Is your faith active or idle? Jesus didn't just heal in synagogues—He entered homes and touched fevers. The Kingdom of God moves in both spotlights and shadows. Are you following Jesus in public AND private? Discover how intimate moments with Jesus reveal the true nature of God's Kingdom in action.

Chukat is the Hebrew word for “statute”, this is the name for the weekly Torah Portion reading for the Numbers starting in chapter 19 verse 1 and going through chapter 22 and verse 1.

Matthew 8 reveals powerful lessons about faith and authority through Jesus' healing miracles. After the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus demonstrated the Kingdom in action by healing a leper and a centurion's servant. The Roman centurion displayed remarkable faith by recognizing Jesus' supreme authority to heal with just a word from a distance. This encounter teaches us that recognizing Jesus as King isn't about bloodline or religious observance but about acknowledging His authority. The most important decision in life is whether Jesus is our King, as submitting to His authority brings freedom rather than restriction.

Korach is the Hebrew word for the name “Korah”, this is the name for the weekly Torah Portion reading for the Numbers starting in chapter 16 verse 1 and going through chapter 18 and verse 32.

After the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus demonstrated His teachings by healing a leper, showing the Kingdom of God in action. While religious leaders avoided those with leprosy as unclean, Jesus compassionately touched the untouchable, restoring both physical health and human dignity. He instructed the healed man to show himself to the priests as testimony, fulfilling prophecies about the Messiah. This powerful encounter teaches us about the importance of our own testimonies - sharing what God has done in our lives to draw others closer to understanding who Jesus is.Jesus' teaching on 'judge not' isn't about avoiding all judgment, but rather avoiding hypocrisy in how we evaluate others. Using the metaphor of a log in our own eye while trying to remove a speck from another's, Jesus challenges us to address our own issues before criticizing others. This teaching confronts our tendencies toward self-centeredness, selfishness, and narcissism. When we align with Jesus' kingdom, we apply the same standards to ourselves that we use for others, approaching everyone with humility rather than superiority.

Shelach is the Hebrew word for “send thou” or “send out”, this is the name for the weekly Torah Portion reading for the Numbers starting in chapter 13 verse 1 and going through chapter 15 and verse 41.

Beha’alotcha is the Hebrew word for “when you set up” or “when you mount”, this is the name for the weekly Torah Portion reading for the Numbers starting in chapter 8 verse 1 and going through chapter 12 and verse 16.

Nasso is the Hebrew word for “take”, this is the name for the weekly Torah Portion reading for the Numbers starting in chapter 4 verse 21 and going through chapter 7 and verse 89.

Jesus' teaching on 'judge not' isn't about avoiding all judgment, but rather avoiding hypocrisy in how we evaluate others. Using the metaphor of a log in our own eye while trying to remove a speck from another's, Jesus challenges us to address our own issues before criticizing others. This teaching confronts our tendencies toward self-centeredness, selfishness, and narcissism. When we align with Jesus' kingdom, we apply the same standards to ourselves that we use for others, approaching everyone with humility rather than superiority.

Bamidbar is the Hebrew word for “in the wilderness”, this is the name for the weekly Torah Portion reading for the Numbers starting in chapter 1 verse 1 and going through chapter 4 and verse 20.

Behar-Bechukotai is a double Torah portion. Behar is the Hebrew word for “on the mountain”, while Bechukotai is the Hebrew word for “in My statutes”, this is the name for the weekly Torah Portion reading for the Leviticus starting in chapter 25 verse 1 and going through chapter 27 and verse 34.

Emor is the Hebrew word for “say”, this is the name for the weekly Torah Portion reading for the Leviticus starting in chapter 21 verse 1 and going through chapter 24 and verse 23.

Acharei Mot-Kedoshim is a double Torah portion. Acharei mot are the Hebrew word for “after the death”, while kedoshim is the Hebrew word for “holy”, this is the name for the weekly Torah Portion reading for the Leviticus starting in chapter 16 verse 1 and going through chapter 20 and verse 27.

Prayer is more than just speaking words or making requests - it's about developing an intimate relationship with God. Jesus taught that effective prayer happens in private, away from the desire to impress others. He warned against common mistakes like praying for show or using meaningless repetitions. The key to meaningful prayer lies in seeking God's presence with a pure heart, responding to others' needs, and focusing on genuine connection rather than performance. Creating a secret place for prayer allows for transformative communion with God.

Tazria-Metzora is a double Torah portion. Tazria is the Hebrew word for “conceived”, while Metzora is the Hebrew word for “leper”, this is the name for the weekly Torah Portion reading for the Leviticus starting in chapter 12 verse 1 and going through chapter 15 and verse 33.

First fruits is a biblical principle that goes beyond agricultural offerings, representing our commitment to give God our best in every area of life. It acknowledges God as the source of all blessings and demonstrates our trust in His provision. This principle applies to modern life through our time, talents, resources, and relationships. Just as Jesus was the ultimate first fruits through His resurrection, we are called to offer our best to God as an expression of gratitude and faith.

Shemini is the Hebrew word for “Eighth”, this is the name for the weekly Torah Portion reading for the Leviticus starting in chapter 9 verse 1 and going through chapter 11 verse 47.

First Fruits celebrates Jesus' resurrection and His role as the bread of life, marking His victory over death and sin. This transformative event fundamentally changed humanity's relationship with God, breaking the cycle of sin and death. The celebration emphasizes Jesus as the first fruits of resurrection, connecting to His declaration as the bread of life and God's provision throughout history. The focus should remain on praising Jesus' sacrifice, remembering His victory, and maintaining unity within the body of Christ.

Pesach is the Hebrew word for “Passover”, this is the name for the weekly Torah Portion reading for the Exodus starting in chapter 12 verse 21 and going through verse 51.

JBiblical righteousness goes beyond moral perfection, focusing on the transformation from selfishness to selfless giving through a relationship with Jesus Christ. True righteousness manifests in generous, anonymous giving that flows from a pure heart rather than seeking recognition. This transformation occurs when we understand that we give freely because we have freely received from God. The emphasis is on giving with pure motives, letting our actions flow from our relationship with Jesus rather than obligation or desire for praise.