The Jewish Road Podcast

Will "All Israel" Be Saved? (featuring Dr. Michael Brown)

Why did Paul end his masterpiece in Romans with a promise that “all Israel will be saved”? What does that mean - and has it already happened, or is it still to come?
In this wide-ranging conversation with Dr. Michael Brown, author of Our Hands Are Stained with Blood and host of The Line of Fire, we trace how Romans 9–11 reveals the continuity of God’s plan for Israel and the nations. 
Dr. Brown unpacks Paul’s argument verse by verse, explains why replacement theology opened the door to antisemitism in church history, and clarifies how “all Israel” refers to a future national turning to Messiah - not merely a cumulative remnant.
We also talk about the surge of antisemitism after October 7, the confusion in the modern church, and why believers must recover a biblical vision of Israel’s role in redemptive history. This isn’t a side issue. It’s the center of the gospel’s story of mercy.
Key Takeaways
Romans 11 completes the gospel logic: if Israel’s rejection brought salvation to the world, her acceptance will bring life from the dead.
“All Israel” means a future national turning, not just a historical remnant.
The gifts and calling of God are irrevocable - for Israel and for the Church.
Replacement theology helped pave the way for centuries of antisemitism.
Understanding Israel clarifies the gospel’s continuity from Abraham to today.
The Church’s calling is to provoke Israel to envy, not erase her identity.
God’s covenant faithfulness guarantees Israel’s future redemption.
Chapter Markers 00:00 – Intro + welcome to Dr. Michael Brown 05:00 – Antisemitism and replacement theology after October 7 09:30 – Romans 9–11 overview - Paul’s logic for Israel’s future 15:40 – “All Israel will be saved”: what Paul actually meant 18:00 – Grafted in vs. replaced - understanding the olive tree 24:00 – How the Church lost its Jewish roots 31:00 – The rise of antisemitism in a TikTok generation 36:00 – What believers can do now - pray, speak, stand 44:00 – Dr. Brown’s upcoming debates & resource
Romans 11 ends with worship because God’s mercy story ends in faithfulness. “All Israel will be saved” is not wishful thinking - it’s covenant reality. Listen to the full episode, explore more resources at The Jewish Road, join our Israel trip (March 21–31), and become one of The Few who help us bring clarity to the Church and comfort to Israel.

Still Chosen: Has One Verse Erased God's Covenant?

For centuries, a single line from Paul’s letter to the Romans - “not all Israel is Israel” - has been used to rewrite the story of God’s faithfulness. 
But was Paul really declaring that the Church replaced Israel? Or was he weeping over his people, trusting that God’s promises still stand?
This episode takes a deep look into Romans 9–11 and Galatians 6, unpacking what Paul meant by “the Israel of God” and how a single mistranslated conjunction has shaped two millennia of confusion. 
We’ll explore the grief behind Paul’s words, the endurance of God’s covenants, and the modern drift that has led Christians to read prophecy as poetry and Israel’s story as metaphor.
As anti-Semitism rises and theology grows foggy, it’s time to recover what the Apostle Paul never meant to erase: that Israel’s unbelief doesn’t cancel God’s faithfulness - it magnifies it.
Key Takeaways
Paul’s “anguish and unceasing sorrow” in Romans 9 reveals grief, not rejection.
“Not all Israel is Israel” distinguishes the nation from its remnant, not Israel from the Church.
God’s covenants - Abrahamic, Mosaic, Davidic, and New - remain active and irrevocable.
“The Israel of God” (Gal. 6:16) refers to Jewish believers, not the Church replacing Israel.
Translation shifts like changing “and” to “even” have fueled replacement theology.
The Church’s inclusion in God’s plan never meant Israel’s exclusion.
When we forget Israel, we lose the storyline of our own salvation.
Chapter Markers (Approximate)
00:00 – Why “Not All Israel Is Israel” Is Misunderstood
05:00 – Paul’s Heartbreak and the Faithfulness of God
14:00 – Israel’s Covenants Still Stand
22:00 – The Real Meaning of “The Israel of God”
30:00 – How History and Translation Warped the Story
40:00 – Why This Matters for the Church Today
46:00 – God’s Faithfulness and the Invitation to Clarity
God’s promises to Israel were never revoked - they’re being fulfilled before our eyes. The story of redemption still runs through Jerusalem. Don’t just listen - learn to read Scripture the way Paul wrote it: with tears in your eyes and hope in your heart.
Explore more resources at thejewishroad.com, join us on the journey to Israel, or become one of The Few - standing with us as we help the Church make sense of God’s story for Israel and the nations.

Transformed by the Messiah (featuring Rabbi Jason Sobel)

The story of Jesus doesn’t begin in Bethlehem - it begins in Genesis. Rabbi Jason Sobel joins us to explore how the whole Bible, from creation to new creation, points to one Messiah and one redemptive plan. His new book, Transformed by the Messiah, invites readers to rediscover the power of Scripture as one seamless narrative rather than two disconnected halves.
In this episode, we trace how the Hebrew Scriptures set the stage for the Gospel: Joseph’s betrayal and restoration, the feasts that frame the Kingdom, and the prophetic rhythms that pulse beneath every New Testament page. Jason shows how the Messiah fulfills - not replaces - Israel’s story, inviting both Jew and Gentile into God’s covenant promises.
We also talk about how this restored vision transforms how we live - rooted in God’s faithfulness, connected to His appointed times, and awakened to a Messiah who holds all of Scripture together. The goal isn’t to add something new but to recover what’s been there all along: the unity, beauty, and coherence of God’s Word from beginning to end.
Key Takeaways
The Bible tells one continuous story of redemption, not two separate Testaments.
Transformed by the Messiah helps readers see how every part of Scripture points to Yeshua.
The Old Testament provides the framework; the New Testament reveals the fulfillment.
Joseph’s life foreshadows Messiah’s rejection, suffering, and ultimate reconciliation.
The biblical feasts - especially Sukkot - reveal the shape of God’s Kingdom plan.
Seeing Jesus through His Jewish context restores depth and meaning to our faith.
Transformation in Messiah is holistic: spiritual, emotional, relational, and physical - reflecting God’s shalom.
Chapter Markers
00:00—Welcome & Israel tour crossover 01:17—Rabbi Jason’s encounter and journey to Yeshua 08:02—Bridging Old and New without “strange fruit” 15:28—Transfiguration and Sukkot explained 20:02—Numbers, gematria, and the “vav” 27:31—Behind the scenes of The Chosen 32:50—Living Jewish after Oct 7 38:58—Simchat Torah and hostages timing 41:52—Sukkah vs. “roof” (Gog) insight 47:27—End-times drift and loving Israel’s Messiah 49:36—From information to formation: practices 54:15—Book release details & where to find it 57:52—Pre-order and why it matters 58:20—Shalom and close
This episode invites you to read the whole Bible in high definition - seeing Yeshua where the story has always pointed. Explore more resources at The Jewish Road, dive deeper through Fusion Global at fusionglobal.org, and pre-order Rabbi Jason Sobel’s new book, Transformed by the Messiah, to experience how the Jewishness of Jesus brings Scripture - and your life - into full color.

Bearing Witness to the October 7 Massacre (featuring Justin Kron & David Boskey)

When evil boasts, truth must bear witness. After a screening of October 7: Bearing Witness to the Massacre at Lexington’s historic Lyric Theater, we sat down with co-creator, Justin Kron, and Israeli believer, David Boskey, for an unfiltered Q&A. The conversation traces the long arc leading to October 7, why the online narrative flipped overnight, and how followers of Jesus should respond without naïveté or despair.
We talk about the spiritual war beneath the politics, the cost of telling the truth, and the aching question of hostages still in captivity. We explore how trauma can open doors for real hope, and why any durable “peace plan” must deal with ideology and spiritual warfare, not just borders.
Finally, we get practical: where to find reliable info, how to disciple the next generation against propaganda, and why churches must speak with clarity. We end with an invitation to pray, to gather, and to stand with Israel in a way that honors Messiah and blesses the nations.
Key Takeaways
October 7 exposed not just terror but a global information war; propaganda mobilized campuses within hours.
Evil is real; Scripture frames this as a spiritual battle against what God blesses - including Israel’s ongoing existence.
Trauma in Israel is ongoing; hostages and a long war have reshaped daily life.
Durable peace must confront indoctrination, not merely redraw maps.
The Church’s silence wounds; loving Israel is part of God’s mission to the nations.
Disciple your people before the internet does; recommend reliable sources and films.
Practical next steps: pray, learn, gather, and share this film widely.
Chapter Markers
00:00 Welcome + why this night mattered (Lexington’s Lyric Theater)
03:35 “This time is different” - October 7 and global reactions
06:36 Processing trauma in Israel
14:34 “Definitive victory” and the ideology question
16:48 Bearing witness when terrorists film themselves
21:49 The spiritual war behind the headlines
26:17 Are we trending toward the last days?
31:32 What’s the soul of Israel right now?
32:41 How to help: prayer, discipleship, resources
39:09 Where to stream October 7
41:57 Sheep and goats, and the Church’s call
Watch the October 7: Bearing Witness to the Massacre film and host a conversation in your community; explore resources at thejewishroad.com; consider joining us in Israel or becoming one of The Few who sustain this work.

Hebrew: The Language That Refused to Die (featuring Melissa Briggs)

We don’t know the problem we have: reading the Bible at the surface. English translations are trustworthy, but they flatten words that Hebrew infused with density, imagery, and connection. We end up missing layers of meaning that would transform how we live.
In this conversation, we explore what happens when Hebrew cracks open the text. 
Familiar words you thought you understood suddenly leap off the page. Hope is sturdier, love is covenantal, fear is reframed, faith is embodied. The story of God’s promises comes alive in a way that makes you want to keep digging.
This isn’t about becoming a scholar. It’s about recognizing that the Bible is one unified story and learning how the Hebrew underneath points us more deeply to the God who keeps His promises and to the Messiah who fulfills them.
Key Takeaways
We often assume we know what biblical words mean, but translation thins their meaning.
Hebrew restores density, imagery, and connection across the Testaments.
Reading with Hebrew awareness turns abstract concepts into embodied realities.
Surface-level reading can keep us from seeing God’s covenant faithfulness.
The Bible is one story, not two disconnected halves.
Studying Hebrew words is a practical tool for deeper discipleship.
This shift leads to sturdier hope, reoriented fear, covenantal love, and faithful living.
Chapter Markers 00:00 — Why Hebrew Matters: Seeing the Problem 02:30 — The Good News Is Even Better 05:40 — How Words Get Flattened in Translation 07:31 — Discovering Hope in Its Original Depth 15:37 — Reframing Fear Through Hebrew Insight 24:03 — God’s Help and Presence in Hebrew 30:56 — Covenant Love That Won’t Let Go 34:38 — Faith That Becomes Faithfulness 44:46 — Practical Next Steps: How to Begin
This episode invites you to move past surface-level Bible reading and see the unified story of God in full color. Explore more resources from thejewishroad.com, come with us to Israel, and consider joining The Few to stand with us in this work.
Check out Melissa’s Hebrew Course for Beginners: Explore Hebrew 

Still Chosen: How Paul Welcomes the Nations Without Erasing The Jews

Galatians 3 has done a lot of heavy lifting in modern theology. Some say it proves everything is now “spiritual,” that Israel was folded into the church and the land promise dissolved. We open the text and ask: is that what Paul actually says?
Paul’s concern is rescue, not replacement. He confronts the claim that Gentiles need the works of the law to belong. By returning to Abraham, he shows that righteousness has always been by faith and that the blessing promised to the nations reaches its center in the Messiah. That’s inclusion without erasure.
We then trace what Galatians 3 does say - justification by faith, Gentile heirship with Abraham, the law as guardian, one body in Messiah - and what it never says: that the church is the new Israel or that Jewish identity and the land are cancelled. The result is a bigger table, not a different family.
Key Takeaways
Justification by faith predates Sinai; Abraham believed and was counted righteous.
Gentiles are heirs with Abraham through the promised Seed, Messiah Jesus, without identity transfer to “Israel.”
The law is a guardian, not a ladder; it cannot annul the earlier promise.
“Neither Jew nor Greek” means equal standing, not uniform roles in redemptive history.
Paul never says “the church is Israel.” Inclusion doesn’t require erasing Jewish calling.
The three strands remain - people, place, purpose - brought to coherence in Messiah, not collapsed by Him.
Romans 9–11 safeguards Israel’s ongoing calling, warning Gentiles against arrogance.
Chapter Markers
00:00 Welcome & Series Setup: “Still Chosen”
03:00 Why Galatians? The Rescue Mission Context
08:30 Sons of Abraham by Faith (Gal 3:6–9)
14:30 Promise vs. Law; the Singular Seed (Gal 3:15–18)
21:00 Guardian to the Messiah; Faith as the Doorway (Gal 3:23–26)
24:00 “Neither Jew nor Greek”: Unity without Erasure (Gal 3:27–29)
31:00 What Paul Doesn’t Say: No Replacement of Israel
37:30 Analogies: The Expanded Table & Family Business
43:00 Land Promise and Acts 1:6—“Not yet,” not “never”
49:00 Lightning Round Q&A and Next Episode Tease
Galatians 3 throws the doors wide to the nations through the Messiah without canceling God’s covenant with Israel. Equal standing at the Father’s table, distinct roles in His unfolding story. Explore more resources at The Jewish Road, consider coming to Israel with us, and if this ministry blesses you, join “The Few” and support the work.

Still Chosen: Did God Make an Unconditional Covenant With Abraham?

The question of Israel’s chosenness isn’t abstract - it’s foundational. 
If God’s covenant with Abraham is conditional, then Israel’s future and even our own assurance in Christ are uncertain. But if it’s unconditional, then God’s faithfulness to Abraham secures hope for us all.
In this episode, Ron and Matt Davis trace the Abrahamic covenant from Genesis 12, 15, and 17. They unpack the ancient covenant-cutting ceremony, the unconditional nature of God’s promise, and how the Mosaic covenant fits alongside it. 
They also show how the New Testament reaffirms - not erases - God’s oath to Abraham, and why that matters for both Jews and Gentiles today.
With analogies of trust funds and house rules, they bring clarity to common misunderstandings. God’s covenant stands not because of human performance but because of His promise. And that means His faithfulness to Israel is the same faithfulness we depend on in Jesus.
Key Takeaways
God initiated and ratified the Abrahamic covenant alone - it’s unconditional.
Genesis 12–17 reveals a promise of people, place, and purpose.
The land boundaries are literal, not symbolic.
Circumcision is the covenant sign, not its source.
The Mosaic covenant governs life in the land but does not annul Abraham’s promise.
The New Testament celebrates - not cancels - the Abrahamic covenant.
God’s gifts and calling are irrevocable (Romans 11:29).
Chapter Markers
00:00 – Welcome and framing the question
05:10 – Genesis 12: God’s call to Abram
13:20 – Genesis 15: Cutting the covenant
28:15 – Genesis 17: Everlasting covenant and circumcision
41:00 – Mosaic covenant vs. Abrahamic covenant
55:30 – Genesis 22: Binding of Isaac and covenant confirmed
1:05:10 – New Testament voices: Galatians, Romans, Hebrews
1:18:00 – Analogies: trust funds, house rules, and irrevocable promises
1:28:00 – Final reflections and what’s next
God’s covenant with Abraham is unconditional, everlasting, and still active. It anchors Israel’s destiny and secures the hope of all who trust in the Messiah. Explore more resources from thejewishroad.com, join us on a future trip to Israel, or consider becoming one of The Few who support this work regularly.

Still Chosen: Why Are So Many Christians Confused About Israel Right Now?

For many Christians, the ground feels like it’s shifting under their feet. You grew up hearing “pray for the peace of Jerusalem,” then watched trusted voices say, “the church is the new Israel.” Add the noise of social feeds and the headlines of 2025, and it’s easy to wonder who to trust.
In this new season, our theme is Still Chosen: Dispelling the Israel Delusion. Matt and Ron open the Scriptures and the conversation. They name three forces driving confusion today: cultural pressure, theological drift (especially replacement theology’s fresh packaging), and pastoral silence that leaves a vacuum filled by viral certainty.
This isn’t politics dressed up as Bible talk. It’s a humble walk through the unified story of God, from Genesis to Romans, asking how His covenants anchor our hope. If God keeps His word to Israel, you can trust His word to you. And you don’t have to choose between compassion for Palestinians and faith in God’s covenant with the Jewish people. Compassion and covenant can, and must, go together.
Key Takeaways
Confusion rises from cultural pressure, theological drift, and church silence - not from the Bible’s lack of clarity.
Replacement theology isn’t new; it’s old drift with new branding. Convincing does not equal correct.
God’s promises to Abraham are called “everlasting” - that word matters. 
Romans 11 warns Gentile believers against arrogance; the hardening is partial and temporary. God isn’t finished with Israel.
Compassion for all image-bearers and conviction about covenant are not enemies.
The point is God’s character - He keeps covenant even when His people stumble.
Chapter Markers
00:00 – Welcome & Season Vision: “Still Chosen” kickoff
02:23 – “The ground is moving”: why the confusion feels new
04:38 – Compassion without manipulation; critique vs. covenant
06:59 – Three drivers: cultural pressure, theological drift, church silence
09:11 – When silence is filled by viral certainty
11:38 – Wrestling with God: asking Jewish questions with open Bibles
13:57 – Romans 11 and humility; one story, two acts
16:19 – Promise vs. perfection: the “treehouse” covenant picture
18:40 – “Everlasting” actually means everlasting (Genesis & Psalms)
21:07 – How this shapes Bible reading, news reading, and seeing God
25:42 – Selah: honest questions to sit with
28:06 – Season roadmap: the big questions we’ll tackle
32:51 – The olive tree: shared life, not replacement; closing charge
Want to stay rooted in the full story - from Genesis to Revelation?Explore more resources, teaching, and conversations at thejewishroad.com

Building Friendship With the Jewish People (featuring Chris Byberg)

What happens when a quiet Canadian pastor steps into the rising tide of global antisemitism?
Chris Byberg isn’t looking to be a hero. He’s looking to be a friend.
A friend to rabbis. A friend to Jewish neighbors. A friend who refuses to stay silent.
In this gripping conversation, Chris shares his personal transformation - from growing up in a Jewish neighborhood to standing on the front lines of spiritual warfare in Parliament Hill. 
He talks about the fear that silences pastors, the indifference that numbs the Church, and the quiet strength of showing up, again and again, in the name of love.
He reminds us that allyship isn’t found in hashtags. It’s forged in fire. In tears. In prayer. In the kind of bold friendship that lays down comfort for covenant.
Key Takeaways
Antisemitism is rising. Silence isn’t neutral - it’s deadly.
The Church must act. Too many believers don’t know where to start. Chris offers a path.
Friendship is the bridge. Real impact starts with real relationships.
Prayer is protest. And protest, in God’s kingdom, looks like love.
You don’t need all the answers. Just the courage to stand with the people God calls His own.
Chapter Markers
00:00 – Who is Chris Byberg? 02:00 – Antisemitism in Canada post-Oct 7 05:00 – A pastor’s perspective: fear in the Church 07:15 – From Jewish neighbors to real friendship 09:30 – Why prayer isn’t passive 12:00 – How to engage during the High Holy Days 15:10 – “For me, I turn the other cheek. For you, I fight.” 18:45 – Call to the next generation 21:00 – A vision for revival through reconciliation
Want to rediscover the Jewish roots of your faith? → Visit thejewishroad.com for resources, episodes, and tools to go deeper. → Learn more about Chris Byberg’s work and how you can stand with Israel at nhop.ca.

The Heart of a Shepherd: Aliyah, Unity & The Spirit of Elijah (featuring Eitan Shishkoff)

What does it mean to stand in the land of Israel with the heart of a father?
In this episode, Messianic leader and pioneer Eitan Shishkoff shares his journey from the Jesus Movement in California to planting communities of faith in the Galilee. 
Through decades of ministry among Israeli Jews and returning immigrants, Eitan has carried a consistent call: to embody the spirit of Elijah by turning hearts, building bridges, and preparing the way for the Messiah.
He shares the story behind Tents of Mercy, reflects on the struggles and beauty of Aliyah, and casts a vision for unity between Jewish and Arab believers within Israel. With humility and hope, Eitan calls the global Church to recognize its connection to Israel - not as charity, but as family.
Key Takeaways
Aliyah is Biblical and Now: Jewish return to the land isn’t political - it’s prophetic.
From Revolution to Restoration: Eitan’s early years in the Jesus Movement sparked a lifelong mission rooted in Scripture and Spirit.
Unity in Diversity: True reconciliation in Israel means standing with both Jewish and Arab believers, without compromise.
The Spirit of Elijah: God is turning the hearts of the fathers to the children, and the hearts of the children to the fathers - across generations and nations.
Beyond the Headlines: The real story of Israel isn’t found in the news - it’s found in the hearts of those living out God’s promises daily.
Chapter Markers
- 00:00 – Intro + Who is Eitan Shishkoff?- 01:40 – From Jesus Movement to Israel- 05:20 – The early Messianic vision in the Land- 08:15 – Planting Tents of Mercy in the Galilee- 11:30 – Aliyah, integration, and spiritual shepherding- 14:00 – The challenge of unity between Jewish and Arab believers- 17:45 – God’s promises for His people today- 20:10 – The prophetic role of the Church in this season- 23:30 – Israel as family, not project- 26:00 – How to pray and stand with Israel now
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