The Messianic movement (faith in Yeshua as the Messiah marked by the recognition of the Jewish origins of that faith and expressed in some degree of Torah observance) is filled with Gentiles from all stripes, creeds, and denominations. One of the common questions I receive goes like this: "I used to be an [insert denomination here], and I want to know how that group connects back to the original first-century believers." While each group is different, we have found strong connections with some key denominations of Christianity.
I've developed a graphical "family tree" of Christian denominations to provide context around where your prior denomination (or perhaps your current one!) connects back to the original roots of our faith in the Messiah.
I recommend you maximize your browser and click/tap the image on the right to expand it.
If you have any questions or comments, please get in touch with me. I can share the original PowerPoint slide if you need it for a presentation in your congregation or study group.
