I will praise you, LORD, with all my heart;
before the “gods” I will sing your praise. — Psalm 138:1
In honor of my father, Rabbi Yechiel Eckstein, and his lifework helping Christians understand the Jewish roots of their faith, I offer you one of his devotional teachings from the beloved Psalms.
The saying goes, “Success has many fathers, failure is an orphan.” Everyone is quick to take credit for successful ventures, but no one wants to take responsibility for failed attempts. However, in Psalm 138, King David did just the opposite!
Which do you love more? To cook or to eat? Whatever your preference, this month, you will learn Hebrew words and phrases related to cooking when you visit the Fellowship library.
Since 1983, various stories of destitute Jewish people, whose names and photos may have been changed for privacy and security have been used to bless Israel and her people. Through these retellings, generous friends like you have helped feed, clothe, and shelter as well as provide medical care and heating for tens of thousands of those who struggle greatly.
