Ephesians 2:11-13 - Once Without God, Now Made Nigh by the Blood of Messiah
From Ephesians 2:11-13, Gideon Levytam points to the spiritual and eternal blessings that non Jewish believers in Jesus the Messiah possess, when they turn to Him in faith. They were once excluded from citizenship in Israel, foreigners to the covenants with God, and without hope. Through faith in the person and work of Jesus the Messiah, who died as a sacrifice for them, they are now brought nigh to God.
The Parable of the Master and Servant (מָשָל הָאָדוֹן וֶהָמֶשָרֶת)
In the Parable of the Master and the Servant, found in Luke 17:7-10, Jesus the Messiah was preparing His disciples for His departure, through His death and resurrection. Gideon Levytam points to the fact that in this Parable, Yeshua teaches them regarding the need to serve God and His people, willingly and faithfully, which is the duty and responsibility of every true servant. And that when his time of service will come to an end, the faithful servant will count it both an honour and privilege to have served God.
The Seven I AMs of Jesus the Messiah - The Way, the Truth, and the Life
Gideon Levytam presents the sixth of the Seven I AM statements found in John 14:6 - "I Am the Way, the Truth, and the Life“ (הַדֶּרֶךְ וְהָאֱמֶת וְהַחַיִּים). Jesus the Messiah was about to die on a roman cross. His disciples were troubled and sad, knowing He would be leaving them. Yeshua comforts them with the promise that He would return and receive them to His Father’s house in heaven. Jesus the Messiah assured them on the basis of God’s Word, that He is the WAY to God, that TRUTH is found in Him and that He is the LIFE giver, to anyone who believes on Him. Watch the Series: - Introduction: https://youtu.be/jKw4d3JZdUQ - The Bread of Life: https://youtu.be/B6pJ7ZR3zGc - The Light of the World: https://youtu.be/QzgBAn9iShU - The Door: https://youtu.be/uTLOQ934zKc - The Good Shepherd: https://youtu.be/vCGmDZxKnn8 - The Resurrection and the Life: https://youtu.be/yxBnDp2gVDk - The Way, the Truth, and the Life: https://youtu.be/940EWpVHI9Q The Holy Scriptures and Israel was founded for the purpose of sharing God’s word with the Jewish people. You can learn more about our ministry at https://www.holyscripturesandisrael.com.
Ephesians 2:4-10 - Saved by Messiah's Grace and Not By Man's Works
From Ephesians 2:4-10, Gideon Levytam points to the kindness of God who is rich in mercy. God extended His grace to the world by sending the promised Messiah, who died as a substitute for the sins of the world. Whoever believes God’s word and receives Yeshua / Jesus the Messiah is forgiven and possess life eternal. This great salvation is entirely God’s gift of grace, it has nothing to do with man's good works.
The Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus (מָשָל הָאִיש הָעָשִיר וֶאֶלִיעֶזֶר הָקָבְצָן)
Gideon Levytam explains that In the Parable of the Rich man and Lazarus the beggar, found in Luke 16:19-31, Jesus the Messiah teaches the necessity of making things right with God in preparation for life after death, not only for the here and now. Yeshua gives the example of two men, one rich, the other a beggar, and how their life choices determined their eternal destiny. The poor man trusted in God’s provision for forgiveness of sins, while the rich man trusted in his own temporary wealth. One was assured eternal joy and blessing, the other eternal torment.
The Seven I AMs of Jesus the Messiah - The Resurrection and the Life (הַתְּקוּמָה וְהַחַיִּים)
Gideon Levytam presents the fifth of the Seven I AM statements found in John 11:25 - "I Am The Resurrection and the Life" (אָנֹכִי הַתְּקוּמָה וְהַחַיִּים). By proclaiming to be the Resurrection and the Life, Jesus the Messiah gave hope to the grieving family of Eliezer/Lazarus who had just died, promising that he would rise again. While God's Word assures us that every person who has lived and died will one day rise again for the day of judgment, Yeshua, the Son of God, claimed that those who believed in Him would be resurrected to possess eternal life.
Ephesians 2:1-3 - Once Dead in Sins, Now Alive Through Jesus the Messiah
From Ephesians 2:1-3, Gideon Levytam emphasizes the amazing transformation to those who come to trust in the person and work of the Lord Yeshua / Jesus the Messiah. They are transformed from being spiritually dead in trespasses and sins, living for the world and the flesh, to being spiritually alive, living for the glory of God.
The Parable of the Shrewd Steward (מָשָל הָפָקִיד הָמֶמוּלָח)
Gideon Levytam explains that in the Parable of the Shrewd Steward, Yeshua / Jesus the Messiah was NOT commending the steward’s unfaithfulness or his unrighteous deeds. But rather, He was commending the unjust steward’s wise planning for his future. Jesus exhorted His disciples to be righteous and faithful, to use their God-given wealth generously, investing in God’s work, which has eternal value. Investing one's wealth in the work of the Lord, exposes needy sinners to the Redeemer, and may lead them to receive forgiveness of sins and their everlasting dwellings in the presence of God.
The Seven I AMs of Jesus the Messiah - The Good Shepherd (אָנֹכִי הָרֹעֶה הַטּוֹב)
Gideon Levytam presents the fourth of the Seven I AM statements found in John 10:7 - "I Am The Good Shepherd (אָנֹכִי הָרֹעֶה הַטּוֹב). Jesus the Messiah presents Himself as the promised Shepherd of Israel, of whom David wrote, The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. Psalm 23:1. He fulfilled the prophecy, smite the shepherd, and the sheep shall be scattered, Zechariah 13:7. As The Good Shepherd, Yeshua willingly laid down His life for His sheep, when He died on the Roman cross for the sins of this world.
Ephesians 1:22-23 - Jesus the Messiah Head Over the Assembly (אֶל־הָאֶפְסִיִּים)
From Ephesians 1:22-23, Gideon Levytam points to the results of Jesus the Messiah’s substitutional sacrifice, which appeased and satisfied God, who is Holy. Whereby He exalted Jesus the Messiah, putting all things under His feet and making Him head over the assembly of believers, who became the body of Messiah here on earth.