Psalm 33

“Son of Man” can describe an ordinary human being—but when Jesus repeatedly used this title, he was pointing beyond that meaning.

In Daniel 7:13–14, “one like a son of man” approaches God’s throne and receives authority, glory, and an everlasting kingdom.

Jesus was not merely emphasizing his humanity. He was identifying himself with the promised ruler whose authority would extend over every nation.

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Tomorrow is Simchat Torah, and we have reached the final Torah Portion of the annual reading cycle!

I’m sharing it with you a little early today:

Torah Portion #54 — VEZOT HABERAKHAH
Deuteronomy 33:1–34:12

Haftarah
Joshua 1:1–18

Vezot Haberakhah brings us to the end of the Five Books of Moses. We read Moses’ final blessing over the tribes of Israel, his final moments overlooking the Promised Land, and the conclusion of the Torah.

When we began this members series, we joined the Torah reading cycle already in progress. But now something exciting happens:

For the first time, we get to begin the entire cycle together from the very beginning.

Next week, we return to:

Torah Portion #1 — BERESHIT
Genesis 1:1–6:8

From there, Lord willing, we will continue week by week through the entire Torah together.

Thank you for being part of this growing community around the Word of God. I’m looking forward to beginning this new journey with you.

May the Lord continue to deepen our love for His Word as we begin again — “In the beginning…”

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Every sin matters, and every person needs God’s grace. But Scripture does not present every sin as identical in seriousness or consequence.

Jesus spoke of a “greater sin” in John 19:11 and described different degrees of accountability in Luke 12:47–48.

Equal need for forgiveness does not mean that every action causes equal harm.

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“Messiah” was not originally a personal name.

The Hebrew word Mashiach means “anointed one.” In the Bible, priests and kings were anointed with oil when appointed to their calling. Scripture even calls the Persian king Cyrus God’s “anointed” in Isaiah 45:1.

Calling Jesus “the Messiah” is therefore a declaration: he is God’s chosen and anointed King.

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This week’s Torah Portion is now available for our members!

Torah Portion #53 — HA’AZINU
Deuteronomy 32:1–52

Haftarah — Shabbat Shuvah
Hosea 14:2–10; Joel 2:15–27

In Ha’azinu, we read the great Song of Moses — one of Moses’ final messages to Israel, calling the people to remember God’s faithfulness and warning them against turning away from Him.

This is also Shabbat Shuvah, the special Sabbath between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. Its theme is especially fitting: repentance, reflection, and returning to God.

And we are almost at the end of our journey through the Torah! After Ha’azinu, only one Torah Portion remains before we complete the cycle and begin again with Genesis.

I invite you to read along, reflect, and share anything that stands out to you in the comments.

Shabbat Shalom, and may the Lord bless our time together in His Word.

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“I never knew you.”

Why would Jesus say these terrifying words to people who called him “Lord” and claimed to perform miracles in his name?

A new video premieres tonight—and the passage may be more hopeful than it first appears.

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“Eye for eye” was not permission to take personal revenge.

In its original legal context, the principle placed limits on punishment: the penalty could not exceed the harm that had been done. It expressed proportional justice, not uncontrolled retaliation.

This is why Jesus could oppose personal vengeance without contradicting the Torah. He was challenging people who had turned a courtroom principle into an excuse for retaliation.

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When Jesus said, “I never knew you” in Matthew 7:23, he was not speaking about lacking information.

In biblical language, “knowing” someone can describe recognition and relationship. Jesus’ warning is directed at people who invoke his name and even perform impressive works—while continuing to practice lawlessness.

Religious activity is not the same as obedience.

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This week, we have two Torah Portions to read together!

Jewish communities around the world are reading NITZAVIM–VAYELECH, Torah Portions #51 and #52.

As we’ve done with other double portions, I’ve uploaded each one separately so that our members’ library will eventually contain all 54 Torah Portions.

Torah Portion #51 — NITZAVIM
Deuteronomy 29:9–30:20
https://youtu.be/_39n3V3VnFg?si=77SPS...

Torah Portion #52 — VAYELECH
Deuteronomy 31:1–30
https://youtu.be/EkYd6y3Gv-g?si=-nzgJ...

Together, these portions bring us to the final days of Moses’ leadership — renewing Israel’s covenant with God, choosing life and faithfulness, and preparing Joshua to lead the next generation.

I invite you to read both portions with us this week, reflect on what stands out to you, and share your thoughts and questions in the comments.

There’s something very special about knowing that wherever we are in the world, we can gather around the same Scriptures together.

Shabbat Shalom, and may the Lord bless our time in His Word.

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The Hebrew word Torah is better understood as “instruction” or “teaching.” That difference changes the way many passages of Scripture are read.

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