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Did Paul abandon Jerusalem after his encounter with Jesus? Many assume so—but the evidence tells a different story. In this episode, Ryan Lambert draws from his book The Weird Apostle to explore Paul’s enduring commitment to Jerusalem and the Temple. Discover why Jerusalem remained sacred to Paul, how his letters and actions reflect deep solidarity with the city, and why reclaiming Paul’s love for Jerusalem creates powerful common ground between Jews and Christians today.

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The Weird Apostle 
Ryan's book places the Apostle Paul in his Jewish and Greco-Roman context.

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Is the New Testament antisemitic? In this thought-provoking episode of the Bridge Builders Forum, Lutheran theologian Dr. Jesper Svartvik joins Ryan Lambert to explore this controversial question. Drawing from his book Jewish Foundations of the New Testament, Dr. Svartvik addresses how supersessionism and misreadings of texts like John 8 have fueled antisemitism for generations.

We discuss the legacy of anti-Judaism in Christian theology, the misunderstood role of the Pharisees, and how reading the New Testament without replacement theology can uncover long-hidden insights. This conversation is essential for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of Jewish-Christian relations, biblical interpretation, and how theology shapes history.

Jesper Svartvik's new book, Jewish Foundations of the New Testament: Addressing the Roots of Antisemitism: https://a.co/d/2u5WU7V

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Did you know the first interpreter of Paul’s most important letter was a woman? Her name was Phoebe—and she didn’t just carry Paul’s letter to the Romans; she likely read it aloud, fielded questions, and explained its meaning. In this episode of Journey with the Jewish Paul, we explore Phoebe's remarkable role in the early Jesus movement and what her story reveals about Paul’s true view of women. Was Paul really a misogynist—or have we misunderstood him?

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Romans 10:4 is often quoted to claim that Jesus put an end to the Torah. But is that really what Paul meant?

In this episode, we take a fresh look at Romans 10:4 and explore what Paul was actually saying about the Torah, the Gentiles, and God’s promises to Israel. Was Paul declaring the law obsolete—or revealing its deeper purpose through Christ? 

Drawing on insights from scholar Stanley Stowers, we uncover a more Jewish reading of Paul—one that challenges supersessionism and highlights a shared story between Jews and Christians.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in Jewish-Christian relations, biblical interpretation, and reclaiming Paul’s voice in his original Jewish context.

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What does it mean for Christians to truly understand Judaism—and why does it matter?

In this thought-provoking conversation, Orthodox Jewish scholar Dr. Tzvi Novick (Notre Dame) joins the Bridge Builders Forum to discuss his bold new book "Judaism: A Guide for Christians". From the lasting impact of supersessionism to what Jews really believe about the Talmud and the Holy Spirit, this episode is full of insights that challenge assumptions and open doors for deeper understanding.

Whether you're Jewish, Christian, or just curious—this conversation will impact how you think about faith, history, and the future of Jewish-Christian relations.

Tziv's new book: https://a.co/d/8pLuX54

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Did the Apostle Paul abandon the Jewish connection to the Land of Israel?
Many Christians assume he did—but the Bible tells a different story.

In this special Bridge Builders Forum episode, released for Israel’s Independence Day (Yom HaAtzmaut), we explore Paul’s deep commitment to the Abrahamic covenant and why that matters for how we understand the biblical promise of the land. 

Far from teaching Replacement Theology, Paul calls God’s gifts to Israel—including the land—"irrevocable" (Romans 11:29).

This episode is essential for anyone seeking to build bridges between Jews and Christians, challenge anti-Jewish readings of the New Testament, and rediscover Paul as a faithful Jew, not a theologian of replacement.

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Is the Apostle Paul anti-Jewish? Or have we misunderstood him for centuries?

In this episode of Bridge Builders Forum, we confront one of the most damaging legacies of Christian interpretation: the misreading of Paul that has fueled antisemitism. We unpack three common distortions of Paul’s writings and explore how reclaiming his Jewish identity can lead to healing, not harm.

🔍 You’ll learn:

Why Paul didn’t reject Judaism—but stayed rooted in it

How “the law vs. grace” has been misused to paint Judaism as lifeless

Why Paul’s words don’t support supersessionism—and what he really meant by “branches grafted in”

This is a call to rethink Paul, resist antisemitic theology, and build bridges—not barriers—between Christians and Jews.

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Was Paul’s body as robust as his reputation? In this episode, Dr. Isaac Soon joins us to discuss his groundbreaking book, A Disabled Apostle. We explore compelling historical evidence that Paul lived with multiple disabilities—and how this impacts how we read his letters. From “thorn in the flesh” to ancient views on circumcision and stature, this conversation offers a powerful new lens on Paul’s life, theology, and mission.

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Jesus' resurrection was indeed a cause for celebration in Paul's mind!

But when would Paul have celebrated the resurrection? Would it have been Easter or Passover? And what would Paul think about Christians celebrating Jesus' resurrection on Easter in modern times?

We discuss all this and more in this 3-minute video!

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Within a few hundred years after Jesus and Paul, very few Christian groups maintained a connection to Passover. But what would it have been like for the Christ-following communities that Paul visited and wrote to?

Would they have celebrated Passover? 
And would Paul support them doing so?
And what would Paul think about Christians celebrating Passover today?

We cover these questions and more in this 3-minute video.

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The Weird Apostle 
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