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  • Why Yeshua?
    The Hebrew name Yeshua (ישוע), given to Jesus Christ, is rooted in the word Yeshua' (יְשׁוּעָה), meaning "salvation." It is a shortened form of Yehoshua (יהושע), highlighting the belief that Jesus is the divine savior sent by God to redeem humanity.
  • Is Yahweh the name of Yeshua?
    No, Yahweh and Yeshua are completely different names. Yahweh (In Hebrew "יהוה" - who is and who was and who is to come) - One God who created the visible and invisible world by His Word.
  • What is messianic Jew?
    Messianic Jews are a community of Jews who believe in Jesus Christ (Yeshua in Hebrew) as the promised Messiah. Messianic Jews accept the New Testament as a continuation and fulfillment of the Old Testament. They maintain their Jewish identity, emphasizing their Jewish roots and historical connection to Israel. Messianic Jews believe in the unity of all believers in Jesus Christ, regardless of their ethnic background.
  • Why is the Messianic community considered a movement of living faith and not a religion?
    Unlike religion, in Messianic faith, there is no intermediary between God and man in the form of a priest. Instead, ministers focus their service on bringing believers closer to God. Messianic Jews believe that with the coming of Jesus Christ, a new covenant was made between God and man. This new covenant implies a direct communication between each believer and God. According to this, every believer receives the Holy Spirit, who becomes their inner teacher and guide. This means that every person has the opportunity to personally know God and His will. Messianic Jews strive for deep, personal relationships with God based on faith and love. They believe that every person can have direct access to God through prayer and study of the Scriptures.
  • Differences between Messianic Jews and Christians
    Messianic Jews believe that Jesus Christ fulfilled the prophecies of the Old Testament and is the Messiah promised to the Jewish people, the Son of God, and the Savior of the world. They are guided by His principles as described in the New Testament. To learn more, please visit: https: //www.harvestofasher.com/about-us/we-believe
  • Jewish Roots and Messianic Faith: Is there a connection?
    Messianic faith combines belief in the one God of Israel with belief in Jesus Christ as the Messiah and Savior, rooted in the Hebrew Scriptures (Tanakh) and prophecies about the coming of the Messiah, some of which Jesus has already fulfilled and some of which He will yet fulfill in the future. To learn more, please visit: https://www.harvestofasher.com/about-us/yeshua-and-jewish-festivals
  • Can non-Jews attend Messianic congregations?
    Messianic congregations believe that salvation is available to all people regardless of their nationality.
  • Are Messianic Jews accepted in Israel?
    Messianic Jews may face challenges, discrimination, and misunderstandings from Israeli society, particularly its religious sectors. Despite these difficulties, there are Messianic communities in Israel that are accepted by Israeli society and actively contribute to it.
  • Jesus Christ was Jew?
    Yes, Jesus (Yeshua in Hebrew) was Jewish. He was born into a Jewish family, lived in a Jewish society, and practiced Judaism. Jesus was born in Bethlehem and raised in Nazareth, both in regions with predominantly Jewish populations. His genealogy, as recorded in the Gospels of Matthew and Luke, traces his ancestry to King David, a significant figure in Jewish history. Jesus was circumcised on the eighth day, as prescribed by Jewish law (Luke 2:21). His family presented him at the Temple in Jerusalem, following Jewish customs (Luke 2:22–24). He observed Jewish festivals such as Passover, Sukkot, and Shavuot. Jesus was well-versed in the Hebrew Scriptures (Tanakh), frequently quoting from the Torah, Prophets, and Writings. His teachings often drew on Jewish law and traditions, though he sometimes offered interpretations that challenged or expanded conventional understanding. Jesus was often addressed as "Rabbi," a title indicating his role as a teacher of Jewish law. He debated Jewish leaders of his time, including Pharisees and Sadducees, on matters of Torah and religious observance. Jesus' mission was primarily to the "lost sheep of Israel" (Matthew 15:24). He spoke to a Jewish audience and operated within a Jewish cultural and religious framework.
  • Can the importance of the people of Israel be considered proven by the fact that Yeshua came to them first and not to the Gentiles?
    In the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus says: "I was sent only to the lost sheep of the house of Israel" (Matt. 15:24). This shows that His initial mission was focused on the restoration and salvation of the people of Israel. In the book of Isaiah, it is said that Israel is to be "a light to the nations" (Isa. 49:6). Jesus, as the Jewish Messiah, first came to the Israelites to renew their calling and, through them, bring the light of salvation to all nations. After His resurrection, Jesus told His disciples: "Go therefore and make disciples of all nations" (Matt. 28:19). This demonstrates that salvation was not limited to Israel but began with them. Prophets of the Old Testament, such as Isaiah and Zechariah, foretold that the nations of the world would join in worshiping the God of Israel (Isa. 2:2-3; Zech. 8:23).
  • Why Israel salvation first?
    God's approach to Israel demonstrates His faithfulness to the promises made to the patriarchs. Israel was the bearer of the Torah and traditions that laid the groundwork for the coming of the Messiah. The people were familiar with the prophecies and could understand their fulfillment in the person of Jesus. God's work in Israel served as an example for other nations, showcasing His love and power.
  • Can the importance of the people of Israel be considered valid to this day and forever based on the parable of the grafted branch?
    The parable of the grafted branch in Romans 11 highlights the continuing importance of the people of Israel in God’s plan of salvation. The Apostle Paul uses this image to explain how the Gentiles gained access to God’s blessings through faith while emphasizing that the Jews remain a central part of this plan. Paul compares Israel to an olive tree, with its root representing God’s covenant with Abraham and the promises given to the Jewish people. The Jews are the natural branches, while the Gentiles are the wild branches that were grafted into the tree. In Romans 11:17-18, Paul reminds the Gentiles that they receive blessings through the root connected to Israel and warns them against pride or contempt for the Jews. In Romans 11:23-24, he shows that Jews who rejected the Messiah can be restored to God’s people through faith. In Romans 11:25-26, Paul explains that Israel’s temporary “hardening” serves the purpose of including the Gentiles, but God has not abandoned Israel. At the end of time, "all Israel will be saved," underscoring the enduring importance of the Jewish people.
  • Is it God's will to unite the salvation of Jews and Gentiles in the Messiah?
    The Epistle to the Ephesians clearly emphasizes that God's will is to unite Jews and Gentiles in the Messiah, Jesus Christ. The Apostle Paul presents this truth as a central part of God's plan for salvation. Let’s consider the key aspects of this message. Paul explains that Christ broke down the barriers between Jews and Gentiles, creating "one new man" — a united spiritual family. He explains that through the Gospel, Gentiles have become equal participants in God’s promises previously given to Israel. Paul speaks of God’s plan to bring all creation, including Jews and Gentiles, into unity under Christ. He also describes the Church as a single structure that includes all believers, regardless of their ethnic background. This unity does not erase differences but makes them part of one body in Christ, where all share equal blessings and promises. This underscores the universal nature of salvation and the greatness of God’s plan.
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