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| 16 Jun 2020 | Top 12 Guidelines for Tough Conversations; Motivations for the Show | 01:00:56 | |
The issues we tackle on this show are controversial and if there is one thing we hope to produce in ourselves and those who listen to us is the ability to have tough conversations with others. In this video, we discuss what we consider to be the top 12 guidelines for having tough conversations: 0:00 - Introduction You can also listen on our YouTube channel Follow us on Social Media: Support links: Resources: For further guidelines see the papers written by Dr. David Rudolph https://rabbidavid.net/papers | |||
| 15 Sep 2021 | Should Christians Celebrate Sukkot? A Messianic Jewish Response to Hebrew Roots | 00:22:10 | |
Hebrew Roots and One Law teachers like Lex Meyer of Unlearn the Lies and Tim Hegg of Torah Resource frequently argue that Christians should celebrate Sukkot and all other Jewish Festivals because of the prophecy found in Zechariah 14:16-19. This is contrary to the Messianic Jewish position. I argue that Christians do not have this responsibility and appeal to Messianic Jewish leaders like Dr. David Rudolph, Dr. Daniel Juster, and Rabbi Russ Resnik in support of this position. Christians are not deficient for not observing distinctly Jewish customs. Tim Hegg's articles: | |||
| 03 Jun 2022 | Was Paul Torah-Observant or Spirit-Led? | 00:18:40 | |
This week is the Jewish holiday of Shavuot which is also known as Pentecost. In Jewish tradition, Shavuot commemorates the giving of the Torah. In Christian traditions, Pentecost commemorates the Holy Spirit descending after Jesus ascended to heaven. In Messianic Judaism, we commemorate both! Join us in exploring how Shavuot provides an occasion to see how Paul was both Torah-observant and Spirit-Led simultaneously.
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| 24 Aug 2020 | Did Jesus Rise from the Dead? | Rabbi Tovia Singer vs. Orthodox Jewish scholar | 00:23:01 | |
Did Jesus rise from the dead? Rabbi Tovia Singer says "absolutely not." He argues that there is no evidence this event took place. In this video, w ask question - how would an Orthodox Jewish scholar who affirms that Jesus rose from the dead respond to Rabbi Singer? He presents the arguments from the late Dr. Pinchas Lapide and puts them up against Rabbi Singer's! 0:00 - Introduction 0:34 - Rabbi Tovia Singer’s objection 4:46 – Problems with Rabbi Singer's approach to the New Testament 5:22 – Jewish scholarship on the New Testament (Dr. Amy-Jill Levine, Dr. Marc Brettler, Dr. Pamela Eisenbaum, and Dr. Daniel Boyarin) 8:29 – Dr. Pinchas Lapide’s perspective on the resurrection of Jesus 9:32 – Evidence for the empty tomb 15:49 – Evidence for the disciples’ experiences of seeing the risen Jesus 19:06 – Were the disciples experiencing hallucinations? 20:19 – Dr. Lapide’s conclusion 20:44 – Conclusion Follow us on Social Media: Support links: SubscribeStar (monthly supporters gain access to quarterly livestreams!) Merch shop | |||
| 10 Apr 2025 | Christians are NOT “the True Jews” | A Messianic Jewish Response to Jeff Durbin | 00:47:59 | |
Just weeks after October 7, 2023—the worst moment in Jewish history since the Holocaust—Pastor Jeff Durbin of Apologia Studios released a video discussing the massacre. In it, he argued that Jewish people who do not believe in Jesus are not truly Jewish and are not God’s chosen people. Instead, he claimed that Christians are the true Jews—that Christians are Israel. Through this video, Pastor Jeff Durbin fuels and spreads antisemitism. The video you are about to watch is a Messianic Jewish response, correcting the gross errors Pastor Jeff makes and offering a careful exegesis of the biblical passages he misuses to support his claims. 0:00 – Responding to Pastor Jeff Durbin taking advantage of October 7th to promote replacement theology 7:00 – Showing why Pastor Jeff Durbin’s interpretation of Romans 2.27–29 is incorrect and exegeting the text 26:53 – Responding to Pastor Jeff Durbin’s antisemitic comments 29:43 – Showing why Pastor Jeff Durbin’s interpretation of Romans 9:6 is incorrect and exegeting the text 46:24 – What God says about Israel in the Tanakh 47:31 – What Paul says about Israel You can also watch on our YouTube channel Follow us on Social Media: If you are looking for a way to support us and gain early access to our content, you can become a monthly supporter on Subscribestar We also have: PayPal ___________________________ Matthew V. Novenson, Paul, Then and Now (Grand Rapids: Eerdmans, 2022), 91–117. Ryan D. Cullman, Apostle to the Foreskin: Circumcision in the Letters of Paul (Berlin: de Gruyter, 2023), 148–196. “Are Christians ‘the True Jews?’” “Is the Church the ‘True Israel’?” For an excellent movie documenting October 7, 2023, and the antisemitism that has been raging since, watch October 8 | |||
| 04 Sep 2024 | Thank You Church for Defending the Tanakh | 00:50:46 | |
Marcion was the "arch-heretic" who argued there is a good god and an evil god, the Tanakh (the Old Testament) is not scripture, and edited portions of the New Testament. He was the first influential heretic that the Church had to guard a biblical understand of God and the Tanakh as God's word. The Messianic Jewish community should appreciate the Church for successfully defending God and His scripture. You can also watch on our YouTube Channel Follow us on Social Media: If you are looking for a way to support us and gain early access to our content, you can become a monthly supporter on Subscribestar | |||
| 11 Jan 2022 | "Why Messianic Judaism Is Fake" [REACTION] | 00:38:13 | |
Recently, we were sent a Times of Israel blog by its author, Rabbi Joel Hoffman, entitled, "Why Messianic Judaism is Fake." We thought this was a good opportunity to try our hand at doing a live reaction as we read it for the first time! There is much more that could have been said, and much that we could have said more clearly. Hopefully, it is edifying and entertaining nonetheless! _________________ You can also watch on our YouTube channel Follow us on Social Media: If you are looking for a way to support us and our work, you can become a monthly supporter on Subscribestar We also have: PayPal Merch shop ______________________ Music: https://www.bensound.com | |||
| 12 Oct 2020 | Did Jesus in Fact Come to Destroy the Law? Responding to Rabbi Tovia Singer | 00:19:22 | |
Rabbi Tovia Singer argues that in Matthew 5:27-28, Jesus claims that if one is even tempted to commit adultery, then they have already committed the sin. Jesus's point, therefore, is that the Torah is impossible to follow. In this video, we respond to this argument and show why Rabbi Singer is misunderstanding Jesus. Note: The argument made in this video is that the Torah is possible to keep, and Jesus expects his Jewish followers to observe it. There are other questions that are certainly worth addressing. Which commandments are exclusively for Jews? Which commandments are possible to observe today? If Gentiles are required to follow the commandments not to covet or commit adultery, why are they not obligated to keep the Sabbath? These and many more questions will be discussed in future videos! 0:00 – Intro 0:48 – Rabbi Tovia Singer’s Argument 3:08 – Reading in context – Matthew 5:17-20 4:06 – What does “abolish” mean? 5:05 – What does “fulfill” mean? 7:37 – What is the purpose of Matthew 5:17-20? 8:15 – Is Jesus contradicting the Torah? 11:04 – Presentation of Dr. Jason Staples’s reading of Matthew 5:27-28 11:15 – Jesus is pointing back to the tenth commandment. 12:54 – What did "lust" mean in the first century? 13:45 – A better translation of Matthew 5:28 16:12 – What is Jesus saying? 17:11 - Conclusion You can also listen on our YouTube channel Follow us on Social Media: Support links: Dr. Jason Staples's blog article - "'Whoever Looks at a Woman With Lust': Misinterpreted Bible Passages #1" The Gospel of Matthew: A Socio-Rhetorical Commentary by Dr. Craig Keener Sermon on the Mount: A Beginner's Guide to the Kingdom of Heaven by Dr. Amy-Jill Levine Music: https://www.bensound.com Did Jesus in Fact Come to Destroy the Law? - A Response to Rabbi Tovia Singer | |||
| 26 Oct 2023 | Is the New Testament Antisemitic? (Inspiring Philosophy interview) | 01:48:58 | |
Michael Jones, from one of the largest Christian apologetics YouTube channels, Inspiring Philosophy, interviewed us on the topic: "Is the New Testament Antisemitic?" This message is particularly timely, given the increasing prevalence of Jew-hatred worldwide. Sadly, Christian antisemitism is also a reality, and in this interview, we address the challenging passages that antisemites cite to argue that the New Testament promotes Jew-hatred. We cover Matthew 27:24–26; John 8:44; Revelation 2:9; 3:9; Matthew 23:33; 1 Thessalonians 2:14–16; and Philippians 3:2. Make sure to check out Inspiring Philosophy! It is an excellent channel that we have been watching for years. To watch the interview on YouTube, click here. ______________________ You can also watch our YouTube channel. Follow us on Social Media: If you are looking for a way to support us and gain early access to our content, you can become a monthly supporter on Subscribestar We also have PayPal ______________________ Music: https://www.bensound.com | |||
| 10 Jun 2021 | The Shema's Impact on the Gospel and Replacement Theology | 00:36:49 | |
For centuries, scholars have argued that Paul thought the Church replaced Israel as God's chosen people and that Jewish identity is erased upon the acceptance of Jesus's Gospel message. Here, I argue that when you carefully read Paul's use of the Shema in Romans 3.27-31 and use the Tanakh, Josephus, and later rabbinic literature to expand your interpretative imagination, you find Paul understood God remained the God of Israel and that Jewish Jesus-followers were to maintain their Jewish identity. 00:00 - Introduction and Thesis Statement Follow us on Social Media: Support links: Merch shop | |||
| 09 Mar 2025 | 100 Year Old Vision for Messianic Judaism! | 00:28:50 | |
Over 100 years ago, Philip Cohen published the first issue of "The Messianic Jew: Organ of the Jewish Messianic Movement." We read the introductory article to this Messianic Jewish publication to discover the beautiful heart Cohen had for Jewish followers of Yeshua to express their Jewish identities. He casts a vision and an aim for Jewish believers that ultimately results in Jesus being made known, reigniting the Jewish consciousness of Jewish believers, and partnering with the Gentile Church to help us fulfill this vision.You can access this issue of "The Messianic Jew" hereYou can also watch on our YouTube Channel Follow us on Social Media: Instagram If you are looking for a way to support us and gain early access to our content, you can become a monthly supporter on Subscribestar | |||
| 15 Apr 2021 | Did Jesus Claim To Be God? Traditional and Messianic Jewish Scholars Discuss | 00:42:06 | |
Traditional Jewish scholar, Dr. Kenneth Hanson and Messianic Jewish scholar, Dr. David Rudolph participate in a discussion on whether Jesus claimed to be God and the impact these readings of the New Testament have on Messianic Judaism's relationship to the broader Jewish world. This discussion took place at the 2020 Society of Biblical Literature Annual Meeting to interact with the ideas presented in Dr. Kenneth Hanson’s and Dr. Zev Garber’s book, Judaism and Jesus, a book analyzing the historical Jesus and Messianic Judaism. You can also listen on our YouTube Channel Follow us on Social Media: Support links: Merch shop Music: https://www.bensound.com | |||
| 29 Jul 2020 | What Do Jews Think of Messianic Jews? | 01:00:04 | |
Jews do not all speak with one voice on their views of Messianic Jews. Some view Messianic Jews as Christians masquerading as Jews, trying to convert Jews to Christianity. There are perceptions that are neutral, positive, and everything in between. While some view Messianic Jews as members of the Jewish community, others do not. In this video, we go over these perceptions and conclude by offering some takeaway messages for what the Messianic community should react to them. 0:00 - Introduction You can also listen on our YouTube channel Follow us on Social Media: Support links: Resources from the Episode: | |||
| 03 Dec 2021 | What Is A Messianic Gentile? | 00:46:03 | |
Not many people understand or have even heard of, Messianic Gentiles. Who are they? Who are they not? In this video, I define Messianic Gentiles as are non-Jewish members of Messianic synagogues who affirm the teachings of Messianic Judaism and live according to the Jewish norms of their synagogue. I then distinguish them from many groups with which they might be easily confused, particularly Hebrew Roots/One Law adherents. I also offer tips for how non-Jews can determine if God is leading them to join a Messianic synagogue. Enjoy! _____________________________ | |||
| 30 Apr 2024 | Connecting Passover, Isaiah 53, and the Gospel | 00:23:42 | |
Isaiah draws from the story of Passover in Isaiah 52 and 53. The New Testament portrays Jesus as our Passover Lamb and the suffering servant of Isaiah 53. Gain a deeper understanding of the gospel message as told by the Tanakh and New Testament and find out an amazing connection to the shankbone of the Passover seder and the 'arm of the Lord'! ______________________ You can also watch on our YouTube Channel Follow us on Social Media: If you are looking for a way to support us and gain early access to our content, you can become a monthly supporter on Subscribestar We also have PayPal ______________________ Music: https://www.bensound.com | |||
| 11 Oct 2021 | What is the Role of Torah and Spirit for Messianic Jews? Rabbi Josh Lessard and Dr. Jen Rosner | 01:35:20 | |
How should Messianic Jews understand the role of Torah, rabbinic tradition, and the leading of the Holy Spirit in their lives and communities? There are multiple Messianic Jewish answers to this question and today we had on Messianic Jewish scholar, Dr. Jennifer Rosner and Messianic Jewish rabbi, Joshua Lessard to discuss their book "At the Foot of the Mountain: Two Views on the Torah and Spirit" where they explore these issues from different perspectives. You can also watch on our YouTube channel Get the book! | |||
| 24 Sep 2023 | Paul's Name NEVER Changed | 00:12:58 | |
Have you ever heard the claim that Saul's name was changed to Paul on the road to Damascus? Do Christians tell you that this name changed symbolized not only a dramatic personal transformation but also Paul's turn away from Judaism in favor of Christianity? I read through Acts 9 and Acts 13 to show that Paul's name was never changed from Saul and give an alternative explanation for why Luke shifts to use "Paul" after Acts 13:9. Thanks for joining and share it with your Christian friends! You can also watch on our YouTube channel Music: https://www.bensound.com | |||
| 21 Dec 2020 | How Our Faith Survived College [Podcast Exclusive!] | 00:43:03 | |
Listen in as we share our story of how we navigated conversations with atheist professors, atheist and agnostic classmates, and Jewish counter-missionaries while in college! We hope you find encouragement, entertainment, and empowerment as we give you a sneak peek into parts of the journey that has led to us launching Two Messianic Jews! Enjoy! You can listen to more content on our YouTube channel Follow us on Social Media: Support links: References mentioned in the podcast: *we don't endorse every view of each one of these thinkers, but they each have extremely valuable content in their libraries that have helped us tremendously* YouTube channel Recommendations: Book Recommendations: Introduction to Messianic Judaism David Stern - Jewish New Testament Commentary Case for the Resurrection in Jesus Music: https://bensound.com | |||
| 31 Oct 2022 | Did Jesus Declare All Foods Clean? (Mark 7) | 00:36:02 | |
Did Jesus do away with the Jewish dietary laws? Many Christians point to Mark 7.15-19 to say that he did, which is understandable, considering the common translation of Mark 7.19, “Thus he [Jesus] declared all foods clean.” In this video, I present five reasons why it is implausible that Jesus eliminated the Jewish dietary laws and then offer a reading of Mark 7.15-19 that makes better sense of Jesus’s argument in its Jewish context. | |||
| 06 Jul 2020 | A Case for Messianic Judaism (Live at YMJA Virtual Messiah Conference 2020) | 00:54:50 | |
At the Young Messianic Jewish Alliance (YMJA) Virtual Messiah Conference 2020, we presented a case for Messianic Judaism! This involved sharing evidence for what we consider to be its three central claims: 3:24 - Yeshua (Jesus) is the Jewish Messiah 31:22 - Jewish followers of Yeshua have a covenantal responsibility to live as Jews (i.e. observe Torah) to preserve Israel’s distinct identity among the nations 47:27 - Participating in Jewish worship and ways of life is a legitimate option for Gentile followers of Yeshua (This event was recorded live on July 2, 2020) You can also watch on YouTube Follow us on Social Media: Support links: SubscribeStar (monthly supporters gain access to quarterly livestreams!) Resources: Here is the link to subscribe to Kesher: A Journal of Messianic Judaism - https://www.kesherjournal.com/ Article, “The Resurrection of Jesus: Another Jewish Perspective” will be published in the upcoming issue. Music: https://www.bensound.com A Case for Messianic Judaism | A Case for Messianic Judaism | |||
| 27 Oct 2020 | Did Paul Teach Against Torah in Acts 21? Responding to Rabbi Michael Skobac | 00:35:36 | |
Does Acts 21 confirm that Paul taught against Torah-observance for Jews? According to Rabbi Michael Skobac of Jews for Judaism, Acts 21 shows Paul's "real position" was that Jews should stop obeying the Torah. I walk through the whole account of Acts 21.17-26 to demonstrate that it says the exact opposite! Acts 21 shows that Paul was a Torah-observant Jew himself and taught other Jewish followers of Jesus to do the same. 00:00 - Introduction 1:26 - Rabbi Michael Skobac's Objection in Acts 21 2:38 - Responding to Rabbi Michael Skobac's Objection in Acts 21 12:05 - Was Paul just 'becoming a Jew to the Jews'? (1 Corinthians 9) 16:54 - Deeper Analysis of Acts 21.17-26 19:54 - What does 'zealous for the Law' mean? 23:20 - What is a Nazirite vow? 26:48 - How did the rumor about Paul in Acts 21 start? 32:10 - Summary and Conclusion Covenantal responsibility is as Rabbi Russ Resnik says, “to live as members of a people chosen by God and given in Scripture a unique set of instructions and obligations; to live in a way that contributes to the survival and destiny of the Jewish people.” You can also listen on our YouTube channel Follow us on Social Media: Support links: ________________________________ Full video where I get the clip of Rabbi Michael Skobac Dr. David Rudolph's website and book on 1 Corinthians 9 Dr. Mark Nanos's website _________________________________ Music: https://www.bensound.com | |||
| 01 Jul 2020 | Pursue Truth: A D'rash on Parsha Korach (Live at Congregation Sha'arei Shalom) | 00:21:32 | |
The foundational principle of our podcast is "pursuing truth is more important than merely proving your point." This is a recording of the d'rash we gave at Sha'arei Shalom on June 27, 2020. We explore how the rabbis saw this foundational Jewish principle in Parsha: Korach: "an argument for the sake of heaven" as opposed to "an argument not for the sake of heaven." We also share stories from our own lives on the effectiveness and beauty of putting this principle is in action. Follow us on Social Media: Support links: SubscribeStar (monthly supporters gain access to quarterly livestreams!) Music: https://www.bensound.com | |||
| 25 Jan 2021 | Is Jesus a Copy of Pagan gods? Testing the Logic | Part 1 | 00:10:13 | |
One of the primary arguments a prominent Jewish counter-missionary gave us for why we should leave Messianic Judaism is that Jesus was a copy of pagan myths and never existed as a historical figure. In this episode, we show why his argument suffers from a logical fallacy, and even if this argument were true and sound, it would mean that one of Judaism’s greatest heroes never existed. It’s a weak argument, and we as Messianic Jews should not be bothered by it. Support links: Translations: Talmud: https://www.sefaria.org/texts/Talmud New Testament: ESV Recommended videos: Dr. Mike Licona, “Did the Early Christians BORROW from Pagan Myths?” Inspiring Philosophy, “Was Jesus a copycat Savior?” Whaddo You Meme?? "Was Christianity Copied From Pagan Myth? (Mary Jo Sharp)" Mike Winger, “Jesus Wasn’t a Pagan God: Debunking Zeitgeist and Religulous” Podcast episode: Capturing Christianity, Featuring Mary Jo Sharp _________________________________ Music: https://www.bensound.com | |||
| 29 Apr 2022 | Passover and the Resurrection of Jesus: A Response to Rabbi Michael Skobac | 00:23:11 | |
In Deuteronomy 13, we learn that false prophets can perform miracles. From this point, counter-missionary, Rabbi Michael Skobac reasons: “miracles don’t prove anything.” If he is right, then Jesus’s resurrection does not prove he is the Messiah. But is Rabbi Skobac right? In this video, I argue that when we understand Deuteronomy 13 in light of Passover and with the help of Maimonides, we see that contrary to what Rabbi Skobac says about it, Deuteronomy 13 is actually the foundation for why Jesus’s resurrection would be evidence that he is the Messiah! You can also watch on our YouTube channel Follow us on Social Media: If you are looking for a way to support us and our work, you can become a monthly supporter on Subscribestar We also have: PayPal ___________________________ | |||
| 15 Jul 2022 | Did Jesus End God’s Covenant with Israel? | Live at MJAA Messiah Conference 2022 | 00:54:59 | |
At the Messianic Jewish Alliance of America (MJAA) Messiah Conference 2022, Jonathan gave a presentation responding to arguments for replacement theology put forth in Pastor Andy Stanley’s book, Irresistible: Reclaiming the New that Jesus Unleashed for the World. _________________________________________ If you are looking for a way to support us and gain early access to our content, you can become a monthly supporter on Subscribestar _________________________________________ Works cited: Anders Runesson, Divine Wrath and Salvation in Mathew: The Narrative World of the First Gospel (Minneapolis: Fortress Press, 2016). Craig S. Keener, The Gospel of Matthew: A Socio-Rhetorical Commentary (Grand Rapids: Eerdmans, 2009). Daniel Boyarin, “Semantic Differences; or ‘Judaism’/‘Christianity’.” in The Ways that Never Parted: Jews and Christians in Late Antiquity and the Early Middle Ages, eds. Annette Yokisho Reed and Adam H. Becker, (Minneapolis: Fortress Press, 2007), 65-85. David J. Rudolph, A Jew to the Jews: Jewish Contours of Pauline Flexibility in 1 Corinthians 9.19-23, WUNT 2/304 (Tübingen: Mohr Siebeck, 2011). Geza Vermes, “Redemption and Genesis XXII – the Binding of Isaac and the Sacrifice of Jesus,” in Scripture and Tradition in Judaism (Leiden: Brill, 1961). Helen K. Bond, The Historical Jesus: A Guide for the Perplexed (London: T & T Clark, 2012). Matthew Thiessen, "Abolishers of the Law in Early Judaism and Matthew 5,17-20," Biblica 93, no. 4 (2012): 543-56. Nicholas Schaser interview – “I Did Not Come to Abolish but to Fulfill” Shaye J. D. Cohen, From the Maccabees to the Mishnah, 2nd ed. (Louisville: Westminster John Knox Press, 2006). Ulrich Luz, Matthew 1-7: A Commentary (Minneapolis: Fortress Press, 2007). _________________________________________ Music: https://www.bensound.com | |||
| 14 Jul 2023 | Reaching Our People Panel at Messianic Conference 2023 | 00:13:42 | |
At the MJAA Messiah Conference, Erik presented on a panel entitled, "Reaching Our People" with David Brickner, Janet Forman, and Chantel Winograd. Erik shared stories of how he has shared the gospel with young people who care about truth and those who don't. He finishes his speech by sharing an important way the Messianic Jewish community can not only reach our people, but keep our people. Enjoy! ______________________ You can watch more on our YouTube channel Follow us on Social Media: If you are looking for a way to support us and gain early access to our content, you can become a monthly supporter on Subscribestar We also have PayPal ______________________ Music: https://www.bensound.com | |||
| 24 Sep 2023 | Was Jesus Like Jonah? A Yom Kippur D'rash | 00:11:04 | |
What similarities and differences can we notice when comparing the story of Jonah with Jesus calming the storm in Matthew 8? How does making this comparison show that Jesus was recognized as the Messiah? Join us for this Yom Kippur D'rash! Jonah 1:1-6 (1) And the word of the Lord came to Jonah, the son of Amittai, saying, (2) “Get up and go[1] to the great city of Ninevah and cry out against it, for their wickedness has come up before Me.” (3) But Jonah got up to flee to Tarshish from the presence of the Lord and he went down to Joppa and found a ship going to Tarshish and he paid his fare and went down into it to go with them to Tarshish, [away][2] from the presence of the Lord. (4) And the Lord hurled a great wind on the sea and there was a great storm on the sea, and the ship was at risk[3] to break into pieces. (5) And the sailors were afraid, and each man cried out to his god and they threw the cargo that was in the ship into the sea to lighten the load from upon them[4] and Jonah went down to the innermost parts[5] of the ship and he laid down and fell into a deep sleep. (6) And the captain came to him and said to him, “What are you doing sleeping? Get up! Call on your god! Perhaps your god will give a thought to us so that we do not perish.” 1 NIV and NRSV translate קוּם לֵךְ as “Go at once” and this could be translated as ‘Arise’ (BDB, 877). But I chose ‘Get up and go’ to contrast the prophetic call more clearly with the ironic remarks of Jonah ‘going down’ to Tarshish (1:3), into the ship (1:3, 5) in his disobedience. 2 I chose to insert “away” to draw out the movement of the ship going the opposite direction the Lord called Jonah to go. 3 BDB recommends translating הָאֳנִיָה חִשְּׁבָה לְּׁהִשָבֵֵֽר as “the ship was about to (minded to) be broken up” (363). Considering חִשְּׁבָה is in the piel, and thus intensive, I said “at risk” because it communicates the high stakes of the moment more effectively. NET notes that this would be translated literally as “the ship considered breaking up” but considering it is an idiom, I translated it to communicate its meaning, rather than word for word. 4 NIV translates לְּׁהָקֵל מֵֵֽעֲלֵיהֶם as “to lighten the ship.” I wanted to bring out more fully the sense of מֵֵֽעֲלֵיהֶם so I followed BDB which recommends, “make light from upon one” (886). 5 NIV translates יָרַד אֶל־יַרְּׁכְּׁתֵי הַסְּׁפִינָה as “had gone below deck” and NRSV translates it as “had gone into the hold of the ship.” I chose the more literal “went down to the innermost parts” because, once again, it emphasizes the movement downwards/away from Jonah’s call to “get up and go” (1:2). I think reminding the reader of this theme is more crucial to the message of Jonah than accurately describing the ship. ______________________ You can also watch on our YouTube channel Follow us on Social Media: If you are looking for a way to support us and gain early access to our content, you can become a monthly supporter on Subscribestar We also have PayPal ______________________ Music: https://www.bensound.com | |||
| 31 Jan 2022 | What is a Messianic Jew? | 00:16:10 | |
What do Messianic Jews believe? How do Messianic Jews live and worship? Join us on Two Messianic Jews as we share with you the definition of a Messianic Jew, the core beliefs of the Messianic Jewish community, and the common ways Messianic Jews live and worship. In the end, I share how we view ourselves within the Jewish community and within the Body of Messiah. 00:00 - Definition of 'Messianic Jew' You can also watch on our YouTube channel Follow us on Social Media: If you are looking for a way to support us and our work, you can become a monthly supporter on Subscribestar We also have: -------------- Bibliography: David Rudolph, "Messianic Judaism in Antiquity and in the Modern Era," in Introduction to Messianic Judaism: Its Ecclesial Context and Biblical Foundations, 21-36. Music: https://www.bensound.com | |||
| 15 Dec 2021 | Is Christmas Pagan? with InspiringPhilosophy | 00:56:22 | |
While Christmas is not part of the Messianic Jewish calendar we affirm the Church's celebration of this tradition as a wonderful way to celebrate the birth and incarnation of the Messiah. There are many Hebrew Roots channels that argue Christmas is steeped in paganism and that the Church should not celebrate the holiday. For this episode, we are joined by Michael Jones of Inspiring Philosophy--a channel that has had a lot of influence on us--and he shares with us his research that Christmas does not have pagan roots and even if it did, it wouldn't matter. Enjoy! ____________________ 1:41 – What was your position before doing this research? 3:14 – What primary and secondary sources are most relevant to this discussion? 6:09 – How does the anti-Christmas crowd use the term “pagan”? 6:52 – Does Jeremiah 10.2-4 condemn Christmas trees? 9:52 – Does Isaiah 44.14-15 condemn Christmas trees? 10:42 – Does Jeremiah 3.13 condemn gifts under the tree? 12:10 – If the anti-Christmas logic holds, what other things should we give up because they are apparently pagan? 14:35 – What if Christmas does have pagan roots? Is abandoning it the right response? 15:50 – What do you think causes the anti-Christmas crowd to take such a dramatic leap in logic? 16:53 – What is the origin of the myth that Christmas is pagan? 18:10 – When did Protestants come to accept Christmas as their own and why was it deemed ok? 19:26 – What are your thoughts on Protestant leader, Charles Spurgeon’s view of Christmas? 22:45 – Was Saturnalia celebrated on December 25? 23:58 – Was Sol Invictus celebrated on December 25? 25:44 – Did Jewish festivals take place on pagan holidays? 27:26 – Were any pagan holidays celebrated on December 25? 28:23 – Why was December 25 chosen by the Church? 29:38 – Do you think Jesus was born on December 25? 32:15 – When did the Christmas tree become part of Christmas celebrations? 34:35 – Is kneeling before a Christmas tree like pagan worship? 38:15 – Is singing the carol, “O Christmas Tree” tantamount to pagan worship? 39:11 – Do you have issues with the Santa Clause practice? 40:36 – Is Santa Clause derived from pagan gods? 45:40 – What do you think of Monte Judah’s view that Christmas is idolatry? 48:03 – Do wreaths come from paganism? 49:47 – What are your thoughts on 119 Ministries' documentary, “The Christmas Question”? 55:09 – Closing You can also watch on our YouTube channel Follow us on Social Media: If you are looking for a way to support us and our work, you can become a monthly supporter on Subscribestar We also have: | |||
| 21 Mar 2024 | The Shema in the New Testament | 00:35:09 | |
The Shema is central to the New Testament. Jesus says the Shema is the most important commandment and uses the Shema to make claims about his identity. He also wears ritual objects associated with the Shema, like tzitzit. The Shema is also central to Paul's theology about the community of Messiah and it was used in early liturgy of the Jesus-following community. For more on this topic: Lori Baron, The Shema in John's Gospel Erik Waaler, The Shema and the First Commandment in First Corinthians Richard Bauckham, “The Shema and 1 Corinthians 8:6 Again,” in One God, One People, One Future: Essays in Honor of N.T. Wright Brury Eko Saputra, The Shema and John 10: The Importance of the Shema Framework in Understanding the Oneness Language in John 10 Joel Marcus, “Authority to Forgive Sins Upon the Earth: The Shema in the Gospel of Mark,” in The Gospels and the Scriptures of Israel ______________________ You can also watch on our YouTube channel Follow us on Social Media: If you are looking for a way to support us and gain early access to our content, you can become a monthly supporter on Subscribestar We also have PayPal ______________________ Music: https://www.bensound.com | |||
| 24 Jun 2020 | What is Messianic Judaism? A Brief History of the Messianic Jewish Alliance of America | 00:44:12 | |
Do you ever find it difficult to explain what Messianic Judaism is? Have you ever wondered about the history of modern Messianic Judaism? Are you frequently asked, “So aren’t you a Christian?” These are the crucial questions we discuss in this video! 0:00 - Introduction 5:11 - Definitions of “Messianic Judaism” by Messianic organizations 9:58 - Definitions by Messianic Jewish scholars 11:32 - Definitions by Social Media followers 14:38 - Definitions of a “Messianic Jew” by Messianic Jewish scholars 22:06 - Why is there such a diversity of opinion for what “Messianic Jew” means? 24:05 - The history of modern Messianic Judaism 36:12 - Why do we call ourselves Messianic Jews rather than Christians? 40:58 - The definitions of "Messianic Jew" and "Messianic Judaism" we currently hold to A pdf of key quotations from the episode You can also listen on our YouTube channel Follow us on Social Media: Support links: Music: https://www.bensound.com | |||
| 24 Jul 2020 | Does the Resurrection Prove Jesus is the Messiah? A Jewish Response to a Jewish Objection | 00:40:49 | |
Can an Orthodox Jew believe that Jesus rose from the dead? Even if this event happened, does Deuteronomy 13 show that this would just be God testing Israel? Do miracles prove anything? These are the kinds of questions addressed in this video. We present Jewish responses to Jesus's resurrection from Orthodox rabbis, counter-missionaries, and even Ben Shapiro. We give our own Jewish response to this epic event. 1:04 - Objection: God raised Jesus from the dead, but that does not mean he is the Messiah 7:26 - God raised Jesus from the dead to show Israel that Jesus is the Messiah 29:26 - Objection: Even if God resurrected Jesus, it would just be to test Israel 33:47 - Objection: A Messiah who frees Israel from the responsibility to follow the Torah is not the Messiah 37:08 - Objection: Jesus is not the Messiah because he did not fulfill all the messianic prophecies when he arrived 39:04 - Conclusion You can also listen on our YouTube channel Follow us on Social Media: Support links: Resources:
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| 29 Oct 2024 | The Council of Nicaea was (Mostly) a Good Thing | 01:05:29 | |
We dispel common myths about the Council of Nicaea and express gratitude for the Church successfully defending the deity of Yeshua in the face of a very influential heretic named Arian. We also talk about the decision to disconnect Easter and Passover (which I think is okay!). 00:00 - Introduction 3:15 - What did NOT happen at the Council of Nicaea 5:42 - Historical Context of the Council of Nicaea 7:39 - Who was Emperor Constantine? 12:43 - About the Council of Nicaea 17:00 - The Council Disconnecting Passover and Easter 31:22 - Who was Arius? 34:12 - Arguing with Arius 42:12 - The Nicene Creed 46:50 - A Messianic Jewish take on the Nicene Creed 49:20 - What is the Trinity? 57:18 - The Beauty of the Nicene Creed and the Shema; The Church and Messianic Judaism 1:04:25 - We should appreciate the Church You can also watch on our YouTube Channel Follow us on Social Media: Instagram If you are looking for a way to support us and gain early access to our content, you can become a monthly supporter on Subscribestar | |||
| 09 Jul 2020 | 12 Guidelines for Tough Conversations: Abridged (Live at Congregation Sha'arei Shalom) | 00:19:54 | |
This is the abridged version of our 12 guidelines for tough conversations we presented live at Sha'arei Shalom on July 4, 2020. Here is the list: 1. Pursuing truth is a greater goal than merely proving your point. 2. “Assume that the person you are listening to knows something you don't." - Dr. Jordan Peterson 3. Seek to understand before being understood. 4. Understand that feeling uncomfortable is often a good sign. 5. Know that you can passionately hold to an opinion while still listening, understanding, and being open to the contrary. 6. Do not assume anything about your conversation partner’s moral character or intellectual position based on hearsay or stereotypes. Listen to the individual, it's nearly guaranteed they do not fully live up to their stereotype. 7. Recognize that everyone has biases and pointing out their bias does not make them wrong. 8. Remember that talking is thinking. 9. Understand how easy it is to be wrong. 10. Know that admitting you are wrong is not a display of weakness, but of courage. 11. State what you believe as precisely as possible. 12. Communicate what you believe to be true in love. Original video - 12 Guidelines for Tough Conversations: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fJU2s... Follow us on Social Media: Support links: SubscribeStar (monthly supporters gain access to quarterly livestreams!) Music: https://www.bensound.com 12 Guidelines for Tough Conversations: Abridged | |||
| 07 Sep 2020 | What Did Paul Say About Jesus? Responding to Rabbi Michael Skobac | 00:25:54 | |
Rabbi Michael Skobac claims Paul did not mention "literally anything whatsoever" about the life and teachings of Jesus. If true, this casts doubt on whether Paul knew anything about Jesus's life and teachings. For some (not Rabbi Skobac), they make this claim to support an argument that Jesus did not exist! We explore Paul's letters to show that Paul does mention Jesus's life and frequently echoes, alludes to, and even quotes Jesus's teachings.
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| 24 Jun 2021 | Was Jesus a White Racist? A Messianic Jewish Response to Brandan Robertson and Miguel De La Torre | 00:33:18 | |
Earlier this year, Reverend Brandan Robertson came out with a Tik Tok video claiming that Jesus was a racist. In a later YouTube video with Dr. Miguel De La Torre, he elaborates that Jesus inherited his racism from his Jewish community. De La Torre makes these same claims in this video and in his sermon, “Was Jesus a Racist?” Their teaching is not just historically and exegetically wrong; it fuels anti-Semitism, which is unfortunately on the rise today. This is my response. | |||
| 01 Nov 2021 | Does Colossians Teach Against Jewish Practices? (Colossians 2:16-17) | 00:29:21 | |
Many Christians read Colossians 2.16-17 as validation that the Torah is obsolete, specifically the observance of Shabbat, Jewish festivals, and kosher laws. But is this Paul’s point? I don’t think so. In this video, I explain why through a careful analysis of the Greek text in its literary and historical context. I argue that Paul is exhorting the Colossians to not let ascetic critics who emphasize self-denial judge them for eating and drinking, celebrating Shabbat and Jewish festivals instead of fasting and afflicting themselves. He is telling the Colossians to not consider the judgment from the critics, but instead, they should consider the Messiah’s body, keeping their minds focused on Jesus and what he did for them. To translate the text, I rely on much of the arguments and translation decisions from Brian Allen’s article, “Removing an Arrow from the Supersessionist Quiver: A Post-Supersessionist Reading of Colossians 2.16-17,” Journal for the Study of Paul and His Letters 8 (2018) 127-146. Troy Martin, “But Let Everyone Discern the Body of Christ (Col 2.17),” JBL 114 (1995): 249–55. Susannah Heschel, Introduction, in Abraham Joshua Heschel, The Sabbath (New York: Farrar Straus Giroux, 2005), vii-xvi. Daniel T. Lancaster, From Sabbath to Sabbath (Marshfield, MO: First Fruits of Zion, 2016). David H. Stern, Jewish New Testament Commentary (Clarksville, MD: Jewish New Testament Publications, 1996). Sang-Won Aaron Son, “τὸ δὲ σῶμα τοῦ Χριστοῦ in Colossians 2.17,” in History and Exegesis: New Testament Essays in Honor of Dr. E. Earle Ellis for His Eightieth Birthday, ed. Sang-Won Aaron Son (New York: T&T Clark, 2006), 222–38. Shaye J. D. Cohen, The Beginnings of Jewishness: Boundaries, Varieties, Uncertainties (Berkley: University of California Press, 1999). _________________________________________ Music: https://www.bensound.com | |||
| 23 Mar 2025 | Tour of a NEW Messianic Jewish Haggadah | 00:29:45 | |
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| 03 Sep 2020 | 200 YouTube Subscribers! Future Plans and How to Support | 00:08:00 | |
We are thrilled to reach 200 YouTube subscribers! Thank you to those who have subscribed! This channel started during the summer and it is amazing to see the impact that it is having. Check out the video to hear some exciting updates! 0:00 – Thank you! 0:39 - Feedback we have received 1:46 – How you can support us 2:19 – Plans for the future 4:05 – Who can benefit from this channel? 5:09 – We want to hear your feedback! 7:02 - Conclusion You can also listen on our YouTube channel Follow us on Social Media: Support links: SubscribeStar (monthly supporters gain access to quarterly livestreams!) Music: https://www.bensound.com | |||
| 21 Jul 2023 | Jesus Did NOT Declare All Foods Clean | Messiah Conference 2023 | 00:31:17 | |
At the Messianic Jewish Alliance of America (MJAA) Messiah Conference 2023, Jonathan gave a presentation addressing the standard interpretation of Mark 7.15–19. He presents three reasons why it is implausible that Jesus abrogated Israel's dietary laws and then offers a reading of the text that makes better sense of Jesus's argument in its Jewish context. Special thanks to Dr. Logan Williams for sharing his research with us on Mark 7.18–19 for this presentation! Dr. Williams won the 2022 Paul J. Achtemeier Award for New Testament scholarship for this paper and it will be published as an article in the peer-reviewed journal, New Testament Studies. ___________________________ You can also listen on our podcast: https://anchor.fm/two-messianic-jews Follow us on Social Media: Facebook Instagram If you are looking for a way to support us and gain early access to our content, you can become a monthly supporter here: We also have: PayPal ___________________________ Works cited: Daniel Boyarin, “Mark 7:1-23 – Finally,” in Taylor G. Petrey, et al., eds., Re-Making the World: Christianity and Categories – Essays in Honor of Karen L. King (Tübingen: Mohr Siebeck, 2019), 19–34. David Rudolph, "Jesus and the Food Laws: A Reassessment of Mark 7:19b," Evangelical Quarterly, 74 (2002): 291–311. Jodi Magness, “What’s the Poop on Ancient Toilets and Toilet Habits?”, Near Eastern Archaeology 75 (2012): 80–87. Jonathan Klawans, Impurity and Sin in Ancient Judaism (New York: Oxford University Press, 2000). Logan Williams, "The Stomach Purifies All Foods: Jesus’ Anatomical Argument in Mark 7.18–19." Society of Biblical Literature Annual Meeting. Denver, CO. November 2022. Matthew Thiessen, Jesus and the Forces of Death: The Gospels' Portrayal of Ritual Impurity Within First-Century Judaism (Grand Rapids: Baker Academic, 2020), 187–195. Shlomo Naeh, "Jesus, the Pharisees, and the Oral Torah", Te’udah 31 (2021): 229–248. Yair Furstenberg, “Defilement Penetrating the Body: A New Understanding of Contamination in Mark 7.15,” NTS 54 (2008): 176–200 ______________________ Music: https://www.bensound.com | |||
| 26 Jul 2021 | Why was the Temple destroyed? Should Jewish Believers follow Jewish tradition? [Subscribestar Mailbag!] | 01:06:41 | |
Thank you All-Stars for your support and your questions! If you want to become an All-Star and submit questions for the mailbag episodes, follow this link and subscribe at any tier for early access to content and the ability to ask questions for the mailbags! For these mailbag episodes, we want to feel the freedom to give experimental answers and test out ideas that may become future "lecture-style" videos. Because of this, we would especially like to hear your feedback! If you disagree, have anything to add, or want to pitch us to make a fuller treatment of a topic, please let us know! You can message us at twomessianicjews@gmail.com. Become an All-Star on Subscribestar! https://www.subscribestar.com/two-messianic-jews 00:00 - Introduction to the Mailbag | |||
| 24 Dec 2024 | Christians Are Correcting Replacement Theology | 01:00:58 | |
What if I told you that many major Christian denominations have formally denounced replacement theology? What if I told you there is a brand new version of replacement theology that is taking over the internet? Find out more listening to this presentation about replacement theology and one law theology! 00:00 Introduction 00:55 What is replacement theology? 3:34 What is post-supersessionist theology? 6:30 How to interpret the bible as a post-supersessionist 9:49 Three Kinds of Replacement Theology 10:45 What is punitive supersessionism? 27:50 What is economic supersessionism? 34:12 Neither Jew or gentile... Galatians 3:2835:35 Who is the 'Israel of God' in Galatians 6:16? 41:45 Things Replacement Theologians Say 43:35 One Law Theology/Hebrew Roots is Replacement Theology 48:12 Things One Law/Hebrew Roots People Say 50:00 Not all the Torah is for Everyone 50:53 Erasure of Gentile Identity 54:40 Christians are Correcting Replacement Theology You can also watch on our YouTube Channel Follow us on Social Media: Instagram If you are looking for a way to support us and gain early access to our content, you can become a monthly supporter on Subscribestar | |||
| 28 Jun 2024 | Romans Road to Messianic Judaism | 00:21:02 | |
We walk through Romans to see why the Messianic Jewish community has come to exist and what our purpose is as a community. We focus on texts in Romans 1, 3, 9, 11, and 15. We have come to exist because: 00:00 - Introduction 00:38 - The Good News: Yeshua is the Jewish Messiah 2:12 - The Good News is for Jewish People 3:25 - Unity and Distinction Within the Body of Messiah 10:30 - Unity and Distinction Within Israel 17:55 - Messianic Jewish Community: A Double Witness You can also watch on our YouTube Channel Follow us on Social Media: If you are looking for a way to support us and gain early access to our content, you can become a monthly supporter on Subscribestar We also have PayPal ______________________ Music: https://www.bensound.com | |||
| 29 Jul 2021 | Did Jesus Say Anything New? With Rabbi Matt Rosenberg | 00:53:35 | |
Many people believe that Jesus came to replace Judaism and its Torah with something brand new. His teachings then stand in stark conflict with his Jewish contemporaries. Rabbi Matt Rosenberg essentially says, “I beg to differ” in his newly released book, Jesus Never Said Anything New. In this interview, he tackles this important subject that affects how Jews and Christians understand Jesus and live out his teachings today. Enjoy! | |||
| 15 Feb 2021 | Is Jesus a Copy of Pagan gods? Testing the Sources | Part 2 | 00:17:34 | |
One of the primary arguments a prominent Jewish counter-missionary gave us for why we should leave Messianic Judaism is that Jesus was a copy of pagan myths and never existed as a historical figure. In this second video of the three-part series, we go directly to the primary sources. Long story short, this counter-missionary is wrong about the parallels between Jesus and Osiris and Dionysus. You can also listen on our YouTube Channel Follow us on Social Media: Support links: Translations: New Testament: ESV 2 Maccabees: NRSV Sibylline Oracles: George W. E. Nickelsburg, Jr., Resurrection, Immortality, and Eternal Life in Intertestamental Judaism, Harvard Theological Studies 26 (Cambridge: Harvard University Press, 1972), 94. Plutarch, Isis and Osiris: https://penelope.uchicago.edu/Thayer/E/Roman/Texts/Plutarch/Moralia/Isis_and_Osiris*/A.html Recommended videos: Dr. Mike Licona, “Did the Early Christians BORROW from Pagan Myths?” Inspiring Philosophy, “Was Jesus a copycat Savior?” Whaddo You Meme?? "Was Christianity Copied From Pagan Myth? (Mary Jo Sharp)" Mike Winger, “Jesus Wasn’t a Pagan God: Debunking Zeitgeist and Religulous” Podcast episode: Capturing Christianity, Featuring Mary Jo Sharp _________________________________ Music: https://www.bensound.com | |||
| 25 May 2021 | Does a Divine Messiah Fit Within Judaism? Messianic Jewish and Traditional Jewish Scholars Discuss | 00:50:44 | |
Traditional Jewish scholar, Dr. Zev Garber and Messianic Jewish scholar, Dr. Mark Kinzer participate in a discussion on whether a divine Messiah fits within Judaism and how Messianic Judaism's view of Jesus's incarnation affects its relationship to the broader Jewish world. This discussion took place at the 2020 Society of Biblical Literature Annual Meeting to interact with the ideas presented in Dr. Kenneth Hanson’s and Dr. Zev Garber’s book, Judaism and Jesus, a book analyzing the historical Jesus and Messianic Judaism. 00:00 - Introduction 1:43 - Dr. Mark Kinzer 22:26 - Dr. Zev Garber 50:04 - Outro You can also listen on our YouTube Channel Follow us on Social Media: Support links: Judaism and Jesus - https://www.amazon.com/Judaism-Jesus-Kenneth-Hanson-Garber/dp/1527555259 Dr. Mark Kinzer is Senior Scholar and President Emeritus of Messianic Jewish Theological Institute, a graduate school preparing leaders for service in the Messianic Jewish movement. Dr. Kinzer received his PhD in Near Eastern Studies from the University of Michigan (1995), and his rabbinical ordination from the Union of Messianic Jewish Congregations (2001). He is author of Jerusalem Crucified, Jerusalem Risen: The Resurrected Messiah, the Jewish People, and the Land of Promise (Cascade, 2018), Postmissionary Messianic Judaism: Redefining Christian Engagement with the Jewish People (Brazos, 2005), Israel’s Messiah and the People of God: A Vision for Messianic Jewish Covenant Fidelity (Cascade, 2011), and Searching Her Own Mystery: Nostra Aetate, the Jewish People, and the Identity of the Church (Cascade, 2015). Dr. Kinzer has served on the Theology Committee of the Union of Messianic Jewish Congregations (UMJC) since 1996, and was a member of the subcommittees which drafted the UMJC’s Defining Messianic Judaism document (2005) and the revised UMJC Statement of Faith (2012). From: https://www.markkinzer.com/bio Zev Garber is Professor Emeritus and Chair of Jewish Studies at Los Angeles Valley College and has served as Visiting Professor in Religious Studies at the University of California at Riverside and as President of the National Association of Professors of Hebrew (NAPH). Author of many academic articles and reviews, his book publications include Methodology in the Academic Teaching of Judaism (1986), Methodology in the Academic Teaching of the Holocaust (1988), Teaching Hebrew Language and Literature at the College Level (1991), Shoah: the Paradigmatic Genocide (1994), Perspectives on Zionism (1994), Peace, In Deed: Essays in Honor of Harry James Cargas (1998), Academic Approaches to Teaching Jewish Studies (2000), and Double Takes: Thinking and Rethinking Issues of Modern Judaism in Ancient Contexts (with Bruce Zuckerman, 2004), Shoah and Israeli Writing (2005), and The Impact of the Shoah in America and in Jewish American Life, Casden Annual, vol.6, USC ( 2008). From: https://lavc.edu/Philosophy/Zev_Garber.html _________________________ Music: https://www.bensound.com | |||
| 12 Aug 2021 | Did Jesus Replace Judaism? A Response to Andy Stanley | 00:52:25 | |
Did Jesus oppose Judaism and come to replace it with his brand-new religion of Christianity? Was ancient Judaism a legalistic religion of works-righteousness? Did Jesus make the Law obsolete? Many people assume the answer to all these questions is yes. But is that true? In this video, we tackle these questions, building the case that the way Jesus teaches, lives, and debates situates him within Second Temple Judaism. Pastor Andy Stanley precisely articulates the way many Christians answer the questions above. So, in this video, we interact with some of the points he makes in his book, Irresistible: Reclaiming the New that Jesus Unleashed for the World. | |||
| 15 Mar 2021 | Is Jesus a Copy of Pagan gods? The Historical Odds | Part 3 | 00:16:11 | |
One of the primary arguments a prominent Jewish counter-missionary gave us for why we should leave Messianic Judaism is that Jesus was a copy of pagan myths and never existed as a historical figure. In this final video of the three-part series, we show why this argument is historically implausible based on what our sources tell us about first-century Jewish views of paganism and the fact that the early Jesus movement was a sect within Judaism. You can also listen on our YouTube Channel Follow us on Social Media: Support links: Translations: The Wisdom of Solomon – NRSV 1 Maccabees – NRSV Tacitus, Histories – https://penelope.uchicago.edu/Thayer/E/Roman/Texts/Tacitus/Histories/5A*.html Josephus, Antiquities of the Jews – William Whiston (1987) Recommended videos: Is Jesus a Copy of Pagan gods? Testing the Logic | Part 1 Jesus a Copy of Pagan gods? Testing the Sources | Part 2 Did Paul Teach Against Torah in Acts 21? Responding to Rabbi Michael Skobac Dr. Mike Licona, “Did the Early Christians BORROW from Pagan Myths?” Inspiring Philosophy, “Was Jesus a copycat Savior?” Whaddo You Meme?? "Was Christianity Copied From Pagan Myth? (Mary Jo Sharp)" Mike Winger, “Jesus Wasn’t a Pagan God: Debunking Zeitgeist and Religulous” Podcast episode: Capturing Christianity, Featuring Mary Jo Sharp _________________________________ Music: https://www.bensound.com | |||
| 19 Sep 2022 | Hebrew Roots Are WRONG About Acts 15 | 00:08:25 | |
Are non-Jews expected to become Torah-observant? Is this what the Jerusalem Council of Acts 15 teaches? Many Hebrew Roots and One Law teachers read the Jerusalem Council as a decision to give non-Jewish Jesus-followers a Torah "starter pack" and expect them to become more and more observant as they learn the Torah in the synagogue each Shabbat. Is this the best way to read Acts 15? We don't think so. You can also watch on our YouTube channel Follow us on Social Media: _________________________________________ If you are looking for a way to support us and gain early access to our content, you can become a monthly supporter on Subscribestar We also have PayPal | |||