SERMONS & VIDEOS BY DAVID WILBER
The Book of Enoch Says Enoch is the Messiah
In recent years, the Book of Enoch (also known as 1 Enoch) has become increasingly popular among some Christians, with many arguing that it should be regarded as inspired Scripture. While there are several reasons to reject that conclusion, one of the most significant is that the book contradicts Scripture regarding the identity of the Messiah. Indeed, the Book of Parables (1 Enoch 37–71), particularly 1 Enoch 71:14, identifies Enoch himself as the exalted Son of Man. This video presents the evidence for this reading of the text and addresses the objections commonly raised against it.
The Truth About the Lost Book of Jasher
The Bible mentions several books that have been lost to history. One of these is the Book of Jasher, meaning “one who is upright.” Over the centuries, this book has sparked much curiosity. Some today even argue that it has been rediscovered and ought to be included in the Bible. This video explores what we know about the Book of Jasher and evaluates claims that it has been rediscovered.
Timothy Alberino is Wrong about the Son of Man in the Book of Enoch
Timothy Alberino claims that the “Son of Man” passages in the Book of Enoch are prophecies about Jesus and takes this as proof that the Book of Enoch is divinely inspired. However, there is a major problem with that idea: the Book of Enoch explicitly identifies Enoch himself—not Jesus—as the Son of Man, which directly contradicts the New Testament.
Sean Griffin is Wrong About the Book of Jubilees
Recently, I made a 15-minute video where I gave an overview of the Book of Jubilees and explained why Jews and Christians have never considered it Scripture. Sean Griffin did not like this video and made a three-hour response to it. This is my response to his response. (Don't worry—it is much shorter than Sean's.)
The Truth About the Book of Jubilees
Jubilees is a fascinating book that provides a window into the world of Second Temple Judaism. However, instead of appreciating it for what it is, a few teachers on the Internet exaggerate its significance and consider it to be inspired Scripture. This video provides an overview of the book of Jubilees and explains why it is not Scripture.
R. H. Charles mistranslated 1 Enoch 71:14
There is confusion concerning the identity of the "Son of Man" figure in 1 Enoch 71:14. The Ethiopic text identifies this figure as Enoch, but the R. H. Charles translation reads differently because he purposely mistranslated it—which he admits!
The Truth About the Book of Enoch
I was blessed to speak with Pastor Matthew Vander Els of Founded in Truth Ministries regarding the book of Enoch. What was the significance of these writings to the early New Testament believers as well as to us today?
Why the Book of Enoch is NOT Inspired Scripture
Should 1 Enoch be considered inspired Scripture—on the same level as the biblical books of Daniel or Jeremiah?
DEBATE: Is 1 Enoch Inspired Scripture? - David Wilber vs. Sean Griffin
Should 1 Enoch be considered inspired Scripture—on the same level as the biblical books of Daniel or Jeremiah? David Wilber and Sean Griffin have a friendly debate concerning this question.