To the tune of Adele, Go Easy on me: There is gold in His rivers They’ve been flowing through Bereshit forever I know there is hope in the healing Pishon waters I must bring myself to swim and be mikvehed in There’s no drowning in silence with Yeshua Messiah Oh, let me in! Flow easy … More Flow Freely on Me
In this blog I will offer tips to those with chronic illnesses during the Feasts, and those with a shoestring budget. Also, craft ideas and links that might help you and family create a memorable Passover on a dime. It is a mitzvah to take care of our bodies, but often some have bodies that don’t work … More Passover ideas for those with allergies, chronic illnesses, or Budget
“Now Aaron’s sons Nadab and Abihu each took his own censer, put fire in it, laid incense over it, and offered unauthorized fire before Adonai—which He had not commanded them. So fire came out from the presence of Adonai and consumed them. So they died before Adonai” (Leviticus 10:1-2, TLV). This week while meditating on Nadab and Abihu, I … More Shemini– Gifts and callings, Leprosy and Identity Crisis
Many people write or speak about the weekly Torah portions. Thankfully, since we all are unique and have different voices, it’s never the same. It’s never without peering deeper into the treasure trove. Outside my window, doves are cooing, and birds are singing as I write this. It brings a smile to my face. I … More Vayakhel and Those Who Fly Like Clouds
In Part I, we left off here: Our Father was adorned with His breastplate– every Tribal stone of His priesthood. Every stone is unique and sparkling in His Light. Every tribe was named and prophetically placed around His tabernacle. He put on garments of vengeance! He is Light. He is TRUTH! YHVH will arm us … More Tetzaveh and Garments Part II
I am still transferring old blogs from my prior site Obadiah’s Cave. There have been many talented writers on my mother’s side of the family. I have several cousins who are very creative with a pen, and aunts and uncles alike who have written beautiful songs, poems, and stories. I’ve often heard that the Loy’s … More My Aunt Sophia’s Poetry
“‘In that day,’ declares the LORD Almighty, ‘I will break the yoke off their necks and will tear off their bonds; no longer will foreigners enslave them” (Jeremiah 30:8). One would think that a people freed from Egypt and Babylon would do away and want no part of slavery, but sometimes it takes a … More Mishpatim and Slavery
Part I HERE The prophet is in high regard when someone requires keen vision, hearing, and unraveling riddles then quickly forgotten until the loss of a donkey, or when the results or outcome of a battle is needed. The prophet wrestles at night and walks with a limp during the day. The Prophet dies … More The Journey of the Prophet Part II
Part II HERE To those who have wondered if they are a prophet, and to those who know with certainty, I have penned this message. To those who have no rough garments, this message may not be one for you, but it may be for your spouse, sibling, or friend. Parts of it may appear … More The Journey of a Prophet–Part I
The Number Five and the Story of Joseph Last week, we learned that Joseph was hated and then due to his dreams, he was hated more. The Bible says that his brothers hated him and could not speak a kind word to him, and they were jealous of him. How many of you have … More The Number 5 and Joseph–Miketz Torah Portion
In my last blog, I shared many personal details of my journey with Gastroparesis. I received much encouraging feedback. I greatly appreciate everyone’s prayers and words. The portion today is Parsha Vayishlach (“And he sent”) Genesis 32:4 – 36:43: Jacob is meeting his brother Esau. It’s been over 20 years. That’s a long time … More But You Said! Vayishlach (“And he sent”)
Covid is not prejudice. Covid doesn’t care about our skin color, education, Torah knowledge, or the size of our bank account. Some of the most righteous, holy people, whether in leadership or among friends and family have gotten covid, and some have died regardless of their walk–regardless of their age or health. And the … More The Vaxed and Unvaxed, The Guiltless and the Wicked
