Messiah Matters

Show #564 - Mischaracterizing One Law Description In this episode, we address questions of canon and why Esther should be in our Bible. We also look at the idea the Torah is the bench mark of inspired Scripture. We then, once again, turn to the paper we have been going through by the IAMCS titled “One Law, Two Sticks.” We finally get into the portion of the paper where they attempt to...

Show #563 - Interview with David Wilber Description In this show, I sit down with David Wilber to talk about his new book Pseudo-Scripture. Should the books of 1 Enoch, Jubilees, and Jasher be part of the biblical Canon? Historically the answer has been “no,” but in modern times some, especially in the Hebrew Roots movement are taking a different view suggesting these books are, in fac...

Show #562 - Credal Exclusion Description In this episode, we first look at Acts 10 and Peter’s vision and discuss the various elements of this story. We then walk through Hebrews 8-9 to see if we can understand how the priesthood might fit into this narrative. Finally, we look at credal Christianity and the idea of drawing lines in the theological sand. When do we say a person’s belief...

Show #561 - Scholarship in Practice Description In this episode, we look at several emails that push against previous comments. We look at the Pentecostal movement and explore if it was fueled by experience or scholarship. Then we look at scholarship in general. Is biblical education necessary or should we rely on the Spirit? Finally, a look at the word “atonement” in the Bible and how...

Show #560 - What is the Hebrew Roots? Description In this episode, we look at several emails that have come in that shed light on what exactly the Hebrew Roots is as we attempt to understand the difference between the HR and the Messianic movement. We then turn to the One Law Two Sticks article by the IAMCS to look at some of the Hebrew Roots history. Time Stamps (for YouTube Video) • 2:44 Start •...

Show #559 - Practice or Belief? Description In this episode, we look at an email where someone defines “Messianic Judaism” as a practice except for one theological belief, it has to be anti-one law. We discuss why this is a problem and how the big groups in the Messianic movement can’t even agree with each other on the definition. Then we turn to the the IAMCS paper, Two Sticks O...

Show #558 - History of the Hebrew Roots Description In this episode, we continue our look at the IAMCS steering comity paper, “One Law, Two Sticks.” In this section of the paper, they look at the history of the Hebrew Roots movement, and we finally find some common ground with the authors as they discuss the history and problems with the Sacred Name movement. Time Stamps (for YouTube V...

Show #557 - Before You Convert (New Covenant) Description In this episode, we look at a video by the Think Institute that discusses the New Covenant. In this video, the speaker gives definitions of the New Covenant and what he is calling the “Old Covenant.” We walk through parts of this presentation step by step to show where we agree and disagree. Time Stamps (for YouTube Video) • 2:4...

Show #556 - Theology or Practice? Description In this episode, we dive back into the Two Sticks One Law article by the IAMCS steering comity. This article attempts to argue Gentiles should not be keeping the law of God and that it is only for Jews. We continue to walk through this document to show where we disagree and agree. There is also a discussion on what Messianic Judaisms is. Is it a theolo...

Show #555 - Moral Code Description In this episode, we start with a discussion on the pilgrimage festivals and why Paul skips so many of them, then we move to a discussion on the trinity, finally, we finish by continuing our look at the IAMCS steering comity paper “One Law, Two Sticks.” Time Stamps (for YouTube Video) • 2:52 Start • 11:56 Trinity • 31:10 One Law Two Sticks Review • 52:...

Show #554 - Lower Class Citizen? Description In this episode, we first have a discussion on predestination and some of the various debates that go on. We then move to reviewing the article put out in 2015 by the IAMCS on One Law theology titled, “One Law, Two Sticks.” Time Stamps (for YouTube Video) • 2:48 Start • 5:36 Predestination VS Free Will • 26:15 One Law Two Sticks Review Links...

Show #553 - Did God Divorce Israel? Description In this episode, we look at a question about God divorcing Israel and if Yeshua had to die to remarry her. Then we move to Exodus 12:48 and the idea of a Gentile becoming a natural born covenant member. Finally, we begin to read through the IAMCS steering committees paper, One Law Two Sticks. Time Stamps (for YouTube Video) • 2:48 Start • 4:39 Did Go...

Show #552 - AI and John the Baptist Description In this episode, we start by discussing the Passion Chronology and why the synoptic Gospels say the people kindled a fire (Luke 22:55), then we move to a discussion on AI in ministry and if people should be using it. Finally, a look at a video where a person claims Yeshua was a student of John the Baptist and John the Baptist was part of the Qumran s...

Show #551 - To the Jew First Description In this episode, we first look at the term “Jew” within the rabbinic literature and how this term is used in two different ways. Then we move to the metaphor of the root and the branches in Romans and how this relates to the Abrahamic Covenant and the Abrahamic Promise. Finally, we look at what it means that the Gospel is to the Jew first. Time...

Show #550 - A Sect of Judaism? Description In this episode, we start by looking at some comments left on previous videos and answer the question about my journey through torah observance. Then we look at a video where a Lutheran pastor discusses what Messianic Judaism is. Finally, we end by walking through Galatians 3 and what Paul means when talking about the Torah being a tutor. Time Stamps (for...

Show #549 - Is One Law the Doctrine of Satan? Description In this episode, we look at a significant amount of material starting with an interview with one of the founders of the UMJC, Daniel Juster, who claims One Law theology is a doctrine of Satan. Then we look at an interview with non-believing Jews where one claims the Messianic and Torah movement should be seen as a blessing. Time Stamps (for...

Show #548 - Erasing Jewishness? Description In this episode, we begin by talking about various definitions of Messianic Judaism. We consider the prominent leaders in the movement and their definitions before we offer our own. Then we turn back to Dr. David Rudolph’s article on the Hebrew Roots/One Law theology to look at his interpretation of Acts 15 along with problems he sees with Gentile...

Show #547 - Define Messianic Judaism Description In this episode, we look at my recent time at the MJAA conference and discuss a good definition for Messianic Judaism. We look at statements from the MJAA and the UMJC to asses if the MJAA falls into such a title. Time Stamps (for YouTube Video) • 2:17 Start • 6:36 The MJAA • 26:43 MJAA Statement on MJ • 34:11 UMJC Definition of MJ • 42:32 Redefinin...

Show #546 - He's Talking About You Description In this episode, we look at several questions that have come in including, are there going to be different classes/positions in the world to come? Agency and how Yeshua doesn’t fit a vassal model. Finally, we get back into Dr. David Rudolf’s article on Ephesians 2 and One Law theology. Time Stamps (for YouTube Video) • 2:15 Start • 7:50 Su...

Show #545 - R. L. Solberg And The "False Gospel" Description In this episode, we look at a new video by R.L. Solberg where he claims FFOZ is teaching a false gospel. This is not new for Solberg, as he often claims people teach a false Gospel, but in this instance we move through portions of his video to show why Solberg misrepresents positions to build his case. Time Stamps (for YouTube Video) • 2...

Show #544 - One Law Arguments Refuted!!! Description In this episode, we continue our look at Dr. David Rudolph’s article where he opposes One Law theology. We have reached the portion of the article where Rudolph gives responses to common arguments from One Law proponents. Time Stamps (for YouTube Video) • 2:14 Start • 13:17 One Law Arguments • 20:43 We should live like Yeshua • 38:41 Acts...

Show #543 - Circumcision in the New Testament? Description In this episode, we look at the topic that occupies a significant amount of our content, circumcision… again. The question is asked, where in the Apostolic Scriptures do we see the need for Gentiles to be circumcised? Links Become and Executive Producer TorahResource Pronomian Conference TR Learning Center Executive Producers Bob & Lar...

Show #542 - Different One Laws? Description In this episode, we continue our look at Dr. David Rudolph’s paper on Hebrew Roots/One Law. In this section of the paper, Rudolph contends there are various kinds of One Law theology, hard One Law, Soft One Law, and partial One Law. Time Stamps (for YouTube Video) • 2:16 Start • 8:48 Recap • 21:54 Identity in Yeshua not Bloodline • 34:47 Hard Line...

Show #541 - Distinction Theology? Description In this episode, we take a look at an article written by Dr. David Rudolph that lays out a “standard” Messianic Jewish view of distinction theology. Rudolph uses passages like Romans 1 and 11, and Ephesians 2 as the foundation for his argument. As we walk through the article we take a look at some of the passage he brings up to who the One...

Show #540 - One Law Theology: What is Distinction Theology Description In this episode, we revisit the Et Cepher and look at several emails that have come in. Included, a look at Hebrews 2:7, who the “Et Cepher Publishing Group” actually is, and the claims about a 29th chapter of Acts. Watch the first video on the Et Cepher here . Time Stamps (for YouTube Video) • 2:18 Start • 10:38 He...