"THESE SCRIPTURES ARE NOT YOURS, BUT OURS" -Justin Martyr

What if the theology you’ve inherited isn’t rooted in Scripture at all, but in a 2nd-century backlash against Judaism? Meet the architects of supersessionism—Justin Martyr, Melito of Sardis, Tertullian—who forged the idea that “true Israel” isn’t an ethnic lineage but a faith community.

In this episode, we're diving deep into a fascinating yet troubling period of history when Christian leaders developed creative new interpretations to claim they were the "True Israel," while the Jewish people were... well, you'll have to tune in to find out.

Join us as we explore:
• The brilliant (but dangerous) solution early Church fathers found to their "Jewish problem"
• How they transformed prophetic rebuke into something entirely different
• Two types of "replacement theology" that emerged and still impact us today

Part 4 of our "Baseless Hatred" series reveals the roots that would shape Christian-Jewish relations for centuries to come. Don't miss this critical piece of the story.

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Is justice truly blind—or is that just an ideal we pretend to uphold? What happens when pity or power tips the scales? Can justice truly avoid being swayed by status or story? Discover how God’s justice resists bias, how Yeshua models perfect equity, and what that means for us today in this week’s 5 Minute Torah.

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Root Causes

What do Gnostics, Marcion, and Crusaders have in common? They all reshaped Christianity—and fueled centuries of anti‑Judaism.

This week we’ll travel back in time to zoom in on a moment when the Jesus movement took a sharp turn. Not yet with councils or decrees, but with quiet edits and a clever “fix” that still shapes how people read the Bible today.

If you’ve ever wondered, “How did we get here?” this is where you need to start.

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What if the fiercest battle isn’t fought with swords but with love? In this week’s Torah portion, God commands Moses to wage war on Midian—but rabbinic masters insist the real enemy isn’t people at all, but the hatred that divides us. How do you “take up arms” against sinat chinam—baseless hatred—and instead pursue ahavat chinam—baseless love? Can you fight for unity when your heart feels torn?Join us as we uncover the Holy War of Love hidden in Numbers 30–36 and learn Yeshua’s radical call: conquer division by loving even those you’re tempted to hate. Are you ready to enlist in this battlefield of the heart in this week’s 5 Minute Torah?

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Bless Those Who Bless You? | When the Promise Gets Twisted

What if a promise meant to affirm was used to condemn?

In Bless Those Who Bless You, Part 2 of Baseless Hatred: The Roots of Christian Antisemitism, we examine how God’s enduring covenant with Israel, anchored in the Word of God, has been distorted through theology, rhetoric, and silence.

This week, we expose the misguided interpretation at the heart of a popular story..

The confusion isn’t new, but it’s dangerous and it must be answered.

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In a world drowning in noise, how do you pick the voice worth following? Some lead with fear. Others peddle empty promises—or simply crave the sound of their own words. But what if the greatest leader isn’t a celebrity or politician at all, but the quiet shepherd who knows each sheep by name? In this week’s Torah portion, Moses’ final request isn’t about legacy or lineage—it’s about the welfare of the flock. He begs for a true shepherd, one who will guide, protect, and lay down his life for the sheep. Who sounds like a hireling, and who truly speaks with God’s heart? Discover what separates charlatans from the Good Shepherd… in this week’s 5 Minute Torah.

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What happens when hate wears a theological costume? Why does a 1.1 M-view conspiracy video about “fake Jews” resonate so deeply—and how do 20,000 comments reveal our own blind spots? I’ll admit it: I was tired, uninspired, even overwhelmed by the sheer volume of lies dressed up as biblical truth. But then I got kicked in the rear end by a simple insight: antisemitic myths don’t need facts. They only need to feel right. In this urgent sermon, we’ll trace the deep roots of Christian antisemitism—from Chrysostom’s golden mouth to modern replacement theologies—and discover how two fatal misreads of the New Testament fueled centuries of “baseless hatred.” If you’re ready to be empowered instead of worn down, to fight prejudice with truth rather than rage, join me on this journey into the roots of hatred—and learn how knowledge really is power.

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What do a frog in a kettle, a talking donkey, a reluctant prophet, a deadly plague—and even your favorite Prime-Time TV shows—have in common? Could the same slow drift that turns a frog complacent also be luring you into compromise? In Parashat Balak, King Balak hires Balaam to curse Israel, only to see every scheme—human cunning, sorcery, and seduction—thwarted by divine intervention. From oracles of a coming King to Pinchas’ zeal that halts a rampant plague, this portion unpacks the high stakes of covenant faithfulness. How does Balaam’s sly tactic—“If you can’t beat them, seduce them”—echo in our streaming culture? Can blessings really outwit curses? Join me … in this week’s 5 Minute Torah.

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Are you living life on autopilot—going through religious motions but feeling spiritually dead? What if the startling ritual of the Red Heifer and Miriam’s sudden death aren’t just ancient oddities, but wake-up calls to confront hidden impurities in our souls? How do the roadblocks of Edom and the giants of fear, envy, and complacency stand between you and God’s promise? In this sermon, we unpack Parashat Chukat as a call to spiritual awakening: to choose cleansing over complacency, to fight the giants that rise when we begin to obey, and to finally “wake up, sleeper” and step into the life God has prepared. Will you remain drowsy or will you rise to your purpose?

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Why does the Torah—after prescribing the enigmatic Red Heifer rite—immediately record Miriam’s death? Is this random editorial, or a divine breadcrumb trail to God’s true logic? Could it be that atonement isn’t secured by ritual alone, but by the life—and death—of the righteous? Rabbinic sages taught that just as cow-ashes cleanse, so does a holy life’s end atone. If a prophet’s passing can purify a nation, what could the Messiah’s sacrifice accomplish? In this eye-opening episode, we unpack ancient Midrashim, Rashi’s startling insight, and the collateral role of Yeshua’s atoning death. Dare to discover why your redemption hinges not on ceremony, but on the One whom God takes as collateral for us all.

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