The common fig tree is called Ficus carica. This tree has a long juvenile period and does not produce fruit for the first four to five years after being planted. In other words, the fig remains a child-tree for a period of time before maturing into adulthood. Adult fig trees produce two crops every year. The early crops are frequently small, acidic and inferior, only good for preserving. The latter crop of figs has edible fruit. Interestingly, fig trees produce their fruit before leaves.
For Nationwide Repentance
El Shaddai, our heavenly Abba, Awaken by your Spirit, your Ruach the consciences of those who have denied, forsake, and even betrayed their Savior. Convict by your Ruach, those who hate, mock and refuse to acknowledge Yeshua in this post-modern world. Show them all how terrifying it is to face eternity without the forgiveness of…
Hanukkah: The Truth in the Tradition
In John chapter 10, it is winter and the Feast of Dedication or Hanukkah has arrived. Yeshua is walking around in Solomon’s Porch, the covered area on the far eastern side of the Temple. It connected with the Court of the Gentiles where God-fears could come to the Temple and worship the God of Isra’el. It was in this area of the Temple that Yeshua’s Jewish brothers and sisters surrounded him and demanded that he reveal his identity.
Hanukkah Word: Assimilation
Hanukkah is more than just jelly-filled donuts, lights and candles, it is about purifying ourselves from everything that contaminates our temples and purify our walk with God. Hanukkah is about standing firm in the Truth and not assimilating into the pagan culture around us. Hanukkah is about being willing to die for what we believe so we remain God’s holy people.