Kol Tzion (קוֹל צִיּוֹן)

Welcome back to "A Year of Connection and Growth"! As we step into Week 14, we’re moving beyond daily routines and into the realm of shared aspirations. This week's activity is all about charting your future together, creating a tangible "blueprint" for the life you both envision. In the hustle and bustle of life, it's easy to get caught up in individual pursuits, but a truly thriving partnership is built on a foundation of shared goals and mutual support. When you intentionally carve out time to discuss your aspirations, you not only strengthen your bond but also create a powerful roadmap for your life together. Week 14 Activity: Our Future Blueprint Session This week, set aside an evening for an "Our Future Blueprint Session." Gather a large piece of paper, poster board, dry-erase board, (or a flip chart), markers in various colors, and maybe some sticky notes. Alternatively, if you're a digitally-savvy couple, you could use a shared online ...

Scripture Focus: “Therefore shalt thou serve thine enemies which YAH shall send against thee, in hunger, and in thirst, and in nakedness, and in want of all things: and he shall put a yoke of iron upon thy neck, until he have destroyed thee.” ( Deuteronomy 28:48 ) The Total Destruction of the "Self" This lesson explores the most devastating stage of the "Great Displacement." It focuses on the extraction of the soul and the name . The "iron yoke" was not just a physical restraint; it was a psychological and cultural anvil designed to crush the identity of Israel until the original person was "destroyed" and a new, subservient identity was created. 1. The Physical and Psychological Yoke When the scripture mentions "hunger, thirst, nakedness, and the want of all things," it describes a state of absolute dependency . The Master as Provider: By stripping the Hebrews of their land, their language, their GOD, and their culture, the "ene...

  This recipe uses shredded jackfruit as a tender, chewy base, which is simmered in a smoky sauce and then finished on the grill for deep flavor and texture. INGREDIENTS A. Jackfruit Prep 2 cans (20 oz each) Young Green Jackfruit in Brine or Water, rinsed, drained, and shredded 1 tbsp Extra-Virgin Olive Oil 1/2 medium Red Onion, diced 2 cloves Garlic, minced B. Smoky BBQ Sauce 1 cup Organic Ketchup 1/4 cup Apple Cider Vinegar 1/4 cup Brown Sugar or Maple Syrup 2 Tbsp Molasses 1 tbsp Vegan Worcestershire Sauce 1 tbsp Smoked Paprika (essential for smoke flavor) 1 tsp Chili Powder 1/2 tsp Liquid Smoke (optional, but highly recommended for grill flavor) C. Assembly 6-8 Vegan Hamburger Buns, toasted Vegan Coleslaw (optional, but recommended for crunch) Dill Pickle Slices (optional) INSTRUCTIONS STEP 1: PREPARE AND SHRED JACKFRUIT Rinse and Shred: Drain the canned jackfruit well. Use your fingers to tear the large chunks into shreds, discarding any hard, triangular core pieces. Sauté: ...

The air is thick with the sound of "Dry Bones" rattling. We talk about the Exodus , we talk about Reparations , and we talk about Nation-Building . But there is a silent "clog" in the spiritual plumbing of the Remnant that no one wants to address: Resistance. We are experts at "Seeking YAH" with our lips while our feet are firmly planted in the mud of our own comfort. We want the Kingdom , but we argue with the King about the directions. We want the Land , but we question the Map . This resistance is the primary reason why many of us are still wandering in the land of our captivity when we should be laying the foundations of Zion. Resisting YAH's Instructions This pitfall refers to when we hesitate or outright argue with the divine directives YAH gives us for change, growth, or a new path. It's about a lack of immediate and willing obedience, born from doubt, fear, or a desire to cling to our own understanding or comfort. In the context of nation...

There is a fever pitch rising online and across every social media timeline. The talk of Reparations has become an obsession. We are seeing "influencers" and "political strategists" telling us that if we just organize, lobby the right people, and put "key figures" in office, we can finally force the President to cut the check. But as the Dry Bones rattle in April 2026 , we have to ask ourselves a question that cuts through the noise: Are we seeking YAH, or are we seeking a settlement? We are acting like we are the architects of our own freedom, but we have forgotten the Exodus Protocol. We are trying to "strategize" our way out of a 400-year verdict, while YAH is waiting for us to Cry Out to Him. I. The Egyptian Ledger: What Did They Cry For? Let’s look at the "Process of Time" in the Tanakh. When the King of Egypt died and the bondage became unbearable, did the children of Israel form a "Political Action Committee"? Did ...