Israel is considered a pivotal nation in global geopolitical issues. It has an interesting history as a nation and as a state. Its significance in politics and Christian theology also makes it a center of attention. However, Israel in prophecy has a futuristic perception and perspective. It is a look at how foreseers viewed the story of this nation and its significance in shaping events global issues.
The attention given to Israeli nation state and its geopolitical existence has a biblical origin. Its people and specifically the city of Jerusalem have a place in both spiritual and historical narratives. The neighboring nations are very hostile and constantly threaten to eliminate Jews from the region. Christians await the rebuilding of the Jewish temple which signifies the reign of Christianity.
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.
A seventy week period was given to Israelis by God during the time of Prophet Daniel. It should be clear that each week represented a year as indicated by Ezekiel. They were to experience salvation at the end of this repentance period. However, this did not happen and even today, they are still suffering in the hands of hostile neighbors.
The first time Jesus appeared gave the Israelis hope that their salvation was finally at hand. The appearance of Jesus coincided with the dates indicated in numerous prophesies. This was also witnessed in events that characterized his work at the time including the voice from the clouds during baptism. However, his death and promise to return left most of them disappointed to the point of giving up.
When the events of the New Testament are read alongside prophesies of the Old Testament, Jesus becomes the fulfillment of this prophesy. At one point, he enters the synagogue, opens a scripture and reads the verse that would make the people identify him. The manner of his death and failure to establish an earthly kingdom that would bring salvation to Israelis has left them stranded.
The reference to Israeli as a nation shifts to the community of Christians because they failed to obey. When Christ was with them, they failed to believe him. This made God to regard Israel as the larger group of Christians as opposed to the nation state of Jews. It means that the prophesies will apply to the community of Christians as a validation of their believe in Jesus Christ. The promise of eternal life will only be enjoyed by those who believe.
The attention given to Israeli nation state and its geopolitical existence has a biblical origin. Its people and specifically the city of Jerusalem have a place in both spiritual and historical narratives. The neighboring nations are very hostile and constantly threaten to eliminate Jews from the region. Christians await the rebuilding of the Jewish temple which signifies the reign of Christianity.
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.
A seventy week period was given to Israelis by God during the time of Prophet Daniel. It should be clear that each week represented a year as indicated by Ezekiel. They were to experience salvation at the end of this repentance period. However, this did not happen and even today, they are still suffering in the hands of hostile neighbors.
The first time Jesus appeared gave the Israelis hope that their salvation was finally at hand. The appearance of Jesus coincided with the dates indicated in numerous prophesies. This was also witnessed in events that characterized his work at the time including the voice from the clouds during baptism. However, his death and promise to return left most of them disappointed to the point of giving up.
When the events of the New Testament are read alongside prophesies of the Old Testament, Jesus becomes the fulfillment of this prophesy. At one point, he enters the synagogue, opens a scripture and reads the verse that would make the people identify him. The manner of his death and failure to establish an earthly kingdom that would bring salvation to Israelis has left them stranded.
The reference to Israeli as a nation shifts to the community of Christians because they failed to obey. When Christ was with them, they failed to believe him. This made God to regard Israel as the larger group of Christians as opposed to the nation state of Jews. It means that the prophesies will apply to the community of Christians as a validation of their believe in Jesus Christ. The promise of eternal life will only be enjoyed by those who believe.
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