Shalom Macon: Messianic Jewish Teachings

Romans 9:6 is often misunderstood to support Replacement Theology, the idea that the Church has replaced Israel in God’s plan. This interpretation not only distorts Paul’s intent but also damages our…

Is there a means by which we can defeat mortality, in this world, not merely in the resurrection? This week's Torah portion may just give us the key to unlocking this mystery. Please join me as we un…

In this overview of Romans 9-11, we explore what Paul is truly saying—and not saying—about God’s promises to Israel and the inclusion of Gentiles. Are these chapters a detour, or the climax of his me…

DNA. The building blocks of life. It’s the molecule that carries genetic information for the development and function of an organism. Every living organism depends on this foundational element. It no…

What was the character difference between Abraham and Noah? Most people couldn’t tell you. In rabbinic literature, however, there is a marked difference between the two. To the casual reader, they ar…

Let the lessons of the holidays propel you forward! Ready to grow? Drawing insights from Nehemiah, Rabbi Damian explores how to carry the holidays’ lessons forward, empowering you to step into a bett…

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Heaven… The City of God. The eternal reward of those in Christ and the resting place of the saints… Or is it??? Is our hope to one day walk the streets of gold in this place called Heaven? Is this th…

Can our sins become merits? At first glance, the question seems absurd, and the answer appears obvious. Yet, in this season of evaluation and introspection, when we carefully reflect on our sins and …

In this powerful teaching, Rabbi Damian challenges us to embrace the spiritual work of the approaching High Holidays. As the month of Elul comes to a close and Rosh Hashanah approaches, it’s time to …

In the days of the Apostles, all the disciples of Yeshua were Jewish and trying to figure out what to do with the Gentiles who were coming to faith. Today, however, followers of Yeshua are predominan…

Romans 7 has played a pivotal role in shaping Christian theology throughout the centuries. Traditionally, it has been understood not only as an account of humanity's futile struggle to live according…

In Matthew 15, Yeshua called some of the Pharisees of his day “blind guides.” He then followed it up by saying, “And if the blind lead the blind, both will fall into a pit.” (Matthew 15:14). But what…

In Part 9 of the "Repaving Romans Road" series, we dive into Romans 5-6 to clarify one of  Paul's most well-known (and equally misunderstood) statements, "not under the law but under grace.” This tea…

We’re living in a time similar to the days of King Josiah in which the Torah has been lost among the followers of Yeshua. Now that we’ve rediscovered it, what are we supposed to do with it? Let’s exp…

In Part 8 of "Repaving Romans Road," we dive into Romans 4 and explore Paul’s continued focus on his audience in Rome, particularly how they can find entry into the family. There is still much talk o…

What if you had a magical key that could unlock any door in the world? What door would you use it on? This seems like something you might read about in a children’s story or maybe a fantasy book, rig…

In Romans chapter 3, Paul continues his dialogue with a critical conversational partner, introducing the term ‘works of the law.’ But can we trust the traditional interpretation that Paul is condemni…

Are there still True Prophets today?

Today, there are people all around the world who claim to be prophets of God. They display signs & wonders, miraculous healings or physical manifestations that de…

The traditional interpretation of Romans suggests that in Chapter 2, Paul shifts his focus to the sinfulness of the Jewish people. However, when we consider the rhetorical structure and flow of the l…