This Shabbat turned out to be very special because my sisters are visiting from New York. They kindled the Shabbat candles with me to usher in the weekly time of rest that our Creator has ordained. They tasted and loved the Challah bread that I bake for Shabbat since becoming a Messianic believer. The deeper meaning of the candles, the wine and the bread made the Shabbat meal more significant for them.
They attended and loved the Messianic Shabbat service at Sar Shalom. Rabbi Mark has begun a new teaching series on the book of Matthew. To say they (all of us there) were blessed is a gross understatement. They (we) were overjoyed. RS said her cup was overflowing.
To top that, 2 other dear friends of mine also attended Shabbat service for the first time. The Shabbat service was a glorious experience for them as well. They shared that they were overcome with emotion when the Torah Scroll was carried in. Why was that? Because Baruch HaKodesh (Holy Spirit) was proving once again that His Torah is mighty. Any preconceived notions of the "Messianic" were dispelled, and all that remained was HaShem's love.
Later on our small group was gathered in an attitude of worship, thanksgiving and reverence, as EH kindled the Havdalah candle to close Shabbat. Shabbat is always a blessed time. For us in my household, this Shabbat was a very special time. We received a double portion by sharing it with family and friends. Some near, and some that had come from afar.
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