More about creation

The Seven Heavens and the Mystery of the Hebdomad

Some deep thoughts about the seven heavens derived from early Christian and Messianic Jewish sources including Irenaeus, Epistle of Barnabas, Ascension of Isaiah, Clementine Homilies, and Gospel of Thomas.

Human Nature, Of What Sort it Is

Why are human beings such a mess? When God decided to create Adam, the angels were not too enthusiastic about the idea. Here's the story behind humanity, the mission of your soul, and the reason for your split personality.

Why The World Came To Be

Why did God create the universe and why did he make man to be a citizen of the universe? In other words, "What is the meaning of life?" Here's a quick half-hour course in the subject of life, the universe, and everything.

The Order of Distinctions of Creation

What's the difference between this world and the World to Come? And why do bad things happen in this world? Get a better grip on reality by studying the order of distinctions of creation. Here's an important teaching about the fabric of this universe and its relationship to the World to Come.

For a text version of the teaching, download the PDF below.

The Unbegotten God

Why can't we see God? Why is he concealed from us? Before becoming a disciple, it's a good idea to find out what we believe. Here's a quick study on the existence of God, his transcendence, and the nature of reality. Listen to the audio and/or download the PDF version of the teaching below.

Look Down at the Stars

Avram had a unique perspective on the world that made him receptive to God's calling. Learn how this perspective on creation relates to the strange monthly blessing known as Kiddush Levanah.

What is Shabbat?

At Beth Immanuel Messianic Synagogue, we honor Shabbat (the sabbath) on Saturday, the seventh day of the week. Every week, individuals and families set aside the day to rest from regular weekday routines. We spend the day singing songs, studying Scripture, sharing meals, and enjoying fellowship.

Parashat Bereshit (1)

Let's study the Parashah together in Hebrew! In this lesson we begin with the very first verse in the Bible: Genesis 1:1.

Follow along in Hebrew on Sefaria.

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Oneg Shabbat

On Shabbat Bereishit, we read about how God created the heavens and the earth in six days and rested on the seventh.In this teaching from from Shabbat Bereishit, Pastor Lancaster introduces the new Oneg Shabbat campaign, a new initiative to focus attention on better observing the LORD's holy day and propogating awareness of the Sabbath.