𝐖𝐚𝐥𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐡 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐡: 𝐀 𝐆𝐮𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐓𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐡 𝐏𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐮𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐬

When you first step into a Torah-pursuant walk, it can feel overwhelming. What should you do first? How do you approach the commandments without pretending to be something you're not? And, most importantly, how do you grow closer to G-d through Yeshua and find real intimacy with Him?

In this journey, we don’t “fake it till we make it.” There’s no need to pretend to be Jewish if you're not. Instead, our aim is to follow the Torah with integrity, to grow in our understanding, and to be guided by the Holy Spirit. The goal isn’t to copy someone else’s walk, but to find your own genuine relationship with G-d, rooted in His Word and empowered by His Spirit.

𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧 𝐓𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐡

The Torah is the foundation of G-d’s Word. It’s where everything begins. Before diving into traditions or complex theological ideas, spend time with the written Torah—the first five books of the Bible. These books contain the commandments, the heart of G-d’s law, and the story of how G-d revealed His will to Israel.

Start by reading the weekly Torah portions (parashat hashavua). Each week, there’s a specific section of the Torah to focus on. As you read, take time to reflect on how the commandments apply to your life. You don’t need to understand everything at once—just start by listening to G-d’s voice through the text.

Practical Tip:

Keep a journal. Write down what stands out to you, the questions that arise, and how you feel G-d might be speaking to you. Over time, these reflections will deepen as your relationship with G-d grows.

𝐄𝐦𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐘𝐞𝐬𝐡𝐮𝐚’𝐬 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬

Yeshua is the foundation of our faith. As the Messiah, He not only fulfilled the Torah but also taught its true meaning. His teachings are central to how we, as Torah-pursuant Gentiles, approach G-d’s commandments.

In the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5–7), Yeshua explains the heart of the Torah. He calls us to go beyond the letter of the law and understand its spirit—how it should transform our hearts. Yeshua’s focus is always on love, mercy, and justice. He shows us how to live out the commandments with a purity of heart, not just outward performance.

Practical Tip:

Spend time in the Gospels, especially where Yeshua interacts with the Torah. Watch how He engages with the commandments and how He navigates tradition. This will help you understand how to live a Torah life in a way that reflects His love and truth.

𝐁𝐞 𝐇𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡

We live in a time where people want to jump in headfirst and do everything at once. But when it comes to Torah observance, it’s a journey. It’s okay not to know everything right away. There’s no need to adopt Jewish practices you don’t understand or rush into customs that don’t feel natural to you.

In fact, G-d calls us to be patient and humble. Study the Torah slowly, pray, and listen to how the Holy Spirit leads you. The Spirit is your guide, your comforter, and teacher (John 14:26). Don’t rely on outward appearances; focus on what’s happening in your heart as you learn and grow.

Practical Tip:

Take small steps. Maybe you start with Shabbat observance or focusing on keeping G-d’s dietary laws. Each step in obedience matters. G-d doesn’t expect you to do everything perfectly from the start. He delights in your sincerity and desire to draw closer to Him.

𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐁𝐨𝐭𝐡 𝐑𝐚𝐛𝐛𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐜 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐬

Both Jewish rabbis and Christian scholars have contributed rich insights into the Torah. The rabbis have preserved Jewish tradition and provided deep commentary on the Torah for centuries. While their interpretations are not binding for us, their wisdom can enrich our understanding of how G-d’s commandments have been lived out by the Jewish people.

At the same time, Christian scholars offer valuable perspectives on Yeshua’s life, His teachings, and how Torah fits into the broader biblical narrative. As Torah-pursuant Gentiles, it’s important to engage with these contributions, always weighing them against the written Word and seeking the guidance of the Holy Spirit.

Practical Tip:

When studying the Torah, don’t limit yourself to one tradition. Read widely, but always hold what you learn up to the Scriptures. Let the Holy Spirit guide you as you discern what aligns with G-d’s Word.

𝐀𝐯𝐨𝐢𝐝 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐦 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

One of the biggest traps in a Torah walk is legalism—focusing on the outward rules without letting the commandments transform your heart. Another is cultural imitation, where Gentiles try to take on a Jewish identity by following rabbinic traditions without understanding their significance.

G-d hasn’t called us to become Jewish or to copy someone else’s walk. Our calling is to follow His commandments with integrity, rooted in Yeshua’s example. We can honor the Jewish people and learn from their traditions, but we don’t need to imitate their cultural practices. Instead, we focus on the heart of Torah—loving G-d and loving others (Deuteronomy 6:5, Leviticus 19:18).

Practical Tip:

Ask yourself, “Why am I doing this?” If a practice helps you grow closer to G-d and aligns with His commandments, pursue it. But if it’s just about looking religious or fitting in with a tradition, it’s okay to step back and refocus.

𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐚 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐆-𝐝

At the end of the day, Torah observance is about relationship. G-d doesn’t want people who simply follow a list of rules. He wants hearts that are fully devoted to Him. As you walk in the Torah, let it lead you into a deeper intimacy with G-d.

Prayer, worship, and study should be central to your life. Torah observance isn’t just about what you do outwardly—it’s about how G-d is transforming you from the inside out. Allow the Holy Spirit to lead you in this process. Yeshua promised that the Spirit would teach us, remind us of His words, and lead us into truth.

Practical Tip:

Spend time in prayer daily. Ask G-d to show you how to walk in His ways and to fill you with His Spirit. The Torah and the commandments are meant to bring you closer to Him. Let that be your focus, always.

𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧

Your walk in the Torah is personal and unique. It’s not about performing rituals or adopting a Jewish identity you don’t have. It’s about walking in integrity, pursuing G-d through His Word, and allowing the Holy Spirit to guide your obedience.

Take it one step at a time. Study the Torah. Follow Yeshua’s teachings. Be patient with yourself. Let the Holy Spirit lead you. And remember, this journey isn’t about checking off commandments. It’s about drawing closer to the One who gave them—learning to love Him and others more deeply with every step.

G-d’s Word is your anchor, and the Holy Spirit is your guide. Together, they will shape you into who G-d has called you to be.

B"H