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Join Pastor Matt and the team as they dive deeper into topics from the recent "Financial Squeeze" sermon series that didn't quite fit into Sunday morning. This episode focuses on biblical generosity, tithing, and God's design for our finances. In this episode, we explore the fascinating history behind "In God We Trust" on American currency, dating back to the Civil War era when a Pennsylvania pastor wrote to the Treasury Secretary suggesting this unifying phrase during our nation's most divided time. Pastor Matt addresses common questions about tithing in the New Testament era, explaining how this practice preceded the Mosaic Law and continues to be relevant for Christians today. He breaks down the principles of giving found in the New Testament and clarifies why tithing to the local church specifically matters according to biblical teaching. The conversation also covers the "Generosity Ladder" - a practical framework for growing in biblical giving, from first-time gifts to legacy giving that impacts the kingdom long-term. They discuss the four components of God-honoring giving: systematic, proportional, sacrificial, and cheerful. Finally, Pastor Matt explains Hope Church's financial stewardship practices, including budgeting, board oversight, third-party audits, and accountability measures that ensure donated funds are used wisely and transparently.

The Mosaic Law is not a checklist for you to follow but coordinates to guide you. Pastor Dallas Cox looks at the law given to Moses to show the relationship and grace God gives, even in a list of rules.Scripture in this message: Exodus 19:4-6, Exodus 20:2, Leviticus 11:45, Exodus 23:19, Matthew 22:36-39, Exodus 24:7-8, Leviticus 16:7-8, Isaiah 64:6, Exodus 3:1-5Watch this message on YouTubeJust starting your Jesus journey? Let us know by filling out this form so we can connect with you personallyHello Card Tithes & OfferingsPlease consider giving to help us spread the life giving message of Jesus to the 920 and beyondGive Here --Follow Life Church on socialsLCGB Facebook LCGB Instagram LCGB YouTube

 Chapters 45 and 46 of Ezekiel detail the structure of a future Jerusalem, including a holy district with land allotments for priests and Levites, and a separate area for a new leader called "the prince." This prince is an ideal, righteous ruler who oversees the temple and provides sacrifices, contrasting with the corrupt kings of the past. The vision also outlines specific regulations for temple traffic, sacrifices, and festivals, which differ from the traditional Mosaic Law. Although the identity of Ezekiel's prince is mysterious, it can't be Jesus for obvious theological reasons.  Support the show

Summary In this sermon, Dr. Michael Easley teaches from Romans 4 to remind us that salvation is never earned by works, signs, or laws—it is given by God through faith. Paul confronts Jewish objections that Abraham's righteousness depended on circumcision or the Mosaic Law. Instead, Paul demonstrates that Abraham was justified long before receiving any outward sign. This truth is foundational: righteousness comes only by faith, not through religious rituals or lineage. Paul explains that the law was never meant to save but to expose our sin and reveal our need for grace. God's grace is His undeserved favor toward us even when we deserve His wrath. Abraham believed God's promise, and that faith—not his works—was credited to him as righteousness (Genesis 15:6). For believers today, this means we can trust God's promises fully. Our salvation rests not on fragile human performance but on the solid foundation of Christ's finished work. Like Abraham, we are called to walk in faith—not to crawl across life's “ice” with fear, but to trust the One who secures our steps. Takeaways: Abraham was justified by faith before receiving any outward sign. Circumcision and law-keeping do not save—faith alone does. God's promise always precedes human effort or religious ritual. The law reveals sin and wrath; grace provides forgiveness and life. Salvation is secure because it rests on God's promise, not our performance. Our only response to God is trust in Christ's finished work. To read the book of Romans, click here. Click here for other Michael Easley Sermons.

In Acts 15, the church faced a crisis: was faith in Jesus enough, or did Gentile believers also need to keep the Mosaic Law? Revival had spread so quickly that leaders struggled to keep pace. Some insisted, “Unless you are circumcised according to the custom of Moses, you cannot be saved” (Acts 15:1, NASB 2020). Paul and Barnabas strongly disagreed, which led to a gathering of apostles, elders, and even opposing voices in Jerusalem. Peter testified that God had chosen […] The post Hearing God Together appeared first on Revival Life Church Boca Raton, FL.

Send us a textSalvation has always been—and will only ever be—through faith in God's promise. This foundational truth echoes throughout Paul's letter to the Galatians as he dismantles the dangerous notion that law-keeping contributes to our justification.The timing speaks volumes: God's promise to Abraham came 430 years before the Mosaic Law. This wasn't coincidental but intentional, demonstrating that the promise always held primacy. When the law arrived, it never superseded, replaced, or complemented the promise as a means of salvation. Rather, it served a distinct purpose—revealing transgressions until the promised Seed, Jesus Christ, would arrive.Paul's declaration is unequivocal: "By the works of the law no flesh shall be justified." This absolute statement leaves no room for any formula where law-keeping aids salvation. The idea that we can bring any act of obedience to enhance God's grace fundamentally misunderstands the gospel. One violation of one law, even in thought, would require Christ's redemption—that's how significant God's holiness is against human sinfulness.What does this mean for believers today? Freedom. Not freedom to sin, but freedom to approach God with childlike faith, receiving salvation as a gift rather than earning it through religious performance. When we grasp that we contribute nothing to our salvation except to receive it, we experience the transformative power of grace that changes us from the inside out.The panel discussion illuminates how this truth radically affects our understanding of sin, redemption, and identity. Adam's one sin condemned humanity; Christ's one sacrifice redeemed it. We don't go to hell because of what we've done but because of what we are—sinners in need of a Savior who can change our very nature.Listen and discover why complicating God's simple plan of salvation through grace undermines the very gospel we claim to believe. Your understanding of faith might never be the same.Support the show

Send us a textWhat happens when we mistake the signpost for the destination? This riveting conversation dives deep into Paul's teaching on the true purpose of the Mosaic Law – not as our means of salvation, but as our tutor leading us to Christ.The discussion unpacks how the entire Old Testament system was meticulously designed to help God's people recognize the Messiah when He arrived. The animal sacrifices, temple rituals, priestly garments – all served as educational tools preparing Israel for Jesus. When He finally came, those familiar with the Law should have immediately recognized Him as the fulfillment of everything they had studied.This understanding frames a powerful critique of modern dispensationalism, which anticipates rebuilding the temple and reinstating sacrifices. As the speakers note, such thinking fundamentally misunderstands God's redemptive timeline. Why reinstitute a system designed to point to Christ when Christ has already come? The law served as our guardian until faith arrived, but now that faith has come, we're no longer under a guardian.Perhaps most thought-provoking is the exploration of how everything in Scripture centers on Christ's glory. The conversation challenges our celebrity-obsessed culture, suggesting that our fascination with human fame often trespasses on territory that rightfully belongs to Jesus alone. His fame deserves our complete attention.The dialogue concludes with a beautiful reminder that while the law couldn't nullify God's original covenant promise, the fulfillment of that promise in Christ effectively ended the law's governing role for believers. We now live by faith rather than legal observance, fully justified as children of God through Christ alone.Listen as these passionate believers wrestle with profound questions about how we relate to Scripture, where we direct our worship, and what it truly means to live under grace rather than law.Support the show

     Second, there is God's directive will, which refers to His actively guiding His people to do what He expects. It is sometimes called His prescriptive will because it prescribes how people are to think, live, and relate to Him and others. For example, God directed Adam and Eve to be “fruitful and multiply” and to “rule” as theocratic administrators over His creation (Gen 1:28). After creating the garden of Eden, He directed them to “cultivate it and keep it” (Gen 2:15). He also gave them freedom, saying, “from any tree of the garden you may eat freely” (Gen 2:16), but also gave one prohibition, saying, “from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil you shall not eat, for in the day that you eat from it you will surely die” (Gen 2:17). Other examples include God directing Noah to build an ark (Gen 6:13-14), directing Abraham to leave his country and go to the place where God wanted (Gen 12:1), directing Moses to go to Egypt to liberate His people (Ex 3:10), and later to give them the Law so they could walk in His will (Ex 34:27-28).[1] It should be remembered that the four Gospels reveal that Jesus was born and lived under the Mosaic Law code (Gal 4:4), and during His time of ministry, He directed others to obey that code (i.e., Matt 8:1-4; 23:1-3). However, that covenant and law code has been fulfilled by Christ and rendered obsolete (Matt 5:17-18; Heb 8:13). And now, God has given commands to Christians which are found in the New Testament. The book of Acts covers the first thirty years of the Church and is generally historical information, being descriptive but not prescriptive. Specific commands for the Christian living in the dispensation of the Church age generally start in Romans 1 and extend to Revelation 3. However, Jesus' discourse in the Upper Room (John chapters 13-17), the Lord's Supper (Luke 22:19-20), and the Great Commission (Matt 28:19-2) belong to the Church.      These biblical distinctions are important, for though all Scripture is written for us, only some portions of it speak specifically to us and command our walk with the Lord. Just as Christians would not try to obey the commands God gave to Adam and Eve in Genesis 1-2, or the commands God gave to Noah in Genesis 6-9, so we should not try to obey the commands God gave to Israel in Exodus through Deuteronomy. Christians are not under the Mosaic Law (Rom 6:14), which has been rendered obsolete (Heb 8:13). but operate under the Law of Christ (1 Cor 9:21; Gal 6:2). Charles Ryrie states: "Adam lived under laws, the sum of which may be called the code of Adam or the code of Eden. Noah was expected to obey the laws of God, so there was a Noahic code. We know that God revealed many commands and laws to Abraham (Gen 26:5). They may be called the Abrahamic code. The Mosaic code contained all the laws of the Law. And today we live under the law of Christ (Gal 6:2) or the law of the Spirit of life in Christ (Rom 8:2). This code contains the hundreds of specific commandments recorded in the New Testament."[2]      Because God is the Author of both law-codes (i.e., the Law of Moses as well as the Law of Christ), it is not surprising that He chose to incorporate some of the laws He gave to Israel into the law-code which He has given to the Church. Nine of the 10 commandments are restated in the New Testament (the Sabbath is excluded because it was the sign of the Mosaic Covenant; Ex 31:13-17).[3] Steven R. Cook, D.Min., M.Div.   [1] God had revealed His will for Israel through the Law of Moses, and this gave them clear guidelines for how to live as God desired. Because God cares for His people, He provided them rules for living in relationship with Himself and others. If His people walked in the ways of the Lord, He promised them blessing (Deut 28:1-14). But if they turned away from His revealed will, He promised them cursing (Deut 28:15-68). The blessed life or the cursed life was always before them (Deut 11:26-28). God's directives were communicated through Moses to God's people (Deut 6:1-2), who were to receive them and adhere to them (Deut 6:3-6), and communicate them to their children (Deut 6:7). [2] Charles Ryrie, Basic Theology (Chicago, IL: Moody Press, 1999), 351. [3] Additional biblical distinctions reveal that Israel is a nation (Ex 19:6), but the church is not a nation (Rom 10:19). God's program for Israel focused on the land promised to Abraham (Gen 12:1; 15:18; 17:8), whereas the church is called to go out to many lands (Matt 28:19-20; Acts 1:8). Israel was mentioned throughout the Old Testament and recognized by other nations (Num 14:15; Josh 5:1), but the church was a mystery not known in the Old Testament (Eph 3:1-6; Col 1:26-27; cf. Rom 16:25-26). Israel had a priesthood that was specific to the tribe of Levi (Num 3:6-7), whereas all Christians are priests to God (Rev 1:6). Israel worshipped first at the Tabernacle and later the Temple (Ex 40:18-38; 2 Ch 8:14-16), but for Christians, their body is the temple of the Lord and they gather locally where they want (1 Cor 6:19-20; cf. 1 Cor 16:19; Col 4:15). Israel offered animal sacrifices to God (Lev 4:1-35), but Christians offer spiritual sacrifices (1 Pet 2:5; cf. Rom 12:1; Heb 13:15). Israel was required to tithe from the produce of their land (Deut 14:22-23; 28-29; Num 18:21), but there is no tithe required from Christians, only a joyful attitude when giving, “for God loves a cheerful giver” (2 Cor 9:7).

This message is the second half of a message about the seven feast days of the Old Testament, and how they are fulfilled in Christ.

Theological Categories of God's Will      The will of God can be divided between His secret will and revealed will. Moses wrote, “The secret things belong to the LORD our God, but the things revealed belong to us and to our sons forever, that we may observe all the words of this law” (Deut 29:29). What God has revealed in Scripture is what He deems important for us to know. But there are secret things that belong to the Lord, and on these matters, He remains silent. To spend our days pursuing what God has sovereignly chosen to keep hidden will only lead to unending frustration. If we have prayed and studied God's Word thoroughly yet received no clear answer, it may be because God does not want us to know—or not to know at this time. Though we may seek to discern God's will through daily experiences, such providential insight must always remain subordinate to His written revelation. Though we don't know many particulars about what God is doing, we know He is in control and directing history to the return of Christ and the eternal state, and we are part of that grand plan. Concerning God's revealed will, Scripture presents several classifications.      First, there is God's sovereign will, which refers to His free and independent choices to do whatever He pleases, without external constraint or consultation. God declares, “My purpose will stand, and I will do all that I please” (Isa 46:10b; cf. Psa 33:11), and “All the inhabitants of the earth are accounted as nothing, but He does according to His will in the host of heaven and among the inhabitants of earth; and no one can ward off His hand or say to Him, ‘What have You done?'” (Dan 4:35). “Whatever the LORD pleases, He does, in heaven and in earth, in the seas and in all deeps” (Psa 135:6), and He “works all things after the counsel of His will” (Eph 1:11b). According to McChesney: "There is a sense, indeed, in which the sovereignty of God is absolute. He is under no external restraint whatsoever. He is the Supreme Dispenser of all events. All forms of existence are within the scope of His dominion. And yet this is not to be viewed in any such way as to abridge the reality of the moral freedom of God's responsible creatures or to make men anything else than the arbiters of their own eternal destinies. God has seen fit to create beings with the power of choice between good and evil. He rules over them in justice and wisdom and grace."[1]      God remains in constant sovereign control, guiding His creation through history. He meddles in the affairs of mankind, and His unseen hand works behind all their activities, controlling and directing history as He wills. We know from Scripture that God possesses certain immutable attributes and that He never acts inconsistently with His nature. For example, because God is righteous, all His actions and commands are just. Because God is immutable, His moral perfections never change. Because God is eternal, He is righteous forever. Because God is omniscient, His righteous acts are always predicated on perfect knowledge. Because God is omnipotent, He is always able to execute His righteous will. Because God is love, His judgments can be merciful toward the undeserving and humble.       God controls who sits in positions of power, whether they hold that position by birth or democratic vote. Ultimately, it is God “who changes the times and the seasons; He removes kings and establishes kings” (Dan 2:21a), for “the Most High is ruler over the realm of mankind, and bestows it on whom He wishes and sets over it the lowliest of men” (Dan 4:17). When Israel turned negative to God, He judged them by placing weak leaders over them, saying, “I will make mere lads their princes, and capricious children will rule over them (Isa 3:4). The result was, “Those who guide you lead you astray and confuse the direction of your paths” (Isa 3:12b).      God even controls hostile unbelievers to accomplish His purposes (Prov 16:4). When Jesus was on trial, Pilate falsely thought he had control over Him, saying, “Do You not know that I have authority to release You, and I have authority to crucify You?” (John 19:10). Operating from divine viewpoint, Jesus said to Pilate, “You would have no authority over Me, unless it had been given you from above” (John 19:11). While praying to God, Peter and John acknowledged God's sovereignty over the Gentile rulers, saying, “For truly in this city there were gathered together against Your holy servant Jesus, whom You anointed, both Herod and Pontius Pilate, along with the Gentiles and the peoples of Israel, to do whatever Your hand and Your purpose predestined to occur” (Acts 4:27-28).      Second, there is God's directive will, which refers to His actively guiding His people to do what He expects. It is sometimes called His prescriptive will because it prescribes how people are to think, live, and relate to Him and others. For example, God directed Adam and Eve to be “fruitful and multiply” and to “rule” as theocratic administrators over His creation (Gen 1:28). After creating the garden of Eden, He directed them to “cultivate it and keep it” (Gen 2:15). He also gave them freedom, saying, “from any tree of the garden you may eat freely” (Gen 2:16), but also gave one prohibition, saying, “from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil you shall not eat, for in the day that you eat from it you will surely die” (Gen 2:17). Other examples include God directing Noah to build an ark (Gen 6:13-14), directing Abraham to leave his country and go to the place where God wanted (Gen 12:1), directing Moses to go to Egypt to liberate His people (Ex 3:10), and later to give them the Law so they could walk in His will (Ex 34:27-28).[2] It should be remembered that the four Gospels reveal that Jesus was born and lived under the Mosaic Law code (Gal 4:4), and during His time of ministry, He directed others to obey that code (i.e., Matt 8:1-4; 23:1-3). Steven R. Cook, D.Min., M.Div.   [1] E. McChesney, “Sovereignty of God,” in The New Unger's Bible Dictionary, ed. Merrill F. Unger and R.K. Harrison (Chicago: Moody Press, 1988). 1085. [2] God had revealed His will for Israel through the Law of Moses, and this gave them clear guidelines for how to live as God desired. Because God cares for His people, He provided them rules for living in relationship with Himself and others. If His people walked in the ways of the Lord, He promised them blessing (Deut 28:1-14). But if they turned away from His revealed will, He promised them cursing (Deut 28:15-68). The blessed life or the cursed life was always before them (Deut 11:26-28). God's directives were communicated through Moses to God's people (Deut 6:1-2), who were to receive them and adhere to them (Deut 6:3-6), and communicate them to their children (Deut 6:7).

As a believer, should we tithe, which means to give a tenth of our income, to Christian ministries? Listen to this illuminating message to begin a study of biblical giving. Begin at the Old Testament and find out how tithing was instituted in the Mosaic Law. Learn that it was only one of three offerings to be made by the Israelites. See the difference between mandatory and free will offerings. Find out how Christ abolished the Law and that in the present age we have a completely different standard for giving based on our thinking.

As a believer, should we tithe, which means to give a tenth of our income, to Christian ministries? Listen to this illuminating message to begin a study of biblical giving. Begin at the Old Testament and find out how tithing was instituted in the Mosaic Law. Learn that it was only one of three offerings to be made by the Israelites. See the difference between mandatory and free will offerings. Find out how Christ abolished the Law and that in the present age we have a completely different standard for giving based on our thinking.

Many Bible-readers over the centuries have worked diligently to anchor to the Ten Commandments outlined in the Mosaic Law as the path to limit sin in their lives. But that isn't what the Bible teaches! Romans 5:20 teaches us that the Mosaic Law actually increases sin! So, what is God's path for Christians to take in their everyday life full of different choices to make? Join Kevin as we examine the startling path that bears the fruits that actually work to crowd out sin! // Download this episode's Application & Action questions and PDF transcript at whitestone.org.

The law that God gave Moses was comprised of three types of law; Civil, ceremonial, and moral laws.  And all of them were completed and fulfilled in Christ.  In this message we are looking at the Sabbath laws.

Send us a textWhat if everything God promised to national Israel has already been fulfilled? This provocative question forms the backbone of our theological exploration that challenges popular systems like dispensationalism and Christian Zionism head-on.Through a careful examination of Joshua 21, Joshua 23, 1 Kings 8, and Nehemiah 9, we uncover a consistent biblical theme: "Not one word has failed of all the good promises" God made to Israel. These declarations aren't isolated proof texts but represent a cohesive message throughout Scripture that God has already delivered on His covenant promises to national Israel.The apostle Paul brings brilliant clarity to this discussion in Galatians when he explains the true purpose of the Mosaic Law. Rather than being a means of justification, the Law served as a "schoolmaster" to reveal our transgressions and lead us to Christ. This temporary measure was always designed to point to something greater—justification by faith alone.Most powerfully, we discover how Christ is creating one new people from both Jews and Gentiles. When Jesus spoke of "other sheep not of this fold" and promised "there shall be one flock and one shepherd," He was unveiling God's ultimate plan: a unified body of believers where "there is neither Jew nor Greek." This revolutionary understanding helps us properly interpret prophecies like Isaiah 45:25, where "all the seed of Israel" being justified only makes sense when we recognize the true Israel consists of all who have faith in Christ.Join us as we explore these rich theological truths that not only inform our understanding of Scripture but also transform how we view God's ongoing work in the world. Rather than looking for future fulfillments of promises to a particular ethnicity, we can celebrate God's present work of building His church—the true Israel that includes people from every nation who put their faith in Christ alone.Support the show

When we look at the ceremonial law of the Old Testament; sacrifices, tabernacle, and priesthood are fulfilled in Christ.

Send us a textThe age-old tension between grace and law takes center stage in this thought-provoking episode exploring one of Christianity's most fundamental questions: After salvation, what role should the Mosaic Law play in a believer's life?Through a riveting, sometimes challenging conversation, we dive deep into the essence of justification by faith and the dangers of mixing grace with law requirements. A believer drawn to the Hebrew Roots Movement shares how observing certain Jewish practices has deepened his walk with Christ, while other voices caution that this approach can unwittingly undermine the gospel's power.Galatians becomes our guide as we examine Paul's warnings about falling from grace and creating "another gospel." We unpack challenging verses that reveal how the Law was designed as a temporary schoolmaster leading to Christ—not as a continuing means of sanctification for believers. The discussion illuminates why Jesus amplified the Law's demands during His ministry, not to establish higher standards for His followers, but to reveal humanity's desperate need for salvation by grace alone.What makes this conversation particularly valuable is the spirit in which it unfolds. Despite differing perspectives, participants model respectful dialogue, acknowledging that believers at different stages of spiritual growth can learn from one another. We witness firsthand how Christians can reason together through Scripture without condemning each other or damaging relationships.Whether you're wrestling with questions about Sabbath observance, dietary laws, or any aspect of Old Testament practices, this episode will equip you with biblical clarity on what it truly means to live in the freedom Christ purchased. Join us as we discover how sanctification flows from the Holy Spirit's work rather than our own religious efforts—and experience the liberating truth that we are completely justified by grace through faith in Christ alone.Support the show

Do Christians have to obey the Old Testament law? Does the Mosaic Law apply to Christians?

Send us a textAre Christians still under the Law of Moses? Should followers of Jesus today keep Torah commandments like the Sabbath, dietary restrictions, or temple sacrifices? In this episode, we take a clear and careful look at what the Bible teaches about the Mosaic Law, its purpose, and its fulfillment in Christ. We'll explore how the Old Covenant law reveals God's character, why it was given to Israel, and how the New Covenant changes everything for believers today.Whether you've wrestled with Torah-observant teachings or are simply curious about how law and grace fit together, this study in biblical theology will give you a solid foundation grounded in Scripture.We'll answer:What does “the law” mean in the Bible?Was the law meant for everyone?Do Christians need to obey Old Testament commands?How does Jesus fulfill the Law?What role does grace play in the life of a Christian?Affiliate Note: I first studied biblical Hebrew remotely through the Israel Institute of Biblical Studies. If you're interested in learning Biblical Hebrew (or even Aramaic or Greek), check out their courses using the affiliate link below. It's a great way to deepen your understanding of God's Word!

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Tuesday, 1 July 2025   For all the prophets and the law prophesied until John. Matthew 11:13   “For all the prophets and the law, until John, they prophesied” (CG).   In the previous verse, Jesus told those with Him, “And from the days of John the Baptist until now, the kingdom of the heavens, it is forced, and forcers, they seize it.” Now, He continues, saying, “For all the prophets and the law.”   The word “for” is given to explain the previous verse. The coming of Jesus as Messiah, which signified the coming of the kingdom of the heavens, was prophesied in advance. It was the great anticipation of the people. This is so obvious from Scripture that even the Samaritans understood it –   “The woman said to Him, ‘I know that Messiah is coming' (who is called Christ). ‘When He comes, He will tell us all things.' 26 Jesus said to her, ‘I who speak to you am He.'” John 4:25, 26   With such high anticipation, when John came on the scene proclaiming that the kingdom was at hand, the people rushed towards the news, forcing themselves into the body of others desirous of obtaining the promise.   As for the term, “the prophets and the law,” it is a thought repeated eleven times in the New Testament. However, this is the only time it mentions the prophets first. The reason for the change is that Jesus is focusing on John's prophetic ministry first and foremost.   The law anticipated the coming of the Messiah in an almost innumerable number of times in types and shadows. It also has explicit references to Him, such as the Prophet noted in Deuteronomy 18:15-22.   However, Moses was a prophet as well as the lawgiver. It is the words of the prophets, including the giving of the law, that anticipated the coming of the Messiah. That line of prophets is referred to by Jesus next, saying, “until John, they prophesied.”   Jesus is clearly stating that the role of the prophet heralding the coming of the Messiah ends with John. Prophecies continue in the New Testament, but the words pointing to Jesus' coming find their termination with John.   In Revelation 11, it says –   “And I will give power to my two witnesses, and they will prophesy one thousand two hundred and sixty days, clothed in sackcloth.” Revelation 11:3   These two witnesses of the future will testify to the Messiah who has come. They will be a witness to Israel and the world at large that what is recorded about John here is the truth. His prophecies and proclamations focused on the entrance of the new dispensation that was about to be revealed.   Life application: In the book of Hebrews, the author provides minute detail concerning the effects of Jesus' work. He is so specific and so pinpointed in his words that it is incredible that people who read the book cannot seem to grasp what is being conveyed.   For example, the Hebrew Roots Movement adherents call what Jesus did a “renewed covenant,” not a New Covenant. The implication, followed by explicit teaching by them, is that the Law of Moses is renewed and adherents must abide by it.   In Hebrews 7 (for example), the author clearly teaches against such a ridiculous thought –   “Therefore, if perfection were through the Levitical priesthood (for under it the people received the law), what further need was there that another priest should rise according to the order of Melchizedek, and not be called according to the order of Aaron? 12 For the priesthood being changed, of necessity there is also a change of the law. 13 For He of whom these things are spoken belongs to another tribe, from which no man has officiated at the altar. 14 For it is evident that our Lord arose from Judah, of which tribe Moses spoke nothing concerning priesthood. 15 And it is yet far more evident if, in the likeness of Melchizedek, there arises another priest 16 who has come, not according to the law of a fleshly commandment, but according to the power of an endless life. 17 For He testifies: ‘You are a priest forever According to the order of Melchizedek.' 18 For on the one hand there is an annulling of the former commandment because of its weakness and unprofitableness, 19 for the law made nothing perfect; on the other hand, there is the bringing in of a better hope, through which we draw near to God.” Hebrews 7:11-19   This is one of several examples of the clear and precise teaching by the author that completely refutes the heresy of Mosaic Law observance. The words are black ink on white paper, and their intended meaning will be evident to anyone willing to pick up the book and read it.   The law prophesied of its own termination. The prophets referred to that coming day multiple times. John called out that the time for Messiah to come had arrived. And yet, here we are, over two thousand years later, missing the mark on who Jesus is and what He accomplished! Pay heed to the word. For those who find Jesus, it is life. For those who find law observance (because they failed to heed what is said), there will be condemnation.   “You have become estranged from Christ, you who attempt to be justified by law; you have fallen from grace.” Galatians 5:4   Lord God, how can our world be so filled with Bibles, the most published book in all of human history, and yet be so illiterate in what it says? Help us to be willing to put in the time and effort it takes to read, study, and understand this precious gift. May we not be negligent in seeking out its glorious pages that tell us of Jesus and what He has done for us. Amen.

Have you ever felt crushed by the weight of guilt? In this powerful exploration of Psalm 32, we discover King David's journey from the torment of hidden sin to the liberating joy of God's forgiveness.David's testimony is particularly striking when we understand the context. After committing adultery with Bathsheba and arranging her husband's murder, David faced a devastating reality: under Mosaic Law, willful sins like these carried the death penalty with no prescribed sacrifice for atonement. When Nathan the prophet confronted him, David expected to die. Instead, he heard the astonishing words: "The Lord has taken away your sin. You shall not die." No wonder David begins Psalm 32 by exclaiming: "Oh, how blessed is he whose transgression is forgiven!"The psalm reveals three distinct Hebrew words for sin—transgression (crossing God's boundaries), sin (missing God's mark), and iniquity (being bent away from God)—painting a complete picture of our rebellion. For roughly nine months, David endured the physical and emotional consequences of his unconfessed sin: "My body wasted away through my groaning all day long. My vitality was drained away."David leaves us with three vital lessons: approach God without reservation, don't be stubborn "like a horse or mule" needing restraint, and trust in God's surrounding love. Through Christ's sacrifice, this blessing of forgiveness extends to us all. As 1 John 1:9 promises: "If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."Are you carrying the burden of unconfessed sin? Don't wait another day to experience the heavenly happiness that comes through honest confession. God's forgiveness awaits—it's a blessing too precious to miss.Video available at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dGzFi9uIK9M

In today's episode, we wrestle with St Paul's description of the Mosaic Law in Romans, which he indicates is both good, yet a cause of us stumbling. We conclude by pointing out how Paul resolves this inherent conflict with the Law. 

The Epistle of Barnabas is an early Christian work from around AD 100. Attributed to Paul's companion but likely anonymous, it reinterprets the Old Testament through allegory, claiming the Mosaic Law was never meant to be kept literally. Rich in symbolism and sharp in tone, Barnabas offers a bold vision of Christian identity in contrast to Judaism. It is a glimpse into how some in the early church read Scripture and saw itself in God's plan. Have a question? Send me an email: churchhistoryandtheology@proton.me All Resource episodes of Church History and Theology are donated to the public domain.

1 Timothy 1:6–11 warns against those who have turned from sound teaching to fruitless discussion, desiring to be teachers of the Law without understanding it. Paul clarifies that the Law is not for the righteous but for the lawless and sinful, listing specific moral violations. He concludes that the proper use of the Law aligns with the gospel he was entrusted to proclaim.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/lets-talk-scripture/donations

* Epistle to the Colossians: Paul's Epistle to the Colossians brings Christians to consider Christ's role in the Godhead and the very nature of the Trinity. Find out why Paul refers to the eternal Son of God as "the firstborn over all creation." Learn about God's delegation of authority as indicated by His creation of thrones and dominions, powers, principalities, and authorities. When Paul wrote that the Father nailed the law to the cross with Jesus, was he referring to the law of the land, or God's own Mosaic Law? Hear Paul describe the rules and regulations invented by churches as "self-imposed religion" having "no value against the indulgence of the flesh." Available on MP3-CD or MP3 download. BEL SUBSCRIPTIONS: Please consider one of our monthly subscriptions that will not only help support BEL, but they also promote better understanding of the Bible and may equip you to more effectively reach those around you. Monthly Downloads: Enjoy your monthly subscriptions downloaded rather than on disc. Monthly Sermons: Enjoy all of Bob's sermons from the month on Sermon Video DVD, great also to watch with the family. Or, get these on Sermon Audio CDs which are standard audio Compact Discs that will play on any CD player including the one in your car. Or get them on a single Sermon MP3-CD which will play on an MP3 player, in a DVD player, or in your computer.Monthly Bible Studies: Enjoy the Scriptures with Bob's Monthly Bible Study DVDs, great too for a small group Bible study. Or get these teachings on a single Monthly Bible Study Audio MP3- CD which will play on an MP3 player, in a DVD player, or in your computer.Monthly Topical Videos: Coming to your mailbox, you'll get a Monthly Topical DVD to enjoy one of Bob's great videos specially selected to be entertaining and to teach about life from a biblical worldview.Monthly Best of Bob Shows: Every month our crew selects the eight best BEL shows of the month and for the folks who might have missed some of them, we mail them out on the Best of Bob MP3-CD.Monthly BEL TV Classics: Enjoy Bob Enyart's timeless, popular TV show delivered to your home on the Monthly BEL TV Classics DVDs with great audio and video clarity thanks to our state-of-the-art mastering from the studio-quality Sony beta tapes to DVD!Monthly Donation: For folks who just want to make sure that Bob Enyart Live stays on the air, please consider making a pledge in the form of a Monthly Donation.

* Epistle to the Colossians: Paul's Epistle to the Colossians brings Christians to consider Christ's role in the Godhead and the very nature of the Trinity. Find out why Paul refers to the eternal Son of God as "the firstborn over all creation." Learn about God's delegation of authority as indicated by His creation of thrones and dominions, powers, principalities, and authorities. When Paul wrote that the Father nailed the law to the cross with Jesus, was he referring to the law of the land, or God's own Mosaic Law? Hear Paul describe the rules and regulations invented by churches as "self-imposed religion" having "no value against the indulgence of the flesh." Available on MP3-CD or MP3 download. BEL SUBSCRIPTIONS: Please consider one of our monthly subscriptions that will not only help support BEL, but they also promote better understanding of the Bible and may equip you to more effectively reach those around you. Monthly Downloads: Enjoy your monthly subscriptions downloaded rather than on disc. Monthly Sermons: Enjoy all of Bob's sermons from the month on Sermon Video DVD, great also to watch with the family. Or, get these on Sermon Audio CDs which are standard audio Compact Discs that will play on any CD player including the one in your car. Or get them on a single Sermon MP3-CD which will play on an MP3 player, in a DVD player, or in your computer.Monthly Bible Studies: Enjoy the Scriptures with Bob's Monthly Bible Study DVDs, great too for a small group Bible study. Or get these teachings on a single Monthly Bible Study Audio MP3- CD which will play on an MP3 player, in a DVD player, or in your computer.Monthly Topical Videos: Coming to your mailbox, you'll get a Monthly Topical DVD to enjoy one of Bob's great videos specially selected to be entertaining and to teach about life from a biblical worldview.Monthly Best of Bob Shows: Every month our crew selects the eight best BEL shows of the month and for the folks who might have missed some of them, we mail them out on the Best of Bob MP3-CD.Monthly BEL TV Classics: Enjoy Bob Enyart's timeless, popular TV show delivered to your home on the Monthly BEL TV Classics DVDs with great audio and video clarity thanks to our state-of-the-art mastering from the studio-quality Sony beta tapes to DVD!Monthly Donation: For folks who just want to make sure that Bob Enyart Live stays on the air, please consider making a pledge in the form of a Monthly Donation.

An awareness of sin is Satan's number one weapon to keep believers stagnant and paralyzed in one place. His strategy is to constantly remind us of our mistakes so that he can control us through guilt and shame. This spiritual paralysis is not a good place to be because being conscious of sin keeps us from receiving the liberty that Jesus gave us. The battle started in the garden of Eden when Adam and Eve sinned and went from being innocent to feeling guilty, ashamed, and afraid. This led to the temporary establishment of the Mosaic Law until Jesus came. Now that grace has come, God invites us to live under it so that sin will no longer have dominion over us. Thankfully, because of what Jesus did, we have been pardoned, forgiven, and declared innocent. To support the ministry financially, text "CDMPodcast" to 74483 or visit www.worldchangers.org.

Galatians | Grace To You | Pastor Chris Heller   What does it mean to live under grace? Do you have to keep the Law to be a Christian? All of it, or just part of it? Who is right? How will we know? As the gospel spread across the Roman world after Jesus' earthly ministry, conflicts arose over what it meant to be a Christian. The Galatian church included both Jewish and Gentile converts, and a theological crisis arose because many Jews still believed in keeping the Mosaic Law rather than receiving justification by faith. Disheartened, Paul writes to them, encouraging them to move on from the past and enjoy their newfound liberty in Christ. Are you stuck in your past? Join us this Sunday as we introduce our new summer sermon series, "Grace to You", a study of the book of Galatians, and learn how you can live in the freedom Christ provides.

* Epistle to the Colossians: Paul's Epistle to the Colossians brings Christians to consider Christ's role in the Godhead and the very nature of the Trinity. Find out why Paul refers to the eternal Son of God as "the firstborn over all creation." Learn about God's delegation of authority as indicated by His creation of thrones and dominions, powers, principalities, and authorities. When Paul wrote that the Father nailed the law to the cross with Jesus, was he referring to the law of the land, or God's own Mosaic Law? Hear Paul describe the rules and regulations invented by churches as "self-imposed religion" having "no value against the indulgence of the flesh." Available on MP3-CD or MP3 download. BEL SUBSCRIPTIONS: Please consider one of our monthly subscriptions that will not only help support BEL, but they also promote better understanding of the Bible and may equip you to more effectively reach those around you. Monthly Downloads: Enjoy your monthly subscriptions downloaded rather than on disc. Monthly Sermons: Enjoy all of Bob's sermons from the month on Sermon Video DVD, great also to watch with the family. Or, get these on Sermon Audio CDs which are standard audio Compact Discs that will play on any CD player including the one in your car. Or get them on a single Sermon MP3-CD which will play on an MP3 player, in a DVD player, or in your computer.Monthly Bible Studies: Enjoy the Scriptures with Bob's Monthly Bible Study DVDs, great too for a small group Bible study. Or get these teachings on a single Monthly Bible Study Audio MP3- CD which will play on an MP3 player, in a DVD player, or in your computer.Monthly Topical Videos: Coming to your mailbox, you'll get a Monthly Topical DVD to enjoy one of Bob's great videos specially selected to be entertaining and to teach about life from a biblical worldview.Monthly Best of Bob Shows: Every month our crew selects the eight best BEL shows of the month and for the folks who might have missed some of them, we mail them out on the Best of Bob MP3-CD.Monthly BEL TV Classics: Enjoy Bob Enyart's timeless, popular TV show delivered to your home on the Monthly BEL TV Classics DVDs with great audio and video clarity thanks to our state-of-the-art mastering from the studio-quality Sony beta tapes to DVD!Monthly Donation: For folks who just want to make sure that Bob Enyart Live stays on the air, please consider making a pledge in the form of a Monthly Donation.

* Epistle to the Colossians: Paul's Epistle to the Colossians brings Christians to consider Christ's role in the Godhead and the very nature of the Trinity. Find out why Paul refers to the eternal Son of God as "the firstborn over all creation." Learn about God's delegation of authority as indicated by His creation of thrones and dominions, powers, principalities, and authorities. When Paul wrote that the Father nailed the law to the cross with Jesus, was he referring to the law of the land, or God's own Mosaic Law? Hear Paul describe the rules and regulations invented by churches as "self-imposed religion" having "no value against the indulgence of the flesh." Available on MP3-CD or MP3 download. BEL SUBSCRIPTIONS: Please consider one of our monthly subscriptions that will not only help support BEL, but they also promote better understanding of the Bible and may equip you to more effectively reach those around you. Monthly Downloads: Enjoy your monthly subscriptions downloaded rather than on disc. Monthly Sermons: Enjoy all of Bob's sermons from the month on Sermon Video DVD, great also to watch with the family. Or, get these on Sermon Audio CDs which are standard audio Compact Discs that will play on any CD player including the one in your car. Or get them on a single Sermon MP3-CD which will play on an MP3 player, in a DVD player, or in your computer.Monthly Bible Studies: Enjoy the Scriptures with Bob's Monthly Bible Study DVDs, great too for a small group Bible study. Or get these teachings on a single Monthly Bible Study Audio MP3- CD which will play on an MP3 player, in a DVD player, or in your computer.Monthly Topical Videos: Coming to your mailbox, you'll get a Monthly Topical DVD to enjoy one of Bob's great videos specially selected to be entertaining and to teach about life from a biblical worldview.Monthly Best of Bob Shows: Every month our crew selects the eight best BEL shows of the month and for the folks who might have missed some of them, we mail them out on the Best of Bob MP3-CD.Monthly BEL TV Classics: Enjoy Bob Enyart's timeless, popular TV show delivered to your home on the Monthly BEL TV Classics DVDs with great audio and video clarity thanks to our state-of-the-art mastering from the studio-quality Sony beta tapes to DVD!Monthly Donation: For folks who just want to make sure that Bob Enyart Live stays on the air, please consider making a pledge in the form of a Monthly Donation.

The gospel demands our full attention—drifting from it comes at a great cost. If rejecting the Mosaic Law had consequences, how much more rejecting Jesus? God has confirmed His message through signs, wonders, and miracles. Stay anchored in the truth and hold tightly to the salvation Christ offers.

We continue reading the challenging chapters of the letter to the Hebrews. It was obviously written in the final years the Temple existed in Jerusalem before it was destroyed in AD70. Those who made the Temple and the Mosaic Law a highly important part of their lives and expectations, although accepting Jesus as their Messiah, were going to be devastated when the Temple was destroyed.Paul, whom it is generally agreed wrote Hebrews, is making a most urgent appeal to these believers to realize that although “Moses was faithful in all God's house as a servant” this was “to testify to the things that were to be spoken later” [3 v.5] by God's son. Moses was God's “servant” – “but Christ is faithful over God's house as a son.” [v.6] The Law was “the house” Moses created, it had now been superseded by the work of Christ in creating a spiritual house “not made with hands” [2 Cor. 5 v.1] that could not be destroyed.“And we are his house if indeed we hold fast our confidence and our boasting (rejoicing –AV) in our hope” [Heb 3 v.6] Note that word “if” and that Psalm 95 is quoted twice, [3 v.7; 4 v.5] “Today, IF you will hear his voice”Today – in 2025 – let us “hold fast” to what we hear – and read. If we are not really listening and taking the message into our hearts and acting on it – then the message is no benefit to us. We noted verses 2 and 4 in ch. 4, “For good news came to us just as to them, but the message they heard did not benefit them, because they were not united by faith with those who listened.”Could this be true of us also? Are you united with others in the original faith? Note how the word “if” occurs in ch. 3 v.13,14; “But exhort one another every day as long as it is called ‘today' that none of you may be hardened by the deceitfulness of sin. For we share in Christ, if indeed we hold our original confidence firm to the end.” May “the message … benefit' us as ”every day” we seek exhortations as we read God's word.

Jesus Tells Us to Remain in My Love: The True Heart of Christian Life The Church tells us of the Council of Jerusalem, the first ecumenical council of the early Church, . . . . . . which addressed a critical theological question: Must Gentile converts follow the Mosaic Law to become Christians? The council affirmed that Christianity is not merely a continuation of Judaism, but something fundamentally new, centered not on the law of Moses but on the person and love of Jesus Christ. The Homily draws a distinction between living under the law and abiding in Christ's love, emphasizing that salvation and unity in the Church come through the love of Christ, not through legalistic adherence to the old covenant. The command to “remain in my love” (spoken by Jesus at the Last Supper) is central to Christian life . . . not just visiting or receiving His love occasionally, but abiding in it continually. The Homily also reflects on the Eucharist as the heart of the Church's life, where believers are not only receivers of Christ's love, but also are received by Christ. Remaining in His love means living out His command to “love one another as I have loved you.” This abiding love is the source of unity, strength, and mission for the Christian community in a world full of distractions and fear. Listen to: Jesus Tells Us to Remain in My Love: The True Heart of Christian Life ---------------------------------------------------- A Quote from the Homily Are we going to remain in the gift that we have been given? Or are we going to leave that gift and live under some lesser thing? The temptation to the lesser thing is real. It's constant. It never goes away. And so, the remaining the abiding, or as the colic says, the persevering becomes important. It is one thing to embrace the faith. It is another, to live the faith. It is one thing to experience the love of Christ. It is another to remain in that love. And so, we gather here where it is wonderful that we can reflect on this and why? Because that love abides present here in the tabernacle. That one who loves us with the self-same love. ---------------------------------------------------- The Lord's Prayer: French Painter: James Tissot: 1886-1896 This painting resides at The Brooklyn Museum. ---------------------------------------------------- Gospel Reading: John 15: 9-11 First Reading: Acts 15: 7-21

Episode 2.7Was tithing in the Old Testament just 10%? In this episode, we take a deep dive into the tithes and offerings required under the Mosaic Law and discover a much broader and more complex picture than many realize. We explore the Levitical tithe, the Festival tithe, and the Charity tithe, which together averaged around 20–23% annually over a 7-year cycle—plus a range of sacrificial offerings and firstfruits contributions that could push total giving closer to 25–27%.We also walk through the different kinds of offerings—burnt, grain, peace, sin, guilt, firstfruits, and more—and how they functioned in Israel's worship and communal life. Whether you're interested in biblical history, financial stewardship, or understanding how ancient practices inform our view of generosity today, this episode is packed with biblical insight and practical implications.Find our videocast here: https://youtu.be/bAP5TY4noMwMerch here: https://take-2-podcast.printify.me/Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):⁠https://uppbeat.io/t/reakt-music/deep-stone⁠License code: 2QZOZ2YHZ5UTE7C8Find more Take 2 Theology content at http://www.take2theology.com

Mosaic Law (Written Law - 613 commandments: moral, civil, ceremonial) Oral Law (Traditions of the Elders - Detailed rules expanding how to apply Mosaic Law)

Throughout history, many churches and congregants do not proclaim the gospel manifested in God's better covenant, the New Covenant. Instead, they often tend to publicly take condemning political positions and emphasize the importance of the Mosaic Law in their daily lives. But Jesus died on the Cross in the fulfillment of the New Covenant. Is this a problem? If not, why not? Join Kevin as we dive into what some churches throughout history have often proclaimed, indeed proclaimed in effective substitution of God's grace and the New Covenant! // Download this episode's Application & Action questions and PDF transcript at whitestone.org.

I, Stewart Alsop, am thrilled to welcome Leon Coe back to the Crazy Wisdom Podcast for a second deep dive. This time, we journeyed from the Renaissance and McLuhan's media theories straight into the heart of theology, church history, and the very essence of faith, exploring how ancient wisdom and modern challenges intertwine. It was a fascinating exploration, touching on everything from apostolic succession to the nature of sin and the search for meaning in a secular age.Check out this GPT we trained on the conversationTimestamps00:43 I kick things off by asking Leon about the Renaissance, Martin Luther, and the profound impact of the printing press on religion.01:02 Leon Coe illuminates Marshall McLuhan's insights on how technologies, like print, shape our consciousness and societal structures.03:25 Leon takes us back to early Church history, discussing the Church's life and sacraments, including the Didache, well before the Bible's formal canonization.06:00 Leon explains the scriptural basis for Peter as the "rock" of the Church, the foundation for the office of the papacy.07:06 We delve into the concept of apostolic succession, where Leon describes the unbroken line of ordination from the apostles.11:57 Leon clarifies Jesus's relationship to the Law, referencing Matthew 5:17 where Jesus states he came to fulfill, not abolish, the Law.12:20 I reflect on the intricate dance of religion, culture, and technology, and the sometimes bewildering, "cosmic joke" nature of our current reality.16:46 I share my thoughts on secularism potentially acting as a new, unacknowledged religion, and how it often leaves a void in our search for purpose.19:28 Leon introduces what he calls the "most terrifying verse in the Bible," Matthew 7:21, emphasizing the importance of doing the Father's will.24:21 Leon discusses the Eucharist as the new Passover, drawing connections to Jewish tradition and Jesus's institution of this central sacrament.Key InsightsTechnology's Shaping Power: McLuhan's Enduring Relevance. Leon highlighted how Marshall McLuhan's theories are crucial for understanding history. The shift from an oral, communal society to an individualistic one via the printing press, for instance, directly fueled the Protestant Reformation by enabling personal interpretation of scripture, moving away from a unified Church authority.The Early Church's Foundation: Life Before the Canon. Leon emphasized that for roughly 300 years before the Bible was officially canonized, the Church was actively functioning. It had established practices, sacraments (like baptism and the Eucharist), and teachings, as evidenced by texts like the Didache, demonstrating a lived faith independent of a finalized scriptural canon.Peter and Apostolic Succession: The Unbroken Chain. A core point from Leon was Jesus designating Peter as the "rock" upon which He would build His Church. This, combined with the principle of apostolic succession—the laying on of hands in an unbroken line from the apostles—forms the Catholic and Orthodox claim to authoritative teaching and sacramental ministry.Fulfillment, Not Abolition: Jesus and the Law. Leon clarified that Jesus, as stated in Matthew 5:17, came not to abolish the Old Testament Law but to fulfill it. This means the Mosaic Law finds its ultimate meaning and completion in Christ, who institutes a New Covenant.Secularism's Spiritual Vacuum: A Modern Religion? I, Stewart, posited that modern secularism, while valuing empiricism, often acts like a new religion that explicitly rejects the spiritual and miraculous. Leon agreed this can lead to a sense of emptiness, as humans inherently long for purpose and connection to a creator, a void secularism struggles to fill.The Criticality of God's Will: Beyond Lip Service. Leon pointed to Matthew 7:21 ("Not everyone who says to me, ‘Lord, Lord,' will enter the kingdom of heaven...") as a stark reminder. True faith requires more than verbal profession; it demands actively doing the will of the Father, implying that actions and heartfelt commitment are essential for salvation.The Eucharist as Central: The New Passover and Real Presence. Leon passionately explained the Eucharist as the new Passover, instituted by Christ. Referencing John 6, he stressed the Catholic belief in the Real Presence—that the bread and wine become the literal body and blood of Christ—which is essential for spiritual life and communion with God.Reconciliation and Purity: Restoring Communion. Leon explained the Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession) as a vital means, given through the Church's apostolic ministry, to restore communion with God after sin. He also touched upon Purgatory as a state of purification for overcoming attachments to sin, ensuring one is perfectly ordered to God before entering Heaven.Contact Information*   Leon Coe: @LeonJCoe on Twitter (X)

In this episode of the Foundation Worldview Podcast, host Elizabeth Urbanowicz explores a challenging and often misunderstood topic: the relationship between being pro-life and the death penalty. Elizabeth begins by carefully defining the term "pro-life" and explaining the common fallacy of equivocation that often occurs in discussions surrounding it. From there, she takes listeners through a biblical perspective on capital punishment, examining passages from the Mosaic Law and explaining their context. Parents will gain clarity on how to help their children understand the difference between protecting innocent life and holding criminals accountable for their actions. Tune in for a biblically grounded discussion that equips you to guide your children in thinking clearly on this important topic.

By Carl Kinsella - The theme of this year's General Council of Elders was "30 Years of Legacy of Service and Faith!" Yet in the past and currently, there are views that the Mosaic Law is burdensome and labels God's Law as oppressive. Moses in Deuteronomy described it as wisdom that elevates and blesses Israel

In this powerful episode we dive deep into Acts 13:25-30, where Saint Paul delivers his transformative first sermon in Antioch. Fresh from Easter and Passion Week reflections, we explore the profound significance of Jesus Christ's crucifixion and resurrection, the cornerstone of Christian faith. Paul's message highlights how Old Testament prophecies—at least 28, including Genesis 3:15 and Zechariah 13:7—were fulfilled through Christ's death and resurrection, proclaiming Him as the Messiah. This episode unpacks the universal call to salvation, extended to both Jews and Gentiles, and the freedom from the Mosaic Law through faith in Jesus (Romans 8:3). We also draw from Matthew 10:22 to inspire believers to persevere through modern-day persecution, fulfilling Christ's prophecies as disciples of His disciples. With heartfelt reflections on living faith beyond fleeting emotions, this episode encourages steadfast devotion and celebrates the eternal glory awaiting those who endure (2 Timothy 2:12). Tune in for rich biblical insights, practical applications, and a renewed passion for the risen Christ. Subscribe for weekly episodes to grow in faith and share the message of salvation!

Questions about why some churches say you need to keep the Mosaic Law and the gospel of Christ to be saved, and whether or not it's inappropriate for Christians to celebrate Passover since it's a celebration from Judaism and the Messiah has already come.   Why do some churches say you need to keep the Mosaic Law and the gospel of Christ to be saved? Is it inappropriate for a Christian to celebrate Passover since it's a celebration from Judaism and the Messiah has already come?

Send us a textWhat happens when religious institutions claim divine powers that Scripture reserves for God alone? Our conversation dives deep into Catholic doctrine, particularly examining the troubling claim that priests can forgive sins and transform bread and wine into Christ's literal body and blood.We unpack how these teachings directly contradict Scripture's clear message about who holds ultimate spiritual authority. As one participant notes, "I'm not lying when I say that the Pope thinks he is Christ on earth—that's their creed." This exploration isn't about attacking individuals but understanding how theological misconceptions impact our relationship with God.The discussion transitions to an equally profound question: What does true Sabbath observance look like for believers today? Moving beyond debates about Saturday versus Sunday worship, we examine what Scripture actually teaches about rest, worship, and the spiritual purpose behind this commandment. Participants offer diverse perspectives on what meaningful Sabbath practice involves—from focused worship and prayer to serving others as Christ did.A fascinating theological exchange emerges around the continuity between Old and New Covenants. While some argue the entire Mosaic Law has been fulfilled in Christ, others highlight the moral principles that transcend covenant boundaries. This leads to critical observations about how contemporary churches have often blended covenant practices, sometimes without biblical warrant.The conversation concludes with a preview of tomorrow's discussion focusing specifically on the theological implications of claiming authority to forgive sins. Join us as we continue examining these foundational questions that shape how we understand God's authority, Christ's finished work, and our place in His kingdom.The Balance of GrayGod, doubt, and proof walk into a podcast... it goes better than you'd expect!Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show

For centuries, supersessionist assumptions in higher education led generations of academics to assume that Jesus came to abolish the Mosaic Law. Today, a new generation of professors and researchers is producing rigorous, meticulously cited work arguing for a different perspective—that Jesus kept the Torah, valued the Torah, and instructed his disciples to keep the Torah and keep practicing Judaism. We're joined today by Dr. Logan Williams and Dr. Paul Sloan, who have recently inaugurated a podcast of their own, called Jesus and Jewish Law, where they demonstrate how their research has led them to this pro-Torah view of Jesus. — Takeaways — ► Jesus' relationship to the Torah is a complex issue with varied interpretations. The traditional view that Jesus came to abolish the law is being challenged by a new generation of scholars who argue that Jesus was Torah-observant. ► Studying ancient Jewish sources like the Mishnah and Tosefta is important to properly understand the legal and cultural debates in Jesus' time. Misunderstandings arise from a lack of familiarity with these sources and the nuances of Jewish law. ► A Torah-observant view of Jesus can have a transformative impact on Christian faith and practice. The Torah contains life-giving principles . They believe that understanding Jesus within his Jewish context can help to overcome negative stereotypes about Jewish law and enrich Christian spirituality. — Chapters — (00:00) Meet Our Guests (01:52) Diverse Perspectives in Academia on Jesus and Jewish Law (07:41) Jesus and Jewish Law Podcast Perspective Summary (16:36) Personal Journeys into Biblical Studies (30:36) Using Rabbinic Literature in Academic Contexts (39:58) New Testament as Jewish Literature (42:23) Healing on the Sabbath: Jesus' Perspective (44:51) Experiencing the Commandments as Life (01:03:36) Upcoming Books and Research — Resources — Jesus and Jewish Law Podcast on Apple Podcast Jesus and the Law of Moses: The Gospels and the Restoration of Israel within First-Century Judaism by Paul T. Sloan Jesus and the forces of Death: The Gospels' Portrayal of Ritual Impurity within First-Century Judaism by Matthew Thiessen

• God the Son, Jesus: His life on Earth • Purpose: To explain God's Word • To live a perfect life • We follow Jesus' pattern for sanctification How did Christ live His life on earth and what can we learn from it? Listen to this lesson to hear four areas where Christ showed His purpose for coming to earth. See how He challenged the Pharisees' legalistic interpretation of the Mosaic Law. Find out how He handled temptations and when He did and did not use His divine power. Remember we are to live our lives in the same manner as Jesus by relying on prayer, the Word of God, and the Holy Spirit.

Greg talks about the House of David series, then he answers questions about why someone should read the Bible rather than the Quran or the Book of Mormon, how God stirs our hearts to do things, and whether or not one category of the Old Testament Law still applies to us.   Topics: Commentary: Thoughts on the House of David series (00:00) Why should I read the Bible rather than the Quran or the Book of Mormon? (20:00) How does God stir our hearts to do things? (36:00) What do you think of the idea that we can divide the Old Testament Law into three categories—judicial levitical, and moral—and the moral regulations still apply? (47:00) Mentioned on the Show:  Reality Student Apologetics Conference – April 25–26 in Dayton, OH House of David – Series on Prime The Story of Reality: How the World Began, How It Ends, and Everything Important that Happens in Between by Greg Koukl Does God Whisper? Part 1, Part 2, Part 3 by Greg Koukl Related Links: Where Did These Minimal Facts about the Resurrection Come From? by Amy Hall (quoting Gary Habermas) How Does the Old Testament Law Apply to Christians Today? by Greg Koukl Why We're Not Under the Mosaic Law by Amy Hall Should Followers of Christ Observe the Torah? by Amy Hall The Law Is Good by Amy Hall

Today Mary welcomes Dr. Tim Chaffey to discuss the controversial Hebrew Roots Movement. Far from simply trying to understand the Jewish roots of the Bible, this movement seeks to answer the question about what happens when Gentiles and Jews get saved: do Gentiles become Jews?  For centuries, the people of God were Jews, with the exception of some Gentiles who came to faith in the God of Israel. The early church consisted mostly of Jewish believers in Jesus, but when the gospel went to the Gentiles, there was a new dynamic that, unfortunately, even led some to believe that Christians were the new Israel and now received all the promises of God solely. This teaching continues today across the church spectrum. Why is there so much confusion about who is who, when the epistles clearly address these things head on? But with the HRM, there is even more confusion regarding the Mosaic Law, the feasts of Israel, who is a Jew, and what is Israel. Here to help us sort it all out is Dr. Chaffey, whose comprehensive article on the subject can be found here.   Stand Up For The Truth Videos: https://rumble.com/user/CTRNOnline & https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgQQSvKiMcglId7oGc5c46A

Was the Mosaic Law a burdensome set of rules meant to be broken? Did Jesus overthrow the Torah—or fulfill it? In this special episode of The Biblical Mind Podcast, we revisit the pilot episode of the Jesus and the Jewish Law podcast, hosted by Paul Sloan and Logan Williams. Together, they walk through seven widespread misconceptions about the Law and how these misunderstandings distort our reading of both the Old and New Testaments. You'll hear why the Law was never meant to be a ladder to earn salvation, how it was designed to maintain God's presence among His people, and why ritual purity doesn't equal sin. They also explore the difference between distinction and exclusion, how the Law does not uniformly obligate all humans, and how Jesus builds on—not breaks—the Torah's ethical depth. If you've ever wrestled with questions about the sacrificial system, purity laws, Gentile inclusion, or what Jesus really meant in the Sermon on the Mount, this episode offers a clear, accessible, and richly Hebraic guide to reading the Law like Jesus did.   Jesus and Jewish Law Podcast: Apple = https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jesus-and-jewish-law/id1791111864 Spotify = https://open.spotify.com/show/1QCKgVOnEmtfFwRQtWlBSV   We are listener supported. Give to the cause here: https://hebraicthought.org/give For more articles: https://thebiblicalmind.org/ Social Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HebraicThought/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hebraicthought/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/hebraicthought/ X: https://www.twitter.com/HebraicThought/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/hebraicthought.org   Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:01 Misconceptions About the Law: An Overview 05:57 Debunking Misconceptions: The Nature of the Law 12:08 Understanding Impurity and Its Implications 17:59 The Role of Sacrifice in the Law 20:02 Conclusion and Future Topics

What does the Mosaic Law mean for Christians today? Are we still under it—or something else entirely? Dr. Peter Goeman (Shepherds Theological Seminary, The Bible Sojourner) joins us to discuss how believers should understand the Law, the difference between the Law of Moses and the Law of Christ, and why it all matters for your walk with Jesus.00:00 Welcome to the Sound Words Podcast02:06 The Mosaic Law05:42 Dangers of Applying the Law to the Church08:42 The Ten Commandments11:54 How to Principlize the Law16:39 The Law of Christ18:30 How Jesus Fulfilled the Law21:48 Appreciation of God by Studying the LawSound Words is a ministry of Indian Hills Community Church, a Bible teaching church in Lincoln, NE. Sound Words is also a partner of Foundations Media, a collective of Christian creators passionate about promoting biblical theology and applying it to everyday life. Learn more at https://foundationsmedia.org. Follow on Instagram Follow on Facebook Follow on YouTube Follow on Twitter Follow on Threads Visit https://ihcc.org

In this episode of the Gotta Be Saints podcast, I sit down with Matthew Wiseman, convert to Catholicism and author of The Two Jerusalems, for a powerful conversation about his journey from the Messianic movement to the Catholic Church.Raised in a devout Southern Baptist home, Matthew's family began a home church that eventually led them into the Hebrew Roots movement, where they embraced the Mosaic Law and Old Testament festivals. But what began as a sincere desire to follow Scripture more faithfully soon revealed deep questions—especially about authority, unity, and interpretation.Matthew shares how a hunger for truth and clarity led him to explore Jewish oral tradition, Anglicanism, and ultimately Catholicism. We discuss the need for a living authority in the Church, the flaws of sola scriptura, and the life-changing impact of discovering the Liturgy of the Hours. He also shares the role his family played in his conversion journey and how reading the Catechism of the Catholic Church helped lead his wife into the Church as well.This episode isn't just about one man's conversion. It's about the longing we all share for truth, unity, and a Church that reflects Christ fully.Topics Covered:What it's like growing up in the Hebrew Roots movementWhy the Mosaic Law alone isn't enough—and what that reveals about ScriptureThe role of tradition and authority in interpreting the BibleMatthew's personal conversion story and how it affected his familyThe beauty and power of praying the Psalms and the Liturgy of the HoursWhy unity in the Church matters and what drew him to CatholicismHow reading the Catechism brought his wife into the Church