The eruption of war in Ukraine has left millions of civilians displaced and lacking basic necessities. Many humanitarian organizations have tried to help. Our guest is Dr. Michael Schiffman, the executive director of Chevra, an organization that has spent the last twenty-nine years feeding the hungry in Ukraine and the rest of the former Soviet Union. Learn what it means to be the hands and feet of the Messiah to those in need.

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(0:00) Welcome to Messiah Podcast!
(4:40) Introduction to Dr. Michael Schiffman
(6:15) Witnessing the development of the Messianic movement through the years
(10:04) Political state of affairs in Ukraine
(13:08) Effects of the war in Ukraine
(18:12) Anti-Semitism and the history of Jewish presence in Ukraine
(23:43) Chevra: Being the hands that meet people’s needs 
(24:58) Opened doors for humanitarian help
(26:34) Are there any religious strings attached to the aid provided to Ukrainians?
(30:41) The core message of the Torah and true aim of living a godly life of discipleship.
(33:55) Stories: Making a life and death difference
(46:44) Rapid fire: What the people want to know

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Chevra

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