The TŌV Podcast
202 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago - ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsThe TŌV (good) Podcast exists to provide sound Bible teaching with a special emphasis on God's heart and plans for Israel and the Jewish people.
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Sacred Soil: What Does the New Testament Say About the Land?
April 24, 2024 11:00 - 26 minutes - 23.8 MBMany believe the New Testament is silent on the issue of God's land promise to the Jewish people. Is this accurate? Levi Hazen explores several passages that affirm what the Hebrew Bible clearly teaches about the land of Israel.
Believing Jeremiah: Exile & Hope
March 27, 2024 11:00 - 27 minutes - 24.8 MBAmidst the terrible judgment about to befall God’s choice city and people, there is hope. Like a bright light that beams through the darkest night, so are God’s words about Israel’s future, through the prophet Jeremiah. Although Jeremiah’s words were penned over 2,500 years ago, a sad irony exists today. Levi Hazen explores Jeremiah's hope amidst Israel's exile and the irony between Jeremiah's contemporary audience and today's audience.
Hamas, Hezbollah, and Houthi Rebels
March 13, 2024 11:00 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MBFor millennia, Israel and the Middle East have been a hotspot for conflict and war. Who are the current players in the Middle East and how might the current situation relate to Ezekiel’s battle of Gog and Magog?
Why Throw Jesus Off A Cliff?
February 28, 2024 12:00 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MBWhy were Jesus’ townsmen in Nazareth so enraged that they tried to throw Him off a cliff? Levi Hazen offers insights into this Luke 4 passage and the heart issue that drove the crowd to violence.
Was John the Baptist the Prophet Elijah?
February 21, 2024 12:00 - 23 minutes - 21.1 MBIf you've ever experienced a Passover meal, you may remember a special place setting for the Prophet Elijah. Why? Because of God’s promise to send Elijah before the great and awesome day of the Lord (Malachi 4:5-6). However, some people believe that Elijah has already come and there is no need to await a future fulfillment. Did Elijah already come in the form of John the Baptist? In this episode, we seek to bring some clarity to this conundrum.
Nehemiah's Opposition
February 14, 2024 12:00 - 17 minutes - 16 MBSeason 10 of The TŌV Podcast is here! Antisemitism is rising at an alarming rate around the globe. Levi Hazen turns to Nehemiah for several important principles for dealing with antisemitism during these tense times.
Joy to the World
December 13, 2023 12:00 - 19 minutes - 18 MBWritten by Solomon, Psalm 72 cries out to God for a just and righteous ruler. Isaiah 11 continues the narrative, speaking of Israel’s future relationship with her Messiah. One day, peace will reign.
Psalm 83: Dealing With Israel's Enemies
November 29, 2023 12:00 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MBWes Taber and Levi Hazen discuss the Bible's teachings on the enemies of Israel and how we can pray for both Israel and her enemies during these difficult days in the Middle East.
The Rise of the Rebbe: Part Two
November 15, 2023 12:00 - 17 minutes - 16.5 MBIn Brooklyn, New York, Levi and guest Pieter continue their discussion on Menachem Schneerson and what the Jewish Chabad movement believes about atonement and the Messiah.
Who is Schneerson?: The Rise of the Rebbe
November 08, 2023 12:00 - 18 minutes - 17.3 MBMenachem Schneerson became a Messiah-like figure in the Jewish Chabad movement. Learn the context where the Brooklyn Rabbi arrived and was catapulted into fame.
Demystifying the Millennial Kingdom: The Length
November 01, 2023 11:00 - 7 minutes - 6.89 MBMessiah on the throne and Satan bound: In this final installment of the Millennial Kingdom series, we learn exactly how long the future Millennial Kingdom will be!
Demystifying the Millennial Kingdom: The Lifestyle
October 25, 2023 11:00 - 7 minutes - 7.12 MBLong life, gentle carnivores, a peaceful and prosperous Jerusalem. In this episode, we examine several passages that depict life in the Millennial Kingdom!
Demystifying the Millennial Kingdom: The Location
October 18, 2023 11:00 - 6 minutes - 5.59 MBIn this third installment of the series, we cover passages from Zechariah 14, Isaiah 27, and Ezekiel 40–48, which indicate the location and capital of the coming Millennial Kingdom.
Interview from Israel at War: Ashkelon
October 13, 2023 11:00 - 6 minutes - 6.4 MBIsrael is experiencing an unprecedented war. The situation is unfolding rapidly. Our third interview is with Gene, the director of Rescue in Israel (https://www.lifeinmessiah.org/rescue-in-israel), a project of Life in Messiah which ministers to people struggling with addiction in Israel. Gene shares about the ministry in Ashkelon, the state of things in Israel, and how you can pray.
Interview from Israel at War: Tel Aviv
October 12, 2023 12:39 - 8 minutes - 8.21 MBIsrael is experiencing an unprecedented war. The situation is unfolding rapidly. Our second interview is with Tom, Life in Messiah staff in Israel, who serves in a congregation in the Tel Aviv area and works with a rescue mission in Southern Israel. Tom discusses how this conflict has united Israelis, the spiritual aspect of this conflict, and how you can pray!
Interview from Israel at War: Beersheva
October 11, 2023 11:00 - 14 minutes - 13.7 MBIsrael is experiencing an unprecedented war. The situation is unfolding rapidly. Levi Hazen interviews Dov, Life in Messiah staff in Israel, who runs a ministry to the homeless, addicted, and vulnerable in Tel Aviv and Beersheva. Dov describes the atmosphere in Israel and how you can pray.
Demystifying the Millennial Kingdom: The Timeline
October 04, 2023 11:00 - 8 minutes - 7.87 MBIn episode two of our Millennial Kingdom series, join Levi Hazen to explore the Bible passages that place the Millennial Kingdom after the Lord's return but before eternity future.
Demystifying the Millennial Kingdom: The Evidence
September 27, 2023 11:00 - 14 minutes - 12.9 MBOf the two dominant views on the millennial kingdom, one is more plausible than the other. Levi Hazen kicks off a new season of The TŌV Podcast with a survey of what the Bible says about the millennial kingdom and some supporting scriptures for a future, millennial reign of the Messiah on Earth.
Oppenheimer, Hitler & the Race for the A-Bomb
July 19, 2023 11:00 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MBWho was J. Robert Oppenheimer? Jim Melnick joins The TŌV Podcast to discuss the importance of the atomic bomb, WWII, and how Hitler's antisemitic policies led to a German defeat.
Who Is the Prophet Like Moses?
July 12, 2023 11:00 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MBMoses was unique among the prophets – even God said so. Yet, like so much in the Hebrew Bible, he was a prefigure of One yet to come. Discover the parallels between Moses and this future prophet.
What Is the Rainbow Covenant?
July 05, 2023 11:00 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MBA corrupt population, a worldwide disaster, and one righteous man. In this new episode of The TŌV Podcast, revisit the background and implications of the Noahic Covenant.
Inferno: Eight Observations about Hell
June 28, 2023 11:00 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MBHow do the Scriptures actually describe hell? Sometimes it’s hard to separate the biblical picture of hell from its portrayal in pop culture. In this new episode of The TŌV Podcast, review what Jesus said about it.
Hasidic Culture: Faith and Works
June 21, 2023 11:00 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBJacob Gluck explains the theological thinking and practices of Satmar, the Hasidic sect he was raised in. Hear how Satmar thought contrasts with Christianity and learn where Jacob stands now.
Hasidic Culture: An Insider's Perspective
June 14, 2023 11:00 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MBJacob Gluck grew up in a Hasidic sect known as Satmar. He joins The TŌV Podcast for a wide-ranging, two-part interview on Hasidic history, culture, and religious practices and beliefs.
Unveiling the Land Covenant: Understanding Israel's Relationship with the Promised Land
May 31, 2023 11:00 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MBWhat is Israel’s relationship to the Promised Land? In this episode, Levi Hazen offers seven observations about the Land Covenant – a warning and a promise to the Israelites before entering the Land
Tough Bible Questions: Did Jephthah Kill His Daughter?
May 10, 2023 11:00 - 19 minutes - 18.3 MBThe book of Judges is full of unusual stories, including the account of Jephthah and his daughter. In this new episode, Levi Hazen gives five insights on the outcome of Jephthah’s vow.
What is Israel's Staying Power?
April 26, 2023 11:00 - 29 minutes - 27 MBWhat is the source of the Israeli resolve? While tradition, culture, and upbringing certainly contribute to Israeli chutzpah, there are other factors that ensure Israel will play a vital role in the future.
What are the Seven Blackouts?
April 19, 2023 11:00 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MBYou probably remember the plague of darkness that fell on Egypt and the "blackout" when Yeshua (Jesus) died. What about the other "blackouts" prophesied in Scripture?
Embracing the Ordinary
April 05, 2023 11:00 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MBThe church wasn’t always interested in the Great Commission. In this new episode, a story of one man’s dedication to missions challenges us to ask, “Does the Great Commission apply to me?”
Prophecy of the Cornerstone
March 29, 2023 11:00 - 20 minutes - 18.6 MBPsalm 118 is read each year during the Passover Seder. It discusses a Cornerstone that will be rejected by the builders. Examining the passage and other texts makes it clear that Psalm 118 is one of the most important of all prophetic texts.
Reaching Israeli Backpackers
March 15, 2023 11:00 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MB“They come to us knowing that we are believers in Yeshua, and they want to know more.” Learn more as Levi Hazen interviews two members of the Life in Messiah family reaching Israeli backpackers in South America.
Russia & Ukraine: One Year Later
March 08, 2023 12:00 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MBFrom relief workers facing burnout, to the significance of President Biden’s recent visit to Ukraine, former Pentagon analyst Jim Melnick rejoins The TŌV Podcast to discuss the current state of the war in Ukraine.
What Is the One New Man?
March 01, 2023 12:00 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MBEphesians 2 tells us that, prior to Messiah’s first coming, Gentiles were “separate” from Yeshua, “excluded” from Israel, and “strangers” to God’s promises. How does the gospel change things?
Who Is the True Israel?
February 22, 2023 12:00 - 22 minutes - 21 MBWhat did Paul mean when he wrote, “For they are not all Israel who are descended from Israel” (Rom. 9:6)? Host Levi Hazen explores the textual context to bring clarity to this passage.
The Rise & Fall of Future Babylon [Part 2]
February 15, 2023 12:00 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MBContinuing last week’s topic, we learn seven more observations on the future fall of Babylon. How does Revelation carry on the story introduced in Zechariah 5 and Isaiah 13?
The Rise & Fall of Future Babylon
February 08, 2023 12:00 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MBZechariah 5 and Isaiah 13 describe the devastating defeat of Babylon. How do we know they weren’t talking about Babylon’s fall in 539 B.C.? Learn more in this first of a two-part podcast series.
The Necessity of Israel's Rebirth
January 25, 2023 12:00 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MBDoes God have anything to do with modern Israel? Today we explore this question and others as we conclude our series on the rebirth of Israel – and what the Bible has to say about it.
The Rebirth of Israel
January 18, 2023 12:00 - 32 minutes - 30 MBIn 1867, Mark Twain wrote of Israel, “[it] sits in sackcloth and ashes.” How did the Holy Land go on to become one of today’s top countries for economic investment? God might have something to do with it….
5 Hebrew Words To Know
November 23, 2022 12:00 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MBIn this episode, Melissa Briggs joins us to discuss five important Hebrew words that, properly understood, bring the Bible and God's character more clearly into focus.
Biblical Conflict Resolution [Part 2]
November 09, 2022 12:00 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBConflict is a fact of life, whether you avoid it at all costs or consider it the quickest route to resolving issues. It's important to approach relational conflict with a biblical mindset. Join Wes Taber for part two of a discussion on relational principles straight from the Bible.
Biblical Conflict Resolution [Part 1]
November 02, 2022 11:00 - 22 minutes - 20.4 MBConflict is inevitable. It's not a matter of if, but when. Whether we are in conflict with coworkers, neighbors, friends or family, dealing with conflict biblically is vitally important for thriving relationships. In the first of this two part series, Wes Taber lays out eight principles for success when in conflict.
Biblical Conflict Resolution (Part 1)
November 02, 2022 11:00 - 22 minutes - 20.4 MBConflict is inevitable. It's not a matter of if, but when. Whether we are in conflict with coworkers, neighbors, friends or family, dealing with conflict biblically is vitally important for thriving relationships. In the first of this two part series, Wes Taber lays out eight principles for success when in conflict.
Why do the Nations Rage?
October 19, 2022 11:00 - 27 minutes - 25.6 MBIn this live recording, guest Stephen Briggs discusses the moral, political, and religious antisemitism of the nations that provoked God’s judgement in the Minor Prophets.
Russia's Holy War
October 07, 2022 20:10 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MBFormer soviet affairs analyst, Jim Melnick, returns to discuss the rapidly unfolding situation in Ukraine. What is driving Putin, what are his next moves and how is all of this impacting Israel? We discuss all that and more on this episode of The TŌV Podcast.
What is Sukkot?
October 06, 2022 11:00 - 19 minutes - 17.7 MBYearly pilgrimages to Jerusalem, palm fronds, and synagogue services. Family meals under a thatched roof. Join us as we learn about Sukkot – yesterday, today, and tomorrow.
What is Yom Kippur?
September 28, 2022 11:00 - 19 minutes - 18 MBYom Kippur customs have changed over time, but the focus never has. Join us as we explore the texts and discover how Yom Kippur foreshadows the Messiah.
What is Rosh Hashanah and the 10 Days of Awe?
September 21, 2022 11:00 - 13 minutes - 12 MBRosh Hashanah is in the Bible, but it wasn’t always the Jewish new year. Find out the original new year and other facts you may not know in this episode of the TŌV podcast!
Messiah's Multifaceted Return
August 17, 2022 11:00 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MBIn Scripture, Zechariah inspired the people of Israel with confidence in the Messianic hope and God's ultimate plan for them: a spiritual and physical restoration. Join us as we examine the Lord's coming, as described by Zechariah 14, and find confidence and hope in the Messiah's Multifaceted Return.
Bagels and the Gospel part 2
July 20, 2022 11:00 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MBRabbi Barry Rubin continues his interview by sharing his transformative journey of faith – from Reform Judaism, to transcendental meditation, to realizing that Jesus is the Jewish Messiah! Rabbi Rubin is the author of several books, including "You Bring the Bagels I’ll Bring the Gospel." He is also president and publisher of the largest Messianic Jewish publishing and distributing organization in the world and is the Rabbi of Emmanuel Messianic Jewish Congregation in Clarksville, Maryland.
Bagels and the Gospel
July 13, 2022 11:00 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBJoin us as Rabbi Barry Rubin gives a wide-ranging interview on the books he has written, practical ways to engage Jewish friends with the gospel, the Messianic movement, and more! Rabbi Rubin is the author of several books, including "You Bring the Bagels I’ll Bring the Gospel." He is also president and publisher of the largest Messianic Jewish publishing and distributing organization in the world and is the Rabbi of Emmanuel Messianic Jewish Congregation in Clarksville, Maryland.