MESSIANIC CONGREGATION

CONFESSION OF FAITH

1780-2009

By Rabbi Artman

Part 1

Messianic Holy Scriptures (Tanakh)

1. The entire Torah, Niveeim, Kisoovim, Brit Khadashah inspired by the RUACH HA'KODESH, it was written as the RUACH HA'KODESH filled the men who wrote it. (2Tim. 3:16; 2Pet.1:20+21).

2. The Apocryphal books are taken as beneficial in teaching faith, righteousness and love. (2Chron.33:18; Jude14).

3.The foundation of Messianic Faith is the Torah and Brit Khadashah (Mk 16:15+16; Heb 9:15).

4. The Holy Scriptures should not be placed on floors.. Because it is the Word of Yahweh. (Deut. 31:26; 1Sam. 2:30; Jn.6:63) If patriots of this nation are careful not to let their flag touch the ground to not dishonor their country, much more should believers not allow Yahweh’s Holy Word to lie on the floor that Yahweh be not dishonored. (Mal. 1:6-8) Furthermore, we desire to show respect for the blood of our brethren who gave their lives to preserve it (Rev. 5:4+5; 12:11).

5. We consider books such: Gemora, Medrosh, and Zohar  is  abominable before Yahweh

Part 2

YAHWEH - Heavenly Father

1. The only true Yahweh manifests Himself in the three persons of the Yahewh-head (Gen. 1:26; Prov. 30:4; Matt. 28:19; Lk. 3:22; Jn. 15:26; 17:21; 2Cor 13:14; 1Pet. 2:1).

2. Yahweh the Father is eternal (Deut. 32:40; 33:27). And is the Father (creator) of every creature. He dwells in light which no man can approach, who no man has seen, nor can see (Ex. 33:20; 1Tim.6:16).

3. He is the Father of Yeshua HaMoshiakh (Jn.14:28; Gal 4:4; 1Jn. 4:9+10).

4. He is the Father of those who submit to His will (Matt. 6:6; Gal. 4:6; Rom. 8:14-17).

Part 3

Yeshua HaMoshiakh

1. He has been from the beginning of days, begotten by the Yahweh - Heavenly Father (Jn. 1:14+18; Heb. 1:5; 5:5).

2. Yeshua HaMoshiakh  is the Son of Yahweh (Acts 7:56; 1Cor. 8:6; 1Jn. 5:10). Who came voluntarily upon this earth having a physical body of flesh., bones and blood by the will and love of the Father (Lk. 24:39; Jn. 5:26; 20:31; Eph. 5:30; 1Jn. 4).

3.  We believe that the Yeshua HaMoshiakh is the Son of Yahweh and the Son of Man, and is fully Elohim and fully Man.

4. He was conceived by the Ruach Ha’Kodesh: Mary being His mother (Matt. 1:18; Lk. 1:30-31+35).

5. Yeshua HaMashiach died in body on Golgotha’s cross, by offering Himself voluntarily as a sacrifice for the sin of people (Matt. 26:42; Jn. 10:17-18; Heb. 12:2; 1Pet. 2:23-24).

6. After Yeshua HaMashiach death, He arose in the flesh on the third day (Matt. 28:5-6; Lk. 24:1-7; Jn 20:all)

7. He was received up to heaven, giving us a promise to return for His Congregation (Lk. 24:51; Jn 14:1-3; Acts 1:11; Rev. 1:7; 2:all)..

8. It is He who baptizes with the Ruach Ha’Kodesh and with Fire (Lk 3:16; 12:49; Acts 1:8; 1Pet.1:7).

9. Wherever those who sincerely love the Yeshua HaMashiach gather in His Name, He is present and active (Matt. 18:20; Jn. 3:8).

10. Yeshua HaMashiach is the all powerful victor over darkness (Jn.1:4-12; 16:33; Col. 2:14+15).

Part 4

Ruach Ha’Kodesh

1. The Ruach Ha’Kodesh is the third person of the Yahweh-head (Is, 48:16; Jn. 16:13-15; 1Jn. 5:7).

2. He is sent by Yeshua HaMashiach (Jn. 16:7+8) to the earth to:

a) enable Yeshua HaMashiach to live in the hearts of His people by bringing them faith (Acts 2:33; 1Cor.12:13; Eph. 2:22)

b) teach them all things concerning Yeshua HaMashiach and things to come (Jn. 14:19+26; 16:13-16; 1Jn. 2:27).

3. He manifests Yahweh power to the congregation through the gifts of the Ruach Ha’Kodesh and by different manifestations (1Cor. 12:4-11; 14:26).

4. Yeshua HaMashiach baptizes with the Ruach Ha’Kodesh with the evidence of new tongues for every believer (Matt. 3:11; Mk. 1:8; 16:17; Acts 8:14-19; 10:44-46; 11:17; 19:1-6; 1Cor.14:2).

5. He comes to convict the world of sin, righteousness and judgement (Jn.16:8-11).

Part 5

Messianic Congregation  (Am Yisrael)

1. It is a voluntary group of believers, who by love to the Adonai are like minded in service. United in life-style by the doctrines of Yeshua HaMashiach (Rom. 15:5+6; Acts 4:31+32; 1Cor 1:10; 1 Cor 13:11).

2. The assembling together of the body, the basic doctrines of the congregation and the use of spiritual authority must be by love as commanded by Yeshua HaMashiach and His apostles (Jn.13:34+35; Eph. 4:15+16)..

3. The congregation is the pillar and the foundation of truth (1Tim. 2:15). She is the body of Yeshua HaMashiach and His bride and Yeshua HaMashiach is her head (Eph.1:22+23).

4. There must be order an discipline in the congregation (1Cor. 14:33; Col. 2:5).

5. For the purpose of keeping the congregation spotless and blameless, the spiritual authority of the congregation has the right to investigate and assist in matters involving the lives of congregation members and their families if they are causing trouble or temptation for those around them (Matt. 18:15-18; 1Cor. 5:12+13).

6. The spiritual authority of the congregation has the right to require an explanation of any member concerning unworthy behavior, not only when with the congregation, but at work, in society and at home (1Thess. 4:11+12; Heb. 13:17).

7. The congregation must make careful inquiry into every disputable matter, insult, complaint, slander and use strictness in disciplining those who have spread slander, gossip or lies (Deut. 1:16+17; 2Chron 19:6-10; 1Cor. 6:1-7).

8. The congregation must be holy and without spot, wrinkle or any such thing (Eph. 5:27). Therefore the congregation must not compromise with sin of vices ( Rom. 6:1+12; Titus 1:9&10; 2Cor. 6:14-18).

9. The congregation must instruct its members, their families, youth and those who meet together, by the Word of Yahweh (1Tim. 4:12; 1Jn. 2:12-14).

10. The congregation must not allow the covering up of sins in relatives of friends (Lev. 10:1-6; Deut. 33:8-10; 1Sam. 3:11-14: Acts 5:1-11).

11. Women are to serve within the congregation only as Yahweh Word allows

(1Cor. 14:34-35; 1Tim. 2:11-12; Titus 2:3).

12. A congregation that is in good spiritual condition will desire to live close together and seek council and be dependent of one another. Because they understand they are part of the living body of Yeshua HaMashiach and they do not act independently of each other (Acts 2:44; 4:32; 1Cor. 12:14-27; 2Cor. 7:3).

13. The congregation of Yeshua HaMashiach is one Body.. The forming of sects within the body will not be allowed (Matt. 12:30; Luke 9:49-50; Rom. 12:4-5; 1Cor. 10:17; 12:12-14; Eph. 4:4&16; 5:30).

14. If a member is going on an extended trip or moving, they should seek council of the elders (Ps. 133:1; Prov. 11:14; Acts 13:3).

15. When confronting members of sin, it must be by the authority of the Ruach Ha’Kodesh and according to the Adonai teaching (Matt. 18:15-17).

16. The congregation and state are completely two separate kingdoms (Jn. 18:36). The congregation shall never be yoked together with the kingdom of this world through registration. (2Cor. 6:14-18). We understand we are strangers and pilgrims on this earth and live for another city whose builder and maker is Yahweh. (Matt. 17:24-27; Mk.12:15-17; Acts 4:19-20; Heb. 11:10-16).

17. We must obey mans laws in so far as they do not go against Yahweh will or make His saints to be foolish (Acts 4:19; 5:29; Rom. 13:1-7; Titus 3:1; 1Pet. 2:13-17).

18. The congregation will take no part in any revolution, uprising, marches or picketing against the government ( Rom. 13:1-2; 1Thess. 4:11-12; 1Tim. 2:1-4).

19. The congregation will raptured from the earth at the end of the great tribulation. 1 Cor.15:52, 2Thes. 2:3-5

20. When the congregation reaches 100 members it must by love divide to keep the size manageable for the eldership.

Part 6

Messianic  Congregation Membership

1. To become a member of the Messianic congregation, a believer must:

a) be mature enough to make conscious decisions independent of others (Deut. 1:39; Acts 8:12; Rom. 12:1) and,

b) repent with their whole heart and bring forth fruits worthy of repentance (Matt 3:8; 4:17; Acts 2:38; 26:18-20) and,

c) completely surrender to Yeshua HaMashiach as to Adonai (Lk. 6:46; Jn.13:13; 14:21) and,

d) have made confession of their sins (Dan. 9:3-5; Acts 19:18; James 5:16; 1Jn. 1:7-9) and,

e) Have made a covenant with the Yahweh, by the sign of water baptism (Jn. 3:5; Matt. 28:19; Acts 2:38; Rom.6:1; 1Pet. 3:1) and.

f) and no younger than 14 years old.

2. Anyone who desires to become a member must agree with the order of the congregation and follow the mysteries of faith (1Tim. 3:15&16).

3. All who desire to become members must admit the necessity of the baptism of the Ruach Ha’Kodesh  with the sign of new tongues (Acts 10:46; 19:1-6; 1Cor. 14:39).

4. All who wish to become members of this congregation must meet with the elders to discuss and come to the same mind concerning the doctrines of Yeshua HaMashiach (1Cor. 1:10).

5. Those who have been accused by another congregation, will be received only if the accusation is not true or goes against the teaching of the Brit Khadashah. (Gal. 4:17; 3Jn. 1:10). The brothers must make careful injury into this matter and lift it before Yahweh for direction. All issues concerning prior marriages must be discussed with the elders.

6. Those who hold an office from another denomination will be received only as a brother or sister without office.

7. Members who have been separated from the congregation, having fallen into sin, will be reinstated as members after showing forth fruits of repentance. Including a careful examination of their case by the eldership, according to the Holy Scriptures (Matt. 3:8; Luke 3:8).

8. Acceptance into congregation membership is complete by a decision of the congregation members. (Matt. 18:18+19; 2Jn. 10+11) Afterward the Adonai makes us one body spiritually (Ezek. 37:7-10).

9. Members of the congregation cannot be members of any political or religious parties, unions, associations, or societies (2Cor.. 6:14-18; James 4:4).

10. Every member has the right to leave their membership voluntarily by stating such to the Elders (Jn. 6:67).

11. When any member is confronted concerning sin, they will have an opportunity to speak on their own defense and explain either how they are innocent, or repent (Jn. 7:51; Acts 22:1; 26:2).

Part 7

Ministers

1. Ministers- Rabbi, Elders, Deacons,

a) Rabbi- is the overseer of the congregation (1Tim. 5:17; 3:1-7; Titus 1:7-9),

b) Elders- are the mature brothers in the faith of the local congregation (1Cor. 12:28; Eph. 4:11-13; Titus 1:5),

c) Deacon- is helper of the local congregation (Acts 6:1-6; Phil. 1:1; 1Tim. 3:8-13).

2. Ministers are chosen by the congregation under the direction of the Ruach Ha'Kadosh. They should be sound spiritual, and worthy, filled with wisdom and the power of the Ruach Ha'Kadosh. The congregation must present them before Yahweh before appointing them for service (1Tim. 3:8-13).

3. Ministers have the right to serve in the congregation only if they are ordained through the anointing and laying on of hands of the Rabbi (1Tim 4:14; 2Tim 1:6).

4. Ministers can not be divorced (1Tim.3:2+12; 1Cor. 7:1-29).

5. The minister is a servant of Yeshua HaMashiach for the congregation, and not a lord over Yahweh heritage (1Pet. 5:1-4).

6. The minister is responsible before Yahweh for the congregation order, purity and use of the Ruach Ha'Kadosh gifts (Acts 20:28).

7. Ministers may be removed from serving by the brothers advice group, if he walks contrary to Yahweh law as outlined in these confessions of faith. The removal will be preformed by the Rabbi (Ezk. 34:1-6; Num. 18:1; Lev. 10:1&2; 1Tim. 5:17; 19-21; 6:3-5).

8. If the congregation size allows, there should be at least 3 Elders, one of which is the Rabbi (Acts 14:23; James 5:14).

9. The number of Deacons is determined by the congregation needs.

10. The servant of the congregation (woman deacon) is chosen according to the word of Yahweh for ministry to the sisters and has absolutely no authority over man.(1Tim.5:3-10; Rom.16:1&2).

11. Elders should not work for the Yahweh for pay. If he needs money the congregation will give according to his need (Acts 4:34).

12. If an Elders work for the Yahweh prevents him from working with his hands to provide for his and his families needs, the congregation will provide for him during this time (Matt. 10:10; 1Tim. 5:18; 2Tim 2:6).

13. If a brother or sister goes to prison for the word of Yahweh and the testimony of Yeshua HaMashiach, the congregation will care for their family (1Tim. 5:16; Heb. 13:13; James 1:27).

14. Elders must rule their own house well, having their children in subjection until they are old enough to answer for themselves (1Tim. 3:3&5; Titus 1:6).

15. Elders must meet the qualifications in 1Tim. 3:1-13 and Titus 1:6-9.

Part 8

Preachers And Their Work

Preachers are all brethren who have calling from Yahweh to preach or teach even beyond their local congregation such as teachers and evangelists.(1Cor. 7:20-24; 9:16-19)

1. They are chosen by the congregation from spiritual brothers have a calling of the Adonai to preach or teach (Acts 13:1; 1Cor. 12:28).

2. Brethren who have the gift of teaching, by the Ruach Ha'Kadosh (not from natural talent), are sent out to work for the Adonai after the congregation blesses and prays for them (Acts 13:3 1Tim. 2:1+2).

3. Sermons must be built on Yeshua HaMashiach teachings. They are to warn and teach every man in all wisdom, that we present everyone perfect in Yeshua HaMashiach (Col. 1:28).

4. Preachers must learn to distinguish the Ruach Ha'Kadosh voice from other voices, such as ones own mind or feelings. This is necessary in order to allow the Ruach Ha'Kadosh freedom in the sermon (1Cor. 1:17; 2:4).

5. If a preacher senses that the Ruach Ha'Kadosh hasn’t filled his heart with a message he shouldn’t speak at all (1Thess.1:5; 1Pet..4:11).

6. There is no time limit on a sermon if it is from the Ruach Ha'Kadosh  (Acts 20:7-12; 1Thess. 5:19).

7. Preachers must abstain from yelling from the flesh or a wrong spirit, using excessive gestures such as jumping or walking all around or coping other preachers style or speaking out loud in tongues without an interpretation (1Cor.2:12; 4:5.20; 14:6).

8. Jesting, laughing, using lightness or humor shall never be done while preaching (Prov. 26:18.19; Rom 16:18; Eph. 5:4.1:8).

9. Preachers must be humble in their sermons. Preaching must never be used to discredit another’s sermon (Eph. 4:1-3; 1Thess... 2:6+7; 1Pet. 5:2-7).

10. The clothing and appearance of a preacher must be above reproach (Tit. 2:7-8).

11. Any preacher who teaches something against the Holly Scripture or twists or perverts its meaning must be stopped (Rom. 16:17; Tit. 1:11).

Part 9

Congregation Brothers Advice

1. The brother’s advice group is to help the elders in making decisions concerning congregation life (Prov. 20:18).

2. Elders are to choose the brothers advice group from zealous brothers in the congregation, full of the Ruach HaKodesh. When agreement has been reached the congregation will pray, committing them to the Yahweh service (Ex. 18:13-22; Acts 6:3; 15:6.22-25).

3. When a matter is settled, there should not be further discussion about it unless additional information is brought forth which was not available before (Acts 15:25; Phil. 1:27).

4. It is not allowed for Elders to adopt decisions without the agreement of the brothers advice group (Phil. 2:2-4; 3Jn. 9+10).

5. Brothers advice meetings are held whenever necessary.

6. The size of the brother’s advice group is determined by the needs of the congregation.

7. The brother’s advice group must not make light of sin but stand as watchmen of the truth (1Tim.3:15).

8. Financial needs (of widows etc.) will be discussed if needed in brothers advice meetings.

Part 10

Meetings

(Practiced as defined in Heb.10:19-25)

1. Dictatorship is not allowed by anyone in Spiritual authority by excluding others from serving (1Pet. 5:1-4; 3Jn. 9).

2. The meetings are to be a gathering of those who submit their lives to fulfill Yahweh will each day and Mashiach manifesting Himself by the Ruach HaKodesh through His congregation to advance Yahweh  kingdom on earth (Lev. 6:13; Lk. 2:25.36,27; Rom. 2:7; 1Tim. 4:16; Heb. 13:15).

3. The Congregation should meet together for the following reasons:

a) general meetings,

b) prayer meetings,

c) to seek spiritual gifts,

d) prayer and fasting,

e)discussions dealing with daily life

f) Torah study,

g) youth meetings,

h) children’s meetings,

I) communion meetings and

j) Brothers meetings.

4. General meetings may include (Eph. 5:19)

a) general group and solo singing,

b) music and poems,

c) testimonies,

d) confession of sins,

e) spiritual manifestations,

f) prayer,

g) preaching,

h) teaching

5. The Rabbi will open and close each meeting with a blessing (for example 2Cor. 13:14; Num. 6:23-26).

6. During a meeting for the purpose of worshiping the Yahweh, discussing business is not permitted. Doing personal business in or through the congregation is not allowed (1Tim. 6:5).

7. All meetings must be done decently and in order (1Cor. 14:40).

8. The main meeting is on the Shabbos.

Part 11

Brothers meetings

1. Meetings concerning the building or operation of the congregation are to include only the brethren because scripture shows the Yahweh has given them this responsibility (Acts 15:1-33).

Part 12

Conversations

1. Proper order is to be maintained during all conversations. No one is to show disrespect in the way they talk, but to esteem others better than themselves (Rom. 12:10; Phil. 2:3+4; James 1:19; 1Pet. 5:5).

2. When talking, ones speech should be clear, short and to the point that there be no place given to doubtful disputes (Eccl. 5:2+3; 1Tim. 1:4; Titus 3:9+10).

3. An Rabbi, Elder or Deacon should be present to oversee conversations in the assembly (1Cor. 4:1; Titus 1:9-11).

Part 13

Mysteries

1. Certain sins are to be confessed with an Rabbi present to intercede on ones behalf to break strongholds and afterward make restitution if necessary (Matt. 3:1-10; Luke 19:8; 2Cor. 7:10).

2. Water baptism is given to those who are mature enough to understand and be responsible with the covenant they will make with the Yahweh. They must demonstrate faith in Yeshua Ha Mashiach with a heart set on serving Yahweh with a good conscience. Water baptism is accomplished by the Rabbi in the name of the Yahweh, and the Yeshua Ha Mashiach, and of the Ruach HaKodesh. It is done before witnesses, by full immersion of the body in a river, lake, or sea. Water baptism is done once in a lifetime after true conversion and instruction for membership of the Yahweh congregation (Matt. 28:19; Jn. 3:23). Rebaptism is necessary only in cases where they were not baptized in the name of the YAhweh, and of the Yeshua Ha Mashiach and the Ruach HaKodesh, or were not fully immersed, or had not reached the age of accountability.

3. The Ruach HaKodesh is given by Yeshua Ha Mashiach through the hearing of faith (Gal. 3:3-5) with the sign of new tongues (Mark 16:17; Acts 2:1-4). Those who want to receive the baptism of the Ruach HaKodesh must fervently seek the Yahweh for it (Luke 11:5-13).

4. The Yahweh gives His spiritual gifts to build His congregation (1Cor. 11:1-11. 18-31).

5. The anointing and/or the laying on of the hands for the sick is done by the Rabbi or Elders  after this one requests it and has make confession of sins if necessary (Acts 8:7-8; 9:40; James 5:14-15).

6. Breaking of bread (communion) is our participation in the body and blood of Yeshua Ha Mashiach. Sanctification of those partaking must take place prior to communion (1Cor. 11:27-31).

Communion has three parts:

a) Foot washing (Ex. 30:19-21; Jn. 13:5-17; 1Pet. 2:9+10),

b) Receiving of the bread: the bread must be unleavened {flour, water and baked}(Ex. 12:15-20; Lev.2:11; 1Cor 5:6-8). The bread must be one loaf (1Cor. 10:17). The saints join in prayer wit the Rabbi that the power of Yeshua Ha Mashiach body would come upon the bread (Jn. 6:48-58)

c)Receiving of the wine: the wine must be red and make of grapes and the cup must be one sup (1Cor. 10:16). The saints join in prayer with the Rabbi that the power of Yeshua Ha Mashiach blood would come upon the wine (Lev.7:11; 16:15-19). The bread and the wine are the Great Holiness of Yahweh (1Cor. 11:29; Heb. 10:29).

The bread and the wine are to be divided among those partaking until none remains (Lk. 22:17).

7. Members which are not under congregation punishment should partake in communion (Numb. 9:13; Jn.6:53).

8. All brothers or sisters who are unclean or have a running issue must not take part in communion (Lev. 15:2+19-25+31-33; 22:4 Ez.36:17).

9. Visitors will be questioned a brothers advice meeting before being allowed t o partake (Ex. 12:48; Numb. 9:14; Acts 4:41-42).

10. Fasting must be done the morning of communion (1Cor. 11:20-22+28-29).

11. If a member does not partake in communion the Rabbi should be told why (Numb. 9:13; Heb 13:17).

12. The Rabbi should administer communion (Lev. 16:32; Matt. 26:26).

Part 14

The laying on of Hands

The laying on of hands is not a means for people to get what they want from Yahweh, but a means the Adonai has chosen to do according to His will. The Yahweh gives through the laying on of human hands:

a) different blessings (Gen. 48:9-22)

b)gifts of grace for spiritual authority to do the Yahweh work (Acts 13:1-4; 1Tim.4:14; 2Tim.1:6)

c) gifts of the Ruach HaKodesh

d) healing of the sick (James 5:14-15)

2. Members should not go to another congregations to receive prayer (1Cor. 12:25-26; Heb. 10:25).

3. In the congregation, only Rabbi, Elders or those under the anointing of the Ruach HaKodesh can lay hands on anyone (Acts 6:6; 8:17; 9:12+17; 1Tim. 4:14; 5:22; James 5:14).

4. Sisters have no authority to lay hands at any time..

Part 15

Prayers

1. Prayers must be done decently and in order (1Cor. 14:40).

2. Personal prayers in an assembly must express a specific need. It should not be like the priesthood prayers or to preach, especially the sisters (Matt. 5:44; 6:7; Eph. 6:18; Col. 4:2-4; 1Tim. 2:1; James 5:16).

3. When someone has a personal prayer, others should pray quietly in order to hear the need of the praying person, giving special attention to spiritual manifestations (1Cor. 14:15).

4. Praying should be done on bended knees or standing up. Only the weak or sick can pray sitting (2Chron.20:18-19; 1Kings 18:42; Dan. 6:10; Matt. 26:39; Mk. 11:25; Acts 20:36; 21:5; Phil 2:10).

5. Prayers to receive the Ruach HaKodesh should be done in the presence of an Rabbi or Elder, with those who have spiritual gifts or all alone (1Tim. 4:14; 5:22).

6. Prayers for healing are to be done by those who are guided by the Ruach HaKodesh (Acts 9:12+17; James 5:14-16).

7. Prayers to dedicate children to the Yahweh are to be done by the Rabbi (1Sam. 1:24+28; Lk. 2:22).

8. The congregation should be zealous in seeking after spiritual gifts, especially those of prophesy and interpretation of tongues (1Cor. 12:31; 14:1.12+13).

9. Praying in tongues in a general meeting can be only if there is the gift of interpretation (1Cor. 14:1-40).

Part 16

Spiritual Manifestations  in the Congregation

1. The church of Yeshua HaMashiach is to be pure and holy, having the gifts of the Ruach HaKodesh (Rom. 12:all; 1Cor. 3:17; 12:all; 14:1+12; Eph. 5:27; Heb. 2:4; Rev. 19:8).

2. The reason the Yahweh gives His gifts is for the edification of His congregation (1Cor. 14:1-5; 1Pet. 4:10).

3. All spiritual manifestations must be under the guidance of the Rabbi or Elder (but not as a controller or dictator), since he is responsible for the spiritual condition of the congregation (1Pet. 5:1-3; Rev. 2:20).

4. All who have spiritual gifts or are used to bring manifestations, must obey the word of Yahweh (Num. 22:31-34; 1Kings 13:21-26; Jer. 28:15-17; 1Cor. 14:37; Heb. 13:17).

5. All who have any spiritual gifts must take special care for purity and holiness in their lives (Matt. 7:21-23; 1Tim. 4:12; Heb. 12:14).

6. There must be an order of decency and holiness in the church so the Ruach HaKodesh is free to manifest Himself without being quenched, also proper order in the congregation makes it easier to discern false spiritual manifestations (1Cor. 14:26. 40; Eph. 4:11-16; 2Pet. 1:19-21).

7. An Rabbi or Elder must stop any spiritual action during a church meeting, if it is clear that it is not from the Ruach HaKodesh (Acts 13:6-12; Titus 1:9-13; 1Jn. 4:1).

8. It is necessary to remember that we do not always understand all actions of the Ruach HaKodesh (Acts 2:12; 1Cor. 1:27; 2:13-16; 2Pet. 1:20).

9. It is necessary to judge all spiritual manifestations by comparing it to the word of Yahweh. It is also important to write down or record all prophecies to discuss them afterwards (Is. 8:20; Acts 17:11; 1Cor. 14:29; 2Thes. 2:2-9; 1Jn. 4:1; Rev. 2:2).

10.If a certain manifestation is initially indiscernible, do not stop it but afterwards test it by the word of Yahweh to learn its source ( Is.8:20; Acts 17:11; 1Cor 14:29; 2Thes 2:2-9; 1John 4:1; Rev.2:2

Part 17

Sin & Punishments

1. The congregation of Yeshua HaMashiach must not allow sin and call sin by its Holy Scripture name, reproving or rebuking those who do it (1Tim.5:20; 2Tim. 4:2; Titus 4:2).

2. The congregation authority has the right to exclude any member who violates Yahweh word or commands if they refuse to repent and bring forth fruits worthy of repentance (Matt. 18:17+18; 1Cor. 5:13; 2Cor. 10:3-6; 1Tim.5:20).

3. Sins for which members can be excluded from the congregation: murder, stealing, uncleanliness, fighting, covetousness, slander, being a false witness, heresy, evil speaking, fowl language, adultery, fornication, being a betrayer, homosexuality, bestiality, sorcery, being a part of satanic party such as the masonic, communism, zohar & talmud followers. Drug addiction, drunkenness, smoking, blasphemy of the Ruach HaKodesh, occult practices, taking part in political or government activities, anything to prevent child birth and disobedience to the congregation. ( Rom. 16:17+18; Gal. 5:19-21; 1Cor. 5:11-13; Eph. 5:11-13; 2Thes. 3:6.14.15; 1Tim. 6:3-5; Titus 3:9-11.2Jn. 10; Rev. 21:8).

4. If a decision has been make by the brothers advice group to exclude someone, the members will be informed of the reason by the Rabbi or their head ( Josh. 7:19-26; Jude. 19:30; 20:1-11; Matt. 18:17.18; Tim. 5:20).

5. If some one in the brothers advice group strongly advocates something contrary to the Torah / Holy Scripture, and refuses to repent, he will be removed from office and loose his membership and a new brother full of the Ruach HaKodesh  will be chosen (1Sam. 15:28; Neh. 13:29.30; Ez. 22:25-31; 44:10-13; Hosea 4:6; Mal. 2:4-12; Acts 1:15-26; 1Tim. 3:13-15).

6. Any improper or immoral physical contact between anyone should be told to spiritual authority immediately (Deut. 25:11.12; Rom. 6:19; 1Cor. 7:1; Eph. 4:22; Col. 3:5; 2Tim. 3:6; 1Pet. 1:14; 4:2).

7. According to the word of Yahweh, a person can loose their salvation by unrepentant sin. Rom. 11:17-22;1Pet.4:20-22; 2John9

Part 18

Fastings

1. Spiritual service to Yahweh may be accompanied by prayer and fastings (Matt. 6:16-18; 9:15; Luke 2:37; Acts 13:1-3).

2. Fastings are:

a) common for all members of the congregation

(Joel 1:14);

b) for a group (1Cor. 7:5);

c) for individuals (Psalms 109:24).

3. Those fasting for more than one day must be supervised by an Rabbi or Elder so they do not loose the right reason to fast and fall into condemnation (Joel 1:3; Zech. 7:1-5; Heb. 13:17).

4. Fastings are to be practiced as shown in Isaiah 58-59 (James 1:27).

Part 19

Norms of Messianic Life

(2Cor. 3:2-3; Gal. 5:16.24; Titus 2:11.12).

1. Clothing should not be expensive, fancy, or sloppy.. We are to dress as becometh saints, not letting our body to be uncovered (Zeph. 1:8. 1Tim. 2:2+9; 1Pet. 3:3-4).

2.Sisters must never wear pants or shorts. Brothers must not wear tight pants, shorts or tank tops (Deut. 22:5. Isa. 57:8; Luke 8:27+35; Rom, 14).

3. Believers must never conform to this worlds standards or fashions. (Rom. 12:2; 1Jn. 2:15-17).

4. Curling or dying the hair is not allowed (1Tim. 2:9; 1Pet. 3:3).

5. Sisters must let their hair grow naturally, but not wear it loose (1Cor. 11:14+15). Brothers must never let their hair grow long (1Cor. 11:14). Nor fashion their beards if they have one (Lev. 19:27; 21:5; 2Sam.10:5; 1Chron.19:5; 2Cor.3:18).

6. Makeup on the face lips or nails is not allowed (2Kings 9:30-33; Rom.12:2; 1Tim.2:9; 1Pet.3:3; 1Jn. 2:15-17).

7. Sisters must always cover their heads during the day and at night during times of prayer (1Cor.11:1-16). Head coverings should not be gaudy, showy loud or see-through.

8. Messianic believers must never wear rings, chains, earrings, bracelets, necklaces, brooches or jewels of any kind (Is. 3:16-23; 1Tim.2:9+10; 1Pet.3:3-5).

9. Messianic believers must never wear perfume or scents of any kind to gain the attention of others (Prov. 7:10-27; Is. 3:24; 57:9; 1Tim.2:9+10).

10. The drinking of any alcoholic drink: “Be not drunk..” (Prov.. 20:1; 23:30-32; Jer. 35:5-6; 1Cor. 11:25; Eph. 5:18). Except for health reasons. During the Saboss meal allowed a small amount of the red kosher wine.

11. Smoking and the use of tobacco or any recreational drug is forbidden (Ez. 8:17; 1Cor. 3:16+17; 2Cor. 7:1; Gal. 5:19-21; Rev. 9:21).

12. Members of the congregation must not have a television in their homes to watch programs (Ps.101:3). They also must not listen to any worldly music or Christian/Messianic music that promotes unsoberness or worldliness (Deut.7:26; 18:9; Ps.1:1+2; Prov.4:23; Is.13:21; Mat.6:23; Rom.1:28; 12:2 1Cor. 10:20.23; 2Cor. 6:14-17; Eph. 5:7-11).

13. Kabbalah, sorcery, witchcraft or hypnotism is never to be practiced (Ex.22:18; Lev.19:26; Deut. 18:10-14; Gal. 5:19+20; Rev.9:21; 21:8; 22:15).

14. Members should never wear revealing swimsuits or swim where the opposite sex is present (Is.57:8; Zeph.1:8; Matt.5:28; Jn.21:7; Rom.14:21; Gal.5:13, 16-24; 1Tim.2:9+10; 1Pet.4:1-5; Rev.3:18; 16:15).

15. Members should never have any Indian souvenirs, charms, or horoscopes nor have any paintings, photographs or statues that suggest witchcraft, fornication, or lust of the flesh or eyes (Ex.20:4; Num.33:52; Jer.44:19; Ez.7:20; 13:18-20; 16:17; 23:14; Amos 5:26; Micah 6:10; Hab. 2:18-20; 2Cor.6:14-17; 1Jn.2:16).

16. Children must not have toys that encourage violence or open their minds to anything demonic such as monsters, dragons, beasts that imitate humans, toy weapons, or toys of the flesh such as barbie’s (Ex. 20:4; Is.44:13; Ez.8:10; 16:20+21; 23:39; Hosea 9:12+13; Matt.18:6; 1Thes.5:21+22; 1Jn.5:21).

17. Brothers and sisters who are not married to each other including those who are courting must never be alone together (Gen.34; 39:11+12; 2Sam.13:1-22; Prov.7:21; 9:13-18; Rom.14:13; 2Tim.2:22; 3:6).

Part 20

Marriage

1. Marriage is based on love only (Deut.22:13-19; Ez.16:45; Eph.5:25-31; Titus 2:4).

2. Marriage is generally inadmissible if someone has no sexual desire (Gen.3:16; Matt.19:10-12; 1Cor.7:3-9).

3. Members must marry someone of the same faith (Deut..7:3-4; Jude.14; 2Cor.6:14-16).

4. Divorces are not allowed for any reason except for cases of adultery (Matt.5:31+32; 19:5-6; 1Cor.7:10). However, if the unbelieving spouse does not want to live with a believing spouse any longer the believer is not bound to this marriage.

5. Weddings may take place in a Messianic Synagouge, in a home with the congregation members or outside, but not in a public place where there is no control to what goes on (Matt.22:11-14).

6. Before the wedding the bride and groom must live in a chaste way. If they do not keep themselves as virgins during courtship, they will lose their membership and are considered married even without a ceremony. They will not be received back into membership until they bring forth fruits worthy of repentance (1Cor.5:11-13; 2Cor.2:6-10; Heb.13:4).

7. Courtship is through the Rabbi unless the Rabbi is the father, then it is through an older spiritual brother. The man goes first to the Rabbi with his desire for a sister to be his wife. If the Rabbi has nothing against this he goes to the sister with the mans request for her hand in marriage. If she agrees then the Rabbi goes to the parents and only after they all agree will the courtship be announced. If the sister does not agree then no one else is to know about this.

(Gen.24:2-4. 50-58; Lam.4:16; Heb.13:17).

8. If after reaching maturity, a sister has a desire to marry a brother (Ex. Ruth), she must first go to the Rabbi and announce who she wants to marry. The elder will complete the rest, (same as #7)

9.We must seek Yahweh for His will concerning our mates and not choose based on looks or some other fleshly thing (Prov.18:22; 19:14; Rom.8:14; 1Cor.7:17-24).

10. Members are free to be celibate, monogamous or polygamous, only let the Ruach HaKodesh lead in these life time commitments.

Part 21

Family

1. Marriage and the family are ordained by Yahweh and are patterned after Yeshua HaMashiach relationship with His congregation (Eph.5:25-33).

2. The husband is head of the family which is part of the congregation (1Cor.11:3; Eph.5:23).

3. Children are to be under the authority of their parents, the wife is to be under the authority of the husband, and the husband is to be under the authority of Yeshua HaMashiach. (1Cor.11:3). Families must obey the authority in the congregation and willingly govern their lives by the same ordinances that the early Messianic congregation followed (1Thes.4:1; 2Thes.2:15; 1Pet.5:1-5; Prov.31:10-12).

4. Children are to be schooled by their parents or by members of the congregation (Deut.6:7; 11:19; Prov.22:6; Is.54:13; Jer.9:20; Gal.4:1-2; 2Tim.2:2; 1:5).

Part 22

Responsibilities of husbands  and wives

1. They are to bring up the family in the love of Yahweh according to Yahweh word, with each other and the congregation (Deut.6:5-7; Col.3:20-21; Titus 2:3-5).

2. Care must be taken to keep the family holy both at home and in the congregation (Josh.24:15; 1Cor.7:14; 1Pet.1:15-16).

3. The husband must love his wife even as Yeshua HaMashiach loved the congregation (1Cor.7:3; Eph.5:25; 1Pet.3:7).

4. The husband and wife are responsible for the behavior and appearance of their children (Deut.31:12-13; Prov.22:6; 23:13; 1Tim..3:4).

5. The husband must care for his wives physical and spiritual needs (Eph.5:25; 1Pet.3:7).

6. Husbands or wives must never physically abuse each other. If there is an issue that they are unable to resolve between themselves then the Rabbi are to be called to help resolve the matter (Matt.18:15-18; Eph.5:21-22; 4:27-32; 1Pet.3:7).

7. The wife must lover her husband and be obedient to him in everything as unto the Adonai (Eph.5:22; Titus 2:4-5).

8. The wife must support her husband with the organization of the family, bringing up the children and serving the Yahweh (Gen.2:18; 1Tim.5:14; Prov.31:10-31).

9. Husbands and wives must not deprive another (1Cor.7:3-5).

10. The Yahweh is to determine how many children a family is to have, therefore any form of birth control is sin and is not to be allowed (Job 33:4; Ps.100:3; 104:27-30; Ecl.11:5; Mal.2:10; Ezk.37:4-6; 1Cor.11:11-12; Acts 17:24-25).

11. Adultery is sin (Ex.20:14; Matt.19:6-9; 1Cor.7:2+39; Heb.13:4).

Part 23

Oaths

1. All oaths, curses and swearing are forbidden. Let your yes be yes and your no be no (Matt.5:37; James 5:12).

Part 24

Military and

Government Involvement

1. Messianic believers should never take part in the destruction of human life, nor pursue any acts of revenge in the military or any where else (Matt.5:38-48; Lk.9:54-57; 2Cor.10:3-4).

2. A Messianic believers cannot be a politician, lawyer, judge, police officer or hold a government office (Matt.4:8-10; 20:20-28; Mk.4:19; Lk.4:6; Jn.18:36; 6:15; 2Cor.6:14-17; 2Tim.2:3-4).

Part 25

Greetings

1. Greet each member of Yahweh congregation with a Holy kiss: brothers with brothers and sisters with sisters (Rom.16:16; 1Cor.16:20; 2Cor.13:12; 1Thes.5:26; 1Pet.5:14).