On Shmini Atzeres and Simchas Torah, Rabbi Liff reflects on the Sukkah as Hashem's protection during difficult times, and shares how we can strengthen our emunah and anticipation for the coming of Mashiach through learning Torah and cultivating a constant yearning for redemption. Originally produced by JFoundations.

Rabbi Liff reflects on observing Succos during a year of national suffering, drawing on the Beis Yisrael's example of rebuilding joy after the Holocaust. He explores how we can genuinely celebrate while carrying the pain of those lost and those still captive. Originally produced by JFoundations.

On Erev Yom Kippur, Rabbi Liff explores how we approach this day with both joy and trepidation, and how teshuvah begins with recognizing our sins. He discusses the teaching of Rabbi Isser Zalman Meltzer about becoming someone the community needs, and how each person has a role to play in the larger whole. Originally produced by JFoundations.

As we approach Rosh Hashanah, we reflect on the Chafetz Chaim's practice of recognizing Hashem's goodness before the new year, and how acknowledging miracles and the protection of Torah strengthens our ability to move forward. The parsha teaches us that we stand through emes, and from that standing we are able to walk. Originally produced by JFoundations.

The parsha begins with Bikkurim and teaches us to acknowledge all of Hashem's goodness, with the Arizal explaining that the greatest good is Torah itself. Rabbi Liff reflects on the thirst for Torah among the Gedolim and how understanding Torah's value protects us from the curses at the end of the parsha. Originally produced by JFoundations.

As we enter Elul and blow the shofar, Rabbi Shach teaches us that the key difference between one who repents and one who falls away is whether they are a listener. The parsha of Ben Sorer U'Moreh shows us someone who refuses to hear his parents' voice, while Yishmael, though destined to be an enemy, has the power to call out and be heard by Hashem. Originally produced by JFoundations.

When facing questions that seem to contradict Torah's teachings, we must turn to the Gedolim and Das Torah for direction. Rabbi Liff reflects on the recent tragedies of the hostages and Rabbi Avram Osband, drawing strength from the example of the Kedoshim of Uman and the importance of Emunah during times of Machlokes. Originally produced by JFoundations.

As Elul approaches, we're called to see the world with proper perspective, recognizing both the miracles around us and our individual responsibility to bring blessing through mitzvos. Rabbi Liff reflects on a bar mitzvah at the Kosel and shares the story of Rav Pchatzko-Lebramski, who maintained emunah even in Siberia when everything else was taken from him. Originally produced by JFoundations.

When we observe even the small mitzvos that we might overlook, Hashem returns blessing to us. Rabbi Liff explores the concept of Ekev through a story about Reb Yisrael Salanter, showing how every mitzvah matters and how caring for others is paramount. Originally produced by JFoundations.

Rabbi Liff reflects on Tisha B'Av and the destruction of the Beis Hamikdash, sharing observations from davening at the Kosel and discussing how our tears and yearning for Mashiach are recognized by Hashem. He also addresses the current challenges facing Klal Yisrael, including antisemitism and the ongoing security threats, reminding us that only Hashem has the true answers. Originally produced by JFoundations.