In today’s chapter, we hear of God’s giving of the second tables of stone, the Ten Commandments, after Moses had broken the first. We will also read and discuss laws about the Sabbath.

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In today’s chapter, we hear of God’s giving of the second tables of stone, the Ten Commandments, after Moses had broken the first. We will also read and discuss laws about the Sabbath.

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Along with today’s chapter, we are doing a study on the face itself, and the face of God.

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In today’s chapter, we will hear of the golden calf that the Children of Israel worship, and God and Moses’ responses.

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Germany Jails 101-Year-Old For Holocaust Crimes
Prosecutors accused the 101-year-old pensioner of involvement in the murders of 3,518 prisoners at the Sachsenhausen camp between 1942 and 1945. Most of those killed were Jews, political prisoners, and other minorities persecuted by the German Nazis at the camp.

NATO expansion on course as Turkey OKs bids for Sweden, Finland
Turkey on Tuesday dropped its opposition to Sweden and Finland joining NATO, seemingly clearing the way for the two nations to enter the trans-Atlantic alliance and delivering a major boost to Western solidarity amid the Russia-Ukraine war.

Ukraine’s President Urges G7 To Help Him End War
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has urged the Group of Seven (G7) strongest economies to help him end the war against Russia by the end of the year. Zelensky spoke as Russia fired missiles at the capital Kyiv and other cities, killing and injuring many.
U.S. strike kills terror leader in Syria– June 27, 2022
NATO to dramatically increase forces on high alert to over 300,000 from 40,000 amid Russia threat – June 27, 2022
Russia defaults on foreign debt for first time since 1918 following sanctions – June 27, 2022
‘Russian Missile Strike Hits Ukraine Shopping Mall With 1,000 Inside’ – June 27, 2022
Russia Hit Ukraine’s Capital, Cities As G7 Gathers – June 27, 2022
Syrian, Russian paratroopers carry out drill in second joint exercise this month – June 26, 2022
U.K. Conservatives lose 2 elections in blow to Boris Johnson – June 26, 2022

Israel, Arab States Seek Peace Expansion
Representatives from Israel, the United States, and Arab allies have discussed “expanding the circle of lasting peace” in the Middle East, officials confirmed.

Israel first in the world to pump desalinated water into natural lake
Israel is about to become the first country ever to pump desalinated water into a freshwater natural lake – the Sea of Galilee – to supply water for drinking and irrigation, the Times of Israel (TOI) reports.
World Bank Study: Israel’s advanced communication technology improves job opportunities and economy – June 28, 2022
US says progress made toward elusive Israel-Lebanon maritime border deal – June 27, 2022
Gantz: Israel is building a Middle East air defense alliance against Iran – June 27, 2022
WSJ: Israel, Arab nations held secret US talks on Iran – June 26, 2022

Abortions can resume in Texas after judge blocks pre-Roe v. Wade ban
Abortions can resume in Texas after a judge on Tuesday blocked officials from enforcing a nearly century-old ban the state’s Republican attorney general said was back in effect after the US Supreme Court overturned the constitutional right to the procedure nationwide.

50 Dead Migrants Found In Truck In Texas; 3 Detained
The death toll from one of the most fatal human smuggling incidents along the U.S.-Mexico border rose to 50, authorities said Tuesday.
U.S. appeals court vacates federal vaccine mandate pending additional hearing – June 28, 2022
Reversal of Roe triggers spike in request for abortion pills – June 28, 2022
Judge says New York city can’t let noncitizens vote in city elections – June 27, 2022
Blue Exodus: More Than a Million Democrats Switch to Republican Party – June 27, 2022
Supreme Court Upholds Religious Rights, Vindicates Football Coach Who Was Fired for Praying – June 27, 2022
With tear gas, police disperse abortion protest at Arizona’s State Capitol – June 26, 2022
Downtown LA protests over SCOTUS abortion ruling enter 3rd day – June 26, 2022

A Christian man in Egypt is facing five years in prison after being convicted of having posted social media content considered to promote contempt for Islam, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports.

Pakistan: Christian man in prison for 4 years awaiting trial for blasphemy
A Christian man in Pakistan has been in prison for over four years after an Islamic extremist group accused him of insulting Muhammad in a Facebook post, Morning Star News (MSN) reports.
DRC: Jihadists murder 10 Christians; “We only live by God’s mercy” – June 27, 2022
Gunmen Kill 2nd Abducted Priest in Nigeria – June 27, 2022
Nigeria Gunmen Kill Prominent Priest – June 26, 2022
Christian massacres in Nigeria a top topic at global religious freedom summit – June 23, 2022
Ancient Christian relics found under historic church in Iraq – June 22, 2022
Sudan: Christian leaders arrested for singing worship songs – June 21, 2022
India: Hindu nationalist police severely beat up pastor – June 21, 2022
In today’s chapter, we will read about Bezaleel the son of Hur, his job, and the meaning of his name.

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In final part of today’s teaching, we will discuss the meaning of the words Christ and Messiah, as well as finishing up this chapter.

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In todays’ chapter, we will discuss the offerings for the tabernacle, the ransom, the weight and worth of a shekel, denominations, and more.

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Russia FM in Iran for talks on boosting cooperation
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov arrived in Iran on Wednesday for talks on boosting trade and energy cooperation as the two countries grapple with Western economic sanctions.

Jordan, Saudi Arabia support efforts to prevent a nuclear Iran
Jordan and Saudi Arabia announced on Wednesday that they support international efforts aimed at preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.

Egypt, Lebanon and Syria sign gas import agreement
Lebanon, Syria and Egypt signed an agreement on Tuesday to transfer 650 million cubic meters of gas per year from Egypt to Lebanon through Syria.
Egypt, Lebanon and Syria sign gas import agreement – June 22, 2022
Ukraine bans primary opposition party, seizing all its assets and money – June 22, 2022
PM: Sri Lanka Unable To Buy Oil As Economy Has ‘Collapsed’ – June 22, 2022
Afghanistan Quake Kills Nearly 1,000 – June 22, 2022
Hungary Opens Route For Ukraine Food Amid Starvation Fears – June 22, 2022
Hamas, Syria to restore ties after 10-year dispute – June 21, 2022
IAEA report says Iran stepping up uranium enrichment at underground Fordo site – June 21, 2022

Court upholds Arkansas law allowing state to reject business that boycotts Israel
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 8th Circuit upheld an Arkansas law that requires state contractors to pledge they are not boycotting Israel or to give state entitles a 20% discount if they don’t agree with the pledge.

Israel keeping US out of loop on alleged covert attacks in Iran
Israel is keeping the US in the dark as it steps up alleged covert operations against Iran’s nuclear program, according to a report Tuesday.
Officials unveil ‘Israeli Guard’ riot police unit to handle internal unrest – June 21, 2022
Netanyahu has week to find majority, prevent Israeli elections – June 21, 2022
World Vision employee found guilty of diverting funds to Hamas – June 20, 2022
Gantz: Israel building regional air defense alliance under US – June 20, 2022

Defying Senate GOP, House Republicans won’t back gun bill
House Republicans have vowed to oppose the bipartisan gun control bill that was sanctioned by Senate GOP leaders who lined up the needed support for it to pass in the upper chamber as soon as Thursday.

California Poised To Ban Police From Arresting Prostitutes
The California state legislature sent a bill to Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom’s desk that would prohibit police from arresting individuals suspected of prostitution Monday.
Yellowstone Flooding Rebuild Could Take Years, Cost Billions – June 21, 2022
Supreme Court overturns ban preventing religious schools from receiving state funding – June 21, 2022
Texas Could Vote to Secede From U.S. in 2023 as GOP Pushes for Referendum – June 20, 2022
Texas GOP rejects 2020 election and contends Biden was ‘not legitimately elected’ – June 20, 2022
Poll: Significantly fewer Americans believe in God now than five years ago – June 20, 2022
Tens of Thousands Flee San Francisco As Liberal Leaders Struggle With Crime and Homelessness – June 20, 2022
Pro-Abortion Group Plans Terror Attacks In US – June 20, 2022

Ancient Christian relics found under historic church in Iraq
Six ancient Christian stone reliquaries and several manuscripts in Syriac and Aramaic languages have been discovered under a historic church in Mosul, Iraq, the Jerusalem Post reports.

Sudan: Christian leaders arrested for singing worship songs
Two Christian leaders in Omdurman, Sudan were arrested last week for singing worship songs during their church service, the Christian Post (CP) reports. While the situation for Sudanese Christians somewhat improved following the 2019 ousting of Islamic dictator Omar al-Bashir, it has worsened again since the subsequent Islamic military coup of 2021.

India: Hindu nationalist police severely beat up pastor
Hindu nationalist police officers in India’s Uttar Pradesh state severely beat up a pastor after arresting him for singing a hymn on the roof of his home during a family devotional in April, Morning Star News (MSN) reports.
US Prison Ministry celebrates over 250 baptisms in Denver jail – June 21, 2022
Christian content censored on popular workplace app – June 20, 2022
Gunmen Attack Nigeria Church Killing 3 And Kidnapping 36 – June 20, 2022
Islamic State Attacks Christians In Mozambique, Killing Eight – June 19, 2022
Nigeria’s Army Questioned As Islamic Militants Kill Dozens Of Christians (Worthy News Investigation) – June 19, 2022
French Guiana Pastor Killed, Church Torched – June 17, 2022
In today’s chapter, we will talk about the altar of incense, the fragrances, perfumes and colognes, and strange fire.

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In today’s chapter, we will talk about Aaron’s role, and the sacrifices brought to the tabernacle.

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