Messiah Echad

Come, come come. Let us worship God, with our hands held high. We will run, run, run, through Your gates, oh, God, with a shout of love! “Semi” Charismatic worship took on a whole new meaning at Messiah Echad this past weekend. Adam covered Terumah, Heave Offering, Exodus 25:1 – 27:19. God sees the inside as well as the outside, so it is important to guard our hearts. And in Messianic Judaism, prophetically, the two sticks of Judah (Jews) and Ephraim (grafted in Christians) are becoming one, in the Hand of God. Amen. We praised God for employment in due season, then prayed for medical healing, before Rabbi Jonathan talked to us about Valentines, through a practical and Biblical lens. Yes the holiday is in our rear-view mirror but it is still prudent to ask if believers, children, or even married couples should participate in the erotic love and history that surrounds Valentines. And the slides are https://messiahechad.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/09-Feb-2019-Slides.pdf

During our first service in our new location at 505 West University 78626, we sang unto the Lord a new song. What a joy and celebration, from our new worship team, led by Dawit. James opened up the inaugural torah portion at our new spot, Mishpatim, Laws, Exodus 21:1 – 24:18. Whether or not you believe in the Torah, there are laws that govern our world, which even the devil must obey. And not one jot or tittle has by any means passed away from the Law. Praise reports included healing and miraculous pregnancies, then we prayed peace, before Rabbi Jonathan taught a message on what Messiah Echad is all about. We are independent because there is neither Jew nor Gentile; we are all one. The blood of Messiah (Christ) also grafts us into the commonwealth and blessings of Israel. And it has long since been time for Ephraim (Christians) and Judah (Jews) to come together I love. The slides are https://messiahechad.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/02-Feb-2019-Slides.pdf

Although recording issues prevented the audio upload of Christopher amazing Torah Portion last week, where he spoke about the underwater land bridge in Nuweiba Egypt, we were able to upload his slides, along with those from Rabbi Jonathan speaking on atheist vs. theist beliefs. And the technology issues have been resolved! During praise and worship, we were reminded Yeshua makes darkness tremble, He silences fear, and His Name cannot be overcome. Jonathan Malthouse (from As I Ponder Blog), covered Jethro, Exodus 18:1 – 20:23. There was an organizational structure established in the days of Moses, and we are also called to obey our leaders, support them with sub-leaders, and draw closer to, not away from, God. Praise reports were in the financial, then we prayed for healing, before Rabbi Jonathan delivered his final message at our last location. It’s all about the bigger picture. And the slides for this week are https://messiahechad.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/26-Jan-2019-Slides.pdf.

Yeshua (Jesus) is the Messiah, and He is the Anointed One to be the King. If you seek healing, salvation, or deliverance, invite Him to be the light of your life, the flame of your fire, and the wind in your wings. Michael covered his inaugural torah portion at Messiah Echad, Bo, Come, Exodus 10:1 – 13:16. In the later plagues we see how hard Pharaoh’s heart is, but you know, sometimes we are not much different. And this is why Passover was not a one time event; we need the yearly reminder of why we should follow God. We praised God for deliverance from suicide and addictions, then prayed for medical miracles, before Rabbi Jonathan showed how the Bible can solve the Government Shutdown. The slides are https://messiahechad.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/12-Jan-2019-Slides.pdf. Lastly, on 02 February 2019, we will relaunch and move our 03pm Shabbat Services to 505 West University 78626. And in January, our new location will be open each Saturday 12-02pm, for prayer, planning, and setup.

It is a treat when Michelle and Grace from Kol Echad (formerly Way Cool Angels) share their classical and opera style worship music. We included just the piano from their Aaronic Benediction; check out their album, to hear those angelic voices! Rabbi Jonathan taught on Va’era, Exodus 6:2 – 9:35. By His Name YHVH, God did not make Himself known… there is clearly power in names, and this is why some of us respectfully call God HaShem (The Name). Cry out, and when He delivers you, give Him all of the credit. Praise reports included financial blessings, and we prayed for healing, before Rabbi Raoultaught on Jews and Gentiles. When Messiah returns, will He be pleased with your Jew and Christian love and embrace? Lastly, on 02 February 2019, we will relaunch and move our 03pm Shabbat Services to 505 West University 78626. And in January, our new location will be open each Saturday 12-02pm, for prayer, planning, and setup

Pull me a little closer God, and take me a little deeper. We want to know Your heart, because Your love is deeper than anything we have ever tasted. Andronicus covered torah portion Vayechi, He Lived, Genesis 47:28 – 50:26. In drawing back the humanistic curtain of Joseph, we see God has a panoramic view of what was, and is, and is to come, as well as how the non-native born can be grafted into the covenant. What powerful symbolism knowing Ephraim and Manasseh were adopted as Israelites or Jews. Praise reports included multiple returning members, and we prayed for healing, before Jonathan Malthouse (from As I Ponder Blog) delivered an excellent message on rejection and acceptance. Lastly, on 02 February 2019, we will relaunch and move our 03pm Shabbat Services to 505 West University 78626. And in January, our new location will be open each Saturday 12-02pm, for prayer, planning, and setup.

During some spirit filled praise and worship young Mya reminded us that who the Son sets free, oh is free indeed. Right now, boldly declare “I am a child of God; yes I am!” Rabbi Jonathan taught on Miketz, Genesis 41:1 – 44:17. At the end of two years in jail, falsely accused, Joseph was delivered to Pharaoh to interpret a dream. Joseph went on to become second in charge of Egypt, then antagonized his brothers… he was not perfect, and the world overly criticized those imperfections, but God used it to effect prophecy. We praised God for successful surgeries, and saved limbs, then prayed for provisions, before Garry delivered an excellent sermon on Chanukah. Lastly, on 02 February 2019, we will relaunch and move our 03pm Shabbat Services to 505 West University 78626. And in January, our new location will be open each Saturday 12-02pm, for prayer, planning, and setup. Exciting! And the slides are https://messiahechad.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/08-Dec-2018-Slides.pdf

Although technical difficulties prevented the Torah Portion (Vayeshev, He Settled, Genesis 37:1 – 40:23) from making the audio recording, Harry did an excellent job catching us up on Jacob. Marty Goetz graced us with his signature Chanukah song during prayer time, reminding us to walk as children of the light, during this feast of dedication, festival of lights. Mel shared some thoughts on having an eternal perspective, with your finances, trusts, and wills. Remember, you are never too young, or old, to meet with a licensed attorney to generate a will, durable power of attorney, and an advanced directive regarding your healthcare. Feel free to call or email Messiah Echad, for more information. Then as for Chanukah… did you know Jesus Christ observed it? And if He did, we too can enjoy donuts, dreidels, gelt, and menorahs, while passing on santa, christmas trees, and coveting presents. Let this season be about what the Bible says. The slides are https://messiahechad.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/01-Dec-2018-Slides.pdf

All I need is You Lord. Help me leave my fear by the side of the road, hear You speak, and fall to my knees in prayer. A cappella style, we enjoyed focusing on the One who holds the universe, and everyone on earth. James delivered his inaugural torah portion at Messiah Echad, Vayishlach, He Sent, Genesis 32:3 – 36:43. Jacob fearfully split his camp when Esau came to meet him, and then Jacob wrestled with God, before receiving a blessing that changed his name to Israel. We also read about Dinah, and Rachel, who despite her shortcomings, was used by God. Praise reports included anonymous tithes and gifted dresses, then we prayed for wisdom, before Rabbi Jonathan taught a practical sermon on Strength Finders, and Cultural Intelligence (CQ). Please take the time to purchase the book, learn about yourself, and grow your CQ from level one to level four. Doing this will increase our reach, and witness, to the community. And the slides are https://messiahechad.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/24-Nov-2018-Slides.pdf

You no longer have to be a slave to fear. You are a child of God and if you need help feeling His love, or surrounding yourself in His Arms, come praise and worship with us. Jonathan Malthouse (from As I Ponder Blog) did his inaugural torah portion at Messiah Echad, Vayetze, He Went Out, Genesis 28:10 – 32:2. We outlined the differences between good shepherds, and lazy ones, then talked about taking caution before having relations or getting married. Also, be mindful not to become stuck in life, as Jacob did, at a place or doing something God did not instruct you. Praise reports included cleared debts, new members and healings, then we prayed for much the same, after which Rabbi Jonathan delivered his History of Messiah Echad and State of The Congregation Address. We beat 96% failure odds in our first five years, and a 4 year burnout time for the senior leader thanks to God. Yet, this sermon contains our biggest announcement ever. Please listen, and then pray. The slides are https://messiahechad.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/10-Nov-2018-Slides.pdf