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Why should a Christian celebrate the biblical festivals?

We’re used to our modern, Americanized calendar with all of the holidays that come with it: Christmas, Easter, Thanksgiving, and more. Yet here, centered around the ancient Hebrew calendar, we find a God who cares about his people so much that he designates seven special events throughout the year so they can rest, remember Him, and enjoy the good life.

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Why is God so different in the old and new testament?

When I started reading the Torah with new eyes, I expected to find a God of vengeance and punishment, yet what I found was a God rich in compassion, mercy, and loving kindness.

We've been duped for centuries by misguided theology.

God's grace in the Hebrew Bible is the same grace that leads to the new covenant.

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What was meant for evil, God planned for good—to save the lives of many people

You may know the story of Jacob’s son Joseph whose brothers hatched a plot to fake his death and sell him into slavery out of their jealous rage.

Over time Joseph makes his way into the Pharaoh of Egypt’s palace. After serving for many years, he is eventually thrown into prison after false accusations of rape. 

While in prison his Father’s gift of dreams has clearly passed onto him, and he accurately interprets the dream of two fellow inmates.

But he is forgotten.

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Practice the ancient way with us

Modern life for all of if its innovation and progress has left us more disconnected, isolated, alone—lacking peace with ourselves and with God.

What if there was an ancient way we could return to? One that resonates with the longing in our souls for a new kingdom. We hope you’ll join us to as we follow the Master together.

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How the spring and fall feasts point to Jesus as Messiah

Over the last few months, my friend Jim and I have been diving in and discussing the significance of the Spring feasts of Israel, mentioned in the Bible in Leviticus 23. As followers of Jesus, you may not realize it, but we come from a rich tradition rooted in Hebrew soil.  Keep reading for a summary of our conversations about the spring feasts and a preview of the upcoming fall feasts.

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A long wait for God’s promises

Let’s face it—nobody likes to wait. In our instant society where you can make an online purchase and find it delivered to your door within hours before ever leaving the couch, the idea of waiting is increasingly foreign. What do you do when God’s promises are taking a while? How can you learn to wait?

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God be with you, mighty warrior!

Like Gideon, sometimes in the midst of suffering and oppression, God reminds us of our true identity and calls us to use our strength for the sake of others.

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There is still reason to hope

In Lamentations, we read of how things are bad and getting worse. Israel is in exile and they have forgotten God, but there’s still reason to have hope.

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