First Century Christianity

05/31/2026

Did Michael Heiser accidentally inspire cult-like behavior around his work? This video explores how readers of The Unseen Realm can ignore an author’s own words, especially around the divine council and the controversial idea of a Hebrew pantheon. It also explains the halo effect—why people overtrust voices they admire—and why clear thinking matters in theology, scholarship, and everyday life.

05/30/2026

Here's a written article about the basics of keeping the Sabbath. There's a pdf that should work well for every device partway down the page.

A basic and easy-to-understand overview of Sabbath keeping basics with relevant scripture references to help Christians keep the Sabbath.

05/30/2026

In Acts 2, most people focus on the miracle of languages and the outpouring of the Holy Spirit. But there is another miracle in this chapter that is often missed: when Peter confronts the crowd with their guilt in the death of Messiah, they do not deny it—they ask, “What shall we do?” This message explores the power of conviction, repentance, and a contrite heart, and why humility before God is essential for entering His kingdom through Yeshua the Messiah. A sober and encouraging reflection on sin, repentance, grace, and the mercy of God.

05/28/2026

n this video, I explain why “Christ” is not Jesus’ last name, but a title meaning “anointed one” or Messiah. Using a simple and memorable example from The Princess Bride, I break down the meaning of the word Christ, its connection to the Hebrew idea of Messiah, and why Yeshua (Jesus) is called the Christ.
I also touch on how the concept of anointing appears in Scripture, how others in biblical history were also “anointed” for God’s purposes, and why Yeshua is uniquely the ultimate Messiah.
If you’ve ever wondered what Jesus Christ really means, this short teaching is for you.

05/27/2026

Does the Bible Condemn Racism? Acts 2, Pentecost, and the Truth About Unity in Christ.
Is racism compatible with the Bible? In this video, we look at Acts 2, the day of Pentecost, the mixed multitude, and the message of Scripture to show that the Bible does not support racism—it condemns division and points all people to unity in Yeshua. This teaching explores Pentecost, Exodus, Jew and Gentile, and how God’s Word goes out to all nations and languages.

05/26/2026

Did you know the day of Pentecost in Acts 2 was already a biblical holy day long before the events of the New Testament? In this video, I explain how Pentecost connects to the Feast of Weeks in Leviticus 23, why the apostles were gathered together, and how this changes our understanding of Acts 2, Torah, and the outpouring of the Holy Spirit.
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05/25/2026

Greetings on this Memorial Day in the US,

Brothers and sisters, today is they day the United States has set aside to remember those who have fallen in military service to our country. This is not limited to those who died in combat, but includes those who passed away while serving whether in peacetime or wartime. This observance began after the Civil War and became a national holiday in the 1970s.

The Civil War was our deadliest war with 655,000 war dead including both sides. WWII comes in second with 405,000 dead. These numbers are incomprehensible to us today. The population of the US was 31 million in the Civil War and 139 million during WWII. Which means, back then, the cost was enormous and everybody was related to someone who died in service. Today, we need to use this time to reflect on the cost paid for our country. We enjoy the maximum religious liberty on earth and have the ability to worship how we are directed by the Holy Spirit in large part due to those who died in service of this land.

I want to make sure we remember the fallen from Vietnam, Iraq, Afghanistan, the Global War on Terror, and the current unnamed operations all over the globe. Many veterans are mourning the loss of the best friends they ever had today, men and women lost in battles they increasingly can’t remember why we were fighting. Remember those who died on the USS Fitzgerald and USS McCain, ships that were operating in peaceful waters but had collisions resulting in loss. Please say a prayer for the survivors, that Yahweh will send them comfort and a spirit of peace, knowing their friends did die for a cause greater than themselves, even if that cause was never realized. And realize these men and women who survived carry that loss with them every day of their lives.

In Yeshua,

Chris

05/25/2026

Pentecost Explained: Acts 2, Shavuot, the Holy Spirit, and the Meaning of Faith

05/24/2026

I'll be streaming our Pentecost services here (https://www.facebook.com/firstcenturychristianity) at 3pm central. To new followers and those who aren't familiar, what happened on Pentecost in the book of Acts is very compelling for those of us who believe in Yeshua (Jesus) and keep the commandments. Today would be a great day to join and get a deeper understanding of the faith once delivered. This is also a good option for the brethren across the world who may not have an assembly to fellowship on this high day.

05/24/2026

Shavuot, aka Pentecost, is the intersection if faith, works, and predestination on a global scale. The apostles remained obedient to Torah, God, and Jesus by keeping the day. They remained faithful and obedient to Jesus by sticking together for ten days, with 120 people gathered together. The people who witnessed the giving of the Spirit were also faithful and obedient believers, many having traveled from all over the world to keep Shavuot in Jerusalem. Each person right where God wanted them to be on this Holy Day so they could participate in the plan of salvation. The witnesses carrying news of these events back to their home synagogues all over the world, sewing seeds so when the apostles showed up, the field would be ready for the Gospel. All this shows the correct path is simple, keep the commandments of Yahweh and your faith in Yeshua and you, too, can be part of the plan of salvation! Have a blessed festival, brothers and sisters!