Abandoned: What Is God's Will for the Jewish People and the Church? [Paperback]

Stan Telchin (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 1, 1997

In Abandoned, we meet the modern, often-secular face of contemporary Jewry. What do today's Jews believe about God and the Bible? What keeps them from considering the Gospel? The book is a guide to help Christians share God's love with His people.

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What's the problem with Messianic Judaism?

Stan Telchin, a Messianic Jew and former pastor, explores in depth the heart and soul of Messianic Judaism. He exposes the motive behind its creation, its controversial doctrines and its ineffectiveness in Jewish evangelism.

Messianic Judaism has grown significantly in fewer than four decades. While intended originally to appeal to Jewish people, unexpectedly it appeals primarily to Gentiles. Telchin, in following the teaching of the apostle Paul, sees Messianic Judaism as divisive. With a firm and loving approach, he addresses the dangers of this movement, reiterates God's intention for His Church to serve as "one new man" and, most importantly, advocates unity among the body of believers.

Perhaps you're a pastor concerned with the enticing pull of Messianic Judaism on your congregation. Perhaps you've merely wondered about the validity of this movement. Or maybe you're a Gentile who has been made to feel less than worthy. Whatever the reason, if you believe that God sees a difference between Jews and Gentiles in the Body of Christ, then this book will help you think again.

"It took courage for Stan to write so pointedly from his broad and insightful experiences within the Messianic movement. Forthright and comprehensive, these chapters deal with a problem all followers of Jesus face-the desire to be accepted by those who have yet to experience God's transforming love."-Arthur F. Glasser, Ph.D., dean emeritus, School of World Mission, Fuller Theological Seminary

"What Stan tells you in this book may come as a revelation. Certainly it will be controversial. Questions should arise, and much discussion should be the result."-Moishe Rosen, founder, Jews for Jesus

"Whether you agree with everything he says or not, you will find the book interesting and enlightening."-D. James Kennedy, Ph.D., senior minister, Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church

Product Details

• Paperback: 272 pages
• Publisher: Chosen Books (March 1, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0800792491
• ISBN-13: 978-0800792497
• Product Dimensions: 8.6 x 5.5 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #133,182 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An Amazing Reminder to God's People-the Jews!, October 23, 2005

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This review is from: Abandoned: What Is God's Will for the Jewish People and the Church? (Paperback)

Messianic Jews will be refreshed and find much food for thought in Telchin's book. He has a unique perspective and offers insights into God's divine purpose and will for His Beloved, Israel. I read this book from cover to cover in one day, it was simply delicious reading and reminded me of the power of God to save souls, Jews and Gentiles alike. This work is also extraordinarily easy for the layman to comprehend. Terrific book!

16 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A great place to begin understanding., April 7, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Abandoned: What Is God's Will for the Jewish People and the Church? (Paperback)

Mr. Telchin has written a terrific book. Abandoned has a short history of split between Jews and Christians - enough to get you started, if studying history is your thing. But the book is primarily about the things we Messianic Gentiles (another way of saying non-Jewish believers in Christ) need to know in order to approach our Jewish sisters and brothers. Jews have reason to fear Christians; many churches still teach that God has given up on His Chosen People and has transferred His blessing to the Church, despite the Promises of God in the Old Testament, despite the clear teaching of Paul in Romans, despite the Words of our Saviour! To lovingly breach the walls that have grown between us, we believers in Yahshua (the name of Jesus in Hebrew) need to understand the feelings and thoughts of Jews here in North America. Mr. Telchin's book documents the modern concerns of his people, and (most interestingly) his own struggles in finally believing Moses and the Prophets. Often heartbreaking, but necessary reading.

23 of 33 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Truly an eye-opener for Jew and Gentile!, July 19, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Abandoned: What Is God's Will for the Jewish People and the Church? (Paperback)

As a Jew, I believe Abandoned portrays a very accurate picture of how Jewish people were misled regarding the Messiah. When I see such vacant arguments presented by others such as "A Jewish person would not believe in Jesus", it is clear how desperately a book like this is needed.