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Standing With God for the Salvation of Israel

Skip to main content Toggle navigation Donate Standing With God for the Salvation of Israel I recently received a phone call from a friend who informed me that he was standing with me in prayer for my family and our ministry. He expressed that he was daily praying for my wife, my children and me by name. He proceeded to ask about all of my children, deliberately asking how each of them were doing so that he could be more targeted in his prayers. Immediately, this man was endeared to me as I realized that the purpose for his call was not based on a desire to get something from me, but rather because he had a desire to see my entire family strengthened and encouraged in our daily life. If I, as an earthly father, could be so blessed by a man who told me he was praying for my children by name, how much more does our heavenly Father delight in knowing that we pray for and stand with the children of Israel, those whom He calls His “firstborn son” (Exodus 4:22)? When the Church cares about God’s firstborn son as He does, we can actually be hastening the day of the Lord’s return. The truth of the matter is this: Yeshua can’t return until Israel welcomes Him back. It’s my desire in this short article to give you four practical ways that you can bless the heart of Israel’s Father – which, in turn, will prove to be a blessing to you. To make it easier to remember, each suggested activity begins with the letters “PR.” 1. Pray – “Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: may they prosper who love you.” — Psalm 122:6 NKJV The one city in Scripture for which we’re exhorted to pray is often the city that is entirely overlooked during our times of prayer. Isaiah 62:6–7 exhorts us to “give God no rest until He establishes Jerusalem and makes it a praise in the earth.” I challenge everyone reading this article to take a few minutes each day to pray for the peace of Jerusalem. This verse clearly states that true prosperity is granted to those who demonstrate their love for Jerusalem through prayer. 2. Proclaim – “… proclaim, give praise, and say, ‘O Lord, save Your people, the remnant of Israel!’ ” —Jeremiah 31:7 NKJV Proclamation is a powerful tool that the Lord has given us to speak His truth into the atmosphere. In the same way that Yeshua (Jesus) came to “proclaim liberty to the captives,” God’s Word exhorts us to make proclamations of truth that line up with His Word. One such example would be the proclamation of Jeremiah 31:7: “O Lord, save Your people, the remnant of Israel!” When our voice aligns with the Word of God, something not only happens in the heavenly place, but our hearts become ignited with the truth of God’s Word. It’s time for Believers to proclaim the truth of God’s Word where Israel is concerned. Filled with interesting stories and background information, Dr. Michael Brown’s comprehensive guide answers the 60 most common questions Christians ask about Jewish people and culture. As a Messianic Believer, Dr. Brown provides articulate answers to questions about modern and historical Jewish practices and beliefs. Add To Cart 3. Provoke – “… salvation is come unto the Gentiles, for to provoke [Israel] to jealousy.” —Romans 11:11 KJV Do you realize that the Gentiles [nations] are called to provoke Israel to jealousy? Unfortunately, throughout the centuries, rather than provoking Israel to jealousy, the nations have provoked Israel to anger at the hands of people who have called themselves Christians. The hallways of Church history are littered with the dust of anti- Semitism, and it’s time for the Church to reclaim her ancient call to love and bless Israel. 4. Provide – “For Macedonia and Achaia have been pleased to make a contribution for the poor among the saints in Jerusalem… For if the Gentiles have shared in [Israel’s] spiritual blessings, they owe it to [Israel] to share with them their material blessings.” —Romans 15:26-27 I am deeply grieved that many of the funds raised for Israel never find their way into the hands of Believers. A major Christian magazine recently devoted an entire article to this tragic oversight. It’s time that trend turns around, and we start lining up with the biblical mandate of Romans 15:27. It blesses my heart to hear that there are churches receiving regular offerings for the saints in Israel and funneling them through organizations that give directly to the Believers in the Land. When the people of God pray for the peace of Jerusalem, proclaim with their voices what the Word says about God’s heart for Israel, provoke Israel to jealousy by living holy lives and showing them God’s unconditional love, and provide for the saints in Israel, we become a threat to the principalities and powers because we will be hastening the day of the Lord’s return. In this sixth edition in the Confessing the Hebrew Scriptures series: El Shaddai, God Almighty, you’ll meditate on inspiring verses describing our sustaining Almighty God. This encouraging volume contains Old and New Covenant verses written in English, Hebrew and the transliteration from Hebrew. 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Messianic Judaism Glossary

Skip to main content Toggle navigation Donate Messianic Judaism Glossary: Worship and Scripture Published on July 03, 2018 If you’re new to Messianic Judaism, you may be unfamiliar with many of the Hebrew words commonly used among Messianic Jews. We’ve put together a glossary of some words that will help you explore the beauty and richness that the Hebrew language and Jewish tradition can add to your New Testament faith. baruch (barr-OOKH) Baruch means “blessed.” Blessing God is an important part of Jewish and Messianic Jewish worship. Many blessings open with the phrase “Blessed are You, Lord our God, Ruler of the universe” and are followed by various lines specific to each occasion. Brit Chadasha (BRIT Khah-dah-SHAH) The Brit Chadasha is the New Covenant or New Testament of the Bible. challah (KHAH-lah) Challah is a sweet egg bread served on Shabbat and holidays. It is usually braided and can be made with many variations. echad (eh-KHAHD) Echad means “one.” More than a simple numeral, echad reflects a compound oneness that is fitting to describe God’s existence. Hear O Israel, the Lord our God, the Lord is one! (Deuteronomy 6:4). Elohim (El-oh-HEEM) Elohim is a name for God frequently used in the Old Covenant. hallel (ha-LEL) The literal translation of hallel is “praise.” In Jewish worship, “The Hallel” refers to the recitation of Psalms 113‒118 in the liturgy at various holidays. HaShem (Ha-SHEM) HaShem means “the name” and refers to the name of God. It is often included in blessings used in Messianic Judaism and traditional Jewish worship. Several Messianic congregations throughout the world are named Baruch HaShem, meaning “blessed be the name.” kadosh (ka-DOSHE) The translation of kadosh is “holy.” You will hear it often in prayers and worship songs within Messianic Judaism. kedoshim (KED-oh-SHEEM) The Tree of Life Version of the Bible replaces New Covenant references to Believers as “saints” with the Hebrew word kedoshim, which more clearly conveys the original meaning of the word as “holy ones.” kippah (KEE-pah) A kippah is also known as a skullcap or yarmulke (YAH-meh-kuh) in Yiddish. It is a small head covering worn by Jewish men during prayer, worship and teaching. It serves as a reminder of God’s presence and pre-eminence above man. Some non-Jewish men within Messianic Judaism also wear kippahs in the space of a Messianic Jewish synagogue. kohen/kohanim (koh-HEN) (koh-ha-NEEM) The word kohen means priest, and kohanim is its plural form. Have you ever met someone with the last name of Kohen, Cohen or Kahn? Their family name came from the ancient line of Jewish priests and often means their forefathers came from the sons of Aaron, the first high priest. kohen gadol (koh-HEN gah-DOLE) Many priests served the nation of Israel’s worship needs. However, there was only one high priest at a time. It was this kohen gadol who entered into the presence of God in the Holy of Holies once each year to bring atonement for the people. Messianic Judaism embraces Yeshua (Jesus) as our high priest who made complete atonement for our sin by His death (Hebrews 6‒10). lashon hakodesh (lah-SHONE ha-KO-desh) Hebrew is known as the lashon hakodesh, the “holy tongue,” spoken for millennia by God’s chosen people. It is the language of the Old Covenant Scriptures and is rich with subtleties and nuances that English often does not capture. In Jonathan Bernis’ Confessing the Hebrew Scriptures series, you can learn to proclaim and pray Scripture in the lashon hakodesh. Mashiach (Mah-SHEE-akh) The word Mashiach means Messiah or anointed one. The Old Covenant is filled with promises of the coming Messiah, the anointed one of God. The Brit Chadasha, or New Covenant, reveals Jesus as the Jewish Messiah prophesied throughout the Holy Scriptures. Most Jewish people still wait for the Messiah’s appearing while Messianic Jews recognize Him as Yeshua. mezuzah (meh-ZOO-zah) A mezuzah is a small container placed on the doorposts of homes. A little scroll of Scripture is placed inside according to the Torah’s command of Deuteronomy 6:4–9. Mezuzahs remind Jewish people that we are to love the Lord with all our heart, mind, soul and strength. As an intentional act of remembrance, many Jewish people and Messianic Jews make a point of touching the mezuzah as they pass through doorways affixed with them. mitzvah (mitz-VAH) / mitzvot (mitz-VOTE) The Hebrew word for “commandment” is mitzvah. When a Jewish boy goes through his Bar Mitzvah ceremony, he becomes a “son of the commandment.” Mitzvot is the plural of mitzvah, meaning commandments. Moad (MO-ed) / moadim (mo-eh-DEEM) The Hebrew word used in the Bible for a Feast of the Lord is moad, which means “appointed time” (see Leviticus 23). The plural form is moadim. parashah (PAR-a-shah) The parashah is a weekly Scripture reading recited in Jewish synagogues. Each week the parashah – meaning portion in Hebrew - includes a part of the first five books of the Bible, called the Torah or Pentateuch. By the end of the year, worshipers have read the entire Torah, and the cycle begins again. Messianic Judaism continues this tradition connecting the parashah to images of Yeshua found in the Torah. Get the House Blessing Mezuzah This pewter mezuzah is engraved on both sides with gracious blessings for your home. Delicate ribbon-like designs highlight the words, “May God’s blessing rest upon this house and all who dwell within! May all who enter this house also be blessed!” Inside, the words of Deuteronomy 6:4-9 are printed in Hebrew on a parchment scroll. Measures 5” high. GET PRODUCT NOW! Pentateuch (PENT-ah-touk) The Pentateuch comprises the first five books of the Hebrew Scriptures (Old Covenant), which were written by Moses. This collection of instructional books is also known as the Torah. ruach (ROO-ach) The Hebrew word for “spirit” is ruach. Ruach HaKodesh (ROO-ach Ha-KO-desh) “The Holy Spirit” is known in Hebrew as the Ruach HaKodesh. Selah (SAY-lah) You’ve probably noticed this little word in the book of Psalms. It typically appears between passages within a single psalm. It means “pause,” and it is a directive to the reader to linger a moment and reflect on what was just read before moving on to the next verse. Shabbat (Shah-BAHT) / Shabbatot (Shah-bah-TOTE) Shabbat means “Sabbath” and is the seventh day of the week, or Saturday on the Gregorian calendar. The word Shabbat means “rest” reflecting back to the Lord’s rest after six days of Creation. The Jewish day begins and ends at sunset, so the Shabbat starts on Friday evening when the sun goes down and ends at sunset on Saturday. Synagogues and Messianic Jewish congregations conduct services on either Friday evening or Saturday morning, sometimes both. Several of the biblical Feasts call for a Shabbat, a rest, on a particular day. On these holy days, God commanded that no work be done, just as for the weekly Shabbat. Shabbatot is the plural of Shabbat. Shalom (shah-LOME) You may already know that shalom means “peace.” What may be new to you is that the word conveys much more than that. It also denotes the concept of “completeness” and “wholeness.” Knowing the fuller meaning of shalom enriches our understanding of Scripture – especially such passages as Psalm 122:6 in which God commands us to pray for the shalom of Israel and John 14:27 in which Yeshua told us about the extraordinary peace He gives. Shalom can also be used as a greeting and farewell. Shema (Sheh-MAH) Shema means “hear, listen.” It is the opening word used in Deuteronomy 6:4. The Shema is a Jewish prayer recited morning and evening taken from three Scripture passages (Deuteronomy 6:4‒9, 11:13‒21 and Numbers 15:37‒41). Messianic Judaism has adapted the Shema, and it is commonly sung to open worship services and prayer gatherings. Shema Yisrael (Hear O Israel) Adonai Eloheynu (the Lord our God) Adonai Echad (the Lord is one). Baruch Shem Kavod (Blessed is the name of His glorious) Malchuto L’olam Vaed (Kingdom for all eternity). shofar (SHO-far) / shofarim (sho-far-EEM) The shofar is a ram’s horn that is blown like a trumpet. When Joshua and the Israelites circled the city of Jericho and on the seventh day blew trumpets that frightened and confused the inhabitants, it was this type of horn they blew. (See Joshua chapter six.) The shofar is used today in Jewish synagogues and Messianic Jewish congregations as a call to worship and on various Jewish holidays. Shofarim is plural. tallit (tah-LEET) A tallit is a woven prayer shawl worn during worship and prayer, primarily by men. Talmud (Tal-MOUD) The Talmud is the collection of Jewish oral tradition interpreting the Torah. Tanakh (Tah-NAKH) The Tanakh is the entirety of Hebrew Scriptures, known to Christians as the Old Covenant or Old Testament. The word Tanakh was formed from the first letters (TNK) of the three sections into which the Jewish Scriptures are divided: the Torah (instruction), Neviim (prophets) and Ketuvim (writings). Get the "A Rabbi Looks at Jesus of Nazareth" Book With warmth and transparency, Jewish Voice’s own Messianic Rabbi Jonathan Bernis shares a compelling case for Jesus as Messiah and presents overwhelming evidence that can be traced to the Torah itself. Get Product tefillin (teh-fih-LEEN) In Deuteronomy 6:4-9, God commands Jewish people to diligently keep, speak of and teach His Word. He instructs them to bind it on their hands and foreheads and place it on their doorposts. Tefillin are small boxes that Jewish males tie onto their upper arm and forehead with long straps. The boxes have Scriptures inside in keeping with this commandment and are worn each weekday morning. teshuva (teh-SHOO-vah) Teshuva is the Hebrew word for repentance and means “turning back” or “returning.” Teshuva is vital to restoring one to a right standing with God and is especially highlighted from the month preceding the Feast of Rosh Hashanah and through Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement. Torah (TORE-ah) Torah means “instruction.” The books of Moses comprise the Torah. These are the first five books of the Hebrew Scriptures, which are also called the Pentateuch. The Torah is part of the Tanakh. tzedakah (tzeh-DAH-kah) The Hebrew word for righteousness or acts of charity is tzedakah. Jewish synagogues and Messianic Jewish congregations commonly have a “tzedakah box” designated for giving money toward charity. tzitzit (TZEET-zeet) The long fringes attached to the four corners of a tallit are called the tzitzit. They are a reminder of the Lord’s commandments, that Jewish people would perform them as the Lord instructs. Yeshua (Yeh-SHOO-ah) Yeshua is the Hebrew name for Jesus. It means “salvation.” Messianic Jews recognize Yeshua as the Messiah revealed throughout the Hebrew Scriptures. Yeshua HaMashiach (Yeh-SHOO-ah Ha-Mah-SHEE-akh) Yeshua HaMashiach means “Jesus the Messiah” in Hebrew. The word Christ is not found in the Hebrew Scriptures. It is from the Greek word christos, which bears the same meaning as Messiah, that of “anointed one.” Get the Messianic Jewish Family Bible The Messianic Jewish Family Bible is the first and only of its kind. This exciting new Bible translation unites Old and New Covenant with a consistent Hebraic perspective. GET PRODUCT NOW! Share this article Recent Blog Posts Spoiler Alert: Israel Knew A new resource to enrich your walk with God Israel Destroys ISIS Terror Cell After Attack SEEKING THE LORD FOR MORE IN MUDANDA! 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Speaking Hebrew

Skip to main content Toggle navigation Donate Speaking Hebrew Confessing the Hebrew Scriptures – The Lord My Shepherd, Part 1 Hebrew language expert Dr. Danny Ben-Gigi joins Jonathan Bernis to show you how easy it is for you to begin confessing the Holy Scriptures in the holy language of Hebrew. Jonathan reveals his latest book in the Confessing the Hebrew Scriptures series, The Lord My Shepherd – an encouraging look at the qualities of our Shepherd God. Read more about Confessing the Hebrew Scriptures – The Lord My Shepherd, Part 1 Hebrew School with Danny Ben Gigi Read more about Hebrew School with Danny Ben Gigi The important names in the Bible are not random. As the story concerning each character unfolds, we learn how closely connected the Hebrew name is to the narrative. All other languages fall short in demonstrating how: The biblical name foreshadows the future of each personality, The Hebrew name both mirrors and substantiates the truthfulness of biblical events and prophecies. Hebrew School with Rabbi Jack Read more about Hebrew School with Rabbi Jack Shalom everyone! Welcome to another opportunity to examine a word from Scripture and discover its deeper Hebrew meaning. Confessing the Hebrew Scriptures God’s Word heals, delivers and transforms. God’s Word is powerful in any language, but God’s amazing promises are found first in the Old Covenant, originally written in Hebrew. This ancient, now restored language, is the “holy tongue,” the language God used to communicate His promises to His people. Join Jonathan Bernis as he helps you access the power of confessing the Hebrew Scriptures, to find peace, provision and healing. Read more about Confessing the Hebrew Scriptures Hebrew School with Rabbi Jack Read more about Hebrew School with Rabbi Jack Shalom all and welcome to another Hebrew lesson! Since the focus of this edition of Jewish Voice Today is on the Last Days, we thought ... Hebrew Lessons for the Spring Feasts Read more about Hebrew Lessons for the Spring Feasts Shalom, everyone! We’re once again entering the season of the annual biblical festivals found in Leviticus 23 and learning how they each point to Yeshua in their fulfillment. The Biblical Hebrew Trainer ( February 13, 2017) Jonathan Bernis welcomes Hebrew scholar, Dr. Danny Ben Gigi back to the show to discuss his book The Biblical Hebrew Trainer. Dr. Ben Gigi shares the profound spiritual implications of learning and praying in Hebrew. Together he and Jonathan explore the personal growth and divine connection that becomes possible when you confess ancient Hebrew texts and sacred poetry in their original language. Read more about The Biblical Hebrew Trainer ( February 13, 2017) Confessing The Hebrew Scriptures, The Lord Our Righteousness The Lord is righteous, and as Believers, when God looks at us, He sees the righteousness of Yeshua (Jesus). Jonathan Bernis and Dr. Danny Ben Gigi discuss the fourth book in the Confessing the Hebrew Scriptures series, The Lord Our Righteousness, revealing the powerful promises of God to Believers that will both encourage and strengthen you. Discover the blessing of confessing His Word in the Lashon HaKodesh, the Holy Tongue of Hebrew! Read more about Confessing The Hebrew Scriptures, The Lord Our Righteousness God's Secrets Only Hebrew Can Reveal (Part 3) Want to deeper your relationship with God? Discover what the original Hebrew scriptures mean! Read more about God's Secrets Only Hebrew Can Reveal (Part 3) God's Secrets Only Hebrew Can Reveal (Part 2) This week, Dr. Ben Gigi joins Jonathan Bernis to discuss miracles and mysteries of Scripture that only the Hebrew language reveals and how you can easily discover them. Read more about God's Secrets Only Hebrew Can Reveal (Part 2) Pagination Current page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Next page›› Last pageLast » Blog Categories Contact Financial Governance Press Releases Privacy Get Email Updates © 2018, Jewish Voice Ministries UK Site design and build by newmedia

Yeshua,HaMoshiack

Skip to main content Toggle navigation Donate Yeshua HaMashiach – Anointed to Save Published on July 23, 2018 Who is Yeshua HaMashiach? Yeshua HaMashiach (Yeh-SHOO-ah Ha-Mah-SHEE-akh) is Hebrew for “Jesus the Messiah.” Yeshua is a shortened version of the name Yehoshua (Yeh-HO-shoo-ah), which means “Adonai saves.” Mashiach is the Hebrew word for Messiah and means “anointed one.” Old Covenant Scriptures speak of the coming Messiah who would be God’s anointed One to deliver Israel and all mankind. Most Jewish people living at the time of Jesus believed the Messiah would physically save them from their oppression under Roman rule. They did not recognize that the prophets foretold of a much greater freedom. Israel has had many enemies over the millennia, but none so dangerous as the one who seeks to keep her from recognizing God’s sole provision for eternal reconciliation to Him. Satan prowls and roars, schemes and steals, attacks and accuses (1 Peter 5:8, John 10:10, Ephesians 6:16, Revelation 12:10). He does everything in his power to mislead, blind, confuse and distract people, particularly the Jewish people, from the Messiah. While the Jewish people looked for a savior to physically free them from bondage to Rome, God sent Yeshua HaMashiach to spiritually save us from bondage to sin, offering us eternal spiritual freedom. The prophets foretold many details of the Messiah’s coming. Differing biblical descriptions have led some Jewish people to believe there would be two Messiahs: one who would suffer and die, and one who would conquer and reign. The Scriptures, in fact, describe two separate comings of one Messiah – Yeshua HaMashiach, Jesus the Anointed One. Anointed to Serve In His first coming, Yeshua HaMashiach came as the Suffering Servant we see in Isaiah chapter 53. He came to fulfill our irreparable need of reconciliation to God. He proved Himself a humble servant offering us undeserved love and grace. “Surely He has borne our griefs and carried our pains” (Isaiah 53:4). “…because He poured out His soul to death and was counted with transgressors” (Isaiah 53:12b). “For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many” (Mark 10:45). “…He began to wash the disciples’ feet, drying them with the towel wrapped around Him…” (John 13:1‒16). Anointed to Suffer and Die Yeshua HaMashiach was appointed by God to suffer and die on our behalf. Anti-Semitic ideology wrongly blames the Jewish people for Yeshua’s death. But the Bible is clear that it was man’s sin that placed Jesus on the executioner’s stake. “Because of oppression and judgment, He was taken away. As for His generation, who considered? For He was cut off from the land of the living, for the transgression of my people ‒ the stroke was theirs. Yet it pleased Adonai to bruise Him. He caused Him to suffer” (Isaiah 53:8, 10a). “His appearance was disfigured more than any man, His form more than the sons of men” (Isaiah 52: 14b). “But He was pierced because of our transgressions, crushed because of our iniquities. The chastisement for our shalom was upon Him, and by His stripes, we are healed” (Isaiah 53:5). “From that time on, Yeshua began to show His disciples that He must go to Jerusalem and suffer many things from the elders and ruling kohanim and Torah scholars, and be killed, and be raised on the third day” (Matthew 16:21). “But letting out a loud cry, Yeshua breathed His last. Then the curtain of the Temple was split in two, from top to bottom. When the centurion, who was standing in front of Him, saw the way Yeshua breathed His last, he said ‘This Man was really the Son of God’” (Mark 15:37‒39). “Was it not necessary for Messiah to suffer these things and to enter into His glory?” (Luke 24:26). Get the "A Rabbi Looks at Jesus of Nazareth" Book With warmth and transparency, Jewish Voice’s own Messianic Rabbi Jonathan Bernis shares a compelling case for Jesus as Messiah and presents overwhelming evidence that can be traced to the Torah itself. Get Product Anointed to Save Yeshua HaMashiach took upon Himself the penalty that we deserve for our sin (Isaiah 53:8). In doing so, He provided for and offered us complete atonement. “The Righteous One, My Servant, will make many righteous and He will bear their iniquities” (Isaiah 53:11b). “We all like sheep have gone astray. Each of us has turned to his own way. So Adonai has laid on Him the iniquity of us all” (Isaiah 53:6). “She will give birth to a son; and you shall call His name Yeshua, for He will save His people from their sins” (Matthew 1:21). “For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life. God did not send the Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through Him” (John 3:16–17). “And it shall be that everyone who calls on the name of Adonai shall be saved” (Acts 2:21). Anointed to Rise Scriptures prophesied that, while God’s Anointed One would suffer and die, He would also rise from the dead. Yeshua HaMashiach did just that. “For You will not abandon my soul to Sheol, nor let Your faithful one see the Pit” (Psalm 16:10). “He was cut off from the land of the living for the transgression of my people… If He makes His soul a guilt offering, He will see His offspring, He will prolong His days, and the will of Adonai will succeed by His hand” (Isaiah 53:8a, 10). “He is not here. He is risen, just as He said! Come see the place where He was lying” (Matthew 28:6). “For I also passed on to you first of all what I also received ‒ that Messiah died for our sins according to the Scriptures, that He was buried, that He was raised on the third day according to the Scriptures, and that He appeared to Kefa [Cephas, or Peter], then to the Twelve. Then He appeared to over five hundred brothers and sisters at one time” (1 Corinthians 15:3‒6a). Anointed to Return At His Second Coming, Yeshua HaMashiach will return as the conquering King foretold in the Hebrew Scriptures. At this time, the Jewish people will recognize Him as their Messiah. “In that day His feet will stand on the Mount of Olives which lies to the east of Jerusalem, and the Mount of Olives will be split in two from east to west, forming a huge valley” (Zechariah 14:4). “Then I will pour out on the house of David and the inhabitants of Jerusalem a spirit of grace and supplication, when they will look toward Me whom they pierced. They will mourn for him as one mourns for an only son and grieve bitterly for him, as one grieves for a firstborn” (Zechariah 12:10). “And then they will see the Son of Man coming in clouds with great power and glory” (Mark 13:26). “Look, He is coming with the clouds, and every eye shall see Him, even those who pierced Him. And all the tribes of the earth shall mourn because of Him. Yes, amen!” (Revelation 1:7). Anointed to Reign After the Messiah returns, God will usher in the long-awaited Messianic age in which Yeshua HaMashiach will reign eternally. “The scepter shall not pass from Judah, nor the ruler’s staff from between his feet until he to whom it belongs will come” (Genesis 49:10). “When your days are done and you sleep with your fathers, I will raise up your seed, who will come forth from you after you, and I will establish his kingdom. He will build a house for My Name, and I will establish his royal throne forever” (2 Samuel 7:12–13). “He shall reign over the house of Jacob for all eternity, and His kingdom will be without end” (Luke 1:33). “Then the seventh angel trumpeted, and there were loud voices in heaven saying, ‘The kingdom of this world has become the kingdom of our Lord and of His Anointed One. And He shall reign forever and ever!’” (Revelation 11:15). Yeshua HaMashiach ‒ Jesus is the Messiah To learn more about how Yeshua HaMashiach fulfilled Messianic prophecies of the Tanakh, click to read “Who is Yeshua HaMashiach?” Discover the astounding mathematical probabilities that one man could fulfill even a small number of the hundreds of prophecies that Jesus did. Get Yeshua's Final Passover DVD In this inspirational DVD, filmed on location in Jerusalem in the Upper Room, Rabbi Jonathan Bernis teaches us how to observe the rich traditions of the Passover Seder — just as Yeshua (Jesus) did with His disciples over 2,000 years ago, known as the Last Supper. ADD TO CART Share this article Recent Blog Posts Spoiler Alert: Israel Knew A new resource to enrich your walk with God Israel Destroys ISIS Terror Cell After Attack SEEKING THE LORD FOR MORE IN MUDANDA! The Good News is delivered ... thanks to YOU! Blog Categories Contact Financial Governance Press Releases Privacy Get Email Updates © 2018, Jewish Voice Ministries UK Site design and build by newmedia

Prayers and Blessings of Messianic Judaism

Skip to main content Toggle navigation Donate Prayers and Blessings of Messianic Judaism Published on July 27, 2018 Prayers and blessings are fundamental to Jewish worship, and therefore to worship in Messianic Judaism as well. The Siddur (SID-dur), the Jewish prayer book, contains prayers and blessings used as liturgy in daily and special services at synagogue. Such liturgy is often misunderstood among Believers who may view standardized prayers as empty ritual. However, with any element of worship – whether prayer, song or Scripture reading – the liturgy is a tool to evoke worship. Worship occurs in the heart. Inherent in any worship service is the risk of distracted participation when we sing, recite and listen without a truly worshipful attitude. The concept of the right mindset for worship is called kavanah (kah-VAH-nah) in Hebrew. It includes three aspects: Directing your heart to focus on what you’re hearing and saying Cultivating a personal experience with God around the content Active worship, as opposed to merely participating in the motions of worship The components of kavanah parallel God’s command to worship Him will all our heart, soul and strength (Deuteronomy 6:5). Jewish prayers and blessings used in Messianic Judaism are intended to awaken genuine, wholehearted worship and praise. Messianic Judaism as a Movement is relatively young and is represented by many congregations throughout the world . As yet, there are no standardized adaptations of traditional Jewish prayers and blessings incorporating faith in Yeshua (Jesus) for Messianic Judaism. Generally, congregations or organizations adopt their own variations. The following are some of the central prayers and blessings within Judaism and Messianic Judaism. The Shema Yeshua mentioned the Shema when referencing the greatest commandment. While it is not literally a prayer or a blessing, the Shema (Sheh-MAH) is the heart and soul of Jewish prayer. It is the declaration of faith for Jewish people. The entire Shema contains three parts: Deuteronomy 6:4‒9, Deuteronomy 11:13‒21, and Numbers 15:37‒41. The first portion includes the Shema and the V’ahavta (V’ah-HAHV-tah). Shema means “hear, listen,” and is the first word of Deuteronomy 6:4. The Shema is spoken at least twice a day by observant Jews, at morning and evening services. Many Jewish people also say it at night before going to bed. The Shema Shema Yisrael, Adonai Elohenu, Adonai Echad. Baruch shem k’vod malchuto l’olam vaed. Hear O Israel! The Lord our God, the Lord is One. Blessed is the name of His glorious kingdom for all eternity. V’ahavta (Veeya-hav-tah) Yeshua also referred to the first verse of the V’ahavta in the context of being part of the greatest commandment (Matthew 22:36‒38). The V’ahavta is found in Deuteronomy 6:5‒9. The Jewish customs of tefillin (the-fih-LEEN) and mezuzahs (meh-ZOO-zot) grew out of obedience to the commands of God contained within the V’ahavta. V’ahavta And you shall love the Lord your God with all your heart with all your soul and with all your might. And these words which I command you today shall be on your heart. And you shall teach them to your children, and speak of them when you sit in your house, and when you walk by the way, and when you lie down and when you rise up. You shall bind them as a sign on your hand and to be as frontlets between your eyes. And you shall write them on the doorposts of your house and on your gates. Aleinu The Aleinu (Ah-LAY-noo) is a prayer recited near the end of every Jewish prayer service. The word “aleinu” means “it is our duty to praise.” The prayer directs the congregants’ hearts to their responsibility as Jewish people ‒ whom God chose and set apart ‒ to praise Him as the Master of all. It expresses gratitude for God’s covenant with the Jewish people and highlights His worthiness of all praise. The Aleinu also looks ahead to the Messianic Age when God restores all things and when “every knee will bow” to Him. Those in Messianic Judaism hear the echo of these same words used by the apostle Paul in referring to Yeshua (Philippians 2:10.) Aleinu It is incumbent upon us to praise the Master of all, to exalt the Creator of the world, for He has made us separate from the nations and unique among the families of the earth. Our destiny is not like theirs; our calling is our task. We bow down and acknowledge before the King of Kings that there is none like Him. For He stretched forth the heavens like a tent and established the earth. Truly there is none like our Lord and King. As the Torah says, “you shall know this day and reflect in your heart that it is the Lord who is God in the heavens above and on the earth beneath, there is none else.” We hope, O Lord our God, to soon behold Your majestic glory when all abominations shall be removed and all false gods shall be at an end. Then shall the world be perfected under the rule of the Lord Almighty and all mankind shall call upon Your name. For to You every knee must bow and every tongue declare that You are God. Reign over us soon and forever. May the kingdom of David’s greater son be established forever. For then shall the words be fulfilled, “the Lord shall be King forever,” and “The Lord shall be King over all the earth; on that day, the Lord shall be One, and His name One.” Get the "Teachings of the Torah" Study the Torah the first five books of the Bible through the eyes of a first-century disciple. “Teachings of the Torah” invites you into the questions, stories, and interpretations that prove the Bible is a living book. Get Product Mourner’s Kaddish The Mourner’s Kaddish (KAH-dish) was not originally written for mourners but later became the traditional prayer to recite after losing a loved one. Surprisingly, it is not a prayer seeking comfort from God. Instead, it praises God acknowledging His greatness and sovereignty. The fact that this particular prayer was adopted for mourning speaks volumes of the Jewish heart of worship and understanding that God deserves our constant praise, even in the midst of loss and suffering. Congregants within Messianic Judaism also embrace the practice of saying the Kaddish when grieving a death. The Mourner’s Kaddish Glorified and sanctified be His great name in the world which He created according to His will. May He establish His kingdom during your lifetime and during the lifetime of all the house of Israel, speedily, yes soon; and say, amen. May His great name be blessed forever and forever eternally. Blessed and praised, glorified and exalted, extolled and honored, adored and lauded be the name of the Holy One. Blessed be He who is high above, far above all blessings and hymns and praises and consolations which are spoken in the world; and say, amen. May there be great peace from heaven and life for us and for all Israel; and say, amen. He who makes peace in the heavenly realms, may He make peace for us and for all Israel; and say, amen. Look for “More Prayers and Blessings of Messianic Judaism” where we’ll take a look at some of the inspiring Jewish blessings for daily life. Share this article Recent Blog Posts Spoiler Alert: Israel Knew A new resource to enrich your walk with God Israel Destroys ISIS Terror Cell After Attack SEEKING THE LORD FOR MORE IN MUDANDA! The Good News is delivered ... thanks to YOU! Blog Categories Contact Financial Governance Press Releases Privacy Get Email Updates © 2018, Jewish Voice Ministries UK Site design and build by newmedia

The Meaning of the Name of Israel

Skip to main content Toggle navigation Donate Hebrew School with Danny Ben Gigi The Meaning of the Name Israel, Yis•ra•el The important names in the Bible are not random. As the story concerning each character unfolds, we learn how closely connected the Hebrew name is to the narrative. All other languages fall short in demonstrating how: The biblical name foreshadows the future of each personality, The Hebrew name both mirrors and substantiates the truthfulness of biblical events and prophecies. Although reading the Bible in English is also perceived by Believers as reading truth, the immediate sense of substantiation, as reflected in the mere Hebrew name, is missing from the non-Hebrew reading experience. This is just one reason why it is so important for every Bible follower to obtain some knowledge of Hebrew. Certainly, it will help you understand Israel better. The most prevalent name in the Bible is Israel. It appears more than 2,500 times in the Old Testament and about 80 times in the New Testament. Israel is also a perfect example of the Name-Fate connection we see frequently in biblical names. The name Israel was first introduced in the Bible in Genesis 32:28: ‘And he said, Your name shall be called no more Jacob, but Israel; for as a prince you have power with God and with men, and have prevailed.’ In fact, the translation: ‘you have power’ is somewhat weak. The Hebrew word that is used in this verse is ‘sa• ri• ta’ It is a past tense verb that comes from the root word ‘Sar.’ Sar is ‘a prince’ or ‘leader,’ but as a verb, such as in this verse, it relates to the main characteristic associated with leadership: fighting. In the verse above, ‘sa• ri• ta’ relates to the biblical verb that means ‘to fight’ or even better, ‘to wrestle.’ In a way, taking the action of a prince, leader, or hero...giving a fight! Say ‘Israel’ out loud, and you won’t miss the sound connection between the two words: ‘Israel’ and ‘wrestle.’ Can you hear the similarity between these two otherwise unrelated words? Now you know the origin of the word ‘wrestle’ and you also know the full meaning of the name Israel: ‘wrestled with God.’ Get the Isaiah 53 Wall Art Package One of the most powerful Messianic passages in the Holy Scriptures is presented in this beautiful, framed piece of art for your wall. An ancient Hebrew manuscript of Isaiah 53:5 is replicated on an aged parchment-like background. ADD TO CART Author Danny Ben Gigi Tags Speaking Hebrew Categories Messianic Judaism Teachings Share this article Related Articles The Gospel To The Jew First Israel Holds the Key to World Redemption We Know That Jesus Loves Kids Bringing Healing, Health, and Hope Restoration Of All Things The Restoration of Israel Update - The Igbo of Nigeria Contact Financial Governance Press Releases Privacy Get Email Updates © 2018, Jewish Voice Ministries UK Site design and build by newmedia