This week week we are in the the Torah portion Tzav. And I want to talk about giving thanks. In this week’s torah portion We learn that one who offers a korban aka sacrifice for the purpose of giving thanks must eat that korban on the day when it is offered and none of it shall be set aside until morning.

What is your purpose in life? Are you called to something?

My thoughts on the Torah portion Mikeitz and Hanukkah

Joseph is someone who dared to be different and he dared to dream big. In what ways are you like Joseph.

We are often reminded of the awesomeness of God in the spectacular moments in our lives and those are moments when we may find ourselves especially open to a connection with God But it's also possible to experience God's presence in the mundane everyday moments of our lives. And then like Jacob we can exclaim "God is in this place"

There is a lot happening in this week’s Torah Portion. Do you have a sibling? Are you rivals? Check out this week’s podcast.

Let’s talk about what it means to be a good host. In this week’s podcast, we have two examples of hospitality, one good and one gone mad.

Was Noah a Righteous Dude?

I’ve spent quite a bit of time thinking about the kind of Jewish community that I want to help build and be a part of, not just as a Rabbi but as a member of the community. It’s important for me as a rabbinical student and future Rabbi to find ways to connect with as many Jews as possible.

"A universal truth in Christianity, Judaism and Islam is the idea of treating others the way we want to be treated. Or Love your neighbor as yourself. This is often referred to the Golden rule. " if you enjoyed this episode, checkout my show notes and more at https://www.sandrajlawson.com/jewish-prayer/39