Welcome to the podcast of Shema Yisrael in Rochester, NY. We are a Messianic Jewish Congregation that loves Yeshua. The following are a list of the teachings that have been brought to the congregation during our weekly services at 11:30 a.m. If you happen to be in the area you should look us up.
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The broken heart... What is it? How does it happen? What are the effects? Can it be healed? AND DO I HAVE ONE?In looking back at my own journey and hearing the journeys of thousands of others, I have come to the conclusion that many people are indeed dealing with a broken heart day in and day out and don't even know it.How can so many be dealing wi…
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Do you need healing from a chronic, incurable disease? Have you tried doctors, medications, natural remedies, and chiropractors and still not been healed? Did you know the Bible says there are spiritual causes or roots of many incurable diseases? Are you aware this Biblical understanding has been used to bring healing to thousands and can bring hea…
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As believers in Yeshua, we know our great hope is not founded on anything in this life, but in the first resurrection to come for all those that have repented and put their trust in Yeshua for the forgiveness of sins and the gift of eternal life. But we still struggle... We struggle with life circumstances and situations, we are still subjected to …
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Do you know how Intentional Thinking can keep you from suffering bad consequences? Do you know why it is so important to restore broken relationships? How do broken relationships contribute to spiritual bondage? What connection is there between your treasures and the devil's foothold in your life? Watch this sermon by Pastor Tom Burgo from Saturday…
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What is the spiritual meaning of the Passover tradition of Bedikat Khametz, that is, the Search for the Khametz (leaven)? Who is G-d transforming you to be like? What is G-d using to bring about your transformation? How can you participate in that transformation? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on Shabbat, March 18…
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The book of Proverbs is full of great wisdom. But, have you ever paralleled the Proverbs to any other book in the Bible? Join David Levitt as he goes through the Scriptures and shows many parallels between the book of Proverbs and the book of Esther. This sermon was taught on March 11, 2023, the 18th day of Adar 5783. To learn more about or from Co…
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Why is G-d not mentioned in the Book of Esther? Why did Mordecai refuse to bow to Haman? What are the 12 other questions raised by the Book of Esther, and what are the answers to those questions? What lessons in spiritual warfare can we learn from this book? This sermon was taught on March 4, 2023, the 11th day of Adar 5783. To learn more about or …
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Our youth are in trouble and the world is offering the same solutions that have not worked for decades. What is our place and our responsibility as the Body of Messiah to bring hope to this next generations. Should we sweep the problem under the rug or should we look it head on, repent of our failures, and get to work in restoring the path of life …
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Do you know how Yeshua interpreted the 10 Commandments? If G-d were to judge you based on whether you've kept these commandments, would you be found innocent or guilty? If you would be found guilty what would your eternal destiny be, heaven or hell? If you're not sure your eternal destiny would be heaven, and this concerns you, listen to this teach…
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What is apostasy? How is it spread? What ideologies are actually apostasy in the church and in the US and Western culture? Where will this apostasy lead? How can you stand against apostasy? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on January 28, 2023, the 6th day of Shvat, 5783. To learn more about or from Congregation Shem…
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Learn how prophecies coming to pass in the land of Israel can increase our faith for more prophecy to be fulfilled. Also, learn how David has been personally impacted. Watch this teaching taught on February 4, 2023, the 13th day of Shevat 5783. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayis…
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Do you sometimes feel frustrated when you try to deal with the spiritual opposition you encounter? Are you able to see what G-d is doing all around you and through you? How did human interactions with the spirit world change on the day of Shavuot (Pentecost)? What does G-d require of you before He will give you the ability to see into the spirit wo…
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Dedication from the L-rd is not just for those confidently walking with Him but also for those who have lost their way. If Yeshua was the example of what a citizen of the Kingdom should look like, are you ready to be part of that Kingdom? Watch this teaching to see why dedication and humility are inseparable virtues and how you can be part of His K…
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Why should Chanukah be an important holiday for all followers of Yeshua? How have the past 60 years in America been similar to the days when Israel was under the dominion of the Syrian-Greek king Antiochus Epiphanes? What Judeo-Christian values of the US, Israel, and the Western world are based on scripture? How has the attack on these values incre…
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There is a draw of information everywhere we look around us that can make us afraid. How can we listen to this information and yet not be afraid? What does the Word have to say about this? Listen to this sermon from Saturday, January 21, 2023, the 28th day of Tevet 5783. For the sermon 'Let Not Your Heart Be Afraid' audio CLICK HERE Link to the Pod…
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This sermon was taught on January 14, 2022, the 21st day of Tevet 5783. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org. To listen to the audio version of the sermon Intentional Thinking CLICK HERE.CSY tarafından oluşturuldu
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Are you a spiritual hoarder? Do you realize that you became a new person when you choose to trust in Yeshua as your Lord? Do you understand how holding on to your old self can put you in spiritual bondage? Have you let go of your old identity and chosen to walk in your new identity in Messiah? Do you have unresolved sin that is contributing to the …
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Is temptation from G-d? Was Jesus ever tempted? Why is this important to understand for your journey as a believer? Join David Levitt as he teaches through the purpose of temptation. This sermon was given on December 10, 2022, the 16th day of Kislev 5783. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at w…
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What are the benefits of being thankful? Do you have a purpose in life and are you thankful for having it? How can your expectations prevent you from being thankful? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on November 26, 2022, the 2nd of Kislev 5783. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Faceboo…
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Have you ever seen the parallels in the Old Testament of the physical tabernacle and the description in the New Testament? It is not a coincidence. Listen as Rabbi Jim expounds on this intriguing topic. Sermon taught at Congregation Shema Yisrael on November 12, 2022, the 18th of Cheshvan 5783. Click Here to listen to the audio of The Prophetic Tab…
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What does your tongue have to do with the fear of the Lord? Come and learn with Rabbi David Levitt about the three basic points of fearing the Lord. This sermon was from the service on November 5, 2022, the 11th of Cheshvan 5783. To learn more about or from Congregation Shema Yisrael visit our Facebook page or website at www.shemayisrael.org. Sermo…
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Sermon on October 29, 2022, the 4th of Cheshvan, 5783. What are the narrow and broad definitions of the occult? Why is God so adamant that His children stay away from the occult? What are the spiritual origins of Halloween? Who keeps Halloween as a significant spiritual holiday? Rabbi Jim answers these questions and more in this teaching given on O…
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Sermon on October 22, 2022, the 27th of Tishrei 5783 Simchat Torah... Literally to rejoice in the Torah. But why? It is always important to understand the reason you do something. Join Rabbi David Levitt as he teaches through part of Psalm 19 and gives us the reasons we can truly rejoice in the Torah. Perhaps there are some reasons to rejoice you h…
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What is your promised land? What 18 lessons can you learn to help you reach your promised land from the experiences of the Israelites, as they journeyed from Egypt to their promised land while living in sukkot (temporary dwellings)? What happens when you fail to learn one of the lessons G-d is teaching you on your journey? Rabbi Jim answers these q…
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