About a month ago I read Dr. Schiffman’s blog, “What Does It Mean to Join Oneself to Israel?” In it, he points out that Messianic Gentiles are all doing their own thing, not really joining themselves to Israel as Ruth did. I posed the question, “How does a believer in Yeshua join oneself to Israel without giving […]
Author Archive | Ro Pinto
What I Learned from ‘My Way’
President Trump danced to this song at his inauguration ball, not once but twice. I saw a lot of negativity from the Christian community on this choice, but can I be honest? This song is dear to my heart. When I was a young girl, I heard the song and bought the 45. I would play […]
Is Gehenna Purgatory?
This morning I was reading Matthew 5, when suddenly some things Yeshua said struck me with a totally different meaning. and whoever says, ‘You fool!’ shall be subject to fiery Gehenna – verse 22 And if your right eye causes you to stumble, gouge it out and throw it away! It is better for you that […]
What’s in a Name?
This morning I am sitting on my back patio, listening to the rain fall by lamplight. It’s “winter” here in south Florida, which means the sweltering heat is gone and we can enjoy some outdoor activity and not be instantly soaked in sweat. I’ve got a citronella candle going (because while the heat takes a break, mosquitos […]
The Christmas Story – God’s Judgement
Last week I attended a bible study at the church I used to attend. The subject was ‘Finding God’s Will’. This particular discussion centered on who God is. Everyone described his attributes – love, compassion, merciful, unchanging. I raised my hand to read from Exodus, where God reveals Himself to Moses. Before I was called on, […]
It’s Simple
I believe Yeshua is God. Not sure how that works, but I still haven’t figured out how He was in the burning bush, or the pillar of fire, or hovering over the waters at creation, yet still in heaven. But God is God. He says it and it is. I trust that when Yeshua said, “I […]
Is It Okay to Keep Family Traditions?
Good morning from Jacksonville, Florida. It is a fine, chilly morning here – especially for me. I am surrounded by my grandchildren, which are always a delight, even if they can sometimes be a lot of work – work that an old Nona is not used to anymore. As we age, we don’t realize that […]
High Holy Days to Hurricane to Israel to…
Happy Thanksgiving! It’s been just over three days since I’ve been home and I am still caught somewhere between Israel and the U.S. – physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Is this jet lag? If it is, it’s not the kind I’ve experienced before. I did end up with an extremely high fever on Sunday, but come […]
We Are Here!
Good morning from Jerusalem! Strange as it may sound, it feels like I never left. Could it be because it feels like home, here? This journey has been different from the last, a bit more hectic. But that’s not necessarily a bad thing. You see, this year I am traveling with nine companions instead of […]
Christmas at Sukkot?
I am writing to you today from under the sukkah. About three years ago, I decided I wanted my own sukkah; I wanted to experience the joy of this season. Believe it or not, it really has added to my joy. You see, I love the Christmas holiday. I love the reason for the season […]