Acknowledging Truth Ministry

07/19/2025

For any a who may ask you are correct this is NOT the exact Parsha season FOR this lesson.

The actual chapter and verse being referenced is Deuteronomy 29:29.

With that being said this share is because of the timely and relevant message.

The short lesson imparted was done in 2022 and is still ever pertinent to today’s political, religious, ethnic, and ideological highly charged climate.

We believe this lesson calls us ALL to Godly Character and principle above all.

We pray it’s a blessing to you all.

Podcast Episode · JTS Torah Commentary · 09/20/2022 · 10m

06/15/2025

Happy Father’s Day:

A quick lesson in the Patriarch of our Faith.
Whether Jewish, Christian, or Muslim ALL three can and do agree that Abram/Abraham is the:

“FATHER OF OUR FAITH”

John 8:39; Genesis 15:6; Romans 4:3,16; Galatians 3:6-9; Hebrews 11:8-10

“FATHER OF MANY NATIONS”

Genesis 17: 1-6
1 ¶ And when Abram was ninety years old and nine, the LORD appeared to Abram, and said unto him, I am the Almighty God; walk before me, and be thou perfect. 2 And I will make my covenant between me and thee, and will multiply thee exceedingly.3 And Abram fell on his face: and God talked with him, saying, 4 As for me, behold, my covenant is with thee, and thou shalt be a father of many nations. 5 Neither shall thy name any more be called Abram, but thy name shall be Abraham; for a father of many nations have I made thee. 6 And I will make thee exceeding fruitful, and I will make nations of thee, and kings shall come out of thee. REFERENCE - Romans 4:16-18; Genesis 15:5.

A side bar series of nuggets that include various contextual parallels:

- Faith & Belief are NOT merely how we feel about God and how we feel towards God. These words in scripture truly translate to “what we do” and “how we do it” in relation to God’s Word, Spirit, and the embodiment of His character values and principles in discerning APPLICATION in conjunction with our said beliefs. 🤷🏽‍♂️

Faith/belief is a DO word. A verb, it’s about action, in God’s way, while in alignment with his balanced will.

- Abraham as a Father showed us strength, humility, cunning, principle, firmness, discipline/focus. He was inquisitive and introspective, supportive, loving, fierce yet kind, a protector, provider, counseler, worker, cultivator, traveler and builder.

If we dissect All his interactions we come upon these character traits and many more.

Ways to live as A Father to maintain, aspire to, and strive for Mastery on and in daily.

YOU got this!!!!

- Lastly, as a side note think on considering the current cultural the politically charged ans heightened climate sadly falsifying in many cases scriptural narratives in improper context in many cases.

In this case for terms being falsely redefined to suit hatred bigotry, rhetoric, and division.

Such as the attack on Diversity Equity, & Inclusion. Which actually stands for an equal seat at the same table to exercise everyone’s “uniqueness and unique abilities” to add to the whole. NOT unlike 1 Corinthians 12 talking about the gifts and how they Benefit the whole Body of Christ. Aka the diversities keep Gifts.

Notably in relation to Abram who become Abraham the Father of Many Nations, also explained as many people as beyond the sands in and on the sea.

This can’t be one group or just some groups, but is compromised of myriads if not ALL groups and in that speaks to the absolution of Diversity in our Patriarchs call and promise from God, as well as the equity and inclusion that Abraham fully embodies and represents which is echoed throughout the full continuity of scripture.

May we be kind to one another, love one another, value one another and not place ourselves higher than others esteeming others higher than ourselves. -

Philippians 2:1-5

1 ¶ If there be therefore any consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any bowels and mercies,
2 Fulfil ye my joy, that ye be likeminded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind.
3 Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.
4 Look not every man on his own things, but every man also on the things of others.
5 ¶ Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus

11/19/2024

Wanted to shared a solid read.

A confession I have been making daily.

Jeremiah 9:23-24 is the scriptural confession.

Contextual understanding is found in Jeremiah 9:23-26 the understanding ALL of us are equitably held to account.

Jeremiah 9:23-26:
23 ¶ Thus saith the LORD, Let not the wise man glory in his wisdom, neither let the mighty man glory in his might, let not the rich man glory in his riches: 24 But let him that glorieth glory in this, that he understandeth and knoweth me, that I am the LORD which exercise lovingkindness, judgment, and righteousness, in the earth: for in these things I delight, saith the LORD. 25 ¶ Behold, the days come, saith the LORD, that I will punish all them which are circumcised with the uncircumcised; 26 Egypt, and Judah, and Edom, and the children of Ammon, and Moab, and all that are in the utmost corners, that dwell in the wilderness: for all these nations are uncircumcised, and all the house of Israel are uncircumcised in the heart.

12/18/2023

Marriages start to die when couples stop talking. It's just the truth. Communication is a gracious gift from God—one that allows two individuals to express and understand thoughts, emotions, intentions, and perceptions.

It's absolutely critical for every married couple to keep the communication lines wide open. If ever they shut down, that should be seen as a huge red flag.

In our experience, problems with communication are always the result of some sin, be it subtle or overt. Pride may keep one of us from apologizing, shame may compel us to hide or tell half-truths, and unchecked anger might cause us to say unloving things in hurtful ways.

This is where Jesus changes everything. When we are in him, we see things correctly—we see ourselves and our sin accurately. We see our pride for what it is: foolishness. We recognize our shame as a lie from the enemy to keep us from not repenting of sin. And with Christ in view, anger is diffused as grace floods our hearts.

There is nothing you can't talk through when Christ is at the center of your marriage. The key is keeping him there and looking to him FIRST.
With Christ as the center, you can stand fast in your identity because of what he has already finished on the cross. Remember: you are an accepted, loved, child of God. You have been washed clean and made free of condemnation. You are free to love unconditionally because the one who loves you is relentless and unwavering.

May your marriage be marked by communication that never stops. As long as you are breathing, you can work through anything—for your good and God's glory.

Stay fierce,
Ryan & Selena

06/04/2023

Your marriage needs advocates, not adversaries. Choose and cultivate relationships wisely.

05/31/2023

"Do not be dismayed by the hypocrisy of others, nor by your own inconsistencies. Our lives are all journeys through hills and valleys— no person’s spiritual standing is a static affair.
But the good each person achieves is eternal, as he connects to the Source of All Good, Who is infinite and everlasting. The failures, on the other hand, are transient and superficial, fleeting shadows of clouds, as stains in a garment to be washed away."

Author - Rabbi Tzvi Freeman

05/30/2023

Social media makes it easy to believe that everyone has everything together ALL the time. Perfect moments, well-worded reflections, and carefully curated images. Very few people show what's outside the margins of the beautifully captured pictures and stories that fill their feeds.

Make it look perfect, snap, edit, post, repeat.

Tragically, this is how we sometimes present ourselves in real-life situations as well: pull it together, edit yourself, present your best, make an impression, repeat. Hope to God that people approve.

This is not a new phenomenon, but it's evolved dramatically with the advent of the internet. We now have constant reminders of "everyone's best", and more incentive than ever to show our very best... and to hide our worst.

We must remember that no life is perfect and certainly no marriage is perfect. No relationship is without struggle. And we are not alone when we experience difficulty. If we assume we're alone, we isolate ourselves which will only compound the problem.

No matter what you're going through in your marriage, you're not alone.

Fight for your marriage, but don't fight alone. Surround yourselves with brothers and sisters in Christ who understand that marriage takes work. Find a church—a body of believers who will remind you constantly of the gospel and who you are in Christ. Don't accept anything less.

There is no such thing as a perfect marriage. Anyone who tells you otherwise is pretending. The key is not in perfection but in the truth of Christ.

Seeking perfection will only make you ashamed when you fail and prideful when you succeed. Seeking Christ puts all weight, pressure, and glory on him. In return, you get identity, peace, and grace to fight for your marriage through every imperfect moment.

Stay fierce,
Ryan & Selena

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01/30/2023

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01/17/2023

When two individuals commit to spending their lives together, side-by-side, and in the same house, the first and most persistent opposition to the health of their marriage will always be their self-centeredness.

Marriage is an epic, endless clash of wills... but it doesn't have to stay that way! If self-centeredness is the sickness (and it is), then the Gospel is the cure.

We need God's grace to deliver us from our sin—sanctifying us daily—so we may learn to love selflessly. When, in marriage, each person begins to grasp the gravity and importance of selfless love, they'll begin to experience the weight of their own self-centeredness lift off their shoulders.

May your marriage be marked by mutually selfless love that is fueled by the inexhaustible love of God in Christ.

Stay fierce,
Ryan & Selena

01/06/2023

When we counsel this is a major imperative. UNDERSTANDING.

For strong relational and emotional intelligence understanding is at the center of healthy application.

Scripturally it’s the same: Proverbs 4:7, 1 Kings 3:9, Psalms 32:9, Psalms 49:3, Proverbs 10:13, Proverbs 14:29 & sooooo many many more.

Understanding informs discernment, and sound discernment ensures we navigate our relationships with character, dignity, grace, mercy, patience, love, forbearance, temperance, and apt hearing for sincere and healthy outcomes so that we all may grow and respect each others journey inwardly, out.