Fear, You Will Not Take My Destiny
A “knockout message from the land of Babel” Or you may watch it HERE on our video messages page.
Walking the Hard Road – My Continuing Testimony Born Out of Babylon
Wang Ming-Tao, a man who loved truth, who is said to be the father of the Chinese House Church Movement, sat in a prison cell for his counter-revolutionary preaching. He was sentenced for 15 years for sharing the Good News. Even his wife was locked away. Eventually, he succumbed to the promise that if he would use his gift of…
The Freedom of Finding Your True Identity
Over the past year, I found myself on a journey that I never expected. Hidden things brought to the light because of the goodness of a Father who sees the end from the beginning. Walking in the freedom of living in the light is a daily process—a daily decision. The hardest part of being free is not in that critical…
Rise Up and Fight Children of the Light
A strong pep talk to all the children of Light to rise up and be defeated no more! Click Here to Listen
What is the Gospel?
Check out this brief video from Dr. Lake as he hits the nail on the head regarding our purpose in this life for those who call themselves “believers” in Messiah.
News and Updates
Shabbat Shalom! Blessings to each of you! We wanted to take an opportunity to announce to you a new page added to our website – Why Israel? Please find the link below. Here, we have added (and will continue to add) videos (in playlist format), about the who, what, when, where and why of the Apple of Elohim’s Eye –…
A Hanukkah Praise Report
A praise report testifying to the goodness of Father during this special time of Hanukkah Click <HERE> to Listen!
Bearing the Pain of Bearing Fruit
“You did not choose Me, but I chose you and appointed you that you should go and bear fruit, and that your fruit should remain, so that whatever you ask the Father in My Name He might give you.” John 15:16 Shalom, It has been quite some time since I have written a blog, or have even written at all.…
‘Whispers of the Bridegroom’ – A Song of Freedom for Yom Kippur
“And they sang a renewed song before the throne, and before the four living creatures, and the elders. And no one was able to learn that song except the hundred and forty-four thousand who were redeemed from the earth.” – Revelation 14:3 Dearest Readers, I have always wondered what that renewed song sounds like. What are the words? What is…
How Can We Love Our Neighbor Without the Instructions on How to Love Our Neighbor?
This is a special Yom Teruah message on the purpose of why Messiah said that loving your neighbor is the fulfillment of the law. Not only did He come to demonstrate how to love, but to remind us that the “Law” has not gone away because it is the basic instructions on how to love people and Elohim. As the…
Festival Calendar Updated
Shalom and Chag Sameach! Today is Yom Teruah – A day of rejoicing and sounding the trumpet! Click <HERE> to view the fall festival calendar for 2017 Click <HERE> to view the blowing of the shofar last night, announcing the beginning of Yom Teruah!
The Deliverance (a short music video)
The Deliverance is based upon Psalm 27 and the story of David and Goliath in 1 Samuel 17. This video is the testimony of every believer in Messiah Yahushua who has ever faced a Goliath in their salvation walk. The greatest Goliath is coming; hold on dear saints of the Most High, the Son of David is also coming and…
A Most Profound Video – The Gospel Presented in Jerusalem
Shalom, I was moved to tears watching this video of two Israeli Jews, in Jerusalem, share the Gospel of our Beloved Yahushua. This is so exciting to me, and I hope it moves you to prayer for the salvation of all Israel! These two men certainly understand that Yahushua is not a religion! Check it out <HERE>
A Short Excerpt From Derek’s Journal–The Color of Finding Joy in the Most Simplest of Things
Last November, I went out for a walk on Shabbat late afternoon around 4:00pm. The sun was setting soon. I had a heavy heart as I walked through the grassy field. I walked by the cat tails along the way and the patches of briars and thorns that were slowly dying because of the cold snap last night. On my…
Developing the Strength to Endure Every Temptation
Listen as Derek shares his heart on why we must embrace trials and temptation. We will never grow enough to overcome sin until we learn to take the right door of escape. We know that we have overcome sin in our lives when the thrill of winning the battle over temptation exceeds the thrill of the fulfillment of that temptation,…
Rosh Chodesh (6th Hebrew Month – Elul)
At sunset, on Wednesday, August 23rd, 2017, the renewed moon of the 6th Hebrew month was sighted in/around Jerusalem, Israel by two witnesses. Elul 1 marks the beginning of the 40 days of repentance (Teshuvah), leading up to the time of Yom Kippur (the Day of Atonement)! This is MY favorite time of year! Stay tuned for new podcasts and…
Our Actions Indicate What Master We Are Serving
A brief talk on how our actions, and ways show to others who we are really loyal to – the kingdom of Light or the kingdom of darkness. Click <HERE> to Listen!
Laying it All Down on the Altar – An Introduction to the Month of Elul
Listen, as Derek prepares us to enter into the month of Elul, and the 40 days of repentance which culminates on the Day of Atonement. It is time to willingly and delightfully place our flesh upon the altar, and ensure that we are right before our Maker, and to also spur on our fellow brethren as we ALL look to…
That Slithering Snake Wants Access to Your Temple – Lets Get On With This War and Get Messy!
A short talk on taking back the Dwelling Place that resides in You, not allowing the enemy to come in and rob from you any longer. The enemy crosses our path daily–lets crush the head of the serpent with the Spirit of the Living Yah! Click <HERE> to Listen!
Correction to the previous post – “A Short Appendix to The Power Of Knowing Our Identity Through the Hand that Dislocates the Source of our Own Strength”
Shalom- In my excitement, I forgot to add the link to the podcast: Click <HERE> to Listen!
A Short Appendix to The Power Of Knowing Our Identity Through the Hand that Dislocates the Source of our Own Strength
After I listened to my own podcast, Father’s Spirit dropped a bombshell revelation on me in how the walls of fear are torn down through our realization of our identiy. It is the parallel between Jacob’s wrestling with the Angel and the circulating (wrestling) around the walls of Jericho. Elohim is after what your fear is protecting! It’s time to…
The Power Of Knowing Our Identity Through the Hand that Dislocates the Source of our Own Strength
A message to all who desire to shut the back door of our lives to the enemy, and who are tired of being stabbed in the back because we have allowed him access to do so. This is a Spirit driven revelation of knowing who we are in Messiah, by the goodness of changing our identity through His precious blood.…
Which Way Do I Turn? Knowing How to Discern Direction For Your Life by the Spirit of Him Who Desires to Lead You
A simple, yet powerful exhortation on how to be led by the Spirit and find the direction for your life which you have been seeking. We can DO ALL THINGS through Messiah Who gives us strength because He can trust us to be content in ALL THINGS (Philippians 4:11-13). Click <HERE> to Listen!
Talk of Edification to Overcome
A short talk to encourage and to edify the children of Elohim to overcome, reminding us of who we are in Messiah. Click <HERE> to Listen!
A Billboard to Point Back to Us
Shalom! Rivkah and I, in order to expand our presence on the internet, have decided to use a simple Facebook page for our website, The Well Trodden Road. The Facebook page will ONLY be used as a means for those who do use Facebook for personal reasons, to share our articles, videos, podcasts, etc.. more easily. In another words, we…
Clothed With Messiah–Followup and Confirmation
Shalom– Good Evening! This evening, I decided to check out one of Dr. Michael Lake’s interviews on SkyWatch TV. I have included the link to it below if you would like to view it. I was excited to listen to one confirmation after another from Dr. Lake as he discussed much of the same material (at the beginning of the…
Clothed with Messiah – Understanding the Elements of the High Priestly Garments (The Armor of Elohim)
A brief overview in understanding the power given to us in Ephesians 6 to clothe ourselves with Messiah, to war against the enemy, and what each of the elements of the armor of Elohim represent. (Use this as a springboard for your own studies) Click <HERE> to Listen!
Shutting the Devil Down – A Powerful Encourgement to Overcome
Through his own personal challenges, Derek speaks about what it is like to walk through the rocky trenches with the Spirit, while at the same time, resisting the Devil who is waiting to take advantage at the first sign of stumbling. What does it truly mean to resist the devil? Withholding what he desires the most from us… Click <HERE>…
His Never Failing Living Water
Listen, as Rivkah encourages us to firmly plant ourselves by the streams of living waters, while girding ourselves with the whole armor of Elohim, so as to be prepared when the drought of evil comes and when the heat bears down hard–knowing then full well we will produce abundant fruit in that day. Click <HERE> to Listen!
Endless Love – A special message from the Ocean with Rivkah
A special reading of 1 Corinthians 13 – As the endless waves break upon the shores, so is His great love towards His precious children. Click <HERE> to Listen
A Thunderous Voice Upon Many Waters- Psalm 93
A special Shabbat message from the ocean! Click <HERE> to Listen
By the Water Brooks–Psalm 42
A quiet Shabbat morning by the water, sharing an encourging word from Psalm 42. Click <HERE> to watch!
Under the “Law” or Not Under the “Law”–That is the Question! (Part 3)
In conclusion, the establishment of the boundaries of Torah (Law) were never meant to justify anyone, but to show us our position; whether inside or outside of the borders of the Kingdom, set by the Word of Elohim (Messiah Yahushua) Click <HERE> to Listen!
Under the “Law” or Not Under the “Law”–That is the Question! (Part 2)
A continuation in understanding that the “Law” (Torah) that once condemed us, is the same “Law” we now live under unto eternal life through Messiah’s work of redemption on the stake! Click <HERE> to Listen!
Under the “Law” or Not Under the “Law”–That is the Question! (Part 1)
A fireside chat on the controversial topic of whether “New Testament” believers are under the “Old Testament” law or not under it. What did Messiah Yahushua (Jesus) really set us free from? Click <HERE> to Listen
A Special Video Announcing Shavu’ot 2017
Listen to the sound of the shofar, as we enter into the joy of this festive time! Click <HERE> to WATCH
Faithful Father – Miracle Working Elohim
My heart is so touched this afternoon, by the words from the song ‘You Came’ by Jonathan David Helser– “You turned my fear into faith”. What a powerful expression of worship and spontaneous outbursts of praise and proclamation to the Master of all Masters. As I viewed this video, I broke in tears not only because of the faithfulness of my…
It Is Not Good For Man to be Alone
A simple Shabbat chat about the powerful unity that is derived from being echad (one), for the purpose of executing the will of Elohim in the earth! Click <HERE> to Listen! NOTE: Men–you NEED to hear this…Women–you can listen too (smile)
The Journey from Sinai to Zion – A Special Shavu’ot (Pentecost) Message
A powerful and anointed message for the day of Shavu’ot (Pentecost) – 2017. The journey from Sinai to Zion is nearly over–are you prepared to finish your course? Click <HERE> to Listen
How I Know Him (podcast)
A brief and emotional revelation I had while driving in the car of how I can know Him… Click <HERE> to listen
Updated Address
Shalom all! Rivkah and I have updated our address on our donation page. Please take note of the new address. We are so thankful for each of you and your prayers for us. We have a lot of changes on the horizon! Blessings and Joy! Derek and Rivkah
For When I Am Weak, Then I Am Strong–A Sobering Message of Preparation (Audio Podcast)
Shabbat Shalom– Listen as Derek shares from a heart’s desire to prepare those who will go on to see the glory and esteem of the King of Kings! Click <HERE> to Listen
This Journey of Freedom—Turning My Fears into a Key
For all of us who have found our freedom in the Savior, Messiah Yahushua, we must understand that the greatest cost to us is in maintaining that freedom. This is the journey I am on, and others who have realized that gaining, maintaining, and sharing our freedom is a lifelong endurance test that will end no sooner than those words…
‘Lest We Forget’ – The Haggadah of Freedom – Passover 2017
A pertinent reminder to remember–lest we forget the wonders performed by such a Great Love, to rescue our shame and crown us with esteem. Let us not damn ourselves because we failed to remember the horror of our sins, so cleanly washed away by the blood of an innocent Lamb. Where would I be today without You, O my beloved…
Using His Power and Authority to Fight Back – A Special Message from Derek and Rivkah
This evening, while finishing up a Jonathan and Melissa Helser worship video, Rivkah and I began talking about if people could only tap into the power and authority given to us by Messiah, what kind of collateral damage we could do to the kingdom of darkness. In the pressure is off video, Melissa kept singing over and over, “Our song…
Be On Your Guard – We Are In A War (An Audio Podcast)
A message of awakening – it is time to hear the sound of the shofar and act. The kingdom of darkness is advancing and the battle is raging. How much ground will Elohim (God’s) people allow the enemy? Click <HERE> to Listen
Rosh Chodesh and the Beginning of the Spring Festivals – 2017
Shalom all! Today, in Jerusalem, the new moon was sighted, marking the beginning of the new year and new month of Nisan/Aviv. Thanks to the hard work and dedication from abibofgod.com, they have reported that there will be an abundance of barley ready to be used in the wave sheaf offering on First Fruits. Truly this is a joyous and…
In Preparation of Passover – 2017
In preparation for Passover 2017, Derek shares his thoughts and heart in response to an email from a dear brother. Listen as Derek discusses insights into Messiah Yahushua being our Menorah, in whom we have been created to be vessels of honor to contain the anointed oil of His Father’s Spirit. We are mediators of the Gospel message–priests wearing the…
Tell Me Exactly What Part of the Law are You So Happy to be Freed from?
In my walk, as a believer in Messiah and His whole Word from Genesis to Revelation, it is amazing to me of how many times, and in a variety of ways, that I hear how people are so excited to be “free” from that ole’ cursed Law. “The Law was nailed to the cross,” they say. What is not understood…
Spring Festivals Update
Boker Tov (Good Morning), The sun is up this morning! And as I prayed one morning, ‘that means that life is continuing’, I am thankful still for that faithful witness in the sky – a witness that says what the Creator says is true! (Psalm 19:1-2). That prayer that I prayed that morning, can be found in the podcast here:…