Category Archives: Scripture

Psalm 110

Posted on January 17, 2013 by yourphariseefriend

Psalm 110 In this Psalm we find that the Messiah (or his ancestor David) is designated with a priestly title. The Psalmist declares God’s words to the King – “You are a priest forever after the manner of Melchizedek” (Psalm … Continue reading →

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Zechariah 12:10

Posted on January 17, 2013 by yourphariseefriend

Zechariah 12:10 “- and they will look to Me concerning the one who was pierced, and they will mourn for him as one mourns for an only son, and they shall be in bitterness over him as one is in … Continue reading →

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Malachi 3:1-4

Posted on January 17, 2013 by yourphariseefriend

Malachi 3:1-4 “Behold I send My messenger, and he will clear the path before Me, and suddenly the Lord whom you seek will come to His sanctuary, and the messenger of the covenant for whom you yearn, behold he comes, … Continue reading →

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Chanukah – Isaiah 2:5

Posted on December 12, 2012 by yourphariseefriend

Chanukah – Isaiah 2:5 The celebration of Chanukah was instituted after prophecy had already ceased from the community of Israel. The religious leadership of the people established this holiday as an expression of thanksgiving to God that is to last … Continue reading →

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Isaiah 42:8

Posted on November 19, 2012 by yourphariseefriend

Isaiah 42:8 “I am the Lord: that is my name: and my glory will I not give to another, neither my praise to graven images.” Name: a word or phrase that constitutes the distinctive designation of a person or thing … Continue reading →

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Blessing of Sabbath versus Selfish Self-Sacrifice – Isaiah 58:13

Posted on September 28, 2012 by yourphariseefriend

Blessing of Sabbath versus Selfish Self-Sacrifice – Isaiah 58:13 Living a sacrificial life can sometimes be an extreme expression of self-centeredness. People don’t like to see themselves as “takers” – they enjoy thinking of themselves as altruistic “givers”. In pursuit … Continue reading →

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Yom Kippur 5773 – Isaiah 58

Posted on September 23, 2012 by yourphariseefriend

Yom Kippur 5773 – Isaiah 58 Man has an amazing capacity for self-deception. People could sometimes define their efforts as reaching out to God when in fact they have done no such thing. They see their activities as the holiest … Continue reading →

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Men of my Counsel

Posted on September 2, 2012 by yourphariseefriend

Men of my Counsel A person needs acknowledgment in order to survive. A person needs to feel that he or she is significant and that their life makes a difference. Without this feeling of self-respect and self-worth it is difficult … Continue reading →

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Peace, Jerusalem, and David

Posted on August 22, 2012 by yourphariseefriend

Peace, Jerusalem, and David In the book of Deuteronomy God commands Israel to establish righteous judges (Deuteronomy 16:18-20). Immediately thereafter we are enjoined not to plant an idolatrous tree near the altar, nor to designate a “matzevah” (- a single … Continue reading →

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The Blind Seer – Isaiah 40:6

Posted on August 21, 2012 by yourphariseefriend

The Blind Seer – Isaiah 40:6 Supplement to “Armor Bearers” “A voice says, ‘Proclaim!’ and [the [prophet] asks, ‘What shall I proclaim?’ – ‘All flesh is grass and all its kindness is like a blossom in the field. Grass withers … Continue reading →

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