Messianic Jewish Alliance of America
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The Messianic Jewish Alliance of America (MJAA) is an American Messianic Jewish organization. Founded in 1915 as the Hebrew Christian Alliance of America, it adopted its present name in 1975. It follows on from the International Hebrew Christian Alliance between the Hebrew Christian Alliance of Great Britain and that of America.
As Messianic Jews, MJAA congregations teach a belief in Jesus Christ (whom they call "Yeshua") as their messiah. They identify as Jewish and continuing to celebrate Jewish customs. For Messianic Jews, the Bible, the Old Testament (whom Jews call the "Tanakh") and the New Testament (especially the 4 Gospels) form the basis of their faith. They are convinced that the Bible in its entirety is inspired by God. They further believe that one day all Jews will be Messianic Jews and that they will lead all of Israel, the Jews, and the gentile Christian world in worship of the one true God, understanding this to be the Messianic Age.