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What is Deceptive Proselytizing? What is Jews for Jesus? How Jewish Are Groups Such As Jews for Jesus? and more. What are the commonly asked questi...
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In this post, we find out the tactics followed by Christian Missionary to convert Jews. What are the missionary manipulations?
Bible & Text
In a similar fashion to the mistranslation of the “Virgin Birth” , Christian translators have manipulated many parts of Scripture to “force” it to ...
Did the Jesus of Christianity exist? What would he say?
Jews for Jesus and Messianic Jews claim that what they’re doing is 100% Jewish... the most Jewish thing anyone can do. However, calling it Jewish d...
When it comes to salesmanship – which is essentially what evangelism is all about – the “soft-sell” is still a sales pitch.
One perceived contradiction between Torah and science is the age of the universe. Is there a way to reconcile these two views?
Some modem scholars claim that Judaism has no binding dogmas and that it is concerned solely with deeds. They regard Judaism as a purely rational a...
Faith & Family
Growing up in New York in the ‘50s I was naïve to scam artists. We knew to respect our parents and be helpful to our neighbors. The police were her...
Why the Desert Was the Most Suitable Space for Torah The Desert This week's Torah portion, named "Bamidbar," which means "in the desert," is ...
Under Operation Tikva, through which thousands of people in Ethiopia are provided with clean water, money for food and educational services, they a...
Deceptive missionary efforts in Israel take a number of creative and ever-changing forms. The following are but a sampling of what is taking place ...
Today's spiritual consumer encounters a tremendous range of choices and opportunities. A walk down the "Judaism" aisle also reveals a plethora of s...
Until the sign appeared, none of the people at the butcher shop, or the kosher pizza parlor knew who the new tenant in the Main Exchange Mall in su...
Try this: Ask any fundamentalist Christian why his/her spiritual forebears launched the Inquisition, the Crusades, or the Holocaust. 10 out of 10 w...
The purpose of this trilogy is to help you see the Jewish Christian polemic in a new light. Read on to find out more on this topic in this interest...
Jews at Risk: An Interview with Jews For Judaism Baltimore Executive Director, Ruth Guggenheim By Margie Pensak
This is a story of Julius Ciss, he is also tringy to bring those Jews whom they have "converted" back to authentic Judaism.
Why I Am Converting To Judaism - This is part 1 of a 3 part series by Angela Dekort about why she converted to Judaism. You can read Part 2 and Par...
Read this story of someone who became a christian and then left it for Judaism. Why did he do that? Find out in this interesting post
Read this interesting post about Lisa Cohen who talks about her love for a Mormon and how she as a Jew kept her interests first.
Gradually it became clear that Holly wanted me to accept Jesus as my savior. I insisted that, to Jews, Jesus is not the Messiah. No bibles were ope...
For converts to Judaism, the Biblical Ruth, the daughter of the king of Moab, is the archetypical personality. Why is she called the M5 of all Conv...
What are some of the fundamental changes that the true Messiah will bring about when he comes? Let's find out in this interesting article.
Did Jesus fulfill Isaiah 53:7 that describes the suffering servant "as a lamb that is led to the slaughter" and as someone who "opened not his mouth"?
The word 'echad, "one," is used in the Jewish Scriptures in either a compound or absolute sense. In what sense is 'echad used in the Shema, "Hear, ...
Did the supposed resurrection of Jesus happen? Did anyone actually see it, is there a witness? Let us find out in this question and answer post.
The purpose of this work is to help you understand and appreciate the belief system known as Judaism. When Constantine made Christianity the offici...
Why do Jews say Isaiah 9:6 does not refer to Jesus? What is the reason behind this? Let's find out in this interesting post.
What are the implications of the author of Matthew using Hosea 11:1 to describe Mary, Joseph, and Jesus being called out of Egypt?
“I Believe With Complete Faith In The Coming Of The Messiah….” (from the Thirteen Principles of Faith). Let us find out what Judaism teaches about ...
In addition to lectures, news interviews and meetings with government officials, my colleagues and I distributed thousands of copies of a new Hebre...
Was the Prophet referring to Jesus in Isaiah 53 which was recognized as messianic? Here we try to interpret this chapter that has become a cornerst...
In this post, we take a closer look at look at what the text of Zechariah 12:10 really says, what is the correct translation of Zechariah 12:10. Fi...
As Hebrew-Christians, individuals seeking to know and do the will of the Almighty, you are confronted with a significant question: is the New Testa...
The Christian scriptures claim that their leader, one Jesus of Nazareth, was crucified by the Romans and that as a result of this he died. These au...
What is messianic judaism, is it an5 form of judaism? The goal of this article is to convey that Judaism and Christianity are 2 separate faith syst...
What should you do to avoid getting involved in a cult? Care about yourself as a person and as a Jew. Find out more in this article.
The Shabbat morning service at Congregation Sha’arei Shalom in this suburb of Raleigh has a familiar feel to anyone who grew up in a mainstream Ame...
How to reply when the doorbell rings? What about conversion and christian missionaries? How do we tackle them? Find out in this article.
Forewarned is forearmed, by knowing the missionary tactics we can prepare for any encounter.
There are major fundamental differences in the belief systems of Christianity and Judaism. This chart outlines these differences:
Are the Jews God's Chosen people? What does “chosen” mean? Let's find out.
Judaism maintains that although certain beliefs may be permissible for non-Jews, they are not acceptable for Jews.
A look at how the Christian concepts of Satan and the trinity are reflected - or absent altogether - in Judaism.
The year 1925 is here. With great expectation Christians have looked forward to this year. Many have confidently expected that all members of the b...
What is the story told in the Book of Mormon? Who are these two different early American peoples? The Jaredites and a group who were descendents of...
What are the secrets to raising amazing children? Find out by reading this book by Molly B Koch. What does it say? Purchase it and read it!
Find out the resources that you can use for further reading about Judaism. For queries, email at ask@jewsforjudaism.org
What is Passion and Zealotry? What are the differences? Is there any? Or is it a thin line?
Find out all about Hollywood's Hottest Cult, the Kabbalah Chronicles in these articles.
How are we to understand the unprecedented popularity of The Da Vinci Code?
Many Christians have a very difficult time understanding how it is possible for Jewish people to study their Bible and fail to see it pointing to J...
A growing movement of solidarity and support for Israel and the Jewish people has emerged from within the ranks of Evangelical Christianity, and th...
Faith Strengthened (Chizzuk Emunah) New Testament
Rabbi Israel Chaim Blumethal's booklet is a Scripture-based response to Christian arguments used to entice Jews.
With over 360,000 in print, in 9 languages, this clear, concise and easy to read handbook is an excellent resource for parents, students young adul...
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7 Answers to Jews for Jesus - Pamphlet
The following time line is provided a perspective on the events affecting Christianity and Judaism.
What is the Christian belief in the trinity and is it compatible with Judaism?
This article has been republished with permission. Written by Gil Student, this article discusses the topic of Jesus in the Talmud. Read on.
What is Judaism's take on looking into our future? What does Judaism say about Palm reading and Horoscopes? Is it possible to know our destiny? Let...
In this post we will read about Maimonides, the laws pertaining to the Messiah and find out what really are the laws. Read on to find out.
The Elephant in the Room of Jusdaism is a lecture from Rabbi Michael Skobac that explores the discomfort many Jewish people have with speaking abou...
This lecture seeks to understand what is meant when we speak about spirituality and how Judaism provides avenues to satisfying this profound person...
A look at how and why some Christian missionaries target Jews for Conversion.
Why Jesus didn't have to Die to Atone for Sin? Find out in this interesting video.
5 Surprising Facts About Judaism
In this episode of GPS for the Jewish Soul, Ruth is joined by Rabbi Yerachmiel Shapiro. Ruth and the Rabbi, in Part 1 discuss the Miracles of Summe...
Join Ruth Guggenheim on GPS for the Jewish Soul as she welcomes William Paikin the developer of J-APP. This mobile app allows the user to access au...
In this episode of GPS for the Jewish Soul, Ruth Guggenheim is joined by Jews for Judaism Outreach Coordinator, Ira Michaelson
In this episode of GPS for the Jewish Soul, Ruth is joined by Alissa Thomas-Newborn and her paper on "Women and the Shofar.
In this episode of GPS for the Jewish Soul, Ruth is joined by Rabbi Shalom Zirkind for a discussion on moving from the Intensity of Rosh HaShana an...
The Real Messiah – Miracles – A look at the Jewish view of the Messiah and how it is contradicted in Christianity
The Counter-missionary Survival Seminar is the definitive, internationally acclaimed 10-part audio series, presented by Rabbi Michael Skobac, Educa...
How did a family of middle class mystics end up with matching mansions in Beverly Hills? Our final installment examines how the Kabbalah Centre is ...
What's a Noachide? Find out in this interesting post.
This anonymous letter was originally discovered by Wellsprings and appeared in the premiere edition of Farbrengen.
What does it feel to be in an interfaith family or marriage? Here we present to you a twisted thing an interfaith story. Read on to find out.
Conversion to any religion is an awesome decision demanding extensive soul-searching and thought. Changing one's faith has profound implications fr...
Should we be religious, should we be spiritual? There are people in both categories but who is doing God's will right? Let's find out.
As far as slogans go the Oakland Raider NFL franchise had it right. They marketed their team to the world with the catchphrase “Commitment to Excel...
When the Torah was given at Sinai and explicated by Moses over the next forty years, it resulted in a system of laws that, according to the traditi...
Jewish tradition teaches that we were created as sparks of God, “in the image of God,” body and soul. What else does Judaism teach us?
Are interfaith interactions healthy -this discussion prompted by the growing "love affair," between certain Jewish leaders and evangelical Christia...
Here you will find the PDF file of the newsletter for the year 2015 for Los Angeles. Download the file and go through the contents.
Even though I was raised in a Christian family, my life was transformed when I became a born-again Christian at age 15. While studying in Cape Town...
What is the challenge of missionaries and cults? Let's find out in this post. Why do they convert, who are the born again christians?
What happens if I am Jewish and my spouse is not. Find your answers here. For further questions and enquiries, email us at ask@jewsforjudaism.org
For centuries, Christians have asked why Jews don’t accept the authenticity of the New Testament. Let’s explore in depth one of the many reasons, n...
This post lists a Glossary of Personalities who have a Jewish philosophy. These include several prominent names such as Rabbi Akiva, Vilna Gaon.
Inside Hollywood's Hottest Cult (Kabbalah) Part Four: There’s No Profit Like Non-Profit
Inside Hollywood's Hottest Cult (Kabbalah) Part Three: Madonna’s Magical Mystical Tour Demi! Ashton! Marla! Roseanne! When it comes to attrac...
Jews And “Jewish Christianity” A Jewish Response to the Missionary Challenge by David Berger and Michael Wyschogrod
You were born a Jew. You may have gone to Hebrew school for some years and had a Bar Mitzvah or a Bat Mitzvah. Whether you had a good Jewish educat...
Let us begin with the fundamental belief that Jesus was – and is – the Messiah. Since the very word Christ means Messiah, this belief lies at the h...
The claim that Jesus was the Messiah is one of the beliefs separating Judaism from Christianity. We have explained the Jewish understanding of the ...
“Jewish Christians” invariably emphasize the existence of proofs in the Hebrew Bible for everything they believe about Jesus. It is this claim that...
What is the forgiveness of sin in Judaism? What about Jewish christianity? How does atonement work? Is there a set rule that needs to be followed?
In the chapter dealing with the divinity of Jesus, we explained that for a Jew to believe that Jesus was God constitutes idolatry, while the same t...
In this book we have tried, sincerely and respectfully, to explain the Jewish point of view concerning Jews who have embraced or are thinking of em...
Here is a list of suggestions that you could use for further reading on the topic - Jews and Jewish Christianity
Since the early 1960s, the rates of Jewish intermarriage have mushroomed, increasing tenfold. With extremely low birthrates and large numbers of Je...
David Hazony’s recent book The Ten Commandments reveals that while most people feel strongly about the commandments, few are actually able to enume...
The Hebrew name Tzion (ציון), or “Zion” appears at least 157 times in the Bible. Let us find out the meaning of the word Zion.
This brings us to the final function that Eternal Israel performs in relation to the Law, namely the identification of her leaders.
How prevalent is the Jewish belief in reincarnation today? How does it differ from the Asian belief? What do the Rabbis think of it?
The purpose of this work is to help you understand and appreciate the belief system known as Judaism. Find out in this post.
The differences between Judaism and Christianity I know that you read the Jewish scriptures on a regular basis. You find encouragement and support...
The Angel of the Lord Let us move on now to those passages in which God seems to be interchangeable with an angel. In chapter 18 of Genesis three ...
Plural Terminology An5 category of verses that Christians quote in an attempt to justify their theology are those passages in which God is spoken ...
Traditional Sources Yet another missionary tactic employed in their effort to promote their theology is the usage of traditional Jewish sources.
In summation we can state that the underlying theme of all scripture is that God is God and that everyone and everything else are but His creations.
Eternal Israel’s duties in the preservation of the Law, the application of the Law and in identifying the authentic teachers of the Law are not wit...
What are the Christian objections that have been directed against general observance of Law? What is the truth behind these Christian objections. W...
. Christian Objections to the Oral Law We now move on to those Christian objections directed against the Jewish belief in the unwritten teachings ...
We now move to the next Christian objection directed specifically at the Rabbinic institutions which are so prominent in Judaism. Moses specificall...
The factions of Judaism in the Second Temple era Yet another objection that Christians present in an effort to discredit the national legacy of ou...
The Christian Claim for Recognition as Legal Heirs to the Legacy of Israel - Some Christians recognize the vital nature of the legacy of the Jewish...
What are the chances that children of intermarriage will grow up identifying with Judaism? Find out about this disturbing development and what it o...
This revealing presentation examines some of the negative stereotypes that people have about religion and how Judaism suffers by association.
JEWISH PRAYER & MEDITATION: Connecting with God with Rabbi Michael Skobac is the "third" of a 6-part lecture series called: DEEPENING JEWISH EXPERI...
Faith and Doubt with Rabbi Michael Skobac is the “sixth” of a 6-part lecture series called: DEEPENING JEWISH EXPERIENCE: The Spiritual Dimension.
The Jewish Star - originally, the Hebrew name Magen David ― literally “Shield of David” ― poetically referred to God.
Many people know that the religion that became Christianity originally began as a movement within Judaism. What is less well understood is how this...
The follow are the session notes for the Step-by-step Biblical Refutations seminar
Eternal Torah Vs. New Testament - What is the difference between the two? Find out in this post.
The following are the Counter-Missionary Survival Seminar notes for The Real Messiah Part one.
A Critical Review of "Answering Jewish Objections to Jesus" - The underlying premise of Brown's work is that if all the pertinent information were ...
Isaiah 53 (52:13 – 53:12) describes the servant of the Lord who shocks the world with his unexpected exaltation.
This talk is presented by Rabbi Bentzion Kravitz, the founder and Executive Director, of JEWS FOR JUDAISM (Los Angeles). This lecture was interpret...
Rabbi Immanuel Schochet expounds on What is The Role of the Messiah in Judaism in Part 6 of this seminar “Judaism and the Messiah” in response to J...
What is the Talmud and what is its role in Judaism?
This is an entry level seminar series for Jews to explore the essential ideas and practices of Judaism and Jewish thought.
A six-part lecture series exploring ancient and modern Jewish wisdom for personal growth.
This video is Part #2 of TAKING IT PERSONALLY: Torah Tools for Spiritual Growth with Rabbi Michael Skobac, Educational Director of Jews for Judaism
Is Jesus in the Talmud? Find out from this interesting video.
Christianity insists that it is impossible for us to keep the commandments of the Torah.
Part #1 of a 4-part video series entitled YOU ARE MY WITNESSES: A Jewish Response to Missionaries – By Rabbi Yisroel C. Blumenthal.
If you are thinking of converting to Judaism, you should watch this video. Rabbi Michael Skobac answers these questions and more.
Letters To A Buddhist Jew
From “jew For Jesus” To Orthodox Rabbi
From Church Steeple Back To Her People
The Da Vinci Code
Da’at Calm – A Jewish Approach To Inner Peace
In The Footsteps Of Moshiach
When Will Moshiach Come?
The Intellectual Case For Judaism
How Judaism Differs From Christianity
Mommy, Why Don’t We Have A Christmas Tree?
Moshiach Ben David
Session 8. Questions And Answers With Former Hebrew Christians
This is part 1 of the 11 part series on the writer’s journey back to Judaism. For the 5 parts, read this.
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In his eulogy, son and successor, Franklin Graham restated his father’s message that “Jesus is the only way” to God.
Do we ever get a second chance in life? A year after leaving Egypt, the people of Israel were to bring the Passover offering on the afternoon of...
Chapter 45 THE SEVENTY WEEKS OF DANIEL 9:24 -27 Part 1 LIARS FOR JESUS
The Romans were ever vigilant against a Jewish insurrection. Tenacious in their loyalty to ancestral beliefs and customs Jews presented Rome with a...
Over 250 people attended a fantastic series of events with Jews for Judaism director, Rabbi Zalman Kravitz, at CChabadOrlando this past April.
ISAIAH 53:8 53:8: “As a result of the transgression of my people he has been afflicted.” The literal rendering of this verse is: “From the t...
Continued from Part 11 Nevertheless, Barnes believes that Jesus is himself the uncreated and eternal Creator. However, he does not base his beli...
(Genesis 49:10) Christians attempt to demonstrate that the Messiah had to come prior to the end of Jewish sovereignty in 70 C.E. by citing Genes...