Expected Release in February 2027
In today’s world, we see separation like never before. Nations, neighborhoods, and even households separate along the lines of right wing and left wing, pro-life and pro-choice, straight and queer, orthodox and reform, pro-Israel and pro-Palestine.
Why is the world forcing us to choose a side? Where is this headed? And what do we need to know?
Relating to our Creator through worship is as important as ever. The prophets have foretold everything unfolding in front of us: war, earthquakes, and woke ideology. Take courage because it ends well for those who restore their relationship with the God of Israel.
Lisa Stanczak de Balderrama has written a significant book. Books that reach the heart and not only the mind are important. This is one of those books. Here we find a book that brings out the Jewish roots of our faith and connects it to the deepest heart issues of our life with HaShem. The book is not just an emotional rant but well researched on the most important subject of all, our relationship with God based in worship. The book presents the multifaceted aspect of worship, true worship, false worship, worship as a way of life and obedience, worship as an expression of devotion.
The book can well be read in parts as a devotional. But the book includes, in worship, a passion about the last days and presents her views (which are not certain but possible) about the restoration of Israel, the last days wars, the Ezekiel Temple, and the implications for worship. The book puts together material that is usually not put together and presents it in this new context for new insight. However, these presentations always return to the theme of worship. I trust that this book will encourage you and that you will grow in the Lord by pursuing it.
—Dr. Daniel Juster
Restoration from Zion, Founding Leader of Tikkun Global
Stanczak articulates a clear messianic vision with kavanah and intelligence. This book is a must-read for anyone who loves the Jewish people, has a heart for worship, and seeks to deepen their understanding of God and the Hebrew scriptures through a Jewish lens.
—Joshua Turnil
Director of Innovation & Jewish Life at Jews for Jesus, President of the Messianic Jewish Alliance of France
“River in the Arabah” offers an accessible and compelling gateway into the rich depths of Jewish worship. With clarity and insight, Stanczak situates Israel’s worship of the one true God within its historical and spiritual context, helping readers rediscover the beauty and meaning behind ancient practices. More than a historical exploration, this book invites readers to consider how these time-tested traditions can inform and deepen contemporary worship, opening pathways toward healing, restoration, and spiritual abundance. As you journey through its pages, Stanczak gently guides you to cultivate the soil of your faith—putting down deeper roots that become a strong foundation for lasting growth and greater fruitfulness.
—Benjamin Juster
President of Tikkun America
In “River in the Arabah,” Lisa Stanczak de Balderrama offers an insightful. spiritually meaningful and theologically rich reflection on Jewish worship from a messianic context. In Jeremiah 6:16, Adonai’s prophet exhorts us to follow the ancient paths and follow a lifestyle of worship and covenantal love. With a strong understanding of identity and calling in Messiah Yeshua, Stanczak captures the Father’s heart for us to pursue relational intimacy and spiritual formation from an essentially Messianic Jewish perspective. Both Messianic Jewish and Gentile believers will be deeply enriched by the reading of this timely book.
—Rabbi Mark Rantz
Congregational Leader—Beit Hallel Messianic Congregation
Senior Editor—Tikkun Restore Magazine
Stanczak writes with kavanah—intentionality and depth—drawing readers toward a richer encounter with the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. A vital resource for anyone seeking the messianic roots of authentic spiritual devotion.
—Rabbi Dr. David Barsky
Founder, Head Elder, Senior Rabbi of Beth Yeshua Messianic Synagogue
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Moses’ Words
בַּצַּ֣ר לְךָ֔ וּמְצָא֕וּךָ כֹּ֖ל הַדְּבָרִ֣ים הָאֵ֑לֶּה בְּאַחֲרִית֙ הַיָּמִ֔ים וְשַׁבְתָּ֙ עַד־יְהוָ֣ה אֱלֹהֶ֔יךָ וְשָׁמַעְתָּ֖ בְּקֹלֽוֹ׃
כִּ֣י אֵ֤ל רַחוּם֙ יְהוָ֣ה אֱלֹהֶ֔יךָ לֹ֥א יַרְפְּךָ֖ וְלֹ֣א יַשְׁחִיתֶ֑ךָ וְלֹ֤א יִשְׁכַּח֙ אֶת־בְּרִ֣ית אֲבֹתֶ֔יךָ אֲשֶׁ֥ר נִשְׁבַּ֖ע לָהֶֽם׃
דדְּבָרִים ד:ל-לא
When you are in distress and all these things have come on you, in the latter days you will return to Adonai your God and listen to His voice. For Adonai your God is a merciful God. He will not abandon you or destroy you, or forget the covenant with your fathers that He swore to them (Deuteronomy 4:30-31 TLV).
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