Many today treat Judaism and Christianity as completely separate religions. Yet the reality is that they share a central truth: there is one God and His Messiah is of the Jews. This deep yet accessible volume examines the historical prophecies and claims about Messiah. It offers compelling evidence that Jesus of Nazareth fulfills the qualifications foretold in the Jewish Scriptures. Join Dr. William Varner as your guide in this captivating look at Jesus the Jewish Messiah.
320 pages.
Contents:
PART I: INTRODUCING THE MESSIAH
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Chapter 1 - Holy Heartburn
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Chapter 2 - What Is a “Messiah”?
PART II: THE FIRST TESTAMENT
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Chapter 3 - Prophet, Priest, and King
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Chapter 4 - Seed of the Woman
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Chapter 5 - My Three Sons
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Chapter 6 - The Seed of Abraham
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Chapter 7 - The Lion of the Tribe of Judah
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Chapter 8 - The Star and the Scepter
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Chapter 9 - Moses and the Messiah
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Chapter 10 - Ruth and the Messiah
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Chapter 11 - The Father and His Son
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Chapter 12 - About Whom Does David Speak?
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Chapter 13 - David’s Lord at Yahweh’s Right Hand
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Chapter 14 - Messiah’s Beloved
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Chapter 15 - Of Whom Does the Prophet Speak?
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Chapter 16 - Messiah’s Death
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Chapter 17 - A Pierced God
PART III: BETWEEN THE TESTAMENTS
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Chapter 18 - The Coming of Two Kings
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Chapter 19 - The Men of Qumran and the Messiah: Discovery of the Scrolls
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Chapter 20 - Messianic Ideas and the Messiah
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Chapter 21 - Herod the Great: Messiah’s Rival?
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Chapter 22 - Josephus: Jewish War Correspondent
PART IV: THE SECOND TESTAMENT
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Chapter 23 - The Mythology of the Magi: A Fresh Look at the Wise Men and the Star
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Chapter 24 - The Messiah of the Common People
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Chapter 25 - The Messiah Comes Home
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Chapter 26 - Sharecroppers and the Son of God: The Parable of the Wicked Husbandmen
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Chapter 27 - The Man with the Answers
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Chapter 28 - Trouble in the Temple
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Chapter 29 - Messiah the Son of God
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Chapter 30 - Melchizedek and the Messiah
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Chapter 31 - Messiah and Yom Kippur
PART V: JESUS AND THE JEWISH PEOPLE
- Chapter 32 - Jesus in the Rabbis’ Writings
- Chapter 33 - When Is a Jew not a Jew?: Messianic Trends in Israel
- Chapter 34 - Should Jews Believe in Jesus?
- Chapter 35 - Will the Real Messiah Please Stand Up?
"In this book, Will Varner has opened the Scripture to provide a readable and clarifying look at Jesus, the Messiah of Israel and the Savior of the world. Jesus once asked his disciples, “Who do men say that I am?” (Mark 8:27). That is still the most urgent question: Who is this Jesus? You will find the answer powerfully and convincingly provided in this outstanding book."
John MacArthur, former Pastor of Grace Community Church and President of the Master’s University and Seminary
"In Jesus the Jewish Messiah, Dr. Varner combines careful exposition with understandable language to explain how the prophets foretold the Messiah and the way Jesus of Nazareth fulfilled their predictions. This excellent book will help confirm your faith in the Lord Jesus and enhance your appreciation of the supernatural character of God’s Word, the Bible. Read it and keep it nearby as a resource you can use again and again."
Dr. Michael Rydelnik, Professor Emeritus of Jewish Studies and Bible, Moody Bible Institute, Bible Teacher/Host, Moody Radio
"In Jesus the Jewish Messiah, William Varner unfolds the story of Scripture with clarity and conviction, showing how every promise finds its fulfillment in Jesus. Rich in biblical insight yet written with accessibility, this book will strengthen the faith of believers and invite seekers to consider the Messiah afresh. It is both scholarly and devotional, a resource that points the mind to truth and the heart to worship."
Jacy Armbruster, Pastor, CC Eastside, Bellevue, WA
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