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What is the difference between Passover and Easter? Discover the Biblical, historical, and early Church truth behind these two observances, uncovering their origins, timing, and connection to Yeshua (Jesus) that many believers have never been taught.

In this Messianic Hanukkah Podcast, we explore the Biblical meaning of Hanukkah, the Feast of Dedication (John 10:22–23), and its powerful connection to Yeshua as the Light of the World. Discover the historical roots, spiritual depth, and prophetic significance of Hanukkah for believers today.

Leviticus 23, Divine Language, and the Question of Permanence Why the Biblical Feasts Were Never Abolished Introduction: Leviticus 23 Still Demands Our Attention On January 20, 2026, I Was Just Thinking… Read more

As we reflect on 2025, I Was Just Thinking Ministries celebrates God’s faithfulness through Messianic teaching, Biblical Feasts, discipleship, apologetics, and preparation for what lies ahead in 2026.

Why does Hanukkah still matter for believers today? In this episode of Let’s Talk Hanukkah, Dr. Sanette Fleming and Rev. Garritt Fleming explore Hanukkah, the Feast of Dedication, through Yeshua’s example, identity, holiness, and resistance to assimilation in a modern cultural context.

New doctoral research by Dr. Sanette Fleming reveals how observing God’s Appointed Times, the Biblical Feasts, strengthens family discipleship, deepens Biblical literacy, and positively shapes children’s spiritual formation. Grounded in Scripture, Messianic theology, and original research, this study offers compelling evidence for the enduring relevance of God’s redemptive calendar.

Learn why Christians should celebrate Hanukkah and how this Biblical celebration invites believers to reject compromise, embrace holiness, and rededicate their lives to God.

Explore the roots of our faith in Yeshua (Jesus) through the lens of Messianic Judaism. Rev. Dr. Sanette Fleming and Rev. Garritt Fleming uncover who Messianic Jews are, what they believe, and how the Jewish roots of Christianity reveal God’s covenant with Israel and all believers.

Explore Biblical Messianic, apologetics, and truth with IWJTM. Discover Yeshua from Genesis to Revelation. Join Dr. Sanette & Rev. Garritt Fleming as they reveal Yeshua in Scripture, defend truth, and inspire you to boldly live out God’s Word as He originally intended.

We’re excited to announce the official relaunch of the I Was Just Thinking Ministries Podcast—on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! At I Was Just Thinking Ministries (IWJTM), our mission is simple yet bold: know,… Read more

Defending the Bible is more urgent than ever. This article explores why Scripture (Tanakh and New Covenant) is trustworthy, inerrant in its original manuscripts, and relevant for today’s cultural battles.

Discover the benefits of Shabbat rest—God’s gift of renewal, peace, and restoration through Yeshua the Messiah. A blessing for body, soul, and spirit.

What does the Bible mean by clean and unclean—and why does it still matter today? Discover how God’s standard of holiness, death, and redemption points us to Yeshua, our ultimate cleanser.

Pulpit Censorship: Part III – When the Gospel Offends: Legal Risks, Church Strategy, and Uncompromising Hope Rev. Dr. Sanette Fleming, DMin, MDivPresident, I Was Just Thinking Ministries “And you will… Read more

Rev. Dr. Sanette Fleming announces the completion of her Doctor of Ministry degree and shares why her research on the Biblical Feasts and Christian homes is transforming lives.

Yeshua didn’t reject the Torah—He rejected man-made religion that distorted it. His yoke is light because it restores God’s commandments to their original, life-giving purpose. This article contrasts Yeshua’s teachings with rabbinic burdens and reveals how the Torah, through Him, brings rest, not legalism.

To preach only ‘love’ and not ‘truth,’ only ‘healing’ and not ‘repentance,’ is to mutilate the message of God.” In this timely and convicting second installment of the Pulpit Censorship series, Rev. Dr. Sanette Fleming calls Messianic and Christian leaders alike to reject selective preaching and boldly declare the whole counsel of God—from Genesis to Revelation.

Who was Jesus—really?
In this compelling article, Rev. Dr. Sanette Fleming uncovers the Jewish identity of Yeshua (Jesus), restoring Him to His first-century context as a Torah-observant Rabbi, the promised Messiah of Israel, and the fulfilment of God’s covenant with the Jewish people. Through Scripture and historical insight, this piece challenges common Western portrayals and calls believers back to the Hebraic roots of the Gospel. Understanding Yeshua rightly is not optional—it’s essential for interpreting Scripture and walking in authentic discipleship.

Shavuot, also known as Pentecost, is more than a commemoration of wheat harvests or the dramatic outpouring of the Holy Spirit — it is a divine invitation to give. As God gave His Word at Sinai and His Spirit in Jerusalem, He calls us to share what we’ve received. This holy day reminds us of the hungry, the poor, and the spiritually searching among us — like Ruth in the fields and the Ethiopian eunuch on the desert road — and challenges us to respond. Who is God calling you to reach?

Following Passover, God invites His people into a sacred season — a daily journey of counting, obedience, and trust. This blog unpacks the biblical and agricultural significance of the Counting of the Omer, revealing its deep connection to firstfruits, faithful waiting, and the outpouring of the Holy Spirit at Shavuot. Through Scripture and historical insight, we are reminded that just as ancient Israel and the disciples in the upper room waited in hope, so too must we trust in the God who brings the harvest — both in our fields and in our lives.

Jewish and Gentile disciples alike greeted one another, worshipped, and prayed with expressions rooted in deep Messianic longing. Among these expressions was a mysterious Aramaic phrase preserved in the Greek New Testament: Marana Tha (מָרָנָא תָא).

Discover the meaning, Biblical foundation, prophetic significance, and celebration of the Feast of Firstfruits. Learn how it points to Yeshua’s resurrection and why it matters for believers today.

The Bible’s agricultural language is rich with spiritual meaning, and among its significant images is the sheaf of the barley harvest — first mentioned in connection with the Feast of Firstfruits. Understanding what the “sheaf” represents unlocks important theological insights into covenant faithfulness, provision, and ultimately, the resurrection of Messiah.

What if the key to unlocking the deeper meaning of the New Testament lies hidden in an ancient Feast most Christians have never celebrated? The Feast of Unleavened Bread is not just a Jewish tradition—it’s a divine appointment that reveals the sinlessness of Yeshua, the seriousness of sanctification, and the prophetic rhythm of God’s redemptive plan. Discover why this feast matters today, how it brings Scripture into sharper focus, and why obeying it is not legalism—but love. Don’t miss this powerful Messianic apologetics deep dive.

The Biblical Feasts aren’t just ancient traditions—they’re divine appointments that unveil Yeshua’s redemptive mission from Genesis to Revelation. From Passover to Sukkot, each feast points to Jesus the Messiah and His return!

Explore how God’s calendar reveals the past, present, and future of your faith in a powerful way.

Explore how Yeshua (Jesus) fulfills the prophetic role of the Passover Lamb. This article draws powerful parallels between Exodus 12 and the crucifixion, showing how the Messiah’s blood brings salvation and protection. Includes visual timelines, infographics, and a call to faith.

he Quartodecimans—so named from the Latin quartodecimus meaning “fourteenth”—observed the death of Messiah (Christ) on the 14th of Nisan in accordance with the Biblical calendar and the Jewish Passover. In contrast, the Roman Church moved to commemorate the resurrection of Messiah (Christ) on the Sunday following the spring full moon, thus creating the festival now known as Easter.

Pesach (Hebrew: פֶּסַח), commonly known as Passover, is one of the most significant festivals in the Bible, commemorating the Israelites’ deliverance from slavery in Egypt. It is a Biblically mandated observance, rich with historical, theological, and prophetic significance. For Christians, Pesach (Passover) holds profound Messianic implications, prefiguring the sacrificial death of Yeshua (Jesus) as the ultimate Passover Lamb. This article will explore the meaning, observance, and spiritual significance of Pesach (Passover), while addressing frequently asked questions with Biblical references and scholarly insights.

Purim, one of the most joyous holidays on the Jewish and Biblical calendar, commemorates the deliverance of the Jewish people from Haman’s plot as recorded in the Book of Esther. One of the central commandments of Purim is the seudatPurim, the festive meal, which is a time of joyous feasting, communal gathering, and thanksgiving to God.

The more we examine the liturgical calendar parallel to Yahweh’s Biblical calendar, the more apparent it is that the liturgical calendar is an imitation. Furthermore, many liturgical and minor celebrations within the liturgical year are undergirded in paganism. 

Since Purim 2025 and Mardi Gras are happening within 10 days of each other, we should examine the parallels between Purim and Mardi Gras.