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The Bridge Builders Forum Podcast helps Jews and Christians better understand their faith, the Bible, and each other.
Each episode features individuals and perspectives that foster mutual enrichment and the goodness we can bring to our communities and the world when there is a bridge, rather than a gulf, between Jews and Christians.
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Send us a text There’s a growing shift in parts of the Christian world — a movement questioning Christian support for Israel and even the value of the Jewish-Christian relationship itself. Why is this happening? What ideas are driving it? And why does it matter for the future of Christian engagement with Israel and the Jewish people? In this episode, Ryan Lambert is joined by Luke Moon, Executive Director of The Philos Project, a Christian organization that equips believers to engage the Nea...
Send us a text What happens when we take seriously the reality that the Apostle Paul, even at his most Jewish, lived and worked within a pagan, god-congested world? In this episode, Ryan Lambert speaks with distinguished scholar Dr. Paula Fredriksen about the newly released volume she co-edited, Paul within Paganism. Together they explore how Jews and pagans mingled across the Mediterranean, why Paul’s message was socially disruptive for both Gentile and Jewish authorities, and how reading P...
Send us a text In 1965, the Catholic Church issued Nostra Aetate, a groundbreaking declaration that dramatically transformed its relationship with the Jewish people — rejecting centuries of theological hostility and opening the door to renewed friendship and respect. Sixty years later, the legacy of Nostra Aetate continues to shape Jewish-Christian relations. But what still needs to be done? In this episode, Ryan Lambert speaks with Dr. Philip Cunningham, co-director of the Institute for Je...
Send us a text What did Jesus really teach about the Jewish Law? In this episode of Bridge Builders Forum, Ryan Lambert talks with Dr. Paul Sloan, author of "Jesus and the Law of Moses," and host of the podcast, "Jesus and the Jewish Law." They uncover common misunderstandings about Jesus and the Torah, explore his first-century context, and reveal fresh insights about the Sabbath, ritual purity, the Temple, and even the Lord’s Prayer. If you’ve ever wondered how Jesus’ teachings fit within ...
Send us a text What if the Apostle Paul showed up at church this Sunday to deliver a sermon on God’s heart for Israel? In this special episode of Bridge Builders Forum, Ryan Lambert shares a powerful message delivered at The Church at Bushland in Amarillo, Texas. Drawing from Scripture, personal experience, and the Jewish context of Paul’s letters, Ryan invites listeners to rediscover the real Paul—a Jewish apostle, a bridge builder, and a passionate advocate for the enduring relationship be...
Send us a text What is the Talmud—and what does it have to do with Jesus, Paul, and the New Testament? In this episode of the Bridge Builders Forum, Ryan Lambert is joined by Dr. Isaac Oliver, a scholar of early Judaism and Christian origins, to explore the true nature of the Talmud and its role in Jewish tradition. Together, they unpack common misconceptions, trace the development of rabbinic literature, and discuss how the Talmud can illuminate the Jewish roots of Christianity. They also ...
Send us a text What if the Book of Revelation—long seen as a mysterious, apocalyptic Christian text—is actually rooted in Jewish thought and tradition? In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Rebekah Haigh, a scholar of Second Temple Judaism whose research challenges the way most people read Revelation. We explore Revelation’s connections to Jewish apocalyptic literature, the Dead Sea Scrolls, and themes of ritual purity, offering a radically different lens on the New Testament’s final book. We ...
Send us a text The Israeli-Palestinian conflict is one of the most polarizing issues of our time. But what if there was a way to discuss it with biblical clarity, human compassion, and moral courage? In this timely and powerful episode of the Bridge Builders Forum, Ryan sits down with Justin Kron — founder of The Kesher Project and co-producer of the award-winning film Hope in the Holy Land. They explore: * How the events of October 7th have reshaped the conversation about Israel. * Why s...
Send us a text Why would a traditional Jewish rabbi teach about Jesus, Paul, and the New Testament? In this episode of Bridge Builders Forum, Rabbi Joe Charnes joins Ryan Lambert for an honest conversation about the Jewishness of Jesus and Paul, the evolving Jewish perspective on Christianity, and why Jewish-Christian friendship matters now more than ever. Rabbi Joe also shares the personal pushback he’s faced for his interfaith work—and why he’s still committed to building bridges. 👉 Topic...
Send us a text Is the New Testament antisemitic? In this thought-provoking episode of the Bridge Builders Forum, Lutheran theologian Dr. Jesper Svartvik joins Ryan Lambert to explore this controversial question. Drawing from his book Jewish Foundations of the New Testament, Dr. Svartvik addresses how supersessionism and misreadings of texts like John 8 have fueled antisemitism for generations. We discuss the legacy of anti-Judaism in Christian theology, the misunderstood role of the Pharisee...
Send us a text Moving forward, this podcast will be known as the Bridge Builders Forum. Why the change? Watch this 4-minute video and find out! Bridge Builders Forum - https://www.bridgebuildersforum.com/ An educational entity dedicated to helping Jews and Christians better understand their faith, the Bible, and each other. Bridge Builders Forum An educational entity dedicated to helping Jews and Christians understand their faith, the Bible, and each other. Bridge Builders Forum Email New...
Send us a text A growing number of Christians are celebrating Passover to restore the foundations of their faith…and out of a desire to celebrate the holidays that Jesus celebrated. But there are Christian and Jewish voices that push back and don’t see Christians celebrating Passover as healthy or appropriate. My guest in this episode is Jewish theologian David Nekrutman. David is a veteran voice in Jewish-Christian relations and education. In our conversation, David offers guidance on how ...
Send us a text Jews and Christians have a complicated history, marked by distance and often hostility. Recently, this relationship has improved, with both sides seeking respect and understanding. However, there’s still a lot of work to do to repair and strengthen this connection. Gidon Ariel, an Orthodox Jewish teacher, is dedicated to healing the rift and helping build the bridge between Jews and Christians. Gidon is my guest in this episode of The Game Changers Forum, and we explore ...
Send us a text Can learning Jewish insights and Hebrew words help Christians grow in faith? Many Christians are discovering that learning the Jewish roots of their faith and a little bit of Hebrew goes a long way toward a deeper faith and a better understanding of the Bible. “Aussie” Dave Adamson is a pastor dedicated to helping Christians understand the Bible through Hebrew insights. And Aussie Davie has a brand-new book called “52 Hebrew Names Of God That Every Christian Shoul...
Send us a text The path to greatness typically includes a lot of practice, ups and downs, and honing your craft in an environment where only a small number of people know what kind of work you’re putting in to climb the ladder. Making it to the “major leagues” in any field…typically requires a commitment to a journey filled with peaks and valleys. As a professional baseball manager coaching in the minor leagues, Patrick Anderson understands that the path to greatness is typically hard-fought...
Send us a text For two thousand years, this question has stumped commentators and inspired a lot of creative interpretations. There’s a consensus that Paul’s “thorn” in 2 Corinthians 12 is symbolic. Paul’s not referring to a literal thorn. But what does the thorn represent? Ryan's book on Paul, "The Weird Apostle": https://a.co/d/fsGrhg6 Bridge Builders Forum An educational entity dedicated to helping Jews and Christians understand their faith, the Bible, and each other. Bridge Builders For...
Send us a text Heroes and villains, classic scenes, and transformative stories are why we love the movies. Those same things draw a lot of people to the Bible. Faith and good films spark our sense of wonder and inspire us to live with purpose and hope. But what kind of connections exist between the silver screen and the pages of Scripture? Holden Hardman has thought extensively about this intersection - and regularly discusses it on his hugely popular YouTube channels. In this episode, we sit...
Send us a text Healthy relationships require hard work and a lot of wisdom! However, it can be hard to find proven and practical relationship help. Thankfully, Jewish tradition offers a lot of direction to help us nurture positive relationships. Today on The Game Changers Forum, we will discuss relationships and Jewish wisdom with Rabbi Yossi Lerman. Rabbi Yossi will share some practical ways that Jewish wisdom can help build (and even rebuild) rich, enduring relationships on every level. Ra...
Send us a text What does Hannukah have to do with the country music singer Chris Stapleton? Well, not a whole lot. But there is a surprising link between one of his songs and this ancient story that took place in Israel over two thousand years ago. Chris Stapleton’s 2020 hit song, “Starting Over" is exactly what the Jewish people had to do in the Hanukkah story. Starting over is typically not easy, but as Chris Stapleton sings, “The hard roads are the ones worth choosing.” In this episode of ...
Send us a text Does the God of the Bible allow people to protest Him? Is it okay to vent frustration, hurt, and even anger toward God? Sadly, many people have been hurt and even lost faith because of religious perspectives that discourage or condemn protesting God in any way. In this episode of the Game Changers Forum, we will discuss “protest toward God” with Joshua Brumbach, who has not only dedicated his doctoral studies to this topic but has personally experienced the pain and the reward ...
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