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A Lesson From History
Inspired by the question, "If Christianity has Jewish Roots, how did it become so "Un-Jewish" today?", this study traces the history of the Church from the events surrounding the separation of Believing Jews from the rest of the Jewish community in 1st Century Israel to the re-emergence of Messianic Judaism in modern times in an attempt to provide an answer.
Child of the Covenant - Coming of Age
Emphasizes the importance of a "rite of passage" and encourages parents and other adults to purposefully help prepare children to step into their adult role in the Community of Faith.
Far Above Rubies - Living a Proberbs 31 Life
The words of Proverbs 31 relating to the virtuous woman seem to many an impossible and lofty ideal that can never be reached in our personal "day to day" lives. She is known, not as The Virtuous Women, but the Impossible Woman. But is that stigma deserved?
Jewish Background to Christian Baptism
All of us are aware of the concept of baptism, even though we might not agree about the level of importance it holds for the Believer. We're also aware of the disagreements concerning just what "baptism" is or where it came from.This study is designed to help us answer these questions as we seek to understand baptism from the cultural context of First Century Israel.
Messiah in the Passover
See how the traditional Jewish Passover Celebration is all about our Messiah. An enriching celebration that deepens our understanding of what Yeshua has done for us in the past and will do for us in the future.
The Appointed Times
An overview of the “Appointed Times of God” which shows how all of God's plans - from creation to eternity - are wonderfully and ingeniously revealed in the timing and traditions of these seven festivals.
The Bridegroom of Believers
Designed to help show how the ancient Jewish customs of marriage serve as a “living parable” to illustrate the covenant relationship between Our Lord and His Church.
The Genesis Foundation
This study helps to begin equipping Believers to better defend their faith by illustrating how believing and understanding the book of Genesis is prerequisite to an understanding of God and His relationship to man - and to all the teachings of Scripture.
The Jewish Roots of the Christian Faith
Designed to help us better understand our faith, our Scriptures and our Savior, this introductory study illustrates the importance of understanding the Hebraic Background of Christianity.
The Trinity and Jewish Thought
The Ancient sages struggled with several portions of the Hebrew Scriptures and their implications of the "compound unity" of God. This study shows how ancient (and often, modern) Jewish thought confirms the fact that there is one God whose oneness is complex.
Tradition and the Christian Life
What were the traditions Paul wrote of and what role, if any, do they play in the life of the Believer today? This study is designed to answer these questions and help us to see that the danger lies not in tradition itself, but in tradition becoming an empty ritual.
What Did the Rabbi's Say?
An eye-opening study of ancient rabbinical thought concerning Messianic Prophesies - who he would be - what he would do - and why he would come.

Study Indexes

Study Index
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Biblical Feasts & Holy Days
Culture & Customs
Doctrine & Theology
Foundations of Faith Series
Miscellaneous

Studies

Are the Ten Tribes Really Lost?
An examination of the "Lost Tribes of Israel Theory" and some of the resulting doctrines.
Counting Up to the Harvest
A study of Sfirat HaOmer, the time between the Feasts of First Fruits and Shavuot (Pentecost).
Critique of the Two House Theory
A critical look at the Two House or Church as Ephriam Theory
Crash Course on the Middle East Conflict
An article by Steve Maltz of Shaltshakers Messianic Ministries, presenting a few forgotten facts that shed light on this highly emotional and controversial topic.
Hanukkah - Feast of Dedication
A look at the history, traditions, customs and meaning of Hanukkah, especially for those who follow the Jewish Messiah, Yeshua.
Hebrew Idioms in the New Testament
A look at a few of the "Hebraisims" - Jewish "figures of speech" found in the New Testament writings that help clarify the meaning of some of the more difficult passages in Scripture.
In Remembrance of What? Mystery of the Feast of Trumpets
A study of the Feast of Trumpets (Yom T'ruach or Rosh Hashanah) - the fifth of the Levitical feasts. Focuses on the Ten Remebrances and the prophetic significance of the feast.
In the Fullness of Time
A look at of Galations 4:4 as it relates to the cultural contect of Scripture, helping us to understand the height of Messianic Expectation in the First Century AD.
Intro to Jewish Roots of Christianity
An introduction to the importance of understanding the Hebraic background of the Christian faith.
Is Baptism Necessary for Salvation?
A look at the arguments for and against Baptismal Regeneration.
Is It That Important?
A discussion of the facts and implications of the Jewish Roots of the Christian Faith.
Jesus, Who?
An article by T.A. McMahon, discussing the importance of knowing Jesus as He truly is, not as someone has wittingly or unwittingly imagined or devised.
Judge, Not?
Discusses the question of a Believer's right or obligation to judge, or to refrain from judging.
"Let Us" - Plural References to God in Scripture
A look at the antiquity of the belief in the "compound unity" of God. This study on the plural references to God in the Old Testament texts and many of the explanations offered by those who reject the "plurality in unity" of God.
Messiah in the Feast of Tabernacles
A study of the Feast of Tabernacles - the seventh of the Levitical feasts, looking at the Messianic significance of this final Appointed Time of God.
Messiah in the Passover
A study of Passover, which beautifully depicts the life, death, and resurrection of our Messiah and provides the background of The Lord's Supper.
Messianic Judaism and Traditional Christianity - Similarities and Differences
A look at the similarities and differences between Messianic Judaism and "Traditional" or "Mainstream" Christianity. Inludes links to several articles for further study.
Messianic Judaism vs. Rabbinical Judaism
A disccusion of the foundational issues that define the difference between Messianic Judaism and Rabbinic Judaism
Of Conflicts and Contention
Seeks to answer the question, "Is there an appropriate palce for conflict in the life of the Believer?"
Scriptural Portraits of the Holy Spirit
A suppliment to the study of Shavuot, (Pentecost) looking at the many "pictures" of the Holy Spirit found in Scripture.
Some of Christianity's Dirty Words
A look at the definitions of many words and terms that are often avoided by Christians.
The Bridegroom of Believers
How the ancient Jewish marriage traditions deepen our understanding of the relationship between Messiah and His Church.
The Doctrine of Eternal Security
A discussion of this controvercial topic, what it is, why its important, what makes it so controvercial and why many reject it.
The Feast of Purim - Part One
A study of the yearly festival commemorating the deliverance of the Jewish people described in the Biblical book of Esther.
The Feast of Purim - Part Two
Continuation of the study of the yearly festival commemorating the deliverance of the Jewish people described in the Biblical book of Esther.
The Feast of Trumpets - Sound the Shofar
A study of the Feast of Trumpets (Yom T'ruach or Rosh Hashanah) - the fifth of the Levitical feasts. Focuses on the emphasis on repentance and the significnace of the shofar.
The Feast of Weeks - Pentecost
A study of the last of the Spring Feasts, better known to Christians as Pentecost. Looks at many of the contrasts and comparisions between the giving of the Torah and the giving of the Spirit and many other significant traditions associated with this "appointed day" of God.
The Jewish Background of Christian Baptism
A study of ceremonial washing (mikveh) as the antecedent to baptism. providing insights that help enlighten our understanding.
The Letter
Marji's testimony, in the form of a letter she wrote to her family which tells the story of her journey toward faith in Yeshua.
The Logos/Memra of the Lord
A look at the antiquity of the belief in the "compound unity" of God. Focuses on the concept of the Divine Word - Logos - Memra of the Lord, using evidences from the Aramiaic Targums.
The Media and the Middle East
A look at evidences and examples of the growing trend towards "anti-Israeli" attidue in the media.
The Messianic Seal
A look at the meaning behind what is known as The Messianic Seal, a symbol of the early church recently discovered in Israel.
The Sabbath - Rest and Restoration
A study of the meaning of God's Appointed Time of Rest, trying to lay a solid foundation upon which to build our understanding and celebration of this day. Includes a walk through of an abbreviated "Cyber Celebration" of the Sabbath as it is celebrated in our home.
The Shema - Hear, Oh Israel
A look at the antiquity of the belief in the "compound unity" of God. Focuses on the Shema from Deuteronomy 6:24 and some quotes from ancient rabbinical writings that shed light on the concept of the "compound unity" of God.
The Spring Feasts - An Overview
An overview of the first two "appointed days" of God and one of the customs associated with preparation for the Passover that has special significance - bedikat chametz - the Search for Leaven.
The Spring Feasts - Unleavened Bread and First Fruits
A look at the prophetic and spiritual symbolism found in the second & third Appointed Days of God.
The Will of Man and the Sovereignty of God
A short study on the concept of Free Will
Yom Kippur - The Day of Atonement
A study of the Day of Atonement - the sixth of the Levitical feasts.

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Stone Haven Retreat Center

Stone Haven Retreat
A summary of our vision for Stone Haven Retreat.

Long Term Plan Overview
A more detailed explanation of the vision and plans for Stone Haven Retreat.
Plans & Progress Journal
Follows the development of Stone Haven Retreat Center.
Proposed Layout
Topographical map with proposed raods and building sites.
Property Description
Written descripton of the property with pictures.
Stone Haven Picture Index
Thumbnails of pictures taken of the property with links to a full size picture gallery.

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This and That

Music Room
Songs (audio and video) recorded by Randy and Marji which play through your media player plug-in.
Bible Challenge
Fun way to test and improve your knowledge of Scripture.
Daily Bible Trivia
Fun way to test and improve your knowledge of Scripture.