The LORD is gracious and compassionate,
slow to anger and rich in love.
The LORD is good to all;
he has compassion on all he has made. — Psalm 145:8-9
In honor of my father, Rabbi Yechiel Eckstein, of blessed memory, and his life's work of helping Christians understand the Jewish roots of their faith, I offer you one of his devotional teachings from the beloved Psalms.
The Jewish sages teach that we are obligated to imitate God as much as possible. That being the case, Psalm 145 serves as a great “curriculum” for learning how to be like God. With its acrostic structure, spanning the entire Hebrew alphabet, we have a study guide for how to be like God from A to Z! Every verse sings out God’s praises and describes His holy characteristics.
Hanukkah, also known as “The Festival of Lights”, is one of the most joyous holidays on the Jewish calendar. This month, you will learn words and phrases related to Hanukkah when you visit our Fellowship library.
Hanukkah is one of the most joyous festivals of the Jewish calendar. Learn more about this celebration of God’s wondrous miracles and the many important lessons Hanukkah has for both Christians and Jews.
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.
