Moment of JOI

By: Menachem Lehrfield
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  • Summary

  • Introducing Moment of JOI – a short, weekly podcast where Sarah and Rabbi Menachem Lehrfield (of the Jewish Outreach Initiative - i.e. JOI) bring you a dose of inspiration in under 90 seconds. Each week they offer a fresh insight from the weekly Torah Portion, offering a spark of JOI to enrich your week with meaningful, relevant wisdom. Whether you're looking for a quick thought to elevate your day or a deeper connection to the Torah, join us for a moment that’s uplifting, thought-provoking, and always inspiring.
    Copyright Menachem Lehrfield
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Episodes
  • Parshat Vayeira: How to Be God-Like: Lessons from Abraham’s Compassion

    Parshat Vayeira: How to Be God-Like: Lessons from Abraham’s Compassion
    Nov 15 2024
    In this week's Torah portion (Parashat Vayeira), we encounter a powerful lesson on compassion and humility:

    Abraham pauses in the middle of an intimate conversation with God to tend to a group of strangers in need. This act teaches us that sometimes, being like God—showing love, kindness, and compassion—can be even more meaningful than being in God's presence.

    How will you bring this lesson to life in your interactions this week? Shabbat Shalom.
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    1 min
  • Parshat Lech Lecha - Beyond Appearances: The Gift of Seeing the Soul

    Parshat Lech Lecha - Beyond Appearances: The Gift of Seeing the Soul
    Nov 8 2024
    In this week's Torah portion, we learn a beautiful lesson about seeing beyond the surface. As Abraham and Sara journey to Egypt, Abraham sees Sara’s reflection for the first time—an experience that shifts his perspective. Until that moment, he’d always seen her soul first, not just her physical appearance.

    What if we approached our relationships the same way? Imagine the depth we’d unlock if we looked past appearances to truly connect with the essence of those around us. Shabbat Shalom. 🌸
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    1 min
  • Parshat Noah: Lessons from Noah on Leading Through Crisis

    Parshat Noah: Lessons from Noah on Leading Through Crisis
    Nov 5 2024
    In this week's Torah portion (Parashat Noah), we encounter a fascinating insight that feels eerily relevant to our times:

    After the flood waters receded, Noah waited in the ark. Waited for God's permission to emerge and start rebuilding.

    But here's what strikes me: A Rabbi once said that if he were there, he would've broken down those doors immediately.
    Because when it comes to healing a broken world, sometimes the greatest leadership isn't in waiting – it's in taking that first brave step forward.

    Think about it: Our world faces its own kinds of floods today. Climate crisis. Social division. Economic uncertainty.

    The question isn't "When will someone fix this?"
    The real question is: What are YOU going to do about it?
    Our Torah isn't just ancient wisdom – it's a living guide for today's challenges. 🙏
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    1 min

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