All setting us up to discover the real reason Y’shua died and rose again. You may not agree but you will consider the words of the disciple’s directly out of our Bible, and at least consider the possibility they are a lot de...2021-01-261h 06

Bible Back Story179. Finding Jacob: The Sheep of His PastureJoin us as we continue to “find Jacob” and look at who really are “the sheep of His pasture” and what that truth might mean for us. Reference Verses: Romans 11:1, Romans 11:13, Romans 11:25, Ezekiel 34:30-31, Matthew 10:5-6, Matthew 15:24, 1 Kings 22:17, Deuteronomy 4:1-2, Deuteronomy 4:26-27, Deuteronomy 28: 61-65, Ezekiel 12:15, Nehemiah 1:6-9, Matthew 9:34-38, Romans 8:29-36, 1 Kings 11:29-35, Genesis 49:7, Genesis 49:8-12, Genesis 22-26 Homework: Book of Hosea, Romans chapters 8 and 11, Ezekiel chapter 37 2021-01-201h 07

Bible Back Story178. Finding Jacob: The FoundationJoin us as we begin a long look towards Finding Jacob. We will look at the split of the nations, identify the House of Israel, The House of Judah, the Gentiles, the nations, and other players at the end of days, and how we fit in. We will have a look at the two olive trees of Romans 11, and why olive trees by the way? The One New Man and Middle Wall of Separation of Galatians 2, the real reason Y’shau had to die and rise again, promises made and kept, as well as what it means to...2021-01-131h 07

Bible Back Story177. A Fine Line Between Salvation and DestructionJoin us as we take a new look at the Sermon on the Mount, and see some things most have missed. Lamech is the name of both Noach's and his wife’s father; coincidence or does it tell quite a story for those willing to look? We will see the sometimes fine line between a proud king and an ashamed man. Why do the geologies of Cain and Adam to Noach have many of the same names? Often things are not what we think, and it is worth learning the truth to better understand the message of Yeh-ho...2021-01-0451 min

Bible Back Story176. The Real Christmas StoryJoin us as we hear the true Christmas story. We are all familiar with the typical Christmas program at our kids school or church and the various Christmas traditions we all have. We also know that Y’shua was not born on December 25th , and the standard traditions are … well… traditions and not what really happened. The real story is shockingly full of meaning and truth, and it is something of a mystery why the various Christmas programs don’t tell this story you are about to hear.2020-12-2258 min

Bible Back Story175. Lessons Learned From ChanukahJoin us as we take a look at some of the lessons we can glean from the story of Chanukah. Do we wait to do something for God until we have everything we need or do we do it imperfectly because our hearts are to serve the Lord? 2020-12-151h 03

Bible Back Story174. The Greatest Miracle In The BibleJoin us tonight as we talk about the greatest miracle, that we rarely talk about, in the long and storied history of miracles. Yes, it takes place on December 25th, and no it’s not what you're thinking of. I hope you enjoy being a part of the miracle all miracles hope to be.2020-12-0857 min

Bible Back Story173. Chosen: The Bronze SerpentJoin us as we have a look at the Brazen Serpent, take some inventory and do a little future planning. We have a look at an election stolen 3,000 years ago and the response, and does God really always appoint the leaders? Reference Verses: Numbers 21:4-9, John 3:12-16, 1 Kings 1-53, John 18:36, Matthew 26:51-54, Jeremiah 19:3-5, Ecclesiastes 9:11, Hosea 8:4, Genesis 19:17, Genesis 19:24-26 2020-11-231h 10

Bible Back Story172. Chosen: Nothing Happens Apart From YahwehJoin us as we talk about the Mayflower the Pilgrims and the Strangers, their compact, Friday the 13th, current events and the hand of YHVH. If we truly believe He is aware and in charge of all things, why all the noise? How to stay focused on the important and not be distracted by the endless noise. Reference Verses: Matthew 7:5, Proverbs 17:15, 2 Timothy 3:1-4, Genesis 6:5-8, Psalm 18:11, Deuteronomy 4:1-12 The Teaching of the Twelve, chapter 3 Beloved, flee from evil and from every appearance of evil. Do not be ruled by your passions, for this leads to murder. Neither be jealous, quarrelsome, or qu...2020-11-151h 17

Bible Back Story171. Chosen: Our Hope Is Not Red or BlueJoin us as we look at the upside of bad news. This has been a tough week for many and will no doubt become more difficult as the end draws near, but in the end, it is all good as they say. Reference Verses: John 8:44-45, Psalm 14:1, Proverbs 17:15, Proverbs 6:16-23, Acts 15:20-21, Proverbs 14:12, Matthew 24:37-39, Romans 1:16-32, Matthew 26:52-54. 1 Samuel 17:26-47, Leviticus chapters 18-21 2020-11-091h 11

Bible Back Story170. Chosen: How Do You Know You're Chosen?Join us as we discuss who exactly are God’s chosen people and why. Most people answer “the Jews” but the real answer is not that simple. Reference Verses: Deuteronomy 7:6, Psalm 33:12, Isaiah 46:10, Genesis 3:15, 1 Chronicles 16:13, Psalm 105:6, Isaiah 41:8, Psalm 135:4, Isaiah 44:1, Matthew 15:24, 1 Corinthians 10:11, Exodus 3:1-8, Genesis 1:2, Exodus 3:14-17, Proverbs 17:15, Exodus 8:22 2020-11-021h 05

Bible Back Story169. Chosen: The Four HorsemenJoin us as we explore the four horsemen and why we will get to see them and much worse. How to react and ideas on what is coming before the Lord takes us into the clouds. Reference Verses: Revelation 10:7, Genesis 16:12, Revelation 13:1, Revelation 13:11, Revelation 13:18, Isaiah chapter 18, Isaiah 17:3, Psalm 83 2020-10-271h 10

Bible Back Story168. Chosen: Wrath or TribulationJoin us as we have a look at some of the things we can expect to see before the rapture and the things coming after as we do a super quick overview of all 22 chapters in Revelation. We may be taken before the wrath, but we will be around for plenty of tribulation, find out why. Reference Verses: Daniel 9:27, Daniel chapter 7, Revelation 6:8, Revelation 10:7, Revelation 6:2, Ezekiel 14:21 2020-10-221h 06

Bible Back Story167. Chosen: Truth - The New Hate Speech?Join us tonight as we consider some of the ideas we may be a bit fuzzy on. We are taking a look at the end of time, the possible players and a reminder to not become stuck in a dogma when it comes to the end of time and the Bible in general. There is a lot to learn and consider and a lot of information coming our way. Reference Verses: Genesis 3:1-4, John 18:37-38, Daniel 9:25-27, Daniel 7:7-8, Daniel 7:23-25, Revelation 11:1-3, Revelation 12:1-6, Matthew 24:15-22, Revelation 13:1-7, Revelation 14:13-20, 1 Thessalonians 5:9 2020-10-121h 06

Bible Back Story166. Chosen: SukkothJoin us as we celebrate the greatest of all of the feasts… Sukkoth, called Tabernacles. The probable birthday of Y’shua, certainly the day of our going to the New Jerusalem. So much of the Bible took place at this feast it is something we should all know more about. Reference Verses: Genesis 19:24-25, Ezekiel 16:49-50, Proverbs 17:15, Matthew 10:14-15, Genesis 1:14, Amos 3:7, John 7:37-38, John 8:12, 1 Samuel 15:22, Zechariah 14:16 HOMEWORK: 2 Chronicles Chapters 6 and 7 2020-10-071h 01

Bible Back Story165. Chosen: The Holiest DayJoin us as we have a look at Yom Kippur, the most Holy Day on the Hebrew calendar, and the day many believe Y’shua will return. Why are more than 100 stars missing out of the sky? Is the term “prince of the power of the air” more literal than we thought? Reference Verses: Leviticus 23:23-31, Leviticus 16:11-16, Leviticus 5:11-13, 1 Kings 8:38-39, Isaiah 25:5, Revelation 12:4, Revelation 2:7, Ephesians 2:1-2 2020-10-011h 09

Bible Back Story164. Chosen: Reflecting On What's To ComeJoin us for our Yom Teruah celebration also called Rosh Ha Shannah or New Years. Reference Verses: Romans 10:9-10, John 6:30-51, Matthew 25:27-29 2020-09-2249 min

Bible Back Story163. Chosen: Typology of the Pre-Tribulation RaptureJoin us as we finish our discussion or various end times positions by looking at the typology of the Bible and the pre trib rapture. Reference Verses: Mathew 24:37-44, 1 Thessalonians 5:2, Amos 3:7, Matthew 24:30-31, 1 Corinthians 15:51-52, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, 1 John 3:2-3, 1 Corinthians 11:26, 1 Corinthians 6:20, John 14:1-3, Mark 13:32-33, Revelation 4:1, Revelation 19:7-9, Revelation 1:19 2020-09-161h 19

Bible Back Story162. Chosen: End Times Positions Wrap UpJoin us as we review the mid-trib, pre-wrath, post-trib, pre-millennium, amillennial, and preterist, end times positions, and begin our study of pre-tribulationism. Reference Verses: Matthew 24:29-31, Matthew 24:34, 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, 1 John 3:2-3 2020-09-161h 11

Bible Back Story161. Chosen: A Look at the Mid-Trib ViewpointJoin us tonight as we explore the Mid Tribulation (or sometimes called Pre-Wrath) idea of rapture. We are in a series looking at the four basic end-times scenarios and trying to see which best overlays the world we are seeing today. Reference Verses: 1 Thessalonians 5:9-10, Matthew 24:4-9, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-18, Matthew 24:29-30, Revelation 12:17, 2 Thessalonians 2:3-8, Joel 2:31-32, Luke 9:23-26 2020-08-271h 06

Bible Back Story160. Chosen: A Look At The Post-Trib ViewpointJoin us as we quickly look at current issues and COVID news for a few minutes. Many churches are finally getting on board with enough is enough and are beginning to look at the end of days to see how they can minister to the people. We will have a look in Ezekiel to gain a quick foundation with some of the events coming to a nation near you. We will begin our look at various end times positions by looking at the post tribulation view, and how it fits in with what we see today. Ref...2020-08-171h 18

Bible Back Story159. Chosen: Wedding Traditions & The RaptureThe world is going crazy, politicians are abusing their power, riots continue to destroy our cities, we have a cure for COVID and politicians, the media, and social media will not let it be talked about...Just another day near the end of the world. Join us as we talk about the Gentile bride and the Kinsmen Redeemer by looking at the book of Ruth and Genesis Chapter 24. We will have a look at the wedding protocols from the TaNaKh and how clearly it parallels our experience here at the end. Reference Verses: Genesis 17:15-16, Gene...2020-08-091h 12

Bible Back Story158. Chosen: The WatchtowerJoin us tonight as we explore some things about why knowing what is going on in the world now might be important. And why thinking about what to do with the gifts and talents YHVH has given us is important. We will look at a lot of Scripture including a few from the Tanakh. A solid message from the Word of God as to why it might be important for at least some of us to be acting like a watchman or Issachar in today’s world. Reference Verses Matthew 25:14-30, Matthew 9:37-38, Acts...2020-08-011h 12

Bible Back Story157. Chosen: Ultimate ControlJoin us as we look at the new world to come, some interesting things that will be important to know as we face the coming days. Reference Verses: Proverbs 14:12, Proverbs 17:15, Ephesians 5:11, Genesis 24:3-4, Genesis 19:26, Genesis 24:5, Revelation 22:17 2020-07-281h 25

Bible Back Story156. Chosen: Isaac, Rivkah & The RaptureJoin us as we continue to discuss some of the sci-fi like things that are happening in our world right now that may be pointing to a near rapture of the church (Agenda 21, CRISPR Cas-9). We will also continue looking at Genesis chapter 24, laying the foundation for the rapture. Reference Verses: Isaiah 7:14, Genesis 24:40, Genesis 24:58, Luke 5:39-39, Isaiah 60:7, Ezekiel 39:1-3 Homework: Genesis 24 and Read the Book of Ruth 2020-07-201h 12

Bible Back Story155. Chosen: Prophecy UnfoldingJoin us as we continue to look at the prophetic events happening now, that will be complete after the rapture, and as we begin a study of Genesis Chapter 24, which is pretty much all you really need to know about the Bible. Reference Verses: Revelation 20:4, Isaiah 65:8, Luke 10:23-24, Luke 10:1-9, Isaiah 6:12-13, John 12:24, John 16:13, Isaiah 7:14, Genesis 24:40, Genesis 24:58, Luke 5:38-39, Isaiah 60:7, Ezekiel 39:1-7 Homework: Genesis 24 and begin to read the Book of Ruth 2020-07-131h 14

Bible Back Story154. Chosen: The End & The Kingdom ParablesJoin us as we tie up the tabernacle and look at some of the current end times events to help judge where we are on the timeline. We will have a quick look at the kingdom parables and how we can use them to help us make sense of the end. Reference Verses: Matthew 25:1-13, Luke 14:17-24, Matthew Chapter 13 Homework: Genesis Chapter 24 2020-07-041h 12

Bible Back Story153. Chosen: Our Current StateWe close out the Tabernacle by looking at the water laver, no coincidence YHVH saved this for last. We will also look at George Washington’s thoughts on the two-party system and the Lord's comments to Joshua that offer some interesting advice, on how best to look at a two-party system in collapse. We will also drive down the Romans Road, as we move every closer to the rapture of the Church many are looking to learn about the Lord. The Romans Road or the ABC’s of salvation offer a quick and easy way to guide people towards a rela...2020-07-011h 23

Bible Back Story152. Chosen: The Great DeceptionJoin us tonight as we investigate the altar of incense in the tabernacle and continue last weeks look at the rapture of the church, the return of Y’shua, and the end of days with the new Jerusalem. We will have a look at possible deceptions to come and how the world is looking right now. Reference Verses: Psalm 141:1-2, Revelation 8:3-4, Proverbs 15:29, Proverbs 28:9, Psalm 24:3-6, Mathew 24:24, Daniel 12:1-4, Jeremiah 30:7, Jeremiah 30:10, Ezekiel 38:13, Zechariah 14:16-18 Homework: Jeremiah Chapter 30, Ezekiel Chapter 38, & Amos Chapter 8 2020-06-231h 22

Bible Back Story151. Chosen: The East GateJoin us as we learn about the east gate into the Tabernacle and begin to wrap our heads around the coming deception. We will discover the abode of the enemy and look at some of his powers in relationship to this coming deception. I suggest this is timely info as I believe we are headed towards the end of days at an accelerated pace. If you are one who believes it is not important to know these things because “you are going anyway”, you may want to consider those around you: family, friends, church-mates, work associates, and those at the...2020-06-151h 02

Bible Back Story150. Chosen: Heading EastJoin us tonight as we briefly discuss the Court of the Tabernacle, and continue talking about the coming end of days, from the Rapture to the New Jerusalem, a period of 1007 years yet future. We will continue to look at why the so-called pre-tribulation rapture seems to fit Scripture and what it might mean to us and our walk. That being said, prophecy by definition is about something that has not happened and the only way to know if we understand it correctly is to actually go through it. I have entitled this “Heading East” and have used that...2020-06-091h 22

Bible Back Story149. The Tabernacle: Part 7 (The Bronze Laver)**Please forgive the few minutes of background noise in the middle of the podcast** Join us as we celebrate Shavuot, you may know it as Pentecost (after the Greek word for 50). We look at the events of Shavuot, sideswipe the bronze laver in the courtyard of the Tabernacle and talk about the bride and the end times. We will lay a foundation for further study of the end times and events of the day and how they might impact our remaining time here. If you are interested in having a look at current events in light of Biblical end times, this found...2020-06-011h 14

Bible Back Story148. The Tabernacle: Part 6 (The Two Veils)Join us tonight as we look at the two veils, the “masak” or front door and “per-o-ket”, the veil that divides the Holy Place from the Holy of Holies. We also look at the loops, clasps, boards and sockets. These items tell in interesting prophetic story, I hope you can give it a listen! Reference Verses: Isaiah 53:2, Philippians 3:20, Psalms 22:1, Exodus 26:14-19, Ephesians 2:19-22, Hebrews 10:19-22, John 5:39 2020-05-251h 13

Bible Back Story147. The Tabernacle: Part 5 (The Linen Curtain)Join us tonight as we take a look at the interesting meanings and pictures behind the linen curtain, hooks and clasps of the Tabernacle. There is much more to them than just pretty decorations. Reference Verses: Exodus 26:1-6, Isaiah 61:10, Psalm 132:9, Zechariah 3:3-4, Matthew 24:11-14, Exodus 31:1-17, 1 Timothy 2:5, Judges 20:11 2020-05-2159 min

Bible Back Story146. The Tabernacle: Part 4 (The Menorah)Join us as we look at the light source for the Tabernacle (the Menorah) in our continuing series about the Tabernacle and how it pictures YHVH and us.2020-05-1255 min

Bible Back Story145. The Tabernacle: Part 3 (The Table of Shewbread)Join us tonight as we continue to look at the Tabernacle and see YHVH, Y’shua, and each of us pictured pretty clearly. Tonight we look at the shool-kawn’ שלחן or the Table of Shewbread. Reference Verses: Revelation 14:12, Exodus 25:23-30, Hosea 6:6, Matthew 6:33, Psalm 23, Psalm 69:22, Malachi 1:7, 1 Corinthians 10:21, Mark 7:25-29, Exodus 25:29-30, Matthew 4:4 2020-05-0355 min

Bible Back Story144. The Tabernacle: Part 2 (The Ark of the Covenant)Join us as we continue to look at the Tabernacle, and some of the spiritual meanings. Tonight, we have a look at the Ark of the Covenant and the Mercy Seat (the only furniture in the Holy of the Holies), and learn some of the messages YHVH gave to Moshe and to us through the Mish-kin’ and all of its parts and pieces. Reference Verses Proverbs 16:21, Isaiah 53:1-3, Exodus 25:8, Genesis 31:49, Exodus 25:21-22, Hebrews 4:14-15, Exodus 25:18-20, Deuteronomy 6:4-9, Matthew 27:51, Numbers 10:33, Ruth 2:12 2020-04-271h 03

Bible Back Story143. The Tabernacle: Part 1 (The Foundation)Tonight we will lay the foundation for the next few weeks as we have a closer look at the tabernacle and the things within it. Far more than just a place to worship God - it is, as Hebrews records, an “example and shadow of heavenly things”. It has great meaning past the flannel graph studies we are used to, and offers an almost unparalleled view of the Messiah, and of us as humans. While the Temple was a real place where the children of Israel worshipped YHVH, the designs and type, the similitudes as the King James calls them, are m...2020-04-211h 02

Bible Back Story142. How Many Biblical Events Occur During Feasts?We all know at least something about the Feasts of the Lord. The Feasts are fun and prophetic and we can learn much by celebrating them. But most Christians do not really know just how much of the Bible, (both Old and New Testament) takes place during a Feast. A majority of the Parables we are familiar with are related to a Feast. The end times are spoken of at a feast, much of Y’shua's interactions with the religious elite happened at a feast, and tons more. Join us as we have a look at so...2020-04-1357 min

Bible Back Story141. Wisdom: Is It Learned or Inherited?Have you ever wondered what wisdom was or if you had it? Have you known people you might characterize as "wise"? Is it something inherited, learned, or purchased? Can anyone become wise? Are there classes to take or books to read? Join us as we add to the account of good and bad, right and wrong, obedient and disobedient, and learn what God holds in the highest regard. Reference Verses: Matthew 13:11-14, Hebrews 5:12-14, Proverbs 4:7, Proverbs 8:11, Proverbs 16:16, Proverbs 19:8, Job 28:28, Psalm 111:20, Proverbs 9:10, Psalm 14:1, Proverbs 26:11, Proverbs 1:7, Proverbs 10:8, 2 Chronicles 1:11, Exodus 35:25-26; 30-35, Genesis 41:39, Luke 2:10, Deuteronomy 4:6, Proverbs 11:2, Jeremiah 9:23-24, Ezekiel 28:17, 1...2020-04-0455 min

Bible Back Story140. Free Will In The Garden?We answer a question “Did God put good and bad, or right and wrong in Aw-dawm (Adam) and Khav-vaw’ (Eve) to allow them to “take of the apple?” We look at free will, good and bad, obedience and disobedience. We spend some time learning the truth about the current Corona Virus facts and figures and use those facts to investigate why and how they fell for the lie of the Naw-kawsh’ in the Garden. Plus we might draw some comfort when we put this Corona pandemic in perspective.2020-04-041h 07

Bible Back Story139. The Old Ways, The Ancient PathsTonight, we look at one of the commandments not often counted on the "official list" from Jeremiah chapter 16 - one of my favorite places in Scripture when it comes to getting a wake up call. The Lord asks the children to follow the old ways and the ancient paths and the children say “we will not”. I know you and I would never say that…or do we? Have a listen and see what you think. Reference Verses: Jeremiah 6:16-17, Isaiah 46:10, Genesis 2:8, Numbers 2:3, Psalm 143:5, Micah 5:2, Luke 1:77-79, Psalm 103:12, Exodus 14:13, Exodus 20:20, John 12:27 2020-03-251h 01

Bible Back Story138. The First Commandments...No, Not ThoseJoin us as we take a look and the first 5 commandments from Genesis 1 and 2. Somehow, they do not make it on to most Rabbis list of the 613 mits-vaw’s. We will have a quick look around at a few other commandments and share possible ideas about to interpret those that apparently cannot be fulfilled today. Reference Verses: Genesis 1:28, Genesis 2:16, Leviticus 12:3, Numbers 15:38, Deuteronomy 8:10, Deuteronomy 8:6-9, Exodus 23:5 2020-03-1659 min

Bible Back Story137. Turn The Other CheekOften the context of Scripture is as important as the words. Join us as we look at some of the most mis-applied words in the Book. What does it really mean to turn the other cheek? Why is the man who lost a court case for his jacket giving up his underwear also? Why is that Roman soldier chasing after that Jew begging for his pack back? We should love our neighbors, but what if he is sworn to kill me? What is it going to look like in the New Jerusalem when you meet t...2020-03-101h 00

Bible Back Story136. Seeking Revenge, Holding Grudges & Loving Thy NeighborWe continue with our look at some of the Words or instructions from YHVH, wrongly called the “law” in English. We will have a look at “seeking revenge, holding a grudge” and who is our “neighbor” … and "enemy". In the context of the Hebrew language, culture, and time, YHVH has much more for us here than we typically understand. Creative engagement for redemption, is how one writer put it. Are we correct in applying all of the so called “laws” to everyone, or are they more specific and why does it really matter? Why can God not mix? And why the world tells us...2020-02-2950 min

Bible Back Story135. The First Four Words (Commandments)We continue to look at the instructions YHVH gave His people identifying the path to an eternity with Him. Most who call themselves Christians today have a somewhat incomplete understanding of God’s instructions, and why they are important in helping us see the straight gate and narrow path. Some might even believe these words have nothing for us because “all we need is love” perhaps confusing John Lennon with YHVH. We take a bit of an honest look at some of the pitfalls the enemy is putting in our path, and how to identify and avoid them. Join us for...2020-02-151h 12

Bible Back Story134. The Foundation of Understanding the TorahWe begin a new journey tonight as we lay the foundation for understanding the instructions contained in Scripture, incorrectly called the law in English. The instructions, statutes, judgements, and commandments allow us to see what a life lived for YHVH looks like. What do “thou shalt not murder, commit adultery, steal, and bear false witness” really mean? Do we need to honor our parents if they are bad people, and if so, how does that glorify YHVH? Sometimes words translated from ancient Hebrew into modern English miss the mark a bit, and living in a culture so far removed from the...2020-02-121h 02

Bible Back Story133. Vayechi Torah Portion - “And He Lived”This weeks Torah Portion provides much encouragement and prophecy. We are told that after all Israel went through in his life that at the end …he lived. So too will we live at the end despite the many adversities we face if we stay true to YHVH. We will read Israel’s blessing on this grandchildren and why he adopted them, we will find out who God records through the prophet Isaiah, as His first born and what that means for us. We learn about the necessity of being squeezed if we are to follow Him. As we wrap up the...2020-02-091h 06

Bible Back Story132. Miketz Torah Portion - "At The End"A very important Torah portion for anyone who believes we are living near the end of days. Jesus answered the disciples questions “When shall these things be? and what shall be the sign of thy coming?” by explaining what the physical world will look like: wars and rumors of wars, famines, pestilences, earthquakes and the rest. But, almost 2000 years before Jesus described the physical aspects of the end of days, the TaNaKh records the spiritual aspects of the end of days. An eye opening portion not to be missed for those of us committed to the God of Abrah...2020-01-201h 10

Bible Back Story131. Vayeshev Torah Portion - "And He Dwelt"In this portion we read that Jacob (or Israel), sat down or dwelt in Canaan, He might have been looking at retirement after he had sired the 12 tribes, survived Laban and Esau, both Leah and Rachel have died and it seems that he has fulfilled YHVH’s jobs for him. But the greatest trial yet awaits. The prophetic pictures contained in Jacob moving to Egypt are many and very important for us to recognize if we really believe we are living in the end of days. The lesson begins by learning that the light must go where th...2020-01-201h 10

Bible Back Story130. Vayishlach Torah Portion - “And He Sent”We start this week’s lesson by watching a video of Mac King doing The Rope Trick (https://youtu.be/xmI9uwYzH9o). This is the second of three very prophetic sections surrounding Jacob and Esau. An interesting historical study to be sure, but the prophetic implications are awesome. Why did Esau not kill Jacob in the desert when they met? Had he not sworn to do so? Why did God tell Jacob to return to Bethel and “Get rid of the foreign gods he had with him?” Did Jacob cause Rachel’s death? When Jacob and the family camp at the m...2020-01-061h 13

Bible Back Story129. Vayetze Torah Portion - “And he went out”A portion packed with prophecy for the end of time. The account of Jacob as he went out from his home to uncle Laban’s place to find a wife. Including “Jacob’s ladder,” wrestling with God, how Jacob came to have 4 wives, his meeting with Esau who had sworn to kill him, and much, much, more as they say. We all know the accounts, but we are a little less positive about the prophetic meanings of these things? Do you know there is THE PLACE is in the land? A place unlike any other on God’s earth. Did you know t...2020-01-031h 00

Bible Back Story128. Toldot Torah Portion - “Generations”This Torah portion called “Toldot” or generations, is about Jacob and Esau, but more than the historical account. This and the next three or four sections are prophetic. They contain so much good information about what the wold will look like at the end. Do you believe Jacob (or Israel as God calls him) is a deceiver? Have you ever wondered why so many of the matriarchs in Scripture are barren? Sarah, Rivkah, Rachel. Are you looking for a presidential candidate that can bring peace to the middle east? Have you ever noticed that God’s people and the enemy cannot...2020-01-031h 09

Bible Back Story127. The Real Christmas StoryThis week, we learn the truth about the Christmas story, not the one you will hear at Church, but what actually happened according to the Bible. Most people already know Jesus was not born on December 25th, but do not know about the importance of that date. I would go so far as to say December 25th of 5BC may be the most important day in all of history. The birth of Jesus in a “manger” far away from Mary’s home is often viewed as an unfortunate event caused by a narcissistic Roman emperor, not so much. We will learn...2019-12-191h 05

Bible Back Story126. Chayie Sarah Torah Portion - “The Life of Sarah”In this Torah Portion called “the Life of Sarah” we actually learn of the death of Sarah, and are pushed to remember her life. In this portion, along with the Book of Ruth, we are given the exact instructions to be saved. I’m really not sure why Ruth and Genesis 24 are not required reading for all new believers. Do you believe God meets you where you are? Do you believe we do not need to do anything to receive His salvation? Do you believe there is no cost to us to receive His salvation, because it is a free gift...2019-12-191h 01

Bible Back Story125. Vayera Torah Portion - “And He Appeared”This is a great section of Scripture as chapter 18 begins with Abraham welcoming the three guests in the desert. Who are these guys? It ends with the father Abraham, taking the Son Isaac, up the Mount Moriah which means “will see God”, after he ties the ates, (or tree in Hebrew), to his son and raising the knife to sacrifice him … well you know the account, at least you know some of it. We witness Abraham’s negotiations with God, we discover the righteous cannot be destroyed with the wicked, we learn about Lots wife, and what made his daughters do what...2019-12-191h 27

Bible Back Story124. Noah Torah PortionThis is the second Torah portion of the year and is about the flood of Noah. OK, OK, I know it was not his flood, but Noah is the primary character in the event. Here is a brief synopsis of some of the lesser known messages contained in this chapter. We touch a bit on why the flood came and what was different about Noah that God saw him as “perfect in his generations” (spoiler alert Noah was not perfect)! How many arks are in Scripture? We look at why all the listing of the generations include two separate lists for...2019-11-1549 min

Bible Back Story123. Grace: Get Out Of Jail Free Card?Is Grace sort of like a get out of jail free card? We began last week with the rich, young ruler asking Jesus what he must do to be saved. Do we “bless ourselves in our heart saying I shall have peace though I walk in the imagination of our heart?" Deut 29:19-20. No offense to the Beatles, but is love really all we need? If God is the same yesterday, today, and tomorrow, why do we not believe what He said then, but think we believe Him today? Eve trusted a good looking guy at the tree and believed hi...2019-11-1524 min

Bible Back Story122. Which Commandments?A quick and partial discussion about what Jesus, John, Paul, Peter and the rest might mean when they say “keep the commandments”, and why they tell us "the remnant” at the end of days are only those who both keep the commandments and have the testimony of Jesus. 2019-11-0349 min

Bible Back Story121. Beginnings - B'ray-sheeth'A quick overview of the first Torah Portion. This portion contains a lifetime of study material including: The House YHVH is building, a house includes a family a son a wife and children, the creation, the Sabbath, man and women, marriage, the priesthood and the temple, sin and disobedience, the enemy, murder and mercy, the entire account of Scripture, mans decent into self, YHVH regretting His creation, Noah’s salvation and tons more.2019-11-0325 min

Bible Back Story120. Z'vot Ha' Berachah Torah Portion - “And This Is The Blessing”This is the final Torah Portion of the year, ending the book of Deuteronomy. Moses has completed his tasks of leading the children out of Egypt and through the desert. They are poised to enter the Promised Land, and Moses has already given his last bit of instruction and warning, and Moses is preparing to meet the Lord on Mt Pisgah. His last offering to the people he loved is to bless the tribes. When we read these words in English we might miss some of the finer points and meanings of Moses’ words. While I believe the world will on...2019-10-271h 09

Bible Back Story119. Ha’azinu Torah Portion - “Listen”In this Torah Portion, Moses gives a song to the people before he leaves for Mt. Pisgah. For the current crop of younger sound byte sorts, Moses covers the entire history and future of Gods people in 48 verses. When the children entered the wilderness from the Red Sea, Moses sister Mariam gave the people a song to help them remember the events of the parting of the sea. Now 40 years later as the people are getting ready to leave the wilderness and enter the Promised Land, Moses gives them a song to remember their history and future. There is some...2019-10-191h 06

Bible Back Story118. The Feast of TabernaclesThe last feast of the year, and the feast called The Greatest Feast, is that of Sukkoth; also known as Tabernacles. It takes place from the 15th day to the 21st day of the seventh month. In 2019, that is Sunday October 13th at sunset through Saturday October 26th at sunset. Celebrants were to build booths – Sukkoth – to live in for these 7 days. The roof was to have gaps to see the moon and let the rain in all to remind the Jews of the wanderings in the wilderness, and to remind them and us, that this place is not our home...2019-10-1612 min

Bible Back Story117. Vayelech Torah Portion - “And He Went”In this Torah Portion, Moses has finished his recapping of the words and instructions of God for the people as they enter the Promised Land. He finishes writing the Torah and places it near the arc. He gives his final thoughts to the people and the Lord tells him what will become of the people after they enter the Land. They will turn their faces from YHVH and He will turn His from them. His last duty is to write a song for the people to leave with them after he passes, to help them remember. The song is the...2019-10-1651 min

Bible Back Story116. America: A Civics LessonWe have a quick study answering the question, “is America and Republic or a Democracy”? For most of us, we have forgotten or perhaps never really knew if the country we live in was founded as a republic or democracy, and even for those that can correctly answer most find it difficult to explain. I suggest it is vitally important in these times that we do understand the difference to be able to make informed choices in the coming elections and to better understand the role we each play in the success of failure of this country. Certainly not an exha...2019-10-1240 min

Bible Back Story115. Nitzavim Torah Portion - “Standing”In this Torah portion, called standing, Moses encourages the people … sort of. Moses has already told the people that in time they will begin to ignore the Lord and will be cast out of the Land, due to the abundance of the Land. These last few chapters are both truthful in word and difficult to hear. In this portion, Moses continues to warn the people to obey the commandments, instructions, statutes and judgments of the Lord. He continues to review the past to highlight the future and ends this portion be encouraging the people that after all they have been th...2019-10-1251 min

Bible Back Story114. Ki Tavo Torah Portion - “When You Enter The Land”This Torah Portion is called “when you enter the land” and was given to the people by Moses as they were about to enter the Promised Land. Have you ever wanted to obey God but did not know what to do about the offerings at the Temple and just pushed it aside believing this has nothing to do with us? Have you been taught the Holy Spirit is the restrainer, holding back evil, and secretly wondered what kind of job he is doing? When Paul speaks of the ap-os-tas-ee’-ah in 2 Thessalonians 2:3 (translated as a falling away or departure) did you th...2019-10-021h 10

Bible Back Story113. Ki Tetze Torah Portion - “When You Go Out”In this week’s Torah portion, Moses reads 74 commandments or instructions including personal matters, civic matters, domestic matters, farming matters and general instructions highlighting the way a person of God will walk and act. This section includes several of the “standard” reasons some people do not follow the Torah; all bogus of course. We will look past the simple words at the real pictures God is drawing about stoning a rebellious son, an adulterous wife, parents loving God more than their children, women not wearing pants, and 70 other items.2019-09-221h 16

Bible Back Story112. Shoftim Torah Portion - "Judges"In this portion, Moses is instruction the people about judges, kings, and princes; yesterdays equivalent to politicians today. His instructions are to both the leaders and to the people. For the leaders, what it looks like to be a good one, and to the people to be able to identify a poor one. Moses gives instructions, later echoed by Jesus, about the importance of unity under YHVH’s instructions. We gain an interesting glimpse of why the High Priest Caiaphus felt he had to kill Jesus and can easily see why the left feels they have to destroy the right. A...2019-09-181h 10

Bible Back Story111. Re'eh Torah Portion - "Behold"This Torah Portion is called re-eh' or behold or see. Moses continues his recapping of the instructions of YHVH to the people before they enter the Land, so they can see the reasons for these lessons. This sections begins with the words “Behold I have set before you this day a blessing and a curse” And more than an attention grabbing headline, the lessons in this section teach us how to choose the blessing rather than the curse. Moses tells the children and us, that things will not be the same once they enter the Promised Land and they need to b...2019-09-131h 22

Bible Back Story110. Ekev Torah Portion - "Rewards"The Torah Portion called Ekev, or rewards, is perhaps the most important lesson in Scripture, and certainly one of the most overlooked. Paul reminds thous of us us living in the last days to look to the exodus generation as examples of what we should and should not do. 1 Corinthians 10:1-10. Ekev takes place as Moses is instructing, warning, and actually prophesying about the exodus generation as they cross into the Promised Land, and is so doing is speaking directly to this generation as well. He reminds them they are about to enter a land of milk and honey, a...2019-09-051h 03

Bible Back Story109. Vaetchanan Torah Portion - "A Wise & Understanding People"Have you ever wondered what is up with the cool artistic little things on the door post of most Jewish homes? They are called a Mezuzah and contains a parchment scroll with a hand copied (in Hebrew of course) section of Scripture known as the “Shema” (hear and understand not simple to listen) found in Deuteronomy 6:4-9 4 Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God is one Lord: 5 And thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thine heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy might. 6 And these words, which I command thee this day, shall be in t...2019-08-271h 03

Bible Back Story108. Mattot Torah Portion - "Tribes & Tisha B'Av"The Torah portion called Mattot or tribes contains some interesting instructions on vows and insight on how the Lord provides for His people sometimes. Have you ever wondered how it came to be that 2 1/2 of the tribes were scattered on the other side of the Jordan? Was this punishment or reward? Roben and gad of all tribes show what it means to keep a vow and are rewarded appropriately. This year Mattot covers the week of the Tisha B Av or the Ninth of Av on the Jewish calendar, and we will have a look at the deeper meanings and...2019-08-231h 21

Bible Back Story107. Pinchas Torah Portion - "Zealous For God"We met Pinchas last week at the conclusion of the section about Balak and Baalam. He was zealous for God and was rewarded by God for his actions. We learn of the continual struggle between the Jews and Arab and why it will never end this side of Heaven, why it is important, and why there can never be peace in the Middle East no matter which President tells you he has worked it out. The Lord commands a new census of the people as the land needed to be apportioned, and we see the dramatic decline of the rebellious...2019-08-051h 21

Bible Back Story106. Balak Torah Portion - "Baalam's Curse"Balak was King of Moab, he saw “the people that came up out of Egypt” camped at his door step and became fearful. He sent to Mesopotamia for the seer called Baalam offering riches and prestige if he would come and curse these people for him. having been cursed by Baalam perviously he thought this would be the answer to his problems. Baalam who was related to Abraham and Laban was, in fact, able to communicate with the God of Israel, and was told by YHVH not to go or curse the people. King balak did not take no for an a...2019-08-051h 12

Bible Back Story105. Chukat Torah Portion - "Ordinances & The Red Heifer"Have you ever read something in Scripture and just sort or rolled your eyes? It OK you don’t have to answer, I know you have, we all have. This Torah Portion called in Hebrew Chukat חקה contains ordinances, the meaning of the word Chukat, supposedly beyond human understanding. In this Torah portion, which is the shortest of the year, but contains some of the most important information in the Torah, we encounter the instructions for the Red Heifer, necessary for purification to allow us to enter the Tabernacle of YHVH. We read about the so-called brass serpent on a pole, requi...2019-07-251h 10

Bible Back Story104. Korach - "The Rebellion of Korah"This Torah portion provides insight in the death of Korach. He lead a rebellion against Moses and in that way against YHVH, who had the earth open and swallow him, taking him to Sheol alive. God wants to once again wipe out the people, and Moses once again intercedes for the people. Scripture makes the tie in between Cain, Nimrod, Korach and pictures the politicians of today. Do we expect the result to be different? Apparently one can not simply stand by when the leaders are in rebellion to God and expect to be rewarded. Why does one political party...2019-07-161h 21

Bible Back Story103. Shelach Lekha - "Send for Yourself"This Torah Portion is called "Send for Yourself" and is found in B’Midbar (Numbers) 13:1 to 15:41 and the haftorah is Joshua 2:1-24, and John 19:11-17 is read also. It is recorded Moses listened to the people and agreed to send 12 spies into the land, the Lords response to Moses “send them yourself” belies that YHVH already knew what was going to happen. Many Bible believers do not know the spies were sent into the land some 38 years before the children of the children actually settled in the land under Joshua. While this section included the infamous evil report resulting in the de...2019-07-151h 18

Bible Back Story102. Beha'alotcha - "When You Kindle"The lighting of the Menorah in the Tabernacle is the highest form or praise, greater than offerings, or good deeds. YHVH desires obedience more than sacrifice, and His kingdom can not be attained through violence or gifts or work. We learn more about the people set apart from the rest of the people who are already set apart from the world. We encounter an interesting rabbit trail about a second Exodus … it is for us? We learn more about la-shone’ ha raw or the evil tongue, and the problems complaining cause including the tab-ay-rah’or burning, a fire that consumes the ou...2019-07-031h 05

Bible Back Story101. The Firstborn BirthrightThis week, we are discussing the idea of the firstborn blessing or birthright and why many "firstborns" in the Bible were not worthy of the blessings bestowed upon them.2019-06-221h 04