What is God's Kingdom worth to you? That's the big question that faces every person on earth. When you encounter God's kingdom, either by accident or on purpose, how much will you be willing to surrender to obtain it - a little, a lot, all? The choice is everyone's! And what we decide will determine whether we make it past the final sorting process, the Judgement Day of the Lord. Take a listen to this encouraging and sobering message!

(Matthew 13:1-23) Ever wonder what God's Kingdom is like or what it will be like? Well, Yeshua (Jesus) launches into parables (picture teachings) to reveal spiritual truths using natural illustrations. And even though these short illustrations may seem simple, the lesson embedded in them is very powerful! This parable has a great message and a powerful warning!

(Matthew 13:1-23) Ever wonder what God's Kingdom is like or what it will be like? Well, Yeshua (Jesus) launches into parables (picture teachings) to reveal spiritual truths using natural illustrations. And even though these short illustrations may seem simple, the lesson embedded in them is very powerful! This parable has a great message and a powerful warning!

Starting with this chapter, Matthew records Yeshua's teachings about what the Kingdom of God is like. Parables are a fascinating and effective way to teach spiritual truths...but they needed open hearts and sometimes some explanation to receive the point. The Parable of the Soils is all about how we receive God's word. Our openness to it determines how productive we will be. Check this out for some profound insights!

Matthew 12:38-50 "The sign of the prophet Jonah." One of the cryptic sayings of Jesus. We think we know what it means...and we're partly right. But there's another meaning in it that is more important than Yeshua's prophesy about His death, burial, and resurrection. And it has profound consequences for the leaders who are challenging Him and those who receive His words!

Starting with this chapter, Matthew records Yeshua's teachings about what the Kingdom of God is like. Parables are a fascinating and effective way to teach spiritual truths...but they needed open hearts and sometimes some explanation to receive the point. The Parable of the Soils is all about how we receive God's word. Our openness to it determines how productive we will be. Check this out for some profound insights!

The debate is heating up! Jesus/Yeshua is challenged by His opponents. And this challenge goes beyond the boundaries, attributing Jesus' work to Satan. This is dangerous ground for anyone to walk on! Outright rejection of God carries terrible consequences. Take a listen to this sobering message which addresses the question of the Unforgiveable Sin.

Matthew uses a lot of quotes from the Old Testament and this is an important thing to note. When there is a quote, it's there for a reason to help the reader gain an insight without including the whole section. Very efficient! But the lazy reader will miss a great deal of revelation. Join Pastor Jay as he walks with us through the Servant Songs of Isaiah which reveals Jesus/Yeshua in a remarkable light!

Issachar Community observes the Feasts of the Lord and that includes the feasts not included in the Torah, such as Hanukkah. Knowing the background of Hanukkah helps us understand the friction between Jesus and His accusers in John 10. Why did His statements cause such a ruckus with the religious leaders of His day? Perhaps because they heard it before...and it threatened the life of the Jewish people. Check it out!

In this message, Jesus continues His correction regarding the Written Torah vs. the Oral Torah and how it relates to human need. Thes two messages show the Lord compassion for His people even as He calls them to obedience to His Word.