Marty McFly once said to Doc Brown about the responsibility of the space-time continuum, "That's heavy!" Interestingly, the Hebrew word for honor means heavy or weighty. The way we honor our parents, which is the fifth commandment of the ten, has a direct impact on how we honor God and other people around us. It's a heavy responsibility that we hav…

It is important to practice what you preach and let your beliefs influence your actions and words. This will help you live a more authentic and truthful life. As Paul advised Timothy, let us help you "Live What You Teach!" Link: https://restoration.subspla.sh/fxb36jz #thehappyrabbi #seattle #jewish #messianic #restorationseattle #JewishinSeattle…

Everyone has choices in life. The Psalmist highlights the fact that the people we associate with can greatly impact our attitudes and behaviors, and that it is important to choose our companions wisely. This age-old lesson still holds true today, as the company we keep has the potential to either uplift us or bring us down. Choices matter and the w…

God is always with us, even when we can't see or feel His presence. And sometimes, the difficult and painful experiences we go through can lead us to greater joy and growth in the end. It's like God is throwing a party for us, inviting us to embrace all of life's ups and downs and celebrate the journey. This Purim, amidst the chaos of the world, we…

Take a journey through Biblical & Historical context to understand the Gospel through a bronze snake on a pole in the Torah. Jesus uses this symbol to explain the concept of being born again to a Pharisee. The story's central message, in John 3, is that one can avoid condemnation and death by believing, repenting, and living. The path to life requi…

The Pharisees accused Yeshua of breaking the Sabbath in the First Century. They were developing their own system of interpretation of the Written Torah, which became known as the Oral Torah. The accusations had more to do with their own authority and man-made laws than the commandments of God. Let us show you what Jesus said about Shabbat and how H…

In the community (ekklesia) of the Living God, all leaders must follow the service model laid out in the Torah and by Paul in 1 Timothy 3. It is important to avoid the benefaction model of Ancient Rome, which was based on personal gain and instead use our position as a platform to serve others. The ultimate goal is to become humble servants, rather…

It is not necessary to be extraordinary or "extra-ordinary" to influence others. In fact, you can achieve this through ordinariness. Living a life of "faithfulness and love and holiness, with sound judgment," and striving to lead a peaceful and quiet life while embodying godliness and respectfulness are the keys to influencing others. It is importa…

In 1 Timothy 2, Paul advised Timothy to live with godliness and respect towards everyone. He emphasized the superiority of Yeshua over Artemis in Ephesus, a city dominated by the Temple of Artemis, without ever mentioning her name. Paul warned Timothy that having bad character, even when doing things right, leads to doing everything wrong and havin…

Paul had a realization long before the Oral Torah was codified. He understood that man-made rules are not Torah. While customs, traditions, guidelines, and rules are not inherently bad, they become problematic when people add their own man-made rules to God's commandments and treat them as equal to the Written Torah. Paul found that Messiah is the …

In a world where social media has made it challenging to distinguish between real and self-proclaimed experts, it's important to choose battles wisely. Paul's advice to Timothy on fighting the good fight against those misusing the Torah to harm people in Ephesus is a reminder to stand up for what's right without getting caught up in unnecessary con…

Everyone knows the Jewish people are chosen by God, but most, including most Jewish people themselves, do not know the purpose of this chosenness. The truth is that we are chosen to make the God of Israel known to the nations. Through Yeshua, Gentiles are also chosen for the same purpose - to make God known. If you want to make a difference watch t…

The more you learn to live in freedom, the easier it becomes to discover your God-given identity. It's not just about what we feel and think about ourselves, but our identity as defined by the One who created us and formed us in our mother's womb. God knows us better because He made us with certain things in mind for us to be and do. Watch "Discove…

Humans were made to not be alone, we were created for relationships and connection God and with other people. Having other people in their lives to share experiences, joys, and struggles is crucial for mental, emotional and spiritul well-being. Being a part of a local community where people are seeking to grow in love of God and others is more impo…

God's promises always come with a guaranteed outcome, unlike human promises. We were designed to be different, and this uniqueness is meant to give hope to those searching for their identity. This started with the Jewish people and was extended to the Gentiles through Yeshua. We want to help people know God and find their idenity in Him. Link: #the…

Rabbi Matt shares the wisdom he gained from his father as the Rosenberg family celebrates Rabbi David Rosenberg's 34 years of ministry and his retirement. Rabbi Matt also talks about Jacob, commonly known as James, and the ancient way of wisdom that he writes about in his letter to Jewish followers of his brother, Yeshua. Check out “Lessons from My…

Bread symbolizes provision in Judaism. The Apostle Paul emphasized showing gratitude to Jews in Jerusalem for bringing the Gospel to the Gentiles. We need to care for Messianic Jews in Jerusalem, empowering them to share the Gospel throughout Israel among both Jews and Gentiles. Link: https://restoration.subspla.sh/pnyddr3 #thehappyrabbi #seattle #…

It's really important to understand the difference between sympathy and empathy when we interact with others. While sympathy is more about feeling sorry for someone, empathy is about understanding what they're going through and connecting with them on a deeper level. As followers of God, we should strive to show empathy to others just as He shows m…

God's provision is always better than anything we can provide for ourselves. Even in uncomfortable seasons, we should trust in Him. God will work in all things to get and keep our attention. His desire is to free us from the limitations of our man-made shelters and give us something better: His provisions for us. Link: https://restoration.subspla.s…

Being close to God can help us find goodness even in the worst situations. Mastering our anger means recognizing the difference between good and bad anger, finding the goodness of God in every season of our lives. Watch "The Good Life" as we explore God's goodness and anger in the stories of Cain, Jonah, and the prodigal son. Through their examples…

It's funny how we tend to compare ourselves to the best people in the Bible, even though they don't always have the most admirable traits. We often ignore the negative qualities of these characters and fail to acknowledge that we possess them as well. This self-righteous attitude leads us to make unfair judgments about ourselves, others, and even G…

God's plan from the beginning was to separate the Jewish people from the nations, so that they could be a blessing to those nations. As a result, the Jewish people have the privilege of welcoming everyone to the family of God, regardless of their background. The God of Jonah and Peter is calling you back to Himself today. His desire is to save all …

So many people seem to be exhausted and drained personally and with all that is happening in the world around us. If there's anyone who deserves to feel that way, it's God. He made promises to people who often forget to remember them. Yet, God continues to keep his word to a forgetful people. In today's message we talk about not losing hope, especi…

You’ve heard it said, “Mercy is for the weak”, but we say, “It takes great strength to repsond to hard things with mercy!” It's natural for us to feel anger and seek revenge when we are wronged. However, if we consider the mercy that God has shown us, which was undeserved, why would we want anyone to do something to earn mercy? If you're interested…

It's interesting how having knowledge and insight doesn't always translate into applying it to our own lives. The story of Jonah is a great example of this, where he was unable to apply wisdom to himself while in the belly of the fish. It's a reminder for all of us to be self-aware and apply what we know to better our own lives. Watch "Under To Sea…

If you or someone you love is going through a tough time that feels like the end of the world, we highly recommend watching "The Sign," part 5 of Jonah. The Bible is full of stories that showcase death and resurrection, no where more clear than Jonah. The very thing that seemed like it would kill Jonah (being swallowed by a fish) became the vehicle…

Have you ever noticed that there are three things in life we all try to control, but simply can't? These are time, death, and the randomness of life. As Sukkot draws to a close, we are reminded of the book of Ecclesiastes and the wisdom it offers. Instead of trying to control the uncontrollable, we should focus on experiencing joy in our lives. Spe…

It's crazy how the book of Jonah flips the script on what we typically think of as a savior. Instead of being this heroic figure like Moses, Jonah is the opposite: the savior we don't need. It's important for us to remember that we can't always handle everything on our own and that we need help. Even though we may want to rely solely on ourselves, …

Have you ever wondered why we sometimes find ourselves in difficult situations? The Bible teaches that not every hardship we face is a result of our own mistakes, but it does warn us that every sin we commit will eventually lead to trouble. This is exactly what happened to Jonah when he found himself caught in a violent storm. The storm was not the…

Have you ever felt superior to others and looked down on them? If so, you're not alone. The upside-down story of Jonah teaches us the importance of showing mercy, even to those we may believe don't deserve it. When we recognize that we have received undeserved mercy, we can learn to freely extend it to others. Tune in to part 2 of our Jonah series …

Jonah is the worst prophet in the Bible. He could hear God clearly but chose to run the other way from God's plan for his life. Jonah is a mirror you can hold up to see your own sin. Jonah is not just the worst...he is just like you! Jump in the water as we start a new series on the book of Jonah for Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur and Sukkot. Link: https…

Yeshua came to turn us from our sins and to take his throne as both the King of Israel and the King of the Nations. He came, died, rose, ascended and sent his Spirit so the whole world would recognize Him as King! The Good News, for Jew and Gentile, is we can turn from our sins and submit to the One true King. Let us show you how. Link: https://res…

You may not know what a “goad” is but understanding might change your life. It’s the age old story: God sets direction and we kick against that direction. When we kick it brings more pain and suffering. What would happen if you stopped kicking against God’s direction? Watch as we show you how to “stop kicking goads!” Link: https://restoration.subsp…

Did you know that the hope of the resurrection is more Jewish than pastrami on rye? Throughout the Bible the Jewish people experienced exile and return. Exile is a form of death and disconnection and return is a form of new life or resurrection. Watch this message if you or someone you love needs to find hope today! Link: https://restoration.subspl…

Q: What’s love got to do with it? A: Everything! Watch this weeks message as we ask a simple question that has to the potential to change your life: What does love require of you? Link: https://restoration.subspla.sh/6dh2qy4 #thehappyrabbi #seattle #jewish #messianic #restorationseattle #JewishinSeattle…

We all have the choice between following God’s road or our own road. We are always a work in progress and God knows there is “Road Work Ahead” for us. Watch as Jevon Washington walks us through how to choose God’s road for your life. Link: https://restoration.subspla.sh/7jbqxy7 #seattle #jewish #messianic #restorationseattle #JewishinSeattle…

Watch as Jevon Washington walks us through the importance of true friendship and real forgiveness. You don’t want to miss the impactful message! Link: https://restoration.subspla.sh/h5wxmf8 #seattle #jewish #messianic #restorationseattle #JewishinSeattle

Watch as Aybars Uckun leads us through Part 2 of How to Overcome Anxiety with a message called "Be Humble & Let it Go." You don't want to miss this message if you or a loved one struggles with anxiety. Link: https://restoration.subspla.sh/45nb5hw #seattle #jewish #messianic #restorationseattle #JewishinSeattle…

Watch as Aybars Uckun leads us through Part 1 of How to Overcome Anxiety with a message called "Stay Balanced & Take the Hit." You don't want to miss this message if you or a loved one struggles with anxiety. Link: https://restoration.subspla.sh/5kvzb6c #seattle #jewish #messianic #restorationseattle #JewishinSeattle…

Watch this weeks message as Mike Labrum walks us through the idea that “He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion and it happens one day at a time.” You will be encouraged! Link: https://restoration.subspla.sh/4hympnc #seattle #jewish #messianic #restorationseattle #JewishinSeattle…

The scriptures are full of examples of hospitality. Genesis 18 shows us a time when Abraham’s hospitality, created an opportunity to experience deeper relationship, blessing, and revelation from God. It’s the same for us; hospitality can be a vehicle where we can experience these things for ourselves and open doors for others to know Yeshua. Watch …

Everyone belongs in the family of God. Watch as Aybars Uckun shows us why every human being belongs in the family of God by design! Link here: https://restoration.subspla.sh/nw46qrz #seattle #jewish #messianic #restorationseattle #JewishinSeattle

Paul challenges both the leaders of Jerusalem and the leaders of Rome to show us how to respond to injustice. In this message we discuss the question, what do you do with the power and authority God has given you? Link here: https://restoration.subspla.sh/92fck39 #thehappyrabbi #seattle #jewish #messianic #restorationseattle #JewishinSeattle…

Your identity doesn’t mean a thing if it is NOT connected to the One who gave you the identity in the first place! Watch as we talk about how to find a hope-filled identity in Yeshua! Link here: https://restoration.subspla.sh/8xvbr57 #thehappyrabbi #seattle #jewish #messianic #restorationseattle #JewishinSeattle…

Each one of us was made in God's image! Today we talk how to live like it's true. Link here: https://restoration.subspla.sh/4svjcfy #thehappyrabbi #seattle #jewish #messianic #restorationseattle #JewishinSeattleעל ידי Matt Rosenberg

Did you know there is a connection between bread, provision, & gratitude throughout the Bible? Watch this message and you will find practical ways to find gratitude in God’s provision of bread for you and your family! Link here: https://restoration.subspla.sh/xcjmhw6 #thehappyrabbi #seattle #jewish #messianic #restorationseattle #JewishinSeattle…

What are your convictions, persuasions, and opinions? Do you know the difference between the three? A persuasion wrongly categorized as a conviction becomes expectations we put on others that we cannot live up to ourselves! Watch this message if you want to stop judging the world and live for something better! Link here: https://restoration.subspla…

We are a community in Seattle of ordinary people who believe in an extraordinary God. We can say with confidence, God uses ordinary people to accomplish extraordinary things. You don’t want to miss this life-giving message about how God can move through you to the people around you! Link here: #thehappyrabbi #seattle #jewish #messianic #restoration…

You ever tell a story without knowing the whole story? Apollos, a Jewish man from Alexandria, began teaching about Jesus but was not aware of the death, resurrection, and giving of the Holy Spirit. He humbled himself and was willing to learn the parts he was missing, which enabled him to teach the whole story. Watch this week’s message and learn ho…

Gallio, a Roman governor, understood the preaching of the Gospel as a Jewish issue. What the what?! But Jews are NOT supposed to believe in Jesus, right? Watch as we walk through part 2 of Acts 18 in a message called “Words, Names, & Torah.” Link here: https://restoration.subspla.sh/4dmw53g #thehappyrabbi #seattle #jewish #messianic #restorationsea…