Many Christians struggle to make sense of the Old Testament, or quietly wonder if it still matters. Many Jewish people have never seriously considered Jesus. But what if the two parts of the story were never meant to be separated? Hosted by Jewish followers of Jesus, Matt and Ron Davis, this podcast connects the Hebrew Scriptures with the hope of Messiah found in the New Testament. We tell the story of Israel and help Israel tell her story. God made a promise. God keeps His promises. He’s no ...
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Roger Dooley is the author of Brainfluence: 100 Ways to Persuade and Convince Consumers with Neuromarketing, and has been studying the effects of psychology, behavior research, and neuroscience on persuasion and marketing in business, leadership and everyday life. In every episode, Roger shares brain-oriented tactics, along with the expertise of his guests, to increase persuasion with concrete, research-based neuromarketing advice. Guests include best-selling authors and thought leaders like ...
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Can I Critique Israel's Government and Not Be Antisemitic?
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48:34Can you question what Israel’s government is doing and still stand with Israel in a biblical way? Many Christians feel trapped between blind support on one side and hostility on the other. In a noisy moment filled with slogans and hot takes, the conversation needs more covenant, not less. In this episode we step back into the big story of Scripture…
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How To Make People Buy with Thomas Zoega Ramsoy - Brainfluence
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32:44In this episode of Brainfluence, Roger Dooley is joined by Thomas Ramsoy, CEO and founder of Neurons, to discuss the evolving fields of neuromarketing and consumer neuroscience. Thomas Ramsoy shares insights from his book, "How to Make People Buy," which delves into the science behind what drives consumer behavior—emphasizing that genuine engagemen…
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Are the Jewish People of Today the Jewish People of the Bible? (featuring Mottel Baleston)
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51:01There’s a rising chorus of voices - some hostile, others simply misinformed - claiming that modern Jews aren’t the same people God called His own in Scripture. In this episode, we sit down with Messianic teacher Mottel Baleston to dismantle the Khazar conspiracy and explore the deeper theological question behind it: Are the Jewish people of today t…
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Why Is Israel Back in the Land if They Don't Believe? (featuring Stephen Briggs)
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54:57Why would God restore Israel to the Land if they don’t believe in Jesus? That’s the question many Christians wrestle with - and the one Ezekiel 36 answers head-on. In this wide-ranging conversation with filmmaker and Bible teacher Stephen Briggs of Hatikva Films, we explore the prophetic timeline of Israel’s restoration, the continuity of God’s cov…
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Will "All Israel" Be Saved? (featuring Dr. Michael Brown)
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47:36Why 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 Go…
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Still Chosen: Has One Verse Erased God's Covenant?
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41:57For 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 Galatia…
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Transformed by the Messiah (featuring Rabbi Jason Sobel)
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59:34The 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 discon…
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Bearing Witness to the October 7 Massacre (featuring Justin Kron & David Boskey)
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49:16When 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, …
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Hebrew: The Language That Refused to Die (featuring Melissa Briggs)
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56:26We 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 wo…
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Still Chosen: How Paul Welcomes the Nations Without Erasing The Jews
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37:35Galatians 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 …
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Still Chosen: Did God Make an Unconditional Covenant With Abraham?
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38:41The 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 G…
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Still Chosen: Why Are So Many Christians Confused About Israel Right Now?
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38:04For 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 th…
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Building Friendship With the Jewish People (featuring Chris Byberg)
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38:04What 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 Jewis…
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The Heart of a Shepherd: Aliyah, Unity & The Spirit of Elijah (featuring Eitan Shishkoff)
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1:05:32What 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 c…
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Why Zionism Is Biblical, Not Political (featuring Dan Eshed)
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37:41What’s it like to live on the frontlines of biblical prophecy and modern warfare? In this gripping conversation, we are joined by Dan Eshed, a third-generation Israeli and IDF soldier who shares firsthand what life is like just an hour from Gaza. From serving in Gaza and Lebanon to navigating the heartbreak of hostages, Dan reveals the deeply human…
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The Ministry of Diapers: Knitting Together the Body in Israel (featuring Joshua Roberts)
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55:30What if ministry looked like backpacks and diapers instead of pulpits and programs? In this conversation with Josh Roberts of Qashar Ministries, we explore the simple but powerful ways God is blessing the Jewish people in Israel through small, faithful acts of love. Josh shares the story of Qashar’s work in empowering Messianic believers on the gro…
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From Black and White to Technicolor: Rediscovering the Bible's Jewish Roots (featuring David Mack)
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32:32What if you’ve been reading the Bible in black and white… when it was meant to be in technicolor? David Mack, founder of BLAC Ministries (Biblical Learning and Application Community), joins Matt and Ron to share how discovering the Jewishness of Jesus transformed his walk and his teaching. From a life-changing encounter with Arnold Fruchtenbaum to …
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The Importance of Jerusalem (featuring Amir Mor)
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46:56Jerusalem isn’t just a city - it’s the heartbeat of history. In this episode, recorded on the eve of Jerusalem Day, Amir Mor, a seasoned tour guide and native Israeli, walks us through the story of Jerusalem like few can. From King David’s capital to Montefiore’s daring vision, from the Six-Day War to October 7th, Amir shares not only the triumphs …
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Through the Eyes of a Watchman (featuring William Koenig)
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46:52From White House briefings to the streets of Jerusalem, William Koenig has seen prophecy and politics collide. In this episode, he shares a front-row account of how world leaders unknowingly advance biblical timelines, the media’s war on Israel, and the spiritual battle shaping public opinion. It’s a sweeping journey - spanning history, geopolitics…
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From Lebanese Militia Fighter to Israeli Pastor (featuring Pierre Altuna)
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41:57What happens when a boy grows up in the crossfire of Lebanon’s civil war, trains in Israel’s military camps, and survives a bomb blast by a miracle? Pastor Pierre Altuna’s life is a mix of danger, loss, and unexpected grace. From being kidnapped by the PLO to fighting Hezbollah, his story is filled with moments where death seemed certain - until Go…
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One New Man in a Divided Europe (featuring Sebastiaan van Wessem)
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39:22What happens when a Dutch pastor encounters the living heartbeat of Jerusalem? Sebastiaan van Wessem shares his journey from a seminary-trained, Western lens to a Bible interpreted through first-century Jewish eyes. From his first trip to Israel to the relaunch of KNGDM Alliance - with Jerusalem at its center - Sebastiaan has been on a mission to u…
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An Arab-Israeli Pastor Reaching Israel: The Gospel from Nazareth (featuring Rev. Dr. Saleem Shalash)
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52:20He once burned with hatred for Israel. Now, he’s rebuilding bridges from Nazareth to Jerusalem, from Arabs to Jews, and from division to divine reconciliation. In this riveting episode, Dr. Rev. Saleem Shalash shares his extraordinary journey - raised as a Catholic Arab in Israel, hardened by bitterness, and unexpectedly wrecked by grace. A tragic …
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Jesus Was Not a Christian (featuring Scott Volk)
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58:49Jesus wasn’t a Christian. He was a Jew. That truth alone is enough to unravel centuries of misunderstanding - and stir up the spiritual resistance of our age. In this powerful episode, Scott Volk shares his deeply personal journey from being an "ignorant Jewish pastor" to leading a global ministry that blesses both Jews and Arabs in the name of Yes…
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Is Israel Starving the Palestinians? (featuring Yair Pinto)
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41:18Is Israel Starving Palestinians? A Firsthand Report from the Border There’s a growing claim in the global media that Israel is blocking food and aid from reaching Palestinians in Gaza. But what’s actually happening on the ground? In this episode, we’re joined by Yair Pinto, an Israeli believer, IDF reservist, and voice on TBN Israel. Yair recently …
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From the Bomb Shelter Capital of the World (featuring Michael Beener)
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41:16On October 7, 2023, the city of Sderot became one of the first places Hamas unleashed its brutal assault. But right there - in a city riddled with bullet holes, bomb shelters on every corner, and stories of terrorized children - there’s something unexpected: life. In this gripping and emotional episode, we sit down with Pastor Michael, leader of Ci…
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The Massacre In Syria No One's Talking About (featuring Mansor Ashkar)
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40:26While global attention remains locked on Gaza, another atrocity is unfolding across the border in Syria - and almost no one is talking about it. In this episode of The Jewish Road Podcast, Matt and Ron Davis speak with Mansor Ashkar, a prominent Israeli Druze leader, to expose the silent ethnic cleansing of the Druze people by radical Sunni faction…
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Tasting Prophecy (featuring Daniel & Alana Elliott)
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54:46What happens when Christians fall in love with Israel - not just the idea, but the land, the people, and yes...the wine? In this episode, Matt and Ron welcome Daniel and Alana Elliott, founders of Israeli Good Wine, to tell a story that starts in the rocky hills of Samaria and ends with something far deeper than just a good vintage. You’ll hear how…
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Faith Under Fire (featuring Chaim Malespin)
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34:10We sat down at the Sea of Galilee with an Israeli special forces commander just hours after he returned from the front lines in Gaza. What followed wasn’t just a conversation - it was a collision of war, faith, and the kingdom of God. In this powerful and emotional episode, we talk about everything from blowing up terror tunnels and rescuing hostag…
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An Iranian Christian View of the Iran-Israel Conflict (featuring Shah Afshar)
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37:33What happens when a Muslim from Iran meets Jesus in America - then watches his homeland go to war with Israel? Shah Afshar was born and raised in Iran, shaped by a shame-based culture, a devout Muslim family, and the pressure to uphold family honor. But everything changed when he encountered a group of joyful American college students and heard the…
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Is This the Spark? - Iran, Nukes, and the End of Negotiation
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21:37The ground is shaking beneath Israel. And most of the world isn’t paying attention. Fresh off a 17-day trip through the land - along war-torn borders and ancient prophetic fault lines - we return with a warning: something is building. The people are exhausted. The hostages are still missing. Iran is preparing for war. And while embassies evacuate, …
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In this episode of Brainfluence, host Roger Dooley welcomes back Matt Dixon, founding partner of DCM Insights and co-author of the bestselling "The Challenger Sale." Dixon shares insights from his latest book, The Activator Advantage: What Today's Rainmakers Do Differently, which is rooted in groundbreaking research on how top professionals win and…
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Audacious with Mark Schaefer: How Humans Win in an AI World
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32:57Brainfluence host Roger Dooley sits down with marketing thought leader and bestselling author Mark Schaefer, who returns to the show with insights from his latest book, Audacious. Mark shares his unique approach to writing—how each of his books is inspired by real problems facing marketers—and discusses the existential challenges and opportunities …
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Why Didn't His Brothers Recognize Him? - The Story of Joseph, Through Jewish Eyes
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43:38Joseph was thrown into a pit. Sold into slavery. Locked in prison. But God had a plan - a plan bigger than anyone could see. A plan that would save his people. Sound familiar? Joseph isn’t just a historical figure - he’s a foreshadowing of the Messiah. From his betrayal by his own brothers to his rise to power in Egypt, every detail points to somet…
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Silence Feeds Evil - The Story That Keeps Repeating
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39:49Silence has never stopped evil - it only fuels it. We've seen it before. Nazi Germany. 9/11. Tehran, 1979. And now, once again, the world is looking away. As thousands are slaughtered in Syria, as anti-Semitism spreads like wildfire, and as Israel faces existential threats, the silence is deafening. In this episode, we unpack the ancient and modern…
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IDF Soldiers Speak Out - Why They Left Everything to Fight for Israel (featuring Max Long & Noy Leyb)
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31:32They had jobs. They had plans. Then October 7th happened. Two IDF soldiers left their comfortable lives to fight for Israel. Now, they’re walking through NRB wearing shirts that say, “I'm an IDF Soldier who fought in Gaza. Ask me anything.” And the world needs to hear their answers. This isn’t just a war in Israel - it’s a war of truth. Hamas hides…
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It's Not Just Political - Why the War for Israel Is Spiritual (featuring Moshe)
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34:05Israel is exhausted. The war has stretched on for 15 months. The weight of it - physically, emotionally, spiritually - is crushing. And yet, as the world watches, the narratives surrounding Israel are being twisted beyond recognition. Lies, conspiracies, and political maneuvers flood the headlines, and the church is left asking: What is actually ha…
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iMotions, Affectiva and Neuromarketing with Peter Hartzbech
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29:56This episode features Peter Hartzbech of iMotions, who discusses the company's biosensor software platform for studying human behavior. Key points: iMotions provides a software platform that uses biosensors like eye tracking, galvanic skin response, EEG, voice analysis, and facial expression analysis to study human behavior in both academic and com…
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Why Silence in the Church Is Dangerous for Israel - and Gospel (featuring Moshe)
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32:20There’s a growing question in our culture - why should we care about Israel? The answer is bigger than politics, bigger than history. It’s biblical. Since October 7th, the conversation has changed. The battle isn’t just on the ground - it’s in the media, in our churches, and in the hearts of believers. Anti-Zionism is on the rise, and many don’t ev…
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The War You Don't See - How the Media Is Fueling a Lie (featuring Mati Shoshani)
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33:18The War You See… and the War You Don’t Life in Israel is a paradox - cafés are full, but the weight of war is everywhere. Soldiers are in and out of battle. Families grieve. The fate of hostages hangs in the balance. But beyond the physical war, there’s a media war - and right now, truth is losing. In this episode, we sit down with Mati Shoshani, a…
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Bring Them Home or End the War? - Why Israel''s Answer Is Both
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21:17Welcome back to Season 7 of The Jewish Road Podcast! If you’ve ever watched Fiddler on the Roof, you know the classic scene - Tevye, the village milkman, listens to two men argue, nods at the first and says, “You’re right.” Then he hears the other side and says, “You’re right.” A bystander protests, “They can’t both be right!” And Tevye, caught in …
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Cruise Industry Insider: Making Waves with Lisa Lutoff-Perlo
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27:45In the latest episode of the Brainfluence podcast, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Lisa Lutoff-Perlo, then Vice Chairman of External Affairs at Royal Caribbean Group and former CEO of Celebrity Cruises. Since then, Lutoff-Perlo became Chairwoman of the Board of the Hornblower Group and serves on the Board of Directors for AutoNation, AHC Gr…
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In our final episode of 2024, we reflect on the historical, biblical, and prophetic significance of Hanukkah - the Festival of Lights. Together, we explore the story of the Maccabean Revolt, the rededication of the temple, and how God’s faithfulness preserved the Jewish people so the Messiah could come. We also uncover the deeper meaning of Hanukka…
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God With Us: Immanuel, Ezekiel, and the Presence of the Lord
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32:48In this episode of The Jewish Road Podcast, we dive into the book of Ezekiel to explore a recurring and profound theme: God's desire to be known. From the judgment and restoration of Israel to the millennial kingdom, the presence and glory of God are woven throughout Ezekiel’s prophecies. We unpack how God’s glory, which once departed from the temp…
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The Fall of Bashar al-Assad: A Turning Point in Syria and the Middle East
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29:15The Assad regime in Syria has fallen after decades of brutal rule, leaving the region and the world watching closely. What does this mean for Israel, for the Middle East, and for God’s timeline? In this episode of The Jewish Road Podcast, we explore the implications of this seismic shift. From Iran’s crumbling “Shiite corridor” to Israel’s strategi…
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Marshall Goldsmith's AI Legacy: Free MarshallBot for Better Leadership Globally
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31:00Join world-renowned executive coach Marshall Goldsmith as he explores his groundbreaking AI venture - MarshallBot. After decades of coaching Fortune 500 CEOs and writing 40 bestselling books, Goldsmith is now democratizing his leadership wisdom through an AI that thinks and responds just like him. In this fascinating conversation, he shares insight…
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Who’s Really Pulling the Strings in the Middle East? The Middle East is a puppet show of chaos, with Houthis, Hamas, and Hezbollah commanding attention. But these groups are just the actors - who’s the puppet master behind it all? In this episode, we take you behind the scenes to explore the power dynamics at play. Iran stands as the director of th…
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Can a Hoodie Change the World? What if your clothing could spark a conversation, stand against hate, and support the Jewish people? This episode dives into our newest project: Jewish Road Gear. It’s more than shirts and hoodies - it’s a way to wear your voice, stand for truth, and be a blessing to Israel. We unpack the inspiration behind our design…
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What You Think About Israelis Might Change (featuring Moshe & Sasha)
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42:45What You Think About Israelis Might Change Israelis are often painted as aggressors - heartless warmongers driving their enemies from the land. But what if that narrative is missing the humanity of their story? In this episode, we sit down with new friends Moshe and Sasha, who share what life really looks like in the middle of the chaos. Imagine be…
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How is it that today’s church can read a Bible rooted in Israel, focused on a Jewish Messiah, and authored by Jewish voices, yet somehow feel disconnected from the Jewish story? Have we really allowed the narrative of God's chosen people to end 2,000 years ago, when in reality, it’s just getting good? In this episode, "How Does A Church Stand With …
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Episode Description Episode 113: "Don't Sit This One Out: Stand Like Esther with Your Vote" With division on every front, some believers are stepping back, declaring "Jesus 2024: Our Only Hope." While it's a powerful reminder to keep our eyes on Him, it’s simply not enough to watch from the sidelines. Our faith calls us to be active, engaged, and r…
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