Grafted: Jewish Roots of Christianity

Welcome to Grafted: Jewish Roots of Christianity! My guest is Rachel Links Kushner.

Today, Rachel and I are discussing Hanukkah and how Messiah is the Light of the world.

Rachel Kushner is the Chief Enthusiasm Officer of Links to Messiah, where she brings a unique blend of passion, faith, and experience to her role. Raised in a Messianic Jewish home, Rachel has the special perspective of celebrating both Jewish and Christian holidays, shaping her deep understanding of diverse religious traditions.

A certified and experienced educator, Rachel is dedicated to teaching families and nurturing a love for learning. Her heart for service extends to her active involvement in a Bible-teaching church, where she contributes her time and expertise.

Affectionately known by some as the “Child Whisperer,” Rachel has an exceptional ability to engage and captivate the attention of young children, making learning fun and meaningful. Her work reflects her commitment to both faith and education, as she inspires those around her with enthusiasm and warmth.

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Did you know some constellations have been changed from their God-given names and meanings?

Welcome to Grafted: Jewish Roots of Christianity. My guest, Shauna Manfredine, has been teaching on Archaeo-Astronomy from a biblical perspective for many years.

Shauna and Mark Manfredine are the co-founders of Lighted Way Ministries. Their journey with Torah began in the late 1990s, and since 2007, they have been dedicated to full-time ministry. They were married in 1990, and are blessed with two children and five grandchildren. The couple resides in Roseburg, Oregon, where their ministry center is located, enjoying the local river wildlife and stargazing.

Lighted Way Ministries is known for hosting Sabbath worships, retreats, and annual Feast camps. The ministry also offers a variety of resources, including books, online classes, and weekly Sabbath broadcasts. Both Mark and Shauna are passionate about teaching Bible prophecy in relation to current events, Torah, and spiritual warfare principles. Shauna, in particular, is an expert in Archaeo-Astronomy from a Biblical perspective. Her current projects include writing her twelfth book, "Ancient Hebrew in the Stars," and developing a YouTube series called Preschool Praise, aimed at teaching Torah stories and principles to children aged two to five.

Archaeoastronomy studies how ancient cultures understood, interpreted, and used celestial phenomena. It combines aspects of archaeology, astronomy, and anthropology to explore the connections between the sky and ancient human societies. Specifically, it examines how historical peoples observed and recorded astronomical events, for example, the movements of the sun, moon, stars, and planets, and how these observations influenced their architecture, calendars, religion, and daily life.

Shauna's online Torah and Prophecy classes will start again on September 2 (and run weekly through May, meeting on Mondays and Wednesdays).

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Has God ever supernaturally healed you?

Welcome to Grafted: Jewish Roots of Christianity. This week my guest Rachel Lish talks about walking away from the Mormon church and being healed from depression.

Rachel and Matt are worship leaders who lead a traveling ministry and own a campground called Hope Acres, where visitors can vacation and celebrate the Lord's Feasts. A gifted psalmist, Rachel began writing music at just five years old. Although she was raised in the LDS church, she left it in her teens to follow Jesus.

Rachel loves to share her story of incredible healing from depression, offering hope and encouragement to others through her testimony.

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Have you ever seen into the spiritual realm? My guest today has! Join us as we discuss her experiences and how the Father has used her to bless others.

Welcome to Grafted: Jewish Roots of Christianity! My guest today is Simonette Cherepanov.

Simonette is a pastoral counselor who emigrated from Venezuela to the United States with her husband and children when she was thirty. With a diverse professional background, she has worked as an EMT, an EKG tech, and a phlebotomist. She is also a dedicated teacher of the Creation Gospel by Dr. Hollisa Alewine.

In her forties, Simonette returned to school to earn a Bachelor of Science in Ministry Leadership and became an ordained minister. In her sixties, she pursued further education to become a Brain Health Professional and is currently working toward a doctorate in Creation Therapy. Additionally, Simonette is the Founder and CEO of Seven Lamp Wellness, LLC, where she continues to integrate her passion for spiritual and physical well-being.

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Did you know that the beginning of each month used to be the time of the New Moon?

Welcome to Grafted: Jewish Roots of Christianity. I'm delighted to have Erica DeNeve with us today. We will discuss the New Moon, their Hebrew names, descriptions of each month, and why it's important to us. This is not astrology or New Age; this is God's calendar, His months, and appointed times.

Erica is a wife and mother. She works as a Corrections Counselor. Erica is a certified teacher of the Creation Gospel by Hollis Alewine.

Her specialized teaching is on the New Moon, which she has taught on the Rooted Kafe. She also teaches on the FB group Torch teaching the Torah portions.

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Kisha Gallagher's New Moon teaching

The Biblical New Moon: A Guide for Celebrating

Lev Mechudash (Renewed Heart) videos with Erica DeNeve

Healing in the Hebrew Months

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Welcome to Grafted: Jewish Roots of Christianity. Today's guest is Angie Sickler.

Angie is a dedicated wife and mother of five who has been passionately following Jesus since 1995. An avid student of scripture, she focuses on the Hebrew language and culture.

Angie has served in various teams and leadership roles at her home church and has been a guest speaker at numerous churches and conferences, including James Nesbit’s Tribe Quantum and The Gateway Prayer Garden in Colorado Springs. In addition to her speaking engagements, Angie is an accomplished author and a traveling speaker for both large and small congregations.

She regularly shares her deep knowledge of Biblical Hebrew concepts with her followers on YouTube and her Facebook ministry page. Angie’s passion is to join others in awakening the Bride of Christ, encouraging believers to explore and embrace the Hebrew aspects of their Christian faith.

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Welcome to Grafted: Jewish Roots of Christianity. Today’s guest is Dena Smiley, a seasoned professional whose journey encompasses social work, faith, and service.

Dena began her professional odyssey upon earning a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Denver in 1998. With a passion for helping others, she obtained her clinical license in 2000. She delved into psychiatric care, serving in both inpatient settings and within the reputable Kaiser Permanente outpatient mental health clinic.

Transitioning her focus towards the educational domain, Dena found fulfillment in partnering with children and families navigating diverse special needs. Her expertise blossomed as she assumed the role of a district-wide coach for positive behavior support, leaving an indelible mark on the school social work landscape.

The arrival of her own family in 2006 prompted Dena to establish a private practice, allowing her to harmonize professional endeavors with the joys of motherhood. Complementing her professional pursuits, Dena generously volunteered in church counseling ministries and shared the transformative practice of Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) at women’s events and bible studies.

Dena’s spiritual journey, spanning three decades, has been a transformative force in her life, igniting a genuine desire to utilize her God-given gifts for the betterment of humanity. Driven by compassion, she has embarked on numerous international missions, advocating for the marginalized and underserved in third-world countries.

In recent years, Dena’s faith journey has deepened as she and her family embraced the restored Hebrew names, observed biblical feasts, and honored the original Sabbath. Amidst her professional and spiritual commitments, Dena finds solace in nature, indulging in hobbies such as hiking, paddle boarding, and herbalism. Alongside her family, she has cultivated a serene homestead in East Tennessee, where they embrace the joys of homeschooling and cherish the bonds of family and community.

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Welcome to Grafted Jewish Roots of Christianity. My guest is Stacey Fitzgerald.

Stacey is a multifaceted individual who has channeled her life experiences into powerful avenues of healing and expression. As a singer/songwriter, Stacey brings her heartfelt emotions and stories to life through her music. She is also a Trauma survivor/thriver, having overcome a near-death horse accident and emerged victorious over a challenging battle with an eating disorder.

In addition to her artistic and personal triumphs, Stacey is a certified nutritionist, dedicated to promoting health and wellness. She combines her professional knowledge with her journey to inspire and educate others. Stacey's deep faith is reflected in her commitment as a student of the Bible and a teacher, where she shares her wisdom and insights with others.

Moreover, Stacey is known as a "Horse Whisperer," a testament to her profound connection with horses and her ability to communicate and aid in bringing healing to these majestic animals. Her journey is a testament to resilience, strength, and the transformative power of faith and healing.

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http://www.onpurposeinternational.org/

Becoming Safe

Paul Brand's book The Gift of Pain

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Welcome to Grafted: Jewish Roots of Christianity. My guest is Dejah Phillips.

Dejah is a digital creator with a strong presence on TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram, amassing a following of over 80,000. As a Messianic Jew, Dejah views social media as her mission field, where she passionately shares her insights on a range of biblical topics. Her content delves into subjects such as the sons of God, demons, and the Nephilim, with a focus on addressing cultural misunderstandings of Scripture. Through her engaging and thought-provoking posts, Dejah aims to educate and inspire her audience, shedding light on often overlooked aspects of biblical teachings. She has a bachelor's in education and a master's in reading. She studied Jewish and Christian theology, world religions/history, and had missions training.

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Welcome to Grafted: Jewish Roots of Christianity. My guest is author, speaker, and coach, Lauren Crews.

Lauren is an award-winning author and social media coach certified through the Advanced Speakers and Authors Association. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Marketing, a Master of Divinity (MDiv) from seminary, and Digital Marketing Certifications from both Google and HubSpot. She is passionate about championing God’s word and equips new authors to overcome their fear and frustration with social media and the publishing process. Through her coaching services, she empowers aspiring writers to build their social media presence and create compelling content.

Her acclaimed book, "Strength of a Woman: Why You Are Proverbs 31," explores the Proverbs 31 passage through the imagery of the Hebrew alphabet and has earned the Christian Market Book of the Year Award. Despite her victories, she carries deeply etched battle scars, which she uses to help women understand that their scars are not signs of defeat but marks of resilience, enabling them to walk in the fullness of Christ. Her love for biblical language has inspired her to write "Strength of a Woman," its accompanying devotional, and her latest work, "Word Made Flesh." She promises that this is not your typical interpretation of Proverbs 31; readers will never look at the passage the same way again.

Lauren shares her home in Jacksonville, Florida with her husband and their two well-trained brown dogs.

Find her website at https://www.laurencrews.com/

Find her book--Strength of a Woman: Why You are Proverbs 31 at https://www.laurencrews.com/store

Living Waters: Falling Deeper in Love with God's Word

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