This Week’s Torah Portion

In this week’s Torah portion “Vayeshev,” we see the story of Joseph, who was betrayed by his own brothers and sold into slavery. Despite the hardships he faced, Joseph remained faithful to God and eventually rose to a position of power in Egypt, where he was able to save his family from famine. This narrative beautifully foreshadows the life of Yeshua, who was also betrayed by His own people but ultimately brought reconciliation and salvation to all who believe in Him.

In the Haftarah reading from Amos, we are reminded of God’s justice and His call for His people to repent and turn back to Him. This message of repentance and reconciliation echoes throughout the Gospel reading in Matthew, where John the Baptist sends his disciples to ask Yeshua if He is the long-awaited Messiah. Yeshua’s response affirms His identity as the promised King who brings healing, restoration, and reconciliation to all who seek Him. As we study these passages in their ancient Hebrew context, we can see how Yeshua fulfills the prophecies and covenants of the Old Testament, inviting us to be grafted into God’s Kingdom as citizens through faith in Him. Let’s dive deeper into God’s Word and discover the beautiful tapestry of Yeshua woven throughout all of Scripture, from Torah to the Gospels.