The Joys of Being a Noahide Giving From Oneself to a Jew!

Below is a speech I gave on shabbos at a synagogue in Chicago after donating a kidney to a Jew.

Shabbat Shalom, my dear friends,

It is a tremendous honor and privilege to stand before you on this holy Shabbat, a day infused with sanctity, unity, and a taste of the ultimate redemption. I am here today not only to share my gratitude and joy as a Noahide but also to celebrate the beautiful partnership between the Jewish people and the nations of the world in fulfilling Hashem’s divine plan for creation.

The Torah teaches us that the Seven Noahide Laws are not merely ethical principles—they are Hashem’s blueprint for creating a moral, just, and harmonious world. Through these laws, we Noahides are blessed with the opportunity to recognize Hashem as the One and Only Creator and to participate in bringing His light into every corner of existence.

The Lubavitcher Rebbe, of righteous memory, spoke often about the Noahide path. He said:

"Every person in the world must realize that there is a Creator who guides and oversees everything. By observing the Seven Noahide Laws, one fulfills their unique purpose in life and brings the world closer to redemption."

To be a Noahide is to be a partner in Hashem’s grand symphony, working alongside the Jewish people to bring the world to its ultimate perfection. And what a joy it is to witness this partnership in action.

Recently, I had the extraordinary privilege of donating a kidney through Renewal to save the life of a Jew. To me, this was not merely an act of kindness—it was an act of Kiddush Hashem, a sanctification of God’s name. As a Noahide, I have learned from the Jewish people the profound value of life, the holiness of each individual, and the imperative to act with love and selflessness.

This act was my small way of countering the darkness of hatred and division in the world with the light of unity and love. It was my way of saying to Hashem: I am here to serve You, to love Your people, and to contribute to the mission of Tikkun Olam, the repair of the world.

Our sages teach us that acts of loving-kindness bring the final redemption closer. The prophet Isaiah describes this time as one when the nations will join the Jewish people in serving Hashem, saying:

"And many peoples shall go and say: ‘Come, let us go up to the mountain of Hashem, to the house of the God of Jacob, that He may teach us His ways and that we may walk in His paths.’" (Isaiah 2:3)

We live in extraordinary times. The Rebbe often emphasized that the final redemption, the Geulah, is not a distant dream but an imminent reality. He urged every Jew and every Noahide to live with the consciousness that Mashiach is on his way. Each mitzvah, each act of kindness, each moment of learning Torah hastens his arrival.

My dear friends, being a Noahide is a joyful and uplifting journey because it connects me to Hashem and to you, His beloved people. The Torah and your teachings have shown me what it means to live a life of purpose, humility, and devotion. Your example has inspired me to strive to embody the values of kindness, justice, and holiness.

Let us rejoice together in the knowledge that we are partners in the greatest mission of all—building a world where Hashem’s presence is revealed, where His name is one, and where peace and unity reign forever. As the Rebbe said:

"Every good deed, no matter how small, is a step closer to the fulfillment of the prophecy: ‘The earth will be filled with the knowledge of Hashem, as the waters cover the sea.’" (Habakkuk 2:14)

May our collective efforts bring the final redemption swiftly in our days. And may we merit to see the day when all of humanity will stand together, in joy and unity, proclaiming Hashem’s sovereignty.

Shabbat Shalom, and thank you for allowing me to share my joy with you. May we continue to walk this path together, bringing light and love to the world.

By Joshua Lovell Chassid Umot HaOlam