A Rabbi Looks At The Last Days - Book Review

Now remember that I have no theology/seminary training. So I am sharing some Scriptures as well for those that would like to study further. ................................................................................................ But first I want to share a few Scriptures on "last days" for Israel and The Church. I researched these Scriptures in a book for those that might want to study further on this matter. ....................................................... Israel ... Isaiah 2:2; Jeremiah 23:20; 49:39; Ezekiel 38:16; Hosea 3:5; Micah 4:1; Acts 2:17 .......................... The Church ... II Timothy 3:1; Hebrews 1:2; James 5:3; II Peter 3:3 ................................................... Scriptures that teach on Israel in Prophecy .. Daniel 9:24-27; Isaiah 28:14-22; Ezekiel 38-39; Zephaniah 2:1-2; Ezekiel 22:17-22 .............................................................................................................. Scriptures that teach on Jerusalem in Prophecy ... Luke 13:33; Matthew 24:21-31; Zechariah 12:2-3; 14:2; Zechariah 12-14; Revelation 20:7-9; II Kings 19:34; Psalm/Tehillim 122:6 ........................................................... Whether the Lord returns again tomorrow, next year, or two hundred years from now should not make any difference in the way we live. The Lord wants His people to recognize the signs of the times and know that His return is at hand. We must be ready. You must be ready! .......................................................................................... Rabbi Bernis states in his book as Christians we are not unequivocally obligated to support every action taken by the State of Israel. He also shares the restoration of the Jewish people to the land is a divine fulfillment of biblical prophecy, and we must support this divine venture. .................................................................... This does not mean that God loves the Jew more than the Arab - the Israeli more than the Palestinian. God loves everyone equally and desires that none should perish, but that all should find everlasting life (John 3:16). God is not a respector of persons. ............................................................................................... In Daniel 12, the prophet Daniel wrote a number of astounding statements under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit. ...................................................................................................................... The Lord tells Daniel to "seal the words of the scroll the time of the end." He then shares with us an amazing revelation that in the last days, "many shall run to and fro, and knowledge shall be increased." ...................... Running "to and fro" indicates an increase in knowledge is clearly related to the technological boom. Information is available at our fingertips in a matter of seconds. To imagine that Daniel saw all this more than 2,500 years ago is nothing short of mind-boggling! ....................................................................................... Jesus was very clear when He told us, "No one knows about that day or hour, not even the angels in heaven, nor Son, but only the Father" (Matthew 24:36). He also said, "Therefore keep watch, because you do not know on what day your Lord will come" (Matthew 24:42). ........................................................................................... He is coming, and it could be very soon. .............................................................................. The Gospel must first be preached throughout the world, and then, only after this happens, the end will come. ....................................................................................................................... In nearly every country of the world a wide variety of people groups can be found - including the Jews. Jews are a migrant people who have been scattered throughout the world. The Jews have had to make their homes in foreign lands throughout the world. ................................................................................................. The United States is a melting pot for a myriad of nations (ethnic groups) that have settled here to find freedom. Italian and Greek communities thrive here, as well as Irish, Chinese, Puerto Rican, Indian, Persian, Arab, Cuban - the list goes on and on. .................................................................................................. In Romans 11:15, we agree that Israel's rejection of Jesus as their Messiah has caused the Gospel to go to the nations (ethnos). ............................................................................................................. Romans 11:11-15 and other verses reveal that there is a linked destiny between Israel and the Church and between Israel and the nations. ...................................................................................................... Believers are reaching out to the nations, including the Jews, in countries around the world. Thousands of Jewish people are coming to faith. The Jewish Voice Ministries International is also equipping the Church to effectively share their faith with their Jewish friends. God has raised up other ministries similar to The Jewish Voice Ministries International that is also reaching out to the Jewish people. ......................................................... My October 28, 2012 Sunday School Lesson taught on Spirit - directed ... Acts 8:26-39. Philip was directed by the operation of God's Spirit. ............................................................................................ The Holy Spirit guides (John 16:13), tells His servants what to preach (I Corinthians 2:13), directs missionaries where to go (Acts 13:2), and tells believers where they are not to go (Acts 16:6, 7). ....................................... The Bible makes it clear that there is only one plan of salvation for all people. Yeshua - Jesus Himself said, "I am the Way and the Truth and the Life. No one comes to the Father except through me" (John 14:6). ........................ Either we believe God's Word or we do not. There is no-in between. And there is no second Gospel for the Jewish people apart from a relationship with Yeshua. ................................................................................ At Jewish Voice Ministries International, they take Paul's model seriously. ........................................... Their minis\try is taking medical, dental and eye clinics to remote parts of the world such as Ethiopia and India. In those clinics they help thousands of non-Jews and share the Gospel with them. In fact they reach more Gentiles than Jews, but their motivation in going to the remote places is to reach out first to the Jewish communities. ............. God is calling us to reach out to the Jewish people with the one message of salvation through His Messiah, Yeshua. ....................................................................................................................... God does not love Jews more than anyone else. God loves us all equally (John 3:16). ................................... Just as their rejection brought the Gospel to the other nations of the world, their restoration will bring about worldwide revival for the nations. .................................................................................... Rabbi Bernis could read Hebrew, but he could not translate it. Although they were called the people of the Book, the only real study he had of the Scriptures was in preparing for his bar-mitzvah - a Jewish ritual rite of passage to signify a thirteen - year old boy's traditional entry into adulthood. ................................................. In reality, Jewish people overall have not rejected the Gospel - they have simply not heard the Gospel in a way that they can understand it. ............................................................................................... How do they believe? They believe by hearing the Word of God! That Word must come to them from someone, and that someone is you! ....................................................................................................... Traveling to Israel and collecting Judaica, sending support to Israel or seeking to be Torah observant are no replacements for the mandate to provoke the Jewish people to jealously and share your faith with that Jewish person whom God has placed in your life. ..................................................................................... God loves the Jewish people. .......................................................................................... It is the heart of the Father to see every son and daughter of Abraham living happily in His Kingdom. He desires for all Abraham's children to come into their ultimate destiny, and that destiny is a relationship with Him. .............. Jews are coming to faith in Yeshua in greater numbers than at any time since the first century. ....................... The Messiah (Jesus)is actually waiting in heaven. He is waiting for God's appointed people to intersect with God's appointed time and fulfill the restoration prophesied in the Word of God (Acts 3:19-21) ............................... And we are witnessing an incredible hunger and interest among Christians to truly understand the Jewish roots of their faith, as well as an increased love and support for Israel and the Jewish people. Overwhelmingly today Christians want to bless Israel and the Jewish people. ................................................................................ What Should We Then Do? ............................................................................................... Live like there is no tomorrow. ....................................................................................... Be vigilant ... Watch and Pray. ....................................................................................... Remain active in all realms of society. ............................................................................... Let you light shine. .................................................................................................. Do not worry about what is to come. ................................................................................... God's desire is that christians be an effective co-worker with Him in bringing to pass His promised last days revival and restoration, not only for Israel and the Jewish people but for the world. ......................................... Pray for your Jewish friends by name because I am convinced as well as Rabbi Bernis that God answers prayer. .......... As a believer, you have something no one else has: n a direct pipeline to the Lord. And He urges christians to call upon Him in prayer. ................................................................................................... Pray that Jewish people - the physical descendants of Abraham, Issac and Jacob - around the world will come to know Yeshua as their Messiah and King. ..................................................................................... Although Jewish people who accept Yeshua HaMashiach (Jesus the Messiah) are often ostracized by their families, friends and business associates, Jews all over the world are turning to Him and becoming Messianic Jews in numbers not seen since the first century. .............................................................................................. A Messianic Jew is a Jew by birth who has come to believe that Jesus - Messianic Jews call Him by His Hebrew name, Yeshua - is the promised Messiah of Israel. ........................................................................... Failing to kill the Messiah as an infant and not realizing that God had planned all along to offer Him as a sacrifice for our sins, Satan then convinced the Jewish and Roman leaders to condemn Yeshua to death. ........................... With the atonement and resurrection of the Messiah at Calvary, the Bible is clear that Yeshua defeated Satan and brought captivity, captive, making an open show of this victory (Colossians 2:14-15). ................................. I received this book from Chosen Books to review. ..................................................................... Rabbi Jonathan Bernis is the president and CEO of Jewish Ministries International. His weekly television show, Jewish Voice is broadcast throughout the world. He has authored a number of books and is a frequent speaker at conferences throughout the USA and abroad. A leader in the Messianic Jewish movement for more than thirty years, He and his wife, Elisangela, live in Phoenix with their two daughters, Liel and Hannah.

Position To Receive - Book Review 2007

Position To Receive ................................................................................................... (Michael Matthew sent me his book March 8, 2007 to review) ............................................................ The author, Michael Matthews of this book is a multi-talented music business executive, artist manager, business consultant, marketing guru, motivational speaker and option trader. ................................................... He serves as a growth and financial consultant to businesses spanning many industries. ................................ There is a lot of valuable information regarding finances, wealth building systems, unorthodox business principles and philosophies. ......................................................................................................... You will want to seek your true gifting first and then pursue further development and training. ....................... The author's philosophy has always been why he can't build his own network verus contributing to someone else's. Don't let finances, lack of education, experience, race, or anything else be an excuse! ..................................... No matter what you decide to do in life make sure you focus on your niche. ............................................ In order to get into the Position To Receive you have to have something in place that will enable you to have endless possibilities. The author is not saying quit your job. The more you work it increases your chances of making more money when you are self-employed. ........................................................................................... The author turned to the Internet. The Internet does not limit you to time confinements, for it is available 24 hours a day - 7 days a week - 52 weeks a year. ................................................................................ The author started his own digital delivery service (music to dj's); it works much like the post office! Instead of sending music by post office to dj's on compact disc, they send it digitally via email. ............................... Anything you actually want out of life the author believes you will have to sow into it. Whether it is your time, money, ability, patience or anything else you have to sow into it. .................................................... The author was watching a DVD one day about a documentary on hip-hop mogul Russell Simmons, and the interviewer asked him, "Why do he do what he do?" Russell simply replied, "To serve..." You see as one of the few African American billionaires in the entertainment business, much less the world, he understands the power of giving, that we are blessed to be a blessing. The author shares he has had the privilege to meet Mr. Simmons and talk with him one on one. ....................................................................................................................... The author also shares he was watching the life story of Comedian Steve Harvey; and Steve said in the interview it's about giving back and helping someone else. ........................................................................... Being an entrepreneur,we tend to live by another level of faith. ...................................................... You can not be afraid to take risks and try something new. ............................................................ You simply can not be afraid to step out and learn something new, try something different and see where your faith takes you. Buckle up, the ride is not always smooth. .................................................................. When the author first started his first internet business he didn't have a clue on how to build websites nor how to market online. As he launched his business back in 2005 who would have thought in its first year it would gross 1000%? ....................................................................................................................... If you want to be successful in life you simply just have to be teachable. Are you the type of person that thinks they know it all? .......................................................................................................... The author remembers one day while visiting at a client's home, he say something very unusual to him a computer with four monitors. His client began asking him if he ever heard of option trading and was the author familiar with the stock market. His client told him that Wall Street and the stock market wasn't going anywhere! He told him to "Go open a TD Waterhouse account (now TD Ameritrade) and I'll teach you." The author went on to become an occasional option trader, making money from day trading options and have now taught others how to do it. ................................ No matter what's going on you have to maintain focus and keep yourself available to hear. ............................. There are two types of voices: one is God's voice within us and the other is God's voice through other people. ........ The author thinks one big problem is a lot of people miss their blessing simply because they didn't hang in there long enough. ............................................................................................................... Don't always look to take short cuts or give up too soon because things don't happen in a certain time. ............... The author has an extensive marketing team that constantly solicits for new prospective clients and generates traffic to the website. They have a consistent advertising campaign that runs month after month on the various search engines to generate sales leads and traffic on the site. All this happens month after month; and sure enough the business is generating consistent revenues and showing above projected growth. .................................................... How about consistency in your finances? Be consistent in your giving. Like in your financial giving in church you need to be consistent. ..................................................................................................... This goes for finances, attendance in church, ministering to others and building His kingdom overall! Malachi 3:10 (NKJV) Try Him. "Bring all the tithes into the storehouse, that there may be food in My house, and try Me now in this," says the Lord of hosts. ............................................................................................... As it is written in Deuteronomy 6:18 (NKJV) it says, "And you shall do what is right and good in the sight of the Lord, that it may be well with you, and that you may go in and possess the good land of which the Lord swore to your fathers." ............................................................................................................. God allows people to come into our lives for a higher purpose, therefore creating the connection. ..................... God uses people to bless you. God will use anyone, anywhere and at anytime to carry out His will and purpose for life! ....................................................................................................................... Many very successful people have a totally different mindset than the average person. ................................. You have to build your network. There are two types of marketing lists: one you build yourself and the other is the one that others build. .................................................................................................... I'm sure if you examine your life you will be able to find evidence of God's will through favor you have received. ....................................................................................................................... There is nothing like God making other people move on your behalf. .................................................... As you work to position yourself, remember to be patient as you pursue your dreams. Make sure you are really ready and can handle what lies ahead. ........................................................................................... Unfortunately in business people profile each other constantly, whether it is a car salesman or a real estate agent profiling exists. People tend to look at things like what kind of car you drive when you pull up. They look at simple things like what kind of clothes you wear; shoes you have on or type of jewelry you have especially your watch. ..................................................................................................................... The various types of publications you subscribe to can lead to other opportunities and information leads. ............. One of the author's personal millionaire friends told him about a way of raising resources that is perfectly legal and allows you to raise resources in the millions. It is called Regulation D offerings also known as Reg. D. Do your own research on the internet and consult with an attorney before attempting a Regulation D offering. ...................... There are so many ways someone can build their credit, eliminate debt and save money. Consult an attorney, financial advisor or do a lot of research to make sure you have a full understanding before attempting any technique. ........... If you haven't received your credit report within the last year, the author suggest you obtain a copy. Carefully examine your credit report for inaccuracies and other information that may not be yours. .............................. There are hundreds of credit repair techniques and companies out there to assist you. ................................. There are several companies that give you leads on lenders that extend credit to those with bad or less than good credit ratings. Sometimes, you have to start over in rebuilding your credit by getting a new credit card. ............. The easiest way is to borrow someone's credit history. There are companies that charge you fees; and they seek out individuals that are willing to add you to their accounts. ............................................................ I will make you inhabited as in former things, and do better for you than at your beginnings. Ezekiel 36:11 (NKJV)

1 of 2 .. 3/17/13 .. Dreams of a Better Tomorrow

Storylane Latest News ... http://www.storylane.com/stories/show/1109697713/storylane-is-joining-facebook ... Unfortunately, Storylane is not accepting new signups anymore... Angela at Storylane .. http://storylane.com/angelawatkins ...................................................................................... My Sunday School Lesson Bible Reading for the week of 3/17/2013 is coming from the Book of Exodus, Judges, Luke and Daniel. ............................................................................................................... 3/11/2013 - Monday - A Guide into the Future - Exodus 23:20-25 .......................................................... 3/12/2013 - Tuesday - A Messenger of Rebuke - Judges 2:1-5 .............................................................. 3/13/2013 - Wednesday - A Messenger with Good News - Luke 1:8-20 ........................................................ 3/14/2013 - Thursday - A Messenger from God - Luke 1:26-38 ............................................................. 3/15/2013 - Friday - A Helper in Understanding - Daniel 8:13-18 ........................................................ 3/16/2013 - Saturday - A Helper in Response to Prayer - Daniel 9:20-27 ................................................. 3/17/2013 - Sunday - A Helper in Facing the Future - Daniel 8:19-26 .................................................... I plan to be back later this week and share my Sunday School Notes.

Financial Statements.xls using Microsoft Excel - Book Review

Mr. Rubin contacted me to review his book when I was the business coach host - editor - writer for a site in 2005. ................................................................. This book is for: Accountants, CPA's, Controllers, Developers, Consultants, and Instructors. ............................ It also includes as a bonus: a CD-Rom which details: Sample Financial Statements in Excel workbook file, Excel workbook files contains all data and formulas covered in the book, A number of free Add- Ins. .................................... The author have been teaching 1000's of finance professionals and heavy Excel users via of a unique course he created. ......................................................................................................................... This book contains two parts: ........................................................................................... Part One: Creating the Financial Statements.xls Workbook ................................................................ This part contains ten chapters. ........................................................................................ Chapter 9: Protecting Financial Data, reviews options that you can use to protect your financial files. ................. Part Two: Analyzing Financial Statements & Creating Management Financial Reports. ....................................... This part contains five chapters. ....................................................................................... Chapter 15: Analyzing Profit Centers, describes how to create the company's Profit Center' Income Statement Reports. ...................................................................................................................... The author, Joseph Rubin, CPA has over 25 years of financial experience in the accounting industry. He has served as CFO, Controller and has run his own CPA practice for years. He is an independent consultant specializing in the development of applications using Microsoft Excel for the financial industry and has instructed 1000's of professionals on Microsoft Excel. ................................................................................................... No part of this book can be reproduced without written permission from the author. .................................... All brand names and product names used in this book are trade names, service marks, trademarks, or registered trade marks of their respective owners.

2 of 2 .. Have Mercy ... 3/10/2013

Sunday School Lesson for 3/120/2013. Unit I. The Kingdom of God. Daniel 9:4b-14 (Devotional Reading with Sunday School Lesson for 3/10/2013 - James 5:13-18). ................................................................................ A Prayer and A Vision (Daniel 9:1-27) ................................................................................. Daniel's Prayer for his people (Daniel 9:1-19) ........................................................................ Prayer -man/woman/child communication with God. Adoration - The praise of God because of His greatness and goodness. ....................................................................................................................... These links below were in my Sunday School Book: Various Methods/Forms of Prayer. ..................................... http://new.gbgm-umc.org/umw/work/mission-education/mission-studies/spiritual-growth/concerning-prayer/ ................ http://new.gbgm-umc.org/umw/work/mission-education/mission-studies/spiritual-growth/ .................................. http://new.gbgm-umc.org/umw/work/mission-education/mission-studies/spiritual-growth/concerning-prayer/forms-of-prayer/ ....................................................................................................................... Daniel 9:4b-14 ........................................................................................................ Verse 4 ... God; Attributes of God As Person; Veracity (veracity - a devotion to the truth) ........................... Verses 5,6 ... Duties To God; Confession; Examples of Confession, National Confessions ................................ (Ezra 9: I Kings 8; Deuteronomy 28 - Reference Scriptures in Sunday School Book) ...................................... Daniel 9:7-10 ......................................................................................................... Verses 7, 8 - Duties To God; Confession; Example of Confession; National Confession ................................... Verse 9 ... God; Attributes Of God As Person; Mercy & Compassion .... Pardon for Sins & Iniquities Promised ........... Verse 10 ... Duties To God; Confession; Examples of Confession, National Confession ................................... Daniel 9:11-14 ........................................................................................................ Verses 11,13 ... Duties To God; Confession; Examples of Confession, National Confessions .............................. Verses 12, 14 ... Mediums & Methods of Revelation; The Prophet's Predictions, Their Fulfilment ........................ (Deuteronomy 28; Deuteronomy 28:11; Deuteronomy 4:40) ................................................................. Deuteronomy 28:1-14 ... The blessings for obedience ................................................................... Deuteronomy 28:15 ... The curses for disobedience (Read past verse 15 for greater study) .............................. Jehovah - Rapha .. The Lord is a healer ... Exodus 15:26 .............................................................. Devotional Reading In Sunday School Book for 3/10/2013 ................................................................ James 5:13-18 ... Promises ............................................................................................ Verses 13-15 ... Health & Healing Promised ............................................................................ Verse 15 ... Health & Healing Promised, God Knows Our Needs & Answers Prayer .......................................... Verses 16,17 ... The Upright are Blessed & Prospered .................................................................. Verse 18 ... Health & Healing Promised ................................................................................ Scripture & reference used/taken from: KJV Precious Promise Bible, KJV Topical Reference Bible, & Zondervan Bible Commentary

International Women's Day - Blogging Tips - 3/8/13

March 8, 2013 is International Women's Day. ........................................................................... Honoring Women. ....................................................................................................... At the time that I checked these urls/links they were all good and family-friendly. ................................... http://www.theheartlinknetwork.com/blog/ .............. Women Blogging Tips ........................................... http://www.oprah.com/health/Biggest-Supermarket-Time-and-Money-Savers-Dr-Oz/1 .... Supermarket Money Saver Tips ....... http://www.oprah.com/money/Save-Money-at-the-Supermarket-Healthy-Grocery-Lists ... How To Eat On A Budget ............. http://www.chookooloonks.com/blog/what-i-want-my-daughter-to-know-iwd ... What I Want My Daugher To Know .............. http://www.womenforwomen.org/ ... Women for Women International/March is International Women's Month .................. http://internationalwomensday.com/ ... International Women's Day 2013 ................................................. http://www.drrobynsilverman.com/body-image/international-womens-day-what-stands-in-the-way-of-more-women-leaders/ ... International Women's Day - What Stands in the way of more Women Leaders .............................................. http://www.moneywisewomenblog.net/ ... Money Wise Women Blog/Learning About Finances .................................. http://www.internetevangelismday.com/blogging.php .......... Christian Blogging Tips/Christian Blog Evangelism ........ A little history on women. ............................................................................................ The status of women was low in the Greco-Roman world. Not many women were given opportunities of an education. Girl babies were often exposed to die since boys were preferred. It was customary, however, for the girl to give her consent and to bring her husband a dowry. ..................................................................................... In a day when the cause of women had few to represent it, Jesus was considerate of their needs: ....................... Luke 10:38-42; Mark 7:24-30; Luke 7:11-17; Luke 7:36-50; Luke 8:43-48; Luke 23:28

3-6-2013 .. True Worship

Jan/Feb/March 2013 Devotional & Educational Quarterly Emphasis is on True Worship. .................................... Devotional Scripture - John 4:23 ...................................................................................... Topic Scripture - John 4:24; 14:26; Romans 5:5; 8:26 .................................................................. Key Verse - "God is a Spirit and they that worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and in truth" (John 4:24) ........... God; Attributes of God As Being; Spirituality ......................................................................... Called To Worship: Psalm/Tehillim 95:6 ... Duties To God; Prayer; Externals of Prayer, Kneeling (There are different modes/postures for prayer) ............................................................................................ John 4:23; Duties To God; Prayer; Conditions of Acceptable Prayer, In Sincerity ....................................... John 14:26 ... God; Holy Spirit; Promised ... Gifts and Fruits of the Spirit Promised ................................. Romans 5:5 .. God; Holy Spirit; Effects ... Gifts and Fruits of the Spirit Promised ................................... Romans 8:26 ... God; Holy Spirit; Personality .... God; Holy Spirit; Offices .......................................... Devotional Message - John 3:6; 6:63 ................................................................................... John 3:6 ... Man Redeemed; Effectual Calling; The New Birth a Necessity ............................................... John 6:63 ... Man Redeemed; Blessedness of The New Life; The Indwelling of the Spirit ................................. Topic Discussion - Matthew 28:19; II Corinthians 13:13; John 16:13-15; John 5:26; I Corinthians 8:6; Ephesians 3:14-15; Philippians 2:5-6; Colossians 1:14-16; Hebrews 1:1-3; John 14:26; Hebrews 1:1-3; John 14:26; 15:26; Galatians 4:6; Ephesians 2:18; Genesis 1:26,27; Genesis 2:7; Job 33:4; Exodus 34:14; Isaiah 2:8; Acts 10:25,26; Revelation 22:8,9; James 4:8; I John 1:5-7; I John 1:8-9; I Thessalonians 4:11; II Timothy 2:15; John 14:23-24; I Thessalonians 5:17; Joshua 1:8; Psalm/Tehillim 1; James 2:17-24; Philippians 1:27; Matthew 6:33; John 13:34, 35; Romans 5:5 Question: Are you the worshipper that God is searching for? ........................................................... Reflection/Personal Assignment: Mediate/reflect on your devotional life. .............................................. Scripture & Reference taken/used from: KJV Topical Reference Bible & KJV Precious Promise Bible