SERMONS & VIDEOS BY DAVID WILBER
Making Sense of the Conquest of Canaan
Did God command Israel to commit genocide? If God is loving and merciful, how should we understand his command to kill the Canaanites? In this message given at Messiah’s New Life Tabernacle in June of 2021, we try to make sense of the conquest of Canaan and answer some of the difficult questions about these biblical passages.
Can we reconcile the God of love with the God of wrath?
A popular TikTok influencer complains that God's love and his wrath are incompatible. Can we reconcile the God of love with the God of wrath? I share some thoughts in this short video.
Dan McClellan is wrong about Ezekiel 20:25-26
Dr. Dan McClellan thinks that Ezekiel 20:25-26 is proof that, at one time, the Torah commanded that children be sacrificed to Israel’s God. In this short video, I explain why he is wrong.
Life After Loss: Coping with Grief
Grieving the loss of a loved one is painful, but it is not hopeless. Although we never really “move on” when someone we love dies, we can be comforted and strengthened as we adjust to life after loss.
What Scripture Says About Same-Sex Relationships (An Interview with Dr. Michael Brown)
I had the honor of interviewing biblical scholar and author, Dr. Michael Brown, regarding what Scripture says about homosexual practice. In this interview, Dr. Brown makes the case that the Bible condemns homosexual practice and provides thoughtful responses to objections from modern critics.
Be Doers of the Word: Does James Affirm the Torah’s Validity?
In this teaching, I argue that James' command to "be doers of the word" is a direct command to obey Torah, including the aspects of Torah that many might label "ceremonial."
Dr. Jesper Svartvik on Hebrews 8:13
On this episode of Scholars on Scripture, we hear from Dr. Jesper Svartvik on Hebrews 8:13. Does this verse teach that the Torah and Old Testament are done away with? Or is there a better interpretation?
Dr. Paul Sloan on Matthew 5:17
On this episode of Scholars on Scripture, we hear from Dr. Paul Sloan regarding what Jesus meant when he said he came to fulfill the Law.
Speaking in Tongues Part 2: Have Tongues Ceased?
Has the gift of tongues ceased, or is it still relevant for today? We explore that question
Was Horus born on Christmas? Jim Staley and the value of verifying sources
Jim Staley's new documentary, December 25th on Trial, teaches us an important lesson about checking sources and presenting accurate information.
Speaking in Tongues Part 1: Human Languages or Ecstatic Utterances?
The subject of speaking in tongues is highly debated among believers today. What was Paul referring to in 1 Corinthians 14? Was it different than what happened in Acts 2? Is speaking in tongues referring to human languages? Ecstatic Utterances? Something else?
Dead to the Law? (Romans 7:1-6)
In this short video, we examine what Paul meant when he said that believers are “dead to the law.” Are interpreters like Andy Stanley correct in saying that the law has no say in the life of Christians?
Did Jesus Do Away With the Old Testament Law?
In this short video, we examine the popular claim that Jesus did away with the Old Testament Law. What did Jesus actually say about the Law’s ongoing relevance?
Why Apologetics Matters
Apologetics is about equipping believers with the knowledge, arguments, and evidence they need to be able to defend their faith. But apologetics isn’t just intellectual brain candy. It is also one of the ways we walk out our love for god and our neighbor.
Polygamy is a Sin: 3 Key Passages in the Torah Explained
Followers of the Messiah who adhere to the Bible's teachings on marriage and sexuality believe that marriage is a heterosexual, monogamous union. However, critics argue that the Old Testament does not condemn polygamy. Are they right? In this video, we examine three passages in the Torah that demonstrate the sinfulness of polygamy and address common objections from critics.
Making Sense of God’s Wrath
The Bible teaches us that we have a loving Creator. Yet we also see that God is vengeful and pours out his wrath upon those who deserve it. How do we reconcile God’s love with his wrath?
What Comes Out of Your Heart? (Mark 7:1-23)
In this live teaching on Mark 7:1-23, we delve into Yeshua's confrontation with the Pharisees regarding tradition, ritual purity, and what comes out of the heart. Additionally, we explore what Yeshua’s teaching in this passage might imply about the Torah’s dietary laws. Did Yeshua really abolish the distinction between clean and unclean food as many believe? Join us as we explore this and other issues in detail.
The Messiah's Preexistence and Divinity in Philippians 2:5-11
Does the Bible teach that Yeshua the Messiah is divine? Philippians 2:5-11 is a central text that speaks to this question. In this passage, Paul teaches that the Messiah existed as a divine figure prior to his human conception, bears the name YHWH, and is rightfully given the reverence and allegiance that belong to YHWH alone.
Confirm Your Calling: Christ’s Glory and the Prophetic Word (2 Peter 1:16-21)
We continue our verse-by-verse study through 2 Peter. In this teaching, we cover 2 Peter 1:16:21 and discuss the themes of Christ’s glory as well as the prophetic word.
The Sabbath is NOT a "Demonic Doctrine": Addressing Pastor Greg Locke's Antinomian Errors
Pastor Greg Locke recently preached a sermon in which he stated that God's command to observe the Sabbath is a "demonic doctrine." This is my response.
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