First Century Christianity

In this Independence Day message, we reflect on the reverence due to the national anthem, the sacrifices made for American freedom, and the historical events that led to the Declaration of Independence. From the First and Second Continental Congresses to the courageous men who signed the Declaration, this message reminds us that liberty came at great cost. It also points to the providence of God—Y...

In this Independence Day message, we reflect on the remarkable founding of the United States, the sacrifices of the signers of the Declaration of Independence, and the providence of Yahweh in the rise of this nation. From Columbus and Vespucci to the courage of the colonists, the Revolutionary War, George Washington’s leadership, and the biblical questions surrounding government, authority, and re...

Long version available here https://open.spotify.com/episode/0jRaco7QIfNS7tYP2o6Ui7?si=8kaHUcRjT1i36iOdd6X57g Many people use the thief on the cross to argue that baptism is not necessary—but is that really what Scripture teaches? In this message, I challenge the popular “faith alone” objection to baptism and explain why Jesus Himself was baptized as our example. Baptism is not an optional religio...

Many people point to the thief on the cross to argue that baptism is not necessary—but is that really the lesson Scripture is teaching? In this message, we examine Luke 23, John 5, and Revelation 20 to show why repentance, baptism, and walking as Yeshua walked remain essential for believers today. The thief on the cross was an extraordinary last-hour situation, not the pattern for those who have t...

Most of Christianity gets salvation by works totally wrong.

Visitors from Europe and around the world are coming to America and being amazed by everyday things many of us take for granted—ranch dressing, free chips and salsa, Whataburger, Waffle House, Longhorn Steakhouse, and American hospitality. Their reactions are a powerful reminder to count our blessings, question the negativity we consume from media and social media, and remember that America is sti...

Does the New Testament really teach that the Sabbath is for all mankind? In this video, we look at Yeshua’s words in Mark 2:27 — “The Sabbath was made for man” — and examine the meaning of the Greek word anthropos, showing that the Sabbath was made for mankind, not just for one group of people. We also connect this teaching back to creation in Genesis 1 and show how the Sabbath has always been par...

This sermon teaches that the seventh-day Sabbath is rooted in creation, established by God as a continuing sign for all mankind, and preserved through the biblical weekly cycle from Genesis to the future restoration described in Isaiah. It contrasts biblical Sabbath observance with man-made religious traditions, emphasizing that faith is shown through obedience, holy time, fellowship, rest, and li...

In this video, I reflect on the balance between emotion and truth in the life of a believer in Messiah. Drawing from observations about Christian and Jewish-based scholars, I talk about how emotionally driven faith can become unstable when challenged, while identity-rooted conviction tends to remain steady. My encouragement is simple: let emotion and logic work together in your faith, and do not l...

This sermon explores John 3:16–18 and the tension between faith, emotion, and obedience. It reflects on how believers often approach faith through doctrine and problem-solving, yet still face deep pain when betrayed by family, friends, or the world around them. Drawing from Genesis, Isaiah 53, Matthew 5, and the crucifixion of Yeshua, the message emphasizes that good works matter, our actions affe...

The Sabbath is sundown Friday to sundown Saturday and has been since creation. The Sabbath is the 7th day of the week and is not tied to moons or months. This is super easy to understand and sometimes doctrines need to be dismissed out of hand.

In this video, I respond to the recent controversy over the Department of Defense leaving the LDS Church off its list of Christian denominations. I explain why I believe members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints should be recognized as Christians in the broad sense of believing in Jesus as the Messiah, His sinless life, His sacrificial death, and His resurrection. I also make the...

The longer and more comprehensive version is available here https://open.spotify.com/episode/5LgxoPddzLrCQ8B4AeKRLI?si=1XMZca14SteNfvXOfF93Ag What is Genesis 6 really about? In this video, we explore an alternative biblical interpretation of one of the most debated passages in Scripture. Rather than focusing on the popular supernatural explanation, this teaching looks at Genesis 6 through the broa...

A deep dive into Genesis 6, the sons of God, the Nephilim, and the Book of Enoch. This video argues that Genesis 6 is about human rebellion, biblical context, and God’s relationship with mankind rather than fallen angels. Genesis 6, sons of God, Nephilim, Book of Enoch, Genesis 6 explained, sons of God in Genesis 6, Nephilim meaning, fallen angels, human rebellion, biblical interpretation, Noah, d...

Did Michael Heiser accidentally inspire cult-like behavior around his work? This video explores how readers of The Unseen Realm can ignore an author’s own words, especially around the divine council and the controversial idea of a Hebrew pantheon. It also explains the halo effect —why people overtrust voices they admire—and why clear thinking matters in theology, scholarship, and everyday life. Mi...

In Acts 2, most people focus on the miracle of languages and the outpouring of the Holy Spirit. But there is another miracle in this chapter that is often missed: when Peter confronts the crowd with their guilt in the death of Messiah, they do not deny it—they ask, “What shall we do?” This message explores the power of conviction, repentance, and a contrite heart, and why humility before God is es...

In this video, I explain why “Christ” is not Jesus’ last name, but a title meaning “anointed one” or Messiah. Using a simple and memorable example from The Princess Bride, I break down the meaning of the word Christ, its connection to the Hebrew idea of Messiah, and why Yeshua (Jesus) is called the Christ. I also touch on how the concept of anointing appears in Scripture, how others in biblical hi...

Is racism compatible with the Bible? In this video, we look at Acts 2, the day of Pentecost, the mixed multitude, and the message of Scripture to show that the Bible does not support racism—it condemns division and points all people to unity in Yeshua. This teaching explores Pentecost, Exodus, Jew and Gentile, and how God’s Word goes out to all nations and languages. The long version of this messa...

Did you know the day of Pentecost in Acts 2 was already a biblical holy day long before the events of the New Testament? In this video, I explain how Pentecost connects to the Feast of Weeks in Leviticus 23, why the apostles were gathered together, and how this changes our understanding of Acts 2, Torah, and the outpouring of the Holy Spirit. Like, share, and subscribe for more Bible teaching on A...

What really happened in Acts 2, and how does it connect to Shavuot (Pentecost), the Holy Spirit, and the deeper meaning of faith? In this message, we explore the powerful connection between Pentecost and the giving of the Spirit, the relationship between Shavuot and the Torah, and why Acts 2 is one of the most important chapters in the Bible. We look at the apostles’ transformation, the meaning of...

What is Pentecost, and how does it connect to Shavuot and Acts 2? In this YouTube Short, I explain how Pentecost was already a biblical holy day, why it matters in Leviticus 23, and how the coming of the Holy Spirit in Acts 2 adds even deeper meaning for believers in Yeshua the Messiah. Join us in Kansas City or online for Pentecost services streaming live at about 3 p.m. Central time. Pentecost,S...

Are you looking for a Sabbath-keeping church in Kansas City? At The Word and the Way, also known as 1st Century Christianity, we gather each Sabbath in North Kansas City, Missouri for fellowship, lunch, and worship services. https://firstcenturychristianity.net/join-us/ We are a congregation focused on the faith once delivered to the saints, including: keeping the Sabbath / Shabbat from Friday sun...

Were key Christian doctrines taught by the earliest believers, or were they later enforced through church councils? Explore the history behind Sabbath, holy days, December 25, and the shaping of institutional Christianity. Watch the full discussion and join the conversation below. Full message here https://open.spotify.com/episode/5wuwBdMyaON2MqBPSYGClC?si=fZA3tgGvSoK7khR2VtRu0Q did church council...

In this message, the speaker examines whether authority over worship, holy days, and doctrine belongs to God or to religious institutions. The discussion explores Sabbath versus Sunday, Passover versus Easter, the origins of Christmas, and the development of doctrines such as the Trinity, arguing for a return to Scripture as the foundation for faith and practice. Bible study, Scripture, Christiani...

Catholicism was the faith of my youth—but when I tested it, it failed. In this short, I explain why Roman Catholicism did not hold up doctrinally, why it failed to produce a clear shared worldview in my experience, and why I started questioning everything I had been taught. If you’ve ever wrestled with Catholic doctrine, church history, or the gap between belief and practice, this clip is for you....