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Repentance, Restoration & Hope | Deuteronomy 31, Hosea 14, Joel 2, Micah 7, Romans 1

IamBarabbas @reggiethayil.bsky.social · 7d

This week: V’Zot HaBeracha—Moses’ final blessing, Joshua’s commissioning, and the disciples empowered by Yeshua.

Study with me by Tuesday and see how God’s mission flows from one generation to the next.

#VZotHaBeracha #TorahStudy #BibleStudy #Messiah

IamBarabbas @reggiethayil.bsky.social · 19d

Repentance • Restoration • Hope ✨

Deut 31 | Hosea 14 | Joel 2 | Micah 7 | Romans 1
God’s call to return, His mercy, and the hope fulfilled in Messiah.

📺 Watch this week’s Sabbath teaching: youtu.be/mKO32zVUorQ

#BibleStudy #ChristianPodcast #TorahPortion

Repentance & Restoration: The True Meaning of the Day of Trumpets #faith #bible #god

IamBarabbas @reggiethayil.bsky.social · 22d

Next set of readings are here! 📖

Deut 31, Hosea 14, Joel 2, Micah 7, Romans 1 – repentance, restoration, hope. Dive in!

#BibleStudy #Faith #VaYelech

IamBarabbas @reggiethayil.bsky.social · 25d

Many expected the Rapture on the Day of Trumpets—but they missed the point.

This day is about repentance, turning to God, and mending relationships.

Watch here: youtube.com/shorts/ULRBp...
#DayOfTrumpets #Repentance #Faith #BiblicalTeaching

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The Feast of Trumpets & Ten Days of Awe | Yom Teruah, Shofar Blasts, and Messiah’s Return

IamBarabbas @reggiethayil.bsky.social · 29d

📯 New teaching: Feast of Trumpets.

The shofar calls us to awaken + turn back to God as we look toward Messiah’s return.

▶️ youtu.be/BJhwNHVd0KM
🌐 thayilthoughts.com

#FeastOfTrumpets #Bible

Blessings, Curses, and Covenant: Ki Tavo Explained | Deuteronomy 26–29, Isaiah 60, Romans 11

IamBarabbas @reggiethayil.bsky.social · Sep 18

📯 Explore Yom Teruah & Yom Kippur: how these feasts point to Yeshua, resurrection, judgment & hope.

New podcast episode next week!

#YomTeruah #YomKippur #Shofar #BibleStudy #Messianic

IamBarabbas @reggiethayil.bsky.social · Sep 17

She gave two coins, but Jesus said it was more than all the rich.

True generosity isn’t about wealth—it’s about trust.

Full teaching here 👉 youtu.be/eJ9NFHybnGE or thayilthoughts.com

IamBarabbas @reggiethayil.bsky.social · Sep 16

Ki Tavo (Deut 26–29): first-fruits, covenant renewal, blessings & curses. What does it mean for us today?

Watch 👉 youtu.be/eJ9NFHybnGE or thayilthoughts.com
#BibleStudy #Faith #Christian

Ki Tetse Bible Study | Deuteronomy 21–25, Isaiah 54, Matthew 19 | God’s Justice & Mercy

IamBarabbas @reggiethayil.bsky.social · Sep 14

This week’s portion: Ki Tavo — “When You Enter In.”

Deut 26–29 | Isaiah 60 | Luke 21 | Romans 11 | Ephesians 1

Read with me before Tuesday’s teaching 📖 — God’s Word is alive for us today!

#BibleStudy #Faith

IamBarabbas @reggiethayil.bsky.social · Sep 9

God gave Israel 34 laws in Deut 21–25 about family, justice & mercy. What do they mean for us today?

📖 Watch the new teaching here: youtu.be/x7FVsTQZNAM or at thayilthoughts.com
#BibleStudy #Faith #Scripture #Christian

God’s Design for Leadership: Judges, Kings, Priests & Prophets | Bible Study Podcast

IamBarabbas @reggiethayil.bsky.social · Sep 7

This week’s Torah portion is Ki Tetse — “When You Go Out.”

📖 Deuteronomy 21:10–25:19 | Isaiah 54:1–10 | Matthew 19:1–12

Join the journey through God’s Word! 🙌

#BibleStudy #TorahPortion #Scripture #ChristianFaith #JesusChrist #GodsWord

IamBarabbas @reggiethayil.bsky.social · Sep 5

👑 In Scripture, the king’s role isn’t about power, war, or wealth—it’s about setting an example of loyalty to God.

That’s the kind of leadership we’re all called to live out. 🙌

IamBarabbas @reggiethayil.bsky.social · Sep 2

What makes a leader truly faithful?

This week’s episode looks at biblical leadership — Judges, Kings, Priests, Prophets, and Officers — and how God’s Word points to Christ as the ultimate Leader.

🎧 Watch on YouTube: youtu.be/UwjClSUD5NA
🌐 Or at ThayilThoughts.com

IamBarabbas @reggiethayil.bsky.social · Aug 31

📖 This Week’s Readings:

Deut 16:18–21:9 | Isa 51:12–52:12 | John 1:19–27 | 1 Cor 5:9–13

Explore justice, holiness & leadership in God’s people, pointing to the coming Messiah.

Read ahead and prepare your heart!
#BibleStudy #Justice #Holiness #Messiah #Scripture

Thayil Thoughts | Discover Biblical Insights Today

IamBarabbas @reggiethayil.bsky.social · Aug 29

Explore appointed places & times, blessings & curses, and testing false teachings in this week’s Torah & Prophets study.

Watch full episode on YouTube or ThayilThoughts.com: youtu.be/4enhXuvgnUg

Explore Scripture readings, spiritual articles, and faith podcasts focused on justice, mental health, and biblical teachings to deepen your faith journey.

ThayilThoughts.com

IamBarabbas @reggiethayil.bsky.social · Aug 28

✨ This Week’s Readings: Re’eh — “See!”

Deuteronomy 11:26–16:17 | Isaiah 54:11–55:5 | 1 John 4:1–6

Running behind this week, but the teaching video will be up soon (tonight or tomorrow). Thanks for your patience!

#BibleStudy #TorahPortion #FaithJourney

Deuteronomy 7–11, Isaiah 49–51, Romans 8: God’s Covenant Love & Overcoming Tribulation

IamBarabbas @reggiethayil.bsky.social · Aug 20

Nothing can separate us from the love of God. Not famine, not fear, not even failure. 🙌

This week I walk through Deut 7–11, Isa 49–51, and Rom 8:31–39.
▶️ Watch now: youtu.be/VT5LQH9FYzo

IamBarabbas @reggiethayil.bsky.social · Aug 17

This week’s readings remind us: even in tribulation or danger, God’s love never lets go. ✨

📖 Deut 7:12–11:25 | Isa 49:14–51:3 | Rom 8:31–39

Join me later on YouTube as I teach through these passages. #BibleStudy

The Shema, Moses’ Discourses & God’s Covenant Faithfulness | Deut 3:23–7:11, Isaiah 40, Matthew 23

IamBarabbas @reggiethayil.bsky.social · Aug 14

The Shema (Deut. 6:4–5) calls us to love God with our whole being — every thought, every breath, every act.

This isn’t just ancient Israel’s prayer — it’s the heartbeat of Christian discipleship.

📖 Full teaching here: youtu.be/J9msEdjYT0Y

#BibleStudy #ChristianFaith #LoveGod #GreatestCommandment

Why Deuteronomy Is the Most Important Book in the Bible #biblestudy #faith #shorts #podcast

IamBarabbas @reggiethayil.bsky.social · Aug 9

📖 This Week’s Readings
Va'Etchanan — Deut 3:23–7:11
Isa 40:1–26 | Matt 23:31–39 | Mark 12:28–34
“Shema Yisrael… Hear, O Israel: The LORD our God is one.”

Read with me & be ready for the YouTube episode next week.

#BibleStudy #TorahPortion #VaEtchanan #ShemaYisrael #WordOfGod #WeeklyReadings

IamBarabbas @reggiethayil.bsky.social · Aug 6

Don’t skip Deuteronomy.

It’s the foundation of God’s covenant and the key to understanding our faith through Yeshua.

Watch this short clip:
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Deuteronomy Begins: Obedience, Leadership, and the Consequences of Disobedience

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IamBarabbas @reggiethayil.bsky.social · Aug 5

Starting Deuteronomy—Moses’ final challenge to lead, obey, and return to God.

This week’s readings: Deut 1–3:22, Isaiah 1, Acts 9, 1 Tim 3.
🎥 youtu.be/1YgNKFxSFh4

Oaths, Vows & Perception: What God Requires of Our Words and Walk | Numbers 30–36, Jeremiah, Matthew

IamBarabbas @reggiethayil.bsky.social · Aug 3

🚨 New Torah portion drop! 🚨
We’re kicking off Deuteronomy—Moses’ most powerful words yet.

This week: Devarim (Words) 📜

🔥 Deut 1:1–3:22 | Isaiah 1:1–27 | Acts 9:1–22 | 1 Tim 3:1–7 🔥

Let’s dive into the heart of the covenant.
#Devarim #Deuteronomy #TorahPortion #Parsha #BibleReading

IamBarabbas @reggiethayil.bsky.social · Jul 29

Your eyes affect your walk.

Oaths, vows, inheritance, and truth.

🎧 youtu.be/6mbGNEc1xWQ