Gospel Portions! Torah Tidbits.
🎙️ Gospel Portions, Torah Tidbits
A year-long journey through the life of Jesus — one portion at a time.
In Gospel Portions, Torah Tidbits, Shirah Chante reads through the four Gospels — Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John — following the traditional 54-week Torah reading schedule. Each episode aligns a portion of the Gospels with the weekly Torah portion, offering a unique lens to explore how the words and works of Jesus fulfill the Law and the Prophets.
Rooted in Yeshua’s declaration that He came not to abolish the Torah, but to fulfill it, this podcast reveals hidden connections, prophetic echoes, and divine patterns that bridge the Old and New Covenants. These are not just readings — they’re revelations.
Whether you’re new to the Bible or a seasoned Torah student, join Shirah weekly for Scripture, insight, and Spirit-led reflection — one portion at a time.
Gospel Portions! Torah Tidbits.
Kingdom of Heaven: The Wheat and Tares
Understanding the Parable of the Wheat and Tares
Shirah Chante, your relationship coach, welcomes listeners to Gospel Portions, Torah Tidbits. The episode focuses on reading and interpreting Matthew chapters 13 and 14. Shirah explains the parable of the wheat and tares, detailing how Jesus used this story to illustrate the Kingdom of Heaven. She emphasizes the difference between the Kingdom of God and the Kingdom of Heaven, citing biblical passages and prophecies to support her explanation. She encourages listeners to distinguish between righteous and wicked deeds and prays for their continued spiritual growth. The episode concludes by linking Jesus' parables to Old Testament prophecies, demonstrating the connection between the New and Old Testaments. Download the Gospel Portions Chapter Outline here. Give to support the show below.
00:00 Introduction to Gospel Portions
00:41 Starting the Gospel Reading Plan
01:08 Understanding the Kingdom of God
03:34 The Parable of the Wheat and Tares
05:44 Exploring the Difference Between Kingdom of God and Kingdom of Heaven
11:10 The Fate of the Tares
19:00 Connecting the Gospel with the Old Testament
21:00 Conclusion and Final Thoughts