Witnessing to Jews: Romans

How the Bible teaches that Abraham and David were righteous by faith apart from works. This study is part of a verse by verse series through the book of Romans with pastor Mike Winger of Hosanna Christian Fellowship in Bellflower, CA.

[@lindarobey8935]

I'm a born again Christian and an ethnic Jew. I trusted Christ in March, 1974 through the preaching and teaching of Isaiah 53.

[@romansone16radio39]

Linda Robey amen Sister

[@yahyahyor]

AMEN!

[@jannesfourie2370]

🙏

[@patticarey9016]

Praise God!!!!!

[@TragedysHalo]

I'm trying to witness to Jewish folks as well. What, specifically, in Isaiah 53 converted you? I just get told I interpret these verses wrong..

[@golvic1436]

I was born Jewish, but I lost my faith and became one of those annoying Atheists you find all over the Internet. Then I learned the evidence of Jesus and the early church, and now I live my life for Jesus the Messiah, who died for my sins on the cross and though His grace I am saved.

[@Jonnycuttcorners]

So awesome to hear that man!

[@brianmichael7132]

Believing Yeshua in a the Jewish Messiah is Jewish. The Law gives a still Good too and applicable, outside of Temple practices of course, which aren't available.

[@BIBLEGYAN]

@@seriouslyiknowhowtoread read Isiah 53

[@JerseyGurl4Life]

💜✡️💜

[@pauljomento8357]

@@seriouslyiknowhowtoread read Isaiah 53, and btw Yeshua and all the original disciples were Jewish, not gentile..

[@darrancooper2269]

This Romans study changed my life! Thank you Mike, so glad I was drawn to your teaching.

[@Billie_Marie_]

Making my way through this series ... Thank you 🤩

[@nancyswass119]

Teacher, this one was deep and personal to me. Thank you for your God given gift, and your willingness to work for The Kingdom.

[@patticarey9016]

Excellent teaching, Mike! Your teachings in Romans is helping me to connect the dots, to weave the tapestry found in the Bible from OT to NT. This series is having a profound impact on my walk, my Christian life and is a blessing. Thank you! Onward to the next video on Romans.........:)

[@stacy2point0]

beautiful teaching.

[@chrissyknott9485]

Excellent teaching Mike. God has truly gifted you thru the power of his holy spirit.

[@ipaporod]

Faith without works is empty/dead, works are the product of faith!.True faith produces fruits of the spirit (mercy.patience,love, ect) which are converted into good works/deeds.You can not please God if you do not have faith but you must bear fruit as well to be accepted into God's kingdom.The tree that don't bear fruit is going to be cut down and thrown into the fire, that is a biblical fact and truth!.Faith and works are linked together as proof of a Christian commitment with God and evidence of Christ Lordship in his life.FAITH PRODUCE GOOD WORKS AND GOOD WORKS ARE THE EVIDENCE OF TRUE ,GENUINE AND SAVING FAITH!.

[@ChrisHolman]

Amen

[@kevinwynn6582]

Mike, great video. I wanted to point something out that almost everyone misses in Genesis 15. I don't even remember who pointed it out to me but it was really interesting. In verse 5 when God tells Abraham to count the stars if he can it was not dark yet so Abraham couldn't even see the stars yet but he still believed they were there. Notice the sun doesn't even start to go down until verse 12 and hadn't set until verse 17.

[@John119119]

kevin wynn nice!

[@philipbuckley759]

some people are blessed, with an eye, for detail.....

[@wemetatwawa]

Cool observation. I guess we don’t really know if it was early morning though , do we? I wake up before the sun and I still see stars in the morning if it’s clear. Ya know?

[@kevinschaefer3945]

@@wemetatwawa It seems to me that the time of day Abram saw the stars is irrelevant, as it appears that he was still having a vision when God showed him the stars and vv 12 and 17 seem to be occurring post vision, so to speak, as he fell into a deep sleep at that time (v. 12); unless he fell asleep during the vision, which seems unlikely.

[@sashalovedbyjesus]

Thank you Mike! God bless you

[@NewCreationInChrist896]

Amen trust Christ He promised us we didn’t make a salvation promise to Him. We express our (gift) of faith-righteousness through obedience, love and gratitude of His mercy and grace.

[@r3qu13m]

8:04 "This is the lockpicking lawyer, and what I have for you today is a door..."

[@ellenitg]

God bless you abundantly

[@dsymonkey]

MIKE YOU ARE DA BESTEST TEACHER EVA LOVE YA BROTHER

[@patrickbarry6273]

Appreciate the teaching. 🙏

[@allthethingsyouwillsee1081]

Thanks Pastor Mike

[@salinger1106]

Praise the Lord!

[@AmericanTorah]

"Under the law" is possibly the most misunderstood phrase in the entire Bible.

[@jamesjahavey1681]

John 17:3  .This means everlasting life, their coming to know you, the only true God, and the one whom you sent, Jesus Christ.

[@robertlavrakas7442]

Super teaching!

[@dorothysittler8120]

9:01 Ephesians 5:1 Imitate me as I follow CHRIST.

[@SecretPlacePsalm91]

This was really good!

[@enid4555]

What's the song at the end? I like it

[@PrenticeBoy1688]

Do any of you SoCal Calvary Chapel brothers and sisters in Christ know if that Pastor Steve Tassi chap ever repented of his teaching about the OT Jews being saved by the Law? I'm not CC, just for the sake of clarity. Although I disagree with a few CC distinctive teachings, I do truly regard you all as my brothers and sisters. I look forward to seeing you all when we're in the presence of Our Lord.

[@goesthadistance]

Thank you.

[@nancycali4644]

I’m saved but I can’t find a church. I’ve had bad experiences with church. Do I have to attend church? Would I be ok with I don’t go to church?

[@godlysnowboarder77]

Attending church is not required for salvation. Max is right, faith in Jesus's attonement for our sins is the only requirement initially. BUT.... it is a good idea to find a church. There are many benefits with becoming a member/regular attende at a local church. Once you find a church that you feel comfortable at (of course a church that is biblically based) you will be able to become apart of a local church family. You will have a support system. People you can pray with. People to hold you in their prayers. People you can have Godly fellowship with. People to help you grow spiritually. You will have access to speak with pastors to get advice. You will have people to hold you accountable in your spiritual growth. Help you stay on the right path. It is not a requirement for salvation but it is highly recommended to find a local church to attend 😀

[@nancycali4644]

@@godlysnowboarder77 wow thank u. Great points. God bless!!!

[@victorcritelli5790]

Thank You for a good explanation of Grace I feel is lost these days, Seems any talk about repentance, or mortifying the flesh after salvation is rejected as works many feel that salvation involves puling out a lawn chair sunglasses, and a cold drink waiting for a rapture out of any uncomfortably ,And God forbid they should be made to feel uncomfortable about sin, However, True belive will have works Just as Abraham believed and it was counted to him as righteousness and because he had faith works came its not faith plus works but as James said True Faith will have works Because its true faith

[@DeusEstPrimus]

No Mike, you had it right the 1st time. Atheism is a religion and their God is Science. I mean, they ceratainly have no issue envoking the supernatural to explain evolution, string theory etc.

[@brianmichael7132]

Mike Winger Every aspect of the Law thats available to do is still Good, for Jews and non-Jews. Sabbath's, New Moons, Holy Days are a beautiful way to engage God and His Holy Spirit, as well as Yeshua the Messiah. However, we can add No thing to the work of the Messiah on the cross.

[@kylerobidoux2385]

People say salvation is not by works but then they say you can lose your salvation by bad works. I don’t get it? Why does the entire book of Galatians say it’s by grace through faith, period, and then finish by saying what SOUNDS like if you do sins of the flesh you won’t inherit the kingdom of God? Since the Bible does say it’s a gift not of works, and it cannot contradict itself, what am I missing? People answer me by saying “he meant if you practice sin” but like am I the only one who sins every day?? Bethany

[@stuartmoyer6548]

Practicing sin is sinning as a lifestyle and indicator of no salvation Falling into sin while still living on a corrupt earth *although* believing just puts you in the same boat as Abraham, David, Peter, Paul, etc. Remember Jesus DIED to make salvation possible for poor, stupid, corrupt mankind IF THEY ONLY BELIEVE and if anybody makes it too hard/conditional they are crucifying Him again and probably excluding even our forefathers in faith from their inheritance

[@natashalucas5082]

🇹🇹 I have questions If circumcision was just a sign what about Exodus 4:24-26 seemed more serious than "just a sign"

[@Ironsharpensiron89]

If circumcision is a sign would it be fair to compare it to water baptism? ~2 minutes later… never mind thanks for answering my question

[@angietyndall7337]

Check out One for Israel Mike Winger. They speak about the Bible and even have a podcast in which they talk about the Bible and it in Hebrew and Greek...eye opening as well. I'm learning alot from them,just like with you.

[@pablocorrea3958]

Just on the first part of the video: So, is there a need for a teacher at all? Or is it just the Bible and myself, as long as I know how to read? These questions puzzle me. Why do I need a teacher like Mike, or anyone else? Why is Mike “teaching” through this video?

[@wemetatwawa]

Pablo Correa I don’t want to put words in his mouth, but I would think that he would want you to search the scriptures for your self. Some are called to teach and pastor and others have different callings/gifts. There is nothing wrong with listening to a teacher give a sermon on sound doctrine. The problem is solely relying on a teacher for your salvation.

[@rbryananthony6637]

The disciples had Jesus as Teacher! The danger is "worshipping" a certain teacher instead of the Grand Teacher, the Holy Spirit. I'd have to agree, check the scriptures for yourself but don't obstain from good and honest biblical teaching. I went to Seminary for 7 years and gained excellent teachings on the Bible and Christian living.

[@lmorter7867]

It makes sense that we are restored to God by faith and believing God since we are separated from him because we don't believe or trust him (in the garden "Did God really say..?). Also, if circumcision is required for salvation only men would be in heaven. I sure hope not!

[@bryanhempel4764]

L Morter even in the Old Testament it was a Circumcision of the Heart. The outward circumcision is a symbol of the inward Circumcision of the heart. Rom 2:28-29; Deut 30:6; Gal 3:26; Jer 4:4; Eph 2:8-9... there is many more verses on this. Basically physical Circumcision is symbolic and you must perfectly keep the law for it to matter however true Circumcision is a matter of the heart and having a heart for God and Christ so it is for everyone.

[@davegink9222]

What about the claim that Christians changed the Torah, to make prophecy come true?

[@lindarobey8935]

Genesis 15 is the Abrahamic Covenant...which is unconditional and eternal. It has not been fulfilled but will be fulfilled in the 1,000 year Kingdom. This is the Land Covenant portion of the New Covenant. It is a one way promise on God's part.

[@Rebecca_DeVoll]

So good, feel like a bobblehead lol

[@jamesjahavey1681]

Matthew 7:21  .Not everyone saying to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter into the Kingdom of the heavens, but only the one doing the will of my Father who is in the heavens will.

[@theneverending9319]

James JAH Avey read it in context sport. The context is false prophets. Start at verse 15. It says they never knew him.

[@jozzen77]

And this is the will of him that sent me, that every one which seeth the Son, and believeth on him, may have everlasting life John 6:39

[@JosephLachh]

Me: wait a second Mike, so Abraham just had to believe what God said about his kids Mike: look at what the text says, it says he believed in God Me: :O

[@waynespiker1]

Which law, written or oral? Who can and cannot obey? Who was called to the law of God and who was excised (Messianic Jew or Gentile christian? Are either of these two forbidden or may we voluntarily observe? Of the 613 laws, two thirds were contingent to the temple and priestly culture. Of the other third, how many of the 'forever...' commands and the ' Through out your generations' stop meaning forever and as ' long as one Jew still exists you must obey'? If we question 'forever' here as until Jesus comes, then we must question whether or not your forever salvation is only temporary! Instead of placing the law in either legal, moral or ceremony categories, rather, who was called to the law (Jew or Gentile, male or female); upon what is it contingent

[@HmongGuitarPlayer]

What about James 2:24

[@philipbuckley759]

there seems to be something...large...missing.....in respect to no works....tried to leave a comment, and your people misrepresented the comment....the expression was...salvation, by grace....evidenced, by works....I think the Book of Galatians speaks of the fruits of the spirit...and James actually speaks of demonstrating his salvation, by his works....ergo something is amiss....this may very well also take in the concept, or belief in once saved, always saved....

[@pizzylee1978]

The Bible is clear there is one way and one way only , not 2. Not trust in Christ or be a Jew. Denying Christ can’t get you to heaven. Not sure why secular Jews in particular would ever think that

[@pablocorrea3958]

Please don’t take me wrong. Our family is Jewish but my great great grandparents converted to Christianity in the 1800’s during the migration. However, an informed Jew will not say that father Abraham was saved because he was a good man, so I think Mike is mistaken there and in many other instances. So, back with the “teacher” thing, unless we actually do a thorough research, we may just end up “repeating” what Mike is mistakenly affirming as truth. It’s very puzzling.

[@blindvision4703]

Hey, Pastor Mike, if I have a repetitive thing of got any and neglecting responsibilities like practicing piano, am I not being repentant enough to call Jesus my Lord? Or am I thinking about it wrong?

[@toddcote4904]

What do mean? If you play the piano you're not repentant enough?

[@blindvision4703]

@@toddcote4904 no, if I’m neglecting the responsibility to practice, if that’s being lazy.

[@toddcote4904]

@@blindvision4703 So your question is, "If I neglect practicing playing, am I being repentant enouh to call Jesus my Lord?" Interesting thought... Do you think someone playing or not playing the piano is sinful?

[@blindvision4703]

@@toddcote4904 The point is that it feels to me like I'm neglecting responsibilities, which to me seems like selfishness and/or laziness; thus, is THAT sinful?

[@toddcote4904]

@@blindvision4703 When you say "responsibilities", how does that relate to playing the piano? Do you earn a living by playing the piano, and thereby are neglecting to feed your family? The bible has several passages that teach us what sin is. Violating God's laws (ten commandments), violating the law of love, law of faith, not doing good when we know we ought to, not being thankful, not rejoicing, not following through on our "yes" and "no", etc. The Holy Spirit guides our conscience towards the truth. If you are sinning, then indeed you need to repent. Selfishness and slothfulness are not fruits of the Spirit, but Jesus is merciful and is ready to forgive and has forgiven men of all sin. I'm not saying you are or aren't in sin. I don't know your situation. I'm only trying to guide you in the truth of God's word.

[@jedangiwan9571]

Pastor, is abraham not a jew?

[@justinm4497]

But works are an evidence of faith, as James says. not saying works save you, but it is evidence of faith.

[@lindarobey8935]

Abraham didn't go to heaven....no OT saint went to heaven. Before the resurrection of Christ, the OT saints went to Sheol (what was called Abraham's bosom/paradise in Luke 16). Sheol was the "place of the dead" and it was divided into two parts by a chasm. Hades (hell) was where the wicked dead went and paradise/Abraham's bosom was where the righteous dead went. There was no "regeneration" in the OT, so the saints were called "righteous", not saved as we know salvation today.

[@DPD708]

Linda Robey trying to understand OT salvation. Seems to me Salvation is indeed different then. Of course in church age it is faith only. How could it be by faith only if Christ had not died yet? The law and prophets has to do w/ works? Genesis 22 Abraham obeyed God.

[@lindarobey8935]

. @@DPD708 Abram/Abraham was before the Mosaic Law. Romans 4:3 For what saith the scripture? Abraham believed God, and it was counted unto him for righteousness. Genesis 15:5 And he brought him forth abroad, and said, Look now toward heaven, and tell the stars, if thou be able to number them: and he said unto him, So shall thy seed be. Genesis 15:6 And he (Abram) believed in the LORD; and he counted it to him for righteousness. The Mosaic Law was temporary (until Christ) and was not given to the nation of Israel for salvation. The purpose of the Mosaic Law was to prepare Israel for the coming of Christ (Galatians 3:19-25). Salvation has always been by grace through faith from Genesis through Revelation.

[@Robwolf28]

The sign of Abrahamic Covenant was circumcision, but the sign of the Noachide Covenant was the rainbow. Then the Sabbath is a sign given to Israel for all generations.

[@christdiedforoursins5756]

A wicked and adulterous generation seeketh after sign is what Jesus said and no sign would be given unto the nation of Israel except for the sign of the prophet Jonah who was three days and three nights In The Belly of the whale and so the son of man would be in the Earth for three days and three nights and then he would raise but there was also a sign given and it was that a virgin will conceive and bring for the Son and his name would be called Jesus for he would save his people from their sins and whoever didn't believe in this prophet whom God did promise to send to Moses would be cut off from the people and anyone who didn't listen to him and didn't obey him would be cut off from Israel Jesus is the messiah

[@Robwolf28]

@@christdiedforoursins5756 (Rom 11:v32 For God has shut up all in disobedience, so that He might show mercy to all.)

[@christdiedforoursins5756]

@@Robwolf28 amen

[@ibelieve3111]

Hey

[@jamesjahavey1681]

Are you still teaching that the Christ was misleading the masses? Did Jesus say he was a JW or not KJV? Luke 4:17-19 So the scroll of the prophet Isaiah was handed him, and he opened the scroll and found the place where it was written:  “Jehovah’s spirit is upon me, because he anointed me to declare good news to the poor, he sent me forth to preach a release to the captives and a recovery of sight to the blind, to send the crushed ones away with a release,  to preach Jehovah’s acceptable year.”

[@toddcote4904]

What's your point?

[@zacdredge3859]

31:35 I think a better response to this is that they need to get into to the 1st century! 😅

[@genebridges79]

What is the Gospel? If a sincere Jew has laid down his works righteousness before they die, do they go upstairs or downstairs? The correct answer is that they go upstairs, because regeneration precedes faith. Does a person have to affirm certain facts about Christ and the Resurrection? No, they don’t. Why? Because according to Romans 10 and Joel 2, the LORD is the proper object of saving faith, not propositions about God, Christ, etc. The sum and substance of the Gospel has not changed since the days of Adam.

[@davegink9222]

I would love to see you sit down with Ben Shapiro.

[@messianicagejudaism]

The Lost Sheep of the house of Israel will be awaken and brought back to the Messiah..and to the land of Israel and they will be the light to the nations. It's not your doctrine what will make the Jews come to the Messiah. It's the prophecy of the father that will be fulfilled.

[@toddcote4904]

What is greater the body of Christ or a 3rd temple?

[@marxtheenigma873]

Animal sacrifice was not a glorious and honorable thing. It was a necessary evil. In Hebrews 10:5 it says it does not please Him.

[@joshuadanielrocks]

If one reads Matthew 5 in its own context then you can clearly see that in that set of verses (The Sermon on the Mount) that Jesus is actually preaching something much more akin to Rabbinical Judaism. He expands the law. He never even implies that it is grace through faith that saves. Actually when you look closely at it...reflect on whether the author of Matthew and Paul actually have the same theology. This may be a clue that the New Testament may not be quite as cohesive as some believe. If you study the codes of Orthodox Judaism you will see that In Matthew Jesus is "building a fence around the Torah" which is exactly how Orthodox Jews approach it. That way you make it even more difficult to violate God's commandments. Paul is preaching something very different.

[@kevinwynn6582]

Joshua, You are right Jesus is expanding the law in the sermon on the mount. He said that unless our righteousness surpassed that of the scribes and Pharisees we could not enter the Kingdom of Heaven. Paul is not at odds with Jesus's teaching he is trying to tell us how we can live Jesus's teaching. Jesus taught us to love each other the way He loved us. Paul is saying that through faith in Christ we can receive the Grace to actually do that.

[@fireandworms]

Jesus says "go and be perfect like your Father in Heaven." If He was preaching what you say, then nobody would go to Heaven, because none of us are perfect like our Father in Heaven. We all fall short of that standard... which is precisely what Paul says in Romans 3:23. None of us meet that standard, so we need something more in order to be perfected.

[@adamelkins4612]

This whole faith without work is such BS and misleading. Where in the OT after the revelation at Sinai are works not necessary? The key here is after Sinai. Whatever happened before Sinai has no bearing on Jewish commandments or law. Jewish people’s service of G-d comes from what was given at Sinai: a written and oral law. How often in the prophets do the prophets tell the people to change how they are acting. You really need to understand that Sinai changed the people of Israel’s relationship with G-d. Sinai introduced commandments. By living a life according to the commandments that is how you obtain a relationship with G-d. Faith is important but it is not the only thing. According to what you are saying I could be a murderer but just by believing in Jesus, I am saved? How does that make sense? One more thing Mike, I would love to see a debate between you and Rabbi Tovia Singer.

[@BonnieReimer1975]

Circumcision - another cleanliness Sign… to practice to this day!

[@michellewhite5752]

Why would you ditch the Hebrew Scriptures for Paul? You’re choosing Paul over Moses, Isaiah, Ezra, and all the prophets. Why do that? For one dishonest guy who had a vision? Why not Mohammed? At least he was a monotheist?

[@DH-kl3ob]

Mike, have you ever talked to a Jew (a knowledgeable one) as to why we don't accept the Christian message (or any other faith for that matter)? You are presupposing that Paul is telling the truth. Why do you trust him? Think about this: It is possible that the New Testament AND Hebrew Bible are true, or both false, BUT it is NOT possible that the New Testament true and the Hebrew Bible false. Remember, you began your Christian walk with a belief, not with the Hebrew Bible. Don't assume, because Paul says we have veils over our eyes, that he is telling the truth. Please give the Jewish perspective a chance before coming to your conclusion. If you'd like to chat more, I'd be happy to. One note about Abraham's righteousness through faith...this was an action. In fact, it is the first of the Ten Commandments. Like all other commandments in the Torah, they all require a certain amount of "action." Again, Paul takes this verse out of context and/or misunderstands what it is telling us.

[@seany280]

Danny Harper I am in Israel and I have spoken with several Jews (mid to late 20s). They all say something in common: they were forbidden to be affiliated with anyone and anything about Jesus or the New Testament by their parents and teachers. Both the Old and New Testament are written through the inspiration of God's Spirit (Holy Spirit). Don't you think that God is powerful enough to give us a book? Read the New Testament with faith and an open mind instead of reading it with a made up mind to reject it.

[@toddcote4904]

What action is needed to obey the 10th commandment? Do you believe Jesus was a historical person that actually lived 2000 years ago?

[@RedCubUK]

He can’t give an honest Jewish perspective because his agenda is converting Jews. Giving an honest Jewish perspective on this subject - by Jews who have studied these texts themselves - would threaten that missionary narrative.

[@amisbreakthrough5064]

We Jews ✡️ will never believe in Christianity! We heard your message for 2000 years. Please leave us alone! Thanks 😊

[@ACVoaMHeraldforTheKING]

You don't have to "convert" to a new religion called "Christianity". True "Judaism" continued through Yeshua. What sacrifice do you have for sins?

[@ACVoaMHeraldforTheKING]

Please watch the links I posted you from Israel. Bless you.

[@amisbreakthrough5064]

@@ACVoaMHeraldforTheKING First of all you didn't post any links. Number #2 Judaism and Christianity are two separate religions with profound differences. What you call the father is our g-d but you've replaced him with Jesus. Number #3 blood sacrifices were not for all sins but mostly for sins that were unintentional. That means if you committed a sin willfully, you can't bring a sacrifice and you would need to repent. The Tanach states that in the times of exile after the destruction of the temple g-d said that you can speak to me. Anyways, sacrifices are considered the worst for of atonement after repenting, changing your ways and asking for forgiveness. So what we have instead is to pray 3 times a day. Your Jing James bible writes "a body I've prepared for you." Referring to the body of Jesus. When the hebrew words are actually oznayim karisah lee which means "my ears you have opened referring to prayer. Lastly, I have looked into Christianity and I would be able to debate anyone at any time. Good luck to you!

[@ACVoaMHeraldforTheKING]

@@amisbreakthrough5064 I don't think you understand. Your rant made no sense Biblically. I have no interest in "debating" you if you don't even know what scripture says. And you posted no references. Also, the links may not have gone through. Check again. Don't be afraid to listen to Jews who have found their Messiah. You are brainwashed by false Christianity and false Judaism. Unfortunately, it is going to take some honest searching on your part to break through that. Please watch the links if the went through. Take care.

[@amisbreakthrough5064]

@@ACVoaMHeraldforTheKING that's okay. I'm fine with my faith and you can have your faith. You're certain that I'm going to hell for not believing in Jesus and I'm certain that you are worshiping an idol. I beg to defer on who knows more biblically. Let's keep it at that. We will disagree to disagree.

[@amisbreakthrough5064]

Leave us Jews alone please. We're not interested!!!!

[@messianicagejudaism]

The Jews will accept the messiah and soon but not according to Christianity or its doctrines

[@oliakara8851]

What do you mean?

[@RedCubUK]

*sigh* Please don’t witness to Jewish people. You bring up JWs and Mormons. Anyone who goes out to intentionally witness to to Jewish people deserves to be pestered by JWs and Mormons endlessly. Because then maybe you would understand a fraction of the annoyance and frustration that Jews feel when Protestant Christians constantly try to “save” them. I left Christianity years ago. And I spend my time discussing theology with my now fellow Jews so they understand Christian theology and the arguments they make to try and convert them. I hope to one day not have to do that anymore. But videos like this are exhausting.

[@thomasK411]

Yet here you are watching this, read John in the Bible

[@RedCubUK]

@@thomasK411 Interestng that you assume I haven’t.

[@cfrost87]

Jesus is the Messiah, to the Jew first, then to the Gentile.

[@RedCubUK]

He’s not, but okay.

[@cfrost87]

@@RedCubUK He was born Jewish and went to the Jews during his earthly ministry. So not sure how he's not.

[@buddybellwether2188]

Jesus was part Gentile. Boaz and Ruth (a Moabite) begat Obed, who begat Jesse, who begat David. Melchizidek wasn't a Jew either, yet Abraham, the Levitcal Priesthood and the Aaronic Priesthood all paid tithes to Melchizedek.

[@marksbrisby]

i am a rabbinic jew and i will die as a rabbinic jew, so witnessing to me is a waste of time. The gospel has no relevance or value

[@robertoesquivel4447]

Good luck with that buddy!

[@ChrisHolman]

A rabbinic jew with a pentagram as an avatar?? (PS all modern jews are rabbinic jews and have been since the destruction of the temple in AD 70...) Excuse me if I don't believe your claim.

[@ChrisHolman]

Also, it is not difficult to witness to jews using only the OT so long as they view the OT as The Word Of God. Only a non believing atheist jew would not be convinced.

[@pizzylee1978]

mark omar that won’t save you unfortunately

[@pizzylee1978]

Being a Jew has no value if you deny Christ. No relevance?? Sir you are delusional

[@afterraincomessun]

how do you manipulate people Mike: Therefore to him that knoweth to do good, and doeth it not, to him it is sin. james 4KJV 5 Do ye think that the scripture saith in vain, The spirit that dwelleth in us lusteth to envy? 6 But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble. 7 Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. 8 Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse your hands, ye sinners; and purify your hearts, ye double minded. 9 Be afflicted, and mourn, and weep: let your laughter be turned to mourning, and your joy to heaviness. 10 Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he shall lift you up. 11 Speak not evil one of another, brethren. He that speaketh evil of his brother, and judgeth his brother, speaketh evil of the law, and judgeth the law: but if thou judge the law, thou art not a doer of the law, but a judge. 12 There is one lawgiver, who is able to save and to destroy: who art thou that judgest another? 13 Go to now, ye that say, To day or to morrow we will go into such a city, and continue there a year, and buy and sell, and get gain: 14 Whereas ye know not what shall be on the morrow. For what is your life? It is even a vapour, that appeareth for a little time, and then vanisheth away. 15 For that ye ought to say, If the Lord will, we shall live, and do this, or that. 16 But now ye rejoice in your boastings: all such rejoicing is evil. 17 Therefore to him that knoweth to do good, and doeth it not, to him it is sin.

[@John119119]

afterraincomessun I believe mike approaches the scriptures in love. From what I've seen

[@afterraincomessun]

well , i would love it if he would be honest about the witnesses . I have commented on his judgement over the witnesses and the New World Translation. The NWT answers to all the critics that Mike has on translations and also it defends its position usually in the appendix . Besides that: stuff like being saved by grace etc i have commented too also like with James : Indeed, as the body without spirit* is dead,+ so also faith without works is dead.+ james 2 For I bear them witness* that they have a zeal+ for God; but not according to accurate knowledge;+ 3 for, because of not knowing the righteousness of God+ but seeking to establish their own,+ they did not subject themselves to the righteousness of God.+ 4 For Christ is the end* of the Law,+ so that everyone exercising faith may have righteousness.+ romans 10 the witnesses have a faith with works but are not saved by those works : it would be assumptious to do so : but they like to slave . why? because Jehovah is going to change this worl form old to new . And Mike is always picturing the witnesses wrong. (Now concerning foods offered to idols:*)+ we know we all have knowledge.+ Knowledge puffs up, but love builds up.+ 2 If anyone thinks he has acquired knowledge of something,+ he does not yet know [it] just as he ought to know [it].+ 3 But if anyone loves God,+ this one is known by him.+

[@jefferyalpha803]

afterraincomessun why do you think it's called New World Translation? Just wonder if you thought about that.

[@stacy2point0]

aftertherain.... You are not IN CHRIST, you are merely in a man made organization. An organization that must keep CONTROL over you. kzbin.info/aero/PL6E60646FFBCE2136

[@JoshuaSmithFamilyRobinson]

What a wonderful teaching. Praise God for leaving us his word for us to unlock

[@cherylcogan3542]

No, being Jewish is no kind of condition for forgiveness (somewhere around minute 28 +), just for showing how rotten we are. Ezekiel 14:14 - even if these three men, Noah, Daniel, and Job, were in it, they would deliver but their own lives by their righteousness, declares the Lord GOD. Two out of the three are Gentile.

[@marybratz3785]

How did Abraham have righteousness through faith apart from Jesus’ sacrifice? Without the shedding of blood, there is no forgiveness of sins. Hebrews 9:22

[@gillianperez8320]

All these years later I’m wondering what they put in the spot of Porto’s lol

[@ChrisHolman]

You're wrong on Baptism.

[@philipbuckley759]

now it is back....go figure....

[@gomommago7400]

Hebrew Roots Movement. Could you shed light on this subject? I attended a Messianic Jewish Assembly (HR) service a couple years ago with my sister in law. Some of what was being taught I found sort of, alarming? They claimed Jesus is a pagan name. They taught from the Torah, which Christians can relate to, and also the Talmud as if its for Christians, which most dont know and have no way to know if we're supposed to do the things it says to. Etc, etc.

[@emf49]

Hello Gomommago!! I was very involved in a Hebrew Roots home church and I found it became so Torah focused that we lost sight of Jesus. Obviously, the Hebraic Roots of our faith are crucial for understanding the mission of Christ but it seems, as humans, we always take a good thing too far!!

[@nathanieldiaz2845]

Sorry for long response. Yeshua is the name yes but Jesus is just how u we refer to him now. Different languages have that effect. I come from jewish background myself and I hope I can help u here. There are some messianic Jews (maybe the majority) who put alot of focus on this stuff with good intentions. You have to remember the Roman Catholic church that came after the original churches became very corrupt and filled with pagan ideas and partly as a result their treatment of the Jews was terrible. I think many of the messianic congregations see this and feel it should be fixed. And to be fair their right on many points, but not all. I would challenge u to read ur bible with an open mind and see where the holy spirit takes u. I noticed someone mentioned the festivals. I would like to say that if u don't celebrate them you are Not Going to hell. That is foolish. But my question for you is why not celebrate them? These were days not made by men. These aren't man made traditions. But days God ordained to be celebrations of his love for us. His story for us. These days had and have representations of things to come both from 2000 years ago when Jesus came, and for his 2nd coming. That is why Paul correctly says they are a shadow of things yet still to come. He spoke in the present tense for a reason. Please don't feel you have to do these things no more then you have to join a small bible study group. But the benefits can be great if you do. I hope this helps any confusion that my somewhat zealous brothers and sisters might have brought upon you. May God bless you. Oh and please don't think that spelling out God is bad... I shake my head everytime I hear them say this. To use God's name in vain isn't spelling it out but attributing something to his name that is not of him at all... think of the inquisition or the crusades. They were done in God's name.... that is using his name in vain.

[@barbarabenner4453]

@@nathanieldiaz2845 I've been born again most of my life. (Not Catholic, but my Dad was married to a Catholic after divorce from my mom. So, pretty familiar with the gist of, but not at all in agreement with that .) And so have they all been saved. My in laws. My issue is, Christians, saved by grace alone giving that up to place themselves under Law. Because that's what they've embraced. Reenacting Jewish traditions to enjoy and learn is one thing, but to play act a Jewish lifestyle in your private life when you're not Jewish is fantasy role play. God's law is written on our hearts. Jesus' D, B, and R was enough.

[@nathanieldiaz2845]

Barbara Benner hey yes I completely understand that, and I just realized u specifically mentioned the Hebrew roots movement which is in my humble opinion the extreme wing of the overall messianic movement. I just hope you dont think they are the standard for the avg messianic. I would also like to add for the festivals that God told the Jews to invite any gentiles among them to these festivals to partake in them. He also said the festivals are a statue forever. In the case of a couple of them he even said they are the same in heaven. Which when u think about it this isn't a jewish tradition in the way you think but God'd traditions. It's quite beautiful when you consider that. Agian this isn't to make you feel like if you dont do them you are angering God or not saved, nor does it put you under the Law of you do them. No more then trying not to lie or get so angry with people is putting yourself under the law. It's the relationship that God wants. Which I believe we both know.

[@ChrisHolman]

In 36 instances in the Tahlmud Jesus is blasphemed. In one instance the author brags about the jews killing Jesus and that they would do it again and lastly declared that Jesus's blood be upon them and their children. How then can a Christian use the Tahlmud??? They cannot outside of ignorance.

[@somebodyelseathome]

How does James 2:22 relate to this?

[@kevinwynn6582]

somebodyelseathome, it doesn't.

[@buddybellwether2188]

It's directly related, because it specifically talks of the difference between _faith_ (Christianity) and _action_ (Judaism: the Law). Abraham believed and it was accounted unto him as righteousness, but it was his willingness to take the first action to sacrifice his own firstborn son that _most likely_ brought about the Abrahamic Covenant. So we see that faith and action were working together to bring about righteousness and eventually salvation. God was willing to sacrifice His own firstborn Son when Abraham showed that he was faithful in offering God the same thing.

[@toddcote4904]

@@buddybellwether2188 You're terribly mistaken. The action of Abraham offering Issac was 25 YEARS LATER after he believed. Your view of God being willing because Abraham was willing is nonsense too, otherwise how could Jesus be the lamb slain BEFORE the foundation of the world?