Shema Yisrael Podcasts
224 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 months ago - ★★★ - 17 ratingsWelcome to the podcast of Shema Yisrael in Rochester, NY. We are a Messianic Jewish Congregation that loves Yeshua. The following are a list of the teachings that have been brought to the congregation during our weekly services at 11:30 a.m. If you happen to be in the area you should look us up.
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Does G-d Keep His Promises?
August 15, 2022 00:47What does it mean that G-d's promises are irrevocable? How is the Bible like a puzzle? How is the beginning of the Messianic Movement related to the return of Jewish people to the land of Israel? How are Israeli schools working to bring peace to the Middle East? Messianic Rabbi Ron Goldberg answers these questions and more in this teaching given on August 13, 2022 the 16th day of Av, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.she...
Tisha B'Av Shabbat
August 07, 2022 18:42Why have so many calamities happened to the Jewish people? Why did so many happen on the same day, Tisha B'Av (the 9th of Av)? How have the Jewish people been able to survive these many calamities? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on Tisha B'Av, the 9th of Av, August 6, 2022. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org. Click here to listen to Tisha B'Av Shabbat
Dan David Concert
July 30, 2022 20:44Dan David in concert at Congregation Shema Yisrael in Rocheter, NY. July 30, 2022 the 2nd day of Av, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org Click here to listen to the Dan David Concert
The Full Bowl
July 23, 2022 20:54Was the recent Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe vs. Wade a miraculous answer to your prayers? What happened that showed this decision was an answer to prayer? What does G-d want you to understand from what happened about the power of your prayers? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on July 23, 2022 the 24th day of Tammuz, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org Click here ...
The Rest of Balaam's Story
July 02, 2022 20:34Who gave us the "Ma Toe Vu" blessing recited in synagogues? How did Balaam manage to bring a curse on the Israelites? What is the "curse of the law"? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on July 2, 2022, the 3rd day of Tammuz, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at http://www.shemayisrael.org. Click here to listen to The Rest of Balaam's Story
Ukraine Report
June 18, 2022 20:14What is the latest on the war in Ukraine from an eye witness? How is G-d moving to help the people of Ukraine? How can you help? Pastor Pat LaBarbera answers these questions and more in this teaching given on June 18, 2022 the 19th day of Sivan, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org Click here to listen to Ukraine Report
Roots
June 11, 2022 20:18Why did Isaiah call the Messiah the "root" of Jesse? What is the "rich root" of the Olive Tree in Romans 11? Why does the Bible call covetousness, idolatry and bitterness called roots? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on June 11, 2022 the 12th day of Sivan, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.orgClick here to listen to Roots
Shavuot Empowerment
June 06, 2022 03:09What can be an impediment to being empowered by the Ruakh Ha Kodesh (Holy Spirit)? What was the impediment in Peter's life? Why did Yeshua ask Peter if he loved Him three times? Guest speaker Rabbi Brian Samuel answers these questions and more in this teaching given on Shavuot, June 5, 2022 the 6th of Sivan, 5682. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org. Click here to listen to Shavuot Empowerment
Exploring the Depths of the Ruakh Ha Kodesh
June 04, 2022 20:05What does it mean to be a witness? What was G-d's intent in sending the Ruakh Ha Kodesh (Holy Spirit) to dwell in His people? How does the Ruakh Ha Kodesh's interaction with people differ in the Tenakh and the B'rit Hadashah (New Covenant)? Rabbi David answers these questions and more in this teaching given on June 4, 2022 the 5th day of Sivan, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org Click here to listen to...
What Am I Driven By?
May 28, 2022 22:57Are you driven by anything? Do you find yourself in a battle for your mind sometimes? Do you understand the nature of the mind fight? Do you know what to do when you are being driven by unwanted thoughts? Do you understand how to be victorious over the mind fight so that you can be all that God created you to be? Pastor Tom answers these questions and more in this teaching given on May 28, 2022, the 27th of Iyar, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebo...
The Spirit of the Law
May 21, 2022 22:07What is the full meaning of the Hebrew word Torah? What is the spirit of license? Why did Yeshua call the Ruakh Ha Kodesh (Holy Spirit) by the Greek name paracletos? How is the Ruakh Ha Kodesh like an attorney? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on May 21, 2022 the 20th day of Iyar, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org.Click here to listen to The Spirit of the Law
The Spirit of Lawlessness
May 14, 2022 21:39What is anti-nomian theology? How did it develop out of Replacement Theology? How has anti-nomian theology influenced Bible translations? How have Bible translations influenced by anti-nomian theology affected our society? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on May 14, 2022 the 13th day of Iyar, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org Click here to listen to The Spirit of Lawlessn...
The Heart of a Mother
May 08, 2022 17:52What do we learn about mothers from the name Adam gave to Eve? How is abortion a negation of the meaning of Eve's name? What words of encouragement does the Ruakh Ha Kodesh (Holy Spirit) have for mothers who had abortions, or miscarriages, or have given up a baby for adoption? Rabbi David answers these questions and more in this teaching given on May 7th, 2022, the 6th day of Iyar, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.she...
Barriers to Love
April 30, 2022 22:34Why does God command us to love Him with all we have? What keeps people from loving Him that way? What two Greek philosophies teach against having a passionate loving relationship with G-d? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on April 30, 2022 the 29th day of Nissan, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org Click here to listen to Barriers to Love
A Living Love
April 24, 2022 02:42Why is the resurrection of Yeshua important to your ability to have victory over sin? How important is it to have a personal relationship with the Lord? What can keep you from having a loving relationship with Yeshua? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on April 23, 2022, the 22nd day of Nisan, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org Click here to listen to A Living Love
Resurrection at the Red Sea
April 17, 2022 20:45What happened on the same day on G-d's calendar, at the same time of day, as Yeshua's resurrection? What is the connection between these two miracles of G-d? What enemy was destroyed by the Red Sea? What enemy was destroyed during the time between Yeshua's crucifixion and resurrection? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on April 17, 2022, the 16th day of Nisan, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website ...
Khametz
April 09, 2022 19:55What is khametz and why is it not to be found in our Jewish homes during Passover? How do the Jewish traditions concerning matzah point to Yeshua as Messiah? How did Yeshua use the traditions concerning khametz to teach His disciples and us? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on April 9, 2022 the 8th day of Nissan, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org. Click here to listen t...
The Propagation Of Evil
April 02, 2022 20:21What is evil? How does evil spread? What are the consequences of evil? What is the remedy for evil? Pastor Tom answers these questions and more in this teaching given on April 2, 2022 the 1st day of Nissan, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org Click here to listen to The Propagation Of Evil
The Origin of Evil
March 27, 2022 20:08If G-d is good and all powerful why does evil exist in the world? Why hasn't G-d removed all evil from this world? How does G-d's gift of free will require that evil exist? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on March 26, 2022 the 23rd day of Adar II, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org. Click here to listen to The Origin of Evil
Purim Providence, Integrity and Uprightness
March 20, 2022 18:30What is the Biblical meaning of providence? How does the book of Esther reveal G-d's providential involvement in the lives of human beings? What response to providential circumstances in your life is required to fulfill your destiny? Rabbi David answers these questions and more in this teaching given on March 19, 2022 the 16th day of Adar II, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org Click here to listen to Purim ...
Esther's Fast
March 12, 2022 21:18What role did Queen Esther's call for fasting have in the deliverance of the Jewish people from annihilation? What are the purposes of prayer and fasting? What kind of fast is acceptable to G-d? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on March 12, 2022 the 9th day of Adar II, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org. Click here to listen to Esther's Fast
Deeper Love
March 05, 2022 20:05Do you love G-d? If so do you care about G-d's feelings? How can you know what G-d is feeling? How can you bring joy to G-d? How can you cause G-d to have negative feelings? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on March 5, 2022 the 2nd day of Adar II, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org. Click here to listen to Deeper Love
Women's Group on Fear
March 01, 2022 20:44Do you struggle with fear and anxiety? Do you feel that there is too much fear in the world these days? Are you looking for ways to deal with and remove fear's influence from your life? In this teaching, Rebbetzin Diane and Elizabeth talk about their own struggles with fear, and share the things that God has shown them in their journey overcoming fear. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org Click here to listen t...
Victory Over Fear
March 01, 2022 20:26Do you struggle with fear and anxiety? Do you feel that there is too much fear in the world these days? Are you looking for ways to deal with and remove fear's influence from your life? In this teaching, Rebbetzin Diane and Elizabeth talk about their own struggles with fear, and share the things that God has shown them in their journey overcoming fear. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org Click here to listen t...
Lost and Found
February 26, 2022 22:56Does God have feelings? What do people do to cause Him to have negative feelings? What do we do to cause Him to have positive feelings? What does "the joy of the Lord is your strength" mean in context? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on February 26, 2022 the 25th day of Adar 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org Click here to listen to Lost and Found
Godly Fellowship
February 19, 2022 21:52What did Yeshua warn us would happen if we chose to follow Him? What is godly fellowship? Why is godly fellowship important to you? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on February 19, 2022, the 18th day of Adar, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrae.org Click here to listen to Godly Fellowship
Hearts Ablaze Through Biblical Prophesy
February 13, 2022 01:41How has Israel's blessing of his son Y'hudah been fulfilled? How does the fulfillment of Biblical prophesy strengthen your faith? How is the Messianic Movement participating in the fulfillment? Rabbi David answers these questions and more in this teaching given on February 12, 2022 the 11th of Adar, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org Click here to listen to Hearts Ablaze Through Biblical Prophesy
Just Before the Dawn
February 06, 2022 01:53What is the difference between patience and perseverance? Why is perseverance important? What happens if you don't have perseverance? How does your perseverance grow? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on February 5, 2022, the 4th of Adar, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org Click here to listen to Just Before the Dawn
What Am I Following
January 30, 2022 00:05Are you careful about what you follow? Do you know the dangers of following the things of the world? How can you tell if what you are following is acceptable to God? When is it OK to follow your flesh? What must you do to be a true follower of Yeshua? Pastor Tom answers these questions and more in this teaching given on January 29, 2022, the 27th day of Shevat, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org Click here...
In Him
January 23, 2022 22:07What does the Bible mean when it says you are "in Messiah"? What about "in the Father" or "in the Spirit"? Why would you want to be "in" one of these? How do you get "in" one of these and stay there? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on January 22, 2022, the 20th of Shevat, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org Click here to listen to "In Him"
Cleansed For Service
January 16, 2022 15:17What did Yeshua mean when He told His talmidim (disciples) that they were already clean? How were they cleansed? Why is it important for followers of Yeshua to know they are already clean? David Levitt answers these questions and more in this teaching given on January 15, 2022 the 13th of Shevat, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org. Click here to listen to Cleansed For Service
Birth Pains
January 09, 2022 04:12Why did Yeshua say life in the "end times" will be similar to what it is like when a woman goes through the pain of contractions before giving birth? Because of that similarity what are we to expect will happen? What will be birthed from this time of going through birth pains? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on January 8, 2022, the 6th of Shevat, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemay...
God's Gifts
January 08, 2022 22:51What gifts has G-d given you? Have you received G-d's most important gift? Why do you need a gift from G-d to receive this most important gift? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on December 25, 2021 the 22nd day of Teves, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org Click here to listen to God's Gifts
Have You Built An Altar?
January 08, 2022 22:50What is an altar? How important are altars in the Tenakh? Have you built any altars? Are your altars built for G-d or for something else? Mark Stone answers these questions and more in this teaching given on January 1, 2022 the 28th day of Teves, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org Click here to listen to Have You Built An Altar?
In the Midst of Judgment
December 19, 2021 20:24Have the nations of the world brought judgment upon themselves? What did G-d do when judgment came upon Egypt in the time of Joseph and in the time of Moses? How does understanding what G-d did in those times help us get through the times we are living in today? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on December 18, 2021 the 14th day of Teves, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or our website at www.shemayisrael....
Prayer Partners
December 12, 2021 15:05How were the times of the Maccabees very similar to our times? What does it mean to be the salt of the Earth? Why should you have a prayer partner? What should you look for when you are looking for a prayer partner? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on December 11, 2021 the 8th of Teves, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org. Click here to listen to Prayer Partners
The Real Chanukkah Miracle
December 05, 2021 18:56Aside from Messiah being conceived without the involvement of a male, why was His conception such a great miracle? What Biblical clues lead to the highly probable conclusion that the Messiah was conceived during Chanukkah? How does His being conceived during Chanukkah confirm one of His titles? If He was conceived during Chanukkah when would He have been born? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this message given on December 4, 2021, the 30th day of Kislev, 5782. To learn mor...
Chanukkah in the Spirit
November 29, 2021 01:32How does G-d give direction by speaking into your thoughts? How can you differentiate the thoughts that G-d gives you from other thoughts? How can your perception of your own peace guide you in following the leading of the Ruakh Ha Kodesh (Holy Spirit)? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on November 27, 2021, the 23rd day of Kislev, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org Click...
Flesh, Spirit and Mind
November 22, 2021 00:13According to the scriptures, what is the meaning of "flesh"? What is the meaning of "spirit"? What role does the human mind play in directing us to follow the "flesh" or the "spirit"? Pastor Tom answers these questions and more in this teaching given on November 20, 2021, the 16th of Kislev, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org. Click here to listen to Flesh, Spirit and Mind
The Importance of Fathers
November 14, 2021 02:19What is the root cause of the chaos we are experiencing in our city and in other cities in America? Why are fathers important? What can fathers do that governments cannot do? David Levitt of Be In Health answers these questions and more in this teaching given on November 13, 2010 the 9th of Kislev, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org Click here to listen to The Importance of Fathers
He Sent His Word and Healed Them
November 06, 2021 21:59How does G-d send His Word to heal people? What does the scripture mean that says the G-d has magnified His Word over all His name? How does praying to the Father in Yeshua's name make our prayers powerful? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on November 6, 2021 the 2nd of Kislev, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website. Click here to listen to He Sent His Word and Healed Them
Paga Prayer
October 30, 2021 20:58What are the multiple meanings of the Hebrew word "paga"? How do these meanings apply to prayer? What is the distinguishing characteristic of a true intercessor? Messianic Rabbi Ron Goldberg answers these questions and more in this teaching given on the 20th of October, 2021 the 24th day of Cheshvan, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org. Click here to listen to Prayer Insighs
Overcoming Fear
October 23, 2021 23:13What are the three kinds of fear? According to the Bible, what is fear? What casts out fear? What is G-d's command to us regarding fear? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on October 23, 2021, the 17th day of Cheshvan, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org Click here to listen to Overcoming Fear
In Everything Give Thanks
October 16, 2021 19:40Does Bible tell you to give thanks "for" everything or "in" everything? Why is the difference important? What are you supposed to give thanks for when you are going through difficult trials? How does gratitude effect your relationship with G-d? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on October 16, 2021 the 10th day of Cheshvan, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org Click here to ...
The Bible on Simchat Torah
October 10, 2021 01:28How does study of the Bible effect your life? How does the Bible guide us in following God's plan for our lives? How does the Bible bring about change in our lives? Elizabeth Appel answers these questions and more in this teaching given on Simchat Torah, October 2, 2021, the 26th day of Tishrei, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org Click here to listen to The Bible on Simchat Torah
Receiving G-d's Love
October 10, 2021 01:27Why is it important to experience G-d's love? What stops us from receiving G-d's love? What helps us to receive G-d's love? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on October 9, 2021, the 3rd day of Cheshvan, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org Click here to listen to Receiving God's Love
Your Sukkot Journey
September 27, 2021 00:53Life is a journey. Was Mt. Nebo the end of Moses journey? Will your journey get you to where you want to go? Where is the only place you can get true direction for the journey you are on? Elder Judith Benhamou answers these questions and more in this teaching given on September 25, 2021 the 19th day of Tishrei, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org Click here to listen to Your Sukkot Journey
The Awe of Adonia
September 26, 2021 21:48Have you recognized the Awe of Adonai (the LORD)? What is the significance of the number of this new year on the Jewish calendar of 5782? What is G-d's plan for us this coming year? Mark Stone answers these questions and more in this teaching given on Yom Kippor, September 16, 2021 the 10th day of Tishrei, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org. Click here to listen to The Awe of Adonai
Sukkot Brings Hope
September 18, 2021 21:50Why do we expect the Yeshua's Millennial Reign to begin on Sukkot? Why is His Millennial Reign our greatest hope for this world? Why hasn't His Millennial Reign come yet? What are we, Yeshua's followers supposed to do while waiting for His Millennial Reign to come? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on September 18, 2021, the 12th day of Tishrei, 5782. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayis...