It’s been said that if you win the morning, you win the day.

On today’s podcast, host Yael Eckstein shares interesting insights on how we should approach each new day. And she does this by looking to the Bible—at a Jewish teaching about the priest’s daily service, first in the Tabernacle and then later in the Temple.

By adopting this biblical mindset, we can experience every day with maximum joy, clarity, and productivity—and win the day!

And listen to more of Yael’s teachings from the Bible on her daily podcast, The Chosen People.

As people of faith, we often use the expression “walking with God.” But what does walking with God really mean?

Having a close relationship with God probably means different things to different people. Some feel closest to Him in prayer. Others might draw nearer to God by reading His Word, the Bible.

In today’s episode, host Yael Eckstein will share what Jewish tradition teaches us about walking in God’s ways—and how we can do that and grow closer to Him each day. You may be surprised at how simple it is!

Listen now and learn more with this practical, insightful, and inspirational teaching.

And listen to more of Yael’s teachings on her daily podcast, The Chosen People.

Does your family have any special holiday traditions during this festive time of year?

Most of us do, including host Yael Eckstein, who shares her special family traditions for Hanukkah. Yael explains how this holiday inspires hope, faith, and light for her husband and kids… and how Hanukkah has kept the Jewish people hopeful during the darkest of times in their history.

This Hanukkah, let’s remember all the light God brings to our lives and how this holiday has inspired faith in those who desperately need it.

Happy Hanukkah and Merry Christmas!

Learn more about Hanukkah in our Learning Center.

And listen to more of Yael’s teachings on her daily podcast, The Chosen People.

Why do you think that, during the darkest time of the year, the Jewish people celebrate Hanukkah, the Festival of Lights?

It’s not a coincidence. We celebrate light during this dark time of year because only against that backdrop of darkness can we truly appreciate light.

In this special Hanukkah episode, host Yael Eckstein will explore this season during which Jews remember the miracles that happened in their history and the miracles that are still happening today! As we’ll learn in this powerful episode, Hanukkah reminds us that no matter how dark things may be, we can still find the light.

No matter how impossible things may seem, God can make miracles happen. Listen now!

Learn more about Hanukkah in our Learning Center.

And listen to more of Yael’s teachings on her daily podcast, The Chosen People.

How do miracles happen? A miracle just takes one step of faith and God takes care of the rest!

That’s what today’s episode is all about, as host Yael Eckstein looks at the story of the miracle of the oil. We learn how when rededicating the Temple in ancient times, God’s people lit the menorah on faith alone because they knew they didn’t have enough pure oil for it to burn more than one day.

And guess what? God performed a miracle, and the flame lasted for eight days until they could get more pure oil!

This Hanukkah, all God wants us to do is light that first candle and He will do the rest. Just as the Hanukkah story has inspired the Jewish people throughout history, God’s miracles in our own lives ignite hope and let our faith burn bright. Listen now!

Learn more about Hanukkah in our Learning Center.

And listen to more of Yael’s teachings on her daily podcast, The Chosen People.

Hanukkah, a season of God’s light and miracles, is probably one of the most well-known Jewish holidays, primarily because of its proximity to Christmas. But do you know what miracles are remembered and celebrated during this season?

Join Yael Eckstein for a four-part podcast series on Hanukkah, exploring the many lessons of faith this holiday has for us. Today, Yael tells us the miraculous story of the Maccabees, and how their courage and faith in God were a huge turning point in history for the Jewish people.

Hanukkah is a reminder that a single act of bravery can be turned into one of God’s miracles!

Learn more about Hanukkah in our Learning Center.

And listen to more of Yael’s teachings on her daily podcast, The Chosen People.

We all know that giving to those in need is important… but that doesn’t mean it’s easy. When we’re short on time or money—or both—it’s can be hard to give away what little we have.

But on this podcast episode, host Yael Eckstein turns the concept of giving completely on its head. She explores verses in the Book of Exodus in which God commands the Israelites to contribute to His purposes. In this Bible passage, we’ll discover a hidden message in the original Hebrew that will change your perspective on giving—and your capacity to receive.

For more information on today’s episode visit mybiblicalroots.org.

And listen to more of Yael’s Bible teachings on her new podcast, The Chosen People.

What will your legacy be?

Maybe it will be how successful you were in your career. Or maybe it will be how much you loved your family.

In today’s episode, host Yael Eckstein turns to the Bible to show how we can leave behind a strong legacy of faith. When we prioritize doing good deeds and supporting the people in our lives in positive ways, we create a lasting impact that reaches far beyond our own lifetime.

Every day is a chance to create a legacy of faith that will impact generations to come—and today’s episode will show you how.

For more information on today’s episode visit mybiblicalroots.org.

And listen to more of Yael’s Bible teachings on her new podcast, The Chosen People.