TRAINING, EQUIPPING and MOBILIZING BELIEVERS TO MAKE YESHUA KNOWN TO THE JEWISH COMMUNITY
In this article, Dr. Raymond L. Gannon explores the Apostle Paul's practice of preaching "to the Jew first" and his engagement with Jewish synagogues as he spread the Gospel. It examines the dynamics between Jewish believers, God-fearing Gentiles, and the evolving Messianic communities. The article also highlights the respect and care Paul maintained toward Jewish traditions while presenting the message of Yeshua (Jesus).
In this article, Dr. Raymond L. Gannon explains that honoring the Torah, especially for Jewish believers, is not legalism but a reflection of cultural devotion and faith. He argues that while salvation is through faith in Yeshua, following Jewish practices can align with the Holy Spirit’s guidance and enrich one's relationship with God. Gannon calls for understanding and respect for diverse expressions of faith, emphasizing the importance of living by the "Law of the Spirit."
In this article, Dr. Raymond L. Gannon explores the relationship between Messianic believers and the Torah. He explains that while Torah provided essential guidance to Israel as a nation, true righteousness comes through faith in Yeshua and following the Holy Spirit's leading. Gannon argues that Jewish believers can honor their cultural practices without imposing Torah obligations on Gentiles, emphasizing that the Spirit of God is the key to living in obedience to God’s righteousness.
In this article, Dr. Gannon explores the life and mission of Shaul (Paul), a highly educated Jewish leader who encountered Yeshua on the road to Damascus and became a passionate apostle to the Gentiles. Gannon examines Shaul's unique role in spreading the message of Yeshua beyond the Jewish community, addressing the challenges of integrating Gentiles into a faith rooted in Jewish traditions. Shaul emphasized the importance of preserving cultural diversity within the faith, advocating for spiritual unity without imposing Jewish customs on Gentile believers.
In this article, Dr. Gannon examines Shaul's (Paul's) mission to the Gentiles, emphasizing his role in spreading the message of Yeshua beyond the Jewish community. Shaul understood God's desire to reconcile all nations to Himself without demanding cultural assimilation or imposing Jewish customs on Gentiles. Gannon highlights Shaul's commitment to fostering a diverse, multi-national worship of God, where all cultures and languages would praise the Creator, while maintaining their unique identities under the guidance of the Holy Spirit.
In this article, Dr. Gannon explores Shaul’s deep theological reflections on Israel’s role in God’s redemptive plan. Through these pivotal chapters, Gannon unpacks Shaul’s anguish over Israel’s initial rejection of Yeshua while emphasizing the temporary nature of this hiatus. He highlights Shaul’s vision of a future where Israel embraces Yeshua, and all nations, both Jew and Gentile, partake in God’s mercy. The article underscores the critical role of Gentile believers in provoking Israel to spiritual jealousy, culminating in the salvation of "All Israel" as prophesied in Scripture.
In this article, Dr. Gannon explores the apostle Shaul’s (Paul’s) deep commitment to the unity of God and how it shapes his theology of Yeshua as the Messiah. Gannon emphasizes Israel’s role as a reconciler of nations, highlighting Shaul’s understanding that God's redemptive plan extends to all humanity. The article examines Yeshua’s pivotal role in fulfilling Torah, bringing salvation, and empowering both Jews and Gentiles to partake in God’s mission, ultimately culminating in the salvation of "All Israel" and the reconciliation of the nations.
In this article, Dr. Gannon explores Apostle Shaul’s (Paul's) theology of justification, examining the critical relationship between faith in Yeshua and faithfulness to God. Gannon emphasizes that both Jews and Gentiles fall short of God's holiness standard, yet God's gift of righteousness through Yeshua's atonement transcends human efforts, offering reconciliation to all who place their faith in Him. While Torah observance remains valuable, Shaul teaches that justification and redemption are rooted in faith, empowering believers to live righteous, Spirit-led lives, reflecting God's holiness.
In this article, Dr. Gannon examines the cultural and theological tensions faced by the early Messianic communities in Galatia. Apostle Shaul (Paul) addresses the dilemma of whether Gentile believers in Yeshua (Jesus) must adopt Jewish practices, such as circumcision, to fully participate in the community of faith. The article explores the unity of Jews and Gentiles in Messiah, while respecting their cultural distinctives.