# Pastor Leaves Hebrew Roots…Here’s Why

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Podcast: [Two Messianic Jews](https://stenobird.com/podcast/two-messianic-jews-682244)
Published: 2026-04-27T16:52:29+00:00
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## Resource

Why would a pastor walk away from the Hebrew Roots movement? In this interview, Pastor Gabe May of Headland Methodist Church shares his personal journey, what drew him into Hebrew Roots, what caused him to question it, and what led him to leave. Along the way, we examine the key biblical arguments for Hebrew Roots and uncover the deeper spiritual roots behind the movement. To support our work in challenging the Hebrew Roots movement, you can visit https://www.twomessianicjews.com/donate 1:45 - Pastor Gabe’s Christian upbringing 3:52 - What is Hebrew Roots? 5:13 - How he got involved in Hebrew Roots 9:50 - How Hebrew Roots affected his family 14:15 - What are Hebrew Roots communities like? 18:00 - Hearing a Messianic Jewish perspective for the first time 23:47 - Why he believed he should be Torah observant 25:37 - Are Christians grafted into Israel? (Romans 11) 36:41 - Do Christians become citizens of Israel? (Ephesians 2) 41:10 - The Jerusalem Council Explained (Acts 15) 43:05 - What about Acts 15:21? 46:26 - What is sinful? 53:12 - The spiritual roots behind Hebrew Roots? 1:11:40 - God’s love for Jews and Gentiles 1:13:18 - Hebrew Roots in Messianic Jewish congregations 1:15:13 - Advice for Messianic Jewish leaders 1:17:12 - Advice for those considering Hebrew Roots 1:18:45 - The moment that caused a change 1:20:26 - The way Satan deceives 1:21:16 - Why repentance matters You can also watch on YouTube Follow us on Social Media: Facebook Instagram

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