The Hebrew name Yeshua (ישוע), the translation for the English name Jesus, comes from the root word pronounced Ye-shu-A (יְשׁוּעָה), which means "salvation." His very name carries the revelation of Yeshua as the divine savior sent by God to redeem humanity - as written in Matthew 1:21 “She will give birth to a son, and you are to name him Yeshua, [which means ‘Adonai saves,’] because he will save his people from their sins.”

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.

A Messianic Jew is a person who has accepted Yeshua as their personal Savior – the promised Messiah. Messianic Jews recognize the New Testament as a continuation and fulfillment of the Old Testament (Torah/the Law), as stated by Yeshua himself in Matthew 5:17. They maintain their Jewish identity, continue to recognize the biblical feasts as commanded by God, (Leviticus 23) as a part of their Jewish heritage and historical connection to the land of Israel. Messianic Jews believe in the unity of all grafted in believers in Yeshua (Romans 11), regardless of their ethnic background.

Unlike in religion, there is no intermediary between God and man in the form of a priest, a rabbi or any other human representative. Messianic Jews believe that a new covenant was made between God and man with the coming of Messiah Yeshua, the one and only intermediary between God and man. (1 Timothy 2:25) Through this new covenant a direct and personal communication between each believer and God is made possible by accepting Yeshua and receiving the Holy Spirit, who then becomes their inner teacher and guide. This means that every person has the opportunity to personally know God and His will. Messianic Judaism is based on a personal relationship with God through faith, love, prayer and study of the scriptures.

Both Messianic Jews and Christians believe that Jesus Christ (Messiah Yeshua) 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. Both are guided by His principles as described in the New Testament. To learn more, please visit: https: //www.harvestofasher.com/about-us/we-believe It is worth noting that a person is born a Jew through their bloodline, making them a part of the Nation of Israel. It is through their choice to follow Messiah Yeshua, embracing the Messianic call, which then makes them a Messianic Jew. In the very same way, a person born in any other nation (Gentile) who chooses to follow Christ is then identified as a Christian. This then is the common ground shared, following the same Messiah but from a different bloodline/nation.

The Messianic faith combines a belief in the One True God of Israel (Deuteronomy 6:4) with the belief in Jesus Christ as the promised Messiah and Savior, as rooted in the Hebrew Scriptures (Tanakh/Old Testament). Yeshua’s birth, death and resurrection partially fulfilled the Old Testament prophecies about the coming of the Messiah, while other prophecies are yet to be fulfill in the future.

Everyone, regardless of their nationality, are welcome to attend Messianic congregations.

Over the years Messianic communities in Israel have become more known and accepted by Israeli society. This has allowed them to actively contribute to society in many ways. Although Messianic Jews still face challenges, and oftentimes discrimination and misunderstandings particularly from the religious sectors, the community has grown and flourished in many areas.

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 coming was prophesized in Isaiah 11:1-10 and Numbers 24:17-19 and His genealogy recorded in the Gospels of Matthew 1:1-17 and Luke 3:23-38, where His ancestry is traced 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. The account of his burial in John 19:38-40 shows that he was also buried according to Jewish law.

In the Gospel of Matthew, Yeshua 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). Yeshua, 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, Yeshua 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). 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 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.

The Epistle to the Ephesians clearly emphasizes that God's will is to unite Jews and Gentiles in the Messiah. The Apostle Paul presents this truth as a central part of God's plan for salvation. Paul explains that Christ broke down the barriers of hostility 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.