Along with writing, I also speak publicly. I do weekend workshops at churches and speak at conferences and retreats. I can also do meetings with groups by zoom.
Popular presentation topics include:
How Studying Jesus’ Jewish Context Saved my Faith It’s trendy to say your faith is undergoing “deconstruction” right now. I went through a struggle for truth too, but it was actually through examining the Jewish historical context of Jesus that some of my biggest doubts about him were answered.
God’s Wise Hebrew Words The Bible’s Hebrew words are aromatic and savory from the dusty, ancient land of their origin. Each one is richer and deeper than any English equivalent. Lois will share some fascinating ways that hearing the Bible’s Hebrew “accent” has helped her unlock God’s Word.
The Good News Starts in Genesis! I used to dislike the Old Testament and hardly crack it open. But these were the Scriptures that Jesus preached from, and they actually have much good news, if you know the culture.
Jesus, Our Jewish Lord Why should Christians concern themselves with the Jewish context of Jesus? We’ll look at some of the many ways that seeing him in his first-century reality can deepen our understanding of his message and challenge how we live today.
Rabbi, Teach Us to Pray Jesus’ life was saturated in prayer and he lived among a people of great prayer. We’ll look at some rich Jewish prayer customs that can help us learn to pray more like he did.
Unlocking the Jewish Wisdom of Jesus’ Words We will look at one of the toughest sayings of Jesus, and see how much more sense it makes in its original Jewish setting. You’ll be surprised at how his words can make us more effective as disciples.
How to Have a Kosher Mouth Jesus had plenty to say about what should come out of our mouths. James too likened our tongues to a tiny spark that can burn down a forest. What wisdom can we learn for how we speak to others?
East vs. West: How the Bible “Thinks” Modern Westerners have a hard time with the Bible. The distance is often not one of time but of culture. We need to grasp the assumptions of its original audience.
Jesus’ Bold Jewish Messianic Claims Jesus doesn’t seem to describe himself as the exalted Messiah and Son of God that we find in the rest New Testament…until you read his words in their Jewish context.
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To invite me to speak to your group, please contact me at tverberg [@] ourrabbijesus.com or use the form below.