Biblical Prophecy: Israel’s End-Time Challenges and Triumphs

Jamie Pantastico writes for Mesa Bible Study

by Jamie Pantastico

On October 8, 2023

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Rising Above the Storm: Israel’s Prophetic Journey to Victory

 

The Bible is a progressive revelation, and a remarkable story unfolds—a prophecy that now echoes in our world’s headlines hourly. It’s a story of Israel, her enemies, and a destiny foretold. It begins in Genesis 12, with the Abrahamic covenant.

 

‘I will bless those who bless you (the nation of Israel), And I will curse him who curses you (the nation of Israel); And in you (the seed of Abraham would come the nation of Israel and the Messiah) all the families of the earth shall be blessed.”’

Genesis 12:3

 

Enemies Surrounding Israel

 

In Psalm 83, it’s written, “Come, let us wipe away the nation of Israel. Let’s destroy the memory of its existence” (Psalm 83:4). These words, penned centuries ago, seem to resonate in today’s world. Israel finds herself encircled by nations harboring hostility, seeking to claim her land as their own (Ezekiel 11:14-17).

 

Challenging Times

 

Ezekiel’s words echo the sentiments of Israel’s neighbors, declaring, “Israel and Judah are ours. We will take possession of them. What do we care if their God is there?” (Ezekiel 35:10). Since Israel’s rebirth in 1948, these prophecies manifest in daily headlines. Her Muslim neighbors lay claim to her land, with little regard for the God of Israel.

 

The Unwavering Spirit: Israel’s Exceedingly Great Army

 

Yet, amidst these challenges, Ezekiel foretells Israel’s “exceedingly great army” (Ezekiel 37:10). Zechariah paints a vivid picture of Israel as a fire among sheaves of grain, consuming neighboring nations (Zechariah 12:6). Even the weakest among them will stand like David (Zechariah 12:8).

 

Takeaway

 

Today, as we witness the signs of the times unfolding right before our eyes—Israel’s encirclement, her exceedingly great army, and the precise prophetic unfolding of Scripture—we are reminded of the urgency to pray for the peace of Jerusalem.

 

In these turbulent times, let’s seek the Lord’s guidance (by studying His word daily), extend our prayers and support to Israel (Psalm 122:6-7), and place our trust in His unchanging promises to both His chosen people and the Church, which is His body, the body of Christ.

 

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Jamie Pantastico

Mesa Bible Study

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What Saith the Scripture?

Most problems in interpreting Bible passages arise from neglecting a passage’s context. The guiding principle of sound interpretation is to take a passage literally. Not maintaining this discipline, interpreting Scripture becomes made up, man’s idea, fantasy, and the passage can mean almost anything. The result is erroneous and ridiculous interpretations.

Another important principle to sound Bible interpretation is to read Scripture “in-time”. In other words, we have to read and study the Bible as a progressive revelation. Not getting ahead of God’s revelation.

God’s plan of redemption for mankind wasn’t revealed all at once to Adam, Noah, Abraham, Moses, David, Isaiah, or any of the other old testament prophets. Not even Peter and the eleven were given the full counsel of God. The Lord revealed to each of the aforementioned what they needed at their particular time in Biblical history. A hermeneutical method that does not approach Scripture as a progressive revelation leads to erroneous interpretations.

To be a good bible student one must maintain a literal, grammatical and historical (in-time) hermeneutic. There has been much too much of man’s theology governing Scripture when it is God’s Word alone that reigns over theology.

 

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Who's writing?

Identify the author of the book and passage.

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Who is the author writing too?

Who is the audience? Yes, all Scripture is for us but not all of Scripture is directed to us our salvation and doctrine (how to live our daily lives). To say all of Scripture is, is erroneous interpretation.

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When was the Book or Passage written?

This is necessary to identify the time and historical context.

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What were the circumstances when it was written? (what was going on)

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What was going on before and after it was written?

What happen before and after the particular Book or Passage you’re reading?

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What is the HISTORICAL CONTEXT OF THE VERSE?

Where does the Bible verse fit in Biblical history. Use the answers from the list of these questions to identify the “historical context”.

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Are there other passages that the Author has written to help expand on the verse your reading?

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Utilize the full counsel of God to illuminate the passage

All of Scripture fits perfectly.

 

The Good News

salvation

Salvation is a FREE GIFT from God. You don’t have to do anything but believe by faith that God sent His only Son Jesus Christ to die for your sins, was buried, and rose from the dead 3 days later.

THE GOOD NEWS

SALVATION

Salvation is a FREE GIFT from God. SALVATION IS BY FAITH ALONE & FAITH IS BELIEVING WHAT GOD SAYS.

  1. God declares all mankind sinners and we all fall short of Glory of God. Romans 3:23
  2. The payment for our sin is death. Romans 6:23
  3. But God…because he loved you so much sent His own Son, Jesus Christ, to die in your place, for your sins, was buried, and rose from the dead three days later. 1 Cor 15:1-4; 2cor 5:21

All God asks is that you believe by faith alone in 1, 2, & 3. That you’re a sinner, separated from God but God sent his Son to die for your sins, was buried & rose again 3 days later.

that if you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved.

Romans 10:9

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