Daily Devotionals
Remembering Who We Really Are
September 18, 2023
On Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, we dedicate an entire day to remembering who we really are, what our purpose is in the world, and asking God to forgive us for our past mistakes.
Casting Off Our Sins
September 17, 2023
Through this action, we are, in essence, casting off our sins into the water and beginning life anew. It is symbolic of the freedom from sin we can enjoy when we repent.
Three Messages of the Trumpet
September 15, 2023
The three ways of blowing the shofar symbolize the three messages of the trumpet that we are meant to understand on the days on which it is blown.
Our Shepherd Knows Us
September 14, 2023
Our Shepherd knows us. He created us, and He understands our frailties and our inclination toward sinfulness.
The Promise of the High Holy Days
September 13, 2023
The promise of the High Holy Days is that God can wipe the slate clean and we can have a fresh start. But first, we must take responsibility and make amends for our past.
Where Are You Spiritually?
September 12, 2023
His question was really, “Where are you spiritually? Have you noticed that you have strayed from me?”
Planting Seeds of Good Thoughts
September 11, 2023
Judaism has a saying: “Our first thoughts decide the end results.” Our thoughts at the beginning of a something new impact how things will unfold.
Ride the Wave of Faith
September 10, 2023
When we trust in God through difficulties, even tragedies, we will ride the wave that could have otherwise knocked us down.
The Throne of Mercy
September 8, 2023
According to tradition, when the shofar, the ritual trumpet, is sounded in the synagogue, God gets up from the throne of judgment and sits down on the throne of compassion and mercy.
Have a Good and Sweet Year
September 7, 2023
The traditional Rosh Hashanah greeting is actually Shanah Tovah U’metuka, which means, “Have a good and sweet year.” That is my wish for us all.