Yeshua and the Shabbat Rabbi Dr. Joshua Brumbach February 21, 2026 Most people skim Matthew 12 — but hidden in this chapter is a halakhic debate that could make or break Yeshua’s Messianic identity. In this teaching, Rabbi Brumbach walks through the grainfield incident and the healing of the man with the withered hand to show why these moments are anything but trivial. Through David’s example, priestly service, and the principles of pikuach nefesh, kal v’chomer, and relational halakhah, Yeshua demonstrates that His actions do not violate Shabbat but instead uphold Torah with compassion and precision. This message reveals how Yeshua prioritizes human dignity, clarifies what is truly permitted on Shabbat, and teaches us that when commandments collide, the mitzvot that restore life and relationship take precedence. It’s a powerful reminder that Shabbat is not only about rest, but about seeing people as God sees them — and acting accordingly. For more information, visit simchatyisrael.org.