THE CELEBRATION OF CHRISTMAS and Jewish Festivals

INTRODUCTION 1. “Christmas” is an annual holiday celebrated by many… a. Millions commemorate the birth of Jesus on this day b. Many consider it as one of “the most holy” of religious holidays c. For some, it marks one of the few times they attend church services (along with Easter and Mother’s Day) 2. But […]

Should Christians observe the Biblical Jewish Holidays?

It is increasingly common for Gentile Christians to celebrate the biblical, Jewish holidays, and there are many commendable reasons for doing so. Here are a few: (1) The biblical holy days are infused with spiritual and prophetic significance. Passover corresponds to Yeshua’s death (1 Corinthians 5:7-8), Firstfruits to His resurrection (1 Corinthians 15:20), and the […]

Should Christians celebrate Jewish festivals?

Question #1:  Should Christians be celebrating the Jewish religious festivals? Response #1:  I do have some mixed feelings of my own, because I understand that many Christians wish to participate in e.g., Passover as a means of showing friendliness and tolerance, and even for the purpose of indirect evangelism. All of those goals I heartily […]

Should Christians Celebrate Jewish Holidays?

Recently a “revival” of sorts has begun in the Evangelical church community involving groups of Christians who have returned to celebrating Old Testament ceremonies and holidays. For some it has been an enriching experience to better learn the Old Testament in its context but for others these Jewish holidays have become a requirement to godly […]

Hebraic Movement in Christ’s Church Part 3

 The “Hebraic Roots Movement’s” most subtle, yet frightening, issue is its attraction to Jewish mysticism.  The lure they’re using to attract Christians, and newly converted Jews, is sentimentally towards Israel and everything Jewish.  Because Jewish and liberal Christian communities agree the Bible Canon can be perpetually interpreted they will accept a variety of interpretations as inspired.  DECEPTION […]

Hebraic Movement in Christ’s Church Part 2

The Hebraic Roots Movement (HRM) also encompasses Messianic Judaism.  Both are, in fact, one and the same just packaged differently in order to deceive more people.  Messianic Judaism is merely a steppingstone for the Hebraic Roots Movement.  The entire Movement resembles the Judaisers of Paul’s day.  Many Jews who have accepted Jesus Christ as their […]

Hebraic Movement in Christ’s Church Part I

 There have been many streams of error that have flowed into the church over the last several decades:  “The Word of Faith Movement”, “The Shepherding Movement”, “The Purpose Driven Life Movement”, “The Government of Twelve Movement”, to name a few.  Alongside and in relation to these movements comes one that has subtly gained influence recently, “The Hebraic Roots Movement” (HRM). […]

Introduction to the Torah

• Torah in the narrowest sense refers to the first five books of the Bible • In a broader sense, Torah includes all Jewish law and tradition • Torah was given to Moses in written form with oral commentary • The oral component is now written in the Talmud • There are additional important writings […]

The Samaritans – Conversions in Acts

Act_8:4-14; Act_8:15-25 Introduction 1. With the preaching of the gospel and its reception by many, the Lord’s church grew rapidly in Jerusalem… a. 3000 souls were added after the first gospel sermon – Act_2:41 b. Following the second sermon, the number grew to about 5000 – Act_4:4 2. What was the gospel message that sparked […]

Tenakh/Hebrew/Old Testament Prophecies Fulfilled by Jesus Christ, Messiah

Jesus fulfilled over 300 prophecies Tenakh/Hebrew/Old Testament Prophecies Fulfilled by Jesus Christ, Messiah ALL of these prophesies were made hundreds, sometimes thousands, of years before Jesus Christ was born. Looking in the face of how He literally fulfilled them all – it is an impossibility that He is not Messiah, Saviour of the world. The ONLY […]