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Messian[T]ics Podcast
This is a show where four MJ rabbis converge to share their hearts, thoughts, and opinions on all issues relating to Messianic Judaism. It is multigenerational, Jew and non-Jew, sarcastic and fun, but also unafraid of tackling some of the biggest issues our Movement faces today.
As we prepare to approach the Fall Moedim (Appointed Days), we wanted to have a conversation about some of our favorite meaningful traditions for the Moedim. Give this episode a listen and share with us your thoughts and your favorite traditions.
This is gonna be a very hot takes kind of episode... Listen to the MessianTics rabbis discuss the question of why so many people come into MJ congregations with so many issues, and what we might be able to do to alleviate the problems.
In this episode our rabbis discuss another listener submitted question, and this one is a hammer. In essence, the question asked is what is the role of men in a congregation? Should they be just warming seats or should they be more involved? The question and the conversation goes deeper, and you should definitely listen to the MessianTics crew dive into this one.
This episode kicks off Season 3 of the MessianTics Podcast!!! And we can't believe two whole years has gone by already... As the first episode of a brand new season, we're kicking things off a little different this time with sort of a Year(s) in Review of our lives and ministries since the MessianTics Podcast began. Hopefully our genuine and authentic humanity in faith will be a blessing to you guys too.
We've got a fresh episode of the MessianTics Podcast for you and this is definitely a hard hitting one. Our rabbis discuss the misuse and abuse of the covenantal promise made to Abraham and his descendants in Genesis 12:3. This is a verse that is often taken out of context and used in some really unfortunate ways, and our rabbis dive into why we need to be careful with how we represent G-d's promise to Abraham.
Have you ever notice that there can be a lot of hatred and accusations of lies aimed toward the Church from those new to Messianic Judaism? Have you ever noticed that most of those with this attitude tend to be brand new to MJ? Listen to our rabbis dive into a discussion on whether the Church really lied to you, is the hatred founded, or do those in MJ just need to take a chill pill on this fresh episode of the MessianTics Podcast.
In this episode the MessianTics rabbis dig into another listener submitted question. This one is from Allen and is about MJ facilities, upkeep, and dreams vs. actual income, budget concerns, and salaries. This is a discussion that is very important to all four of our rabbis and one we definitely enjoyed digging into, and we pray the convo is a blessing to you as well.
In this episode our rabbis discuss another listener submitted question, particularly this question is about inclusion or exclusion of Gentiles in Messianic Jewish lifecycle events. Should we? Shouldn't we? How would we if we did? And what does it all mean? Listen to the MessianTics crew dive into this controversial discussion.
It's time for a brand new episode of the MessianTics Podcast and on this episode we dive into a conversation on a couple of current events happening around the world. Particularly, we wrestle with some issues with responses from the Body of Messiah regarding the Olympics and the opening ceremony, the antisemitism present at these Olympics games, and the current climate in Israel with a few major events happening in the past week there. This episode may come across with a bit of a different temp than we normally run, but we believe you will be blessed hearing our hearts on these matters.
In this episode of the MessianTics Podcast our rabbis are discuss another listener posed question: How has MJ changed over our years of involvement? Listen to our rabbis discuss this question, the good, the bad, and what changes are still needed for a strong future.
In this episode the MessianTics rabbis wrestle with another listener submitted questions about the slow growth of MJ and should there be a MJ synagogue in every major city of the U.S.? Give it a listen, share your thoughts back with us, and don't forget to send in your questions for us to dialogue with.
In this episode our MessianTic rabbis dive into a very introspective conversation about the future of the MJ movement. Particularly as we watch the pioneers of this movement getting older, what is needed for today's generation of MJ to carry on and build upon the hard work these pioneering ground breakers laid?
In light of a number of unfortunate moral failures in the lives of well known leaders in the body of Messiah recently, our rabbis ask some tough questions with regards to the limits of restoration in the Olam Hazeh (the world that is). This episode is candid and honest, our rabbis are wrestling with these seemingly pervasive issues, and share their thoughts and hearts on the matter, and likely produce even more questions. Listen and share your thoughts with us.
In this episode our rabbis tackle a few more of the questions that have come in from our listeners recently. Particularly, they dive into a discussion on leadership: Scriptural role vs 21st Century expectations, education, schools, etc... This is a great episode that you won't want to miss. Make sure to also send us your questions to add to the series via our Social Media.
We are currently working through a Q&A series with listener submitted question. This episode is a discussion in which our rabbis interact with a question submitted asking: What have we learned from ministry over the years? The MessianTics Podcast rabbis dive into one of the most important conversations on ministry lessons we've had yet. Give it a listen and don't forget to submit your questions on our social media.
In this episode our rabbis discuss a question that came into us on Social Media about Shavuot, what is it, how do we celebrate it, etc. Listen to our rabbis dig into the conversation and let us know what you think and if you have any further questions
This episode kicks off a series we are doing where we respond to questions submitted by our listeners. In this first episode in the Q&A sessions we respond to a question about whether MJ rabbis have to be bi-vocational and/or should they be? And a question on MJ congregational finances and could we glean from the church in this area.
Messianic Judaism tends to do things a little different than the rest of the Body of Messiah, but nonetheless we are all a part of the same Body, working toward the same Kingdom (Yeshua's, not ours). Listen to our rabbi discuss how we can foster and support greater unity in the Body of Messiah between MJ and the Church without insulting and rejecting each other, recognizing each has strengths and benefit to bring to the table.
With a name like MessianTics Podcast you know we're going to wrestle with all the crazy antics that float around the MJ Movement. In this episode our rabbis discuss some of the crazy social media antics that we see from MJ individuals, the weird fights, the unnecessary arguments, and the damage that can be done to the witness of MJ due to all of the above. Listen to this fresh episode and share your thoughts with us.
Messianic Jewish outreach has changed a lot over the years, both in the missional side of MJ as well as the congregational side. What does MJ outreach look like today? What has it looked like in the past? How should it look moving forward? Listen to our rabbis dig into this discussion and share their thoughts and experience on the subject.
The world has obviously gone mad... College and university campuses across the U.S. are being overrun by protests/riots in support of Hamas, a terrorist organizations, and are proving to be petri dishes for antisemitism... Our rabbis discuss these issues and more as they wrestle with finding ourselves in a world in which it is becoming ever-increasingly more and more dangerous to be a Jewish person (and let's be honest, those that hate Jews could care less that we're Messianic, so that won't keep us safe either...).
Rabbi David and Rabbi Eric were suppose to be in Israel last week to try to minister into the lives of friends and ministry connections who live and serve there and have been facing this unprecedented war. However, the plans changed with the Iranian attack... Listen to Rabbi David, Rabbi Eric, and Rabbi Toby share some of their thoughts and hearts on the current conflict in Israel on this week's episode of MessianTics Podcast.
What exactly is MJ worship? Is it just Christian music with the word Yeshua replacing Jesus? Is there a place for Christian music in the MJ congregation? How do we define MJ worship music? Should we only use identifiably MJ music in services? Where should our focus in worship be? Listen to our MessianTics rabbis dig into these questions and so much more on today's new episode.
Why does it seem like within Messianic Judaism, and really the Body of Messiah as a whole, we are always at each others' throats? What happened to the idea that if someone isn't against us then maybe they're for us? This seems to be the point Yeshua was making to His Talmidim in Luke 9:49-50. Listen to our MessianTics Rabbis dive into this conversation on today's episode.
Every year the MJ community is riddled with discussion and arguments over Easter and Passover... This year is no different, except that the majority of the Church celebrated Easter almost a month before Passover, so the discussions have been all over the place and often rather divisive. In this episode of the MessianTics Podcast our rabbis dive head first into this conversation and share their thoughts on the subject, especially with regards to producing unity rather than further division.
What's the deal with Paul's beef with Peter in Galatians 2? What was it really about? And what implications does it have for the Body of Messiah and especially Messianic Judaism today? Listen to the MessianTics rabbis dive into this important topic on today's episode.
One of the biggest realities in a local MJ congregation is that a significant portion of the congregation comes in with little to know connection to Jewish customs and practice. As such, does one jump in head over heels with their zeal for this new-found experience? Or should there be a period of time in which one respectfully learns reverence for the culture, the customs, and the practices starting with observation and working toward participation in a healthy and productive manner? If so, what should that look like? Our MessianTics rabbis dive into this conversation full-throttle in this episode.
There has been complicated and prolonged discussions, arguments, and battles since the First Century over whether or not Gentiles should or can convert to Judaism as believers in the Promised Jewish Messiah. In this episode our MessianTics rabbis discuss this very issue and share their thoughts on the issue and whether or not this conversation was settled in the Brit Chadashah. As always, give it a listen and share your thoughts with us.
So many issues we discuss with other people (especially other believers) draws out so many different opinions/positions and often are rather contentious because of it--such as the current Israel/Arab War, Russia and Ukraine, Jew and Gentile, etc... How do we have discussions on difficult matters with others and still be edifying, and more so still shine the Light of Messiah? The MessianTics rabbis dig into this conversation in this week's episode. Give it a listen and share your thoughts with us.
The MJ Movement is facing an intriguing crisis in the coming years as more and more of our pioneering rabbis are getting older and within the next 10-15 years an overwhelming number of MJ congregations may be without a rabbi due to a current lack of up and coming rabbis. As the old addage goes, "failure to plan is planning to fail..." It is time for intentionality in raising up a new generation of MJ rabbis and for developing successful succession plans instead of holding tight to what are likely contingency plans at best... LIsten to our MessianTics rabbis share their thoughts and toss around some ideas on how we can right the ship before it's too late.
On this episode of the MessianTics Podcast our rabbis dig into a dynamic conversation on the unique calling of Messianic Jews and Gentiles, on how they enhance each other, and should work in unity to advance the Kingdom of Messiah rather than working against one another or excluding one another without either feeling less than or as second class citizens. This is a very important conversation and we pray it is a blessing to you and that you'll share it with others.
In this episode we also mention Rabbi David's newest book which deal with this very issue in depth. If you'd like to get a copy of it, you can do so on Amazon via this link: https://a.co/d/h8Cdk6X
Does Messianic Judaism seek its validation in the Jewish world? Or in Messiah? What exactly is our validation? And would seeking validation in the traditional Jewish world help or hurt our shining the Light of Messiah? These and many more related issues are heavily discussed in this episode of the MessianTics Podcast. Listen to our rabbis dig into this important conversation.
Messianic Judaism is a such a beautiful and powerful reality, it is an end-time prophetic restoration movement, but while we work toward the restoration of the relationship of the Jewish people and the Jewish Messiah and the Body of Messiah with the Jewishness of the Messiah, why can we not work toward relational unity within our own community? In this episode of the MessianTics Podcast listen to our rabbis dig into the very pertinent topic of relational unity and what we can do to foster more of it.
In this episode of the MessianTics Podcast our rabbis dig into a very important conversation, albeit launched from a very unexpected inspiration. This discussion is based off of an epiphany had when coming across a powerful quote from the book "Wicked: Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West". This quote struck a nerve with our rabbis as it can also be said for our beloved Messianic Jewish Movement, a reality for which we need to drastically right the ship.
The quote says: "Elphie glanced sideways at [her elderly father], and for the first time she saw him as feckless... Constantly pawing at the edge of events, reacting instead of acting, mourning the past and praying for the future instead of stirring up the present."
What does restoration look like? Are there limitations to restoration? How do we extend or seek restoration with others? In this episode of the MessianTics Podcast our rabbis dive into this difficult (and often left to the back burner) conversation and share some of our thoughts and experiences on the matter.
Church of the Highlands Resources: https://resources.churchofthehighlands.com/
This week's episode is a introspective look at the urgent need for unity in the Messianic Jewish Movement in light of the events of Oct 7th and the war that has transpired since. Nearly the entire Jewish world has come together in unity, so why is the MJ Movement not leading the way? Listen to our MessianTics rabbis discuss this issue and the various tangents it takes them down and share with us your thoughts.
This episode should have ran two weeks ago in preparation for Hanukkah, however, as happenstance would have it, it is a very fitting episode for this week too. This discussion is a springboard off of the discussion of where Hanukkah comes from and why and connected with the many various ways the Body of Messiah and Judaism tends to give into assimilation today. Listen to our MessianTics rabbis discuss this important issue on today's episode of the MessianTics Podcast.
Our rabbis tackle a very uncomfortable conversation in this week's episode of the MessianTics Podcast. Listen as they dig into the conversation of whether or not politics has a place in our pulpit and to what extent.
I know people often think their rabbis/pastors are on some sort of pedestal, but truth be told, we are only human too... We make mistakes all the time too, sometimes those mistakes are costly, sometimes they hurt people, sometimes they bless people, but looking back over the years, they always end up giving us a cringe worthy laugh. Listen to the MessianTics rabbis share about some of the mistakes they've made over the years in ministry, and be encouraged in our failures and lessons we've learned from them.
Oy! How Did I Get Here? -- by Rabbi Eric Tokajer
https://a.co/d/gTgbgIa
There are several really important Messianic Jewish congregations coming up this winter, and this is one of our rabbis favorite seasons. Listen to our rabbis share their thoughts and love for these conferences and we hope to see each of you at one of them in the coming months.
https://mjaa.org/conferences/
https://www.iamcs.org/rabbis-conference/
https://www.umjc.org/events
On this episode of the MessianTics Podcast our rabbis dive into an intriguing conversation dealing with the decline in the pastorate and MJ rabbinate, MJ rabbis leading MJ synagogues and churches, and if this could be a feasible model for solving a growing problem in both MJ and the Church. The truth is, we came out of this episode with far more questions than we walked in with, and we will be further exploring this topic in the months to come. Listen to our MessianTics Team have one of the most interesting conversations for our show to date.
The following link is to the article that started the whole conversation, and it may be behind a paywall: https://www.christianitytoday.com/news/2023/april/pastor-succession-church-next-generation-leader-barna-surve.html
This week we have the second episode of a special two part interview with our good friends Petra and Garry Scott from The Road to Jerusalem. Listen to the Scotts share the heart and purpose of The Road to Jerusalem with our MessianTics rabbis.
https://theroadtojerusalem.org/about/
http://bit.ly/TRTJ_Facebook
http://bit.ly/TRTJ_Twitter
http://bit.ly/TRTJ_Instagram
http://bit.ly/TRTJ_YouTube
This week we have the first episode of a special two part interview with our good friends Petra and Garry Scott from The Road to Jerusalem. Listen to the Scotts share the heart and purpose of The Road to Jerusalem with our MessianTics rabbis.
https://theroadtojerusalem.org/about/
http://bit.ly/TRTJ_Facebook
http://bit.ly/TRTJ_Twitter
http://bit.ly/TRTJ_Instagram
http://bit.ly/TRTJ_YouTube
Unless you've literally been sleeping under a rock, you are aware that Israel has been at war for nearing two weeks with Hamas in Gaza. Likewise, you've probably seen the hints at full-scale attacks form Hezbollah and others, and the many anti-Israel/anti-Semitic riots and protests that have spawned all around the world since this war broke out. In this episode our MessianTics Team dive full throttle into this discussion with our thoughts on what is happening, how we got here, what the potential ramifications going forward could be and everything in between.
If you would like to give financially to help support Israel Aid and Relief during this crisis, here are a few links of trusted Messianic Jewish organizations we encourage you to donate through:
UMJC Israel Aid Fund
The Joseph Project
Jewish Voice Ministries International
One of the most common questions we hear as Messianic Jewish rabbis is about Kashrut, whether or not Jews and Gentiles HAVE to keep Kosher as followers of Messiah... This is such a common discussion that we decided to hit record and let our conversation on the matter hopefully be a blessing to you. Listen to our MessianTics Team dive into this conversation and let us know your thoughts.
With antisemitism on the rise and there being no apparent slowing in site, what are some logical steps we should take to make sure our congregations are safe and protected? We'd love to imagine this to not be an issue we'd ever face, yet a number of MJ synagogues have experienced direct antisemitic attacks and/or threats in recent years, and even months. Listen to our MessianTics Team discuss this issue with care, grace, and love, but also with healthy dose of reality.
In this new episode of the MessianTics Podcast, our rabbis discuss some of the biggest issues the Messianic Jewish movement faces--MJ Identity Crisis. This conversation addresses several important situations that must be overcome in order for the MJ Movement to see the future we long for. Listen and share your thoughts on this episode with us.
This is a very special episode for the MessianTics Team as it commemorates the first full year of the podcast. On Sept 1st we officially hit one full year of the podcast and this episode is our reminiscing over the first year and talking about some thoughts and ideas we have for the years that lie ahead of us.
As we prepare for the High Holy Day season, we wanted to share a little more of a lighthearted episode with you. In this episode we discuss some of our favorite secular movies or shows that have influenced our faith over the years. And yes, we said secular, because we serve a G-d Who can use anything to get our attention. Listen to this week's show and let us know your thoughts, and what movies/shows have impacted your walk with the L-rd.
On the first episode of our second season we dive into a heartfelt conversation about the High Holy Days and what to expect if you attend these special services at a Messianic Jewish synagogue. Listen to our MessianTics team dig into this beautiful season.
We received a listen submitted question about hearing the Voice of G-d and we wanted to share our thoughts and hearts on the matter. So give this week's episode of the MessianTics Podcast a listen and be sure to take some notes as you go along. We pray it is a blessing.
Today's episode of the Messian[T]ics Podcast is the second of a two part interview with our good friend Aybars Uckun. Aybars has one of the most interesting backgrounds and testimonies, which includes being Turkish and raised Muslim, coming to faith in a MJ synagogue, becoming a MJ rabbi, and ultimately G-d bringing him full circle again to share Yeshua with Muslims as part of a unique ministry called the Al Ma'idah Initiative. You will not want to miss this conversation.
You can learn more about the Al Ma'idah Initiative and all that Aybars is doing via the links below.
www.al-maidah.org
https://www.youtube.com/@TheAlMaidahInitiative/featured
aybars@al-maidah.org
Today's episode of the Messian[T]ics Podcast is the first of a two part interview with our good friend Aybars Uckun. Aybars has one of the most interesting backgrounds and testimonies, which includes being Turkish and raised Muslim, coming to faith in a MJ synagogue, becoming a MJ rabbi, and ultimately G-d brining him full circle again to share Yeshua with Muslims as part of a unique ministry called the Al Ma'idah Initiative. You will not want to miss this conversation.
You can learn more about the Al Ma'idah Initiative and all that Aybars is doing via the links below.
www.al-maidah.org
https://www.youtube.com/@TheAlMaidahInitiative/featured
aybars@al-maidah.org
Our rabbis dive head first into a very important conversation: What is a successful congregation? What metrics, data points, factors, indicators do we use to determine a successful congregation? Is it size? Finances? Depth of staff? Or are there more important factors to consider? Listen to our Messian[T]ics team dive into this valuable discussion on today's episode.
Today's episode is a bit different as our MessianTics Team dives into an educational, interesting, and hilarious conversation on things that believers love to say about the Bible, but aren't actually in the Bible. Listen to our rabbis rectify a number of odd and out of place biblical misrepresentations as only they could.
The Messian[T]ics Team loves to dig into controversial topics within the Messianic Jewish movement and have deep and honest conversations wrestling with these important issues. In this episode our rabbis dig into the conversation about intermarriage within the Messianic Jewish movement... the good, the bad, and the ugly. You won't want to miss this week's episode.
We received a question from one of our listeners asking how we observe Erev Shabbat in our own homes, particularly as regards traditional prayers said. So, with this episode, we dive into this very discussion, how do we do Erev Shabbat in our homes? Hopefully this discussion will not only be educational, but will be a blessing for you as we prepare to enter Shabbat this evening.
All four of us agree that some of our best and most memorable experiences have occurred at Messianic Jewish conferences and retreats. They are awesome opportunities for spiritual growth, vision igniting, fellowship, and especially building and fostering relationships in the Movement. In today's episode we discuss some of our favorite moments at MJ conferences and retreats over the years.
As a side note, the recording of this episode took place during the week that the MJAA Messiah Conference is happening, we unfortunately were not able to attend this year, but potentially while you are listening to this episode many will be in Grantham, PA being tremendously blessed by the conference.
Along with this, the UMJC Summer Conference is right around the corner as well. Below are links to some of the major organizations in the MJ Movement, we strongly encourage you to consider attending and participating in their events that lay ahead, such as the UMJC Summer conference, the MJAA Southeast Regional Conference, the MJAA Southwest Regional Conference, and many, many others.
https://mjaa.org/
https://www.umjc.org/
https://www.tikkunamerica.org/
https://www.ymja.org/
A lot of times we joke that MJ is the granola of the Body of Messiah, we attract all the fruits, nuts, and flakes... Today's episode of the Messian[T]ics Podcast is dedicated to some of the funny, strange, and antic-worthy encounters that we've had over the years in Messianic Jewish ministry.
Something that tends to appear as one of the most complicated issues to wrestle with in the Messianic Jewish movement is the place and role of Gentiles in the MJ congregation. Listen to our MessianTics rabbis share their thoughts and hearts on this vitally important issue, and feel free to share your thoughts with us as well.
In the Messianic Jewish congregational life cycle we find ourselves now in the season between the Spring and Fall Moedim and our MJ leadership finds a brief opportunity to catch their breath, relax, reset, and plan for the future. On this week's episode our MessianTics rabbis will talk openly and candidly about the sweet relief of the MJ Summer Break (and you definitely want to listen to the very end, Rabbi David drops a little hard-hitting nugget at the end that we all need to hear). Listen to episode 40 of the MessianTics Podcast and share your thoughts with us.
Our conversation on today's episode is a followup of sorts to last week's conversation on unity within the Body of Messiah... Today we turn our attention to fostering unity within the vast spectrum of Messianic Judaism. Listen to the Messian[T]ics Team's take on this very important issue and share your thoughts with us.
One of the unfortunate realities is that often there is a perspective of Messianic Judaism vs. Christianity, when in reality we are all one Body, one Bride of Messiah. So how do we foster unity with the Greater Body of Messiah? What would such unity look like? Our Messian[T]ics Team discuss these and other issues as relates to this idea. Give our latest episode a listen.
As the Jewish world celebrates Shavuot, many of you may be wondering what exactly is it all about? Is it just another holiday? Or is there something vital and prophetic that the Body of Messiah should be aware of connected to Shavuot? Give this episode a listen and hear what our MessianTics team has to say about Shavuot.
The Messianic Jewish congregational movement tends to operate off of a fellowship model within the various congregational/rabbinic organizations. Is this the best model available for us? Or could the movement benefit from a more structured organization similar to a denominational structure? Listen to our MessianTics rabbis discuss this issue in a multi-part conversation on the issue. We don't have all the answers, but we are willing to discuss the questions and see where it takes us.
The Messianic Jewish congregational movement tends to operate off of a fellowship model within the various congregational/rabbinic organizations. Is this the best model available for us? Or could the movement benefit from a more structured organization similar to a denominational structure? Listen to our MessianTics rabbis discuss this issue in a multi-part conversation on the issue. We don't have all the answers, but we are willing to discuss the questions and see where it takes us.
The Messianic Jewish congregational movement tends to operate off of a fellowship model within the various congregational/rabbinic organizations. Is this the best model available for us? Or could the movement benefit from a more structured organization similar to a denominational structure? Listen to our MessianTics rabbis discuss this issue in a multi-part conversation on the issue. We don't have all the answers, but we are willing to discuss the questions and see where it takes us.
The Messianic Jewish congregational movement tends to operate off of a fellowship model within the various congregational/rabbinic organizations. Is this the best model available for us? Or could the movement benefit from a more structured organization similar to a denominational structure? Listen to our MessianTics rabbis discuss this issue in a multi-part conversation on the issue. We don't have all the answers, but we are willing to discuss the questions and see where it takes us.
The Messianic Jewish congregational movement tends to operate off of a fellowship model within the various congregational/rabbinic organizations. Is this the best model available for us? Or could the movement benefit from a more structured organization similar to a denominational structure? Listen to our MessianTics rabbis discuss this issue in a multi-part conversation on the issue. We don't have all the answers, but we are willing to discuss the questions and see where it takes us.
The Messianic Jewish congregational movement tends to operate off of a fellowship model within the various congregational/rabbinic organizations. Is this the best model available for us? Or could the movement benefit from a more structured organization similar to a denominational structure? Listen to our MessianTics rabbis discuss this issue in a multi-part conversation on the issue. We don't have all the answers, but we are willing to discuss the questions and see where it takes us.
Have you ever noticed the pendulum swing from MJ congregation to MJ congregation with regards to observance and Jewish practice? Have you ever wondered what gives? Listen to our MessianTics Rabbis dialogue over these issues in a way that only they could in today's episode of the MessianTics Podcast.
With the recent Asbury Revival in the U.S. we dive into a deep conversation on revival, especially as it pertains to the MJ Movement which has long called itself a revival movement. Listen to our Messian[T]ics Rabbis discuss this important topic in today's episode.
One of the biggest and most divisive topics of the modern Body of Messiah is whether we should be complementarian or egalitarian... Listen to the Messian[T]ics rabbis discuss this important topic from every possible angle.
Our episode this week is a fun one as our Messian[T]ics rabbis have a candid conversation about tambourines, shofarot, tallitot, and more, and you will not want to miss it.
Links for things mentioned in the episode:
Tallit Rings: https://u-boutique.com/store/Hod_Vihadar
Judaica such as kipper and tallitot: https://www.ajudaica.com
Brit Ahm's 2023 Messianic Men's Conference: https://shalompensacola.com/mmc-2023
How exactly should we quantify success in a MJ congregation? Is it by numbers? Salvations? Growth percentages? Production quality? Listen to our rabbis discuss the concept of quantifying success in a MJ congregation on this week's episode of the MessianTics Podcast.
On this episode we tackle a pretty big conversation, or at least attempt to begin to tackle it... And that is the future of the MJ Movement... With many MJ rabbis who have pioneered this movement getting older, how do we begin to prepare and plan for a future for MJ congregations? Listen to the Messian[T]ics Team's thoughts and ideas on this tremendous issue.
Our episode this week is a fun one as our MessianTics rabbis have an intriguing conversation at the crossroads of life and ministry.
Have you ever wondered about all the confusion over Yeshua, Paul, and how we relate to Torah? Listen to today’s episode and hear the MessianTics Team’s thoughts on this tremendous topic.
With Tu Bishevat & Purim right around the corner the MessianTics Team decided to discuss these awesome traditional observances as only the MessianTics Team can do. Listen to this week's episode of the podcast to hear our thoughts if you dare...
On this episode our Messian[T]ics Team have a candid conversation on highlights from the first 14 chapters of of Exodus. Listen to this week's episode to hear our thoughts on the Exodus Narrative.
Our episode this week is a little bit different as our MessianTics rabbis have an intriguing conversation at the crossroads of life and ministry.
Ever wonder about legalism and Messianic Judaism? Legalism and Torah Observance? Is it fair to say that Torah observance is simply legalistic ignorance of grace and mercy? What about the rest of the Body of Messiah and legalism? What exactly is legalism anyways? Listen to this week's episode to learn about the Messian[T]ics rabbis' views on all of these questions and more...
We received a listener suggestion question about our (and Messianic Judaism's) perspective on the Trinity... Well, you asked and we dove right into the discussion. Listen to the MessianTics team hash out this very complicated discussion on this week's episode of the MessianTics Podcast.
The Pharisees have caught a bad wrap from a lot of the believing community, and mostly because the New Testament isn't read outside of its Jewish historical context. In this episode the Messian[T]ics rabbis discuss the fact that Pharisee does not mean hypocrite and the conversation is well worth the listen. Give it a listen and share with us your thoughts on this episode.
On today's episode the Messian[T]ics Team tackle a growing issue at the crossroads of the outskirts of the Messianic Jewish movement and Christianity, Pronomian Christianity. This a growing concern that many may have never heard of, but likely will at some point, and that can be very damaging. Give it a listen and share with us your thoughts on this episode.
Our team decided to have a little fun with some Bonus Content for our listeners as Hanukkah approaches. This is a completely random Rapid Fire Questions session about different Hanukkah traditions and how our rabbis may or may not participate with them. We had fun with this and hope you have fun listening to it.
On today's episode our Messian[T]ics Team tackle a very hard discussion dealing with antisemitism in the Body of Messiah today and what we can do to over come this problem.
In today's episode our rabbis dig into the discussion of Hanukkah... What is it? How do we celebrate it? What are the Messianic implications? Give it a listen and share with us your thoughts on the episode and your favorite Hanukkah traditions!
In this episode the Messian[T]ics team dig into the discussion of the Shabbat, and you may be surprise at what you hear... And you won't want to miss it. This is perhaps one of the most significant, organic, and down-to-earth conversations you'll ever hear about the Biblical Shabbat. Listen to our rabbis discuss this topic in depth in this week's episode.
In today's episode the Messian[T]ics Team discusses a question that was submitted by one of our listeners. In paraphrase, the question is simply, "Isn't MJ just a part of the church?" Listen to our rabbis discuss this topic in depth in this week's episode.
In today's episode the Messian[T]ics Team discuss in depth their perspectives on Messianic Jewish outreach/evangelism: what works and what doesn't, where we could improve, etc. Listen to our rabbis discuss this topic in depth in this week's episode of the Messian[T]ics Podcast.
In today's episode the Messian[T]ics Crew have a spontaneous discussion about all the mishegas currently revolving the TV series "The Chosen". Listen to our rabbis discuss this topic in depth in this week's episode of the Messian[T]ics Podcast.
In today's episode the Messian[T]ics Crew discusses our thoughts on what we think will make the future of the MJ movement stronger and more effective. Listen to our rabbis discuss this topic in depth in this week's episode of the Messian[T]ics Podcast.
We also plug two upcoming MJ conferences:
MJAA's Southeast Regional Conference in Orlando Dec 16-18 - https://mjaa.org/southeast2022/
Brit Ahm's Messianic Men's Conference in Pensacola Apr 21-23 - https://shalompensacola.com/mmc-2023
Today's episode is a little different as we wanted to share a little bit from the heart about those who have made us who we are in our MJ callings. What Messianic Jewish leaders influenced us the most in our walks with and calling in the L-rd? Listen to our rabbis discuss this topic in depth in this week's episode of the Messian[T]ics Podcast.
At the end of this episode Rabbi Eric's and Rabbi David's books are mentioned and here are Amazon links where you can find them:
Rabbi Eric's books: https://www.amazon.com/Eric-D-Tokajer/e/B00J65WCLU?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_2&qid=1666885446&sr=8-2
Rabbi David's books: https://www.amazon.com/David-Tokajer/e/B08GCX75Z7?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1666885461&sr=8-1
Also mentioned is Brit Ahm's Messianic Men's Conference in April 2023, you can find the details here: https://www.shalompensacola.com/mmc-2023
We often hear believers discuss the idea of Grace vs. Law... But does it really have to be one vs. the other? Or should the two work together? Listen to our rabbis discuss this topic in depth in this week's episode of the Messian[T]ics Podcast.
At the end of this episode our rabbis share some books that have been impactful in their own personal walks in Messianic Judaism, below are the links for you to find each yourself.
Rabbi Eric suggests: To the Ends of the Earth by Dr. Jeffrey Seif https://a.co/d/90rfY0l
Rabbi Jonathan suggests: The Four Responsibilities of a Disciple by Darren Huckey https://a.co/d/gqpoCUl
Rabbi Toby suggests: They Thought Four Themselves by Sid Roth https://a.co/d/0B6DQAF
Rabbi David suggests: Messianic Judaism by Dr. David Stern https://a.co/d/gdk2fvR
What does a healthy Messianic Jewish congregation look like? What sort of red flags should you look out for in a MJ congregation? Listen to our rabbis discuss this topic in depth in this week's episode of the Messian[T]ics Podcast.
How does MJ relate with the rest of Judaism and with the rest of the Body of Messiah? Is MJ the root of the Body of Messiah? Listen to our rabbis discuss this topic in depth in this week's episode of the Messian[T]ics Podcast.
Messian[T]ics is a podcast in which we will cover a vast array of issues pertaining to Messianic Judaism. In this fourth episode we discuss Kol Nidrei, what it means, what it doesn't mean, and whether or not it has a place in Messianic Jewish congregations.
Our hosts are: Rabbi Eric Tokajer and Rabbi Jonathan Wriston from Brit Ahm in Pensacola, FL (ShalomPensacola.com) and Rabbi David Tokajer and Rabbi Toby Manolis from Mayim Chayim in Daphne, AL (ShalomEasternShore.com).
Messian[T]ics is a brand new podcast in which we will cover a vast array of issues pertaining to Messianic Judaism. In this third episode we dive right into the deep end as we continue an in-depth discussion of the concept of the One New Man, Jew and Gentile as one in Messiah and what that should look like.
Our hosts are: Rabbi Eric Tokajer and Rabbi Jonathan Wriston from Brit Ahm in Pensacola, FL (ShalomPensacola.com) and Rabbi David Tokajer and Rabbi Toby Manolis from Mayim Chayim in Daphne, AL (ShalomEasternShore.com).
Messian[T]ics is a brand new podcast in which we will cover a vast array of issues pertaining to Messianic Judaism. In this second episode we dive right into the deep end with an in-depth discussion of the concept of the One New Man, Jew and Gentile as one in Messiah and what that should look like.
Our hosts are: Rabbi Eric Tokajer and Rabbi Jonathan Wriston from Brit Ahm in Pensacola, FL (ShalomPensacola.com) and Rabbi David Tokajer and Rabbi Toby Manolis from Mayim Chayim in Daphne, AL (ShalomEasternShore.com).
Messian[T}ics is a brand new podcast in which we will cover a vast array of issues pertaining to Messianic Judaism. This first episode is an introduction to the four MJ rabbis you will be hearing week after week: Rabbi Eric Tokajer and Rabbi Jonathan Wriston from Brit Ahm in Pensacola, FL (ShalomPensacola.com) and Rabbi David Tokajer and Rabbi Toby Manolis from Mayim Chayim in Daphne, AL (ShalomEasternShore.com).