Pastor Melissa Scott, Ph.D.
by Pastor Melissa Scott, Ph.D.
How does one define Judaism? What makes someone Jewish? Why has there always been so much controversy surrounding the land of Israel? Unfortunately, there has been much confusion and conflation regarding the terms “Israelites,” “Hebrews,” and “Jews.” Also, many traditions are not as ancient as people might think they are. But there are answers to be found in God’s word, which should be studied along with secular history and archaeology.
In this series, Pastor Melissa Scott traces how and when Judaism became a definable religion. Whether you are Christian or Jewish, your faith should be based on God’s written word and historically verifiable facts, not on traditions and man-made dogma.
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| Play | Description |
|---|---|
 | Why is Israel Such a Big Deal? |
| Modern-Day Israel Is a Bookmark |
| Unfolding the History of Judaism |
| Jewish History: Not as Ancient as You Might Think |
| Were There “Jews” in Egypt at the Time of the Exodus? |
| Investigating the Origins of Judaism |
| Matrilineal Descent Is Not Biblical |
| The Emergence of Judaism |
| The Crystallization of the Newfound Faith |
| God Has a Perfect Plan |
| The Intertestamental History of the Jewish People |
| John 1:11 - The Rejection of Christ |
| Not All Israel Is of Israel |
| Romans 9:15-26 - God Will Have Mercy on Whom He Will |
| Romans 9 - A Remnant Shall be Saved |
| Romans 10 - You’re Not Born to Desire God |
| Romans, Isaiah - Who Hath Believed Our Report? |
| Romans 11 - Election by Grace Is God’s Prerogative |
| Romans 11 - Complacency and the Departure from the Ways of God |
But what of the House of Israel? Continue the journey and uncover God's Hand in History