The book of Matthew begins with Jesus’ genealogy, but is this the first place in the Bible where we find Jesus? Are biblical prophecies the only place we see Him in the Old Testament? Jonathan and Ezra continue their conversation with Rabbi Troy Wallace, discussing some of the more than 50 appearances of Yeshua before He makes His historic entrance into humanity as a baby in a manger. You’ll see that the Old and New Testaments are one continuous story of God’s interaction with humankind and gain insight into why the Jewish leaders of Jesus’ day were so opposed to Jesus. Rabbi Troy Wallace is Vice President of Congregation Leadership and Development at Jewish Voice Ministries International.

What needs to take place before Jesus returns? Jonathan and Ezra sit down to discuss one thing you may not have heard much about. And if you’re a Gentile Believer in Jesus, it directly involves you! Join them as they share the Church’s role in God’s plan for Israel and the invitation God has offered non-Jewish people. They discuss one unfortunate and often unrecognized mindset of today’s Church that the disciples probably never imagined possible. They explain the meaning of the olive tree illustration Paul used in Romans 11 and share an important example of a “disconnect” between today’s Church and the Church of the first century.

There’s a dangerous misconception floating around today. It may be politically correct, but it’s biblically wrong. And it has to do with what Jonathan and Ezra are discussing in this week’s show. Join them as they talk about what it means to stand with and bless Israel, why it’s critical for Believers in Jesus and how we do it. You'll learn the most vital component to blessing the Jewish people that many Believers overlook because of one major misunderstanding about the Jewish people.

“God is one.” It’s the foundation of Judaism, taken directly from Deuteronomy 6:4. Join Jonathan Bernis and Ezra Benjamin as they discuss how the “triunity” of God does not contradict this fundamental Scripture. You’ll discover the full meaning of the Hebrew word for “one” used in this verse. Hear scriptural examples from the Old and New Testaments of God’s manifestations in more than one form and see the importance of the Father in a new light.

Did you know that Jesus' purpose is contained right in His name? Jonathan and Ezra discuss the Hebrew name of Jesus that reveals His very purpose - salvation - and that the New Testament's message of salvation flows throughout the Old Testament as well. They talk about the biblical meaning of the word "meditation" and share the value of carefully guarding the things we take into our minds and of speaking forth the Word of God to get it deep into our hearts. They also introduce the 10th and final edition of Jewish Voice's Confessing the Hebrew Scriptures series, Adonai Yeshu'ati - The Lord My Salvation.

Join Jonathan and Ezra as they celebrate Shavuot. This particular time of year is set aside on God’s calendar for us to remember how He has blessed us. Shavuot commemorates a time when a harvest offering was brought to the Temple and also celebrates the giving of the Torah and outpouring of God’s Holy Spirit. Discover the historical context, traditional customs, and spiritual significance of Shavuot. And you may be surprised how this Feast of the Lord connects with the book of Ruth. You’ll also learn the exciting connection between Shavuot and Passover and how this multi-dimensional spring Feast signifies God’s love and provision for His children.