Life’s signals can get confusing, but it’s vital to stay alert, use our gifts and care for others. This study explores the meaning of Yom Teruah (Day of Blowing Trumpets aka Rosh Hashanah) and the call to be spiritually ready, using parables like the 10 virgins, talents, and sheep and goats. The message? Be prepared for the unexpected, don’t get distracted by false signals, and let your actions reflect faith and compassion. Are you ready for Heaven’s call when it comes?
The first day the seventh month on Israel’s calendar is a biblical triple-header memorial festival: Rosh Chodesh (New Moon), Yom Teruah (Day of Blowing Trumpets) and Rosh Hashanah (New Year). There are also a number of connections between and lessons in the mentions of trumpets in the Apostolic Writings (New Testament) and the themes of this festival. Here are Bible readings related to the festival and other details to get you ready to celebrate.
Apostle Peter’s mission to the nations parallels to Moses’ mission to Egypt, emphasizing God’s ability to overcome seemingly impossible tasks. In this study, we explore how the symbolism of the burning bush in Exodus 3, with its thorny nature and God’s decision not to consume it, points to mercy and grace. This connects with a broader biblical theme of defeating oppression and evil, as seen in the plagues against Egypt. Believers must have courage and faith in Heaven’s missions on earth.
God’s call (Exodus 3:1-4:17) shows that even when we feel weak, unknown, or afraid, God’s presence (“I am”) empowers us. He reveals Himself, commissions Moses, gives signs, and insists obedience. In parallel passage Isaiah 40:11-19, God’s greatness is contrasted with the frailty and worthlessness of idols and nations — He tends his flock, carries the lambs, shepherds the weak, showing compassion. Parallel passage Acts 10 (Peter & Cornelius) demonstrates that God’s acceptance is not limited to Jews — cleansed hearts, not food laws, bring people near; Gentiles are included in God’s covenant through Messiah Yeshua.
This study is a heartfelt biblical reflection on the righteous anger many feel after the martyrdom of Charlie Kirk. Drawing from Psalm 4 and Ephesians 4, we explore how believers can mourn and experience anger without falling into sin, trusting God’s justice and seeking unity. Heaven encourages us to process grief and anger in a way that leads to spiritual growth, peace and hope, reminding us that God’s presence brings comfort even in the hardest times.
Exodus 1–2 shows God opposing oppression through courageous women and preserving Moses, patterning a redeemer whose story foreshadows Messiah. Parallel passage Isaiah 27:6–13 promises Israel’s fruitfulness and the great shofar gathering exiles to worship in Jerusalem — an end-time hope. Hebrews 11:23 highlights Moses’ parents’ faith, defying Pharaoh because they discerned God’s purpose in their son. Romans 16:1–2 commends Phoebe, who modeled Spirit-empowered female partnership in the Body of Messiah’s mission. Together these passages call disciples to fear God, honor women’s roles and trust Messiah’s deliverance.
This study explores forgiveness, restoration and reconciliation through the stories of Joseph and Yeshua (Jesus). Drawing from Genesis, Zechariah and Luke, we examine how Heaven models humility, letting go of grudges and embracing mercy. Messiah embodies the Yobel — the Jubilee release from debts (and related enslavement). Messiah also fleshes out the scriptural importance of community transformation and the need to welcome back those who have changed. Ultimately, we’re called to forgive as Heaven has forgiven us, modeling divine desire for compassion on the world.