Messianic Apologetics editor John McKee discusses the difference between apodictic and casuistic law within the Torah. What kinds of Torah commandments are immutable principles, versus others which may have constituted Ancient Israelite case law?
This is then followed by a review of important stories and issues from the past day or so, largely witnessed on social media.
THEOLOGY ROUNDUP
Messianic Torah Helper – Book: link
NEWS ROUNDUP
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U.S. President Donald J. Trump announces that he will be declassifying all records related to Amelia Earhart: link
According to additional details about the meeting provided by CNN, the surprise gathering will allow Secretary Hegseth to describe the administration’s reinvention of the Department of Defense as the “Department of War”: link
President Donald Trump told reporters on Friday that “it’s looking like we have a deal on Gaza,” which he said would include the return of hostages still held captive by Hamas.: link
Look what’s the benefit of October 7 now?: link
Bukele comments on Starmer’s digital ID: link
Wall Street Journal reports that Trump is open to lifting the restrictions on the use of US-made long range weapons against targets inside Russia: link
Some Jews are great. Some Jews suck. That’s the reality. Just like some Christians are great and others suck.: link
The idea is not fully complete. People might lose their ID.: link
Please find attached the final version of the Pastoral Recommendation Team (PRT) report.: link
A new report from a team of pastors and abuse prevention experts has recommended that ihopkc founder @mikebickle be permanently disqualified from ministry,: link
The U.S. State Department has announced that it will be revoking the diplomatic visa of Colombian President Gustavo Petro: link
It’s final… Trump’s ‘dream’ shattered!: link
Friendly reminder: YOUR FAVORITE PRESIDENT SAVED TIKTOK!: link
Sir Tony Blair wants to run Gaza once the war between Israel and Hamas is over.: link
There are many different views when it comes to the rapture and the end times, but which one is correct?: link
Erika Kirk says there are countless hours of speeches, interviews, etc of Charlie Kirk that no one has ever seen.: link
Revealed: US 21-point plan for ending Gaza war, creating pathway to Palestinian state: link
President Zelensky: Putin will not wait for the end of the war in Ukraine, he will open a new direction, no one knows which one: link
Is this idolatry?: link
China owns TikTok, and the Woke Right doesn’t care.: link
Russia launches one of the larger air attacks this war.: link
‘WE WILL GET IT DONE’: President Trump announces a possible breakthrough in Middle East negotiations: link
.@VP on the TikTok deal: “I believe that north of 80% of the company will be owned by the American investors…: link
‘NO ONE LIKE HIM’: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu praises President Trump as an “incredible friend” and ally of Israel, pushing back against critics.: link
Israel will have to make “painful and significant” concessions under the US plan to end the war in Gaza.: link
JD Vance: Complex discussions are currently taking place regarding Gaza. We want Hamas to no longer pose a terrorist threat to the State of Israel.: link
.@VP: “I think @POTUS has been very clear: he actually wants Gaza to be controlled by the people who live there: link
Mayor Eric Adams is dropping out of New York City’s mayoral race: link
This dude is bringing Messianic Judaism to the mainstream.: link
Saying “the Jews killed Jesus” is like saying “Americans killed Abraham Lincoln.”: link
Axios reports Trump says his 21-point Gaza plan is in its “final stages,” claiming Netanyahu backs it.: link
JD Vance says that the Russians are losing a lot of soldiers and don’t have much to show for it.: link
Mike Johnson says West Bank belongs to Israel after Trump’s opposition to annexation: link
I want to tell the generals that we love them, they’re cherished leaders, to be strong, be tough and be smart and be compassionate: link
U.S. President Donald J. Trump has authorized Ukraine to carry out long-range drone and missile strikes against targets inside Russia: link
What remains of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Grand Blanc Township, Michigan after today’s attack: link
‘FREE OUR HOSTAGES’: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addresses the 21-point peace plan for ending the Gaza war ahead of his meeting with President Trump at the White House on Monday.: link
Candace Owens praises Michael Savage (@ASavageNation)… who then goes SCORCHED EARTH on her & her grift: link
We’re in an age of confrontation which we didn’t seek.: link
Pentagon sounds alarm on low missile stockpiles for potential China clash—urging suppliers to DOUBLE or QUADRUPLE production. – WSJ.: link
Over 200 Evangelical leaders urge Trump to support Israel’s ‘sovereignty over the biblical heartland’.: link
During Prestonwood Baptist Church’s Sept 13 service, pastor Jack Graham introduced an AI version of Charlie Kirk speaking from beyond the grave: link
Netanyahu arrives at the White House for his meeting with Trump: link
