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Torah Today Ministries
Torah Today explores the Hebrew scriptures and culture that shaped the life of Jesus and provides common ground for all who seek the truth. We provide short teachings on various topics from a biblical perspective and provide valuable insights into words and phrases from the Hebrew Bible.
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Braiding Bread: Vayeira
When Yeshua informed His disciples concerning His future return, why did He reference the days of Noah AND the days of Lot? How were these two eras similar and…
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Braiding Bread: Lech Lecha
Why could the legalistic Pharisees not understand anything Yeshua said? What was the cause of their spiritual blindness? And why did Yeshua continue to pursue…
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Tehillim Talks - Psalm 88
Without dispute, Psalm 88 is the saddest psalm in the Bible. It contains no note of hope or relief, and seems to reflect the soul of a forsaken and dying man…
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Braiding Bread: Noach
Why does Messiah state that His return will be visible to all and will be accompanied by great fanfare, and yet here in Luke He states that it comes secretly -…
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Braiding Bread - Barasheit
With this discussion, Robin and I begin a new weekly series entitled "Braiding Bread". Unlike our series "Bread Crumbs", in which we discuss various and sundry…
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Tehillim Talks - Psalm 87
In Galatians 4:26 Paul wrote that Jerusalem "is our mother". Where did he get such a notion? He got it from this short, powerful psalm. These seven brief…
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Tehillim Talks - Psalm 86
This is the only psalm by David found in the 3rd book (the "Leviticus" book) of Psalms, and it appears in the middle of four psalms by the Sons of Korah. Why…
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Pardon My Jargon: Communion
If you ask most Christians where 'communion' is found in the Scriptures, they will turn to the Gospels, point to the "last supper" and say, "There it is right…
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Tehillim Talks - Psalm 85
Psalm 85 contains one of the most enigmatic verses in the entire book: "Kindness and Truth have met. Righteousness and Peace have kissed." What are we to make…
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Tehillim Talks - Psalm 84
This short psalm drips with sweet blessings, but is also filled with unique and hidden gems of insight. What does self-sacrifice have to do with freedom and…
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The Tabernacle - Pt. 6: The Altar of Incense
In this episode of our series we finally encounter the Tabernacle's "ignition switch" - the golden altar of incense. This is the seventh and final article of…
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Bread Crumbs - Savouring the Sabbath
What is the essence of Sabbath? Is it just for the Jews? Does God also welcome Gentiles to keep His Sabbath day? What is the true definition of 'Sabbath'? Can…
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Tehillim Talks - Psalm 83
Psalm 83 is no one's favorite. Psalms calling for destruction seldom are. And yet, this psalm has a unique something about it - an unexpected appeal for…
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Tehillim Talks - Psalm 82
This is the most controversial psalm of all. It is the one Yeshua quotes when He says to his accusers, "You are gods." What did Yeshua mean by this? Join us…
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The Tabernacle - Part 5: The Altar & the Laver
The furnishings of the Tabernacle are arranged in pairs: the Ark & the Cover; the Table of Showbread & the Menorah; and now the Altar & the Laver. These last…
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Tehillim Talks - Psalm 81
Psalm 81 is in many ways a mirror image (alike but opposite) of Psalm 80. This short psalm contains several secret insights that are revealed only in the…
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The Tabernacle - Part 4: The Curtains, Coverings & Walls
Why did the Tabernacle's ceiling made of four layers and what is the significance of these layers? How do they picture the bridge between the earthly and…
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Tehillim Talks - Psalm 80
What good does suffering do us? Does it in any way improve our relationship with God? This is one of the main themes of this short and powerful psalm. Join us…
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Appointed Times - Shavuot (Insights into Pentecost)
Of all the appointed times in the Bible, Shavuot (Pentecost) is the only one that does not have an assigned date and is also the most complex. Join us for a…
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Tehillim Talks - Psalm 79
One of God's names is El Kanah - "The Jealous God". What does this mean? Isn't jealousy a petty, negative emotion? How can God be jealous? And what could He…
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Bread Crumbs - The Path of Fire and Water
This special episode of Bread Crumbs was recorded live on April 21, 2026 at The Creation Gospel "Refined by Fire" conference in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. In…
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Tehillim Talks - Psalm 78
This lengthy (72 verses) psalm takes center stage in this string of 11 psalms by Asaph. It provides a review of Israel's history - warts and all. But amidst…
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the Tabernacle - Part 3: The Table & the Menorah
The table of showbread and the menorah form the only pair of furnishings in the Tabernacle that is not symmetrical. What is it that these two pieces together…
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Bread Crumbs - Ruths Shavuot Journey
What does the story of Ruth have to do with Shavuot (Pentecost)? Everything! As Israel made its 50-day journey from Egypt to Mt.Sinai in the wilderness, so…
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Passover (Part 1) - Insights Into the Passover Lamb
Of all the biblical holy days we will discuss in this series, Passover is by far the most robust in its spiritual depth, tradition, richness, and beauty…
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Tehillim Talks - Psalm 77
Can't sleep? Has stress stolen away your peace of mind? Are you so worried and troubled over some issue that your eyes just won't stay closed? Asaph knew this…
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The Tabernacle - Part 2: The Ark of the Covenant
Though the Ark of the Covenant is thought of as one object, the Torah actually describes it as two: the box + the cover. Why is it important to recognize this?…
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Tehillim Talks: Psalm 76
"Fear of God is the beginning of wisdom" (Psalm 111:10/Proverbs 4:7). But later we are told that "perfect love casts out fear" (1John 4:18). So how can we fear…
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Bread Crumbs: "Enoughness"
"Enoughness" is a word Robin coined to describe the experience of those who depend upon God for provision when there appears to be "nothingness". In this…
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Divine Appointments - Purim
Purim (aka The Feast of Esther) is one of the most enigmatic of the biblical holidays. It is based upon the book of Esther - a book in which God's name is not…
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Tabernacle - Part 1: Introduction
Of all the topics in the Bible, none receive more attention than the Tabernacle/Temple. Why is this so vitally important? It is because every single concept in…
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Tehillim Talks - Psalm 75
Psalm 75 is God's response to the outcry of Psalm 74. This psalm uses some vivid imagery (horns, strong wine, ladders) to express its power. In these brief ten…
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Tehillim Talks - Psalm 74
In this psalm Asaph asks, "God, where are You? Why don't You do something? Why have you forgotten us?" Asaph asks the honest questions that we have all had at…
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Bread Crumbs: Spiritual Modesty
How much about our spiritual lives should we share with others? On the one hand, we are to be witnesses of God's work in our lives. But, on the other, can we…
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Tehillim Talks - Psalm 73
This psalm begins the "Leviticus Book" of psalms, so it is appropriate that this (and the following ten psalms) should be composed by a Levitical priest. Its…
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Divine Appointments - The Secret of the Dreidel
The humble dreidel gets little attention in teachings about Hanukkah, but this simple children's toy is actually filled with spiritual significance. Some may…
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Tehillim Talks - Psalm 72
Psalm 72 concludes the second "book" of Psalms - the "Exodus Book", and it was written for Solomon, the son of David. But this psalm also seems to foreshadow…
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Divine Appointments - Hanukkah
Why don't Christians observe Hanukkah?! It is the day that Yeshua stood on the Temple Mount and publicly proclaimed Himself as the Messiah. (It's right there…
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Tehillim Talks - Psalm 71
Do you ever feel that time is slipping by way too quickly? That you are growing old and no longer have much to offer? Is so, then this psalm was written for…
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Bread Crumbs - "Laughing Matters"
Laughter is a serious subject in the Torah, and the laughing that takes place in Genesis falls into five distinct categories. Join Grant and Robin as they…
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Be Our Guest - Gary & Lynne Preston
If you have been blessed by The Siddur Project, then you will certainly be blessed to meet Gary & Lynne Preston in this episode of Be Out Guest. The Prestons…
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Tehillim Talks - Psalm 70
If you experience a bit of "deja vu" reading this psalm, there is a good reason. Psalm 70 is almost identical to Psalm 40. Why does the Bible contain two…
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Divine Appointments - Sukkot
In the fall of the year we celebrate the Feast of Sukkot, also known as the Feast of Tabernacles (or "Booths"). What is the spiritual significance of this…
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Bread Crumbs: A Question of Life or Death
Why must we be commanded by God to choose life? What is the nature of a blessing? Or of a curse? What is so special about the month of Elul as we approach Rosh…
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Bread Crumbs: The Worst of Times. The Best of Times.
Does the world seem like it is spiritually darker than ever? Do you feel like society has deteriorated beyond repair? Does it feel like these are the worst of…
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Divine Appointments - Yom Kippur
What is the significance of Yom Kippur, and does this day have significance for the Messianic/Christian today? What was theologically incorrect about John the…
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Tehillim Talks - Psalm 69
Psalm 69 is the most quoted psalm in the New Testament scriptures. It is also sometimes called a twin to Psalm 22 - the crucifixion psalm, and in this psalm we…
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Divine Appointments: Rosh Hashanah
"Rosh Hashanah" is not mentioned in Scripture, so where did it get its name? If the spring month of Nisan is the beginning of months, how can Rosh Hashanah be…
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Hebrew Key - The Torah Incarnate
What lies behind John's claim that "the Word became flesh"? The answer is found in two unlikely places: Hosea and Proverbs. Come on a journey as we explore…
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Tehillim Talks - Psalm 68
This is a firework display of a psalm. It is chaotic, beautiful, and celebratory. Much of the translation is guesswork, but somehow the beauty of its…
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Bread Crumbs: The Tabernacle Coverings
What is the significance of the four layers of fabrics and skins that covered the Tabernacle? This question has caused a lot of head scratching for…
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Two Things Have I Heard (Part 4 - the Greek & Hebrew Scriptures)
This is the fourth of a four-part series about God's use of menorah patterns throughout the Scriptures. Psalm 64:11 says, "One thing God spoke. Two things have…
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Two Things Have I Heard (Part 3) - The Greek Scriptures
This is the third of a four-part series about God's use of menorah patterns throughout the Scriptures. Psalm 64:11 says, "One thing God spoke. Two things have…
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Cookie Crumbs with special guests Beulah & Sarah Barry and Elianah MacArthur
Join us for a delightful conversation with Beulah and Sarah Barry who were born in South Africa but now make their home in New Zealand. And joining them is…
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Tehillim Talks - Psalm 67
Psalm 67 is called The Menorah Psalm. It is unique in its structure and contains many hidden features that set it apart from every other psalm. It is also…
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Two Things Have I Heard (Part 2) - The Hebrew Scriptures
This is the second of a four-part series about God's use of menorah patterns throughout the Scriptures. Psalm 64:11 says,"One thing God spoke. Two things have…
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Tehillim Talks - Psalm 66
Psalm 66 is a beautiful song of praise to God; a psalm composed to bring glory to His great name. It looks to the days of the Messianic Kingdom when the whole…
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Special Teaching - "Two Things Have I Heard" (Introduction)
This is introduction the first of a four-part series about God's use of menorah patterns throughout the Scriptures. Psalm 62:11 says, "One thing God spoke. Two…
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Tehillim Talks - Psalm 65
How did David cope with the many trials described in his previous psalms? What tactic did he employ to alter his perception of all his troubles? The key lies…
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Bread Crumbs - The altar of Incense
The altar of incense seems to be the "odd man out" among the Tabernacle furnishings. Why wasn't it described earlier in the Torah when the menorah and table of…