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The Tacoma Narrows Bridge in Tacoma, Washington

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Alive In Messiah (Washington)

“But God, being rich in mercy, because of His great love with He loved us, even when we were dead in our wrongdoings, made us alive together with Christ…”

– Ephesians 2:4-5, ESV

In 2018, the Gonzales family joined a Bible study held in the home of Caleb Hegg and his wife, Lacacia Cardoza. After several months of attending, Michael felt the need to offer his assistance in leading and organizing the study sessions. After several months, the group decided to become a congregation and, after reading through Ephesians 2, they adopted the name “Alive in Messiah” (AIM).

Once the church was launched, Michael stepped up to serve as an elder with Caleb, sharing the responsibility for teaching on Shabbat and Festival Days. Michael also helped in structuring and organizing the service segments, scheduling the various readings, the hymn list, the website, and other items necessary in running the congregation.

In 2022 Michael stepped down from his role as an elder and moved to Fort Worth, Texas to be close to family.

Sermons and Teachings

Defilement, Crimes, and Sins

Michael Gonzales May 22, 2021

Podcast: Download (Duration: 28:28 — 26.2MB)

A Sabbath Sermon on Numbers 5.1-10 by Michael David Gonzales taken from Torah Portion Naso (Elevate) found in the traditional one year Torah Reading Schedule. In this teaching Michael briefly looks at the issues of defilement in the camp and crimes committed within the people of Israel. This passage takes place just after the tribes are organized and just before they set off on their journey through the wilderness toward the Promised Land.

The Ascension of Yeshua

Michael Gonzales May 8, 2021

Podcast: Download (Duration: 17:21 — 16.0MB)

A Sabbath Sermon by Michael David Gonzales on the 41st Day of the Omer, which is Ascension Day. This sermon was given in preparation for the upcoming festival of Shavuot. In this teaching Michael briefly looks at the Ascension of Yeshua and its importance to His mission here on Earth and its significance to His disciples.

The Real Date of Shavuot

Michael Gonzales April 3, 2021

Podcast: Download (Duration: 1:04:09 — 58.9MB)

A Sabbath Sermon on the date of Chag Shavuot, the Feast Weeks by Michael David Gonzales. In this sermon Michael looks at the two prominent methods of reckoning the start of the 50 day period between Passover and Shavuot, known as the counting of the omer. He attempts to defend both positions having followed them in the past. This topic always makes for a lively discussion and the community of AIM did not disappoint.

Passover | A Time of Reflection

Michael Gonzales March 20, 2021

Podcast: Download (Duration: 29:31 — 27.2MB)

A Sabbath Sermon on Numbers 9.1-14 by Michael David Gonzales in preparation for the Passover. In this teaching Michael briefly looks at the first three Passover observances mentioned in the Bible. He shares some personal stories, makes application from the Text, and exhorts the listener to get ready for the upcoming celebration.

Our Gifts are From Him and For Him

Michael Gonzales March 6, 2021

Podcast: Download (Duration: 33:43 — 31.0MB)

A Sabbath Sermon on Exodus 31.1-32.10 by Michael David Gonzales taken from Torah Portion Ki Tisa (When You Take) found in the traditional one year Torah Reading Schedule. In this teaching Michael looks at the skills given to the craftsmen in building the tabernacle and its furnishings so the people could worship of the Lord. He compares them with the gifts we are given by the Lord in order to minister to the Body and ultimately Him.

Expansion Theology

Michael Gonzales February 6, 2021

Podcast: Download (Duration: 30:01 — 27.6MB)

A Sabbath Sermon on Exodus 18 by Michael David Gonzales taken from Torah Portion Yitro (Jethro) found in the traditional one year Torah Reading Schedule. In this teaching Michael focuses at the relationship between Moses and his father-in-law Jethro, and “Expansion Theology” in the family and in the community.

Preparation Through Trials

Michael Gonzales January 9, 2021

Podcast: Download (Duration: 26:06 — 24.0MB)

A Sabbath Sermon on Exodus 1.8-14; 2.23-25 by Michael David Gonzales taken from Torah Portion Shemot (Names) found in the traditional one year Torah Reading Schedule. In this teaching Michael talks about the importance of learning from the trials in our lives and how we need to trust and rely on God through every trial so we can grow, spiritually.

Your Brothers Shall Praise You

Michael Gonzales December 26, 2020

Podcast: Download (Duration: 30:55 — 28.4MB)

A Sabbath Sermon on Genesis 44 by Michael David Gonzales taken from Torah Portion Vayigash (and he drew near) found in the traditional one year Torah Reading Schedule. In this teaching Michael demonstrates how Judah is seen as a type and shadow of Yeshua, Jesus, found in the middle of the story of Joseph.