Tag: Jewish Jesus
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Healing In His Wings: What in the World are TzitTzit
When a woman who had been bleeding for more than twelve years grabbed the hem of Jesus’ garment, she was showing that she believed Jesus could heal her. But she was also declaring he fulfilled the prophecy of the Sun of Righteousness with healing in his wings. I'll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
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The Grace of God: How to Move on When We Fail
You've failed Jesus. You had the chance to stand with Him while He faced down His accusers. Instead, you told everyone around you that you didn't even know who He was. This is the moment you need the grace of God the most. And this is when you receive it. I'll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
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The Apostle Peter: How to Fail as a Disciple
Christianity celebrates the Apostle Peter. Catholicism venerates him as the first Pope. Protestantism credits him with the declaration that Jesus is the "Son of God." He’s on the Mount Rushmore of the New Testament. But as a disciple, he was a failure. I’ll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
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The Nazarene: The Prophecy that Never Was
Matthew ends the story of the birth of Jesus with a prophecy that He will be called a "Nazarene." But here's the big problem: the village of Nazareth wasn't settled until hundreds of years AFTER the Old Testament was written. But, this isn't a mistake or a contradiction. It's just Matthew showing off. I'll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
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Am I Good Enough? Time for Self-Examination
All of Jesus’ disciples were rejects. They failed the test of discipleship long before the Rabbi from Nazareth came on the scene. Yet, Jesus called them to follow Him. It should force us to ask: am I good enough? It’s time for some self-examination. I’ll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
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Discipleship is a Lot Harder Than You Think
First Century Discipleship was really hard. It required everything. And only a select few were given the privilege of following a rabbi. In fact, Jesus’ disciples had probably been rejected by other rabbis before He called them. I’ll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
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Jesus’ Authority: It’s Time to Get Some Answers
In the days just before Jesus’ crucifixion, the religious leaders decided they’d had enough of Him. It was time to get some answers. They asked Jesus where He got His authority. Jesus’ answer to their question is brilliant. I’ll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
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Was Jesus a Jewish Rabbi? (It Really Does Matter)
Was Jesus a Jewish Rabbi? And if so, what does that mean? When Jesus finished giving His interpretation of the Torah, the listeners were amazed. The Bible says: “He taught them with authority, and not like their scribes.” If you think that all this means is that He preached really confidently, you’re missing the whole point. I’ll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
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Yeshua: The Hebrew Name of Jesus and Why It’s So Important
Some people believe that the name “Jesus” is an invention of Satan, put in place through the Church in order to take us away from the true Messiah, Yeshua. The name “Jesus” is really a code for “Hail Zeus.” It's invoking a pagan deity. Before you drive off the road or spit out your coffee, understand that I believe this is pure rubbish. I’ll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
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Why Is the Birth of Jesus a Holy Scandal?
Critics will try to shake your faith by suggesting that the virgin birth of Jesus is a fantasy. They’ll tell you that Matthew was a fool who read something into the story that isn’t there. And that this caused him to make up the entire virgin birth story. These critics are fools. Because Matthew’s main point isn’t that Mary was a virgin. It’s that her child is the Son of God.
