Midweek Updates - Tom Hughes "Why Jews Don't Want to Hear About Jesus" with Dr. Eitan Bar
Mar 5, 2020
Dr. Eitan Bar, a leader with One For Israel, shares powerful insights on why many Jews are resistant to hearing about Jesus. He discusses the historical roots of anti-Semitism in Christianity and its lasting effects on Jewish perceptions. Eitan highlights the rising Jewish Messiah movement, detailing innovative evangelistic efforts to bridge the gap, such as Hebrew testimonies and culturally relevant resources. He emphasizes the importance of understanding this context to foster better relationships and explores the exciting growth of Jewish believers in Israel despite facing persecution.
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Gospel's Jewish Origins And Modern Disconnect
- The gospel's origin is rooted in Israel and early followers were predominantly Jewish, creating a historical link between Judaism and Christianity.
- Dr. Eitan Bar highlights the paradox that modern Israel has only 0.3% Christian believers despite that origin.
Church History Shaped Jewish Distrust
- centuries of Christian anti-Judaism created deep Jewish distrust of Christianity and of Jesus.
- Bar argues that church-sanctioned actions from councils to persecutions shaped Jewish collective memory and rejection.
Historical Persecution Examples
- Dr. Eitan Bar recounts medieval massacres, the Inquisition, and pogroms as examples of Christians harming Jews.
- He connects these events to modern Jewish feelings about Christianity and Christmas.
