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 INTRODUCTION
TO THINGS MESSIANIC
Are you new to the Messianic movement? Do you have questions about
what the Messianic movement, lifestyle, and
theologies are all about? Do you need answers on
a wide variety of issues with some detailed
information? If these are the questions you have
been asking, then Introduction to Things
Messianic is a book that will definitely
benefit you.
Written to the new person investigating Messianic things,
Introduction to Things Messianic is a
compilation of articles that will inform the
inquirer on a wide array of Messianic topics
relevant to the current state and growth of our
movement, including:
• Is “the Church” truly a new group of elect?
• Is the Torah or Law of Moses really
relevant for Believers today?
• Who were the ancient Pharisees and what
did they believe?
• What is this “Two-House teaching” that I
hear so much about?
• Am I required to keep the Sabbath?
• What are the Biblical festivals?
• Am I required to eat kosher?
• Why do many Messianics use the proper name
of God?
• What do Messianics think about the
end-times?
• How do I properly grow in this new walk of
faith?
These questions, and many more, are discussed and detailed in
Introduction to Things Messianic. This book
builds on the foundational material in
Hebraic Roots: An Introductory Study in a
much more thorough way for those wanting an
in-depth view of these basic issues.
Introduction to Things Messianic can be used
for a single person or a group Bible study, as
study questions follow each chapter. It can also
be easily used along with the available lecture
series companion by author J.K. McKee.
 268 pages
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 THE
NEW TESTAMENT VALIDATES TORAH
Does the New Testament Really Do
Away With the Law?
The New Testament Validates Torah
is a study that all Messianic Believers need,
especially in the current season of considerable
growth and expansion in which our broad faith
community finds itself. On the whole, today’s
Messianic movement holds that the Torah or the
Law of Moses remains valid instruction for God’s
people, and that Yeshua the Messiah (Jesus
Christ) did not come to abolish or do away with
it (Matthew 5:17-19). Yet throughout much of
Christian history, many theologians have argued
that the Law has been rendered inoperative,
and/or that it was only to be followed by those
in the pre-resurrection era. Many Messianics are
incapable of responding to the common arguments
delivered by their Christian family members,
friends, acquaintances, or even various pastors
and teachers that they know, who quote
verses to them from the Apostolic Scriptures
(New Testament) which supposedly prove that the
Law has been “done away.”
Has Moses’ Teaching been
abolished? This
publication is a lengthy study that analyzes and
critically examines, in detail, a wide number of
New Testament passages that are commonly offered
as proof texts to claim that the Torah is not to
be followed by those in the post-resurrection
era. Statements such as not being “under the
Law” (Romans 6:14-15), “Christ is the end of the
Law” (Romans 10:4), “All things are lawful” (1
Corinthians 6:12), “abolishing…the Law of
commandments contained in ordinances”
(Ephesians 2:15), “having nailed it to the
cross” (Colossians 2:14), and many more, are
considered. Considerable attention is given to
the Greek source text of the Apostolic
Scriptures, and where translation errors into
English appear to have been made by various
modern versions. Cross-examination and
discussion with a wide number of commentators
have also been offered, as well as an exploration
of important subjects present within today’s
Biblical Studies.
The New Testament Validates Torah
is an important apologetic study that will
benefit Messianic Believers and evangelical
Christians alike.
There is literally
nothing in today's Messianic movement that
has compiled as much information on Torah
relevance for God's people into a single
book. Also, unlike some other publications
issued on the message of Torah relevance,
The New Testament Validates Torah
is highly respectful to Christian voices
over the centuries who have valued what they
have considered to be the "moral law" of the
Old Testament, and seeks to honor those who
have preceded us in the faith.
430 pages
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 TORAH
IN THE BALANCE,
VOLUME I
The Messianic movement largely advocates that the Torah or
Pentateuch is relevant instruction for Believers
today, and that modern Christianity has too
often ignored God’s revelation in the Tanach or
Old Testament—not benefiting from this
dismissal. Yet the subject of “Torah observance”
can often be a point of contention, not only
between the Messianic and Christian communities,
but even internally among Messianics. Why is
this the case? Do we have to be negative
about this? Is it possible that people
claiming to be Torah observant do not often know
why the Law of Moses is to instruct and teach
today’s Believers? Have some Messianics simply
lacked an appropriate perspective on how the
work of the Holy Spirit is to guide God’s people
into greater holiness and maturity, given the
promises of the New Covenant (Jeremiah 31:31-34;
Ezekiel 36:26-27)? How are we to balance how
following the Torah includes outward practices,
but also includes a greater manifestation of
God’s love and goodness to all we encounter?
Torah In the Balance, Volume I is a well needed resource for our time, as it addresses the main
aspects of how to follow God’s Torah. Subjects
addressed include: why Believers need the Torah,
the Acts 15 Jerusalem Council, the foundational
importance of the Ten Commandments, the role of
the appointed times, and the dietary laws. While
Messianic positions on these aspects of faith
can often clash with those of our Christian
brothers and sisters, they are considered in a
fair and reasonable way that encourages
positive solutions between all people who
have called out to Yeshua the Messiah (Jesus
Christ) for salvation. A large amount of
scholastic engagement and support is offered for
the validity of these aspects of faith on the
part of today’s Believers.
This book is an important addition to any Messianic library, and
should be read by those desiring not only a
comprehensive understanding regarding what the
Lord has started in this hour—but the
great
responsibility we have been endowed by Him.
With everything we have been called to do,
the transforming power of God’s love is
emphasized above all! This resource encourages
growth and maturity on the part of
all of
His people.
324 pages
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excerpts from Torah In the Balance, Volume I
(PDF)
 WHEN
WILL THE MESSIAH RETURN?
For almost two millennia, multiplied millions of Believers in
Yeshua the Messiah (Jesus Christ) have eagerly
anticipated His return. Many theories,
doctrines, and creeds have been produced
concerning the Second Coming, as well as an
entire score of books. In today’s world, many
Christians think that the Messiah can return at
any moment in an event called the
“pre-tribulation rapture.” Even among those who
do not believe in this imminent rapture are
those who still think that the final days of
humanity are upon us. Are they? Is everything in
place for the Messiah to return in the next
decade, or even in the next year? Or, is there
anything in the Scriptures that might be
overlooked, or is not being considered,
regarding the Messiah’s return?
Before Yeshua was taken into Heaven, the Apostles asked Him, “Lord,
is it at this time You are restoring the Kingdom
to Israel?” (Acts 1:6). The Apostles were
eagerly awaiting the Messiah to restore Israel,
and guide the world back to the fullness that
had once been experienced in the Garden of Eden.
But much work still had to be accomplished, as
Yeshua commissioned them to go out and make
disciples. That work still has not been
completed today, especially with the advent of
the modern-day Messianic movement.
A major part of the work that needs to be accomplished is that most
Believers in Yeshua do not understand who the
Lord is actually returning for. They consider
themselves part of a separate “Church,” often
with no connection to Israel. Because of this,
it is concluded that the Messiah can imminently
come for “the Church,” to leave Israel behind to
face the Tribulation and the antichrist. Is this
a valid teaching? Are Israel and “the Church”
separate entities? If they are not, how would
this change our perception of the end-times?
Furthermore, if a Believer is a part of the
Commonwealth of Israel (Ephesians 2:11-12), how
does it affect what we think will happen in the
Last Days and when the beast system will arise?
When Will the Messiah Return? is a unique book addressing the
end-times from a distinct Messianic perspective.
The Messiah tells us plainly that He will gather
the saints “immediately after the tribulation of
those days” (Matthew 24:29). Discussed are
common false understandings as they relate to
“the Church” being taken to Heaven for the
duration of the Tribulation period, and how
instead all Believers in Messiah Yeshua get to
participate in the end-time restoration of all
Israel.
246 pages
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ISBN-10:
0-9823754-3-3
ISBN-13:
978-0-9823754-3-3 |
© 2002, 2009 TNN Press
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 THE
DANGERS OF PRE-TRIBULATIONISM
The pre-tribulation rapture is an extremely
popular doctrine, which advocates that Yeshua
the Messiah (Jesus Christ) can unexpectedly come
at any moment for the saints, gathering them
into Heaven before the Tribulation period or
Seventieth Week of Israel. Pre-tribulationism
has sold many books, spawned numerous fiction
series and movies, and has created a large
financial market for prophecy materials. But in
spite of its popularity in much of today’s
evangelical Christianity, few question it. When
presented with alternative points of view such
as post-tribulationism, adherents of the popular
pre-tribulational position can sometimes take
strong offense, and they can be found to
outright ignore Biblical passages that appear to
contradict their position.
This report is an expanded edition of one of TNN
Online’s most controversial articles. It answers
the top reasons why people believe in the
pre-tribulation rapture from a Messianic post-tribulational
perspective. It considers whether or not various
pre-tribulationists have employed tactics of
fear and faithlessness, and whether or not their
ideology of escapism can be supported by a fair
reading of the Holy Scriptures. Are God’s people
able to be protected by Him--or not--during the
end-times? Specifically considered and responded
to are fifty reasons given in support of the
pre-tribulation rapture by former Dallas
Theological Seminary chancellor John F. Walvoord.
Above all, a fairness that is not always given
to post-tribulationists is demonstrated to pre-tribulationists.
128 pages
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ISBN-10:
098349519X
ISBN-13: 978-0-9834951-9-2 |
© 2003, 2011 TNN Press
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CONFRONTING CRITICAL ISSUES
An Analysis of Subjects that
Affects the Growth
and Stability of the Emerging
Messianic Movement
compiles a
variety of articles and analyses that directly
confront negative teachings and trends that have
been witnessed in the broad Messianic community
in the past decade
 John
Kimball McKee
is the founder and principal writer for TNN Online, an Internet
website that specializes in a wide variety of Biblical topics.
As a young man who has grown up in a family that has been in
constant pursuit of God’s truth, he has been exposed to things
of the Lord since infancy. Since 1995 he has come to the
realization of the post-tribulational return of the Messiah for
His own and the Hebraic origins of our faith. He is a graduate
of the
University
of Oklahoma (Class of 2003) with a B.A. in political
science, and holds an M.A. in Biblical Studies from
Asbury
Theological Seminary (Class of 2009).
He is a
2009 recipient of the Zondervan Biblical Languages Award for
Greek. John holds memberships in the
Evangelical Theological Society,
the
Evangelical Philosophical Society, and
Christians for Biblical Equality.
John is an apologist for the
Creator God and in helping people understand
their faith heritage in Ancient Israel and
Second Temple Judaism. Much of
his ministry has been campus based to the
multitudes in evangelical Christianity who are
associated with a wide variety of Protestant
denominations and persuasions. John has
introduced college students to things that are
Messianic such as the original Hebrew name of
our Savior, Yeshua HaMashiach (Jesus the
Messiah), a name that he has known since 1983.
John’s testimony before his
Christian friends at college challenged much of
their previous thinking about the whole of the
Holy Scriptures and the need to follow the
commandments of the Most High. His college peers
asked him many questions: Why do you not believe
in the pre-trib rapture? What do you think of
the Left Behind books? Why do you observe
the seventh-day Sabbath? Why do you eat kosher?
Why do you wear a beard? Why do you celebrate
the feasts of Israel? Why do you wear
tzit-tzits (fringes/tassels)? Why do you use
a tallit (prayer shawl) and wrap
tefillin/phylacteries? Why do you consult
original language texts of the Bible? Why don’t
you come to church with us on Sunday? This led
John into Messianic apologetics and the defense
of our faith. John strives to be a man after
God’s own heart, who has a testimony of being
born again and who diligently strives to obey
the Holy One of Israel.
As the editor of TNN Online,
John’s ministry has capitalized on the
Internet’s ability to reach people all over this
planet. TNN speaks with challenging,
provocative, and apologetic articles to a wide
Messianic audience, and those Christians who are
interested in Messianic beliefs. In the past
decade, TNN Online has emerged as a moderate and
Centrist voice in a Messianic movement that is
trying to determine its purpose, relevance, and
mission to modern society. John feels a strong
calling to assist in the development and
maturation of our emerging Messianic theology.
John has had the profound
opportunity since 1997 to engage many in
dialogue so that they will consider the
questions he postulates, as his only agenda is
to be as Scripturally sound as possible. Through
John’s writings and the outreach of TNN Online,
many have been exposed to the truths of the
post-tribulational return of the Messiah, the
validity of the Torah, and the reality of all
Israel being restored.
J.K. McKee is author of several
books, including:
The New Testament
Validates Torah,
Torah In the Balance,
Volume I,
When Will the Messiah
Return?, and
The Dangers
of Pre-Tribulationism. He
is co-author of
Hebraic Roots: An
Introductory Study with
Mark Huey. He has also written many articles on
theological issues,
is presently focusing on
Messianic commentaries
on various books of the Bible, and is also
continuing to add
Messianic FAQ entries
to an ever-expanding database.
J.K. McKee is a native of the
Northern Kentucky/Greater Cincinnati, OH area.
He has also lived in Dallas, TX, Norman, OK,
Kissimmee-St. Cloud, FL, and Roatán, Honduras,
Central America.
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