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It’s Not Fair!

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Sun, 20 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

If you have ever looked around at the world and the child in you screamed “it’s not fair,” then Psalm 73 is for you! Read more…

Reshaim

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Sat, 19 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Total Devotion

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Fri, 18 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Ezra, a great priest and teacher of Israel, was extremely blessed. When he began his journey to the Land of Israel he was given many gifts by the king of Persia who supported his initiative and even encouraged Jews to join him. Read more…

Celebrating Jerusalem Day

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Fri, 18 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Yael Eckstein explains what Israelis celebrate on Jerusalem Day. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

Shmuel Hanavi

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Fri, 18 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Embracing Resistance

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Thu, 17 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

As the Jewish people progressed in the building of the Second Temple, they encountered resistance. Everything was going smoothly until a group of people, the Samaritans, decided to rock the boat. Read more…

Israel–Our Spiritual Brothers

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Thu, 17 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Why should we stand for Israel? Because if God is for Israel, who is going to be against them? Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

Mechir

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Thu, 17 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Great Expectations

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Wed, 16 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

What a joyous moment it must have been when the foundation for the Second Temple had been completed. Everything would be good again, just like it once was. Read more…

Hate Isn’t New

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Wed, 16 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Social media has become the new platform for expressing anti-Semitism. Rabbi Eckstein explains. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

Tikshoret

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Wed, 16 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

When Opportunity Knocks . . .

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Tue, 15 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

At first blush, the response to King Cyrus’s declaration that the Jewish people can return to their homeland seemed positive. Read more…

Living Daily in Fear

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Tue, 15 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Rabbi Eckstein talks with Israelis who lived underground for 33 days to survive rocket attacks. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

Tragedia

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Tue, 15 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Partners with Zion

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Mon, 14 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Theodor Herzl was the father of the modern State of Israel. Like many great men, he kept a diary. Herzl recorded the journey that he underwent trying to birth the state of Israel into being, and he spoke about those who helped him along the way. Read more…

A Unique Historical Event

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Mon, 14 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

In today's program, Rabbi Eckstein talks about the revelation of God's Word at Mount Sinai. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

Katzeh

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Mon, 14 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Being a Mensch

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Sun, 13 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

What do you wish for your children and loved ones? Most of us would say things like health, wealth, happiness, and the like. Read more…

Hoshit

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Sat, 12 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

More than Words

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Fri, 11 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Josiah was a good king and took on the huge task of restoring God’s Temple. Kings before him had neglected and even desecrated the holy space. Read more…

Every Day is Mother’s Day

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Fri, 11 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Yael Eckstein explains why every day is Mother's Day in her home. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

Arachim

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Fri, 11 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

The Gift of Repentance

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Thu, 10 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

There is a story told about King Manasseh. This powerful story reminds us that God’s door is always open to those who wish to return to Him. Read more…

A Spiritual Journey

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Thu, 10 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Hear why many of our listeners support Israel and love the Jewish people. Let us know why you do too! Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

Temicha

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Thu, 10 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

The Hezekiah Response

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Wed, 09 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Over 2,000 years ago, King Hezekiah made a puzzling decision. He hid the “Book of Remedies.” Until then, when someone was sick, they would simply consult that book and do what it said. Read more…

An Existential Threat

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Wed, 09 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Rabbi Eckstein addresses the very real threat Iran poses to Israel and the West as a whole. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

Sakanah

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Wed, 09 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

An Exercise in Faith

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Tue, 08 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

The story of Asa is a tragic one. It reminds us that faith is something that needs to be cultivated throughout our lives. Read more…

Finding Help in an Emergency

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Tue, 08 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Rabbi Eckstein discusses the difficulty Israelis encounter in getting lifesaving help during emergencies. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

Cherum

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Tue, 08 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Word to the Wise

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Mon, 07 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

There was no great moment of drama when the kingdom of Israel was split into two. There was no spectacular event that caused the rift that had been prophesied years earlier. Read more…

What Does it Mean to Know God?

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Mon, 07 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Rabbi Eckstein explains how we can have spiritual intimacy with God by studying his Word. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

Bereishit

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Mon, 07 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Through the Ages

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Sun, 06 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

In this psalm, David pleads with God from the vantage point of youth; in other words, David requests that one day, when he eventually grows old, God will continue to watch over him. Read more…

Tamid

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Sat, 05 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

God’s Unchanging Word

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Fri, 04 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

When a young Bedouin shepherd followed his errant goat into a cave in the hill country around the Dead Sea, he did more than recover his lost goat... Read more…

Homelessness in the Holy City

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Fri, 04 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Yael Eckstein talks about the growing number of homeless living on the streets of Jerusalem. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

Chaser-Bayit

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Fri, 04 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Come Together

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Thu, 03 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Anyone who has ever had the opportunity to visit Israel can attest that the air just feels different there. Read more…

A Life-changing Trip

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Thu, 03 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

A listener shares her life-changing visit to the Holy Land. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

Nesiah

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Thu, 03 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

My Hiding Place

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Wed, 02 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Maybe as a child you had a special place where you could go to be alone — a hiding place. Maybe it was a tree house, or a closet in your bedroom. Read more…

Why the Silence?

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Wed, 02 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Rabbi Eckstein addresses the duty and responsibility for Israel to defend her people against terrorism. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

Ezrach

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Wed, 02 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Whom Will You Serve?

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Tue, 01 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Next to Jerusalem, the ruins of Masada are one of the most popular destinations of Jewish tourists visiting Israel. Why? Because the events that took place atop this high rocky mountain have become a modern-day symbol of Jewish resistance and faith, and a desire to serve the one true God. Read more…

Under Rocket Attack

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Tue, 01 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Rabbi Eckstein shares with listeners the terrifying reality of rocket attacks in Israel. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

Tzofer

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Tue, 01 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000

The Berit Principle

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

The ubiquity of self-interest within daily life can be glimpsed at home – “why should I wash a dish that I didn’t even use?” – at the office – “why should I cover for someone else, just because he’s sick?” Read more…

shoneh

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

The Torah Way of Life

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

As Rabbi Eckstein teaches today, the word Torah has a variety of meanings. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

The Poverty of Man

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Psalm 70 presents many familiar themes that can be found throughout the book of Psalms. David begins by cursing his enemies who seek his death, then prays and praises those who take refuge in God Read more…

ateed

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Sat, 28 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

The Importance of Mothers

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

A common motif in the book of 2 Kings is not simply to provide the patriarchal lineage of the king, but also to provide the matriarchal lineage. Read more…

ishee

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

On Israel’s Independence Day

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Yael Eckstein shares what Israel's Independence Day means to her. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

Our Rapid Response: Prayer

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

The Bible tells us that King Hezekiah was close to death. Isaiah the prophet came to visit but only brought terrible news — Hezekiah was going to die soon and he should get his affairs in order. Read more…

nolad

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

The Rebirth of a Nation

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

On today's program, Rabbi Eckstein explains roots of Israel's rebirth as a nation. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

The Danger of Symbols

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Having just witnessed their brothers and sisters in the northern kingdom of Israel being driven away to exile by the Assyrians, King Hezekiah of Judah begins to institute some sweeping reforms to turn the nation away from idolatry. Read more…

Milchemet atzmaut

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

The Miracle of Second Birth

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Israel Independence Day celebrates Israel's miraculous rebirth in 1948. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

Quiet Change

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

The story of Naaman, the chief general of the armies of Aram, stands as one of the most fascinating stories in the Bible. Naaman, a powerful warrior, was stricken with leprosy. Read more…

Tzemah

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Planting Trees of Hope

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Just as many Gentiles stepped forward to save Jews during the Holocaust, Christians can help rescue persecuted Jews today and help bring them to Israel through the On Wings of Eagles' program. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

My Brother’s Keeper

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Raoul Wallenberg came from a wealthy and famous Swedish family. When the Nazis started rounding up Jews in Hungary, Wallenberg went to Budapest as a diplomat to hand out Swedish citizenship papers to thousands of Jews. Read more…

Lashon Hakodesh

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Hebrew-The Holy Tongue

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

In today's teaching on "God and the Bible," Rabbi Eckstein explains how Hebrew became the official language of Israel. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

Time to Shine

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Sun, 22 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

In all my years of being a rabbi, I have never heard the following: “Why me? Why does everything happen to me? Why am I happy, healthy, and wealthy? Couldn’t God have picked someone else?” Read more…

Lev gadol

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Sat, 21 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

The Sound of Silence

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

King Ahab was not a good person. There are two specific deeds that got him into real trouble with God. Read more…

Zar

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Where Strangers are Friends

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Yael Eckstein shares how helping one another -- even strangers-- is part of life in the Holy Land. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

Real Magic

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

The people of Israel had gathered at Mount Carmel for the ultimate standoff. On one side were 450 self-proclaimed prophets of the god Baal backed by King Ahab and Queen Jezebel. Read more…

zachor

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Standing Together Against Hatred

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

In honor of Holocaust Remembrance Day, we replay a speech Yael Eckstein gave last summer to pastors at the 2011 Holocaust Awareness Conference. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

In God We Trust

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Tough times are nothing new. Since the beginning of recorded history, there have been times of plenty and times of famine. Read more…

hamsheren

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Trial by Water

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Rabbi Eckstein shares a teaching from the Bible about a very special man who trusted in God. See if you can figure out who he is. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

Heaven on Earth

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

If we think that any place of worship is the address of God, then we are gravely mistaken. Because God isn’t contained to any one space. God is everywhere. Read more…

K’nafayim

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Helping Jews Escape Persecution

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

The Fellowship's "On Wings of Eagles" program helps Jews escape persecution and come to Israel. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

Choose Your Part

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

In the opening chapters of the book of Kings, King Solomon is granted one wish. In this original genie-in-the-bottle moment, God appears to Solomon in a dream and invites him to ask for anything. Read more…

targume

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

The Best Bible Translation

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Rabbi Eckstein begins a new teaching series on God and the Bible, and the centrality of Scriptures to both Christianity and Judaism. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

Working on the Inside Out

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Sun, 15 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

We live in a world that is overly focused on what we can see. Power, beauty, wealth, and the like. We often judge success by these outer elements. Read more…

mara

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Sat, 14 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Making Miracles

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

As the Passover meal progresses, we go from recounting the Passover story to expressing our gratitude for the great miracles that God did on behalf of the Nation of Israel. Read more…

matok

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Celebrating Passover in the Holy Land

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Yael Eckstein shares how Passover celebrates the bitterness of captivity and the sweetness of freedom. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

A Matzo by Any Name

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Matzo makes for a not-so-great cracker. Yet for seven days out of every year Jews all around the world will trade in their regular bread for the “unleavened bread” we call matzo. Read more…

Moshe

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

The Passover Seder

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

In today's program, Rabbi Eckstein explains the Seder, the ritual meal that is central to the Passover observance. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

Our Creator and Saviour

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

If little green men suddenly appeared on this planet and it was your job to teach them about the Lord, what might you tell them? Read more…

Chametz

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Preparing for Passover

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Rabbi Eckstein explains how the strict preparations for celebrating Passover are biblically rooted. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

Taking the Plunge

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

We all know the scene. After the children of Israel are freed from Egypt, Pharaoh has a sudden change of heart. He and his massive Egyptian army pursue the Israelites until they corner them at the Red Sea. Read more…

Yetzitat mitzrayim

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

The Biblical Basis for Passover-Part 2

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

As Jews worldwide celebrate Passover this week, Rabbi Eckstein continues his teaching about the exodus. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

Attitude of Servitude

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

“Let my people go” is probably the most famous line in the entire exodus story. God, via Moses, commands Pharaoh to let the people of Israel leave Egypt. Read more…

Yam tzuf

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

The Biblical Basis for Passover

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Jews this week are celebrating Passover, or Pesach in Hebrew, a holy season that they have observed since the time of Moses. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

This Holy Season

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Sun, 08 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

During this holy season for both faiths, I wish my Jewish friends a blessed Passover, and to my Christian friends, a blessed Easter. Read more…

keves

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Sat, 07 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Telling Time

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

How much time and energy do we waste on minor irritations like traffic, the weather, a nasty cold, or someone else’s unpleasant attitude? We can try all we want, but those are things pretty much outside our sphere of influence. Read more…

L’hagdeer

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

A Call for Moral Clarity

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Rabbi Eckstein issued a call for moral clarity while addressing students and faculty at ORU Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

Fail to be Great

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

What defines greatness? When we think of great individuals, we think of those who have accomplished many things in their lifetimes and succeeded in reaching their goals. Read more…

B’yachad

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

A Spiritual Fellowship

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Christians and Jews must stand together in a spiritual fellowship, Rabbi Eckstein told students and faculty at ORU. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

For God’s Sake

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

We put our money into what we value most. If you want to know what you really care about, look at where you spend your money. Read more…

yedidut

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Our Duty to Love

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Rabbi Eckstein told students and faculty at ORU that Christians and Jews have a duty to love one another. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

The Royal Dance

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

In one of the most potent and joyous accounts in our scriptures, we are offered a description of the bringing of the Holy Ark into the City of David. Read more…

hayom

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

On the Shoulders of Gentiles

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

At ORU, Rabbi Eckstein explained how the prophecy of Isaiah 49 is being fulfilled today. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

Riding the Waves of Life

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Not many people have heard of the biblical character named Paltiel. His presence in the Bible is brief and not particularly memorable. Read more…

michlalah

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

The Miracle of Israel

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Rabbi Eckstein addressed students and faculty at ORU about the modern-day miracle of Israel. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

A Song and a Psalm

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Throughout the book of Psalms there are some commonly recurring phrases that serve to introduce the various chapters. Read more…

Yaer

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Sat, 31 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Bat

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Teaching Charity

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

On today's program, Yael Eckstein shares about teaching her children the beauty and meaning of giving to others. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

A Friendship that Endures

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Many Jewish values come from a short, six chapter work known as the Ethics of the Fathers, a compilation of sayings from leading rabbinic sages who lived between 200 B.C.E. — 200 C.E. Read more…

Gvul

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

A Beacon of Freedom

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Why should we stand for Israel? Because she is a beacon of freedom in a region dominated by dictators and oppressive governments. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

David vs. Goliath

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Imagine the scene of little David with his meager slingshot and skimpy robe approaching the mighty and fully armored Goliath. Read more…

Pesel

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Telling a Good Story

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Storytelling to make a spiritual point has always been a part of the Jewish faith traditon, as Rabbi Eckstein explains. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

King David’s Humble Origins

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

During the rigorous campaign trail in a typical American election, the scrutiny on a candidate is intense. Their previous statements and speeches are picked apart, their income tax returns are examined and their ancestry is explored. Read more…

Livnot

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Finding a New Life in the Holy Land

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

In addition to helping needy Jews return to Israel, The Fellowship's On Wings of Eagles ministry also helps them acclimate to their new home. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

First Things First

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

In ancient time, indeed, through much of history, monarchs had a tremendous amount of power and prestige which is why the Torah contains several restrictions limiting a king’s authority. Read more…

Omer

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Watch What You Say

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

On the Sabbath, Rabbi Eckstein explains that it is important to be careful about how you talk and what you talk about. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

The Strange Selection of Saul

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

From the onset, King Saul’s monarchy was doomed to fail. For centuries, the Jewish people had a clear tradition that its king must be from the family of Judah based on Jacob’s blessing to his children. Read more…

Tell Me a Story

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Sun, 25 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Do you ever tell your children or grandchildren stories about “the good old days”? Do you have favourite family stories that you share over and over? Read more…

Norah

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Sat, 24 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Me’arat Hamachpelah

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Visiting the Tomb of the Patriarchs

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Yael Eckstein shares her tension-filled, but awe-inspiring visit to Hebron, where the Tomb of the Patriarchs is located. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

Get Ready for God’s Answer

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Have you ever been in a desperate situation in which it seemed like there was no way out? Have you cried out to God for help? Read more…

Siba

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

“Our Greatest and Best Ally”

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Why should we stand for Israel? Because Israel is the United States' greatest and best ally and friend. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

The Mark of a Hero

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

How do you define a hero? Often we tend to think of men or women who have exhibited remarkable bravery or courage, or who have committed extraordinary acts of strength. Read more…

Lashon

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

The Beatitudes

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Rabbi Eckstein explains how the words Jesus spoke on a hillside in Galilee have their very roots in the Hebrew Bible. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

Turning Bitterness into Joy

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Sometimes the events of life can feel nothing short of soul-crushing. We feel devastated by the loss of a loved one, or some other life-event, and it seems like life will never be the same. Read more…

Fulfilling Biblical Prophecy

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Find out how The Fellowship's On Wings of Eagles ministry is a modern-day fulfillment of biblical prophecy. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

Character Study

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Sometimes, you can tell a lot about people just by watching them interact with others and studying their body language. Read more…

Michseh

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

The Essence of the Jewish Faith

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

In this program, Rabbi Eckstein explains how the Sabbath is the very essence of the Jewish faith. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

A Godly Role Model

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Who are the role models who have inspired you during your life? Who has influenced you on a personal level? Who helped you to overcome obstacles and encouraged you throughout life? Read more…

Oneg

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Sun, 18 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Listen Out Loud

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Sun, 18 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

In the opening verse of Psalm 65, the writer presents us with a seeming paradox: we are to be silent before the Lord, and we are to praise Him. Read more…

Neder

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Sat, 17 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Metziut

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Love Your Neighbor

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Yael Eckstein shares how God's command to love one another is interwoven in the very fabric of life in the Holy Land. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

Speak up!

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Many of us may not have, but at one time or another we’ve all seen behavior taking place that we know to be wrong. Read more…

Zman

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

God’s Exclusive Covenant

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Why should we stand for Israel? Because God has made an eternal covenant with her that He will protect His people forever. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

We Can Work It Out

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

In any given situation, how do we know the right thing to do? Read more…

Mizbeach

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Celebrating Traditional Jewish Weddings

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Find out how many of the traditions associated with Jewish weddings reflect the biblical importance of marriage. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

A Second Chance

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

The ancient rabbis, in a landmark work called Seder Eliyahu Zuta, commented that this passage is so astounding that, had it not been written clearly in the book of Judges, no one would have believed it! Read more…

Patuach

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Thanking Those Who Gave Sacrifically

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Many Jews who have returned to their ancient homeland, Israel,express their thanks to those who have helped support The Fellowship's On Wings of Eagles ministry. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

How to Solve a Problem

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Deborah had just beseeched Barak to lead his Jewish soldiers against the evil commander Sisera, in an attempt to free Israel from two decades of oppression at the hands of the Canaanites. Read more…

Melacha

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

The Sabbath:God’s Stop Sign

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Rabbi Eckstein teaches on why it is so important for to stop working and enjoy rest on the Sabbath. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

Cautious Action

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

One of the hidden masterpieces contained within the book of Judges is the Song of Deborah. Read more…

Creating a “Good” World

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Sun, 11 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

The structure and trajectory of Psalm 64 follows a similar pattern to many other psalms. David, due to some tragic circumstance in life, finds himself at the mercy of his enemies. Read more…

Amok

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Sat, 10 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Tachposet

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Celebrating Purim in the Holy Land

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Yael Eckstein shares how she was able to obey God's command to be happy on Purim during a difficult time. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

Becoming True Servants of God

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Two of the first and greatest leaders of the Jewish Nation, Moses and Joshua, before their death, earned the honorific of “Eved Hashem,” the servant of God. Read more…

Sar

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

The Story of Purim-2

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Rabbi Eckstein continues his explanation of Purim, a time when the Jews were saved from destruction through the brave action of Queen Esther. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

Taking a Stand

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

As queen of Persia, we might have expected that Esther had one of the most secure positions in all the empire. Read more…

Pur

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Wed, 07 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

The Story of Purim

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Wed, 07 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

At sundown, Jews worldwide celebrate Purim, a Jewish holiday inspired by the book of Esther. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

The “Hamans” of this World

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Wed, 07 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

The Jewish holiday of Purim celebrates the inspiring story of Queen Esther, who took a bold stand against prejudice and injustice. Read more…

Shuv

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Helping Jews in the Former Soviet Union

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Many Jews in the former Soviet Union remain at risk to anti-Semitic attitudes and actions. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

The Miracle of the Mundane

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

In the book of Joshua, we witness one of the greatest miracles of all time. Joshua, battling the Amorites, realizes that he needs more daytime in order to defeat Israel’s enemies. Read more…

shamor

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Why We Observe the Sabbath

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

In this program, Rabbi Eckstein explains that observing the Sabbath is a reminder for the Jewish people that true freedom is being a servant to God. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

Not by Right or Might, but Faith

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

One of the more fantastic, famous, and miraculous stories in the book of Joshua is the story of the conquest of Jericho. Read more…

The Desert’s Spiritual Climate

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Sun, 04 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

When we think of the desert, we immediately think of the climate: hot and dry like King David describes here, a “parched land where there is no water." Read more…

Sefatayim

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Sat, 03 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Sason

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

The Month of Joy

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Yael Eckstein shares how she discovered her joy in God during the month of Adar. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

The Wisdom to Lead — and Follow.

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

As we read through the chapters of Joshua we begin to notice an interesting pattern. Many of the stories that happened to Moses happen to Joshua. Read more…

Omed

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

The Blessing of God’s Word

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Hear why many of our listeners support Israel and the Jewish people. Let us know why you do too! Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

Cultivating Independence

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0000

In the opening chapter of Joshua, with the death of Moses still fresh in the minds of the people, God speaks to Joshua for the first time as the new leader. Read more…

The One True God

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Did you know that Abraham's father was an idol-maker? Rabbi Eckstein shares a traditional Jewish story of how Abraham told his father about the one, true God. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

do’ar

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Waiting in Hope

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Hanok was only ten when he, his mother, and two brothers left their rural village and set out for Addis Ababa, Ethiopia’s capitol. For seven years, they lived in a refugee camp. Read more…

Ministry program

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 10:00:00 +0000

For years, Jews in the former Soviet Union had to hide their faith from their neighbors and the government. Comment on this show » | Listen to this show »

pras

webmaster@ifcj.org (Rabbi Eckstein) — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 10:00:00 +0000