The Ancient Way Podcast
Welcome to the Ancient Way Podcast, where Jon & Jim explore what it looks like to live as a Gentile following a Jewish Messiah. Follow along as we discuss our experiences stumbling into keeping the Sabbath and other biblical feasts.
Episode 13: Easter, Ishtar, and the Feast of Firstfruits
In this conversation, Jon and Jim discuss the Feast of First Fruits and its significance. They explore the connection between the feast and the resurrection of Jesus as the firstfruits among the dead. They emphasize that the feast is not just for the Jewish people but is a celebration of God's appointed time for all believers. They discuss different perspectives on how to celebrate the feast and highlight the importance of focusing on the heart of worship and sacrifice. They also mention the connection between Easter and First Fruits and invite listeners to explore the deeper meaning of these feasts.
Episode 12: The Feast of Firstfruits
In this conversation, Jon and Jim discuss the Feast of First Fruits and its significance. They explore the connection between the feast and the resurrection of Jesus as the firstfruits among the dead. They emphasize that the feast is not just for the Jewish people but is a celebration of God's appointed time for all believers. They discuss different perspectives on how to celebrate the feast and highlight the importance of focusing on the heart of worship and sacrifice. They also mention the connection between Easter and First Fruits and invite listeners to explore the deeper meaning of these feasts.
Episode 11: The Feast of Unleavened Bread
In this conversation, Jon and James discuss the Feast of Unleavened Bread, which is the second of the seven feasts (moedim) of Adonai. The Feast of Unleavened Bread is seen as a time of sanctification and a reminder of God's faithfulness in delivering His people. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the importance of the posture of our hearts in approaching these feasts.
Episode 10: The Passover Seder: Bitter Herbs, Matzah, and the Passover Lamb
In this episode, Jon and James continue their conversation on the feast of Passover. They discuss the significance of the bitter herbs, explore the meaning of matzah, the unleavened bread, and its connection to sin and redemption, and the lamb shank on the Seder plate represents the sacrificial lamb and the blood that protected the Israelites from the plague of the firstborn.
Episode 9: The Significance of the Passover Seder and the Four Cups
In this episode, Jon and James continue their conversation on Passover and the significance of the Passover Seder. They discuss the four cups of the Seder meal, which represent different promises of God to the Israelite people.
Episode 8: The Feast of Passover . . . for Christians?
In this conversation, Jon and James discuss the significance of the Feast of Passover for Gentile believers. They explore the context of Passover, including the story of Moses and the Israelites' deliverance from Egypt. They emphasize the importance of embracing God's feasts and recognizing that Passover is not just a Jewish holiday, but a celebration of God's faithfulness.