In the final episode exploring the Terumah portion, Roy and Cedric mull over the temporary state of the physical tabernacle and show appreciation for its mobility. Roy relates to the experience through his participation in Sukkot. Elaine interjects to speak to the importance of the Holy Spirit in the new covenant. Cedric talks about the issue of dispensationalism in Christianity’s history. Roy ties it all back to the importance of the truth.

Passages referenced: 1 Corinthians 13:11, Galatians 3:24, 1 John 3:4-8, John 7:19, Leviticus 10:3

In this continuation of the Terumah portion, Roy and Cedric discuss how the law still applies even after the new covenant was established. Roy digs into the details of the language used in the establishment of the new covenant and why it was established. Cedric talks about the sacrifices made to provide the covenants and how the sacrifice of the new covenant benefits us.

Passages referenced: Hebrews 8:7-13, Psalms 51:8, Jeremiah 31:31-34

Roy and Cedric continue the Terumah portion, discussing the details of the colors used in the materials used for the tabernacle and the significance of the copper used in the laver. They contemplate the perpetuity of God’s Word and humans’ responsibility of earthly resources. They also stress the temporary status of the physical Tabernacle. Roy shares additional thoughts on the importance of understanding the language used in Torah.

Passages: Exodus 25:3-5, 30:18, Isaiah 55:11

Cedric gives his take on the beginning of the Terumah portion in this episode and talks about the purpose of offering. He considers the symbolism of the Ark of the Covenant. He and Roy discuss the construction and materials of the tabernacle, particularly focusing on the mysterious animal, tachash, as well as what everything is meant to represent.

Passages referenced: Exodus 25:1-2, Genesis 2:25

In this episode, Roy begins the discussion of the Terumah portion by establishing the necessity of context to read Hebrew. Cedric speaks to the general trouble of translations and interpretations of the Bible. They also talk about the conflicts and ties between the Old and New Testaments, and the importance of both. Roy speaks to his consideration of details in his studies of Torah. Finally, they begin to dig into the construction of the tabernacle.

Passages referenced: John 14:2-3, 10:30, and 15:1-8, Luke 1:3-4, Acts 17:11, John 14:8-21, Exodus 25

In this episode, Roy and Cedric close out their discussion of the Parashat Bo Torah portion by discussing the plague of the death of the firstborn. They also touch on the consolidation of people as the Israelites left Egypt. Roy talks about how he came to understand Jesus Christ and the issue with trying to explain who He is. They talk about the actual requirement of being born again. Cedric considers why Jesus did the things He did on this earth.

Passages referenced: Exodus 11:2-7,12:35-36

In this continuation of the Parashat Bo Torah portion, Roy and Cedric discuss the plague of darkness that fell over Egypt and what set it apart from a typical darkness. Cedric ponders the conceptual difference between the identity of “Christian” versus “believer.” Roy revisits what it means to be a lover of the truth.

Passages referenced: Exodus 10:21-22, 11:4

In this continuation of the Parashat Bo Torah portion, Roy and Cedric talk about how we will be held accountable for our actions and history and establish that repentance is a requirement of having a relationship with God. They further discuss the battle between Pharaoh and God, moving from the locust plague to the plague of darkness.

Passages referenced: Exodus 10:5-21, Psalms 33:12

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