The geopolitical positioning of Israel makes it an important reference point in global issues. Its history as a nation is as interesting as its political emergence. It also has a significant spiritual identity role especially among Christians. The futuristic perspective of Israel in prophecy is of interest to Christians allover the world. This history permeates beyond the spiritual ream to intertwine with global politics.
The bible provides a strong foundation for Christians to adapt the tag of Israelis. This is from a biblical perspective that combines both the new and the Old Testament. It also has a historical perspective to it as the nation is constantly under threat from its neighbors. The ultimate goal is to see the restoration of the temple in Jerusalem which will see the unification of all Jews around the world and peace for the Israeli nation.
Interpretation of prophesies about Israel is the main cause and source of confusion. The tussle is on whether to interpret it directly or indirectly. The salvation that is promised to Israelis will come after the destruction of their enemies. Whether this is to happen physically or spiritually remains the question. It calls for careful consideration of the spiritual and biblical boundaries as understood from the historical context.
Jesus is central in the prophesies and promises made to Israelis. They expected that he would establish a real kingdom on earth that would be characterized by fairness and justice. His coming coincided with prophesies made about the savior. He however said that salvation would come during his return. The nation is still waiting for this return.
God promised Israelis salvation during the reign of Prophet Daniel. According to computations and comparisons between different scriptures, each of these seventy weeks represented a year. Other sections of the scripture are used in computing the date of fulfillment of this prophesy to today. This explains why Israelis have not found peace for a long time now.
The coming of Jesus reignited hope that the salvation of Israelis was at hand. It had been prophesied that a savior would come at the exact time that Jesus appeared. During his baptism, a voice was heard declaring that he was the anointed of God. However, his coming did not provide a solution to the troubles of the Israeli people. He died with a promise that he will come again.
The Old Testament foretold the coming of Jesus in the exact way the New Testament records. For instance, Jesus enters the synagogue and reads a scripture that applied directly to him. The similarities in his birth, mission and death make the case of prophesies more plausible. However, Israelis are still stranded as they await the coming of their savior who will help them escape misery.
The tag of a Chosen Nation begun to refer to the fraternity of Christians when Jews rejected Christ. This failure led to the spread of good news to other nations and their incorporation into the plan of salvation. It is upon the Christians that all these prophesies will be fulfilled. The way to enjoy these prophesies is by believing in Jesus as the source of eternal life.
The bible provides a strong foundation for Christians to adapt the tag of Israelis. This is from a biblical perspective that combines both the new and the Old Testament. It also has a historical perspective to it as the nation is constantly under threat from its neighbors. The ultimate goal is to see the restoration of the temple in Jerusalem which will see the unification of all Jews around the world and peace for the Israeli nation.
Interpretation of prophesies about Israel is the main cause and source of confusion. The tussle is on whether to interpret it directly or indirectly. The salvation that is promised to Israelis will come after the destruction of their enemies. Whether this is to happen physically or spiritually remains the question. It calls for careful consideration of the spiritual and biblical boundaries as understood from the historical context.
Jesus is central in the prophesies and promises made to Israelis. They expected that he would establish a real kingdom on earth that would be characterized by fairness and justice. His coming coincided with prophesies made about the savior. He however said that salvation would come during his return. The nation is still waiting for this return.
God promised Israelis salvation during the reign of Prophet Daniel. According to computations and comparisons between different scriptures, each of these seventy weeks represented a year. Other sections of the scripture are used in computing the date of fulfillment of this prophesy to today. This explains why Israelis have not found peace for a long time now.
The coming of Jesus reignited hope that the salvation of Israelis was at hand. It had been prophesied that a savior would come at the exact time that Jesus appeared. During his baptism, a voice was heard declaring that he was the anointed of God. However, his coming did not provide a solution to the troubles of the Israeli people. He died with a promise that he will come again.
The Old Testament foretold the coming of Jesus in the exact way the New Testament records. For instance, Jesus enters the synagogue and reads a scripture that applied directly to him. The similarities in his birth, mission and death make the case of prophesies more plausible. However, Israelis are still stranded as they await the coming of their savior who will help them escape misery.
The tag of a Chosen Nation begun to refer to the fraternity of Christians when Jews rejected Christ. This failure led to the spread of good news to other nations and their incorporation into the plan of salvation. It is upon the Christians that all these prophesies will be fulfilled. The way to enjoy these prophesies is by believing in Jesus as the source of eternal life.
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