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in the middle

Roy Keiningham & Cedric Spencer

in the middle is the place between Judaism and Christianity.

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The Golden Calf - Ep 3: Moses’ Workout Program

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2024/09/25

Roy and Cedric further discuss proof of concept and how there should be a representative of scripture. Roy points out that everyone is at different points in their own process. Cedric speaks to the Commandments being instructions on how to show your love for God. Roy considers the imagery in the Hebrew language and the importance of it, as well as the “push-pull” of scripture. They end the episode by analyzing the effort Moshe would have had to put in to bring the tablets to the top of the

24:29

The Golden Calf - Ep 2: Go Get Your People

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2024/09/18

In this episode, Roy and Cedric discuss the golden calf and the events leading up to its creation. Roy delves into the language differences between Jewish and English translations of the Word and explains the meaning of Elohim. Roy digs into the Jewish interpretation of the golden calf and the hidden meanings in seemingly insignificant language in the text. They end the episode with addressing what it is to be influenced by the “outside world” and the role of the priests being proof of

19:10

The Golden Calf - Ep 1: The Creation of Choice

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2024/09/11

Roy and Cedric start this series by discussing the census and counting people equally. They get into the details of how sin adds to righteousness. Roy talks about conduct through trials where God is not felt and the creation of choice. Knowing the difference between God’s wisdom and our own. Passage referenced: Exodus 30:11-12

24:01

Truth - Ep 4: The Biblical Constitution

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2024/09/04

Roy and Cedric delve into the First and Fourth Commandments and their more literal meanings. They also discuss the standard of believers under Yeshua. Roy talks about the apparent shortage of those whom God can show himself strong in. They close the Truth series by talking about the self sacrifice required to create positive change to help others. Passages referenced: Exodus 20:1-3, 7, 2 Timothy 2:15, 2 Chronicles 16:9, Matthew 22:14

26:55

Truth - Ep 3: “Because I Told You So” Don’t Work

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2024/08/28

Roy and Cedric consider the power of the truth and how it can conflict with religion. Cedric speaks to the decrease of biblical literacy amongst Christians. Roy explains how the destruction of the temple was a result of the Jewish community allowing religion to become a business. They consider the frailty of humans in the context of overall existence. Passages referenced: 1 John 3:15, Romans 3:4, John 18:37-38

26:34

Truth - Ep 2: The Cosmic Source of Order

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2024/08/21

Roy and Cedric discuss the way in which Yitro added to Torah. Roy talks about being a searcher of truth. They discuss the meaning of “logos” and its roots in Greek mythology. Roy explains the meaning of hatred from a Jewish perspective. Passages referenced: Exodus 18:13-26, John 1:1-5, 2 Thessalonians 2:7-12, Psalm 119:140-144, Deuteronomy 25:13-15

22:22

Truth - Ep 1: The Chair’s Gonna Tell On Me

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2024/08/14

Roy and Cedric begin to discuss Moshe’s father-in-law, Yitro (or Jethro), and his role in Moshe’s inner circle. Roy talks about the context of the usage of the name Elohim as opposed to other iterations of the name of the Lord. They speak to the function of nature in spirituality and religion. Passages referenced: Exodus 18:1-12, Romans 12:2

07:29

Minisode - Palestine

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2024/08/07

Some brief thoughts on Palestine from the In the Middle team.

23:24

The Tithe - Ep 3: The Medicine Book

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2024/07/31

Roy and Cedric consider the agricultural background of tithing in the Bible and contemplate converting the concept to a modern, monetary equivalent. They also discuss the responsibility of a believer to hold accountable the leaders of the organizations they tithe to. Roy closes The Tithe series by explaining the importance of community in correcting people and using scripture as a point of reference to provide explanations for his experiences. Passages referenced: Malachi 3:10-12, Galatians 6:1,

22:09

The Tithe - Ep 2: The Taking Side

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2024/07/24

Roy delves further into tithing as a Messianic Jew. He and Cedric discuss the complications of applying biblical tithing rules to the modern day. They also talk about the intricacies of considering how the tithe is ultimately handled by the people or entities that receive it. Passage referenced: Deuteronomy 14:22

24:48

The Tithe - Ep 1: The Giving Side

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2024/07/17

Roy and Cedric discuss what it means to tithe, what its purpose is, and what one’s purpose should be when they tithe. Roy analyzes tithing from a biblical perspective. Cedric explains his beliefs on tithing from a Christian perspective. Passages Referenced: Genesis 14:18-20, Deuteronomy 26, Genesis 28:10-22, Deuteronomy 8:8, 14:22-23

20:01

Choice of Motivation - Ep 4: You Lookin' Like Prey

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2024/07/10

Roy speaks to the requirements to become sons of God and how one’s attributes align with who they follow. Cedric talks about the instruction of praying in the Lord’s name and the meaning of the word “Amen.” They finish out the Choice of Motivation series by discussing the importance of interceding for the whole as opposed to the individual. Passage referenced: Acts 19:11-20

22:11

Choice of Motivation - Ep 3: Christianese Interpreter

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2024/07/03

Roy and Cedric discuss the dangers of being overzealous in attempting to enact the will of God. Roy expands on this by reiterating the importance of considering the community in your actions. Cedric speaks to his own experience of realizing the importance of holding himself accountable before trying to hold others accountable, as well as coming to corrective conversations with solutions.

23:44

Choice of Motivation - Ep 2: The Suffering Servant

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2024/06/26

Roy explains that believers are not allowed to delight in the destruction of others. Cedric and Roy discuss the purpose and responsibility of priesthood and what it means to stand in the gap for others. Passages referenced: Proverbs 24:17, Romans 12:1-2, Numbers 20:1-13, Matthew 13:24-30

23:26

Choice of Motivation - Ep 1: Heaven's Black Eye

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2024/06/19

Cedric speaks to the struggle of calling himself a Christian in the modern day and the connotations that come with the title. Roy breaks down how legalism comes about and the importance of structure in community. Passage referenced: Numbers 25

30:16

The Mixed Multitude - Ep 4: We'll Take Anybody

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2024/06/12

Roy and Cedric close out the Mixed Multitude series with a discussion of issues that may arise when a mixed multitude comes together and the difficulties some have with separating from their experience of oppression. Roy speaks about lashon hara (evil speech) and the biblical consequences of it. They end with discussing the process of removing leaven from a household for Pesach, what it represents, and when it should end each season. Passages referenced: Numbers 8:5-7, 11:16-25

20:20

The Mixed Multitude - Ep 3: What the Problem Is?

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2024/06/05

Roy and Cedric further discuss the Seven Middot and how they interlink with each other. Roy speaks to his experiences with the Jewish interpretation of scripture. He and Cedric consider believers’ common struggles with interpreting scripture and how to dig deeper. They also speak to the reality of a mixed multitude. Passage referenced: Hebrews 5: 8-9, Daniel 3:16-28

22:55

The Mixed Multitude - Ep 2: The Seven Attributes

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2024/05/29

Roy and Cedric discuss the role of believers in the world. Roy explains the Seven Middot (Seven Divine Emotive Attributes) and each corresponding personality type. Chabad Article on the Seven Middot Passages referenced: Numbers 8-12

22:00

The Mixed Multitude - Ep 1: Polar Opposite Thoughts

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2024/05/22

Roy and Cedric speak to the differences between Jewish and Christian tradition and understanding. Roy explains why there are seemingly contradictory thoughts within Judaism. Passage referenced: Romans 12:2 https://bible.cc/

15:03

Heavenly Minded - Ep 3: Biting a Demon in the Toe

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2024/05/15

Roy and Cedric discuss the importance of taking time to study and examine scripture. Roy explains the context of kosher eating in a modern time.

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