It was a time of miracles, an amazing piece of the Jewish people’s history that today we celebrate as Chanukah. Rabbi Jonathan Bernis recounts the marvelous Chanukah story and reveals its vital connection to Jesus the Messiah. You’ll learn how light the Chanukah lampstand each night (there’s more to it than you might think), and you’ll be encouraged to look for miracles all around you. You’ll see how our faithful, abundant God is in the business of taking our little and turning it into more than enough.

Jonathan and Ezra discuss the power of God’s Word to transform our lives, and especially as we speak it aloud. Reflecting on a name of God found in the book of Genesis, they share encouragement about the God Who Sees you. He knows your name, knows your situation and loves you dearly. In troubled times, these are the assurances we need. Tune in to strengthen your faith and discover how you can stand strong, full of peace and assurance, as you confess the Hebrew Scriptures.

Was Jesus really Jewish, and does it even matter? Yes! Jonathan and Ezra engage in a compelling conversation about Jesus’ Jewish identity and why it matters to both Christians and Jews. Jonathan uncovers five names he found in Matthew’s genealogy of Jesus that shocked him as a Jewish person and why. You’ll learn the insightful meanings of Greek and Hebrew words in some key verses that you may have struggled with. You’ll discover who is behind 2,000 years of negative history between the Church and Jewish people and why it’s so critical that we overcome the misconception that the Gospel isn’t for Jewish people. It is!

Do Believers in Jesus really need the Old Testament? Jonathan and Ezra sit down to discuss why the Old Testament is essential to our understanding of the New Testament. They dig into Psalm 90 to find the Gospel proclaimed in this song of Moses. Psalm 90 makes clear that this life is temporary, but the next one is eternal. Do you know where you’ll spend it?

Is Chanukah the Jewish alternative to Christmas? Discover what Chanukah is about and how this Jewish holiday applies to every Believer in the living God. Rabbi Jonathan Bernis and Ezra Benjamin answer compelling questions that many Believers have surrounding Chanukah and the historical books of First and Second Maccabees. Find out the direct correlation between the observance of Chanukah and our relationship with the Messiah of Israel, Jesus. Learn the difference between a menorah and a chanukiah, and see why this season is a perfect opportunity to rededicate your life to Lord. Receive tips to help you engage in this Festival of Lights alongside Christmas for a holiday season you’ll never forget.

Does the Jewish calendar puzzle you? Jonathan and Ezra sit down to discuss why this distinct system of marking time remains significant today, even when most of the world uses a different calendar. Discover Whose calendar it really is, along with exciting foreshadows and invitations intentionally built into it. Learn why the Jewish New Year is celebrated in the seventh month and a fascinating component about this time of year that points us toward the King of Kings’ return. Whether you’re Jewish or Gentile, the Jewish calendar is important to you. Find out why!