Messiah Matters

In this episode, we look at the basics of the cross, then we turn to the idea that we are “pot stirrers” and why this may or may not be the case. Executive Producer: Lee & Vivian Eagan, Erna Draper, Bob & Larue Miller, Kristina Johnson, Nelda Bell, John Coulthard. This show is produced by TorahResource – https://torahresource.com/​​​​​ Find us on Facebook: https://www.fac...

In this episode, we reimagine the Sunday School version of Jesuses and what the term “love” actually means from a biblical perspective. Executive Producer: Lee & Vivian Eagan, Erna Draper, Bob & Larue Miller, Kristina Johnson, Nelda Bell, John Coulthard. This show is produced by TorahResource – https://torahresource.com/​​​​​ Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/...

In this episode, we discuss our relationship as believers with the Holy Spirit, then we turn to the term “Gentiles” in the Scriptures. Finally, a look at the word “faith” and what this means. Executive Producer: Lee & Vivian Eagan, Erna Draper, Bob & Larue Miller, Kristina Johnson, Nelda Bell, John Coulthard. This show is produced by TorahResource – https://to...

In this episode, we look at anti-semitism in the Church and discuss if this is the source of many theological problems. Executive Producer: Lee & Vivian Eagan, Erna Draper, Bob & Larue Miller, Kristina Johnson, Nelda Bell, John Coulthard. This show is produced by TorahResource – https://torahresource.com/​​​​​ Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MessiahMatters Rob Vanhoff R...

In this episode, Caleb Hegg looks at the switch from Passover to Easter in an attempt to see if this came from a place of anti-semitism. Ryan Reeves on Constantine: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W0GCJfhjEYw&t=1209s Executive Producer: Lee & Vivian Eagan, Erna Draper, Bob & Larue Miller, Kristina Johnson, Nelda Bell, John Coulthard. This show is produced by TorahResource – https...

In this episode, we look once again at the name “Easter” as some have disagreed with our take from our last show, then we move to the modern seder and look at its origins, finally we discuss the giving of the Holy Spirit and what this meant in the book of Acts. Is the Name “Easter” Pagan – Tim Hegg https://torahresource.com/does-easter-come-from-ishtar/ Executive Prod...

In this episode, we discuss the differences in theological belief and how many of the foundational beliefs tend to go back to various understandings about God’s covenants with His people. Executive Producer: Lee & Vivian Eagan, Erna Draper, Bob & Larue Miller, Kristina Johnson, Nelda Bell, John Coulthard. This show is produced by TorahResource – https://torahresource.com/​​​​​...

In this episode, we discuss the law of God as obligation or the out powering of love for God, then we move to a discussion about the term “Easter” and why this is used today by the Church. Finally, a look at a newly discovered tablet. Article on the term “Easter”: https://torahresource.com/does-easter-come-from-ishtar/ Article on the Four Cups at the Passover Seder: https:/...

In this episode, Caleb is solo and addresses a great email that came in about last week’s show concerning 1Cor. 11 and the communion. Looking at both sides of the argument, Caleb sets the record straight on some of the misconceptions people may have (from both sides of the argument). Executive Producer: Lee & Vivian Eagan, Erna Draper, Bob & Larue Miller, Levi Mitchell, Kristina John...

In this episode, our main discussion centers on 1 Corinthians 11, one of the texts that has been used as a source text for the institution of the Lord’s Supper or what is known today as “Communion.” Is this the true meaning Paul intended to give ? Or is he actually talking about the Passover meal? Executive Producer: Lee & Vivian Eagan, Erna Draper, Bob & Larue Miller, Le...

In this episode, we discuss the bronze serpent and if this story shows that Christ should not be worshipped, then we turn to another discussion about works-based salvation, and finally a conversation on the Sabbath starting at sundown. Executive Producer: Lee & Vivian Eagan, Erna Draper, Bob & Larue Miller, Levi Mitchell, Kristina Johnson, Ruth Lunderville, Kyle Ripley, Sue Lavey. Executiv...

In this episode, we talk about those who want to keep the Sabbath but have to work on Saturdays. Also, a discussion on Sukkot and the 8th day of the festival. What is the 8th day and what is its significance? And a discussion about those who think those within the mainstream Christian Church are not saved because they reject the Sabbath. Executive Producer: Lee & Vivian Eagan, Erna Draper, Bob...

In this episode, we discuss the idea that we are in a third reformation where believers are coming to a love of God’s commands. Where will this reformation take place? Is it the Messianic synagogues? Hebrew Roots fellowships? Or perhaps the Christian Church? What door will we attach our thesis to? 0:00 Introduction 7:06 Reforming the Church (Where’s our door) 25:34 Judging and holding...

In this episode, we clarify several discussions we’ve had in past episodes including submission to congregational elders, festivals in the millennium, if we agree with Calvin, and application vs belief. 0:00 Introduction 5:36 Alcohol and the community revisited 31:27 Keeping the Feasts 39:45 Disagreement in application vs belief 54:04 Calvinism vs the Doctrines of Grace 59:32 Closing Executi...

In this episode, we discuss the Sabbath after the resurrection of Christ. We also follow up on our discussion from last week and the idea that New Testament believers only drake “new wine.” 0:00 Introduction 5:09 New wine discussion 12:20 Sabbath keeping after Jesus 30:12 Who is the bride of Yeshua 38:00 Thoughts on Karaites 45:28 How do we keep the Feasts 58:42 Closing Executive Produ...

In this episode, we discuss some follow-up on the word “Christian”, and finally, get to the topic of alcohol in the Bible. 0:00 Introduction 4:19 Keeping the Law of God as a covenant member 12:30 Is it a sin for a Christian to drink wine? 39:31 How do we in the Church provoke the Jews to jealousy? 59:02 Closing Executive Producer: Lee & Vivian Eagan, Erna Draper, Bob & Larue Mi...

In this episode, we discuss the wore “Christian,” “Judaism,” and “Messianic Judaism” and attempt to show how these terms have been used historically and how they now play out in our modern time. 0:00 Introduction 7:03 The term Christianity 25:50 Messianic Judaism 43:06 Is Messianic Judaism a denomination of Christianity 55:00 Closing Executive Producer: Lee &amp...

In this episode, we discuss various aspects of the sacrificial system and look at what these things actually did. Were sins actually atoned for with sin sacrifices? Also, we look at the term “Pronomian” and how some people want to make this a “movement” even though it’s not. 0:00 Introduction 5:16 Pronomian Theology 8:51 Shouldn’t we identify with Judaism instea...

In this episode, we discuss the canonization of the Apostolic Scriptures (New Testament) and if this is even valid if the Jewish authorities didn’t approve it. This argument centers around the text in Romans 3:2. Then we turn to claims about the Sacred Name of God and how some have suggested the pronunciation should be. 0:00 Intro 2:04 Coldfish Podcast Overview 6:36 Our doctrine and name 11:...

In this episode, we discuss the term Christian and attempt to understand how this word is used in modern times. We also look at the Greek word meaning “forbidden” in the New Testament. 0:00 Intro 3:33 Christmas Discussion 12:18 Mike Jones 14:40 Does Christmas have pagan roots? 33:10 What is the definition of Christian? 46:20 Is Catholicism compatible with Biblical Christian theology 47...

In this episode, we discuss King David and the punishment given for his sin with Bathsheba. The we move to the Oneness Pentecostal movement and discuss how this group came into existence and some of the red flags that came with its birth. 0:00 Introduction 5:05 A son shall not pay for the sins of his father 22:25 Pentecostalism 59:41 Closing Executive Producer: Lee & Vivian Eagan, Erna Draper,...

In the first episode in season 9, we discuss the reason we continue to do this show and some of the thought that goes into our weekly prep. We also touch on the last supper and the reason bread and wine are present, then we move to a calendar question. 0:00 Introduction 5:25 Why I don’t wear a kippah 35:03 Communion vs Passover 42:46 Why continue to Season 9 57:40 James White Debate 1:00:17...

In this episode, we discuss the sacrificial system and sin offerings, then we look at a question concerning Gentiles and the laws of God, and finally a quick look at the elements of the last supper. 0:00 Introduction 3:03 Discussion of the future Temple 12:53 The sin sacrifice as a purification offering 18:36 The sons of the priest 23:35 The sacrificial system in the millennial reign 35:58 Unclean...

In this episode, we go through a bunch of emails that tie up loose ends including, Heiser and two YHVH’s, where does it say that Judah the Prince wrote down the Mishnah? Is the breaking of bread and drinking the cup at the last supper due to it be erev shabbat? And will there be sacrifices in the millennium temple? 0:00 Introduction 10:02 Heiser Revisited (again) 36:29 Discussion on incest i...

In this episode, we discuss Romans 14 and how this relates to food. Then we turn to Acts 21 and Paul going to the temple to offer sacrifice. Does Paul and the Apostles have two different views of sacrifice? How does this work with the idea that Christ is the sacrifice to end all sacrifices? 0:00 Introduction 6:00 Newly published commentaries 9:03 Romans 14 and eating kosher 29:12 Paul and the sacr...