Dear Lord,
We pray for the enlightenment of those who follow the Hebrew Roots Movement. We ask that you open their hearts and minds to your truth and your word. Help them to understand the true meaning and purpose behind your laws and commandments.
We pray that they come to know Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior, and that they see him as the fulfillment of your prophecies and the one who brings salvation to all who believe. Help them to understand that salvation is a gift that comes through faith in Jesus Christ, and not through keeping the law or following any specific rituals or practices.
Lord, we ask that you give them discernment and wisdom to distinguish between true biblical teachings and human-made traditions. May they have a deep hunger and thirst for your word, and may they be willing to let go of any beliefs or practices that are not in alignment with your truth.
We also pray for unity and understanding between those who follow different paths to worship you. May we all come together as one body in Christ, united in our love for you and our desire to follow your ways.
We pray all these things in the name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.
The teachings of Jesus and Apostle Paul that differ from Hebrew Roots movements such as the “Yahuah Yahusha” movement
Approach to the Law
The Hebrew roots movement emphasizes the importance of observing the Torah, or the Law of Moses, as a means of pleasing God and following in the footsteps of Jesus. However, Jesus and Paul both emphasized the importance of the spirit of the Law rather than just the letter of the Law. They taught that the Law was fulfilled through love and faith in Jesus, rather than strict adherence to a set of rules and regulations.
View of the Messiah
The Hebrew roots movement typically views Jesus as a Jewish teacher and prophet who came to uphold the Law of Moses and restore the Jewish people to their rightful place as God’s chosen people. However, Jesus and Paul both taught that Jesus was the Messiah, the Son of God who came to save all people, both Jews and Gentiles, through his death and resurrection.
Jesus: “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.” (Jn 3:16)
Paul: “For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, to the Jew first and also to the Greek.” (Ro 1:16)
Understanding of Salvation
The Hebrew roots movement often emphasizes the importance of works and obedience to the Law as a means of earning salvation. However, Jesus and Paul both taught that salvation comes through faith in Jesus alone, apart from any works or good deeds we may do.
Jesus: “For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him.” (Jn 3:17)
Paul: “For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God.” (Ep 2:8)
Approach to Gentiles
The Hebrew roots movement often sees Gentile Christians as having a secondary status in God’s plan, with Jews being the primary focus. However, Jesus and Paul both taught that the Gospel was for all people, both Jews and Gentiles, and that there was no distinction between them in God’s eyes.
Jesus: “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.”(Mt 28:19)
Paul: “For there is no distinction between Jew and Greek; for the same Lord is Lord of all, bestowing his riches on all who call on him.” (Ro 10:12)
Relationship with God
The Hebrew roots movement often emphasizes a legalistic approach to the relationship between God and humans, with a focus on following the Law and obeying God’s commands. However, Jesus and Paul both taught that the primary focus should be on a personal relationship with God, characterized by love, grace, and faith.
Jesus: “This is eternal life, that they know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom you have sent.” (Jn 17:3)
Paul: “For in Christ Jesus you are all sons of God, through faith.” (Ga 3:26)
Role of Tradition
The Hebrew roots movement places a strong emphasis on the importance of Jewish tradition and culture, including observance of the Jewish calendar, dietary laws, and other customs. However, Jesus and Paul both emphasized that true religion is about the heart and that adherence to tradition and culture should not overshadow the importance of love, mercy, and justice.
Jesus: “And he said to them, ‘You have a fine way of rejecting the commandment of God in order to establish your tradition!'” (Mk 7:9)
Paul: “See to it that no one takes you captive by philosophy and empty deceit, according to human tradition, according to the elemental spirits of the world, and not according to Christ.” (Co 2:8)
Authority of Scripture
The Hebrew roots movement often places a strong emphasis on the authority of the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament) and the importance of understanding the original Hebrew language and context. However, Jesus and Paul both taught that the Scriptures pointed to the coming of Jesus as the Messiah and that he was the ultimate authority in matters of faith and practice.
Approach to the Sabbath
The Hebrew roots movement places a strong emphasis on observing the Sabbath according to Jewish tradition, including strict rest and observance of certain rituals. However, Jesus and Paul both taught that the Sabbath was made for people, not people for the Sabbath, and that the important thing was to focus on rest and worship, rather than legalistic observance of rules and regulations.
Understanding of Grace
The Hebrew roots movement often places a strong emphasis on the importance of obedience to the Law as a means of pleasing God and earning blessings. However, Jesus and Paul both taught that salvation and blessings come through grace, which is the unmerited favor of God, and not through works or obedience to the Law.
In conclusion, while there are some similarities between the teachings of Jesus and Apostle Paul and the Hebrew roots movement, there are also significant differences in their approach to the Law, understanding of salvation, view of the Messiah, approach to Gentiles, relationship with God, role of tradition, authority of Scripture, approach to the Sabbath, and understanding of grace.
“Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel… how that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures; And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures.” (1Co 15:1-4)
The Gospel according to Apostle Paul is a central message of Christianity that emphasizes the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ as the means of salvation for all people.
Here are some key verses from Paul’s writings in the KJV Bible
“For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek.” (Ro 1:16)
“For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God; Being justified freely by his grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus.” (Ro 3:23-24)
“But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.” (Ro 5:8)
“For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.” (Ro 6:23)
“There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit.” (Ro 8:1)
“For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures; And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures.” (1Co 15:3-4)
“Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.” (2Co 5:17)
“I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me.” (Ga 2:20)
“For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast.” (Ep 2:8-9)
“I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.” (Ph 4:13)
What is the gospel according to Jesus?
The gospel according to Jesus is the message that He Himself proclaimed during His earthly ministry, which emphasized the good news of God’s kingdom and the need for repentance and faith in Him.
Here are some key verses from the Gospels that illustrate Jesus’ message
“Now after that John was put in prison, Jesus came into Galilee, preaching the gospel of the kingdom of God, And saying, The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand: repent ye, and believe the gospel.” (Mk 1:14-15)
“From that time Jesus began to preach, and to say, Repent: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.” (Mt 4:17)
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” (Jn 3:16)
“The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he hath anointed me to preach the gospel to the poor; he hath sent me to heal the brokenhearted, to preach deliverance to the captives, and recovering of sight to the blind, to set at liberty them that are bruised, To preach the acceptable year of the Lord.” (Lk 4:18-19)
“Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.” (Mt 11:28-30)
“Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.” (Jn 14:6)
Jesus’ gospel message centered around the good news of God’s love and grace, the coming of the kingdom of God, and the need for repentance and faith in Him as the only way to salvation and eternal life. He also emphasized the importance of following Him and obeying His commands as evidence of true faith.
What is another gospel that leads to condemnation according to Apostle Paul?
In the book of Galatians, Paul warns the believers about the danger of accepting a false gospel, which is not really a gospel at all, and which leads to condemnation.
Here is what Paul says
“I marvel that ye are so soon removed from him that called you into the grace of Christ unto another gospel: Which is not another; but there be some that trouble you, and would pervert the gospel of Christ. But though we, or an angel from heaven, preach any other gospel unto you than that which we have preached unto you, let him be accursed. As we said before, so say I now again, If any man preach any other gospel unto you than that ye have received, let him be accursed.” (Ga 1:6-9)
Paul is saying there are some who try to change the true gospel message of salvation through faith in Christ alone, and are instead promoting a false gospel that adds works or other requirements to salvation. He warns that anyone who preaches such a false gospel, even if they are an angel from heaven, is under God’s curse and will ultimately be condemned.
E Amen
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Hebrew Roots: SA in Crisis – Dangers of Messianism, Hebrew Roots and Torah Groups
Sacred Names of God
What Is Religion? Enemy of Grace
The Biblical Meaning of Grace
Law and Grace Comparison Table
Legalism Carnality Apostasy
What Is the Gospel of Jesus Christ?
Christian Testimonies
What We Know About God and Jesus From the Bible
What Is Occultism?
How to Help Those in the Occult
Renunciation Prayers
Prayer for Release From a Religious Spirit
The Blood Is Enough for Complete Forgiveness
Prayer for Forgiveness Made Possible by Jesus Christ
