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First Fruits of Zion (FFOZ) is often described as a ministry that helps Christians reconnect with the Jewish roots of their faith—but are their teachings biblically sound? In this new video, we carefully examine their theology, focusing on the underlying hermeneutical framework and their elevation of Torah over Christ, and test it against Scripture. By engaging directly with their published materials and testing their claims against Scripture, we explain why their approach ultimately distorts the gospel and why Christian churches should exercise serious caution when considering their resources.

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00:00 Introduction
07:49 Examining First Principles
22:19 Interpreting the Gospels and the Epistles
38:16 Abolishing God?
46:08 Written on Our Hearts
59:44 Torah Made Flesh
01:16:05 Wrap it up, Solberg

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What begins as a sincere desire to understand the Jewish roots of the Christian faith can, in some cases, drift into something far more complicated. In this video, we explore the progression many believers experience as curiosity about the Torah slowly shifts from healthy study to imposed obligation.

By tracing common stages within Torahism (aka Hebrew Roots Movement, Torah-keeping, Torah-observant Christianity) we examine why this trajectory can lead to confusion, division, and a displacement of the gospel.

The video also offers practical guidance for thoughtfully and graciously engaging friends or family members who have embraced Torah observance, with an emphasis on patience, discernment, and keeping Christ at the center.

Read the article: From Curiosity to Captivity: The Journey into Torah-Observant Christianity

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00:00 Intro
3:34 The 5 Stage of Torahism
12:07 Addressing Torah Keepers

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In Part 17 of our verse-by-verse study through Hebrews, the author turns from warning to encouragement. After some of the most sobering passages in the letter, he reminds his readers of the hope they confessed, the suffering they endured, and the confidence they must not throw away. We’ll see how drawing near to God, holding fast to our hope, and encouraging one another are grounded not in our faithfulness, but in God’s. This is a call to endurance—rooted in Christ, sustained by promise, and confident in what is yet to come.

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CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro and recap
04:05 Hebrews 12:1–2 (Run the Race, Fix Your Eyes)
10:46 Hebrews 12:3–6 (Consider Christ)
17:36 Hebrews 12:7–11 (God’s Loving Discipline)
23:32 Hebrews 12:12–17 (A Warning Not to Fall Short)
33:20 Hebrews 12:18–24 (From Sinai to Zion)
44:11 Hebrews 12:25–29 (An Unshakable Kingdom)

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Recorded Dec 20, 2025 - Enjoy the final episode in our teaching series, "The Biblical Roots of Christmas." This week, we turn to the celebration of Christmas itself—asking not only what we celebrate, but why. We’ll explore how the fulfillment found in Jesus Christ naturally gives rise to joyful remembrance, how the early people of God marked God’s redemptive acts, and what Scripture teaches us about honoring Christ through meaningful celebration.

Let’s rediscover together why Christmas is not merely a tradition to defend or dismiss, but a gospel truth to rejoice in.

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What if Christmas felt sacred again? Full of Grace and Truth, the new book from award-winning author R. L. Solberg, invites you to rediscover the biblical story at the heart of the season. Available now in paperback and Kindle, with all proceeds supporting The Biblical Roots Ministries. Get your copy today on Amazon.com.

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Recorded Dec 13, 2025 - Enjoy episode 3 of our 4-week teaching series, The Biblical Roots of Christmas. This week, we turn from promise to fulfillment, exploring how the hopes of Israel find their “Yes” in Jesus Christ. We’ll examine how the birth of Christ fulfills the Law and the Prophets, why the Incarnation stands at the center of God’s redemptive plan, and what it means to say that in Jesus, the long-awaited Messiah has finally come.

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What if Christmas felt sacred again? Full of Grace and Truth, the new book from award-winning author R. L. Solberg, invites you to rediscover the biblical story at the heart of the season. Available now in paperback and Kindle, with all proceeds supporting The Biblical Roots Ministries. Get your copy today on Amazon.com.

What if Christmas felt sacred again? Full of Grace and Truth, the new book from award-winning author R. L. Solberg, invites you to rediscover the biblical story at the heart of the season. Available now in paperback and Kindle, with all proceeds supporting The Biblical Roots Ministries. Get your copy today on Amazon.com.

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Recorded Dec 6, 2025. The 2nd episode of our 4-week teaching series, "The Biblical Roots of Christmas." This week, we turn to the great storyline of Scripture to examine the promises and prophecies that set the stage for the birth of Christ. From Eden to Abraham to the prophets of Israel, we trace the unfolding hope of a coming Redeemer and explore how the Incarnation fulfills God’s ancient covenant promises. Bring your Bibles and your questions, and let’s rediscover together how the long-awaited Messiah entered history in the fullness of time.

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What if Christmas felt sacred again? Full of Grace and Truth, the new book from award-winning author R. L. Solberg, invites you to rediscover the biblical story at the heart of the season. Available now in paperback and Kindle, with all proceeds supporting The Biblical Roots Ministries. Get your copy today on Amazon.com.

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(Recorded Nov 29, 2025) This is the first episode of our 4-week teaching series, "The Biblical Roots of Christmas." In this session, we explore why Christmas was needed in the first place and begin uncovering the deep biblical foundations of the Incarnation. Bring your Bibles and your questions, and let’s dig into Scripture together and rediscover the wonder behind the season.

Each week leading up to Christmas, we'll touch on a different aspect of the world's most celebrated holiday. We're specifically examining the biblical and historical roots of Christmas, and how and why Christians celebrate it.

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In this Bible study, we take a close look at Colossians 2:16–17—one of the most misunderstood passages among Hebrew Roots teachers. Paul’s words about festivals, new moons, Sabbaths, and the “shadow vs. substance” point us straight to the sufficiency of Christ and the freedom of the New Covenant.

If you’ve been confused by Torah-keeping claims or you’re trying to help a friend caught in Hebrew Roots theology, this walkthrough of Colossians 2 will give you the clarity and biblical grounding you need.

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00:00 Intro
02:43 Colossians 2:16-17
14:47 Claim 1: How We Keep the Rituals
22:32 Claim 2: Things to Come
26:34 Claim 3: The Body of Christ
28:51 Bonus Claim: Special Sabbaths
30:52 Wrap it up, Solberg.