The question of the timing of the Sabbath is one that is heavily disputed in the Torah observant community. It’s a topic that tends to follow discussions on the calendar as there are numerous calendars followed by Pro-Nomians and while the timing of the sabbath and the calendar are not exactly the same topic, these two conversations often occur within the course of a single discussion and for some alternative calendars the discussion of the Sabbath's timing hinges on the cale

It is so easy to read over things in the Tanakh. I help lead two classes at my local church, and we were going through Exodus and Leviticus when I noticed something peculiar. I had always thought growing up that “circumcision of the heart” was one of those things that Jesus changed when he ushered in the “church dispensation of grace.”  Sadly, this is not an uncommon belief in the church today. The church often reads Paul as though he is redefining what it means to be a belie

Very often, I dare say in nearly all debates about the trinity, the passage in John 10:30 is always brought up by the pro-trinity side. This is the famous "I and my Father are one" quote, which understandably would seem to affirm the idea of the trinity at face value. And while yes this could be the case in a vacuum, the passage, however, does not exist in a vacuum. Within it's own context there is an entire discussion, with a challenge and response and even an explanation fr

Refuting the Trinitarian Interpretation of Luke 6:46 In the ongoing theological debate between Trinitarians and non-Trinitarians, certain Bible verses have recently become flashpoints. One such passage is Luke 6:46, where Jesus asks, "Why do you call me 'Lord, Lord,' and do not do what I say?" (NIV). Trinitarians sometimes cite this verse as evidence for the doctrine of the Trinity, arguing that the title "Lord" (Greek: "kyrios") equates Jesus with G-d, implying his co-equal

This article was co-written with Chaim, who provided the initial outline, primary points and some initial sources with which to write this article The kosher dietary laws, rooted in scripture, have long been a topic of debate within Christian circles. Many wonder if the New Testament abolishes these laws, citing key passages from Acts, Romans, and Corinthians. There are a few points to consider here that must be analyzed to logically conclude whether or not kosher laws remain