What is the concept of "Sanctification of the Divine Name," what does it have to do with Israel's mission, and how is it related to Moses' argument to G-d not to destroy the Children of Israel after the sin of the golden calf?

(104) Israel's Merits and G-d's Needs

When Moses asks G-d to "Turn Away from Your Anger, and Repent of the Evil Plan Against Your People," is this an argument or a prayer? Join David and Scott as they hash out this Scriptural question.

(105) "Turn Away From Your Anger": An Argument or a Prayer?

David - with great humility - agrees with Scott's point that Moses' third argument was actually a prayer after all; meanwhile, Scott backtracks and claims that there's no difference between an argument and a prayer, anyway. Join the discussion and let us know what you think!

(106) Prayer Versus Argument: A Meaningful Distinction or Just Semantics?

As missles fall over southern and central Israel, David and Scott offer their reactions to the situation on this special bonus episode of Morning Drive Bible. Please share so that people know the truth of what's happening in Israel.

BONUS EPISODE: The Bombs Launched from Gaza on November 12, 2019

Moses' fourth argument after the sin of the golden calf is that G-d should remember the merit of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. What, exactly, is this merit, and whom does it affect? Plus: the importance of wearing seat belts, and the real-life reality of the rewind button.

(107) The Merit of the Fathers Affects the World

According to an ancient tradition, Abraham was thrown into a fiery furnace because of his faith - yet he survived. How did this moment forever affect the future of the People of Israel?

(108) The Spiritual DNA of the Jewish People

Each of the ancestors of the Jewish People contributed something unique to the Jewish story and the Israelite DNA. What was the specific merit that came from Isaac?

(109) The Spiritual Merit of Isaac

How exactly does the merit of the forefathers mitigate the divine punishments of fire, sword, and exile? Join David and Scott to learn about "zechut avot" - the merit of the fathers.

(110) Fire, Sword and Exile - and the Antidote

There is an ancient Jewish tradition that claims that the merit of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob can be used up - and, in fact, was used up many years ago. Yet Jewish liturgy constantly invokes the merit of the fathers, as well. What's going on?

(111) Can the Merit of the Forefathers Run Out? It's a Complicated Question

On the one hand, Jewish tradition says that the merit of the forefathers was used up during the First Temple period; on the other hand, our ancestors are mentioned to this day in Jewish liturgy, and we see their merit hinted at in the Bible even after the First Temple's destruction. Join David and Scott for an enlightening explanation of this dichotomy that is relevant to our own understanding of G-d's place in our lives.

(112) The Covenant Versus the Bank Account: Understanding Our Forefathers' Relationship with G-d

New elections - again - in Israel, and a prime minister under threat of indictment. Impeachment hearings in the United States. Brexit throwing the United Kingdom into turmoil. The whole world feels enveloped in chaos. While every country is involved in its own problems, what is G-d's plan?

(113) Chaos in Israel and the World... Leading to the Final Redemption?

David and Scott offer a history lesson about Thanksgiving, and explain why all people of faith should be grateful to G-d for the gift of America.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

(114) Thanksgiving: Thanking G-d for America

Book learning is wonderful, but nothing compares to actually witnessing the actions of our great teachers. Join David and Scott as they discuss this idea, and how it relates to Moses' breaking of the Tablets of the Law.

(115) Interacting with our Teachers: The Greatest Education

G-d recites the thirteen attributes of mercy before Moses... and Jewish tradition says that G-d metaphorically appeared as a prayer leader when He did so. What does this teach us about the reason that the Bible relates G-d's praises?

(116) The Time G-d Taught Moses How to Pray

G-d informs Moses that whenever Israel recites the thirteen attributes of mercy, He will forgive them. Doesn't this sound like a type of magic trick? Isn't prayer supposed to be about building a relationship with G-d, rather than the mindless recitation of a formula? Join David and Scott as they tackle this difficult question and, in the process, help us understand the place of standardized prayer.

(117) Formulaic Prayer: Magic Words or Something Deeper?

The thirteen attributes of divine mercy that appear in Exodus 34 begin with the name of G-d mentioned three times - the Tetragrammaton twice, and then the Hebrew word for "G-d." Are these all counted among the thirteen, and if so, what do they mean? Listen to David and Scott duke it out in today's Morning Drive Bible.

(118) Is the Name of G-d an Attribute of Mercy?

The Bible offers two lists of G-d's thirteen attributes of mercy: one in Exodus, and one in the Book of Micah. How do they correspond to each other? Join David and Scott to find out.

(119) The Bible's Two Lists of the Thirteen Attributes

Who would ever use Mapquest instead of Waze?! Why, Waze helps you avoid problems that you didn't even anticipate, whereas Mapquest doesn't let you avoid anything! But David argues that in our journey to G-d, Mapquest is the way to go - and is the means to achieve authentic spiritual growth.

(120) Choose Mapquest, Not Waze

"I place the Lord before me always" - a beautiful sentiment. But why is it a key idea in repentance? And what does it teach me about the possibility of gaining confidence in myself?

(121) The New Creation of Me

David continues his explication of the five verses that present the keys to repentance with "Love your neighbor as yourself." It's a very important idea, but how is it related to our return to G-d?

(122) Loving Your Neighbor as a Key to Repentance

The verse in Proverbs 3:6 states, "Know Him in all your ways." David and Scott explain how this is an important ingredient in the fight against moral relativism.

(123) Combatting Moral Relativism

As we conclude our journey through the five verses of repentance, David explains why "walking humbly with G-d" is a key component of return.

(124) The Importance of Humility

David and Scott begin an investigation of the Spirit of G-d mentioned in the second verse of the Bible... after first discussing another modern miracle taking place in the State of Israel.

MORNING DRIVE BIBLE CLASSIC: Water from the Air

"In the Beginning G-d created the heavens and the earth." It's perhaps the simplest verse in the Bible - and David and Scott are already arguing over the correct translation. Join them for an eye-opening episode!

MORNING DRIVE BIBLE CLASSIC: In the Beginning... or Not?

The American strike against Qassam Soleimani was a strike against a terrorist mastermind with the blood of thousands on his hands. But what does the world's reaction to it tell us about antisemitism?And is Israel in danger? Join David and Scott for an important discussion.

(125) Qassam Soleimani, Antisemitism, and the Threat to Israel

Progressive values can be beautiful and moral; however, there are some people who, in their zeal for progressivism, create moral equivalencies which are outrageous. Join David and Scott in a further discussion about antisemitism and the reactions to Trump's strike against Qassam Soleimani.

(126) Progressive Values Gone Crazy

Antisemitism isn't a disease of either side of the aisle; no matter your political persuasion, you can find it on your side. Join David and Scott for a disturbing yet important discussion about the latest antisemitic attacks in New York.

(127) Antisemitism in America - Left and Right

Do Christians believe that Jesus was a Jew, or that Jesus is a Jew? The difference is more than semantics, and might provide an opening to help people of good will combat antisemitism. Join David and Scott for a crucial discussion about what you can do to help the Jewish people.

(128) Jesus IS a Jew or Jesus WAS a Jew: An Approach to Fighting Antisemitism

CUP OF SALVATION: A BIBLE STUDY ON PSALMS by Jewish Coffee House in partnership with David Nekrutman and Rabbi Pesach Wolicki.

Join them for an in-depth discussion of Psalms 113-118, known as Hallel. This series of psalms is used in Jewish worship during biblical feasts as well as other holidays on the Jewish calendar. Why were these psalms chosen for Jewish Holy Days? How are End Times prophecies fulfilled when we recite them? Uncover layers of meaning in Scripture you never knew existed. You will be amazed by the powerful messages that these psalms contain for both Jews and Christians.

Cup of Salvation Podcast: A Bible Study on Psalms

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