Finding Messiah Audiobook Libro.fm

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Jesus was Jewish and his Jewish identity informed every aspect of his work words and witness He came as the Messiah of Israel Gods covenant people and he spoke the language of Gods faithfulness to this people So why does it seem that Judaism has little to do with our Christian discipleship today

Jennifer Rosner a scholar of JewishChristian relations takes us on a personal and corporate journey into the Jewish roots of Christian faith and practice Understanding Judaismand the way in which Judaism and Christianity became separate religionsis essential for a rich and holistic Christian identity As a follower of Jesus who was raised in a Jewish home and who continues to live a Jewish life Rosner has seen firsthand how a Christian faith can become impoverished when divorced from its Jewish roots Finding Messiah follows Rosners own journey in rediscovering the role of Judaism and Gods covenant with Israel in Christian life and practice When we begin to understand Christianitys indelible relationship to Judaism key aspects of the Christian faith come alive and the wonder of the gospel becomes clear in new and powerful ways

Jesus Judaism provides the foundation for the church that is built upon his name Rediscover the Jewish Jesus and in so doing experience a deeper and richer faith than ever before