SERMONS & VIDEOS BY DAVID WILBER
Sin Sacrifices: A Question That “Topples” Torah Observance?
Messianic Jews and other Pronomian (Pro-Law) Christians believe that the Law of Moses is a vital part of our faith practice. However, not everyone agrees with this perspective. One prominent critic of this theology claims to have devised a single yes or no question that “topples” what he calls "Torahism," by which he means the biblical doctrine that the Law of Moses remains in effect. In this video, we consider this question. (Spoiler alert: Messianic Jews and Pronomian Christians won't be chowing down on pork bacon anytime soon.)
Until Heaven & Earth Pass Away, the Law of Moses Will Stay (Matthew 5:18)
Did Jesus bring the Law of Moses to an end, or did he want his followers to obey it? As we learned in our previous video, Jesus makes it clear in Matthew 5:17 that he did not come to invalidate the Law’s authority but rather came to teach and demonstrate the correct way to obey it. This statement alone is sufficient to dismiss any claims that Jesus did away with the Law. But he doesn’t stop there. In Matthew 5:18, he goes on to declare that the whole Torah will remain as long as heaven and earth exist. In other words, it will not be going away any time soon. In this video, we will delve into the significance of Jesus’s statement that nothing will pass from the Law “until heaven and earth pass away” and “until all is accomplished.”
Pro-Torah Scholarship and First-Century Meal Customs (Interview w/ Caleb Hegg)
Join me as I sit down with Caleb Hegg from TorahResource to discuss the important work TorahResource is doing to offer solid, pro-Torah scholarship for the Body of Messiah. We also explore the fascinating world of Greco-Roman meal customs and how this historical context can bring new understanding to New Testament passages about communal meals in the early church.
Rabbi Tovia Singer is Wrong About Paul's Position on the Law of Moses
In a recent video, Rabbi Tovia Singer argues that Paul detested the Law of Moses and taught that Christians don’t need to keep it. However, Rabbi Singer’s objection relies on an outdated, antinomian reading of Paul, which does not accurately reflect the true Paul depicted in the Pauline epistles and Acts. In this video, we address Rabbi Singer’s claims and clarify Paul’s stance on the Law of Moses.
Malachi: Remember the Law of Moses
What is the "major message" of the Book of Malachi? What does Malachi teach us about the Messiah?
What it Means to Fulfill the Law of Moses (Matthew 5:17)
What did Jesus teach about the Law of Moses? Did he say that he came to bring it to an end, or did he want his followers to obey it? Matthew 5:17-20 is a key passage that speaks to this question. In this video, we focus on verse 17, where Jesus says, “Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I have not come to abolish them but to fulfill them.” We explore what Jesus meant by the terms “abolish” and “fulfill.”
Zechariah: YHWH Has Remembered
What is the "major message" of the Book of Zechariah? What does Zechariah teach us about the Messiah?
"Do Not Resist the Evildoer"? (Matthew 5:38-42)
How should believers respond when someone wrongs us? In Matthew 5:38-42, Yeshua offers a surprising answer to that question. He references the “eye for an eye” principle found in the Torah, and then proceeds to explain how he expects his followers to respond when they are slapped, sued, and mistreated.
The End of All Mankind (Ecclesiastes 7:1-6)
Ecclesiastes 7:1-6 gives several proverbs highlighting the “better” way to live in light of the reality of death. In this teaching, we examine these proverbs, and we explore how their wisdom applies today.
Confirm Your Calling: The Danger of False Teachers (2 Peter 2:10b-22)
We continue our verse-by-verse study through 2 Peter. In this teaching, we cover 2 Peter 2:10b-22 and discuss Peter’s warning about false teachers.
Setting the Record Straight: Paul and the Law of Moses (Acts 21:17-26)
Did the apostle Paul teach believers to abandon the Law of Moses? In Acts 21:17-26, there was a popular rumor going around that he did. In this video, we look at how Paul sets the record straight regarding his position on the Torah.
How Jesus Fulfilled the Law of Moses (Matthew 5:17-20)
What did Jesus mean when he said that he came to "fulfill" the Law of Moses? How did Jesus expect his followers to relate to the commandments and surpass the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees? In this sermon, David Wilber explores Matthew 5:17-20 and Jesus’s explanation of his mission in relation to the Torah.
Why and How to Celebrate Shavuot / Pentecost as Christians
This was my teaching for the 2023 Shavuot / Pentecost conference put on by Rise on Fire Ministries. In this teaching, we discuss why Shavuot matters to Christians, how it points to the Gospel and the Great Commission, and practical ways to celebrate Shavuot today.
Faith and Works: Do James and Paul Disagree on Justification?
Are James and Paul at odds in their teachings on faith, works, and justification? Many argue that they are. Notably, Martin Luther, the prominent Reformer, believed that James’s epistle contradicts Paul's teachings, and therefore he doubted its authenticity. But is there a way to reconcile the apparent contradiction between these two writers?
David Wilber's 2024 Valedictorian Speech
I was honored to be selected as the Valedictorian of my graduating class at Charlotte Christian College and Theological Seminary. At the graduation ceremony, I had the opportunity to deliver a short speech. In my address, I discussed Psalm 1 and emphasized the true happiness ("blessedness") that comes from diligently studying the Word.
Haggai: Get Your Priorities Straight (Minor Prophets, Major Messages)
What is the "major message" of the Book of Haggai? What does Haggai teach us about the Messiah?
The Messiah’s Name in Hebrew
How do we know for a fact that the Messiah’s name in Hebrew is “Yeshua”? How do we know for a fact that modern versions of the name that are popular on the internet (Yahusha, Yahshua, Yahushua, etc.) are inaccurate? One establishes these facts by simply looking at the way the name appears in the Hebrew and Greek texts of the Bible.
Do Modern Bible Versions Intentionally Mistranslate 1 Timothy 6:19?
The YouTube channel “abide in the Word” has recently made a video claiming that modern Bible versions (NIV, ESV, NASB, etc.) have “willfully, flagrantly, knowingly adulterated the word of God” through their translation of 1 Timothy 6:19. Is that true, or has the creator of this video missed something? We explore this question in this short video.
Passover and the Gospel: Why and How to Celebrate Passover / Unleavened Bread as Christians
In this teaching, we discuss why Passover matters to Christians, how it tells the story of the Gospel, and practical ways to celebrate Passover today.
Does Matthew 22:23-33 prove that the Book of Enoch is Scripture?
Did the Messiah consider the Book of Enoch to be "Scripture"? Adam Fink from Parable of the Vineyard says yes. Adam claims that Yeshua uses the Book of Enoch in Matthew 22:23-33 when he corrects the Sadducees regarding the resurrection, directly referencing it as "Scripture." In this short video, we examine this passage to see if it supports Adam’s claim.