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Summary: It all depends...
Review: A very good beginner book for those that are trying to discover Christianites Hebraic roots. I could definitely see this book used in a Bible study at churches because of the price, easy concepts, and questions at the end of each chapter. Although the questions could have a little more open ended, they emphasize the highlights and should provide some discussion with a little creativity. Definitely a good book to give as a gift.
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Summary: Essential for Believers
Review: As a Messianic Jew, I found this book to be a must read.G-d's Message through Y'shua (Jesus, in the Greek) was one that included the entire history and culture of the Nation of Israel. When this message was also given to the Gentiles (Cornelius, more than 3 years after 'Pentecost'), it had to be determined what part of this vast message was 'necessary and sufficent'. This Issue is heavily addressed in Acts. What this book shows is that, just as Judaism, today, is very different from the Judaism of the 1st Century, so is the 'Church'. The essential Message of G-d has had a great deal added to it. Doctrines, dogma, cultural baggage and the incorporation of old pagan rites and festivals (Easter, Christmas, etc) have done much to change, if not distort, the Message. This book will, hopefully, spur the Gentile Church to look back, to its roots and beyond the garbage of denominationalism and seperation that has greatly damaged it for 1900 years. Remember, all 5 covenants with G-d, including the 'New Covenant' were made with the Jewish people. The Gentiles, as Paul says in Romans, should not be prideful, for they have been 'grafted on' to the tree whose roots are the Patriarchs, Abraham, Issac and Jacob and who's trunk is the Nations of Israel. Enjoy.
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Summary: Essential for Believers
Review: As a Messianic Jew, I found this book to be a must read. G-d's Message through Y'shua (Jesus, in the Greek) was one that included the entire history and culture of the Nation of Israel. When this message was also given to the Gentiles (Cornelius, more than 3 years after 'Pentecost'), it had to be determined what part of this vast message was 'necessary and sufficent'. This Issue is heavily addressed in Acts. What this book shows is that, just as Judaism, today, is very different from the Judaism of the 1st Century, so is the 'Church'. The essential Message of G-d has had a great deal added to it. Doctrines, dogma, cultural baggage and the incorporation of old pagan rites and festivals (Easter, Christmas, etc) have done much to change, if not distort, the Message. This book will, hopefully, spur the Gentile Church to look back, to its roots and beyond the garbage of denominationalism and seperation that has greatly damaged it for 1900 years. Remember, all 5 covenants with G-d, including the 'New Covenant' were made with the Jewish people. The Gentiles, as Paul says in Romans, should not be prideful, for they have been 'grafted on' to the tree whose roots are the Patriarchs, Abraham, Issac and Jacob and who's trunk is the Nations of Israel. Enjoy.
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Summary: Could be useful
Review: Dr. Moseley is from the same stream as Marvin Wilson and Brad Young. Hence, much of this book is a regurgitation of material found in Our Father Abraham, by Wilson, and Jesus, Jewish Theologian, by Young. His approach is fairly sketchy, more of an introduction to the subject. He doesn't get into any depth in the issues he addresses. He also makes assupmptions which he doesn't support or justify and arrives at conclusions that appear to be at odds with the people (Jesus and Paul) that he attempts to explain. If you haven't read anything on the Jewish roots of Christianity, this may be a good intro. However, I would recommend Wilson's book instead.
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Summary: Yeshua: A Guide to the Real Jesus and the Original Church
Review: Dr. Moseley's book is one of the most important books relating to the Hebrew roots of the Christian faith that I have ever come across. I along with my wife have lived in nine nations and speak six different languages. As I have found through my years overseas the understanding of history,mindsets and language is a must for complete understanding of the people that one is dealing with. This work of Dr. Moseley takes the studies of a very learned man and puts them into a context that your average layman can understand and appreciate. I would also note that what you will get from Dr. Moseley's ONE book would take you four or five books by other writters to understand. This is an excellent work.
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Summary: Excellent, Thoroughly Documented, Well-Contemplated Book
Review: Dr. Moseley's volume is a well written, thorougly documented, understandable work with an important message: one cannot understand the Gospels or the early church with precision unless one enters into the Jewish roots of the Christian faith. Besides being a true scholar and theologian, Dr. Moseley also serves as a pastor, and his pastoral experience has probably contributed toward his ability to explain complex thoughts with clarity and precision. The book is divided into nine chapters, my favorite being the second, "Jewish Idioms in the Teachings of Jesus." This chapter opens up several Gospel portions and alone is worth the purchase price of the book. Whether or not you agree with the author on every point, this volume will expose you to the Jewish roots of the Christian faith while also opening up a number of Gospel or New Testament passages. As a pastor of over 20 years and a diligent student of the Word (who values good interpretational principles), I say this book is a must for pastors, theologians, or serious laymen. This is by no means the "same old same old." Go for it.
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Summary: Splendid synopsis
Review: Dr. Mosley does his best to make a splendid synopsis on the Jewish roots of Christianity where many Christians are simply are not aware of.
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Summary: Good, but only so far ...
Review: Moseley offers a dynamic look at the first-century church, but stops short of a key issue: Which day is the Christian Sabbath? He hints, but does not explicitly state, that the seventh-day Sabbath observed by Jesus and his first-century followers is useful for believers today. More's the pity. After an artful, detailed analysis of Jesus, his contemporaries and their religious world, to "flake out" on a key controversy is disappointing. Otherwise, this is an excellent book worth reading and studying, but more needs to be written.
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Summary: Excellent textbook on church history
Review: This book is an excellent choice for anyone wanting to explore the first century christian church. I have had the honor to sit under this authors teaching, he is a true scholar, and it shows in his teaching and his writings. This is a must read for any student of the Bible. It brings the world of Jesus to LIFE!!!
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Summary: YESHUA: A Guide to the Real Jesus and the Original Church
Review: This book is one of the most important books a believer could read. It is apparent that a lot of time in research and study went into this book. Any christian that is seeking the truth and a closer walk with God , this book is a must. To understand the Bible we must first understand, the people,language,and culture in which it was written. Dr. Moseley's book Yeshua gives us this insight. A great book and a must for every serious believers library.
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