This week, David Deikun brings us a teaching that brings together the yearly calendar, Torah portions Lech Lecha and Vayera, the book of Joshua, and an application to Beth Tikkun’s next phase of life. The center of the teaching is Abraham’s role as the prophet who receives the initial “vision” and the importance of refreshing […]
November 10, 2022 in Joshua 2022-2023, Media, Tanakh by Beth Tikkun
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We start out this multi-parsha teaching by pondering two questions related to Abraham…before deciding neither is the right question to be asking! This leads us to a deeper insight into and connection with our first spiritual father. Moving on, we see Abraham’s journey through the lens of the Garden of Eden. Lastly, we look at […]
October 29, 2021 in Media, Torah 5781 (2021-2022) by Beth Tikkun
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Join us as we once again receive instruction from the wonderful book of Second Timothy. In this teaching, we delve into four basic states of the conscience; we ask the question, “How do we achieve a clean and good conscience?” we examine Paul’s list of the major themes in the Word; and we take a […]
April 10, 2020 in 2 Timothy, Apostolic Writings, Media by Beth Tikkun
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As we open up Ephesians 2 this week, we define two more critically important terms: “church” and “aion/olam,” variously translated as “world,” or “age,” or “eternity.” Moving on, we explore a key difference between humanity and the animals. Next, we suggest an important tweak to the common understanding of “salvation by grace through faith.” Finally, […]
November 24, 2019 in Media by Beth Tikkun
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This week we begin a new book of the Bible, Ephesians, sometimes referred to as the “Alps” of the Apostolic Scriptures. As we open this lofty Pauline letter written from prison, we first take some time to clarify several important terms, including “apostle,” “Christ,” and “mystery.” After setting this foundation, we refresh the vital but […]
November 17, 2019 in Apostolic Writings, Ephesians, Media by Beth Tikkun
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This week, we explore within the two short Torah portions of Vayeilech and Ha’azinu, finding much treasure. Our main focus is the two great songs of Scripture, the Song of Moses and the Song of the Lamb. As we consider the Song of Moses, we uncover a fascinating menorah pattern which balances the exodus on […]
October 20, 2019 in Media, Torah 5779, Torah Commentary by Beth Tikkun
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After a brief introduction to the Torah portion, we pause to compare Abraham to Jacob, finding lessons for how God works in our lives according to how He worked in the lives of these patriarchs. We go on to look at the important Hebrew word “Horeb,” the name of the mountain context for God’s revelation […]
December 30, 2018 in Media, Torah 5779, Torah Commentary by Beth Tikkun
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Are Believers today really being asked to “tolerate” the homosexual lifestyle or endorse it? Did God actually tell Abraham to sacrifice his son? These are just two of the many important topics we address in this year’s Parshah Vayeira teaching. The teaching focuses on the two main subjects of homosexuality and escaping the enslavement of […]
October 28, 2018 in Media, Torah 5779, Torah Commentary by Beth Tikkun
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Why is Abraham such a big deal in Scripture? In answering this question, we focus this cycle’s Lech Lecha teaching on the ancient Semitic blood covenant, a pivotal concept for understanding many important biblical events. As we see the blood covenant between God and a man play out over history, we begin to grasp more […]
October 21, 2018 in Media, Torah 5779, Torah Commentary by Beth Tikkun
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This second teaching on the book of Ecclesiastes begins with an outline for chapters 4-6. We go on to take a closer look at a few of the many topics in these chapters which continue to demonstrate the “merely” physical life. In the second half of the teaching, we step away from Ecclesiastes to look […]
July 9, 2018 in Ecclesiastes, Media, Tanakh by Beth Tikkun
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Join us as Dan Remark shares thoughts on the important biblical theme of hospitality. Dan walks us through many biblical examples of hospitality, focusing on the great blessings that come to those who are hospitable. He then focuses on one of the greatest examples of anti-hospitality in the Bible, Nabal. As the fall festivals draw […]
September 3, 2017 in Media, Special Teachings by Beth Tikkun
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Join Beth Tikkun as we continue our Torah Project series. In this lesson, we analyze some important details revealed in the Hebrew of the opening verses. What is the significance of Abraham relocating to Gerar? What does the Torah mean when it commands that we not speak the names of other gods? Then we consider two possible scenarios concerning […]
March 19, 2017 in Genesis, Media, Torah Project by Beth Tikkun
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Join Beth Tikkun as we continue our Torah Project series. In this lesson, we walk through the individual features of the Semitic Blood Covenant and see how the blood covenant between God and Abraham forms the core of nearly everything else that transpires in the Bible. An understanding of this blood covenant is foundational to our study of Scripture. Visuals: Genesis […]
January 15, 2017 in Genesis, Media, Torah Project by Beth Tikkun
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Join Beth Tikkun as we continue our Torah Project series. In this lesson, we analyze the details in the first half of Genesis 15. We discover three steps towards connection with God, how God’s communication with Abraham progressively deepened, and the motive behind Abraham’s odd question concerning proof for God’s promise. We then begin to learn about the Semitic Blood […]
January 8, 2017 in Genesis, Media, Torah Project by Beth Tikkun
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Join Beth Tikkun as we continue our Torah Project series. In this lesson, we consider what a towering figure Abraham is in the Bible. We focus on the five instructions God gave Abraham concerning his journey from Ur to Canaan and consider how these are the foundation of our own walk of faith. We then compare Abraham […]
December 4, 2016 in Genesis, Media, Torah Project by Beth Tikkun
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Join Beth Tikkun as we continue our study of Hebrews. In this study we look at the subject of faith – what it is and how we engage it. We also consider the levels of faith as they are revealed through Abel, Enoch, Noah and Abraham. This teaching’s study Resources: Chapter 11a Visuals
February 23, 2013 in Apostolic Writings, Hebrews, Media by Beth Tikkun
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Join Beth Tikkun as we study Genesis 25 – 27. This teaching’s study Resources: Choose Life! Abraham, Isaac, Jacob Study in Incongruity
April 14, 2009 in Genesis, Media, Tanakh by Beth Tikkun
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Join Beth Tikkun as we study Genesis 23 – 24. This teaching’s study Resources: Wells & Weddings Eliezer
April 1, 2009 in Genesis, Media, Tanakh by Beth Tikkun
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Join Beth Tikkun as we study Genesis 22. This teaching’s study Resources: Love and Torah Living Sacrifice
March 28, 2009 in Genesis, Media, Tanakh by Beth Tikkun
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Join Beth Tikkun as we study Genesis 18 – 19. This teaching’s study Resources: Dots and Details Abraham & Lot
March 14, 2009 in Genesis, Media, Tanakh by Beth Tikkun
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Join Beth Tikkun as we study Genesis 16 – 17. This teaching’s study Resources: Ishmael Circumcision
March 7, 2009 in Genesis, Media, Tanakh by Beth Tikkun
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Join Beth Tikkun as we study Genesis 15. This teaching’s study Resources: Blood Covenant Torch & Oven
March 1, 2009 in Genesis, Media, Tanakh by Beth Tikkun
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Join Beth Tikkun in our study of the epistle of Galatians. This teaching’s study Resources: Abraham – Our Pattern for Faith
December 1, 2007 in Apostolic Writings, Galatians, Media by Beth Tikkun
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