Derech Ha Kodesh means PATH to Holiness. The disciples called themselves Ha Derech (John 14:16; Acts 9:2; 18:25,26; 9:23; 12:4; 24:22); and Ha Derech, the PATH, or Derech Ha Kodesh, The PATH to Holiness (Isaiah 35:8; 4-:3; 41-43). We, as disciples, are called on the PATH, which brings Judaism and Christianity back together again in one faith of Abraham. The PATH is the transition process between the kingdoms of this world and the Kingdom of God. As disciples of Jesus, we use his name Yahshua. Ha Derech represents the Biblical transformation of Jews, Christians, Americans and citizens of other nations into a new people of God. The PATH to Holiness was the name of the courtyard of the Jerusalem temple (Messiah) that led to the Hold of Holies (God).
Derech Ha Kodesh Celebrations
Ha Derech celebrates Shabbat and all the Biblical/Jewish holidays (Sabbath). It teaches the coming Kingdom of God which one cannot see unless one exceeds the righteousness of both Jews and Christians. The congregation is built on the structure and laws of Moses (Menorah), the government of David (Star), and the grace and love that is in Jesus Christ (Cross, or Tree of Life).
People of all nations are invited to the great wedding supper of Yeshua Messiah (Jesus Christ). Being Jews, as well as Christians, we celebrate the Sabbath.
Biblical Basis of the Congregation
Star and Cross
Coat of Arms of the House of David
What does the Torah (Bible) say about the Messiah?
1. Deuteronomy 18:15-19. Moses proclaims that a prophet like him will rise and the people must obey. Those who love God keep His commandments (1 John 2:5).
2. Isaiah 9:6-7. Messiah is to reign on King David's throne and be the head of the government of God, over all the peoples of the world and serving all the peoples of the world.
3. Daniel 7:13-14. Messiah is to be given glory and everlasting dominion over all the nations.
4. Zechariah 9:9. Israel's righteous king will deliver salvation for the world and be humble and mounted upon a "democratic" donkey.
5. Israel's calendar, festivals, and rabbinical priesthood will be established by Messiah. Zechariah 14, Isaiah 66, 60-62, Revelation 12:13. There is no Christianity apart from Judaism (Acts 15) and Jesus did not give a New Testament, but a renewed covenant.
6. Are you prepared for the coming changes in our society and the coming of God's Kingdom? Isaiah 44: 4-5, that all the nations of the world will take on the name Christ's Israel.
7. God has raised up a nation with eagle's wings, Exodus 19:4, America, that will join with the purpose of Israel, which has been to sanctify God in human history.
8. Isaiah 53 - Jesus' life was given for the light of the world, for nations to come into godliness and give up the Greco Romanism (paganism). The life of the Jewish people was to give up in the Holocaust for the redemption of the world and as a witness to the truth that Jesus is Christ (Messiah). Both the Messiah and Israel are the suffering servants of the world. And His people wear the word of God on their forehead (Rev. 14).
9. Did you know that all knowledge and wisdom finds its foundation in God (Prov. 14:1), that no liberal arts education is complete without God, and the wisdom of men becomes foolishness. A liberal arts education becomes useless knowledge without God. Science is commanded by God and science serves as a prophetic function in our society, Genesis 1:26-28.
10. Did you know that all the nations will come together as the United States under the Kingdom of Christ (Messiah). Moses and Muhammad, the Torah and Koran will be under Messiah's authority and Kingdom (Rev. 11:15).
11. Did you know that spiritual outpouring like never before seen is going to happen and all medicine, all science, all knowledge, all homes, all temples, all nations are going to be filled with the new spirit of love and caring, a renewed heaven and earth (Joel 2:28-32 and Acts 2).
12. Call to repent. Therefore, repent, the Kingdom of God is at hand (Matthew 4:17), receive the righteousness of both Jew and Christian and know that if you are Jewish, Jesus' blood has been shed for you and if you are Christian, the blood of the Jewish people has been shed for you, and that all the nations and Abraham shall come together in peace (Zech. 8:19), peace that surpasses all understanding. All Israel has a place in the world to come.
Sins of the flesh are breaking of God's law and the forgiveness of these sins is a gift of the Holy Spirit. Let it call you to repent and seek first the Kingdom of God.
Books and Library Materials Available
There are 2500 books and videos available to use or borrow from the congregation.
Rabbi Eric Braverman M.D., author of the following four books, is an ordained Rabbi and received ordination from Sheloh Yeshiva and Rabbinical training from Lubavitch and training from Worldwide Church of God. He is also Medical and Research Director of the PATH Foundation and Clinic.
Updated Holy Bible, God's plan and history for the United States and the world from Christ to Christ (Messiah) "Compelling and Powerful . . . " George H. Gallup, Jr. " . . A new dimension of God's Purpose for His, and for our, country," Rec. Dr. Ernest Gordon, former Dean of the Chapel at Princeton University ($24.00)
What's Your Spiritual Health? Fine tune your spiritual health and get abundant life (John 10:10). "At long last a compassionate look at the spiritual dimension of health and longevity. . . " Kenneth Pelletier, author of Mind as Healer ($12.00).
Derech Ha Kodesh, the PATH to Holiness Manual, a theological tract merging Judaism and Christianity, an explanation of theological issues, i.e., the differences between Judaism and Christianity ($12.00).
The Adventures of Billy Brain and Hillary Heart, a medical look at Genesis and how to properly merge thinking and feeling ($7.00).
Our Father, Who art in heaven,
Hallowed be Thy name.
Our Father, Our King,
There is no King like You.
Lord, make us an instrument of your peace.
Thy will be done
On earth as it is in heaven.
Services
Services Shabbat morning 10:30 - 12:00. Bible study weekly.
Call 609 446-4435 for information.