The Biblical Roots Podcast
The Biblical Roots Podcast is a Bible-based, Christ-focused theology and apologetics show hosted by Professor R. L. Solberg. Each episode covers theological topics, tests the claims of questionable teachers, and provides Bible teachings including verse-by-verse studies. The ministry aims to help believers remain grounded in Scripture, dismantle false teachings, and build biblical literacy through studies on interpretation and Bible history.
Episodes
What is the Feast of Tabernacles? Sukkot Explained
Send us Fan MailThe final episode of our 3-part Fall Feasts series! (And just in time for the celebration of Sukkot, which begins tonight at sundown.) What is Sukkot, also known as the Feast of Tabernacles or Feast of Booths? In this biblical overview, Dr. Solberg examines how Sukkot was commanded in the Torah, why Israel lived in temporary shelters, the meaning of its sacrifices—including the sev
What is the Day of Atonement? Yom Kippur Explained
Send us Fan MailWhat is Yom Kippur, the biblical Day of Atonement, and what does it mean for Christians today? In this Bible study, we walk through Leviticus 16 and explore the high priest, the two goats, Azazel, the mercy seat, the tabernacle, and the meaning of atonement. We’ll also examine how these ancient rituals point to Jesus Christ and his once-for-all sacrifice, whether the Day of Atoneme
What Is the Feast of Trumpets? Yom Teruah Explained
Send us Fan MailWhat is the Feast of Trumpets, and what does it mean for Christians today? In this biblical primer, Dr. R. L. Solberg explores Yom Teruah from its origins in Leviticus 23 and Numbers 29 through its later development into Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year.Discover what the Torah commands, why the day became associated with the shofar, how it is celebrated in Judaism today, and how
Did We Get the Church Wrong? Testing First Fruits of Zion
Send us Fan MailDid the modern Christian church get ecclesiology wrong? First Fruits of Zion (FFOZ) argues that our modern concept of the church does not accurately reflect the biblical *ekklesia*. Instead, they propose what they call a“proleptic radial ecclesiology”—a Messiah-centered, Jewish-centered model in which priests and Levites, Israel, and the Gentile nations occupy distinct positions wi
What I Learned from My Debate on Acts 15 with David Wilber
Send us Fan MailWhat really happened in Dr. Solberg's debate with David Wilber on Acts 15? More importantly, what can we learn from it? In this follow-up video, Dr. Solberg slows the conversation down to examine the four larger hermeneutical lessons that emerged. Whether you agreed with his position or David's position (or are still undecided), the goal of this video is to help us become
Live Debate on Acts 15 and the Law of Moses (Dr. Solberg and Wilber)
Send us Fan MailDr. R. L. Solberg and David Wilber debated Acts 15 and one of the most important questions in Christian theology: Did the apostle's decision at the Jerusalem Council require Gentile believers to keep the Law of Moses? Wilber argues in the affirmative, Solberg in the negative. Both participants present their cases in a semi-formal and civil debate format. The goal isn't to
Discipleship Defined by Scripture
Send us Fan MailWhat does it really mean to be a disciple of Jesus? In this conversation, Mike Edwards interviews Dr. R. L. Solberg about the biblical definition of discipleship, exploring what it means to follow Christ, deny ourselves, take up our cross daily, and make disciples. Together they discuss key passages such as Matthew 28, Luke 9, and John 15, while examining how Scripture—not traditio
Acts 15 in Context: Testing 119 Ministries
Send us Fan MailDid the Jerusalem Council teach that Gentile Christians must keep the Torah? In this video, Dr. R. L. Solberg examines Acts 15 in context and responds to the interpretation presented by 119 Ministries. We carefully compare their claims with the biblical text and ask a simple but important question: Where does the text actually say that?Together we'll examine three major claims
Did God Divorce Israel? A Biblical Examination of Remarriage Theology
Send us Fan MailWhat if the gospel wasn't about something new, but about restoring something ancient? In this teaching, Dr. R. L. Solberg carefully examines the claims of Divorce & Remarriage Theology by testing them against Scripture. Does the Bible really teach that God married Israel at Sinai, divorced His bride, died to overcome a legal dilemma, and then remarried Israel? Or has an ex
Are There Contradictions in the Bible?
Send us Fan MailCritics often claim that Scripture is full of errors, conflicting accounts, and impossible statements. In this video, Dr. R. L. Solberg examines some of the most common alleged contradictions and explains why many of them turn out to be questions of context, language, perspective, chronology, or textual transmission rather than genuine logical contradictions.We explore the Resurrec
Dr. Solberg on the Thinking Cup Podcast hosted by Mike Colburn
Send us Fan MailAre Christians required to keep the Law of Moses? Is the seventh-day Sabbath still binding under the New Covenant, or was it fulfilled in Christ? In this conversation, host Mike Colburn sits down with Dr. R. L. Solberg, author of Torahism and founder of The Biblical Roots Ministries, to work through the questions his audience asks him about most: the law, the Sabbath, the New Coven
The Real Reason God Banned Pork
Send us Fan MailA popular claim these days is that God prohibited pork, shellfish, and other animals because they're unhealthy, unclean scavengers, or dangerous for human consumption. But is that actually what the Bible says?In this video, Dr. Solberg examines a viral claim that the dietary laws of Leviticus 11 were given for health reasons and test that idea against Scripture itself. He look
Is the Trinity a Man-made Doctrine? Testing Tom Bradford
Send us Fan MailIn this video, Dr. R. L. Solberg carefully examines Tom Bradford's teaching on the Trinity and compares it to the teaching of Scripture. Bradford argues that the traditional doctrine of the Trinity developed later in church history and does not accurately reflect the biblical picture of God. But is that claim supported by the Bible?We'll examine key passages from both the
Jesus Outside the Camp: Hebrews 13 (Part 18)
Send us Fan MailIn this final chapter of Hebrews, Dr. R. L. Solberg walks verse-by-verse through Hebrews 13, unpacking the book’s closing exhortations about Christian love, hospitality, persecution, contentment, spiritual leadership, and enduring faith in Jesus Christ. This in-depth Bible study explores the famous “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever” passage, the meaning of goi
Christians and the Law—Dr. Solberg Interviewed by Dr. Douglas Hamp
Send us Fan MailAre Christians still under God’s law… or has something changed?A Livestream from Douglas Hamp MinistriesIn this conversation, Dr. Robert L. Solberg and Dr. Douglas Hamp tackle one of the most debated questions in the Church today: How should Christians relate to the law—without falling into legalism or losing it altogether?Some believe the law has been fulfilled and is no longer ap
Debate on Matt 5:17–20 — Prof. R. L. Solberg vs. Pastor Matthew Janzen
Send us Fan MailEnjoy this orderly yet passionate debate on the resolution: "Does Matthew 5:17-20 Teach that Christians Ought to Obey the Law of Moses?"Pastor Matthew Janzen argues in the affirmative, and Prof. R. L. Solberg argues in the negative. Both are followers of Jesus (Yeshua) who affirm the authority of the entire Bible—the Old Testament (Tanakh) and the New Testament (Brit Chad
Will There Be a Third Temple?
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we take a step back from typical prophetic speculations and eschatological positions and ask a deeper question: Does a third temple fit the theology of the New Testament? Our journey begins by entering the first-century world of Jesus and His disciples, where the temple stood at the very center of Jewish life and covenant faithfulness. From there, we trace how the
Messianic Judaism? Hebrew Roots? Torah Keepers? What do these groups believe?
Send us Fan MailAre Messianic Judaism and Hebrew Roots the same thing? What about Torah-observant Christians, Torah-keeping believers, or the broader “Hebraic Roots” movement?In this video, we carefully compare Messianic Judaism and Hebrew Roots, while also addressing the other labels people often hear. Where do these movements overlap? Where do they differ—especially regarding the Torah, the New
First Fruits of Zion: A Biblical Examination
Send us Fan MailFirst Fruits of Zion (FFOZ) is often described as a ministry that helps Christians reconnect with the Jewish roots of their faith—but are their teachings biblically sound? In this new video, we carefully examine their theology, focusing on the underlying hermeneutical framework and their elevation of Torah over Christ, and test it against Scripture. By engaging directly with their
Understanding Hebrew Roots: 5 Steps from Curiosity to Captivity
Send us Fan MailWhat begins as a sincere desire to understand the Jewish roots of the Christian faith can, in some cases, drift into something far more complicated. In this video, we explore the progression many believers experience as curiosity about the Torah slowly shifts from healthy study to imposed obligation. By tracing common stages within Torahism (aka Hebrew Roots Movement, Torah-keeping
Holding Fast to an Unshakeable Hope: Hebrews 12 (Part 17)
Send us Fan MailIn Part 17 of our verse-by-verse study through Hebrews, the author turns from warning to encouragement. After some of the most sobering passages in the letter, he reminds his readers of the hope they confessed, the suffering they endured, and the confidence they must not throw away. We’ll see how drawing near to God, holding fast to our hope, and encouraging one another are grounde
Christmas Live (Part 4): The Celebration of Christmas
Send us Fan MailRecorded Dec 20, 2025 - Enjoy the final episode in our teaching series, "The Biblical Roots of Christmas." This week, we turn to the celebration of Christmas itself—asking not only what we celebrate, but why. We’ll explore how the fulfillment found in Jesus Christ naturally gives rise to joyful remembrance, how the early people of God marked God’s redemptive acts, and wha
Christmas Live (Part 3): The Fulfillment of Christmas
Send us Fan MailRecorded Dec 13, 2025 - Enjoy episode 3 of our 4-week teaching series, The Biblical Roots of Christmas. This week, we turn from promise to fulfillment, exploring how the hopes of Israel find their “Yes” in Jesus Christ. We’ll examine how the birth of Christ fulfills the Law and the Prophets, why the Incarnation stands at the center of God’s redemptive plan, and what it means to say
Christmas Live (Part 2): The Promises of Christmas
Send us Fan MailRecorded Dec 6, 2025. The 2nd episode of our 4-week teaching series, "The Biblical Roots of Christmas." This week, we turn to the great storyline of Scripture to examine the promises and prophecies that set the stage for the birth of Christ. From Eden to Abraham to the prophets of Israel, we trace the unfolding hope of a coming Redeemer and explore how the Incarnation ful
Christmas Live (Part 1): The Need for Christmas
Send us Fan Mail(Recorded Nov 29, 2025) This is the first episode of our 4-week teaching series, "The Biblical Roots of Christmas." In this session, we explore why Christmas was needed in the first place and begin uncovering the deep biblical foundations of the Incarnation. Bring your Bibles and your questions, and let’s dig into Scripture together and rediscover the wonder behind the se
Disproving Hebrew Roots: A Study of Colossians 2:16-17
Send us Fan MailIn this Bible study, we take a close look at Colossians 2:16–17—one of the most misunderstood passages among Hebrew Roots teachers. Paul’s words about festivals, new moons, Sabbaths, and the “shadow vs. substance” point us straight to the sufficiency of Christ and the freedom of the New Covenant.If you’ve been confused by Torah-keeping claims or you’re trying to help a friend caugh
The Hall of Faith: Hebrews 11 (Part 16)
Send us Fan MailIn Part 16 of our verse-by-verse Hebrews study, we step into the “Hall of Faith” in Hebrews 11. The writer has just warned his readers not to drift, harden, fall away, or shrink back — now he shows them what persevering faith looks like. We’ll see how Abel, Enoch, Noah, Abraham, Sarah, Moses, Israel at the Red Sea, Rahab, the judges, the prophets — even the unnamed, persecuted sain
4 Hebrew Roots Myths Debunked: Biblical Truth vs. Torahism
Send us Fan MailThere are just some common, persistent Hebrew Roots claims—I would even call them “biblical myths,” because they’re so clearly untrue, yet they’re continually repeated and still believed. In this video, we explore and debunk four such claims made by Hebrew Roots (Torah-observant) teachers—claims that often lead believers into confusion and division. In fact, we will interact with a
God's Grand Story (Part 4 of 4): Living the Story
Send us Fan MailIn part 4 of this compelling series from Biblical Roots Ministries, we ask the big question: What does all this amazing history and theology mean for us today? Why does it matter? Discover how God's grand story connects directly to your life and faith today.This is more than just ancient history—it's your story. Join host Prof. R. L. Solberg as he reveals our spiritual fa
God's Grand Story (Part 3 of 4): Fulfillment to Ascension
Send us Fan MailIn part 3 of this compelling series from Biblical Roots Ministries, we step into the New Testament and the New Covenant and examine the many incredible ways that Jesus fulfills all that had been whispered, prophesied, and promised about him in the Old Testament. Discover how God's grand story connects directly to your life and faith today.This is more than just ancient history
God's Grand Story (Part 2 of 4) Law, Kingdom, Prophets
Send us Fan MailGod's Grand Story: Two Testaments, One Gospel is a teaching of The Biblical Roots Ministries, where we take a journey through the entire Bible, tracing the crimson thread of the Gospel through the Old and New Testaments, and exploring how amazing and cohesive God's grand story of redemption really is and what it means for us today. Here is part 2 of that teaching by Prof.
God's Grand Story (Part 1 of 4): From Creation to Promise
Send us Fan MailGod's Grand Story: Two Testaments, One Gospel is a teaching of The Biblical Roots Ministries where we take a journey through the entire Bible, tracing the crimson thread of the Gospel through the Old and New Testaments, and exploring how amazing and cohesive God's grand story of redemption really is and what it means for us today. Here is part 1 of that teaching by Prof.
Hummingbird Debate Review: Exposing Melissa Smith's Theology
Send us Fan MailI've had a chance to reflect on my recent debate with Melissa Smith, who goes by “God’s Little Hummingbird.” I suppose it was successful in the sense that I was able to get Melissa to admit publicly some of her more extreme beliefs about the Bible in a way that I think most folks hadn’t heard before. For example, how she doesn’t believe that the New Testament has the same leve
The Hummingbird Debate (Part 2)
Send us Fan MailProfessor R. L. Solberg participated in a livestreamed debate with Torah teacher Melissa Schilling Smith (aka God's Little Hummingbird) on How the Sinai Law Applies to Followers of Jesus. The discussion was moderated by Melissa's friend, Scott Harwell, who also hosted the debate on his YouTube channel. Both agree that salvation is by grace through faith alone, but they di
The Hummingbird Debate (Part 1)
Send us Fan MailProfessor R. L. Solberg participated in a livestreamed debate with Torah teacher Melissa Schilling Smith (aka God's Little Hummingbird) on How the Sinai Law Applies to Followers of Jesus. The discussion was moderated by Melissa's friend, Scott Harwell, who also hosted the debate on his YouTube channel. Both agree that salvation is by grace through faith alone, but they di
Testing God's Little Hummingbird: A Biblical Response
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we respond to the bold claims made by Melissa Schilling Smith—aka “God’s Little Hummingbird”—about mainstream Christianity and biblical theology. Melissa accuses respected teachers of being false prophets and insists that Torah observance is required for Christians today. But is this view biblically accurate?We take a careful, respectful look at one of her videos a
The Full Assurance of Faith: Hebrews 10:19-39 (Part 15)
Send us Fan MailThe last half of Hebrews 10 contains a bold and timely message: because of Christ’s once-for-all sacrifice, believers now have full, confident access to God!This is a major turning point in the letter. After 9.5 chapters of deep theological teaching, the author of Hebrews pivots from doctrine to application. The message is bold and timely: because of Christ’s once-for-all sacrifice
Exposing the New Thought Movement: An Interview With Melissa Dougherty
Send us Fan MailMeet Melissa Dougherty. Join us as she discusses her journey from New Thought beliefs to a deeper understanding of Biblical Christianity. She explores the differences between New Thought and New Age, the identity of Jesus, and the implications of these beliefs on modern Christianity. The discussion highlights the importance of critical thinking, the dangers of autonomy in spiritual
Biblical Law: What Applies to Christians Today?
Send us Fan MailAre Christians still under the Law of Moses? Should followers of Jesus today keep Torah commandments like the Sabbath, dietary restrictions, or temple sacrifices? In this episode, we take a clear and careful look at what the Bible teaches about the Mosaic Law, its purpose, and its fulfillment in Christ. We’ll explore how the Old Covenant law reveals God’s character, why it was give
Testing First Fruits of Zion: Are they safe for your church?
Send us Fan MailAre the teachings of the First Fruits of Zion ministry safe for your church? We speak with David Harris, Ph.D, a Jewish believer in Jesus, and pastor Randy Powell, an expert on FFOZ, on this question. Prof. Solberg gets their reaction to 5 video clips from FFOZ founder, Boaz Michael. The panel addresses the controversial claim of an “incomplete gospel,” analyzing the theological r
Earning Our Salvation: Is it "Works + Grace"?
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we test the teaching of a Hebrew Roots rabbi named Steve Berkson who teaches at Messianic Torah Observant Israel near Chattanooga, TN. Rabbi Berkson teaches, "It’s not works versus grace, it's works and grace." And he defines "grace" as merited favor, saying, "It's the opposite of what you were taught. How shocking is that? Anothe
Exposing a False Teaching: Truthunedited’s “Christianity Test”
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we take a serious look at the popular YouTube channel @Truthunedited and its controversial “Testing Christianity” series by Ron Charles. With over 100 million views, his teachings are spreading confusion about the Gospel of Jesus Christ. We examine his five-question "test" of Christianity and compare it directly to the Bible. Is his theology biblically
Scripture Through Middle Eastern Eyes
Send us Fan MailLet's look at 6 specific differences between our modern Western culture and the culture in which the Bible was written. Why? Because knowing these differences gives us a heightened awareness of the culture in which our Bible was written, which helps us better understand what the biblical authors wanted to communicate to us. Then, using those 6 specific differences, we'll
Law, Identity, Grace: A Conversation with FLAME
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we’re joined by Christian thinker, artist, and apologist FLAME, who spent nearly two decades in the Reformed Baptist tradition before embracing a deeper understanding of grace. Together, we explore how the biblical teaching on law, identity, and grace shapes not just theology, but how we engage culture, alternate belief systems like Hebrew Israelism, and the modern
The Shadow vs. the Substance: Hebrews 10:1–18 (Part 14)
Send us Fan MailWhy don’t Christians offer animal sacrifices anymore? What makes Jesus’ sacrifice so unique—and final? What did it accomplish? In this episode, we dive into the first half of Hebrews 10, where the author brings his powerful argument to a climax: Jesus is the true form that the entire old covenant system only foreshadowed. If you've ever wrestled with questions about the law, t
Passover, the Last Supper, and Easter: Seeing the Hidden Connections
Send us Fan MailWhy do Christians celebrate Easter instead of Passover—especially when Jesus was crucified during Passover week? In this video, we unpack the powerful connections between Passover, the Last Supper, and the resurrection of Jesus. Discover seven ways the ancient feast of Passover foreshadowed the redemptive work of Christ and how the Last Supper transformed everything.Grab your Bible
The Power of the Blood of Christ: Hebrews 9:11-28 (Part 13)
Send us Fan MailWhy did Jesus have to die? How does His blood redeem us from our sins? We look at how redemption is made possible through Christ's powerful and perfect blood in this episode of our Hebrews Bible study. Even if you haven’t heard the previous episodes in this series, you’ll get a lot out of this discussion!Links mentioned in this episodeSin Sacrifice: A Response to Caleb HeggDef
Examining Easter: Separating Myth from History
Send us Fan MailThere are a ton of questions out there about Easter and whether Christians should celebrate it. And here’s the thing. While there are a lot of internet myths and conspiracy theories about Easter’s pagan and historical origins (which we address in this episode), there are also some legitimate concerns we need to look at. And we don’t want to throw the baby out with the bathwater. So
Is Jesus God?
Send us Fan MailSome modern believers question the deity of Christ. They challenge—and some even flat out deny—that Jesus is God. Yet, the belief that Jesus is divine goes all the way back to the earliest years of the Christian faith, and it comes straight out of the mouth of Jesus Himself , and the biblical text. So that particular doctrine of the Deity of Christ has withstood many challenges and
God’s Holy, Limited Tabernacle Hebrews 9:1-10 (Part 12)
Send us Fan MailHebrews 9 is the only place in the entire New Testament that discusses the significance of the Old Testament tabernacle and what it means for believers today. The author shifts his focus to Jesus as our high priest in a superior sanctuary. We get into a lot of detail about the significance and beauty of the Old Covenant Tabernacle, what it represents, and how it points to Jesus. Th
The New Has Come, The Old Is Gone: Hebrews 8 (Part 11)
Send us Fan MailHebrews Chapter 8 contains the deepest discussion in all of the NT about the new covenant, and the longest OT quote (from Jeremiah 31:31-34). And this is also where the author of Hebrews makes a pivotal turn in the argument he is developing. One of the reasons Hebrew 8 is so significant is because it’s the only place in the entire New Testament where we find the language of a “firs
Jesus Our New High Priest: Hebrews 7 (Part 10)
Send us Fan MailThis chapter contains what is really the dominant theme of the entire book of Hebrews. The author reveals the superiority of Jesus over the old covenant Levitical priesthood and draws out the significant implications that follow. There are many deep connections and comparisons in this chapter between Jesus and the old covenant law and priesthood. This chapter also contains the Bibl
A Response to Rabbi Singer, Wesley Huff, & Joe Rogan
Send us Fan MailRabbi Tovia Singer recently put out a video where he tried to refute some of the claims made by Wesley Huff on the Joe Rogan podcast. In this episode, we get deep into it and test and dismantle the 6 big arguments that Rabbi Singer made. He challenged:1. The authorship of the Gospels2. What day was Jesus crucified3. How long Jesus was really in the grave4. If there were really eyew
The Certainty of God’s Promise: Hebrews 6:9–20 (Part 9)
Send us Fan MailIn part 9, we look at a more positive and encouraging passage. We’re in the big middle section where the author is teaching the superiority of Christ over the entire Mosaic system of worship given under the Old Covenant law with its priesthood, temple, rituals, and sacrifices. He’s encouraging his readers to hold fast to their faith by pointing out the superiority of Jesus over eve
Straight Outta Seventh Day Adventism (SDA)
Send us Fan MailMyles Christian was raised Seventh Day Adventist but came to discover how unbiblical their teachings are. After a period of rebellion and personal struggle, he left the religion. Myles is now a mainstream Christian who runs an outreach ministry to SDAs called Answering Adventism. In this episode, he shares his journey out of SDA, offering many profound insights into their religion,
A Warning Against Apostasy: Hebrews 5:11–6:8 (Part 8)
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we examine what has, historically speaking, been one of the most challenging passages in the New Testament for believers and for the Church as a whole. So we’re going to get into some deep water today and try to do it some justice. (Or at least give us some things to think about.) This passage is going to bring us directly into the controversial “once saved always
Jesus Our High Priest: Hebrews 4:14–5:10 (Part 7)
Send us Fan MailIn part 7, the author begins to look at the high priesthood of the Messiah, Jesus, and show how He is a better high priest than any that came before Him. (In fact, he will use the priesthood of Jesus over the coming chapters to show His superiority over the entire Old Covenant system of rituals and worship that the priests were in charge of.) The reason he’s drawing these compariso
Testing False Teachers: Is "Christian" Really in the Bible?
Send us Fan MailIn his video series "Testing Christianity," Mr. Ron Charles of @Truthunedited makes a number of claims about Christianity and the word "Christian." He says Christianity is against the Bible, that the apostle Peter never wrote the word "Christian" in 1 Peter 4:16, and that Christianity is a corrupted, pagan-influenced "religion of tares." Are
A Sabbath Rest Remains: Hebrews 4:1–13 (Part 6)
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we discover a whole lot of dots to connect in Hebrews Chapter 3 and many applications for modern believers. The author shows how Jesus is superior to Moses and draws on the Torah to teach on topics like holding fast to our faith. He also brings up the idea of salvation and “once saved, always saved.” Lots of theological goodness here!Defending the Biblical Roots of
Once Saved Always Saved? Hebrews 3:1–19 (Part 5)
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we discover a whole lot of dots to connect in Hebrews Chapter 3 and many applications for modern believers. The author shows how Jesus is superior to Moses and draws on the Torah to teach on topics like holding fast to our faith. He also brings up the idea of salvation and “once saved, always saved.” Lots of theological goodness here!Link mentioned in episodeProf.
Testing Claims Against Christmas
Send us Fan MailEvery time we get to the Christmas season, I'm surprised there are still people spreading unsubstantiated claims about the pagan roots of Christmas and how it’s unbiblical. Sadly, people are still falling for this foolishness. This video offers a thorough, fair, and biblical breakdown of the specific claims made by Ron Charles of Truth Unedited, whose channel is sowing seeds o
Should Christians celebrate Christmas? (Live Q&A)
Send us Fan MailShould Christians celebrate Christmas? Does it have pagan roots? What about Santa? Enjoy our livestream recorded Sunday, Dec. 8th, 2024, for a fun and insightful discussion about Christmas. Defending the Biblical Roots of ChristianityOur websiteOur YouTube ChannelProf. Solberg's BlogSupport our Ministry (Thank you!)Chapters00:00 Intro00:10 Welcome02:02 Meet Debra: What we like
Once Saved Always Saved? Hebrews 3:1–19 (Part 5)
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we discover there are a whole lot of dots to connect in Hebrews Chapter 3 and so many applications for modern believers. The author shows how Jesus is superior to Moses and draws on the Torah to teach on topics like holding fast to our faith. He also brings up the idea of salvation and “once saved, always saved.” Lots of theological goodness here!Links mentioned in
The Law Fulfilled: A Study of Matthew 5:17-20
Send us Fan MailWe interrupt our ongoing Bible study of Hebrews to bring you this study on Matthew 5:17–20, which begins, “I have not come to abolish the law and the prophets but to fulfill them." This the most common proof text used by our “Torah-keeping” (aka Hebrew Roots) friends to bolster their belief that Christians are required to keep the old covenant law. There’s no doubt this passag
The Founder of Salvation: Hebrews 2:5–18 (Part 4)
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we finish up chapter 2, closing the author's discussion of how Jesus is greater than the angels. He covers a lot of ground here, including multiple quotes from the Old Testament and the Septuagint, the incarnation of Jesus coming to Earth as a man, and the "world to come" (aka Kingdom of God, Kingdom of Heaven, olam haba.)Link mentioned in episode6 C
Shema, Lest We Drift Away: Hebrews 2:1–4 (Part 3)
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we learn that if we don’t pay closer attention and "shema" (hear, listen to, obey) the gospel of Jesus, we’re going to drift away from it. And if the old message of the law, delivered by the angels, was so important to God that those who disobeyed it were justly punished, how much more trouble will we be in if we neglect His new and far superior message?
What's the Deal with Angels? Hebrews 1:5–14 (Part 2)
Send us Fan MailIn the 2nd episode of our apologetics study on the book of Hebrews, we cover Hebrews 1:5–14. This passage cites many Old Testament verses to demonstrate how Jesus is superior to the angels. We not only examine those passages from the Hebrew Bible, but we also discuss Philo, gnosticism, and new-age religion.Defending the Biblical Roots of ChristianityOur websiteOur YouTube ChannelPr
The Supremacy of God's Son: Hebrews 1:1–4 (Part 1)
Send us Fan MailIn this first episode of our apologetics Bible Study on the book of Hebrews, we look at the historical and literary setting of the text and examine the amazing prologue of the book (verses 1–4). In just this opening passage, we learn much about the divinity and superiority of Jesus and how His story began in the Old Testament (Tanakh) and is grounded in the Torah.Defending the Bibl
Black Hebrew Israelites with Vocab Malone
Send us Fan MailMeet Vocab Malone. He is a Street Apologist and arguably the top Christian apologist in the area of Black Hebrew Israelite theology. Join us for an engaging conversation about this controversial, race-based wing of Torahism.Vocab's LinksYouTube ChannelInstagramBlogDefending the Biblical Roots of ChristianityOur websiteOur YouTube ChannelProf. Solberg's BlogSupport our Min
Confronting Modern Torah Movements - A Chat with Andrew Schumacher
Send us Fan MailApologist and Christian thinker Andrew Schumacher recently joined me for a wide-ranging conversation. Of course, we discussed the recent controversies over the question "Are animal sacrifices, still required to atone for sin?" But also how to approach our Torah-keeping friends: Is there a path to unity? What makes something a false gospel? What is the theological range of
Sin Sacrifice: A Response to Caleb Hegg
Send us Fan MailProf. Solberg recently published an academic paper in response to Caleb Hegg (link below) and in this pre-recorded video, he'll work through that paper and explain his response to Caleb’s various arguments. This is the next installment in a lively, ongoing conversation regarding the big question we posed on this channel: “Are animal sacrifices still required to atone for sin?”
A Chat with Rabbi Eduardo Arroyo: Judaism, Hebrew Roots & Identity
Send us Fan MailMeet Messianic Rabbi Rabbi Eduardo Arroyo. He's a teacher, rabbi, apologist, and follower of Jesus. In our conversation, Rabbi Eduardo shares some great insight into the role of the Old Testament in the lives of Christ-followers. We also talk about the impact of Torahism (Torah-observant Christianity) on the body of Christ, what His church looks like, the freedom we have in Hi
Sin Sacrifices & Hebrew Roots: A Rebuttal
Send us Fan MailIt's become a big question among Torah-keepers: Are animal sacrifices still required to atone for sin? That is the big question that has kicked up a bit of dust with our Hebrew Roots (aka Torahism, Torah-keeping) friends. In this episode, we move this important conversation forward by looking at a rebuttal video put out by a Hebrew Roots teacher named David Wilber. David promo
A Chat with Dr. David Harris - A Jewish Believer in Jesus
Send us Fan MailMeet Dr. David Harris, an independent Hebrew scholar raised in a Jewish household who became a theologian, author, and Jewish follower of Yeshua (Jesus). He’s also a former pastor at a Messianic Jewish Synagogue in New Mexico and has had personal experience with Torahism (Hebrew Roots, Torah-keepers) and the unique issues they bring to the table. Links Mentioned in EpisodeDr. Harri
Acts 15 & the Law: An Apologetic Bible Study
Send us Fan MailActs 15:1–29 records the Jerusalem Council (50 AD) which is where Paul, Peter, Barnabas, James, and other elders gathered in Jerusalem to discuss the pressing question: Are Gentile believers required to be circumcised and keep the old covenant law? In this episode we walk through this passage verse by verse and discover a whole lot about the relationship between Christians and the
Apologetics & Evangelism: A Chat with Andy Bannister
Send us Fan MailMeet Dr. Andy Bannister, a deep-thinking and often humorous author, speaker, and apologist from the UK. He joins us to talk about apologetics, evangelism, and his new book: "How to Talk about Jesus without Looking like an Idiot: A Panic-Free Guide to Having Natural Conversations about Your Faith."Andy is the Director of Solas CPC, an evangelism and training organisation b
Torah Psalms: Praising God's Law under the New Covenant
Send us Fan MailHow should Christians navigate the Torah Psalms (and other OT passages) that praise God’s law, while at the same time acknowledging NT passages like Galatians 5:18 which says, “If you are led by the spirit you are not under the law”? IN this video, we look at that question by examining the Torah Psalms and trying to understand how we praise God’s law in the context of His new cove
Under the Law of God? Or the Law of Moses?
Send us Fan MailThere's a passage in 1 Corinthians that offers profound insight into the relationship between Christians and the law. In fact, it addresses three big questions many Christians struggle with today. First, what is our relationship to the OT law? Are Christians required to keep the law of Moses? What about the Ten Commandments? What does the Bible say? (And of course, that’s a to
Q&A: Torah in the Last Days, the Lost Tribes of Israel, Did Paul invent Christianity?
Send us Fan MailIn this Q&A episode, Professor Solberg tackles three of your questions:How should we understand the OT prophecies about keeping Torah in the last days?Understanding the 10 lost tribes of Israel (and whether some of us have descended from those tribes)Was Paul the founder of Christianity?And there's a bonus question at the end!Defending the Biblical Roots of ChristianityOur
Does the Law Pre-date Sinai? Testing 12 Claims
Send us Fan MailIn this episode we look at another "shotgun argument" from a Torah-keeper. This time it’s a cut-and-paste list of 12 OT verses intended to show that the old covenant law pre-dates Sinai. The thesis we put to the test is this: “The giving of the law at Sinai is the complete revelation of the old covenant law which was introduced at various levels of detail in Genesis 1 for
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