What if the way we’ve been taught to read the Bible is missing something essential?

In this episode, Sebastiaan Van Wessem shares his journey from traditional church growth thinking into a deeper rediscovery of Scripture’s Jewish foundation. What began as personal tension turned into a theological shift that reframed everything.

At the center of that shift is a concept called restorationism - the idea that God’s plan has always been to restore Israel, the nations, and ultimately all of creation.

This conversation invites listeners to step into a bigger story - one that connects Genesis to Revelation and challenges how we understand the Gospel itself.

• The Gospel is more than personal salvation - it’s about restoration of all things
• The book of Acts reveals a pattern of restoration, not just mission strategy
• Israel’s role in Scripture is central, not optional
• Replacement theology continues to shape modern thinking
• The early believers understood the Gospel within a Jewish framework
• The “one new man” requires humility and theological recalibration
• Restoration begins now, not just in the future

00:00 – Introduction and background 02:00 – The catalyst for questioning long-held beliefs 06:00 – Rediscovering the Jewish roots of Scripture 10:00 – The influence of Michael Heiser and shifting theology 14:00 – Auschwitz, history, and theological weight 18:00 – What is restorationism? 22:00 – The book of Acts as a restoration blueprint 28:00 – Israel, the nations, and the Gospel 34:00 – One new man and the challenge of unity 42:00 – Overcoming replacement theology 50:00 – Practical steps toward reconciliation 57:00 – Final reflections and future hope

If this conversation stirred something in you, don’t leave it there.

Visit https://thejewishroad.com for more conversations that reconnect Scripture, Israel, and the bigger story of the Gospel.

To learn more about Sebastiaan Van Wessem’s work, you can explore his book All Things Restored - available on Amazon - and connect with his ministry through https://kngdmalliance.org, where you’ll also find details about upcoming gatherings in Europe.

Take a step beyond listening. Read. Engage. Show up if you can.

Because this story isn’t just meant to be understood - it’s meant to be lived.