Congregation Of The Living Word, A Messianic Jewish Congregation

Parshat Vayigash:  Joseph and Yeshua; Sufferings and Glories  -  Spanish and English.  The story of Joseph reveals the story of Messiah.  Recorded December 23, 2023. Parshat Vayigash:  Josef y Yeshua; Sufrimientos y Glorias - Español e Inglés.  La historia de Josef revela la historia del Mesías.  Grabado el 23 de diciembre de 2023.

The Plague of Leprosy and the Importance of the Priesthood  -  English and Spanish.  Why is it essential for all of Yeshua's followers to understand the Torah's teaching about the plague of leprosy?  Join us in this intriguing study about the destiny and calling of all Believers!  Recorded December 23, 2023. La Plaga de la Lepra y la Importancia del Sacerdocio - Inglés y Español.  ¿Por qué es esencial para todos los seguidores de Yeshua entender la enseñanza de la Torá sobre la plaga de la lepra?  ¡Únase a nosotros en este intrigante estudio sobre el destino y el llamado de todos los Creyentes!  Grabado el 23 de diciembre de 2023.  

The Fast of Tevet:  The Burnt House  -  English only.  Today, Friday, December 22, 2023, is the Fast of Tevet. We mourn the tragic destruction of the first and second Temples.  In Jerusalem's Jewish Quarter, we see a striking reminder of the tragedy that consumed the city, the Burnt House.  Join us as we explore this archeological testimony to the inferno.  Recorded December 21, 2023.

The Fast of Tevet:  Asking For a Temple  -  English and Spanish.  This Friday, December 22, 2023, is the tenth of Tevet.  It is a day traditionally spent in mourning and fasting over the destruction of the Temples in Jerusalem. The Fast is observed from Friday sunrise to sunset.  Should followers of Yeshua fast on this day?  The Scriptures describe a living Temple being built with living stones. Does God want a physical Temple to be rebuilt? Join us as we examine the importance of both physical and spiritual Temples. This is a rebroadcast of a sermon recorded on January 11, 2020. El Ayuno de Tevet:  Pidiendo un Templo - Inglés y Español.  Este viernes, 22 de diciembre de 2023, es el décimo de Tevet.  Es un día tradicionalmente dedicado al luto y al ayuno por la destrucción de los Templos de Jerusalén. El ayuno se observa desde el amanecer del viernes hasta la puesta del sol.  ¿Deben los seguidores de Yeshua ayunar en este día?  Las Escrituras describen un Templo vivo construido con piedras vivas. ¿Quiere Dios

The Feast of Hanukkah   Part 7:  After The Victory  -  English and Spanish.  What happened in the Book of Maccabees after we rededicated the Temple, and why is it important to know?  This is a translation of a  podcast originally posted December 17, 2023. La Fiesta de Hanukkah Parte 7: Después de la Victoria - Inglés y Español. ¿Qué sucedió en el Libro de los Macabeos después de la rededicación del Templo, y por qué es importante saberlo?  Esta es una traducción de un podcast publicado originalmente el 17 de diciembre de 2023.

Parshat Mikeitz:  The Faith of Joseph -  English only.   When Pharoah demanded that Joseph explain his dreams, Joseph replied confidently that God would provide an interpretation. How could he be so certain that God would do this?  Recorded December 17, 2023.

Parshat Mikeitz:  At The End of Two Full Years -  English only.  How does the opening phrase in the story of Joseph's deliverance illustrate a recurring theme in scripture about the Almighty's attitude toward anniversaries? How does this tie in with this week's upcoming Fast of Tishri?  Join us as we examine a fascinating connection between Joseph's deliverance, the Passover Exodus, The Feast of Purim, the deliverance at Hanukkah, and our observance of the Fast of Tishri!  Recorded December 17, 2023.

The Feast of Hanukkah   Part 7:  After The Victory  -  English only. What happens in the Book of Maccabees after we rededicated the Temple, and why is it important to know?   Recorded December 15, 2023.

The Western Wall  Part 3:  What is The Western Wall  -  English and Spanish.  Millions of people around the globe have heard of the Western Wall. It is one of the most recognized historical sites in the world.  But what exactly is it? Translated from a podcast originally posted on January 27, 2023. El Muro de las Lamentaciones - Parte 3: Qué es el Muro de las Lamentaciones - Inglés y español.  Millones de personas de todo el mundo han oído hablar del Muro de las Lamentaciones. Es uno de los lugares históricos más reconocidos del mundo.  Pero, ¿qué es exactamente? Traducido de un podcast publicado originalmente el 27 de enero de 2023.

The Feast of Hanukkah  Part 6:  The Last Day of Hanukkah  -  English and Spanish.  The eighth day, the last day of Hanukkah, has a special name and is associated with a menorah filled with light. Scripture describes another special light.  This is a rebroadcast of a sermon originally posted on Dec 21st, 2020. La Fiesta de Hanukkah Parte 6: El Último Día de Hanukkah - Inglés y Español.  El octavo día, el último día de Hanukkah, tiene un nombre especial y se asocia con una menorá llena de luz. Las Escrituras describen otra luz especial.  Esta es una retransmisión de un sermón publicado originalmente el 21 de diciembre de 2020.

Parshat Vayetzei:  Stand Firm Although the World Despises Us - Spanish and English.  The world will look down on us for following the Torah and for having the testimony of Yeshua, but we must stand firm, knowing that they do not look down on us but on Yahweh.  Recorded on December 9, 2023. Parshat Vayetzei:  Firmes Aunque el Mundo Nos Menosprecie  - Español e Inglés.  El mundo nos menospreciara por seguir la torah y por tener el testimonio de Yeshua, pero nosotros debemos mantenernos firmes, sabiendo que no nos menosprecian a nosotros, sino a Yahweh.  Grabado el 9 de diciembre de 2023.

Parshat Vayeshev:  Like a Hammer to the Heart  -  Spanish and English.  Our greatest pains that draw us to our knees are our greatest growth moments. There are wounds that can be caused in the physical, but others in the heart. These are life-altering, pivotal moments. We can choose to honor God or gratify the flesh. Joseph chose the former.  Recorded December 9, 2023. Parshat Vayeshev:  Como un martillo al corazón - Español e Inglés.  Nuestros mayores dolores que nos ponen de rodillas son nuestros mayores momentos de crecimiento. Hay heridas que pueden ser causadas en lo físico pero otras en el corazón. Estos son momentos cruciales que alteran la vida. Podemos elegir honrar a Dios o gratificar la carne. José eligió lo primero.   Grabado el 9 de diciembre de 2023.

The Feast of Hanukkah  Part 5:  The Feast of Hanukkah and The Feast of Sukkot  -  English only.   The Feast of Hanukkah has some very close ties with the Feast of Sukkot. Some believe that the Maccabees celebrated Hanukah only as a substitute for Sukkot. They could not celebrate Sukkot a few months earlier that year because they were in the wilderness during the war.  Why do we honor both the Feast of Hanukkah and the Feast of Sukkot?  Join us as we analyze these two festivals!  This is a rebroadcast of a podcast originally recorded on December 11, 2022.  

The Feast of Hanukkah  Part 4:  The Lights of the Menorah Shall Burn Continuously  -  English and Spanish.  Why is it important to kindle the Hanukah lights?   What do the lights represent?  Recorded December 9, 2023. La Fiesta de Hanukkah Parte 4: Las Luces de la Menorah Arderán Continuamente - Inglés y Español.  ¿Por qué es importante encender las luces de Janucá?   ¿Qué representan las luces?  Grabado el 9 de diciembre de 2023.

The Feast of Hanukkah  Part 3:  The Menorah of the Maccabbees  -  English and Spanish.  When King Antiochus captured Jerusalem, he defiled and looted the holy temple. The Maccabees liberated the city and rededicated the House of God. But they faced a dilemma. What do you do if the menorah is missing from the temple?   This is a rebroadcast of a podcast originally recorded on December 24, 2022.   La fiesta de Hanukkah  Part 3:  La Menorah de los Macabeos - Inglés y Español.  Cuando el rey Antíoco capturó Jerusalén, profanó y saqueó el templo sagrado. Los macabeos liberaron la ciudad y volvieron a consagrar la Casa de Dios. Pero se enfrentaron a un dilema. ¿Qué hacer si falta la menorá del templo?  Esta es una retransmisión de un podcast grabado originalmente el 24 de diciembre de 2022.

The Western Wall  Part 2:  The Name of The Western Wall  -  English only and Spanish.  Christians often refer to the Western Wall as the Wailing Wall.  Why don't Jewish people use that title? What do Israelis call the Western Wall?  Join us as we explore the importance of the name of The Wall. Translated from a podcast originally posted on January 20, 2023..  El Muro de las Lamentaciones Parte 2: El nombre del Muro de las Lamentaciones - Inglés y español.  Los cristianos suelen referirse al Muro Occidental como el Muro de las Lamentaciones.  ¿Por qué los judíos no utilizan ese título? ¿Cómo llaman los israelíes al Muro Occidental? Acompáñenos a explorar la importancia del nombre del Muro. Traducido de un podcast publicado originalmente el 20 de enero de 2023.

The Feast of Hanukkah  Part 2:  The Festival of Lights and The Miracle of The Oil -  English only.  This year, 2023, The Feast of Hanukkah begins at sunset on Thursday, December 7th. Why is Hanukkah called the Festival of Lights? There is an ancient legend that the Maccabees only had enough oil to light the Temple menorah for one night. Yet after they lit the lamps, the flames continued to burn for eight nights.  Do we have evidence that this legend is true?  If not, why do we still call this the Festival of Lights? Join us as we explore the history of this celebration! This is a rebroadcast of a December 12, 2022 podcast.  

War in Israel  Part 16:   Pharaoh and the Ceasefire  -  English only.  Why did the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas end so abruptly last week? We find an answer in the story of Pharaoh at the time of the exodus.   Recorded December 5, 2023. . 

Parshat Vayetzei:  Jacob and Leah, Sowing and Reaping, and a Double Portion  -  English only. Jacob was tricked into marrying Leah.  The Scriptures record this story as a warning to us about how we treat others. Recorded December 3, 2023.

Parshat Vayishlach:  Jacob and Text Messaging  -  English only.   Thousands of years before iPhones were invented, did the Torah predict a problem with text messaging?  Join us as we study a lesson for us all contained in this week's parshah!  Recorded December 3, 2023.