Mishpatim – Ordinances          Exodus 21:1-24:18

Parasha Mishpatim is an illustration of YHVH's view that there is not two-parts to a man nor separation between a person's secular life and his religious life.  Just as the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit are the three entities of one (echad) God, so is man, one man.  And yet today, the majority of society has been deceived into believing that they can be a different person and act one way in business and another on Shabbat (or Sunday, if that is still your belief system).  YHVH says - not so.

Yithro - Jethro  Exodus 18:1-20:26

The past several weeks the book of Exodus revealed YHVH’s plan of redemption.  As we study this parashot we begin to transition from YHVH’s deliverance to what was expected of the people in becoming the betrothed of a Holy God.   It is a loud and clear message for today's believers who are bought by the blood of the lamb, Yeshua.

Beshalach - When he let go
Exodus 13:17-17:16

Let us not let the familiarity of this parasha dull our perception of the significance of these scriptures to our lives.  We must remember that this is all part of the picture for God’s salvation plan and is repeatedly reminding us of God’s presence and provision.  We, who live in the "last days" need to grab hold of these truths to arise and shine in the midst of the prophesied difficulties ahead.

Bo – Go   Exodus 10:1 – 13:16

In this week’s parashah we read about the last three plagues upon Egypt – locusts, darkness and death of Egypt’s firstborn.  While the awesomeness of YHVH’s miracles and process of deliverance should be ever present in our being, we again must focus what the Ruach is telling those of us who live in these end times.

Va’eira – I Appeared                     Exodus 6:2-9:35

The knowledge of the next two parashah are among the most well known bible stories of all time. However, the story, mysteries and instructions of YHVH contained in these two accounts are vast and full of the main plot – redemption – and sub plot upon sub plot of repentance instructions, overcoming the deities of the land, characteristics of YHVH, Moses’ change, and Israel’s separation from YHVH’s judgments.

Shemot - Names Exodus 1:1-6:1

In our study of the Torah, the patterns, shadows, and types give understanding so that we might encourage each other, understand the ways of YHVH and discern their instructions for our day as brought to light by the Holy Spirit.  As we consider the parallels between the story of Exodus and our day under the blood covenant of our Messiah, it becomes more and more clear that our “redemption draweth nigh.”  (Luke 21:28)   Study the enemies' tactics and YHVH's ways in preparing His called out ones.

Vayechi – And he lived.  And Jacob lived in the land of Egypt seventeen years: so the whole age of Jacob was an hundred forty and seven years. (Genesis 47:28)  In this Torah review let us consider the lessons we can learn from the blessings of all the tribes. 

Vayigash: He Drew Near
Genesis 44:18-47:27

In the closing chapters of the Joseph account we see the prophetic expression of Messiah’s ministry toward Ephraim and a willingness to give his life in exchange for Benjamin’s charge of sin.  It is a story with so many analogies; there can be no doubt of its significance to the Christian and Jew alike.  And yet, after centuries of waiting, the Jews missed the Messiah they were looking for because they were looking more for Messiah ben David the conquering king, than Messiah ben Joseph, the suffering servant.  Can Yeshua’s disciples avoid the same veil when He returns as king?

Miketz – At the end
Genesis 41-44:17

This is the continuing unfolding of Joseph's forshadow of Yeshua's first advent as Messiah Ben Joseph, the suffering Savior.  From Joseph's example we not only see Christ, but also the persons we are called to be as Messiah Yeshua's disciples.

Vayeshev And He Dwelt - Genesis 37:1- 40:23

We live in a time when many religious and even secular voices believe we are on the threshold of a worldwide food shortage, economic collapse, wars and all manner of disaster and impending judgment.  Today’s parashah is once again a clarion call to G_d’s people to know and place their trust in their G_d to make provision for them in times of great trial.