Our Father and our King, in these troubled days we pray for peace in the name of the Prince of Peace, Yeshua our Messiah.
Read MoreA recent blog on the Times of Israel website entitled “The Devious Way That Messianic Jews Are Trying to Destroy Judaism” was filled with misrepresentations and unfounded accusations against the Messianic Jewish community. UMJC President Dr. John Fischer and Rabbinic Counsel Russ Resnik responded with the following blog, which Times of Israel declined to post.
Read MoreThis month has been a time of reflection and concern for all of us in the leadership of the Union of Messianic Jewish Congregations in the aftermath of the disturbing, violent attacks on America’s Capitol. Over the course of the last year, America has been torn apart by tensions that have left our nation and our community divided.
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In the chaotic year of 2020 the partisan divide isn’t strictly generational, but it’s definitely raising the community blood pressure, including within our own Messianic Jewish community. Election Day is a specific nearby date, November 3, but election tension is likely to linger long after the votes are in. So, what to do now?
Read MoreIn today’s uber-uptight political environment it’s hard to know what to say and not say about the current election. (I’m addressing leaders in this blog, but everyone is welcome to read on.) One solution is to simply keep silent on anything remotely political, knowing that you’re unlikely to change anyone’s mind, and someone is going to be offended by (and also likely to misinterpret) just about anything you say.
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Several worthy Messianic Jewish translations of the Scriptures have appeared in recent years, and the most recent one, the Jerusalem Illustrated Bible (JIB) adds a new dimension.
Read More“Killing Jesus’ Brothers and Sisters” is the title of a powerful op-ed by Christianity Today editor-in-chief Mark Galli, posted on January 3. Rabbinic Counsel Russ Resnik responds with appreciation and a further step in repudiating anti-Semitism.
Read MoreUnion friend and colleague Gid'on Nelson passed away November 26 in Florida. We will all miss his generous and enthusiastic spirit in following the ways of Yeshua his Messiah.
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The state of Israel celebrates its 70th anniversary on April 19 this year. Amid the tensions and challenges of the turbulent Middle East it's a day of celebration for Israel and recognition of the "first-fruits of redemption," as the Jewish people from around the world reclaim and restore their ancient homeland.
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