The Things That Matter – Pull Up A Chair [audio]

Jew-hatred? Spiritual anemia? Parental alienation? Yawn. We've been given a mandate and the Torah blueprint is eternal. He took us out of Egypt to be a God to us: Why sweat the small stuff?

Disappointment and Delight – Pull Up A Chair [audio]

With the conclusion of the American elections, some are gloating, some weeping, some looking forward to better future and others planning revenge.

The Real Rainbow Nation – Pull Up a Chair [audio]

Disharmony. Discord. Animus. No! We were created to be so much more, in His image as purveyors of holiness, gratitude and joy. The year is still fresh. We can BE the "Goodness"!

Reward, Not Punishment! – Pull Up a Chair [audio]

Standing at the cusp of the holiest day of the Jewish year, we have an obligation to expect abundant blessings including health, sustenance, loving relationships and Heavenly miracles!

Standing at Heaven’s Gate – Pull Up a Chair [audio]

We are rapidly approaching the Yamim Noraim - High Holy Days. Will they merely be a calendar pit-stop or will something change for us, our families, our communities?

Not By Bread Alone – Pull Up a Chair [audio]

Relying on miracles is a dangerous policy. Relying only on ourselves is equally futile. The ironclad partnership between Israel and the Creator is the recipe for blessings and fulfillment of His eternal promise.

Fear, Facts & Faith – Pull Up a Chair [audio]

Will they attack or not? When will they attack and where?

Jewish Literacy 101 – Pull Up a Chair [audio]

Too many Jewish politicians and pundits challenge the democratically elected leaders of Israel about policy and procedure while knowing nothing of our shared history and Torah law.

Undaunted & Unafraid: Bibi Goes to Washington – Pull Up a Chair [audio]

Self-defense is a moral obligation and doing the right thing can be a lonely endeavor. Also, look at someone's friends and you'll know who he is. A word - and warning - to the wise.

Unity & Spirit – Pull Up a Chair [audio]

Despite our reputation as a stiff-necked, recalcitrant nation, the Children of Israel typically rise beyond the ordinary to provide comfort and sustenance for one another, especially in times of uncertainty.

Spiritual Resilience – Pull Up A Chair [audio]

What is the secret to Jewish existence? Is there something inherently holy -- or magical -- to our continued presence, despite the efforts of our eternal enemies?

Choosing Your Narrative – Pull Up A Chair [audio]

The music of your life frequently depends on whom you surround yourself with. Naysayers breed negativity, anger and hopelessness. But those who see the glass as half full and tomorrow filled with promise can make our lives both richer and rife with meaning.

20JUNE2024 – Pull Up A Chair [audio]

Looking back and bemoaning what we "had" is a prescription for stagnation. While the unknown can be scary, our partnership with God's demands that we aspire, create, and await the opportunities which tomorrow holds for us.

The Facts, the Fiction, the Future – Pull Up A Chair [audio]

Besieged by lies and fabricated narratives, Israel's fights cannot rely on the goodwill of those whom, historically, have thwarted our survival.

Inside Out – Pull Up A Chair [audio]

Jews are in a state of physical and spiritual turbulence. With our security threatened and growing isolation, reaching deep within ourselves to connect to Him provides a sure-fire method for maintaining sanity and hope in an increasingly hostile and immoral world.

The Cost of Holiness – Pull Up A Chair [audio]

Is 'holiness' conferred or merited? The soldiers and citizens of Israel remain determined and hopeful, despite a seemingly endless "trial by fire"!

Mi Kamocha? Who is Like You, Israel – Pull Up a Chair [audio]

From praying, fighting, giving, volunteering, the people of Israel are paradigms of Godliness in a world rife with evil.

Experience vs. Theory – Pull Up a Chair [audio]

Living one's Judaism is very different than knowing/reading about tenets of faith. Dwelling in the land of Israel provides technicolor insights to Torah observance, tethering us to our history, culture and traditions.

Spiritual Grit – Pull Up A Chair [audio]

Under siege, fighting both physical, political and media battles, little Israel remains clear in her mission. Laughing through tears, Am Yisroel will persevere and, again, defy both naysayers and enemies of the Jewish state.

The Stagnation Pit – Pull Up a Chair [audio]

The Torah teaches us that we are capable - no, obligated! - to reach beyond ourselves and not find contentment in mediocrity. Sediment muddies poorly processed olive oil but pure oil burns brightly. Jews, when pressed like olives, bring holiness into the world.

When Friday Becomes Erev Shabbat – Pull Up a Chair [audio]

As a result of the barbarism of October 12, Jews around the world were shocked into the realization that despite efforts to assimilate, they've been 'outed.' For many, there is an increased interest in religious observance. But where to start? The dining room table is where holiness begins.

Love, Lending and Laws – Pull Up a Chair [audio]

Some have, some don't and that's just the way it is, right? The Torah reveals amazing facts about the delicate subjects of usury, generosity and what is and isn't possible!

Believe It and Be It – Pull Up a Chair [audio]

We are living through some of the bleakest days in Jewish history. But holding onto fear denotes a lack of faith and is, in fact, a sin.

Freedom of Choice or Choosing Freedom? – Pull Up a Chair [audio]

Without coercion, the Children of Israel accepted the Torah, establishing a forever-covenant with God. Consequently, the "yoke" of mitzvot liberated us from physical, emotional and spiritual slavery.

Standing for Something! – Pull Up a Chair [audio]

Is life comprised of days lining up against one another until we breathe our last? Why are we here?

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