Perfect Word Torah Portions

In this Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the final Torah Portion “V’zot HaB’rakhah” (Deuteronomy 33:1-34:12)—the reading for Simchat Torah—which recounts Moses’ final words to Israel, and his death after seeing the Promised Land from afar. Is Israel blessed with a promise of national salvation? Why did Moses trust God his whole life, only to die without receiving His promise? Who is the coming Prophet who will gather Israel from captivity to bring them to a greater Promised Land? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “Ha’aziynu” (Deuteronomy 32:1-52), which contains the Song of Moses, outlining God’s plan to bring vengeance and salvation not only for His people, but for the whole world. Is God still Israel’s Father even when they are not acting as His children? How will God use Gentile nations to restore Israel to Himself? How will God use Israel to prove Himself as the only God of all the earth? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “Vayelekh” (Deuteronomy 31:1-30), in which Moses makes final preparations for his death by commissioning Joshua as his successor and writing down the entire Torah for the people to hear and preserve. How could Joshua have courage in leading Israel across the Jordan without Moses? What is the benefit of Moses’ instruction to read the Torah every seven years? What does it mean for Torah to be a witness? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “Nitzaviym” (Deuteronomy 29:9(10)-30:20), in which Moses makes a covenant with Israel at Moab, prophesying their rebellion, punishment, return, and restoration, and exhorting them to choose life by holding fast to God alone. How do Moses’ promises to Israel point to the New Covenant? Is Israel able to keep Torah by a righteous heart? Could all the teachings in the entire Torah simply come down to faith? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “Kiy-Tavo” (Deuteronomy 26:1-29:8(9)), in which Moses presents Israel with a choice between obeying God to receive His blessings, or going their own way and receiving His brutal curses. Is it possible to avoid the curses of Torah by our own righteous actions? Why did Israel go astray despite the warning of Moses’ curses? What makes Yeshua the one way to come to God without coming under a curse? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “Kiy-Tetze” (Deuteronomy 21:10-25:19), in which Moses gives various instructions regarding marital rights and relations, punishing rebellious sons, the forfeit fruits of compromise, and more. Does Moses condone divorce by making provision for it in Torah? How could God impose the death penalty on rebellious children? Can we glean deep principles even from the simplest Torah commands? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “Shof’tiym” (Deuteronomy 16:18-21:9), in which Moses tells how Israel will be led after him, by the judges, priests, kings, and the Prophet who will speak God’s words to the people. What made the Judges system different from other governments? How did God use Israel’s rebellion against the Torah to save them? What makes the Prophet like Moses different from other prophets—and how can we know His identity? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “R’eh” (Deuteronomy 11:26-16:17), in which Moses instructs Israel about the place where God will choose to dwell in Israel, and about how Israel must purge those who lead them astray to follow other gods. Should we educate ourselves in the ways of the world? What should we do if ones we love are trying to lead us astray from God? Is it possible that destroying a whole city could actually save people? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “Eqev” (Deuteronomy 7:12-11:25), in which Moses reminds Israel of God’s provision and discipline in the wilderness, exhorting them to trust in God and obey His word to receive His blessings. What does Moses teach about the dangers of bringing worldly wickedness into our homes? Do God’s promises to Israel depend on their righteousness? What is circumcision of the heart, and why is it so important? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “Vaet’chanan” (Deuteronomy 3:23-7:11), in which Moses exhorts the people of Israel to love their God with all their hearts and souls, so that they will remember His power, obey His commands, and teach them to their children. Is God’s uniqueness dependent on the uniqueness of Israel? How is the V’ahav’ta brought to its fullness in the New Covenant? Why is the command to love God with our whole hearts so important? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “D’variym” (Deuteronomy 1:1-3:22), which begins Moses' final address to Israel at the edge of Canaan, recounting how their fathers left Horeb and were banished from the Land, and how Israel conquered the Amorite kings. What can Moses’ instructions for judges teach us about courage? Why did Israel refuse to possess the Land set before them? How could God condone the slaughter of whole nations? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “Mas’ei” (Numbers 33:1-36:13), which provides the last instructions for the conquest and distribution of Canaan: its borders, its division by lot, the need to drive out its inhabitants, and the cities for Levites. Why was Israel required to completely drive out the Canaanites? How do the cities of refuge picture our life in Yeshua? How should we respond when life unexpectedly thrusts responsibilities on us? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “Matot” (Numbers 30:2(1)-32:42), which recounts Israel’s vengeance against Midian for their deadly deceit, and the settling of the tribes of Reuben and Gad in Gilead, beyond the Jordan. Why did God give men authority to annul the vows of their wives and daughters? How did Israel win such a great victory over Midian? What can we learn from Moses’ instruction to kill the Midianite women? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “Piyn’chas” (Numbers 25:10-30:1), in which God promises Phinehas an eternal priesthood, Moses takes a census of Israel’s new generation, and God prescribes the offerings Israel must give on all their holy days. Why was Phinehas given an everlasting covenant of priesthood? Why did the population of Israel stop growing in the desert? How can the priests be allowed to work on Shabbat? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “Balaq” (Numbers 22:2-25:9), in which the prophet Balaam conspires with Balak the king of Moab to undermine Israel with curses and deceit—until Balaam’s donkey saves his life and rebukes him in a human voice. Why was God angry with Balaam after allowing him to follow Balak? How does a talking donkey point to the wisdom of God? What can we expect to find if we seek the wages of unrighteousness? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “Chuqat” (Numbers 19:1-22:1), in which Israel begins its fortieth year of wandering as Moses and Aaron are condemned to die in the wilderness, and God gives salvation through a bronze serpent and victory over the Amorites. Why was Moses punished when he struck the rock? How does Aaron’s death show the insufficiency of his priesthood? How does the bronze serpent point to Yeshua’s salvation? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “Qorach” (Numbers 16:1-18:32), in which Korah, Dathan, and Abiram lead a rebellion against Moses’ authority and try to take Aaron’s priesthood, leading God to confirm His choice of leaders with miracles—and judgments. How did Korah justify trying to take the priesthood for himself? What happens to us when we keep company with evildoers? What does it look like to live with God as our portion? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “Sh’lach-L’kha” (Numbers 13:1-15:41), in which the people of Israel refuse to enter the land of Canaan, causing God to sentence the whole generation to forty years of wandering in the wilderness. Are we in danger of falling into unbelief like Israel did? Are we able to undo the bad consequences of our sins? Why did God command Israel to wear tzitzit on their clothes? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “B’ha’a’lot’kha” (Numbers 8:1-12:16), in which Israel concludes their stay at Mount Sinai by keeping Passover, and sets out for Canaan—grumbling and complaining along the way, with fatal consequences. What does it look like to follow God’s direction and timing? Does God sometimes enable people to pursue their wicked desires? How are Moses and the Prophet like him different from all other prophets? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “Naso” (Numbers 4:21-7:89), in which Moses takes a census of the Levites, gives instructions to test accusations of adultery, describes the rules for Nazirite vows, and receives offerings from the chiefs of Israel. How did building the Temple adjust some of the rules given in Torah? How should we respond to God searching our hearts? Why do we need to keep our commitments? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “B’mid’bar” (Numbers 1:1-4:20), which tells how Moses and Aaron take a census of the people of Israel, arrange the camp in battle array, and number the tribe of Levi for their work in the tent of meeting. Why did God multiply the tribes of Judah and Joseph more than the others? What does it look like to owe God for His salvation? Can obeying God’s Word make it harder to follow Him? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “B’chuqotai” (Leviticus 26:3-27:34), which outlines God's promises of prosperity, protection, and peace to the people of Israel if they follow His commands, and the disasters He will inflict as a consequence of breaking the covenant. Is God’s promise to dwell with Israel dependent on their holiness? Can Israel be God’s people while actively rejecting his covenant? Will God break or replace His covenants when Israel turns from Him? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “B’har” (Leviticus 25:1-26:2), which provides instructions for the cycle of Shabbat years for the land to rest, and Jubilee years for restoring tribal inheritances and freeing slaves. How will Israel live through the Shabbat year if God does not let them provide for themselves? Who is the true owner of the Promised Land? What does being a slave of God look like in our everyday lives? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “’Emor” (Leviticus 21:1-24:23), which provides rules for keeping the priesthood perfect and holy, and outlines Israel’s calendar of Mo’adiym—God’s holy days and appointed times. Why wouldn’t God accept blemished offerings from the priests? What can Shavuot teach us about our responsibilities as followers of Messiah? Why are Jews commanded to live in temporary dwellings at the Feast of Sukkot? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “Q’doshiym” (Leviticus 19:1-20:27), in which God commands the sons of Israel to be holy as He is holy, by loving their neighbors and punishing immoral depravity among the people. What is the connection between love and holiness? Can we reprove and correct each other and still be loving? How can Israel enforce a death penalty if they are supposed to love each other? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “Ach’arei Mot” (Leviticus 16:1-18:30), which explains the rituals of Yom Kippur—the one day each year that the high priest goes behind the veil of the Most Holy Place to atone for Israel’s sins. Why must Aaron offer sacrifices for his own sin before atoning for the people? Does the blood of animal sacrifices take away Israel’s sin? How is Yeshua’s atonement more perfect than the Yom Kippur sacrifices? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “M’tzora” (Leviticus 14:1-15:33), which desribes the process for cleansing lepers and houses infected with tzara-at (“leprosy”), and how to react to uncleanness resulting from various bodily discharges. Why are unclean people forbidden from approaching God’s holy Tabernacle? Can our righteousness make us clean before God? How do unclean people find restoration in Yeshua? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “Taz’riya” (Leviticus 12:1-13:59), which instructs Israel on purifying women after childbirth, and diagnosing and expelling those infected with the uncleanness of tzara-at (“leprosy”). What does this portion reveal about Yeshua’s upbringing? How can tzara-at illustrate the dangers of false teachings? How must we react to unclean or sinful influences in our lives? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “Sh’miyniy” (Leviticus 9:1-11:47), which recounts Aaron’s first sacrifices, Nadab and Abihu’s uncommanded offering, and the establishment of the “kosher” laws for Israel. How much does our holiness depend on our knowledge of Scripture? When is it appropriate to do things that God didn’t specifically command? Why did God give dietary laws to limit what Jews can eat? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “Tzav” (Leviticus 6:1(8)-8:36), which tells what parts of God’s holy sacrifices are the priests’ portion forever, and recounts the ordination of Aaron and his sons to serve as Israel’s priests. Can the priesthood’s holiness coexist with uncleanness? Has Aaron’s priesthood been abolished now that Messiah is our High Priest? Could we obtain atonement and come near to God through Aaron’s priesthood? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “Vayiq’ra” (Leviticus 1:1-5:26(6:7)), in which God instructs Moses on the basics of the sacrificial system, including the burnt, grain, peace, sin, and guilt offerings. Why is it forbidden for Israel or the priests to eat fat? How does Yeshua's perfection enable him to be a sacrifice better than the priests could offer? Can we be held responsible for unintentional sins? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “P’qudei” (Exodus 38:21-40:38), which recounts Moses’ final examination and assembly of the Tabernacle, after which God’s glory appears and fills the tent to dwell in the midst of Israel. Why did Moses have to be the one to finish the work of Tabernacle? What does it look like to follow God’s timing? Does the Tabernacle point to God dwelling bodily with us through Yeshua? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “Vayaq’hel” (Exodus 35:1-38:20), which tells how Israel generously supplies the materials needed to build the Tabernacle, and how God calls craftsmen and gives them His Spirit to construct the Tabernacle. What made Israel eager to give for God’s House? How does God’s Spirit equip us to follow His commands? What can the construction the Tabernacle teach about how the Body of Messiah works? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “Kiy Tisa” (Exodus 30:11-34:35), which recounts Israel’s idolatrous rebellion against God by making a golden calf, and Moses’ intercession on their behalf, causing God to preserve His covenant and promise to dwell with Israel. Why did Israel forsake the commands of God? Does Moses’ intercession point to Messiah’s New Covenant? What does Moses’ shining face reveal about the Spirit’s work in our lives? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “T’tzaveh” (Exodus 27:20-30:10), in which Moses receives instructions for establishing the priesthood of Aaron and his sons, describing their holy garments and ordination for serving in God’s holy Tabernacle. What do the priests’ garments reveal about their position before God? Why is Yeshua’s priesthood better than Aaron’s? How does the anointing of the priests reveal their messianic purpose? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “T’rumah” (Exodus 25:1-27:19), in which Moses receives the instructions for the Tabernacle (or Mish’kan)—the holy tent where God will dwell with the people of Israel—as well as for all the holy items to be placed inside. Does the Ark of the Covenant point to Yeshua? Why was the veil of the Temple torn in two? How is the Tabernacle a picture of a heavenly holy place in our lives today? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “Mish’patiym” (Exodus 21:1-24:18), in which God instructs Moses about slavery, punishments for various crimes, and God’s rewards for obedience, all of which Moses writes in the Book of the Covenant to seal the covenant with Israel in blood. What does the Torah say about crimes of negligence? How serious a crime is cursing your parents? Does “eye for eye, tooth for tooth” conflict with Yeshua’s teachings? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “Yit’ro” (Exodus 18:1-20:23(26)), which describes Moses' reunion with his father-in-law Jethro, and Israel's arrival at Mount Sinai, where God reveals Himself in thick cloud, fire, and thunder to declare His Ten Commandments to Israel. How is Israel meant to function as a kingdom of priests? What is the foundation of the Ten Commandments? How can we fulfill the Ten Commandments in our lives? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “B’shalach” (Exodus 13:17-17:16), which recounts how God gives Israel final salvation from the Egyptians by the parting of the Red Sea, and how God provides them with the essentials of life as He leads them in the wilderness. How does the parting of the Red Sea point to Yeshua? How important is Shabat for the people of Israel? How is Messiah the spiritual rock which gives water to Israel? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “Bo” (Exodus 10:1-13:16), which describes the final three plagues sent by God against Egypt, and how the blood of the Passover lambs spared the lives of the people of Israel and won their freedom. How is Yeshua like the Passover lambs? What is accomplished through God’s salvation of Israel from her enemies? What does the matzah teach us as followers of Messiah about ourselves? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “Vaera” (Exodus 6:2-9:35), which tells of the confrontation between Moses the man of God and Pharaoh king of Egypt, as God sends the first seven of the Ten Plagues to punish the stubbornness of the Egyptians. What does God’s unique treatment of Israel show about His nature? Why did God cause Pharaoh to stand against Him and His people? How do the magicians of Egypt serve as a warning for us? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “Sh’mot” (Exodus 1:1-6:1), which describes the suffering of Israel under the harsh slavery of Egypt, and how God preserved and raised up His special servant Moses, sending him to deliver Israel from the Egyptians. Why did God allow His people to suffer for 400 years? How do the events of Moses’ early life reflect Yeshua? How should we respond when God calls us to action? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “Vay’chiy” (Genesis 47:28-50:26), which tells the final words and acts of Jacob, including the blessings he gives his sons and his elevation of Joseph's sons Manasseh and Ephraim. Why did Reuben lose his birthright? Will the lost tribes of Israel really be restored and return? How do the deaths of Jacob and Joseph illustrate true faith in the promises of God? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “Vayigash” (Genesis 44:18-47:27), which recounts how Joseph reveals himself to his brothers and brings the whole house of Jacob to Goshen, reuniting with his father and saving his family and all Egypt from the famine. Can Jacob’s response to Joseph’s gifts reflect our attitude toward Messiah? How does Joseph settling Israel in Goshen have Messianic imagery? Could even the enslavement of all Egypt point to Yeshua? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “Miqetz” (Genesis 41:1-44:17), which follows Joseph as he interprets the dreams of Pharaoh, becomes master over all Egypt, saves all the nations from a terrible famine, and disguises himself as he encounters and challenges his estranged brothers. What does Joseph reveal about the nature of wisdom? Did Judah and his brothers regret harming Joseph? How does Joseph’s provision of food parallel Messiah’s salvation? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “Vayeshev” (Genesis 37:1-40:23), which tells how Israel’s favorite son, Joseph, is sold by his brothers to slavery in Egypt, where he shows his righteousness through temptation and oppression, and suffers false accusations which send him to prison. How does Joseph’s suffering reflect Yeshua? Did anything good come out of the wickedness of Judah and Tamar? What is the right attitude toward serving God? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “Vayish’lach” (Genesis 32:4(3)-36:43), which follows Jacob back into the land of Canaan, where he wrestles with God Himself, reconciles with Esau, faces the fallout after his daughter is violated, and receives the name and the promise of Israel. How did Jacob appease his estranged brother? Was it right for Jacob’s sons to avenge their sister? What is the significance of the name ‘Israel’? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “Vayetze” (Genesis 28:10-32:3(2)), which recounts God’s promise to Jacob at Bethel, Jacob’s marriage to Laban’s daughters, the birth of Jacob’s children, and God's protection of Jacob through his struggles and sojourning. Was Jacob’s Ladder an image of Yeshua? How did Laban’s plots to cheat Jacob actually cause his increase? What is God’s response to the unloved and the oppressed? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “Tol’dot” (Genesis 25:19-28:9), which describes Isaac’s sojourn among the Philistines, as well as the rivalry of twins Jacob and Esau, when Jacob supplants his older brother's inheritance of the promise of Abraham, forcing him to flee Canaan to escape Esau’s wrath. Why did God choose Jacob over Esau? Does the story of Isaac and Abimelech foreshadow End Times? Does Jacob’s deceit somehow show his faith? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.

In this week’s Messianic Jewish Bible study, Josiah and Hosea Geoffrey explore the Torah Portion “Chayei Sarah” (Genesis 25:19-28:9), which concludes Abraham’s story as he buries his wife Sarah, commissions his servant to find a bride for his son Isaac, fathers more children, and dies in peace in Canaan. What was the significance of Abraham buying a tomb? How can we seek God’s plan for the choices we make? Did Abraham see God’s promises come true? The brothers cover all these questions and more in this episode.