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Send us a textDid Paul believe Christians replaced the Jewish people? In this episode of Journey with the Jewish Paul, we explore what Romans really says about Replacement Theology and Israel. Far from promoting triumphalism, Paul urges Gentile believers to stay humble—and to see themselves as joined among Israel, not instead of Israel.Discover how reframing Romans in its Jewish context challenges centuries of misunderstanding and opens a path toward healing in Jewish-Christian relations.Bridge Builders ForumAn educational entity dedicated to helping Jews and Christians understand their faith, the Bible, and each other. Bridge Builders Forum Email News and Updates Download the free PDF "Recovering the Jewish Paul: Three Keys to Understanding the Apostle and Building Bridges Between Jews and Christians" The Weird Apostle Ryan's book places the Apostle Paul in his Jewish and Greco-Roman context. Make a tax deductible donation to the Bridge Builders Forum

Send us a textWas Paul just a Jewish teacher—or was he also shaped by the Greek world around him?In this episode of Journey with the Jewish Paul, we explore how Paul’s deeply Jewish identity was expressed within the Greco-Roman culture of his day. Drawing on examples from Romans 7 and 11, we highlight how Paul used Greek literary techniques, cultural metaphors, and the Septuagint to connect with his audience.Rather than seeing Paul’s “Greekness” and “Jewishness” as opposites, this episode shows how Paul’s cultural fluency helped him build bridges between Jews and Gentiles—and why that still matters today.Bridge Builders ForumAn educational entity dedicated to helping Jews and Christians understand their faith, the Bible, and each other. Bridge Builders Forum Email News and Updates Download the free PDF "Recovering the Jewish Paul: Three Keys to Understanding the Apostle and Building Bridges Between Jews and Christians" The Weird Apostle Ryan's book places the Apostle Paul in his Jewish and Greco-Roman context. Make a tax deductible donation to the Bridge Builders Forum

Send us a textThe Israeli-Palestinian conflict is one of the most polarizing issues of our time. But what if there was a way to discuss it with biblical clarity, human compassion, and moral courage?In this timely and powerful episode of the Bridge Builders Forum, Ryan sits down with Justin Kron — founder of The Kesher Project and co-producer of the award-winning film Hope in the Holy Land.They explore:* How the events of October 7th have reshaped the conversation about Israel.* Why some Christians have adopted an anti-Zionist theology.* What the slogans “Free Palestine” and accusations of genocide really mean.* How Jews and Christians can work together to pursue truth, justice, and hope — in Israel and in their own communitiesJustin also shares about his soon-to-be-released documentary October 7: Bearing Witness to the Massacre, a gripping film that captures the human toll of that tragic day.This conversation cuts through the noise. It’s not about taking sides. It’s about building bridges — grounded in faith, shaped by truth, and driven by hope.Hope in the Holy Land Film - https://hopeintheholyland.com/October 7th Film - https://www.october7film.com/Kesher Project - https://www.kesherproject.com/Bridge Builders ForumAn educational entity dedicated to helping Jews and Christians understand their faith, the Bible, and each other. Bridge Builders Forum Email News and Updates Download the free PDF "Recovering the Jewish Paul: Three Keys to Understanding the Apostle and Building Bridges Between Jews and Christians" The Weird Apostle Ryan's book places the Apostle Paul in his Jewish and Greco-Roman context. Make a tax deductible donation to the Bridge Builders Forum

Send us a textWho was the Jewish prophet behind Paul’s passion?In this episode of Journey with the Jewish Paul, we explore why the Apostle Paul quoted Isaiah more than any other prophet—and how Isaiah’s vision of the nations streaming to Jerusalem shaped Paul’s mission, message, and hope.Far from abandoning the Hebrew Bible, Paul was fueled by it. Isaiah didn’t just inform Paul’s theology—he lit Paul’s path. Discover how Paul’s end-times vision was rooted in Jewish prophecy, why that matters for Jewish-Christian understanding today, and what it means to recover Paul’s Jewish voice.Bridge Builders ForumAn educational entity dedicated to helping Jews and Christians understand their faith, the Bible, and each other. Bridge Builders Forum Email News and Updates Download the free PDF "Recovering the Jewish Paul: Three Keys to Understanding the Apostle and Building Bridges Between Jews and Christians" The Weird Apostle Ryan's book places the Apostle Paul in his Jewish and Greco-Roman context. Make a tax deductible donation to the Bridge Builders Forum

Send us a textDid Paul expect Gentiles to keep the Torah? Most people would say, “Absolutely not.” After all, Paul is often seen as the one who set Christians free from the Law. But is that what Paul really taught?In this episode of Journey with the Jewish Paul, we explore this surprising truth: Paul taught Torah to Gentile believers—and expected them to live by its wisdom. But not as Jews.Paul’s letters reveal that he believed Gentiles could belong to the family of Abraham without becoming Jewish—and still benefit from the Torah’s guidance. So what did Paul mean when he told Gentiles to avoid idolatry, uphold purity, and even celebrate Passover?Discover why Paul should be seen as a Teacher of Torah to the Nations, and why recovering this vision opens powerful new bridges between Jews and Christians today.Bridge Builders ForumAn educational entity dedicated to helping Jews and Christians understand their faith, the Bible, and each other. Bridge Builders Forum Email News and Updates Download the free PDF "Recovering the Jewish Paul: Three Keys to Understanding the Apostle and Building Bridges Between Jews and Christians" The Weird Apostle Ryan's book places the Apostle Paul in his Jewish and Greco-Roman context. Make a tax deductible donation to the Bridge Builders Forum

Send us a textWhy would a traditional Jewish rabbi teach about Jesus, Paul, and the New Testament?In this episode of Bridge Builders Forum, Rabbi Joe Charnes joins Ryan Lambert for an honest conversation about the Jewishness of Jesus and Paul, the evolving Jewish perspective on Christianity, and why Jewish-Christian friendship matters now more than ever. Rabbi Joe also shares the personal pushback he’s faced for his interfaith work—and why he’s still committed to building bridges.👉 Topics include:– The Jewish roots of the New Testament– Paul within Judaism– Why Jews have viewed Paul with suspicion– Christian misunderstandings of Judaism– How interfaith dialogue brings healing🎧 Subscribe for more conversations that connect Jews and Christians through shared ideas, faith, and understanding.Bridge Builders ForumAn educational entity dedicated to helping Jews and Christians understand their faith, the Bible, and each other. Bridge Builders Forum Email News and Updates Download the free PDF "Recovering the Jewish Paul: Three Keys to Understanding the Apostle and Building Bridges Between Jews and Christians" The Weird Apostle Ryan's book places the Apostle Paul in his Jewish and Greco-Roman context. Make a tax deductible donation to the Bridge Builders Forum

Send us a textDid Paul teach early Christians to celebrate Pentecost… or Shavuot?Today, these two holidays are often seen as separate—Pentecost as a Christian celebration of the Holy Spirit, and Shavuot as a Jewish festival remembering the giving of the Torah. But in Paul’s time, they were one and the same.In this 3-minute episode of Journey with the Jewish Paul, we explore:What Pentecost and Shavuot meant in Paul’s day.How the Church later separated Pentecost from its Jewish roots.Why Paul likely saw Gentile believers as joining—not replacing—Israel’s story.Discover what this means for the early Jesus movement, and how recovering this shared heritage can help build bridges between Jews and Christians today.Bridge Builders ForumAn educational entity dedicated to helping Jews and Christians understand their faith, the Bible, and each other. Bridge Builders Forum Email News and Updates Download the free PDF "Recovering the Jewish Paul: Three Keys to Understanding the Apostle and Building Bridges Between Jews and Christians" The Weird Apostle Ryan's book places the Apostle Paul in his Jewish and Greco-Roman context. Make a tax deductible donation to the Bridge Builders Forum

Send us a textDid Paul abandon Jerusalem after his encounter with Jesus? Many assume so—but the evidence tells a different story. In this episode, Ryan Lambert draws from his book The Weird Apostle to explore Paul’s enduring commitment to Jerusalem and the Temple. Discover why Jerusalem remained sacred to Paul, how his letters and actions reflect deep solidarity with the city, and why reclaiming Paul’s love for Jerusalem creates powerful common ground between Jews and Christians today.Bridge Builders ForumAn educational entity dedicated to helping Jews and Christians understand their faith, the Bible, and each other. Bridge Builders Forum Email News and Updates Download the free PDF "Recovering the Jewish Paul: Three Keys to Understanding the Apostle and Building Bridges Between Jews and Christians" The Weird Apostle Ryan's book places the Apostle Paul in his Jewish and Greco-Roman context. Make a tax deductible donation to the Bridge Builders Forum

Send us a textIs the New Testament antisemitic? In this thought-provoking episode of the Bridge Builders Forum, Lutheran theologian Dr. Jesper Svartvik joins Ryan Lambert to explore this controversial question. Drawing from his book Jewish Foundations of the New Testament, Dr. Svartvik addresses how supersessionism and misreadings of texts like John 8 have fueled antisemitism for generations.We discuss the legacy of anti-Judaism in Christian theology, the misunderstood role of the Pharisees, and how reading the New Testament without replacement theology can uncover long-hidden insights. This conversation is essential for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of Jewish-Christian relations, biblical interpretation, and how theology shapes history.Jesper Svartvik's new book, Jewish Foundations of the New Testament: Addressing the Roots of Antisemitism: https://a.co/d/2u5WU7VBridge Builders ForumAn educational entity dedicated to helping Jews and Christians understand their faith, the Bible, and each other. Bridge Builders Forum Email News and Updates Download the free PDF "Recovering the Jewish Paul: Three Keys to Understanding the Apostle and Building Bridges Between Jews and Christians" The Weird Apostle Ryan's book places the Apostle Paul in his Jewish and Greco-Roman context. Make a tax deductible donation to the Bridge Builders Forum

Send us a textDid you know the first interpreter of Paul’s most important letter was a woman? Her name was Phoebe—and she didn’t just carry Paul’s letter to the Romans; she likely read it aloud, fielded questions, and explained its meaning. In this episode of Journey with the Jewish Paul, we explore Phoebe's remarkable role in the early Jesus movement and what her story reveals about Paul’s true view of women. Was Paul really a misogynist—or have we misunderstood him?Bridge Builders ForumAn educational entity dedicated to helping Jews and Christians understand their faith, the Bible, and each other. Bridge Builders Forum Email News and Updates Download the free PDF "Recovering the Jewish Paul: Three Keys to Understanding the Apostle and Building Bridges Between Jews and Christians" The Weird Apostle Ryan's book places the Apostle Paul in his Jewish and Greco-Roman context. Make a tax deductible donation to the Bridge Builders Forum