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Rabbi Steve Berkson opens the floor to the local congregants and those listening online to ask questions or make comments about any aspect of our belief.• Is the Star of David a pagan symbol?• 2 Timothy 4:5 - “do the work of an evangelist” – What is this?• Depression, chemicals, and the Walk• What about the “Messianic Scriptures” in the Tanakh?• 4 levels of understanding scriptureTake advantage of new teachings every week. Please click the "LIKE" button if this podcast has been a blessing.To learn more about MTOI, visit our website, https://mtoi.org.Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mtoiworldwideFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mtoi_worldwideYou can contact MTOI by emailing us at admin@mtoi.org or calling 423-250-3020. Join us for Shabbat Services & Torah Study LIVE, streamed on our YouTube Channel every Saturday at 1:15 pm and every Friday for Torah Study Live Stream at 7:30 pm, eastern time.

Rabbi Steve Berkson opens the floor to the local congregants and those listening online to ask questions or make comments about any aspect of our belief.• Intro• Demon possession and mental illness in the Bible• What about collecting objects of interest from other cultures?• I wanna know what love is• Getting it right in relationships• Will Yeshua’s disciples be the judges in the Kingdom to come?• Why do some people go back to their former life?• How to frustrate satan• I need a healingTake advantage of new teachings every week. Please click the "LIKE" button if this podcast has been a blessing.To learn more about MTOI, visit our website, https://mtoi.org.Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mtoiworldwideFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mtoi_worldwideYou can contact MTOI by emailing us at admin@mtoi.org or calling 423-250-3020. Join us for Shabbat Services & Torah Study LIVE, streamed on our YouTube Channel every Saturday at 1:15 pm and every Friday for Torah Study Live Stream at

We recommend listening to the full teaching, Pray Without Ceasing | Rabbi Tom Mitchell, before listening to this episode.Afterburn: also known in the fitness world as the “afterburn effect,” simply put, the more intense the exercise, the more oxygen your body consumes afterward. This effect could occur spiritually after the intense teachings Rabbi Berkson delivers each week. This Afterburn Q&A session allows your mind and soul to consume more understanding (oxygen).Some of the topics covered are:• The Spirit praying for us with groanings that cannot be uttered• I don’t want the enemy to hear me pray• What is considered “vain repetition”?• Why is it easier to pray at some times than at other times?• Is Messiah Yeshua God, or not?• Sincere prayer is our lifeline • This can hinder your ability to pray…• It’s good to isolate yourself to pray• Is there a difference between praise and prayer?• How can I test ‘the Voice’?Take advantage of new teachings every week. Please click the "LIKE" button if this podcast h

Rabbi Tom Mitchell, rabbi emeritus for MTOI, teaches on the many aspects of communicating with our Creator and Father.• Intro | Genesis 1:2 – What’s going on in the world today?• Watch and pray• What do we pray about?• Does Yahweh answer prayer?• Make a habit of prayer• Meditation as an aspect of prayer• Remove the distractions• Blessings in prayer• Is there anything more important than prayer? Listen to the Afterburn tomorrowTake advantage of new teachings every week. Please click the "LIKE" button if this podcast has been a blessing.To learn more about MTOI, visit our website, https://mtoi.org.Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mtoiworldwideFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mtoi_worldwideYou can contact MTOI by emailing us at admin@mtoi.org or calling 423-250-3020. Join us for Shabbat Services & Torah Study LIVE, streamed on our YouTube Channel every Saturday at 1:15 pm and every Friday for Torah Study Live Stream at 7:30 pm, eastern time.

We recommend listening to the full teaching, The Good & Trustworthy Servant | Part 3, before listening to this episode.Afterburn: also known in the fitness world as the “afterburn effect,” simply put, the more intense the exercise, the more oxygen your body consumes afterward. This effect could occur spiritually after the intense teachings Rabbi Berkson delivers each week. This Afterburn Q&A session allows your mind and soul to consume more understanding (oxygen).Some of the topics covered are:• Intro• About wheat and tares (darnel)• Acknowledging the leader in your vertical structure• Filthy rags?• A firm foundation• Shabbat-ing at home?• If you don’t respond…• Colossians 1:16 – created through Him and for Him?• In all wisdom and spiritual understanding (Colossians 1:9)• Can we or can we not sin?• You are provided with tools and experiences to strengthen you• Yah tests the heart and the kidneys. What are the kidneys?• How do we align our head and our heart?• Is joy linked to giving thanks?• Peace thr

In the Gospel of Matthew, chapter 25, verse 21, as Messiah Yeshua was telling a parable, He used the phrase, well done, you good and trustworthy servant. What does that look like, what is he talking about, and how can you be that kind of servant?As he takes us into the letter to the Colossians, Rabbi Berkson continues to teach us the definition of the word ‘good’ as our Bible defines it.• Intro• Colossians 1:1-8 – Getting the context• Colossians 1:9 – The knowledge of His desire• Colossians 1:10 – To walk worthily?• That’s not the way it works• Things revealed from above• Colossians 1:12 – Fit to share in the inheritance • Colossians 1:13 – Messiah placed us under a different authority• We shall be like Him?• Remember Who we are dealing with• Messiah completely restores us to favor unto Himself Listen to the Afterburn tomorrowTake advantage of new teachings every week. Please click the "LIKE" button if this podcast has been a blessing.To learn more about MTOI, visit our website, https://mtoi.org.Like us on Fa

We recommend listening to the full teaching, The Good & Trustworthy Servant | Part 2, before listening to this episode.Afterburn: also known in the fitness world as the “afterburn effect,” simply put, the more intense the exercise, the more oxygen your body consumes afterward. This effect could occur spiritually after the intense teachings Rabbi Berkson delivers each week. This Afterburn Q&A session allows your mind and soul to consume more understanding (oxygen).Some of the topics covered are:• Intro• Looks can be deceiving• How will I be judged if my teacher teaches me an error?• The first thing a gardener does with the soil…• …and understands it…• You’ve prepared your soil beforehand• Spiritual report card• Are you a threat?• Can a darnel become wheat? Does a darnel know they’re a darnel?• Casting your pearls before swine• Is finding your teacher an arduous task?Take advantage of new teachings every week. Please click the "LIKE" button if this podcast has been a blessing.To learn more about MTOI, v

In the Gospel of Matthew, chapter 25, verse 21, as Messiah Yeshua was telling a parable, He used the phrase, well done, you good and trustworthy servant. What does that look like, what is he talking about, and how can you be that kind of servant?In this teaching Rabbi Berkson breaks down Matthew chapter 7 as it has to do with the different kinds of trees and the fruit they bear. Then into chapter 13 where he shows us even more from the parable of the Sower and the Seed. • Intro• Matthew 7:17-20 – By their fruit you shall know them• Matthew 7:1 – Who’s the ‘them’?• Matthew 7:12 – The narrow gate• Matthew 7:15 – The influencers • Matthew 7:21 – He was hard on the teachers• Matthew 7:24 – Everyone who hears these words of mine…• This is what a prophet does• Matthew 13:1 – The soil is connected to the secrets of the Kingdom• Matthew 13:13-15 – Can you see and hear with your heart?• Yeshua explains the parable to his disciples• Matthew 13:24-25 – The other seed Listen to the Afterburn tomorrowTake advantage of new

On the first Shabbat of the month, Rabbi Steve Berkson opens the floor to the local congregants and those listening online to ask questions or comment about any aspect of our belief.Rabbi Berkson addresses topics concerning fundamental Torah-based practices and personal development, gives marital instruction, shares parental techniques, and more.Part 2:• How do I “shutdown” from the cares of life for Shabbat?• What about UAF’s and UFO’s?• How should I be involved in a Christian funeral?• What are the ‘delicacies’ in the Psalms and Proverbs?• Why wouldn’t Messiah Yeshua heal the Kenanite woman’s child?• Galatians 3:24 – we don’t need a trainer?• Did the serpent (Nahash) get kicked out of the garden with Adam & Eve?• Left and right?• Is the saying, “As a man thinks, so is he”, wrong to apply?• What about being called for jury duty?• Can I blow a shofar and when?• Please, don’t give me any Christmas gifts!• Washing of water by the Word? Take advantage of new teachings every week. Please click the "LIKE" butt

On the first Shabbat of the month, Rabbi Steve Berkson opens the floor to the local congregants and those listening online to ask questions or comment about any aspect of our belief.Rabbi Berkson addresses topics concerning fundamental Torah-based practices and personal development, gives marital instruction, shares parental techniques, and more.Part 1:• You can’t see what you can’t see• When is it appropriate to put out a fleece?• Is it wrong to visit historical pagan worship sites?• Shouldn’t we pray for them?• Will the “wedding feast” be held in the Millennium?• What should we do with companies with whom we don’t share beliefs?• What is the “hidden manna” in Revelation 2:17?• Tuck in your tzitzit?• Why did the people of past times want to be buried with their ancestors?• Genesis 20:16 – Why was Sarah “cleared”?• Is casting lots something we should do today?• When your children ask about Torah observance…• Why did Messiah Yeshua teach in parables?Take advantage of new teachings every week. Please click the

We recommend listening to the full teaching, The Building Blocks of a Successful Marriage | Part 3, before listening to this Afterburn.AFTERBURN:Some of the topics covered are:• Intro / Different ways to communicate• Get you fixed first• How do I handle the emotional side of the divorce process?• Seeing your spouse in the correct way•What do boundaries look like in marriage?• You and me, not you vs. me• Are there non-negotiable issues leading to divorce?• That falls under communication• What does it look like to allow my husband to lead?• Why should a woman who is past child-bearing years marry?Afterburn: also known in the world of fitness as the “afterburn effect”, simply put; The more intense the exercise, the more oxygen your body consumes afterward. The same could be true as you build up your spiritual self. After an intense teaching session, you need answers as more thoughts and questions consume you in your spiritual growth.Rabbi Steve Berkson, director of MTOI, provides an opportunity for the Afterburn

The world and the different religious systems have significantly distorted marriage to the point that it has become something most people want to avoid. They would rather indulge in all the benefits of the marriage relationship without committing.In this episode, Elder Jackson speaks about how constant and meaningful communication is vital to establishing a successful marriage.• Intro• Goals• Review• Unequally yoked in marriage (Genesis 2:24)• Your wife is your first ministry (Ephesians 5)• Respect, as to the Master• The Four Questions• Respect, support, and healthy boundaries from the man’s perspective• Are you whole enough for a relationship?Listen to the Afterburn tomorrowTake advantage of new teachings every week. Please click the "LIKE" button if this podcast has been a blessing.To learn more about MTOI, visit our website, https://mtoi.org.Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mtoiworldwideFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mtoi_worldwideYou can contact MTOI by emailing us at admin

We recommend listening to the full teaching, The Good & Trustworthy Servant | Part 1, before listening to this episode.Some of the topics covered are:• Intro• Did Yeshua always reference the Tanakh when he spoke?• Yahweh gives the power to gain wealth• Observations by Chris• A divided heart cannot serve Yah properly• How you treat others reflects on the Father & Don’t argue with them• Is there a cost for discipleship • Last shall be first, and first shall be last?• The challenges to becoming Torah-observant• Should we actively seek opportunities to help others?• What is ‘bearing false witness against another’?• Does Yah always reveal your ‘planks’?• How does one know if they love their stuff too much?• Who is considered our “brothers and sisters”?• You shouldn’t be doing this• What is the price you’re not willing to pay?Afterburn: also known in the fitness world as the “afterburn effect,” simply put, the more intense the exercise, the more oxygen your body consumes afterward. This effect could occur s

In the Gospel of Matthew, chapter 25, verse 21, as Messiah Yeshua was telling a parable, He used the phrase, well done, you good and trustworthy servant. What does that look like, what is he talking about, and how can you be one?As he starts this new teaching series, Rabbi Steve Berkson answers these questions. This teaching will take each element, Good, Trustworthy, and Servant, and break them down in depth from the Scripture.• Intro• Matthew 25:1 – Understanding the Kingdom• How do you serve Messiah?• What is ‘good’?• Which ones do I do?• Come and follow me• Entrance into the Kingdom requires doing• Deuteronomy 10:12-13 – What does Elohim require of you?• Deuteronomy 6:24 – Keeping the commandments is righteous and good• Luke 6:45 – From the heart of a good man the mouth speaks• The student is not above the teacher• If you claim the Messiah is your master… Listen to the Afterburn tomorrowTake advantage of new teachings every week. Please click the "LIKE" button if this podcast has been a blessing.To learn m

Be sure to listen to the previous podcast, In The Zone | October 2023 | Part 1.On the first Shabbat of the month, Rabbi Steve Berkson opens the floor to the local congregants and those listening online to ask questions or comment about any aspect of our belief.Rabbi Berkson addresses topics concerning fundamental Torah-based practices and personal development, gives marital instruction, shares parental techniques, and more.Part 2:• Briana shares her Sukkot experience as a teacher• Excited to volunteer• Science is painting a picture of the Creator• Don’t let your pride and fear get in the way• Being a host for an international guest• The connection• She was persistent • You’re lying to me (A tithing story)Take advantage of new teachings every week. Please click the "LIKE" button if this podcast has been a blessing.To learn more about MTOI, visit our website, https://mtoi.org.Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mtoiworldwideFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mtoi_worldwideYou can contac

On the first Shabbat of the month, Rabbi Steve Berkson opens the floor to the local congregants and those listening online to ask questions or comment about any aspect of our belief.Rabbi Berkson addresses topics concerning fundamental Torah-based practices and personal development, gives marital instruction, shares parental techniques, and more.Part 1:• Intro• Should we tithe on benevolence?• What is the bowing and bending the knee motion?• Please come to the feasts• My personal growth when meeting and talking with others• What can I do better to prepare for Shabbat?• Yah’s secret place?• Value and guard your lifeTake advantage of new teachings every week. Please click the "LIKE" button if this podcast has been a blessing.To learn more about MTOI, visit our website, https://mtoi.org.Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mtoiworldwideFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mtoi_worldwideYou can contact MTOI by emailing us at admin@mtoi.org or calling 423-250-3020. Join us for Shabbat Service

Be sure to check out the previous podcast, "Stories from the MTOI Community | Part 1"Rabbi Steve Berkson gives the floor to a few people to tell their stories of how they came into commitment in the context of Messiah so that you could hear and relate the experience of others with your own. Many of us had the experience of finding the Messiah first before we discovered that the Torah is still relevant. For some of us, it was the other way around. Some of us had no experience with the church, Judaism, Torah, or anything. Yet, being guided to the truth that Messiah Yeshua is the Living Torah, it’s now possible to be a part of the Forever Kingdom.Some of the topics covered are:• Intro• Story 5 - What did Yeshua say?• Story 6 - Monique from Washington state• Story 7 - A three-sided tent• Story 8 - We will celebrate Yahweh’s feasts• Story 9 - It didn't make sense anymore• Story 10 - That didn’t happen as I had thoughtTake advantage of new teachings every week. Please click the "LIKE" button if this podcast has bee

Rabbi Steve Berkson gives the floor to a few people to tell their stories of how they came into commitment in the context of Messiah so that you could hear and relate the experience of others with your own. Many of us had the experience of finding the Messiah first before we discovered that the Torah is still relevant. For some of us, it was the other way around. Some of us had no experience with the church, Judaism, Torah, or anything. Yet, being guided to the truth that Messiah Yeshua is the Living Torah, it’s now possible to be a part of the Forever Kingdom.• Intro• Story 1 - This is where I’m supposed to be• Story 2 - Michelle from Tasmania • Story 3 - I had complete shalom• Story 4 - Monica from Mexico (Yahweh uses ducks) Listen to Episode 2 tomorrowTake advantage of new teachings every week. Please click the "LIKE" button if this podcast has been a blessing.To learn more about MTOI, visit our website, https://mtoi.org.Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mtoiworldwideFollow us on Instagram: htt

These days, some cannot define the meaning of ‘woman,’ men think they are women, or women decide they are men. Society uses terms such as toxic masculinity, macho, chauvinist, misogynist, and sexist to describe men. Because of this, the roles of men and women, as Elohim intended, are all but lost to the depravity of the human condition.Addressing a topic not talked about robustly in Scripture, Rabbi Steve Berkson embarks on resetting our understanding of what men should be and do and what women should be and do. He begins at the Beginning when the creation of Mankind commenced.In this the final part of this series, the audience is invited to ask questions or give their thoughts about the teaching.Some of the topics covered are:• Continual Generational Weakness• How to deal with the “woke” society• testimony of the impact of this teaching series• As a woman, how do I deal with my emotions?• Alignment with Elohim as a single woman• Not walking in agreement is a marriage problem• How do I vet a potential spouse?

These days, some cannot define the meaning of ‘woman,’ men think they are women, or women decide they are men. Society uses terms such as toxic masculinity, macho, chauvinist, misogynist, and sexist to describe men. Because of this, the roles of men and women, as Elohim intended, are all but lost to the depravity of the human condition.Addressing a topic not talked about robustly in Scripture, Rabbi Steve Berkson embarks on resetting our understanding of what men should be and do and what women should be and do. He begins at the Beginning when the creation of Mankind commenced.In this the final part of this series, the audience is invited to ask questions or give their thoughts about the teaching.• Intro & review• Interacting with other married persons when apart from your spouse• I’m uncomfortable with who my husband is hanging out with• Is your ex-spouse still a part of your family?• Uncomfortable with hugging some people?• How to be a widow and single?• One spouse tithes and the other doesn’t?• How to