Dec 22, 2020
In this episode of Mysteries of the Messiah with Rabbi Jason Sobel, we explore one of the most blatant errors in the nativity scenes that decorate our homes and churches: the presence of the magi at the manger with the infant Jesus. Who were these mysterious people? When did they arrive in Bethlehem, and how would they...
Dec 15, 2020
Everybody loves a good origin story, and in this episode, Rabbi Jason Sobel describes Chanukah's origin (Hanukkah). We can sum up the essence of this Jewish holiday in two words: fighting and lighting. This celebration restores our hope, faith, and trust that our God is true to His word!
The light of Chanukah...
Dec 8, 2020
O Little Town of Bethlehem is a beloved Christmas carol. The description as “little” seems apt, as even the Prophet referred to it as the least among the clans of Judah (Mic 5:1 TLV). What we discover upon closer examination, however, is that this small village is overflowing with significance. Its very name speaks...
Dec 1, 2020
In this episode, Rabbi Jason Sobel builds from his teaching in episode 4, which explored the details surrounding where Yeshua-Jesus was born (not a barn) and who came to visit Him (not ignorant rabble). One of the signs the angels said to look for was a baby wrapped in “swaddling cloths.” Could this be more than a...
Nov 24, 2020
When you imagine Jesus in a manger what do you see? If the picture is based on popular artwork, you probably envision Him laying on a fluffy pile of hay, in a wooden box, and surrounded by all sorts of animals in a wooden barn. In this episode, Rabbi Jason Sobel unveils the oldest, undisputed truths of the...