Congregation of the Living Word, a Messianic Jewish Congregation

Parshat Balak:  Be The Donkey  -  English only.  In a showdown between a king, a prophet, and a talking donkey, guess which one actually listened to God—and why that’s the one we should imitate.   Recorded July 12, 2025.

The Three Weeks Of Mourning Through The Eyes Of Jeremiah  Part 8  -  Only The God Of The Hills? -  English and Spanish.  What should we do when we feel that we are under attack?  The same thing that we should have done when the Babylonians attacked Solomon's Temple!  Recorded July 12, 2025.  This year, 2025, the Three Weeks of Mourning begins with the fast of the fourth month on July 13, 2025. This is a partial fast, so we refrain from food and drink during the daylight hours of Sunday July 13.  

Las Tres Semanas De Luto A Través De Los Ojos De Jeremías P...

The Three Weeks Of Mourning Through The Eyes Of Jeremiah  Part 7  -  Why Do We Fast On The 17th Of Tammuz? -  English only.  Why do we begin our mourning on this day? What happened on the 17th day of the fourth month?    This is a rebroadcast of a sermon originally recorded July 21, 2024.  This year, 2025, the Three Weeks of Mourning begins with the fast of the fourth month on July 13, 2025. This is a partial fast, so we refrain from food and drink during the daylight hours of Sunday July 13.  

The Western Wall  Part 15:  The Western Wall Tunnel  -  English and Spanish.  The Kotel is 1600 feet long, but we only see a few hundred feet of the wall.  Where is the rest of the Western Wall?  Join us on an adventure as we explore the Western Wall Tunnel! Recorded July 6, 2025, this an updated version with translation of a podcast originally recorded April 28, 2023. 

El Muro Occidental - Parte 15: El túnel del Muro Occidental  - Inglés y español.  El Kotel tiene 1600 pies de largo, pero sólo vemos unos pocos cientos de pies.  ¿Dónde está el resto del Muro O...

Parshat Chukat:  The Red Heifer And The Water Of Separation  -  English only.  The mysterious ceremony of the red heifer involves more than just the ashes of the cow. In fact, the whole Torah portion hints at a deeper meaning!  July 5, 2025.

The Three Weeks Of Mourning Through The Eyes Of Jeremiah  Part 6:   The Chronology  -   English only.  The destruction of Solomon's Temple is recorded in the last chapter of the Book of Jeremiah and of the Book of 2 Kings, and of the Book of 2 Chronicles. But the dates listed in these chapter's do not agree with the traditional days of mourning. In fact, the three chapters seem to disagree with each other.  Is there an explanation for the differences?   This is a rebroadcast of a sermon originally recorded July 7, 2024.  This year, 2025, the Three Weeks of Mourning begins with the fast of the four...

Two Minutes in The Proverbs: Worse than a Fool!  -  English only.  Solomon warned about the sad fate of those who spend their lives acting foolishly. But he also warned us about those who are in a worse state!  Based on Proverbs 26:12.  Recorded May 2, 2025.

Parshat Korach:  The Prophet Samuel And Korach's Sin  -  English only.  How is Korach's sin related to Samuel the prophet?  This is a translation of the podcast posted on June 30, 2025. Recorded June 28, 2025.

Parshat Korach:  The Prophet Samuel And Korach's Sin  -  Spanish only.  How is Korach's sin related to Samuel the prophet?  Recorded June 28, 2025.

Parshat Koraj: El profeta Samuel y el pecado de Koraj - sólo en español.  ¿Cómo se relaciona el pecado de Koraj con el profeta Samuel?  Grabado el 28 de junio de 2025.

The Three Weeks Of Mourning Through The Eyes Of Jeremiah  Part 5:  The Destruction Of The Temple And The Destruction of Marriages  -  English and Spanish.  The Scriptures show that marriage is associated with the Messiah. Marriage is also related to the destruction of the Temple, but in a very negative way.  Recorded June 28, 2025.  This year, 2025, the three weeks of mourning begins with the fast of the fourth month on Sunday, July 13, 2025.

Las Tres Semanas De Luto A Través De Los Ojos De Jeremias Parte 5: La Destrucción Del Templo Y La Destrucción De Los Matrimonios - Inglés y...

Two Minutes In The Proverbs:  Real Heroes  -  English and Spanish.   Many people dream of being fictional superheroes. Yet Solomon described modern-day champions that are real...and you and I can become one of those heroes!  Based on Proverbs 16:32.  This an updated version with translation of a podcast originally recorded April 21, 2022. 

Dos Minutos En Los Proverbios:  Héroes Reales - Inglés y Español.   Muchas personas sueñan con ser superhéroes de ficción. Sin embargo, Salomón describió a campeones modernos que son reales... ¡y tú y yo podemos convertirnos en uno de esos héroes!  Basado en P...

The Three Weeks Of Mourning Through The Eyes Of Jeremiah  Part 4:  Parshat Shelach And The Punishment Of Joshua, Caleb And Jeremiah  -  English only.  On Tisha B'Av, Joshua and Caleb were punished with the whole nation. Why? These two men tried to persuade the nation to obey God!  June 21, 2025.  This year, 2025, the three weeks of mourning begins with the fast of the fourth month on Sunday, July 13, 2025.

The Three Weeks Of Mourning Through The Eyes Of Jeremiah  Part 3:  Parshat Shelach, As You Have Spoken  -  English only.   On Tisha B'Av, we listened to the evil report of the ten spies and refused to enter the promised land. The result? A generation of people died in the forty years we spent in the wilderness. Why did we receive that punishment and what lesson can we learn from it today?   June 21, 2025.  This year, 2025, the three weeks of mourning begins with the fast of the fourth month on Sunday, July 13, 2025.

The Three Weeks Of Mourning Through The Eyes Of Jeremiah  Part 2:  The Fast Of Tammuz And Rebuilding The Walls Of Jerusalem  -  English and Spanish.  We fast on the 17th day of the fourth month of the Hebrew calendar because on that day, 2000 years ago, the Romans breached the walls of Jerusalem.  Three weeks later, they burned the House of God to the foundations. The Babylonians also breached the walls in the fourth month, 600 years before the Romans, and burned down the Temple. What can we do about these great tragedies?  The Scriptures provide details of a lesson for all of...

War In Israel  Part 37:  Day 622 Iran Bombs Hospital In Beersheva  -  English only.  Iran hit the biggest hospital in southern Israel, but God miraculously saved His people! Recorded June 19, 2024.

The Three Weeks Of Mourning Through The Eyes Of Jeremiah  Part 1:  The Destruction Of The Temple, And The Death Of Messiah  -  English And Spanish.   As we prepare for the three of mourning, we need to consider a question. How does the crucifixion relate to  the destruction of the Temple?  Recorded June 14, 2025.  This year, 2025 the three weeks of mourning begins with the fast of the fourth month on July 13, 2025. 

Las Tres Semanas De Luto A Través De Los Ojos De Jeremías Parte 1: La Destrucción Del Templo, Y La Muerte Del Mesías - Inglés Y Español.  ...

Facing A Crisis  -  English only. There is a saying that facing a crisis can reveal our true self...for the better or the worse!  Recorded March 3, 2025.

The Spirit Of Elijah And The Attacks Of Satan  -  English only.  The Scriptures prophesied of Elijah's return and the Scriptures also speak of the Adversary's opposition to the prophet's mission.  Recorded May 22, 2025.

The Journey To The Feast Of Shavuot  Part 14:  Witnesses In The Book Of Ruth  -  English and Spanish.  Witnesses  testify of things which they have seen or heard. But can the Almighty use witnesses in an even more powerful way? Join us as we look for an answer in the Book of Ruth!  Recorded on the Feast of Shavuot, June 8, 2025.  

El Viaje A La Fiesta De Shavuot Parte 14: Testigos En El Libro De Rut - Inglés y Español.  Los testigos dan testimonio de cosas que han visto u oído. Pero, ¿puede el Todopoderoso utilizar a los testigos...

The Journey To The Feast Of Shavuot  Part 13:  Remember This Day  -  English and Spanish. The Almighty commanded us to remember the day that we stood before Him at Mount Sinai. What exactly does He want us to remember? Recorded on Chag Shavuot, June 8, 2025.  

El Viaje A La Fiesta De Shavuot Parte 13: Recuerda Este Día - Inglés y Español. El Todopoderoso nos ordenó recordar el día en que estuvimos ante Él en el Monte Sinaí. ¿Qué es exactamente lo que Él quiere que recordemos? Grabado en Jag Shavuot, 8 de junio de 2025.

The Journey To The Feast Of Shavuot  Part 12:  Shavuot And Prophecy  -  English and Spanish. The Feast of Shavuot reveals many deep spiritual lessons. One of them is a prophecy for our children!  Join us as we explore this incredible theme!  This is a rebroadcast of a sermon originally posted June 29, 2020. This year, 2025, we will celebrate the Feast of Shavuot on Sunday, June 8, 2025.

El Viaje A La Fiesta De Shavuot  Parte  12: Shavuot Y La Profecía - Inglés y Español. La Fiesta de Shavuot revela muchas lecciones espirituales profundas. ¡Una de ellas es una profecía para nuestr...

The Journey To The Feast Of Shavuot  Part  11:  Wherever You Go  -  English and Spanish.  Explore the tradition of the 5 scrolls, the 5 megillot, as we study the most epic phrase in the Book of Ruth.  Ruth's heartfelt declaration changed the course of the history of the world! This a a rebroadcast of sermon originally recorded on April 29, 2023. 

El Viaje A La Fiesta De Shavuot Parte 11:  Dondequiera que vayas - Inglés y español.  Explore la tradición de los 5 rollos, las 5 megillot, mientras estudiamos la frase más épica del Libro de Rut. ¡La sincera declaración de Ruth cambió...

Parshat Bamidbar: From Judgement to Redemption - Spanish only. Join us as we explore how the Scriptures reveal the consequences of sin, the impact of betrayal, and the redemptive mercy of Yahweh. Recorded May 31, 2025. This is a translation of the podcast that was posted on June 2, 2025. 

Parshat Bamidbar:  Del Juicio a la Redención - sólo en español.  Acompáñenos a explorar cómo las Escrituras revelan las consecuencias del pecado, el impacto de la traición y la misericordia redentora de Yahweh. - Sólo en español.  Grabado el 31 de mayo de 2025.  Esta es una traducc...

Parshat Bamidbar: From Judgement to Redemption - English only. Join us as we explore how the Scriptures reveal the consequences of sin, the impact of betrayal, and the redemptive mercy of Yahweh. Recorded May 31, 2025

The Journey To The Feast Of Shavuot  Part10:  The Feast Of The Harvest  -  English and Spanish. The Almighty gave Chag Shavuot, The Feast of Weeks, another name. What is this title and why was it chosen?   Recorded May 31, 2025. This year, 2025, we will celebrate the Feast of Shavuot on Sunday, June 8, 2025.

The Journey To The Feast Of Shavuot Part 9:  Chanting Megillat Ruth  -  The Book of Ruth is traditionally chanted at the Pentecost. Join as as we experience a bit of this beautiful tradition!  Originally posted June 29, 2020. This year, 2025, we will celebrate the Feast of Shavuot on Sunday, June 8, 2025.

The Journey To The Feast Of Shavuot  Part 8:  Why Do We Read The Book of Ruth?  -  English and Spanish.  The book of Ruth is read at Pentecost - the Feast of Weeks. Why? We briefly examine twenty-five reasons. This is a rebroadcast of an April 30, 2021 sermon from our archives.  This year, 2025, we will celebrate the Feast of Shavuot on Sunday, June 8, 2025.

El viaje a la Fiesta de Shavuot Parte 8: ¿Por qué leemos el Libro de Rut?  - Inglés y español.  El libro de Rut se lee en Pentecostés, la Fiesta de las Semanas. ¿Por qué? Exami...

Parshat BeHar BeChukotai:  Dios Quiere Fruto - sólo en español.  Las Escrituras se refieren a nosotros como arrendatarios en la tierra de Dios. ¿Qué espera Él de Sus inquilinos?  Esta es una traducción del comentario de la Torá grabado el 24 de mayo de 2025, que fue publicado originalmente el 26 de mayo de 2025.

Parshat BeHar BeChukotai:  God Wants Fruit  -  Spanish only.  The Scriptures refer to us as tenants in God's land. What does He expect from His tenants?  This is a translation of the Torah commentary recorded on May 24, 2025, which was originally posted on May 26, 2025.

Parshat BeHar BeChukotai:  God Wants Fruit  -  English only.  The Scriptures refer to us as tenants in God's land. What does He expect from His tenants?  Recorded May 24, 2025.

Jerusalem Day:  Jerusalem In The Scriptures  -  English only.  Today, we celebrate the reunification of Jerusalem after the Six-Day War. The Scriptures speak about Jerusalem often and show how close the city is to God's heart. This is a rebroadcast of a podcast originally posted on May 11, 2021. This year, 2025, Jerusalem Day is celebrated beginning at sunset May 25, 2025 till sunset on May 26.

Jerusalem Day And The Temple Mount  -  English only.   Today, we celebrate the 1967  reunification of the city of Jerusalem.  The liberation of the Temple Mount was thrilling but the final result was totally unexpected!  This is a rebroadcast of a podcast recorded on Jerusalem Day, May 24, 2022. This year, 2025, Jerusalem Day is celebrated beginning at sunset May 25, 2025 till sunset on May 26.

The Journey To The Feast Of Shavuot  Part 7:  Sharing Your Witness at Shavuot-  English and Spanish.  Be a witness is one of the major themes of the Feast of Pentecost. But what does that mean for us today?  Recorded May 24, 2025.  This year, 2025, we will celebrate the Feast of Shavuot on Sunday, June 8, 2025.

El Viaje A La Fiesta De Shavuot Parte 7: Compartir Su Testimonio en Shavuot- Inglés y Español.  Ser testigo es uno de los temas principales de la Fiesta de Pentecostés. Pero, ¿qué significa eso para nosotros hoy?  Grabado el 24 de mayo de 2025.  Este año, 2025, cele...

The Journey To The Feast Of Shavuot  Part 6:  Ruth The Stranger  -  English and Spanish.  Ruth called herself a stranger, but her ancestry revealed something even more troubling. What is the solution for Ruth when it appears that she has no hope?  This is a rebroadcast of a sermon recorded on Chag Shavout, Pentecost, May 23, 2021. This year, 2025, we will celebrate the Feast of Shavuot on Sunday, June 8, 2025.

El Viaje A La Fiesta De Shavuot Parte 6:  Rut La Forastera - Inglés y Español.  Rut se llamaba a sí misma forastera, pero su ascendencia revelaba algo aún más inquiet...

Two Minutes in The Proverbs:  The Wandering Bird  -  English and Spanish.  What lesson can we learn from wandering birds?  More importantly, what warning does the proverb contain? Based on Proverbs 27:8.  This is a updated version with translation of a podcast originally recorded May 2, 2022.

Dos minutos en Los Proverbios:  El pájaro errante -  Inglés y español.  ¿Qué lección podemos aprender de los pájaros errantes?  Y lo que es más importante, ¿qué advertencia contiene el proverbio? Basado en Proverbios 27:8.  Esta es una versión actualizada con traducción de un podcast grabado originalmente el 2 de m

The Journey To The Feast Of Shavuot  Part 5:  The Pledge Of Pentecost - English and Spanish.  The outpouring of the Holy Spirit was not only the fulfillment of a prophecy, it was the promise of something to come! Join us as we delve into the story of Judah and Tamar to understand this amazing promise!  This is a rebroadcast of a sermon originally posted on June 26, 2020. This year, 2025, we will celebrate the Feast of Shavuot on Sunday, June 8, 2025.

El Viaje A La Fiesta De Shavuot Parte 5: La Promesa De Pentecostés - Inglés y Español.  El derra...

War In Israel  Part 36:  The Prophesy Of Psalm 83  -  English only.  As Day 585 of this war arrives with no end in sight, Psalm 83 echoes as a prophecy about this battle.  Recorded May 14, 2025.

Parshat Shemini: Do Not Defile The Temple Of The Holy Spirit -  English only.  Just after Nadab and Abihu died, God told Aaron that he and his sons could not drink wine or strong drink before going into the Tabernacle. God wanted them to discern between the holy and the profane, and between the unclean and clean. Is there a connection between what we eat and drink with the Tabernacle of God?  This  is an English translation of the podcast posted April 28, 2025.

Parshat Acharei Mot/Kedoshim:  Bow Before The Grey Hairs  -  Spanish and English.  It is very important to respect and honor the elderly because in them is wisdom.  Recorded May 10, 2025.

Parshat Acharei Mot/Kedoshim:  Ante las canas haces reverencia  -  español y inglés.  Es muy importante respetar y honrar los anciano pues en ellos está la sabiduría.  Grabado el 10 de mayo de 2025.

The Journey To The Feast Of Shavuot  Part 4:  Understanding The Shema At Pentecost  -  English and Spanish.  The greatest commandment begins: Hear, O Israel, Adonai our God is One. How is the Shema related to the Feast of Shavuot?  Recorded May 10, 2025. 

El Viaje A La Fiesta De Shavuot Parte 4: Entendiendo El Shema En Pentecostés - Inglés y Español.  El mandamiento más grande comienza: Oye, Israel, Adonai nuestro Dios es Uno. ¿Cómo se relaciona el Shemá con la Fiesta de Shavuot?  Grabado el 10 de mayo de 2025.

Good Manners  Part 6:  Showing Gratitude  -  English Only.  The Scriptures contain many passages about thanking God. But why are there few specific commands to thank each other?   The Scriptures answer that as well!  Recorded February 12, 2025.