Messiah in Life

In this episode we unpack the heart of Paul's theological argument concerning the gospel, faith, hearing, works, and Torah.  References: Galatians 3:1-29. 

Due to illness, enjoy this short episode, we will return to the Galatians study next week. The Lord said of Abraham, "Abraham my friend." Then, Yeshua/Jesus calls His disciples friends. What do we learn from this? References: Genesis 17:1; Isaiah 41:8; John 15. 

Paul's defense of the Gospel. In Galatians chapter 2, we consider the Paul's developing argument, his position, Paul and Peter's dispute, and the primacy of the Gospel.  References: Galatians 3:28-29; Galatians 3:6-9; Galatians chapter 2.  

Paul's defense of the Gospel. In Galatians chapter 1, we consider the Paul's opening argument, his position, and the historical background of this important epistle.  References: Galatians 3:28-29; Galatians 3:6-9; Galatians chapter 1. 

BONUS EPISODE Recorded for Messiah Congregation's Livestream Shabbat Service, this message looks at the relationship between shepherd, friend, companion in faith.  References: Psalm 23; John 10:11; John 15:12-15; Deuteronomy 31:8; Matthew 28:20; John 14:6. 

The Goal of the Torah: Messiah References: Romans 10:1-13; Jeremiah 31:31; Matthew 5:17-18; 

Paul and the Torah: Who was Paul, and what did he say about his life? In this episode of Messiah in Life, we consider Paul and the Torah. Reference: Acts 28:16-23; Philippians 3:3-11; Acts 22:3; Acts 23:6; Galatians 3:14; Acts 15; Acts 21:20-24; Romans 3:31; Romans 10:4. 

Messiah and the Torah: "I have not come to abolish, but to fulfill. What is Yeshua's relationship to the Torah?  References: John 1:1-5, 14; Psalm 107:20; 147:15; Isaiah 55:11; Genesis 1:27; Genesis 3:8; Genesis 15:6; Genesis 20:3; Exodus 14:31; Numbers 10:35-36; Isaiah 45:17; Hebrews 1:1-3; Matthew 5:17-20; Mark 7:1-14; John 7:19; Luke 24:44. 

The Torah of Purity In an age of impurity, does purity matter at all?  References: Psalm 24:3-5; 1 Corinthians 3:16-1; 2 Corinthians 6:14-7:1; Psalm 119:9; 1 Timothy 4:12; Galatians 5:19-21; Colossians 3:5; I Thessalonians 4:3-8; 1 John 1:9; Ephesians 5:25-27.  As always, thank you for listening! 

In this episode of Messiah in Life we consider the Torah of Ethics: “Be holy, for I the Lord your God am holy.” What does it mean to be “holy”? What does that look like? References: Leviticus 19:1-2; Matthew 7:12; Mark 7:17-23; Proverbs 3:18; James 2:14-17. 

In this episode the Torah of faith is discussed, from the response of Abraham to the gracious call of God, to its meaning for all those who are his sons and daughters in faith. Does the Torah teach faith? Give a listen.  References: Genesis 12:1-4; Exodus 24:10; Hebrews 11:1, 6. 

Drawing on a phrase from an old hymn, Justin speaks about the “mean estate” of Messiah, our own “mean estate,” the hope of the world. 

The Torah of Liberty. Is the Torah of God a form of bondage? How is it a mirror for us today?  References: Psalm 119:1-18, James 1:18-27. 

In this episode an overview of the types and shadows of Scripture pointing to Messiah Yeshua, Jesus is presented. How do we recognize and understand them? Did the apostles speak in terms of type and shadow?  Give a listen! 

How do we apply the Word of God to a life of discipleship? What about applying the Torah? How did the Jewish sages reimagine Jewish life apart from the Temple? How was messianic faith reimagined apart from the Temple and Jerusalem? We begin to consider these questions, as we dig deeper into applying the Bible to life, by faith in Messiah Yeshua/Jesus.  Opening Scripture: Psalm 1:1-2. 

Where the Lord set you, from there He will use you.  References: Nehemiah 1:3; 6; 2:4-5. 

What happens when failure finds us?  References: John 20:19, 21-22; Acts 17:6. 

An introduction to the Torah in the life of faith in Messiah Yeshua/Jesus. In this podcast we learn the Torah of Deuteronomy.   References: Deuteronomy 1:1; 6:4-12; Exodus 12:26-27; 13:8; Deuteronomy 34:6; Matthew 16:28-17:5; John 5:46-47.  The Discourses of Moses in Deuteronomy: 1 - Chapters 1:1-4:43 2 - Chapters 4:44-26:19 3 - Chapters 27:1-30:20 4 - Chapters 31:1-34:12

Mixing it all together! References: Romans 8:28-29; I Corinthians 1:2; Romans 8:31. 

An introduction to the Torah in the life of faith in Messiah Yeshua/Jesus. In this podcast we learn the Torah of Numbers.  References: Numbers 1:1-2; Numbers 13; Numbers 14:9, 34; Numbers 15:37-41; Romans 8:28-29; Numbers 16:41; Numbers 17:1-13. 

Psalm 46 is a beautiful poetic vision of the exalted Lord and His involvement in our daily circumstances.  References: Psalm 46; Genesis 2:1; Romans 8:28, 37. 

An introduction to the Torah in the life of faith in Messiah Yeshua/Jesus. In this podcast we learn the Torah of Leviticus.  References: Leviticus 1:1-2; I Peter 1:15-16; Matthew 5:48; Romans 12:1; Leviticus 9:1; Leviticus 22:27; Luke 2:12; 9:27-36; John 20:14-31; John 20:25; Leviticus 23. 

One word that means so much. Give a listen!

An introduction to the Torah in the life of faith in Messiah Yeshua/Jesus. In this podcast we learn the Torah of Exodus.  References: Exodus 1:1-4; Exodus 3:14; Exodus 12:1-18; Exodus 12:26-27; I Corinthians 5:7; John 1:29; Matthew 21:12; John 19:4; Mark 15:25; Mark 15:33-37; John 19:31-36; John 19:31. Exodus 15:22-27; Micah 6:8. 

Moses failed, but it wasn’t final. He died, but it wasn’t the end. Listen to his “well done” moment. References: Romans 14:23; Exodus 4:25; II Timothy 4:7; Matthew 17:1-8; Psalms 37:4; Matthew 3:7; John 15:4-11.