Acts 17:11 ”Now these were more noble-minded than those in Thessalonica, for they received the word with great eagerness, examining the Scriptures daily to see whether these things were so.”

I. Introduction. Prophecies Of Messiah – 8 –  Matthew Introduction Part – C

A. This Eternity study focuses on a study of the Bible, which takes place through a consistent, literal, historical, grammatical and contextual interpretation of God’s Inspired Word. The result of this study is accomplished through a systematic exposition of Israel and the End Times, which includes Scripture that is contained in both the Old and New Testaments of the Bible.

B. The contents in this article rely heavily on my study of the commentaries, articles, and discussions of many highly respected theological scholars, It is important to know that before I draw a conclusion on any subject, that I must first have found agreement on the conclusion from the works of such reputable theologians.  

C. For a view of other trusted theological scholars, of whom I have chosen for reference, please click on my Page, “About My References.”

D. Dates that are provided in this article come from the Scofield Study Bible (1909 A.D.) and the Ryrie Study Bible (1986 A.D.). 

II. Prophecies Of Messiah – 8 –  Fulfillment – Matthew Introduction – Part – C

A. Prophets Under The Law. 

1. As we have gone through out study of the Prophet Isaiah, we have studied Scriptures that related to other Prophets who also  served “under the Law,” beginning in the Book of Isaiah, and continuing through the Book of Malachi. 

a. The books of Isaiah thru Daniel are considered to be major prophets. 

b. The books of Hosea through Malachi are considered to be minor prophets, not because their message is brief, or not significant. 

c. While the major prophets contain more words, and are larger in size, the twelve minor prophetic books are just as unique in describing the nation of Israel (both past and future), and its relationship to the coming of the “Day of the Lord.”

2. It is the context of the books of the Old Testament prophets (Isaiah through Malachi), that identifies their place in Scripture ,”being under the Law,” and relate to Yahweh and Israel, not Yahweh and Gentile individuals, or Yahweh and Gentile nations, or Yahweh and the church. Jonah was a Jew, and was directed by Yahweh to witness to pagan Gentiles in the city of Nineveh, of the Assyrian Kingdom. Assyria was a hated and cruel kingdom, and can be related to ISIS of today. The message that Yahweh sent to the Ninevites through Jonah was, ” Yet forty days and Nineveh shall be overthrown (Jonah  3:4)” Jonah’s communication to the Ninevites involved warning them of Yahweh’s judgment, and giving them an opportunity to repent, which they did (Jonah 3:10). Jonah’s prophecy was approximately in 782-753 B.C., but in 722 B.C., Assyria, after reverting to the prior brutal actions,  conquered the northern kingdom of Israel. In 612 B.C., Assyria was itself conquered by Babylon. The response of Nineveh to Jonah’s preaching was a rebuke to the unbelieving Jews of Yeshua’s day (Mt 12:41; Lk 11:32). 

3. John the Baptist was the last prophet of Israel who was under the Law. He stood on the threshold between the Old and the New Testaments, and was the last prophet in the sense of the Old Testament. Prophets were sent by Yahweh to speak His words to the people of Israel. Specifically, they were sent to prepare the way of the Messiah, and to prepare the people of Israel for the coming of the Messiah.

4. Immediately after John’s ministry, Yeshua appeared. This meant that Old Testament prophecy had ended. The shadows passed. The sun had come. John was the last prophet. However, this statement can be qualified in two ways.

a. First, it can be said that Yeshua Christ was a prophet, as well. Deu 18:15 ways, “The Lord your God will raise up for you a prophet like me from among you, from your countrymen; you shall listen to him. This is a prophecy about the Messiah, as is confirmed by Stephen in Acts 7:37, the Samaritan woman (John 4:19), and the men on the way to Emmaus (Luke 24:19).

b. Second, there are also New Testament prophets, who were gifts to the Church by Yahweh. Ephesians 4:11-12: “11 And He gave some as apostles, and some as prophets, and some as evangelists, and some as pastors and teachers,  12 for the equipping of the saints for the work of service, to the building up of the body of Christ;

(1) The prophets are among the distinctive leaders of the new order. Yahweh gave gifts to the Church of Spiritual leaders, for specific purposes. 

(a) The spiritual leaders. 4:11. “And He gave some as apostles, and some as prophets, and some as evangelists, and some as pastors and teachers,”

(b) These gifts of Yahweh were for the purpose of: 4:12 “for the equipping of the saints for the work of service, to the building up of the body of Christ;”

(2) The prophets spoke for edification, exhortation, and comfort. 1 Corinthians 14:2-3.  “2 For one who speaks in a tongue does not speak to men but to God; for no one understands, but in his spirit he speaks mysteries. 3 But one who prophesies speaks to men for edification and exhortation and consolation.”

(3) The Bible says that the church is built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets (Ephesians 2:20). “having been built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Christ Jesus Himself being the corner stone,”

(4) There is an important distinction between the Prophets and the role of the Church.

The Bible does not say that the apostles and prophets were built upon the church but that the church was built upon the apostles and prophets. This is an important distinction. The church did not bestow apostolic and prophetic authority upon certain people. It was the Holy Spirit who chose certain people to receive and deliver the truth of God. The church could never authorize a prophet; they could merely recognize a prophet. Neither the congregation of Israel, during the time of the Old Testament, nor the church, during the New Testament era, ever ordained anyone to the prophetic ministry. This was the job of God alone.

(5) There is Biblical evidence that the  role of Pastor was ordained by other pastors (Acts 14:23; Col 1:23; Titus 1:5). 

(6) There is no Biblical authority for Prophets to appoint other prophets. 

(7) There is no Biblical authority for, or example of, Prophets predicting the results of elections. Any word of mankind that is beyond God’s inspired Biblical Word is not God’s inspired or prophetic Word.

(8) Old and New Testament prophecies were never wrong, when they spoke Yahweh’s prophecies. 

5. Summary. (Blue Letter Bible).

a. As there were prophets during the Old Testament era, there were also prophets during the time of the New Testament.

b. The job of the New Testament prophets was similar to that of their Old Testament counterparts, in that they were to speak forth the Word of God to the people.

c. The church was built upon the foundation of these individuals; they were the leaders of the new order. The prophets were those individuals whom God selected. No church or organization had, or has, the authority to declare someone a prophet. This was something that was determined by God alone.

III. Worship. When He Was On The Cross,  Bill & Gloria Gaither performing When He Was On the Cross (I Was On His Mind) [feat. The Florida Boys]

Zech 14:5. “Then the Lord, my God, will come, and all the holy ones with Him! ” Zech 14: 9 “And the Lord will be king over all the earth…”

I. Introduction. Prophecies Of Messiah – 8 –  Matthew Introduction Part – B

A. This Eternity study focuses on a study of the Bible, which takes place through a consistent, literal, historical, grammatical and contextual interpretation of God’s Inspired Word. The result of this study is accomplished through a systematic exposition of Israel and the End Times, which includes Scripture that is contained in both the Old and New Testaments of the Bible.

B. The contents in this article rely heavily on my study of the commentaries, articles, and discussions of many highly respected theological scholars, It is important to know that before I draw a conclusion on any subject, that I must first have found agreement on the conclusion from the works of such reputable theologians.  

C. For a view of other trusted theological scholars, of whom I have chosen for reference, please click on my Page, “About My References.”

D. Dates that are provided in this article come from the Scofield Study Bible (1909 A.D.) and the Ryrie Study Bible (1986 A.D.). 

II. Prophecies Of Messiah – 8 –  Fulfillment – Matthew Introduction – Part – B

A. Matthew probably wrote his gospel in Greek some time before the fall of Jerusalem in 70 A.D., and possibly as early as 44 A.D., during the persecution of Agrippa I.

B. More important than discussion on the sources of the gospel is its self-evident unique character which has caused this gospel to be placed first in the New Testament. Its position is assured because its subject matter serves as a bridge between the Old and New Testaments. Matthew’s purpose obviously was to demonstrate that Yeshua- Christ was the promised Messiah of the Old Testament, that He fulfilled the requirements of being the promised King who would be a descendant of David, and that His life and ministry fully support the conclusion that “He is the prophesied Messiah of Israel.”

C. The gospel of Matthew, accordingly, presents Christ’s royal genealogy and the early recognition that He was indeed “the King of the Jews.” These historical materials are followed by the Sermon on the Mount, stating the moral principles of “the prophesied earthly Messianic kingdom of God,” which is given more extensively in Matthew than in the other gospels. The theme is continued by presenting the sayings and the “miracles of Christ” as His credentials prophesied in the Old Testament.

D. Having laid this broad base, Matthew then proceeds to account for the fact that Christ “did not bring in His prophesied kingdom at His first coming.” The growing rejection of Christ, His denunciation of the unbelief of the Jews, and His revelation of truth relating to the period between the two advents (Mt 13) serve to support this point.

E. Beginning in Mt 14, the growing line of rejection leads to the Olivet discourse in Mt 24 and 25, describing the course of the age between the two advents (the inter-advent age), with special reference to the great tribulation just preceding His second coming to the earth. Having set forth the rejection of Christ in the context of ultimate glorification, the gospel of Matthew then records the facts of His death, resurrection, and post-resurrection ministry. (Mt 24-25 provides a capsulized view of the Book of Revelation).

F. As a whole, the gospel of Matthew is not properly designated as only “an apologetic for the Christian faith.” Rather, it was designed to explain to the Jews, who had expected the Messiah when He came to be a conquering king, why instead Christ suffered and died, and why there was the resulting postponement of His triumph to His second coming. The gospel of Matthew, with its many quotations from the Old Testament, is the proper platform on which the later books of the New Testament were drawn. The magnitude of Matthew’s contribution that he wrote, guided by the Spirit of God, fully justified the attitude of the early church, which regarded Matthew as the most important gospel and its contents as fundamental to the Christian faith. 

G. In regard to the return of Jews whom have been scattered from Israel by the Romans, beginning in 70 A.D., it  must be known that the majority of the returning Jews to Israel (Aliyah), are returning in “unbelief” (in regard to their belief in Christ as Messiah) prior to the Tribulation But, it will take place during during the Tribulation, as Jews are coming under the oppression of the forces of the Anti-Christ, that these unbelieving Aliyah Jews will call on Yeshua/Christ, in belief, to save them from individual death, and from the total genocide of the Jewish people (Re following paragraphs 1-4 and their sub paragraphs).

1.  Mt 24:21-22.  The elect in this passage relates to Jews….Amos 3:2.

a. Matthew 24:21-22.   21 For then there will be a great tribulation, such as has not occurred since the beginning of the world until now, nor ever will. 22  Unless those days had been cut short, no life would have been saved; but for the sake of the elect those days will be cut short.

b. Amos 3:2.  “You only have I chosen among all the families of the earth;

2. Mt 24:29-30. The tribes who will mourn, will be “the tribes of Israel.” 

29 But immediately after the tribulation of those days the sun will be darkened, and the moon will not give its light, and the stars will fall from the sky, and the powers of the heavens will be shaken. 30 And then the sign of the Son of Man will appear in the sky, and then all the tribes of the earth will mourn, and they will see the Son of Man coming on the clouds of the sky with power and great glory.

3. Zech 12:10. At the second coming of Christ, Jews will recognize Yeshua/Christ as her Messiah, acknowledging with deep contrition that He was the One of whom their forefathers pierced (John 19:37).

a. Zech 12:10. I will pour out on the house of David and on the inhabitants of Jerusalem, the Spirit of grace and of supplication, so that they will look on Me whom they have pierced; and they will mourn for Him, as one mourns for an only son, and they will weep bitterly over Him like the bitter weeping over a firstborn.

b. John 19:37. “They shall look on Him whom they pierced.” (Jews in the Tribulation will come to belief in Christ, knowing that first century Jews had rejected Yeshua as Israel’s King and Savior. )

H. It is important to know that as the offer of the Messianic Kingdom of God was being offered to the Jews of first century Israel, that never was there a Scripture given that those Jews asked for the details of the Kingdom, or that such details were offered by John, Messiah/Yeshua, or the disciples to the Jews. The reason that no description was made of the kingdom is that those Jews had learned the details of the kingdom through their Jewish education. The Gospel (good news) of the Kingdom (2 Sam 7:8-16) was already known to Jews.  The following information, about the King, Messiah/Yeshua, except where noted, comes from the Moody Bible Commentary (2014), Isaiah General Editors: 1. Michael Rydelnik (Professor of Jewish Studies, Moody Bible Institute: BA., Azusa Pacific University; Th.M., Dallas Theological Seminary; DMISS, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School). 2. Michael Vanlaningham (Professor of Bible, Moody Bible Institute, BA, Nebraska Wesleyan University; MDiv, Talbot Theological Seminary; PhD., Trinity Evangelical Divinity School). Isaiah Commentators, 1.  Dr. Michael Rydelnik (Bio above). 2. James Spencer (Vice President and Dean of Distance Learning, Moody Bible Institute: BS., University of Illinois at Chicago; MA., Wheaton College Graduate School; MDiv., Moody Theological Seminary; PhD., Trinity Evangelical Divinity School). 

1. (Mine) The knowledge of the Gospel (good news) of the death, burial, and resurrection of Messiah/Christ would become common knowledge to Jews and Gentiles (1 Cor 15:1-12), but Jews of first century Israel should have known of the prophecy of such Messianic torture  which was done for the spiritual salvation of the nation of  Israel, and for the eternal individual salvation of Jews and Gentiles, those of whom would come to belief in Messiah/Christ (John 3:16; Acts 16:30-31).  

2.  Isa 53:1-9. The Servant of Isaiah. Israel  finally speaks from the perspective of finally understanding the identify of the Servant (Messiah), after many years of rejection. 

3.  Isa 53:4-6. Israel states that He (Messiah) was punished for her (Israel) own sin. The Servant did indeed take the punishment for sin, and therefore would provide forgiveness to someone who trusts in Him. However, removing the penalty for sin will not remove the presence of sin in a believer’s life until after the resurrection.  In the same way, the forgiveness of sin that causes sickness does not guarantee healing from from diseases until the presence of sin is removed at the resurrection  at the end of days. The substitution of the Servant for the people certainly foretells the sacrifice of the Messiah/Jesus as a sacrifice for the sickness of sin (1 Pet 2:24).

2. Isa 53:5. “by His stripes we are healed.”

a. Israel now understood that the Servant (Messiah) took the punishment (chastening) they deserved, in order to bring their spiritual healing. (Mine) In resurrection bodies (1 Cor 15:53-55), which will be imperishable, in heaven or in the eternal state, those whom are with Messiah/Christ will have the following blessings: Rev 21:3-4, “God, Himself will be among them, and He will wipe away every tear from their eyes; and there will no longer be any mourning, or crying, or pain. ((Ryrie Study Bible note: “People will will enjoy a new intimacy with God and the elimination of those sorrows that sin brings.”).

b. Israel now confesses that upon viewing the Servant’s suffering, the nation had concluded that the Servant was undergoing divine punishment.  He was “stricken, smitten of God, and afflicted (v 4), all terms that indicate punishment for sin. The word “stricken,” means to smite with disease for sin.”

c. Penitent Israel now recognizes that while the Servant was indeed being punished for sin, it was not for His sin, but theirs. The Servant’s suffering included being “pierced though for our transgressions (v 5). The Hebrew word translated “pierced” means “wounded to death,” and conveys a violent and painful death. The Servant was “crushed for our iniquities.” Although the word “crushed” means “broken” or “shattered to pieces,” it is not generally used in a literal way but with a metaphorical sense, as in a “contrite [lit. “crushed”] spirit” (Isa 57:15) or “contrite heart (Isa 51:17). Israel now understood that the Servant took the punishment (chastening) they deserved, that He was being flogged (by His scouring) in order to bring their spiritual healing. The substitution of the Servant for the people certainly foretells the sacrifice of the Messiah Jesus as a sacrifice for the sickness of sin (1 Pet 2:24).

d. Penitent Israel now summarizes what they have learned. They are the ones who have strayed from God “like sheep” and followed their own desires. Consequently, the Lord has caused the punishment for the “iniquity” (guilt) “of us all” to fall on Him (v 6). 

3,  John 19:30, “it is finished.” confirmed that the atonement had now been completed. Since He, Himself, “gave up His spirit,” Christ fulfilled His prophecy that no one could take His life from Him; John 10:11, 15, 17, 18). *Ryrie Study Bible note “It is finished!” Receipts for taxes found in the papyri have written across this single Greek word, which means “paid in full.” The price for our redemption from sin was paid in full by our Lord’s death.

I. As we read through the following Scriptures, it is important to remember that “context is the key to understanding God’s inspired Word.” 2 Timothy 3:16, (Amplified Bible) All Scripture is God-breathed [given by divine inspiration]. Consider Exegesis vs Eisegesis:

a. Exegesis and eisegesis are two conflicting approaches in Bible study. Exegesis is the exposition or explanation of a text based on a careful, objective analysis. The word exegesis literally means “to lead out of.” That means that the interpreter is led to his conclusions by following the text.

b. The opposite approach to Scripture is eisegesis, which is the interpretation of a passage based on a subjective, non-analytical reading. The word eisegesis literally means “to lead into,” which means the interpreter injects his own ideas into the text, making it mean whatever he wants. 

c. Obviously, only exegesis does justice to the text. Eisegesis is a mishandling of the text and often leads to a misinterpretation. Exegesis is concerned with discovering the true meaning of the text, respecting its grammar, syntax, and setting. Eisegesis is concerned only with making a point, even at the expense of the meaning of words.

d. In summary, Exegesis is the process of drawing meaning out of a text based on its original context, while eisegesis involves reading one’s own interpretations or biases into the text

 III. Worship. “Oh What A Savior,” Charles Billingsley, FBC JAX 2015

Zech 14:5. “Then the Lord, my God, will come, and all the holy ones with Him! ” Zech 14: 9 “And the Lord will be king over all the earth…”

I. Introduction. Prophecies Of Messiah – 8 –  Matthew Introduction – Part A

A. This Eternity study focuses on a study of the Bible, which takes place through a consistent, literal, historical, grammatical and contextual interpretation of God’s Inspired Word. The result of this study is accomplished through a systematic exposition of Israel and the End Times, which includes Scripture that is contained in both the Old and New Testaments of the Bible.

B. The contents in this article rely heavily on my study of the commentaries, articles, and discussions of many highly respected theological scholars, It is important to know that before I draw a conclusion on any subject, that I must first have found agreement on the conclusion from the works of such reputable theologians.  

C. For a view of other trusted theological scholars, of whom I have chosen for reference, please click on my Page, “About My References.”

D. Dates that are provided in this article come from the Scofield Study Bible (1909 A.D.) and the Ryrie Study Bible (1986 A.D.). 

II. Prophecies Of Messiah – 8 –  Fulfillment – Matthew Introduction – Part A

A. Well, we’ve finally made it to the Gospel of Matthew. We might wonder how we got here. The journey began in Genesis 12:1-3,” where God provided a blessing upon Abraham, and through Abraham and his seed, which traveled through his son, “Isaac,” and then on through the seed of his son, Jacob, whom God named Israel. It was through the seed of Jacob, that all of the world would be blessed and saved from the results of the fall of Adam and Eve, and the curse which followed. The blessing that God placed upon Abraham, became known as the Abrahamic Covenant, which provided blessings of “the Land Covenant, Davidic Covenant, and New Covenant.” The Abrahamic covenant provided for his blood seed, unconditional promises of “land, seed and blessing.” Through those blessings, were unconditional promises (covenants of promise) for Israel. Through the fulfillment of the “Abrahamic Covenant,” all redeemed Jews and Gentiles will live “eternally” in the eternal state of the New Heaven, New Earth, and New Jerusalem (Rev 21:1-2), and will be present with “the Lord God the Almighty, and the Lamb” (Rev 21:22) “forever and ever” (Rev 22:4). 

B. The Gospel of Matthew tells of the Law, and of a look ahead to the future, literal, physical, earthly Kingdom of God, where Christ will rule and reign for 1,000 years, and then the Eternal State that will follow. Christ gives a prophecy of the Church (Mt 16:17-18, His church), which will not come into being until after His death, burial, and resurrection (Acts 1:1-1:10.)

C. It is important to understand that the audience of Matthew consisted of Jews, those of whom were believers in Christ. The message of Christ to those Jews did not provide “a plan of salvation,” as the target audience had already been saved, having followed the words of Christ in John 3:16, “For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish, but have eternal life.” The purpose of Matthew’s gospel was not to document the gospel of “the death, burial, and resurrection of Christ, ” (1 Cor 15:1-8), but to offer the “prophesied gospel of the  kingdom,” to first century Jews of Israel, which was preached as being the  future, literal, earthly, physical Kingdom of God (Mt 24:14; Messianic, 1,000 year Millennial). Just as any kingdom must be ruled by a king, Matthew showed that Israel must enthrone the king of Yahweh’s own choosing, per the Mosaic Covenant (Deuteronomy 17:15). The Mosaic Covenant, and dispensation of Law, would continue until after the Crucifixion, Resurrection, and Ascension of Christ to Heaven (Acts 1:4-9). “where the Holy Spirit descended from heaven upon the Jews in Jerusalem, binging an end to the Dispensation of Law, and bringing in the Dispensation of Grace, and the Church Age (Acts 2:1-2. It can be seen that the offer of the Kingdom of God, had a purpose of saving Jews from those oppressive kingdoms which had oppressed Israel ever since the Jews of Judea  were taken captive by the Babylonians, in 586 B.C. The oppression of Israel continued by the kingdoms of:  the Medes and Persians (538-333 B.C.; the Greeks, (333-63 B.C.), and then by the Romans, where the Romans defeated the Greek empire, and continued the oppression of Israel through the time of Christ, and until the destruction of the Second Temple in Jerusalem in AD 70 by the Romans. In 1948 dispersed Jews began a return to their promised Land of Israel from Europe, after the “1941 to 1945 Holocaust,” when Nazi Germany and its collaborators systematically murdered some six million Jews across German-occupied Europe, which was around two-thirds of Europe’s Jewish population.

D. God is in control of the return of Jews to their home land, which is a definition of Zionism, and has had His hand in the return of Jews to their homeland of Israel. Aliyah is also a term that relates to the the immigration of Jews from the diaspora to, historically, the geographical Land of Israel. God’s part in the return of Jews to Israel is told in the prophecy of Ezekiel in 587 B.C., as is written in the following paragraph, when Jews of Israel had been taken in exile to Babylon, by its by King Nebuchadnezzar, for 70 years of exile. 

THE RESTORATION OF JEWS TO THEIR LAND. “Ezekiel 36:1. And you, son of man, prophesy to the mountains of Israel and say, ‘O mountains of Israel, hear the word of the Lord.” “36:12 Yes, I will cause men—My people Israel—to walk on you and possess you, so that you will become their inheritance and never again bereave them of children.” “36:24. For I will take you from the nations, gather you from all the lands,  and bring you into your own land.”

E. Matthew’s Gospel documents the offer of the kingdom by Christ to Israel, and only to  Jews, not Gentiles of Samaritans. This offer was made  by John the Baptist (Mt 3:2); by Christ (Mt 4:17), and the disciples (Mt 10:5-7). The message was that “the kingdom was near “(not here). Being near was that Messiah had come, and the Kingdom would follow, if Israel were to receive her King, “Christ.” But, the kingdom was “not here” because Israel had “not” received her king.  The kingdom, had not come, has not come, and will not come until Israel calls on Christ (Mt 23:38); which will not occur until Israel calls on Christ, in belief (Zech 12:10); which will not happen until the end of the Tribulation (Mt 24:21, 22b; 29-30) when the forces of Satan are in the process of decimating Israel. 

F. In the message of Christ to Israel (He didn’t offer the kingdom to Gentiles or Samaritans, Mt 10:5-7), He told the Jews of first century Israel, who were living under the Law, of the conditions of the Law that will exist during the Kingdom Age. He related the severity of discipline and punishment of the Law (e.g., Sodomy or homosexuality is to be punished by the death of both parties involved, Lev 18:22, 29; 20:13); carnal relations with a beast required the execution of both the man and the animal, (Lev 18:23; 20:15) ; both of which were examples of punishment which will be executed during the Kingdom age.

G. In the Old Testament, righteousness is often associated with justice and adherence to God’s law. The Hebrew word for righteousness, “tsedeq,” conveys the idea of being right or just.

H. The Law given to Moses further underscores God’s desire for His people to live righteously. Deu 6:25 states, “And if we are careful to observe every one of these commandments before the LORD our God, as He has commanded us, then that will be our righteousness.”

I. It is important to understand that the Church is not under the Sermon on the Mount (Mt 5-7), (e.g., Mt 5:29-30 plucking out and eyes; cutting of limbs). The book of Leviticus is a part of the Torah.   The definition of the word “Torah”  is literally, “instruction.” When Jews say “Torah,” they’re most likely speaking of the first five books of the Bible (Books of Moses), which is the foundation of all Jewish instruction and guidance. God required violators of the Law to come under strict discipline and severe punishment. The same system of discipline and punishment will be present during the Kingdom age for unresurrected people, as explained in paragraph M.

M. At the end of the Tribulation, those of whom had been saved (Mt 25:35-40) but not resurrected, will enter the Kingdom in mortal bodies (still having a sin nature), (Mt 25:33-34); they will be able to bear children. Children whom are born of such unresurrected parents, will also have mortal bodies and sin natures. Such parents and children will come under the teachings of Christ (Isa 2:1-3 Zech 8:20-23). But, many of those unresurrected parents and children, may not submit to Christ’s teachings, and will rebel against Him at the end of the Kingdom (Rev 20:7-10). 

N. Prior to the Kingdom Age, the church will have been caught up to heaven (Jn 14:1-3; 1 Cor 15:50-54; 1 Thes 4:13-18). Therefore, no church (born again believers in Christ) will be present on earth  during the Tribulation. There will be a false church (of those not being born again) during the Tribulation (Rev 17:1-14). Matthew tells of the rejection of Christ by Israel (Mt 12:24). He also  tells of the Tribulation Age, Christ’s second coming,  and the post Tribulation judgments (Mt 24-25). Christ told of many other things, many of which will be discussed in the following Chapter studies of Matthew.

III. Worship. Hunger For Holiness (2016) – Carman Licciardello (Deceased, 2021).

Zech 14:5. “Then the Lord, my God, will come, and all the holy ones with Him! ” Zech 14: 9 “And the Lord will be king over all the earth…”

I. Introduction. Prophecies Of Messiah – 7 –  The New Covenant.

A. This Eternity study focuses on a study of the Bible, which takes place through a consistent, literal, historical, grammatical and contextual interpretation of God’s Inspired Word. The result of this study is accomplished through a systematic exposition of Israel and the End Times, which includes Scripture that is contained in both the Old and New Testaments of the Bible.

B. The contents in this article rely heavily on my study of the commentaries, articles, and discussions of many highly respected theological scholars, It is important to know that before I draw a conclusion on any subject, that I must first have found agreement on the conclusion from the works of such reputable theologians.  

C. For a view of other trusted theological scholars, of whom I have chosen for reference, please click on my Page, “About My References.”

D. Dates that are provided in this article come from the Scofield Study Bible (1909 A.D.) and the Ryrie Study Bible (1986 A.D.). 

II. Prophecies Of Messiah – 7 –  The New  Covenant. – The Promises of the New Covenant with Israel.

A. The New Testament by its very name proclaims the universal recognition that a new covenant was made by our Lord Jesus Christ. The title, applied to all the books of the Bible written after Christ, stands in contrast to the Old Testament or Old Covenant. In common discourse, the term “New Testament” has become almost a cliché, used to represent the books as such, rather than their content. The term is, however, Biblical and filled with great significance. Its interpretation bears on soteriology, ecclesiology, and eschatology in particular, and it colors theology as a whole.

B. The particular aspect of the new covenant is the relation of the new covenant to Israel, specifically, the question of whether the new covenant promised Israel in the Old Testament will have literal fulfillment. In the hours of Israel’s apostasy and departure from God, the prophets mingled their predictions of dire judgment with glowing promises of a future in which Israel would have spiritual and temporal well-being (Temporal refers to things related to the physical world or practical matters, as opposed to spiritual ones).

C. The major passage in the Old Testament, and the only one to use the specific term “new covenant,”  is found in Jeremiah 31:31-34:“Behold, the days come, says Yahweh, that I will make a new covenant with the house of Israel, and with the house of Judah: not according to the covenant that I made with their fathers in the day that I took them by the hand to bring them out of the land of Egypt; which my covenant they broke, although I was a husband unto them, says Yahweh. But this is the covenant that I will make with the house of Israel after those days, says Yahweh: I will put my law in their inward parts, and in their hearts will I write it; and I will be their God, and they shall be my people. And they shall teach no more every man his neighbor, and every man his brother, saying, “know Yahweh”; for they shall all know me, from the least of them unto the greatest of them, says Yahweh: for I will forgive their iniquity, and their sin will I remember no more.”

D. The issue being considered is whether these promises are now being fulfilled to the church, or to the Jews in the church in this age. In this light, the provisions of the covenant are to be noted in the following particulars: (1) It is specifically a covenant with “the house of Israel, and with the house of Judah.” (2) It is contrasted with the Mosaic covenant which also was with Israel only and not with any other people. (3) The covenant will be fulfilled “after those days,” i.e., after the days of judgment and affliction described in the preceding context, also Jeremiah 30:7. (4) The Law is to be written in their hearts, in their “inward parts,” in contrast to the Mosaic law which was written in tables of stone. (5) Yahweh will be their God and Israel will be His people; this relationship will be mutually and publicly recognized by both parties. (6) There will be no need to proclaim the truth concerning Yahweh as all will know Him, “from the least of them unto the greatest of them.” (7) Their sins will be forgiven and remembered no more.

E. While certain aspects of this covenant correspond to spiritual blessings realized by the people of God in this age, it is not difficult to see that the provisions of the covenant are not fulfilled in any literal sense in this age. The covenant is specifically made with Israel, a name which is never used in the New Testament in reference to Gentiles, as brought out in many articles on eschatological problems. The  New Covenant provides that God will be their God, and Israel shall be His people. Obviously this involves more than ever existed in the Old Testament. It is a relationship to Israel “as a group ,” and premises a public manifestation of God’s blessing on them. Certainly this has no fulfillment in the present day or in any period since apostolic times. A most distinctive promise is that “all” will know Yahweh. This has never been true of the world and is not true today. The church in the world is given a commission to proclaim the Gospel to a world that” knows not God,” to teach the truth to those who have believed in Him. There is no evidence, whatever, that the day will ever come when all will know Yahweh until the full revelation is given by the personal return of Christ (Mt 24:29-30). The argument that this covenant is fulfilled in the present age hinges then on spiritualizing the key word, “Israel,” and ignoring some of the most striking aspects of the covenant.

F. While Jeremiah 31:-34 is the only reference specifically to the new covenant with Israel in the Old Testament, it cannot be doubted that many other passages refer to the same covenant, particularly the expression “everlasting covenant.” In this description its character as unconditional and eternal is emphasized instead of its difference in quality to the Mosaic covenant. All of God’s covenants with Israel except the Mosaic are described as “everlasting,” and it is necessary to consider the context to determine the reference in each case. In most instances the reference is clear.

G. In Isaiah 61:8-9,  certain aspects of the new covenant are emphasized and enlarged: “…I will make an everlasting covenant with them. And their seed shall be known among the nations, and their offspring among the peoples: all that see them shall acknowledge them, that they are the seed which Yahweh has blessed.” Here is confirmed and enlarged what is revealed later, chronologically, by Jeremiah. Israel is to be publicly blessed before all the peoples of the world. As in the Jeremiah passage, these promises follow the predictions of judgment and are associated with Israel’s restoration as a nation and restoration to their land.

H. Jeremiah himself adds to the new covenant in 32:37-40 of his prophecy. The same features as appear in the new covenant are reiterated: (1) Israel is to be God’s people; (2) a changed heart; (3) God will do them good forever. Some additions to the covenant are also brought out clearly. The fulfillment of the new covenant is conditioned on the regathering of Israel from their world-wide dispersion (Jer 32:37) and their permanent establishing in their ancient land . These additions are important because there is nothing in the present age which fulfills these prophecies even, spiritually.

I. The key to understanding the New Covenant, is to understanding that this Covenant of Promise:

a. Is between Yahweh and Jews (Jer 31:31, Behold, days are coming,” declares the Lord, “when I will make a new covenant with the house of Israel and with the house of Judah”).

b. Will be fulfilled at the second coming of Christ to physically stand on Earth, to rule and reign for 1,000 years in the literal, earthly, Messianic Kingdom of God (Mt 24:29-31; Zech 14:1-4, 9; Rev 19:11-20:6:). 

c. Resurrected and raptured pre kingdom Jews and Gentiles will rule and reign with Christ in the future earthly Kingdom (OT Jews: Daniel 12:2-3; Matt 19:28; Saved Jews and Gentiles 1 Cor 6:2; Matt 20:4-6). 

J. The above information comes from an article that was written by  Dr. John F. Walvoord, B.A., M.A., Th. B., Th. M., Th. D., D. Div., Lit. D. (Dr. Walvoord taught at Dallas Theological Seminary for 50 years, during which time he was President for 34 years, dying at age 92.)

 III. Worship. Rodney Brooks, “The Anchor Holds,” FBC/JAX, 1998.  John 10:27-30. 

Zech 14:5. “Then the Lord, my God, will come, and all the holy ones with Him! ” Zech 14: 9 “And the Lord will be king over all the earth…”

I. Introduction. Prophecies Of Messiah – 6 –  The Davidic Covenant.

A. This Eternity study focuses on a study of the Bible, which takes place through a consistent, literal, grammatical, historical, and contextual interpretation of God’s Inspired Word. The result of this study is accomplished through a systematic exposition of Israel and the End Times, which includes Scripture that is contained in both the Old and New Testaments of the Bible.

B. The contents in this article rely heavily on my study of the commentaries, articles, and discussions of many highly respected theological scholars, It is important to know that before I draw a conclusion on any subject, that I must first have found agreement on the conclusion from the works of such reputable theologians.  

C. For a view of other trusted theological scholars, of whom I have chosen for reference, please click on my Page, “About My References.”

D. Dates that are provided in this article come from the Scofield Study Bible (1909 A.D.) and the Ryrie Study Bible (1986 A.D.). 

II. Prophecies Of Messiah – 6 –  The Davidic  Covenant (aka The literal, earthly, physical, Kingdom of God, Messianic Kingdom, Millennial Kingdom).

A. The Davidic Covenant refers to God’s promises to David through Nathan the prophet and is found in 2 Samuel 7 and later summarized in 1 Chronicles 17:11-14,  and 2 Chronicles 5:16. This is an unconditional covenant made between God and David through which God promises David and Israel that the Messiah (Jesus Christ) would come from the lineage of David and the tribe of Judah and would establish a kingdom that would endure forever. The Davidic Covenant is unconditional because God does not place any conditions of obedience upon its fulfillment. The surety of the promises made rests solely on God’s faithfulness and does not depend at all on David or Israel’s obedience.

B. The Davidic Covenant centers on several key promises that are made to 

1. David. First, God reaffirms the promise of the land that He made in the first two covenants with Israel (the Abrahamic and Mosaic Covenants). This promise is seen in 2 Samuel 7:10,  “I will provide a place for my people Israel, and will plant them so that they can have a home of their own and no longer be disturbed. Wicked people will not oppress them anymore.” 

2. God then promises that David’s son will succeed him as king of Israel and that this son (Solomon) would build the temple. This promise is seen in 2 Sam 7:12-13, ” I will raise up your offspring to succeed you, your own flesh and blood, and I will establish his kingdom. He is the one who will build a house for my Name.”

3. But then the promise continues and expands: “I will establish the throne of his kingdom forever” (verse 13), and “Your house and your kingdom will endure forever before me; your throne will be established forever” (verse 16). What began as a promise that David’s son Solomon would be blessed and build the temple turns into something different, which is the promise of an everlasting kingdom. Another Son of David would rule forever and build a lasting House. This is a reference to the Messiah, Jesus Christ, called the Son of David in Matthew 21:9.

C. The promise that David’s “house,” “kingdom,” and “throne” will be established forever is significant because it shows that the Messiah will come from the lineage of David, and that He will establish a kingdom from which He will reign. The covenant is summarized by the words “house,” promising a dynasty in the lineage of David; “kingdom,” referring to a people who are governed by a king; “throne,” emphasizing the authority of the king’s rule; and “forever,” emphasizing the eternal and unconditional nature of this promise to David and Israel.

D. Other references to the Davidic Covenant are found in:

1. Jeremiah 23:5.  Behold, the days come, says the LORD, that I will raise unto David a righteous Branch, and a King shall reign and prosper and shall execute judgment and righteousness in the earth.

2  Jeremiah 30:9. but they shall serve the LORD their God, and David their king, whom I will raise up unto them.

3. Isaiah 9:7 The multitude of His dominion and the peace shall have no end upon the throne of David and upon His Kingdom, ordering it and confirming it in judgment and in righteousness from now on even for ever. The zeal of the LORD of the hosts will perform this. 

4. Isaiah 11:1 And there shall come forth a rod out of the stem of Jesse, and a Branch shall grow out of his roots:

5. Luke 1:32 He shall be great and shall be called the Son of the Highest, and the Lord God shall give unto Him the throne of His father David;

6. Luke 1:69. And has raised up a horn of saving health for us in the house of his servant David,

7. Acts 13:34 And as concerning that He raised Him up from the dead, now no more to return to corruption, He said this, I will give you the sure mercies promised to David.

8. Revelation 3:7 And to the angel of the congregation  in Philadelphia write; These things, says He that is Holy and True, He who has the key of David, who opens and no one shuts and shuts, and no one opens;

III. Worship. “You are my Hiding Place” at Hickory Grove Baptist Church (North Campus)~ Charlotte NC.

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Zech 14:5. “Then the Lord, my God, will come, and all the holy ones with Him! ” Zech 14: 9 “And the Lord will be king over all the earth…”

I. Introduction. Prophecies Of Messiah – 5 –  The Land Covenant

A. This Eternity study focuses on a study of the Bible, which takes place through a consistent, literal, historical, grammatical and contextual interpretation of God’s Inspired Word. The result of this study is accomplished through a systematic exposition of Israel and the End Times, which includes Scripture that is contained in both the Old and New Testaments of the Bible.

B. The contents in this article rely heavily on my study of the commentaries, articles, and discussions of many highly respected theological scholars, It is important to know that before I draw a conclusion on any subject, that I must first have found agreement on the conclusion from the works of such reputable theologians.  

C. For a view of other trusted theological scholars, of whom I have chosen for reference, please click on my Page, “About My References.”

D. Dates that are provided in this article come from the Scofield Study Bible (1909 A.D.) and the Ryrie Study Bible (1986 A.D.).

II. The Importance Of The Abrahamic Covenant.

A. The first of the four great determinative covenants made by God with the nation Israel was the Abrahamic covenant, which must be considered as the basis of the entire covenant program of promise. The remaining three sub-covenants of the Abrahamic Covenant are the Land Covenant, Davidic Covenant, and New Covenant. Before we take on an understanding of the Gospel of Matthew, an understanding of these four Covenants of Promise between God and Abraham, through Israel, must be understood. It will be seen in Matthew’s Gospel that the Jews of first century Israel already were knowledgeable of the Covenants of Promise, prior to when Yeshua/Messiah offered the earthly Kingdom of God to them (Matt 3:2). It will also be seen that never was an explanation of the Abrahamic Covenant made to the Jews of first century Israel in any of the Gospels. The details of the Abrahamic Covenant was already made known to pre Gospel Jews through their Jewish religious education. 

B. There are many Scripture in reference to the covenant into which God entered into with Abraham, with its fulfillment being accomplished through Israel; its application is seen in many different realms. This covenant has an important bearing on the doctrine of Soteriology,(the doctrine of salvation). Paul, in writing to the Galatians, shows that believers enter into the blessings promised to Abraham:

1. The argument of Paul in Romans is based upon this same covenant promise made with Abraham 

2. Immediately after the fall of man, God revealed His purpose to provide salvation for sinners. This program was gradually unfolded by God to man. The promise made to Abraham represents a determinative step in this revelation. Therefore, we will begin a brief study of these three Abrahamic sub-covenants (Land, Davidic, New). 

3. See Notes below in paragraph C.

C. Notes. 1. Galatians 3:14, 29; 4:22-31. 2. Romans 4:1-25.

III. Prophecies Of Messiah – 5 –  The Land Covenant.

A. The Land Covenant is recorded in Deuteronomy 29:1-29 and Deu 30:1-10, and was made between God and Israel just before Moses died and Israel entered the Promised Land. This covenant is called the Land Covenant because many of its promises relate to Israel’s possession of the land (Land of Israel). God made this covenant with Israel after the Mosaic Covenant and after Israel had wandered in the wilderness for forty years. God made this covenant with the nation of Israel while they were in Moab waiting to go into the Promised Land (of Israel). The land covenant would serve this new generation of Israelites as a reminder of their special covenant relationship with God.

B. The “Land Covenant” has many similarities to the Mosaic Covenant that was made at Mount Sinai, but is a separate and distinct covenant as clearly seen in Deu 29:1. “These are the words of the covenant which the Lord commanded Moses to make with the children of Israel in the land of Moab, besides the covenant which He made with them in Horeb.” Before making this covenant with Israel, God reminded them that if they obeyed the Mosaic Law, He would bless the nation abundantly and warned them that disobedience to the Law would result in His cursing the nation (Deu 28:1-68). 

C. Besides the promises that God would bless the Jews, if they obeyed His commandments, and curse them if they disobeyed, the Land Covenant also contains some special promises to Israel that many believe will not be completely fulfilled until the millennial reign of Christ. 

a. First. God promised to gather the scattered Israelites from all over the world and to bring them back into the land He had promised to their ancestors (Deu 30:3-5).

b. Second. God promised to regenerate the Israelites of that time and their descendants by circumcising their hearts so that they would love Him totally (Deu 30:6).

c. Third. God promised to judge Israel’s enemies (Deu 30:7). 

d. Fourth. He promised that the Israelites would obey God and that God would prosper them in their obedience (Deu 30:8-9). 

e. While some might see these promises being fulfilled when Israel was returned from captivity in Babylon, at the time of Ezra and Nehemiah, there seem to be some aspects of this that have not been fully realized yet.  For example, the promised restoration of Israel to the land would not happen until all the blessings and curses promised them were fulfilled (Deu 30:1). 

D. We know that Israel, as a nation, rejected Jesus Christ as their Messiah, and was once again cursed and cut off from the land when the Romans conquered Jerusalem in 70 A.D. We also know that one of the promises in this covenant was that God would circumcise their hearts (Deu 30:6), so that they and their descendants would obey Him (Deu 30:8). These same promises are repeated in Jeremiah 32:36-44 and Ezekiel 36:22-38, and are part of the blessings and promises of the New Covenant. Additionally, it seems that the final, or ultimate, restoration of Israel to the land, and to an everlasting relationship with God, is what Paul is looking forward to in Romans 11:25-26 when he says that “a partial hardening has happened to Israel until the fullness of the Gentiles has come in and thus all Israel will be saved.”

E. The Land Covenant also serves to reinforce the promises of God that were made to Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, in that God would establish Israel as His chosen people (Deu 29:13). Even though God set before Israel the promise of His blessings for obedience and His curses for disobedience, He knew full well that they would turn from Him and His covenant, and turn to idols. This is why God also promised to, one day, restore the Jews to the land and have compassion on them (Deu 30:1-3). Therefore, the ultimate outcome of this covenant does not depend on Israel and its obedience, but instead it depends on God and His faithfulness. The Land Covenant focuses on what God is going to do, more than what Israel is supposed to do. While Israel’s prosperity is closely tied to her obedience to God’s commands, and they will still be punished for their disobedience to God, there is coming a day when God will return them to the land (the full extent of the land as outlined in Gen 15:18-21), and they will possess it, and God will bless them forever.

F. At that time God will circumcise their hearts so they will obey Him (Deu 30:6). This covenant is, again, reaffirming the Abrahamic Covenant in that someday the seed of Abraham will possess the Promised Land forever. Unlike the Mosaic Covenant whose promises are conditional upon Israel’s obedience to the Law, ultimate fulfillment of the promises of the Land Covenant are not dependent upon Israel’s obedience. Instead, the Land Covenant is an unconditional, eternal covenant (Ezek 16:60) because it is a part of the Abrahamic Covenant and an amplification of it.

G. The Bible never uses the term “Palestinian Covenant,” and Moses certainly never would have called the land “Palestine,” but the term “Palestinian Covenant” has become common usage, and is wrong The Bible has no such words as “Land of Palestine.” but there are 256 verses that state “land of Israel,” or relate directly to it.

IV. Worship. Charles Billingsley, “When I Don’t Know What To Do.”

Zech 14:5. “Then the Lord, my God, will come, and all the holy ones with Him! ” Zech 14: 9 “And the Lord will be king over all the earth…”

I. Introduction. Prophecies Of Messiah – 4 – Kingdom Conditions.

A. This Eternity study focuses on a study of the Bible, which takes place through a consistent, literal, historical, grammatical and contextual interpretation of God’s Inspired Word. The result of this study is accomplished through a systematic exposition of Israel and the End Times, which includes Scripture that is contained in both the Old and New Testaments of the Bible.

B. The contents in this article rely heavily on my study of the commentaries, articles, and discussions of many highly respected theological scholars, It is important to know that before I draw a conclusion on any subject, that I must first have found agreement on the conclusion from the works of such reputable theologians.  

C. For a view of other trusted theological scholars, of whom I have chosen for reference, please click on my Page, “About My References.”

D. Dates that are provided in this article come from the Scofield Study Bible (1909 A.D.) and the Ryrie Study Bible (1986 A.D.).

II. Prophecies Of Messiah – Kingdom Conditions –  A View of the iteral and earthly Kingdom of God (1,000 Messianic Kingdom). 

A. The Settlers Of The Kingdom.

1.  The Saints Who Return With Christ (Revelation 19:11-14)

2. The Resurrected Tribulation Saints (Revelation 20:4-6)

3.  The Surviving Tribulation Saints (Matthew 24:13, 21-22)

4. The Righteous Nations (Matthew 25:31-40). They will inherit the Kingdom (Mt 25:34). Note that these last two groups enter the kingdom in human bodies of human flesh, and will have children during the kingdom age, who will have to come to belief in Messiah in order to enter the Eternal State of the New Heaven, New Earth and New Jerusalem (Rev 21:1-2). (Nations relates to the Gentile people of the Gentile nations).

B. The Setting Of The Kingdom. 

1. The Devil is Bound (Revelation 20:1-3)

2. Messiah/Christ is on the Throne (Revelation 19:15-16)  

3. Nature is at Peace (Isaiah 11:6-9; Isaiah 65:25)

4. The World is at Peace (Isaiah 2:4; Isaiah 32:17-18; Ezekiel 34:28 

5. It is a Time of Holiness (Isaiah 4:3-4; Isaiah 35:8-10; Zephaniah 3:11-13; Zechariah 14:20-21)

6. It is a Time of Joy (Isaiah 65:18-20) 

7. It is a Time of Prosperity (Isaiah 35:1-2; Amos 9:13-14)

C. The Setup Of The Kingdom. 

1. Yeshua/Messiah will Reign as King (Isaiah 9:6-7; Luke 1:31-33). 

2. Jerusalem will be His Capital (Isaiah 2:2-4; Jeremiah 3:17; Zechariah 8:1-8). 

3. The Saints (Jew and Gentile) will Rule with Christ (Matthew 19:28; 1 Corinthians 6:2; 2 Timothy 2:12; Revelation 5:9-10). 

4. Christ will Rule with a Rod of Iron (Psalm 2:8-12; Zechariah 14:16-19; Matthew 5:21-26; Revelation 19:15). 

a. Children will be born to those who pass from the tribulation to the kingdom in non-resurrected bodies (Zechariah 8:5; Isaiah 65:20; Matthew 25:1-34). 

b. As such, these kingdom-born children will have a sin nature in a perfect environment (Revelation 20:7-9)

II. The End Of The Kingdom. The “Great White Throne Judgment.” (Rev 20:11)

A. Sinners Judged. Revelation 20:11-15. Here is pictured the judgment of the unbelieving dead. It occurs at the close of the Millennial Kingdom Age; it is based on works, in order to show the punishment that is deserved (vs 12, though, of course, these unsaved people are first of all in this judgment because they rejected Christ as Savior during their lifetimes); and it results in everyone in this judgment being cast into the lake of fire. This is the resurrection of Judgment (John 5:29). 

B. “Before the throne, ” upon which Christ sits as Judge (vs 11, John 5:22, 27). 

C. The wicked dead will receive some kind of resurrection body in which they will be tormented forever. 

III. Beyond The Kingdom. The Day Of The Lord will begin unexpectedly at the beginning of the Tribulation (like a thief, 1 Thes 5;2) and end at the conclusion of the Millennial Kingdom Age with the destruction of the heavens and earth (Rev 21:1). 

A. The destruction of the earth. 2 Peter 3:10. But the day of the Lord will come like a thief, in which the heavens will pass away with a roar and the elements will be destroyed with intense heat, and the earth and its works will be burned up.. (2 Peter 3:1-10). 

B. A new heaven and a new earth. “heavens will pass away.” This refers to the close of the “Day of the Lord” at the end of the millennium, when the destruction of the heavens and the earth ends the “Day of the Lord.” 

C. The Eternal State. Rev 21:1-22:5. (New Heaven, New Earth, New Jerusalem).

1. New Heaven, New Earth.. Rev 21:1.

2. The descent of the New Jerusalem. Rev 21:2

3. Description of the New Jerusalem. Rev 21:9-27.

4. Delights of the New Jerusalem. Rev 22:1-5 

a. No curse; the throne of God and the Lamb will be in the City.  Rev 22:3-4

b. No night, or need of a lamp or the sun, because the Lord God will illumine its inhabitants (the redeemed) and they will reign forever and ever.  Rev 22:5.

IV. Worship.

Gaither Singers. – I Know Who Holds Tomorrow

 Zech 14:5. “Then the Lord, my God, will come, and all the holy ones with Him! ” Zech 14: 9 “And the Lord will be king over all the earth…”

I. Introduction. Prophecies Of Messiah – 3 – Abrahamic Covenant.

A. This Eternity study focuses on a study of the Bible, which takes place through a consistent, literal, historical, grammatical and contextual interpretation of God’s Inspired Word. The result of this study is accomplished through a systematic exposition of “Israel and the End Times,” which includes Scripture that is contained in both the Old and New Testaments of the Bible.

B. The contents in this article rely heavily on my study of the commentaries, articles, and discussions of many highly respected theological scholars. It is important to know that before I draw a conclusion on any subject, that I must first have found agreement on the conclusion from the works of such reputable theologians.  

C. For a view of other trusted theological scholars, of whom I have chosen for reference, please click on my Page, “About My References.”

D. Dates that are provided in this article come from the Scofield Study Bible (1909 A.D.) and the Ryrie Study Bible (1986 A.D.).

II. The Abrahamic Covenant  Overview.

A. The Old Testament contains numerous prophecies that outline the characteristics and actions of the coming Messiah. These prophecies serve as a framework for identifying the Messiah through specific prophetic signs. In the New Testament, the life and ministry of Jesus Christ are presented as the fulfillment of these Messianic signs. We are following a journey of the fulfillment of the Abrahamic Covenant (Genesis 12:1-3, 7; 13:14-17; 15;1-21), which consists of  the Land Covenant (Deuteronomy 29-30 [30;1-4]),  the Davidic  Covenant (2 Samuel 7:8-16 and 1 Chronicles 17:8-14). and the New Covenant (Jeremiah 31:31-24). Each of these covenants are known as Covenants of Promise, with God making the Covenants, guaranteed and unconditional,  between Him and His chose people, Israel (Deuteronomy 14:4).

B. The Abrahamic Covenant’s promises of “land, seed, and blessing,” (Genesis 12:1-3), are given greater clarification in the three sub covenants that God entered into with the nation of Israel. When these three promises, and their amplification are correctly interpreted, they call for a future earthly Messianic kingdom. 

C. In addition to being literal and reliable, as well as the basis for the sub-covenants (Land, Davidic, New) with Israel, it is also important to understand the Abrahamic Covenant’s unconditional nature. A conditional promise rests on the performance of one of the contracting parties before the other party renders contractual service. An unconditional promise obligates a contracting party to act, regardless of the performance of the other contracting party; these promises are not conditional. If the promises were conditional, God would be obligated to fulfill His covenantal obligations only after Israel first would have obeyed by performing and fulfilling her condition. However, these promises are, in actuality, unconditional. In other words, the ultimate performance of these promises rests solely on what God has obligated Himself to do, regardless of the performance of Israel.

D. In order for the the Abrahamic Covenant to be understood, (as previously stated) it must be studied in a consistent, literal, earthly, grammatical, historic, and unconditional context. It is important to understand the Five W’s of interpretation (who, what, where, when and why, and sometimes how). 

E. An understanding of Dispensations and Covenants is key to understanding God’s plan for the salvation of Jews and Gentiles. Drs. C.I.  Scofield and Charles C. Ryrie, as well as other dispensational writers,  have written on the such subjects. It is important to know that the Abrahamic Covenant will not be fulfilled until Jews are back in the Land of Israel, as part of the literal and earthly Messianic Kingdom.  We will look at the dispensations of time that the Scofield Study Bible, and Ryrie book, “Dispensational,” have explained. Within the dispensations, are the Covenants of Promise: Abrahamic, Land, Davidic, New, which provide for Israel, “land, seed, and blessing.”

F. A description of Dispensations is shown in Genesis 1:28, with supporting notes. “God blessed them; and God said to them, “Be fruitful and multiply, and fill the earth, and subdue it; and rule over the fish of the sea and over the birds of the sky and over every living thing that moves on the earth.”

III. Dispensations. 

1. A dispensation is a period of time during which man is tested in respect of obedience to some specific revelation of the will of God. Seven such dispensations are distinguished in Scripture. 

a. Dispensational Statement. Sugarland Bible Church, Sugarland, Texas. A Dispensation is a specific manner in which God governs during a particular period of time. We are a dispensational church. That is, we believe that God has chosen to administer or govern His purpose on earth through man under varying dispensations. These changes in government are a result of God’s choice, and do not indicate that His character ever changes. At least three of these dispensations are mentioned in the Bible and are the subject of extended revelation, viz.: the Dispensation of the Mosaic Law, the present Dispensation of Grace, and the future Dispensation of the Millennial Kingdom. In interpreting the Bible, we believe that these are distinct and should not be intermingled or confused.

b. Dispensational Statement. Dallas Theological Seminary (excerpt). We believe that the dispensations are not ways of salvation. 

c. John Nelson Darby (1800-1882). John Nelson Darby is known as the founder of dispensationalism, a theological system that interprets the Bible as divided into distinct periods or “dispensations” in which God interacts with humanity in different ways. His teachings, were particularly on the pre-tribulation rapture and the distinction between the church and Israel. (It must be known that John Nelson Darby did not create dispensationalism, or the pre-tribulation rapture, but made known his findings on such studies).

2. And God Blessed Them.

The First Dispensation: Innocence. Man was created in innocence, placed in a perfect environment, subjected to an absolutely simple test, and warned of the consequence of disobedience. The woman fell through pride; the man deliberately. 1 Tim 2:14. God restored His sinning creatures, but the dispensation of innocence ended in the judgment of the Expulsion from the Garden of Eden.  See below for a list of the dispensations;

a. Innocence. Gen 1:28-3:6.

b. Conscience, or moral responsibility. Gen 3:7-8:14.

c. Civil Government. Gen 8:15-11:32.

d. Patriarchal Rule. Gen 12:1-Ex 18:27. The Abrahamic Covenant begins at Gen 12:1. 

e. Mosaic Law. Ex 19:1-Acts 2:1.

f. Grace. Acts 2:1- Rev 19:21.

g. Kingdom/Millennium. Rev 20:1-15 The Abrahamic Covenant is fulfilled here. 

The principles  of the Abrahamic covenant in its past and future fulfillments may be summed in their evidence for a future for Israel as a nation, for a future fulfillment of their possession of the land, and of their future enjoyment of the fullness of blessing which God promised Abraham’s seed. (Per Dr. John F. Walvoord, B.A., M.A., Th. B., Th. M., Th. D., D. Div., Litt. D. Dr. Walvoord taught at Dallas Theological Seminary for 50 years, during which time he was President for 34 years, dying at age 92.)

IV. Worship. Beulah Land. 

The term “Beulah” (Hebrew: בְּעוּלָה, bə‘ûlāh) appears in Isaiah 62:4  as a descriptor for the land belonging to the people of God, indicating that it is to be symbolically “married” or joined with the Lord’s favor. The etymology of the word conveys the idea of being claimed, possessed, or united in covenant. In common usage today, “Beulah Land” is often understood as a poetic reference to a future place or state of blessing and communal fellowship with God.

V. Video. Sweet Beulah Land. Squire Parsons (1948-2025). Singing with Bill and Gloria Gaither Music Group (about 1990). Many of the singers in this video have passed onto “Beulah Land.” Does anybody remember “All Night Gospel Sings?”

 Zech 14:5. “Then the Lord, my God, will come, and all the holy ones with Him! ” Zech 14: 9 “And the Lord will be king over all the earth…”

I. Introduction. Prophecies Of Messiah – Signs And Fulfillment – 2

A. This Eternity study focuses on a study of the Bible, which takes place through a consistent, literal, historical, grammatical and contextual interpretation of God’s Inspired Word. The result of this study is accomplished through a systematic exposition of Israel and the End Times, which includes Scripture that is contained in both the Old and New Testaments of the Bible.

B. The contents in this article rely heavily on my study of the commentaries, articles, and discussions of many highly respected theological scholars, It is important to know that before I draw a conclusion on any subject, that I must first have found agreement on the conclusion from the works of such reputable theologians.  

C. For a view of other trusted theological scholars, of whom I have chosen for reference, please click on my Page, “About My References.”

D. Dates that are provided in this article come from the Scofield Study Bible (1909 A.D.) and the Ryrie Study Bible (1986 A.D.).

II. Overview.

The Old Testament contains numerous prophecies that outline the characteristics and actions of the coming Messiah. These prophecies serve as a framework for identifying the Messiah through specific signs. In the New Testament, the life and ministry of Jesus Christ are presented as the fulfillment of these Messianic signs.

III. Prophetic Signs Of Messiah – Signs And Fulfillment – 2

A. He would be born in Bethlehem.

1. Prophetic Verse. Micah 5:2. “But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, though you are small among the clans of Judah, out of you will come for me, one who will be ruler over Israel, whose origins are from of old,  from ancient times.” (510 B.C.).

2. Fulfillment Verse. Matthew 2:4-6. 4 When he had called together all the people’s chief priests and teachers of the law, he asked them where the Messiah was to be born.  5“In Bethlehem in Judea,” they replied, “for this is what the prophet has written: 6 “‘But you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judah, are by no means least among the rulers of Judah; for out of you will come a ruler who will shepherd my people Israel.’”

B. He would be worshipped by wise men and presented with gifts.

1. Prophetic Verse. Isaiah 60:3,6,9. 3. Nations will come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your dawn. 6. Herds of camels will cover your land; young camels of Midian and Ephah. And all from Sheba will come, bearing gold and incense, and proclaiming the praise of the Lord. 9. ‘Surely the islands look to me; in the lead are the ships of Tarshish, bringing your children from afar, with their silver and gold, to the honor of the Lord your God, the Holy One of Israel. (698 B.C.).

2.Fulfillment Verse. Matthew 2:11. On coming to the house, they saw the child with his mother Mary, and they bowed down and worshiped him. Then they opened their treasures and presented him with gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh. 

C. He would be in Egypt for a season. 

 1. Prophetic Verse. Hosea 11:1. “When Israel was a child, I loved him, and out of Egypt I called my son. (785 B.C.)

2. Fulfillment Verse. . Matthew 2:15. He remained there until the death of Herod. This was to fulfill what had been spoken by the Lord through the prophet: “Out of Egypt I called My Son.”

D. His birthplace would see a massacre of infants 

1. Prophetic Verse, Jeremiah  31:15. This is what the Lord says: A voice is heard in Ramah, mourning and great weeping, Rachel weeping for her children, and refusing to be comforted, because they are no more. (606 B.C.).

2. Fulfillment Verse . Matthew 2:17-18. 17. Then what was said through the prophet Jeremiah was fulfilled: 18. “A voice is heard in Ramah, weeping and great mourning, Rachel weeping for her children  and refusing to be comforted,  because they are no more.”

IV. Worship. God’s Love For Israel. 

A. Video. Paul Wilbur –  Baruch Haba. Blessed Is He Who Comes

V. Messianic Scripture. Fulfilled At Christ’s First Coming.

A. Psalm 118:26. Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord; We have blessed you from the house of the Lord. (Old Testament Prophecy of the following).

B. Matthew 21:9. The crowds going ahead of Him, and those who followed, were shouting, Hosanna to the Son of David; Blessed is He who comes in the Name of the Lord; Hosanna in the highest. (The entry of Yeshua as He entered Jerusalem on Palm Sunday, of the week of passion and  crucifixion of Christ). 

C. Matthew 23:39.  For I say to you, from now on you will not see Me until you say, ‘Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!’” ( Christ addressed the rejection of Him as Messiah by Israel, stating, “I will no longer teach publicly, until you say,”  “blessed is He who comes in the Name of the LORD.” At the second coming of Christ, Israel will recognize and welcome their rejected Messiah, re: Zech 12:10). 

VI. Messianic Prophetic Scripture. Unfulfilled. To  Be Fulfilled At Christ’s Second Coming. 

A. Zechariah 12:10. I will pour out on the house of David and on the inhabitants of Jerusalem, the Spirit of grace and of supplication, so that they will look on Me whom they have pierced; and they will mourn for Him, as one mourns for an only son, and they will weep bitterly over Him like the bitter weeping over a firstborn. 

B. At the second coming of Christ, Israel will recognize Christ as her Messiah, acknowledging with deep contrition that He was the One of whom their forefathers “pierced” (John 19:37). These Jews who will call on Christ, “in belief,” will do so at the end of the tribulation when the forces of Satan are in the process of decimating Israel (Mt 24:21-22). This is an explanation of Romans 11:26. 

C. Romans 11:26 . “in this way[ all Israel will be saved. As it is written: “The deliverer will come from Zion; he will turn godlessness away from Jacob.”  (God will turn again to the Jews, and will save “all Israel” at Christ’s return.).

D. Romans 11:28-29. 28 “As far as the gospel is concerned, they are enemies for your sake; but as far as election is concerned, they are loved on account of the patriarchs, 29 for God’s gifts and his call are irrevocable.  (“Because of the promises that God made to the patriarchs are irrevocable, “Israel must be restored.;”  “Election,” in this context ,relates to the nation of Israel.; Deuteronomy 14:1-2, and not to personal salvation).

E. Deuteronomy 14:1-2. You are the children of the Lord your God. Do not cut yourselves or shave the front of your heads for the dead, 2 for  you are a people holy to the Lord your God. Out of all the peoples on the face of the earth, the Lord has chosen you to be his treasured possession.

F. Deuteronomy 26:18-19, 18 . And the Lord has declared this day that you are his people, his treasured possession as he promised, and that you are to keep all his commands. 19 He has declared that he will set you in praise, fame and honor high above all the nations he has made and that you will be a people holy to the Lord your God, as he promised.

G. Zechariah 2:8. For this is what the Lord Almighty says: “After the Glorious One has sent me against the nations that have plundered you—for whoever touches you touches the apple of his eye  (This will happen following the Tribulation when Messiah judges the nations that plundered Israel (Mt 25:31-46).

H. Zechariah 8:7-8. 7. This is what the Lord Almighty says: “I will save my people from the countries of the east and the west. 8 I will bring them back to live in Jerusalem; they will be my people, and I will be faithful and righteous to them as their God.”  (After the Tribulation (Mt 24:29-31) Yahweh’s angels will return Jews from all corners of the earth to Israel, who will be judged for righteousness (belief in Messiah/Christ), and (God) will restore Israel Ezek 20:33-44). This Ezekiel judgment will be relative to the “sheep and goat judgment” of the Gentiles in Mt 25:31-46. Righteous Jews and Gentiles will enter the Kingdom age (through their belief in Messiah/Christ), where Messiah will rule and reign for 1,000 years. Unrighteous Jews and Gentiles (due to their unbelief in Messiah/Christ), will be taken in death to the Great White Throne Judgment (Mt 20: 10-15). Only believers in Messiah/Christ will be allowed to go from the Tribulation into the Kingdom.

I. Zechariah 8:23. This is what the Lord Almighty says: “In those days ten people from all languages and nations will take firm hold of one Jew by the hem of his robe and say, ‘Let us go with you, because we have heard that God is with you.’” (Gentiles, too, will seek the blessings of God in the Millennial Kingdom of God.

J. Psalm 122:6. ” Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: May those who love you be secure.” (This peace will not be realized until Messiah/Christ returns to earth from heaven at the end of the Tribulation, when “He will rule with a rod of  iron” (Rev 19:11-16); Satan will be bound (‘Rev 20:2); “and Messiah/ Christ will be the LORD and king over all the earth” (Zech 14:1-4, 9)).

Zech 14:5. “Then the Lord, my God, will come, and all the holy ones with Him! ” Zech 14: 9 “And the Lord will be king over all the earth…”

I. Introduction. Prophecies Of Messiah – Signs And Fulfillment.  

A. This Eternity study focuses on a study of the Bible, which takes place through a consistent, literal, historical, grammatical and contextual interpretation of God’s Inspired Word. The result of this study is accomplished through a systematic exposition of Israel and the End Times, which includes Scripture that is contained in both the Old and New Testaments of the Bible.

B. The contents in this article rely heavily on my study of the commentaries, articles, and discussions of many highly respected theological scholars, It is important to know that before I draw a conclusion on any subject, that I must first have found agreement on the conclusion from the works of such reputable theologians.  

C. For a view of other trusted theological scholars, of whom I have chosen for reference, please click on my Page, “About My References.”

D. Dates that are provided in this article come from the Scofield Study Bible (1909 A.D.) and the Ryrie Study Bible (1986 A.D.).

II. Overview.

The Old Testament contains numerous prophecies that outline the characteristics and actions of the coming Messiah. These prophecies serve as a framework for identifying the Messiah through specific signs. In the New Testament, the life and ministry of Jesus Christ are presented as the fulfillment of these Messianic signs.

III. Prophetic Signs Of Messiah –  Part 1. P=Prophetic Verse. F=Fulfillment Verse.  (Revised Geneva Translation). 

A. He would be born of a woman.

1. Prophetic Verse. Gen 3:15. I will also put enmity between you and the woman, and between your seed and her seed. He shall break your head and you shall bruise His heel.  (4004 B.C.?)

2. Fulfillment Verse. Lk 2:7.  And she brought forth her first begotten Son, and wrapped Him in swaddling clothes, and laid Him in a feeding trough (because there was no room for them in the inn).

B. He would be from the line of Abraham 

1. Prophetic Verse. Gen 12:3, 7.  3 “I will also bless those who bless you and curse those who curse you; and in you shall all families of the Earth be blessed.” 7. And the LORD appeared to Abram, and said, “To your seed will I give this land. (2126 B.C.)

2. Fulfillment Verse. Gal 3:16. Now to Abraham and his seed were the promises made. He does not say, “and to the seeds”, as speaking of many, but, “And to your seed”, as of one, which is Christ.

C. He would be from the tribe of Judah. 

1. Prophetic Verse. Gen 49:10.  “The Scepter shall not depart from Judah, nor a Lawgiver from between his feet, until Shiloh come. And the people shall be gathered to him. (1689 B.C.)

2. Fulfillment Verse. Heb 7:14.  For it is evident that our Lord sprung out of Judah, about which tribe Moses spoke nothing regarding the priesthood.

D. He would be from the house of David .

1. Prophetic Verse. 2 Sam 7:12-13. “And when your days are fulfilled, you shall sleep with your fathers. And I will set up your seed after you, who shall proceed out of your body, and will establish his kingdom. “He shall build a House for My Name. And I will establish the throne of his kingdom forever.  (1042 B.C.)

2. Fulfillment Verse. Rom 1:3.  concerning his Son Jesus Christ, our Lord (Who was made from the seed of David, according to the flesh,

E. He would be born of a virgin.

1. Prophetic Verse. Isa 7:14.  Therefore the LORD Himself will give you a sign. Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son. And she shall call His Name, ‘Immanuel’. (742 B.C.)

2. Fulfillment Verse. Matt 1:22-23. And all this was done to fulfill that which is spoken from the Lord by the Prophet, saying, “Behold, a virgin shall be with Child, and shall bear a Son, and they shall call His name Emmanuel, which is by interpretation, ‘God with us’.”

F. He would be given the throne of David. 

1, Prophetic Verse. 2 Sam 7:11-12. “and since the time that I set judges over My people of Israel. And I will give you rest from all your enemies. Also, the LORD tells you that He will make you a house.  “And when your days are fulfilled, you shall sleep with your fathers. And I will set up your seed after you, who shall proceed out of your body, and will establish his kingdom. (1042 B.C.)

2. Fulfillment Verse. Rev 22:16. I, Jesus, have sent My angel to testify to you these things in the churches. I am the root and the generation of David, and the Bright Morning Star.

G.  His throne would be an eternal throne .

1. Prophetic Verse. Mic 4:7. “And I will make her who limps a remnant, and her who was cast far off a mighty nation. And the LORD shall reign over them on Mount Zion, from now until forever. (710 B.C.)

2. Fulfillment Verse. Rev 11:15. And the seventh angel blew the trumpet. And there were great voices in Heaven, saying, “The kingdom of the world is our Lord’s, and his Christ’s! And He shall reign for evermore!”

H. He would be called Emmanuel.

1. Prophetic Verse. Isa 7:14. “Therefore the Lord Himself shall give you a sign: Behold, a virgin shall conceive and bear a Son, and shall call His name Immanuel.” (742 B.C,)

2. Fulfillment Verse. Mt 1:23.“Behold, a virgin shall be with child and shall bring forth a Son, and they shall call His name Emmanuel” (which being interpreted is, “God with us”).

I. He would have a forerunner.

1. Prophetic Verse. Mal 3:1 Behold, I will send My messenger. And he shall prepare the way before Me. And the LORD Whom you seek shall speedily come to His Temple. The messenger of the Covenant, whom you desire, behold, he shall come,” says the LORD of Hosts. (397 B.C.)

2. Fulfillment Verse.. Mt 3:1-3  And in those days, John the Baptist came and preached in the wilderness of Judea, and said, “Repent! For the Kingdom of Heaven is at hand!” For this is he of whom it is spoken by the Prophet Isaiah, saying, “The voice of him who cries in the wilderness, ‘Prepare the way of the Lord! Make His paths straight!’”

IV. Worship. God’s Love For Israel.

A. Jeremiah 31:31-37 . The promised covenant; the new covenant.

B. Verses. Notes on 31-34 and 35-37 are from the Ryrie Study Bible.
(vs 31-34 , The principal OT passage of the new covenant. It will be made in the future with the whole nation of Israel (v 31); it will be unlike the Mosaic covenant in that it will be unconditional (v 32); its provisions will include (1) a change of heart (2) fellowship with Yahweh (3) knowledge of the Lord, and (4) forgiveness of sins. All of this will be fulfilled for Israel when the Lord returns (Rom 11:25-27; Mt 24:29-30; Zech 14:1-5; Rev 19:11-16; Zech 14:9),

31 “Behold, days are coming,” declares the Lord, “when I will make a new covenant with the house of Israel and the house of Judah, 32 not like the covenant which I made with their fathers on the day I took them by the hand to bring them out of the land of Egypt, My covenant which they broke, although I was a husband to them,” declares the Lord. 33 “For this is the covenant which I will make with the house of Israel after those days,” declares the Lord: “I will put My law within them and write it on their heart; and I will be their God, and they shall be My people. 34 They will not teach again, each one his neighbor and each one his brother, saying, ‘Know the Lord,’ for they will all know Me, from the least of them to the greatest of them,” declares the Lord, “for I will forgive their wrongdoing, and their sin I will no longer remember.”  

(vs 35-37. The permanence of the cycle of nature (vs 35-36), and the immeasurableness of heaven and earth (v 37) guarantee the survival of the Jewish people.)

35 This is what the Lord says,
He who gives the sun for light by day
And the fixed order of the moon and the stars for light by night,
Who stirs up the sea so that its waves roar—
The Lord of armies is His name:
36 If this fixed order departs
From Me,” declares the Lord,
“Then the descendants of Israel also will cease
To be a nation before Me forever.”
37 This is what the Lord says:
“If the heavens above can be measured
And the foundations of the earth searched out below,
Then I will also reject all the descendants of Israel
For everything that they have done,” declares the Lord

C. Video. Paul Wilbur – Shalom Jerusalem

1. The title אֲדֹנָי (Adonai, “Lord, Master”) appears about 448 times in the Hebrew Scriptures as a reverential address to the one true God. It underscores His absolute authority, covenant faithfulness, and relational nearness. While human rulers may be called אֲדוֹן (adon, “lord”), the plural form with its distinctive pointing is reserved in Scripture for the Sovereign of all.

2. Zionism is the belief in the Jewish peoples’ right to self-determination in their ancestral homeland of Israel. It affirms that Jews, like all peoples, have the right to live in safety, dignity, and sovereignty in a nation of their own. https://jewishcenterforjustice.org/what-is-zionism-six-things-to-know/

John 4:24 “God is spirit, and those who worship Him must worship in spirit and truth.”

I. Introduction. 

A. This Eternity study focuses on a study of the Bible, which takes place through a consistent, literal, historical, grammatical and contextual interpretation of God’s Inspired Word. The result of this particular study is accomplished through a systematic exposition of Israel and the End Times, which includes Scripture that is contained in both the Old and New Testaments of the Bible. The result of this particular study is accomplished through a systematic exposition of Israel and the End Times, which includes Scripture that is contained in both the Old and New Testaments of the Bible. 

1. Context refers to the circumstances or background information surrounding a particular event, situation, or piece of writing that helps explain its meaning. It includes factors like time, location, culture, and the surrounding text or speech.

2. One of the best practices for writers is to follow “The 5Ws” guideline, by investigating the Who, What, Where, When and Why of a story. This framework helps ensure that all key details are included in writing and and making your conclusion understood to others.  If you can’t identify what makes your story unique and interesting, chances are nobody else will either.

3. In a Bible study group in which I was a member, someone read an Old Testament Scripture and said, “I claim this verse for our church.” The verse was very good, but had nothing to do, contextually, with our particular congregation, or with “churches in general.”

B. The contents in this article rely heavily on my study of God’s Holy Word, and the commentaries, articles, and discussions of many highly respected theological scholars, that are listed in my Blog Page, “About My References.” It is important to know that before I draw a conclusion on any subject, that I must first have found agreement on the conclusion from the works of such reputable theologians. 

C. Dates that are provided in this article come from the Scofield Study Bible (1909 A.D.) and the Ryrie Study Bible (1986 A.D.).

II. Blog Article. Prophecies Of Messiah – The Anointed One 

A. Messiah comes from the Hebrew word “Mashiach,” which means “anointed one” or “chosen one.” 

1. The Greek equivalent for “Mashiach” is the word “Christos” or, in English, “Christ.” 

2. Yeshua Hamashiach means “Jesus the Messiah.”   

3. The name “Jesus Christ” is the same as “Jesus the Messiah” (Yeshua). The Hebrew name Yeshua is a later form of Yehoshua (יְהוֹשֻׁעַ), commonly translated into English as “Joshua.” In the Old Testament, the name Yehoshua/Yeshua is frequently associated with deliverance and God’s guiding hand (e.g., Joshua 1:1-2 ). The root word יָשַׁע (yashaʿ) carries the connotation of rescue, safety, and help. The shortened form (Yeshua) emphasizes the aspect of salvation conferred by God.

4. In biblical times, anointing someone with oil was a sign that God was consecrating or setting apart that person for a particular role. Therefore, an “anointed one” was someone with a special, God-ordained purpose.

B. In the Old Testament, people were anointed for the positions of prophet, priest, and king. 

1. God told Elijah to anoint Elisha to succeed him as Israel’s prophet (1 Kg 19:16). 

2. Aaron was anointed as the first high priest of Israel (Lev 8:12). 

3. Samuel anointed both Saul and David as kings of Israel(1 Sam 10:1; 16:13). 

4. All of these men held “anointed” positions. 

5. The Old Testament, however, predicted a coming Deliverer, chosen by God to redeem Israel (Isa 42:1; 61:1-3). This Deliverer was called by the Jews, “Messiah.”

C. Jesus of Nazareth was, and is, the prophesied Messiah (Lk 4:17-21; Jn 4:25-26). 

1. Throughout the pages of the New Testament, we see proof that Jesus is the Chosen One: “These [miracles] are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name” (Jn 20:31). 

2.  We also read testimonies that Jesus is “the Messiah, the Son of the living God”(Mt 16:16). 

3. The ultimate evidence that Jesus is indeed the promised Messiah, “the Anointed One,” is His resurrection from the dead. 

4. An eyewitness testimony to the resurrection of Jesus, and the fact that “he is the one of whom God appointed as judge of the living and the dead, is found in “Acts 10:39-43”.

D. Jesus fulfills the role of Prophet, Priest, and King, which is further evidence to His being the Messiah. 

1. He is a prophet, because He embodied and preached the Word of God (Jn 1:1-18; 14:24; Lk 24:19).

2. He is a priest, because His death atones for our sins and reconciles us to the Father (Heb 2:17; 4:14). 

3. He is a king, because after His resurrection God gave all authority to Him (Jn 18:36; Eph 1:20-23; Rev 19:16).

E. The Jews of Jesus’ day expected the Messiah to redeem Israel by overthrowing the rule of the Romans and establishing a literal earthly kingdom (Acts 1:6; 2 Sam 7:8-16; 1 Chron 17:3-14). 

1. It wasn’t until after Jesus’ resurrection that His disciples finally began to understand what the prophecies in the Old Testament really meant the Messiah would do (Lk 24:25-27). 

2. The Messiah was “anointed” first to deliver His people  “spiritually,” that is, to redeem them from sin (Jn 8:31-36). He accomplished this salvation through His death and resurrection (Jn 3:16; 12:32). 

3. Later, Jesus the Messiah will deliver His people from their physical enemies, when He sets up His Kingdom on the earth (Isa 9:1-7). 

IV. Worship. 

A. Colossians 3:16.

B. Verse. 

“Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teach and admonish one another in all wisdom, and sing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs with thankfulness in your hearts to God. “

V. Video. 

“Yeshua Hamashiach” means “Jesus the Anointed One” or “Jesus the Savior” in Hebrew. It combines the roots of salvation and anointing, and affirms Jesus as the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies and the ultimate king of Israel.

A. Paul Wilbur

B. Yeshua Ha Mashiach 

Isaiah 65:17. “For, behold, I create new heavens and a new earth; and the former shall not be remembered, nor come into mind.”

I. Introduction. Jewish Prophets – Review 

A. This Eternity study focuses on a study of the Bible, which takes place through a consistent, literal, historical, grammatical and contextual interpretation of God’s Inspired Word. The result of this particular study is accomplished through a systematic exposition of Israel and the End Times, which includes Scripture that is contained in both the Old and New Testaments of the Bible.

B. The contents in this article rely heavily on my study of the commentaries, articles, and discussions of many highly respected theological scholars, It is important to know that before I draw a conclusion on any subject, that I must first have found agreement on the conclusion from the works of such reputable theologians.  

C. For a view of other trusted theological scholars, of whom I have chosen for reference, please click on my Page, “About My References.”

D. Dates that are provided in this article come from the Scofield Study Bible (1909 A.D.) and the Ryrie Study Bible (1986 A.D.).

II. Introduction. What did Old Testaments Prophets do, and not do?A. Jewish prophets spoke Yahweh’s truth to Jews about events of their current era, as well as events of the coming of Messiah, and of the future that relate to Israel and “The Day Of The Lord.  In our study of the Jewish prophets we discussed the prophecies that related to the situation of Israel that Yahweh spoke to the prophets, to show the contents and contexts of the prophesies. We have also discussed the prophecies that relate to the coming of Messiah and the Day Of The Lord, as it relates to the Tribulation, second coming of Messiah, the Messianic Kingdom Age, and the eternal state (the new heavens, new and new Jerusalem). 

B. As will be shown in this article the Jewish Prophets delivered messages from Yahweh that related to the nation of Israel, and not to any other nations of the world, unless such nations are to be in the context of the coming of Messiah, the Day Of The Lord, the Tribulation, the second coming of Messiah, the Messianic Kingdom Age, and the Eternal State (new heavens, new earth, new Jerusalem). 

C. God did not speak to Old Testament Jewish prophets about the United States, New York City, or the 911 attack as follows:  “The September 11 attacks, commonly known as 9/11, occurred on September 11, 2001, when 19 terrorists from al-Qaeda hijacked four commercial airplanes. Two planes were flown into the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center in New York City, one into the Pentagon, and the fourth crashed in Pennsylvania, resulting in nearly 3,000 deaths and significant global repercussions.” The book, “The Harbinger” wrongfully stated the the attack on 911 was prophetic fulfillment of Isaiah 9:10. Old Testament Neither did Jewish prophets neither speak Godly spoken truths about the recent election of the Mayor of New York City.

III. Old Testament Prophets Spoke Yahweh’s Truth About Israel’s Spiritual Situation

A. Isaiah 1:1. The vision of Isaiah the son of Amoz concerning Judah and Jerusalem, which he saw during the reigns of Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz and Hezekiah, kings of Judah. 

1. (The Servant was not recognized because of His humiliation) 53:3  He was despised and rejected by people, one who experienced pain and was acquainted with illness; people hid their faces from him; he was despised, and we considered him insignificant.  53:4 But he lifted up our illnesses, he carried our pain; even though we thought he was being punished, attacked by God, and afflicted for something he had done.

2.  (Israel now understood that the Servant took the punishment they deserved, that He was flogged in order to bring about their (Israel’s) spiritual healing) 53:5 He was wounded because of our rebellious deeds, crushed because of our sins; he endured punishment that made us spiritually well; because of his wounds we have been healed. 

3. (The salvation of Israel) 54:17 No weapon forged to be used against you will succeed; you will refute everyone who tries to accuse you. This is what the Lord will do for his servants—I will vindicate them,” says the Lord. 

B.  Jeremiah 1:1-2. The words of Jeremiah the son of Hilkiah, of the priests who were in Anathoth in the land of Benjamin,  2 to whom the word of the Lord came in the days of Josiah the son of Amon, king of Judah, in the thirteenth year of his reign.  30:7 Alas, what a terrible time of trouble it is! There has never been any like it. It is a time of trouble for the descendants of Jacob, but some of them will be rescued out of it. 30:18  The Lord says: “I will restore the ruined houses of the descendants of Jacob. I will show compassion on their ruined homes. Every city will be rebuilt on its former ruins. Every fortified dwelling will occupy its traditional site.

C. Ezekiel 1:3. the word of the Lord came expressly to Ezekiel the priest, son of Buzi, in the land of the Chaldeans by the river Chebar; and there the hand of the Lord came upon him. 2:3 Then He said to me, “Son of man, I am sending you to the sons of Israel, to a rebellious people who have rebelled against Me; they and their fathers have transgressed against Me to this very day. 2:4 I am sending you to them who are stubborn and obstinate children, and you shall say to them, ‘Thus says the Lord God.’ 

D. Daniel 1:1. In the third year of the reign of Jehoiakim king of Judah, Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon came to Jerusalem and besieged it. 9:3-11.  I (Daniel) gave my attention to the Lord God to seek Him by prayer and supplications, with fasting, sackcloth and ashes. I prayed to the Lord my God and confessed and said, “Alas, O Lord, the great and awesome God, who keeps His covenant and lovingkindness for those who love Him and keep His commandments, we (Jews) have sinned, committed iniquity, acted wickedly and rebelled, even turning aside from Your commandments and ordinances. Moreover, we have not listened to Your servants the prophets, who spoke in Your name to our kings, our princes, our fathers and all the people of the land. “Righteousness belongs to You, O Lord, but to us open shame, as it is this day—to the men of Judah, the inhabitants of Jerusalem and all Israel, those who are nearby and those who are far away in all the countries to which You have driven them, because of their unfaithful deeds which they have committed against You. Open shame belongs to us, O Lord, to our kings, our princes and our fathers, because we have sinned against You. To the Lord our God belong compassion and forgiveness, for we have rebelled against Him; nor have we obeyed the voice of the Lord our God, to walk in His teachings which He set before us through His servants the prophets. Indeed all Israel has transgressed Your law and turned aside, not obeying Your voice; so the curse has been poured out on us, along with the oath which is written in the law of Moses the servant of God, for we have sinned against Him.

E. Hosea 1:1  The word of the Lord which came to Hosea the son of Beeri, during the days of Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz and Hezekiah, kings of Judah, and during the days of Jeroboam the son of Joash, king of Israel. 4:1 Listen to the Lord’s message, you Israelites! For the Lord has a covenant lawsuit against the people of Israel. For there is neither faithfulness nor loyalty in the land, nor do they acknowledge God.

F. Joel. 1:1. The word of the Lord that came to Joel, the son of Pethuel:. 2:1. Blow a trumpet in Zion, And sound an alarm on My holy mountain! Let all the inhabitants of the land tremble, For the day of the Lord is coming; Surely it is near, 3:1-2.  “For behold, in those days and at that time, When I restore the fortunes of Judah and Jerusalem, I will gather all the nations And bring them down to the valley of Jehoshaphat. Then I will enter into judgment with them there On behalf of My people and My inheritance, Israel, Whom they have scattered among the nations; And they have divided up My land. 3:20-21 But Judah will be inhabited forever And Jerusalem for all generations. And I will avenge their blood which I have not avenged, For the Lord dwells in Zion.

G. Amos 1:1 The words of Amos, who was among the sheepherders from Tekoa, which he envisioned in visions concerning Israel in the days of Uzziah king of Judah, and in the days of Jeroboam son of Joash, king of Israel, two years before the earthquake. 3:1 Hear this word which the Lord has spoken against you, sons of Israel, against the entire family which He brought up from the land of Egypt: 9:14-15. I will restore the fortunes of my people Israel, and they shall rebuild the ruined cities and inhabit them; they shall plant vineyards and drink their wine, and they shall make gardens and eat their fruit. I will plant them on their land, and they shall never again be uprooted out of the land that I have given them,” says the Lord your God.H. Obadiah 1:1 

The vision of Obadiah.. Thus says the Lord God concerning Edom:  We have heard a report from the Lord, and a messenger has been sent among the nations: “Rise up! Let us rise against her for battle! 20-21 The exiles of this host of the people of Israel  shall possess the land of the Canaanites as far as Zarephath, and the exiles of Jerusalem who are in Sepharad  shall possess the cities of the Negeb.  Saviors shall go up to Mount Zion  to rule Mount Esau, and the kingdom shall be the Lord’s.

I. Jonah 1:1-2  Now the word of the Lord came to Jonah the son of Amittai, saying, “Arise, go to Nineveh, that great city, and call out against it, for their evil has come up before me.”

J. Micah 1:1 The word of the Lord that came to Micah of Moresheth in the days of Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah, kings of Judah, which he saw concerning Samaria and Jerusalem. 

K. Nahum 1:1 An oracle concerning Nineveh. The book of the vision of Nahum of Elkosh. 2:2a  the Lord is restoring the majesty of Jacob as the majesty of Israel,

L. Habakkuk 1:1-2  The oracle that Habakkuk the prophet saw. (Why is sin unjudged?) O Lord, how long shall I cry for help, and you will not hear? Or cry to you “Violence!” and you will not save? 1:5  (The Lord’s answer). “Look among the nations, and see; wonder and be astounded. For I am doing a work in your days that you would not believe if told.

M.. Zephaniah 1:1. The word of the Lord that came to Zephaniah the son of Cushi, son of Gedaliah, son of Amariah, son of Hezekiah, in the days of Josiah the son of Amon, king of Judah.. 3:20 b  I will make you renowned and praised among all the peoples of the earth, when I restore your fortunes before your eyes,” says the Lord.

N. Haggai 1:1-2  In the second year of Darius the king, in the sixth month, on the first day of the month, the word of the Lord came by the hand of Haggai the prophet to Zerubbabel the son of Shealtiel, governor of Judah, and to Joshua the son of Jehozadak, the high priest: “Thus says the Lord of hosts: These people say the time has not yet come to rebuild the house of the Lord.”

O. Zechariah 1:1-3.  In the eighth month, in the second year of Darius, the word of the Lord came to the prophet Zechariah, the son of Berechiah, son of Iddo, saying, “The Lord was very angry with your fathers. Therefore say to them, Thus declares the Lord of hosts: Return to me, says the Lord of hosts, and I will return to you, says the Lord of hosts.

P. Malachi 1:1 The oracle of the word of the Lord to Israel by Malachi. 1:10b I have no pleasure in you, says the Lord of hosts, and I will not accept an offering from your hand. 2:11 Judah has been faithless, and abomination has been committed in Israel and in Jerusalem. For Judah has profaned the sanctuary of the Lord, which he loves, and has married the daughter of a foreign god.

IV. What Does The Bible Say About False Prophets.  https://www.gotquestions.org/false-prophets.html

A.  A false prophet is a person who spreads false teachings or messages while claiming to speak the Word of God. In the Bible, false prophets also spoke on behalf of false gods. False prophets functioned in their prophetic role illegitimately, or for the purpose of deception. The Bible denounces false prophets for leading people astray.  The punishment specified for false prophets in the Old Testament was severe: “If any prophet dares to speak a message in My name that I have not commanded him to speak, or to speak in the name of other gods, that prophet must be put to death”(Deu 18:20). 

B. Another difference between true prophets and false prophets in the Bible is motivation. True prophets are motivated by loyalty to God above all else, whereas false prophets are motivated by self-interest and a desire to be popular among the people (1 Kings 22:1-14). C. Scripture Reference. Deuteronomy 18:15-22 (HCSB).

15 The Lord your God will raise up for you a prophet like me from among your own brothers. You must listen to him. 16 This  is what you requested from the Lord your God at Horeb on the day of the assembly when you said, ‘Let us not continue to hear the voice of the Lord our God or see this great fire any longer, so that we will not die!’ 17 Then the Lord said to me, ‘They have spoken well.  18 I will raise up for them a prophet like you from among their brothers. I will put My words in his mouth, and he will tell them everything I command him. 19 I will hold accountable whoever does not listen to My words that he speaks in My name. 20 But the prophet who dares to speak a message in My name that I have not commanded him to speak, or who speaks in the name of other god that prophet must die.’  21 You may say to yourself, ‘How can we recognize a message the Lord has not spoken?’ 22 When a prophet speaks in the Lord’s name, and the message does not come true or is not fulfilled, that is a message the Lord has not spoken. The prophet has spoken it presumptuously. Do not be afraid of him. 

IV. Worship. 

A. Colossians 3:16 

B. .Verse. 

“Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teach and admonish one another in all wisdom, and sing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs with thankfulness in your hearts to God.”

V. Video.

A. Terry MacAlmon

B. Holy, Holy, Are You Lord

Isaiah 65:17. “For, behold, I create new heavens and a new earth; and the former shall not be remembered, nor come into mind.”

I. Introduction. Jewish Prophets  3 – Isaiah Chapters 65-66. 698 B.C.  

A. This Eternity study focuses on a study of the Bible, which takes place through a consistent, literal, historical, grammatical and contextual interpretation of God’s Inspired Word. The result of this study is accomplished through a systematic exposition of Israel and the End Times, which includes Scripture that is contained in both the Old and New Testaments of the Bible.

B. The contents in this article rely heavily on my study of the commentaries, articles, and discussions of many highly respected theological scholars, It is important to know that before I draw a conclusion on any subject, that I must first have found agreement on the conclusion from the works of such reputable theologians.  

C. For a view of other trusted theological scholars, of whom I have chosen for reference, please click on my Page, “About My References.”

D. Dates that are provided in this article come from the Scofield Study Bible (1909 A.D.) and the Ryrie Study Bible (1986 A.D.).

II. Article Discussion.  

A. Overview of Isaiah Chapter 65.  Repentance of sins. Characteristics of the Millennial Kingdom of God. 

1. In this chapter we have a graphic description of the working of the principle of the sifting of the Jews by God. There is first a contrast between the false and the true. The rebellious Jews are described as those who, in spite of all Yahweh’s patience, still persist in idolatrous and evil practices. Against these Yahweh is compelled to proceed in strict and severe judgment. Then follows a description of the remnant, the holy seed, those who are described as the servants of Yahweh. These are not to be destroyed by the wicked, but are to be led out of the places of difficulty into inheritance and prosperity.

2. The sifting process is next described, and the life of the servants of God and the life of the rebellious are placed in striking contrast: eating as against hunger, drinking as against thirst, rejoicing as against shame, singing as against crying and howling. The result of the sifting of judgment is the establishment of the new order, that establishment of the Kingdom of God which is to be one of joy and justice, of prosperity and peace.

B. Verses and comments Chapter 65. The answer of Yahweh to the remnant of Israel ; no return until repentance. The rebirth of Israel. New heavens and new earth. 

1. 65:1-2. Verse 1 refers to the Gentiles seeking Yahweh, whereas Verse 2 reiterates Yahweh’s willingness (“spread out My hands”) to receive Israel (Rom 10:20-21). 

2. 65:3-7. The rebellious people of Israel (v 2) are indicted for idol worship (v 3-7), consulting the dead (v 4), and eating forbidden swine’s flesh (v 4; Lev 11:7). 

3. 65:8-9. Like the few good grapes in a cluster, so there is a godly remnant of Israel. 

4. 65:10. “The valley of Achor.” relates to Hosea 2:15: The “valley of trouble,” southwest of Jericho where Achan died (Josh 7:26). Only through trouble will Israel have hope of restoration. 

5. 65:17-25. This is a description of the millennial kingdom of God, which precedes the new heavens and new earth (v 17). Characteristics include Jerusalem’s being a joy instead of a burden (v 18; Zech 12:2-3), longevity (v 20; notice that sin will be punished in the Millennial Kingdom of God); peace and security (v 21-23), and removal of the animosity in nature (v 25; 11:7-9). 

6. Consider the following excerpts from Isaiah 65:17-25 that tell of the conditions of the literal, earthly, millennial (thousand year): Kingdom. Kingdom of God, Messianic Kingdom:

“there shall be heard in her no more the voice of weeping, and the voice of crying; no more an infant of days, nor an old man that has not filled his days; for the child shall die a hundred years old, and the sinner being a hundred years old shall be accursed; as the days of a tree ‘shall be the days of my people.’ And it shall come to pass that, before they call, I will answer; and while they are yet speaking, I will hear. The wolf and the lamb shall feed together, and the lion shall eat straw like the ox; and dust shall be the serpent’s food. They shall not hurt nor destroy in all my holy mountain, says Yahweh.”

C. Overview of Isaiah Chapter 66. Israel reborn in a day. Joy in Jerusalem in the Kingdom of God. Forever in Yahweh’s Presence.

1. This last chapter of Isaiah, the prophet seems to look beyond all that he has previously described, and to deal with destiny. He first announces the fact of the established government of God, and then proceeds to show how that for those who had chosen their own ways He will choose delusions, and that because when He called they did not answer. Those whom had trembled at His word He will deliver, in spite of all difficulties.

2. In the final message the prophet describes the coming of Yahweh with fire, when His chariots will be like the whirlwind. It is a picture of righteous vengeance, proceeding to the establishment of the new heavens and the new earth.

3. The last declaration of this great prophecy is one which reminds those who read of the sure and terrible judgment of God on evil, of the one fact which must never be lost sight of, that there can be no peace for the wicked.

D. Verses and comments Isaiah Chapter 66. 

1. 66:3. The meaning is this: ritualistic offerings from a change of heart (v 2) are as abominable to God as murder or offering unclean animals. 

2. 66:7-9. At the second coming of Messiah, all living Israelites will be saved (Rom 11:26; Zech 12:10; 13:1). Israel’s restoration will be quick, like a woman who gives birth before labor pains begin. 

3. 66:10-14. A description of the millennial age. 

4. 66:15-17. A vivid picture of the judgments at the return of Christ (2 Thes 1:5-9). 

5. 66:19-21. This section gives details of missionary witness during the millennium to “Tarshish” (southwest coast of Spain), “Put” (Libya), “Lud” (Lydia in Asia Minor), “Meshech, Tubal,” (northeast Asia Minor), and Javan (Greece).

6. 66:22-24. Like the eternal new heavens and new earth, Israel will endure forever (v 22), all mankind will bow before the Lord forever (v 23),and the wicked will be punished forever (v 24; Rev 20:10-15; John 5:28-29). 

E. In spite of much of the world’s hatred for Israel (Internationally, nationally, politically, religiously, of media), the following situation will result: 

1. Following the second coming of Christ (Matthew 24-25).

a. God’s glory will descend with a rebirth for Zion (Israel), which is a birth with no pain that symbolizes the complete restoration of Jerusalem, and that will require no effort by the Jewish people. 

b. As Israel’s king (Messiah) is revealed, we see what happens immediately following the second coming of Messiah. 

c. It is clear that only Yahweh could cause the things of the second coming of Messiah to take place.

d. Those who love Israel are called to rejoice with her, Israel’s restoration and prosperity will benefit those who have loved her, and mourned her destruction. 

e. Yahweh’s consolation of Israel will be like that of a mother providing comfort for a child, emphasizing His great compassion and connection to His chosen people, Israel (Deu 14:2). 

f. In contrast to Yahweh’s joy-giving acts of consolation, His anger and rebuke will descend on earth with flames of fire, for those whom have abused Israel in the tribulation. The disobedient will see Yahweh’s glory descend in Judgment as He gathers all nations (Gentiles) to Jerusalem. 

g. Yahweh’s glory will also descend with compassion for the nations (individual gentiles) who gave comfort to Jews during the tribulation. 

2. Leading to the tribulation, from 1948 and forward (Ezekiel 36), Yahweh will restore the Jews (His chosen people) to their promised land:

a. 36:1 “And you, son of man, prophesy to the mountains of Israel and say, ‘O mountains of Israel, hear the word of the Lord.”

b. 36:12 Yes, I will cause men—My people Israel—to walk on you and possess you, so that you will become their inheritance and never again bereave them of children.

c. 36:24. For I will take you from the nations, gather you from all the lands and bring you into your own land.

II. Worship. 

A. Scripture. Psalm 150.

1 Praise ye the Lord! Praise God in His sanctuary; praise Him in the firmament of His power!

2 Praise Him for His mighty acts; praise Him according to His excellent greatness!

3 Praise Him with the sound of the trumpet; praise Him with the psaltery and harp!

4 Praise Him with the timbrel and dance; praise Him with stringed instruments and organs!

5 Praise Him upon the loud cymbals; praise Him upon the high sounding cymbals!

6 Let everything that hath breath praise the Lord! Praise ye the Lord!

B. Video. Paul Wilbur – Holy, Holy & Worthy

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Isaiah 65:17. “For, behold, I create new heavens and a new earth; and the former shall not be remembered, nor come into mind.”

I. Introduction. Jewish Prophets  3 – Isaiah Chapters 63-64. 698 B.C.  

A. This Eternity study focuses on a study of the Bible, which takes place through a consistent, literal, historical, grammatical and contextual interpretation of God’s Inspired Word. The result of this study is accomplished through a systematic exposition of Israel and the End Times, which includes Scripture that is contained in both the Old and New Testaments of the Bible.

B. The contents in this article rely heavily on my study of the commentaries, articles, and discussions of many highly respected theological scholars, It is important to know that before I draw a conclusion on any subject, that I must first have found agreement on the conclusion from the works of such reputable theologians.  

C. For a view of other trusted theological scholars, of whom I have chosen for reference, please click on my Page, “About My References.”

D. Dates that are provided in this article come from the Scofield Study Bible (1909 A.D.) and the Ryrie Study Bible (1986 A.D.).

II. Article Discussion.  

A. Overview of Isaiah Chapter 63.. The day of vengeance. Fear and hope of the Remnant of Israel in the day of vengeance. 

1. The last section of Isaiah (63-66) sets forth the operation of the principle of discrimination. All the blessing which has been described can result only from holiness, and so that can be established there must be the period of judgment.

2. In the first section Isaiah describes the Warrior (Messiah) returning from the conflict  (He will be returning from *Bozrah (Isa 34:6), Petra, in Edom, in modern-day Jordan) . While that conflict is described, it is from the standpoint of its completion. One is seen returning with crimson garments, marching in the greatness of His strength. In answer to Isaiah’s inquiry, as to who this is, the Messiah declares, “I that speak in righteousness, mighty to save.” This answer reveals the method and the purpose. Again Isaiah asks for explanation, and then the conflict is described. It has been one of vengeance, in which all opposing forces have been swept away in order to establish righteousness and bring salvation. (*Bozrah is a newsworthy city in current day media. Messiah will go from Bozrah to Jerusalem). This activity follows the return of Christ for the last battle of the Tribulation (Armageddon; Zech 14:1-5, 9; Rev 19:11-20; Mt 24:29-31). 

3. Isaiah’s sense of the absolute justice of the judgment described is manifest in that he immediately breaks forth into praise of the loving-kindnesses of the Lord. In language full of beauty he describes Yahweh’s faithfulness to His people. His description looks back to the days in which, in spite of their rebellion and their grieving of His Holy Spirit, through which He was necessarily made their enemy, He nevertheless carried them, and remembered them, and delivered them.

B. Verses and comments Chapter 63.

1. 63:1. “garments of glowing colors.” Better, crimson garments.  “Bozrah.” A capital of “Edom.” There s a play on words here, for Edom means red, and Bozrah is similar in words for grape gatherer. Both figures, along with the crimson garments, highlight the picture of Messiah’s second coming in judgment (See Rev 14:18-20; 19:13).

2. 63:2-6. Messiah’s wrath when He returns in judgment (including the Battle of Armageddon) is likened to the crushing in a “wine” press (Rev 14:20). 

3. 63:9. “The angel of His presence.” The angel of the Lord, who is the Lord Himself (re Ex 33:34; Gen 16:9).

4. 63:11. “the shepherds.” i.e., “Moses and Aaron.”

5. 63:12. See comments below:

a. “divided waters.” re Ex 14-16. 

b. “Where is He who put His Holy Spirit in the midst of them,.” In the Old Testament economy, the Holy Spirit came upon upon people people and dwelt in their Midst; whereas, in the New Testament the Holy Spirit lives within people (Eph 5:18) [Edward M. Hindson, December 21, 1944 – July 2, 2022. Liberty University Dean Emeritus. Dr. Ed Hindson served the university for 48 years. Earned degrees: M.A., Th. M., Th. D., D. Min., Ph. D. Dr. Hindson taught over 100,000 students in-person and online; and taught several religion courses after coming to the university in 1974, including one the largest classes, Old Testament theology. Dr.  Hindson also served as speaker on “The King is Coming,” a television telecast whose website highlights over 50 of his recorded messages. He authoring 40 books on theology, and  edited study Bibles, such as the “Knowing Jesus Study Bible” published by Zondervan. Some of his books have been used as textbooks in Liberty’s Bible courses.]

6. 63:16. “The meaning is this” Even if Abraham and Israel (i.e.., Jacob) disowned the people of Israel, God would still be their Father.

C. Overview of Isaiah Chapter 64. Fear and hope of the Remnant (Continued).

1. The praise and confession merge into a prayer in which the sore need of the people (Remnant of Israel) is first described, and then a cry full of intense anguish is lifted for the dawning of the day when Yahweh will act in judgment.

2. Again Isaiah strengthens his own faith as he remembers how God had wrought on behalf of His people in the past. This memory of His faithfulness produces a new sense of their unfaithfulness, and he confesses sin and failure. Out of the midst of desolation and destruction he appeals to Yahweh to act on behalf of His people (Israel).

D. Verses and comments Isaiah Chapter 64. 

1. 64:1-7. A prayer for divine intervention as at Mount Sinai, and the kind of prayer that Israel will pray during the tribulation days. Compare vs 4 with 1 Cor 2:9. “filthy garments” (vs 6), Literally, garment of times, referring to the women’s menstrual period, and illustrating the polluting and disgusting nature of sin. 

2. 64:8. Literally, the one who forms us; as also in 29:6 and 45:9. To acknowledge themselves as “clay” shows, complete submission. The potter is in reference to Yahweh; the clay is in reference to Israel (Jer 18:1-6 and Rom 9:6-13). Any interpretation of potter and clay, outside of the context of “Yahweh and Israel” is to take Scripture out of context.  Consider exegesis and eisegesis:

Exegesis and eisegesis are two contrasting approaches to interpreting biblical texts. Exegesis aims to draw meaning “out of” the passage, letting the grammatical structure, historical context, and authorial intent shape the understanding (cf. 2 Tim 2:15, “Be diligent to present yourself approved by God…correctly handling the word of truth.”). By contrast, eisegesis reads personal biases “into” the passage, superimposing one’s own ideas or cultural assumptions onto the Scripture.

3. 64:11. “Our holy and beautiful house.” The Temple in Jerusalem. (Ezek 40-46). 

III. Worship. 

A. Scripture. Psalm 150.

1 Praise ye the Lord! Praise God in His sanctuary; praise Him in the firmament of His power!

2 Praise Him for His mighty acts; praise Him according to His excellent greatness!

3 Praise Him with the sound of the trumpet; praise Him with the psaltery and harp!

4 Praise Him with the timbrel and dance; praise Him with stringed instruments and organs!

5 Praise Him upon the loud cymbals; praise Him upon the high sounding cymbals!

6 Let everything that hath breath praise the Lord! Praise ye the Lord!

B. Video. I Sing Praises To Your Name. 

I Sing Praises To Your Name. Terry MacAlmon

Terry MacAlmon (born May 12, 1955) is an American Christian singer, songwriter, musician, recording artist, worship leader and author. He is known for writing the popular song ‘I Sing Praises’, that has been a Top 40 Christian song around the world and is still regularly sung in many churches. The song was published by Integrity Music in 1989 and is included in many modern hymnals. This recording was captured in Shreveport, Louisiana, back in 2001.

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Isaiah 65:17. “For, behold, I create new heavens and a new earth; and the former shall not be remembered, nor come into mind.”

I. Introduction. Jewish Prophets  3 – Isaiah Chapter 61-62. 698 B.C.  

A. This Eternity study focuses on a study of the Bible, which takes place through a consistent, literal, historical, grammatical and contextual interpretation of God’s Inspired Word. The result of this study is accomplished through a systematic exposition of Israel and the End Times, which includes Scripture that is contained in both the Old and New Testaments of the Bible.

B. The contents in this article rely heavily on my study of the commentaries, articles, and discussions of many highly respected theological scholars, It is important to know that before I draw a conclusion on any subject, that I must first have found agreement on the conclusion from the works of such reputable theologians.  

C. For a view of other trusted theological scholars, of whom I have chosen for reference, please click on my Page, “About My References.”

D. Dates that are provided in this article come from the Scofield Study Bible (1909 A.D.) and the Ryrie Study Bible (1986 A.D.).

II. Article Discussion.  

A. Overview of Isaiah Chapter 61. Messiah’s ministry to Israel in the “Messianic Kingdom.”  Two advents in one view.  Good news for Jewish Babylonian exiles, “The restoration of Israel”. 

1. Passing from the description of material prosperity, this prophecy describes the inner secret, namely, spiritual realization. This description opens with a new declaration of the Servant of the Lord (Messiah-Yeshua). The anointed Messenger (Messiah) declares His appointment, and describes His program; all the deliverance described is to be due to the message which He delivers. In the light of the use made of this passage by Christ, it is interesting to consider the program. 

2. “To proclaim the acceptable year of the Lord” (Luke 4:18) is the first item. At that point Yeshua ceased His reading in the synagogue. Next will come “the day of vengeance of our God.” That will be the period of judgment. Beyond it, “to comfort all that mourn.” Therefore the description of the glorious restoration of Israel has reference to what still lies in the future literal, earthly, Kingdom of God.  In that future the Chosen People of God, Jews (Deu 14:2) will be His priests, His ministers, themselves having been redeemed from the consequences of sin (John 1:29; Rev 20:10-15).

3. The word “anointed” is the same as the Hebrew word for “Messiah,” and refers to the consecration of someone or something to a specialized task. 

4. In 61:1-3, the ministry of Messiah is shown at His first coming in verses 1-2a, and at His second coming in verses 2b-3. In claiming to be Messiah, Yeshua read in the synagogue only that which applied to his ministry during His first coming (Lk 4:18-19). The “day of vengeance” (Rev 19:11-21) brings judgment on unbelievers. At the same time Messiah will comfort Israel, whom will have undergone the persecution of the Tribulation. 

5. In 61:4-11, is a description of conditions in the millennial kingdom. “double” in verse 7, refers to double honor.

B. Isaiah Chapter 61. Verses and comments. The King, Yahweh’s Messenger: His People and their Salvation Song.

1. Yahweh’s Messenger and His Work (Isaiah 61:1-5)  

2. Yahweh’s People, a kingdom of priests and their work (Isa 61:6-9). 

3. The salvation song (Isa 61:10).  

4.  The blessings of the whole earth (Isa 61:11; Luke 4:1-44) tell us that the Lord Messiah Yeshua applied the opening verses to Himself.  But our Lord did not quote the whole of verse 2. He only read up to “the acceptable year of the Lord.” This sentence marks the work He did in His first advent. The day of vengeance is introduced by His second advent. The results of His second coming are described in the verses which follow. Then Israel will be the kingdom of priests and a holy nation Exodus (19:1-25). They will sing the song of salvation (Isa 61:10). Righteousness and praise will follow.

C. Isaiah Chapter 62. The Messiah’s restoration of Israel, continued. Divine unrest until Israel restored.

1. Having dealt with the material prosperity, and with the spiritual realization, Isaiah now describes in greater detail the vocational fulfilment. Speaking as in the midst of circumstances of incompleteness, Yahweh declares His desire, and avows His determination neither to hold His peace, nor to rest, until the people of God (Israel) fulfill His ideal, so that He is vindicated among the nations.

2. 62:1-6. The LORD (Yahweh) is the One speaking in these verses.

3. 62:4. “My delight is in her” is a translation of “Hephzibah.” Married” is a translation of Beulah. The entire time relates to the time of the millennial kingdom.

4. 62:12. New names will be given to the holy and redeemed people (Israel). Giving the Jews of Jerusalem new names (The Holy People, The Redeemed of The LORD, and Sought After) speaks of the new character that Israel will have. Because of Yahweh’s redemption, the Jews will be holy (Ex 19:6: Deu 7:6), and Gentiles will visit the city. No longer will it be deserted (Isa 60:15 Zech 14:11). Israel will now have permanent inhabitants, and God’s grace, mercy, and love will never depart from the city. 

D. Isaiah Chapter 62. Verses and comments. Israel’s glory (Zion’s glory).

1.   Yahweh will not rest (Isa 62:1).     

2.  The new names (Isa 62:2-5).   

3.  The intercession and the answer (Isa 62:6-9).   

4. The accomplishment at hand (Isa 62:10-12).  The intercession in the beginning of the chapter is that of Messiah. He will not rest until He has accomplished His purpose in His earthly people and in Zion (Israel). When it is accomplished Gentiles and kings will witness it. Israel, then shall be called by a new name. The forsaken one will no longer be forsaken; the desolation of the land will cease. Israel shall be called Hephzibah (my delight in her) ; the land will be Beulah (married). All point to the glorious consummation of the earthly kingdom of God. Faithful Jews (men of prayer) will, during the great tribulation, call on God to make good His Word and fulfil His promises.  Note the results of His coming in Isa 62:12. where the Lord gives new names to His holy and redeemed people. 

a. Messiah will return to Earth from Heaven (Mt 24:29-31; Rev 19:11-21;  Zech 14:1-5, 9) at the end of the tribulation. {The tribulation [Mt 24:4-14; Rev 6-11. The Great Tribulation (Mt 24:15-28; Rev 12-18)]. (The total tribulation is also known as Jacob’s trouble, Jer 30:7). As you read through the book of Revelation, you will notice the absence of the church, beginning in Chapter 4.  The tribulation relates to Israel (Jer 30:7), and not to the Church. 

(1) The rapture of the Church (John 14:1-3; 1 Cor 15:50-55; 1 Thes 4:13-18), is a rescue of the church, which will be removed from the earth, and not be the object of Jacob’s Trouble (Jer 30:7), which is the Tribulation.

(2) The second coming of Messiah is a rescue of Jews, (Deu 14:2; Mt 24:21-22), to avoid total destruction from the forces of Satan. Messiah will escort His angels (Mt 24:31) and  redeemed (saints) from heaven to earth, after which saved Jews and Gentiles will rule and reign with Messiah-Yeshua for the duration of the earthly Millennial Kingdom of God (1,000 years). (Rev 20:4; 1 Cor 6:2; Mt 19:28; Dan 12:1-2; Ezek 47:13-48:35).

b. At Messiah’s return to earth, all of the living Jews who are dispersed throughout the world will be regathered to Israel (Mt 24:31) for judgment (Ezek 20:33-44), for life or death. At this same time, Gentile survivors of the tribulation will also be judged so that all who live through that terrible time will, at its conclusion, either enter the earthly Kingdom of God in unresurrected bodies, or be cast into hell/hades, and await the great white throne judgment for the unredeemed  (Rev 20:10-15). Therefore, at the beginning of the Millennium (1000 year kingdom), all who enter the kingdom in earthly bodies will have proved through these two judgments that they are redeemed (See Matthew 25:31-46). 

III. Worship. 

A. Video. Paul Wilbur. Recorded Live at: Jerusalem Convention Centre, Jerusalem, Israel during the Feast Of Tabernacles in conjunction with the International Christian Embassy Jerusalem on December of 1998.

B. Let The Weight Of Your Glory Fall

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Isaiah 65:17. “For, behold, I create new heavens and a new earth; and the former shall not be remembered, nor come into mind.”

I. Introduction. Jewish Prophets  3 – Isaiah Chapter 60. 698 B.C.  

A. This Eternity study focuses on a study of the Bible, which takes place through a consistent, literal, historical, grammatical and contextual interpretation of God’s Inspired Word. The result of this study is accomplished through a systematic exposition of Israel and the End Times, which includes Scripture that is contained in both the Old and New Testaments of the Bible.

B. The contents in this article rely heavily on my study of the commentaries, articles, and discussions of many highly respected theological scholars, It is important to know that before I draw a conclusion on any subject, that I must first have found agreement on the conclusion from the works of such reputable theologians.  

C. For a view of other trusted theological scholars, of whom I have chosen for reference, please click on my Page, “About My References.”

D. Dates that are provided in this article come from the Scofield Study Bible (1909 A.D.) and the Ryrie Study Bible (1986 A.D.).

II. Article Discussion.  

A. Overview of Isaiah Chapter 60. The deliverer out of Zion. 

1. In Chapters 60-62 the scene returns to Babylon, where the captive Israelites look forward to the return to their homeland, the Land of Israel, in the yet future Davidic Kingdom, and the reconstruction of their national life. Here, more than in the previous chapters, the blessings seem to go far beyond those experienced by post-exilic Israel.

2. When sin is removed and enemies are punished, Israel will receive the glory it has always hoped for. Not only will scattered Jews return to their land, but people of all nations will come to Jerusalem to worship the God of Israel (60:1-5). Some countries send camels loaded with treasure. Others send animals that guarantee a constant supply for the sacrifices in the rebuilt temple (6-7) (See Isa 56:6-7). Ships bring people and goods from countries across the sea to enrich Israel (8-9).

3. Foreigners help rebuild Jerusalem, and demonstrate their submission to Israel by the constant supply of gifts they bring to the city (10-12). Some of the nations provide valuable building materials for the new millennial temple, as is described in Ezekiel 40-46. Nations, that in the past, attacked Israel now become its subjects. Those who previously plundered and disgraced Israel now bring it riches and honor (14-16).

4. Jerusalem is established with beauty, security and strength. Violence and cruelty are replaced by peace and righteousness (17-18). There is no sadness and no sin. Since the sovereign God is in control there is perfect security and universal prosperity. There is no sadness and no sin. Since the sovereign God is in control there is perfect security and universal prosperity (19-22). Looking beyond the millennium to the New Jerusalem (Rev 21:2) Isaiah comments, “lights are not necessary, because God’s glory fills every place.” 

B. Isaiah Chapter 60. Key Verses.

1. 60:1. This chapter describes the glory of Jerusalem and Israel in the millennial kingdom (including previews seen in the return from Babylon). “your…you,” refers to Jerusalem.

2. 60:3. The truth will come to the nations (Gentiles) through the preaching of the gospel of Messiah-Christ (cf 42:6, “The ministry of the servant (Messiah-Yeshua) will be to fulfill the Abrahamic covenant promises to the people of Israel and to bring light to the nations…Gentiles).

3. 60:5. The “nations” (the sheep of Matt 25:31-46) will take their wealth to Jerusalem. (Haggai 2:7,” I will shake all the nations; and they will come with the wealth of all nations, and I will fill this house (millennial temple) with glory,’ says the Lord of hosts.”

4. 60:10-14. A picture of the glory and peace of the millennial Jerusalem. 

5. 60:15-22. Isaiah contrasts the glories of the millennial kingdom with the inglorious condition of Israel before their exile in Babylon. Verse 16 draws on a figure in Deu 33:19 to show the luxuriant quality of life in that distant millennial kingdom. The hope of Israel does not come through anything but through the restoring presence of the “redeemer; the mighty One of Jacob/Israel,” (Gen 49:24) who will bring millennial blessings to the nation of Israel. Yahweh will grant peace and prosperity to His chosen people (Israel, Deu 14:2) instead of warfare and suffering. He will give Israel wealth, peace, and righteousness; they will possess the land forever.

III. Worship. 

A. Video. Terry MacAlmon.

B. We glorify the Lamb

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Isaiah 65:17. “For, behold, I create new heavens and a new earth; and the former shall not be remembered, nor come into mind.”

I. Introduction. Jewish Prophets  3 – Isaiah Chapter 57. 698 B.C.  

A. This Eternity study focuses on a study of the Bible, which takes place through a consistent, literal, historical, grammatical and contextual interpretation of God’s Inspired Word. The result of this study is accomplished through a systematic exposition of Israel and the End Times, which includes Scripture that is contained in both the Old and New Testaments of the Bible.

B. The contents in this article rely heavily on my study of the commentaries, articles, and discussions of many highly respected theological scholars, It is important to know that before I draw a conclusion on any subject, that I must first have found agreement on the conclusion from the works of such reputable theologians.  

C. For a view of other trusted theological scholars, of whom I have chosen for reference, please click on my Page, “About My References.”

D. Dates that are provided in this article come from the Scofield Study Bible (1909 A.D.) and the Ryrie Study Bible (1986 A.D.).

II. Article Discussion.  

A. Clarification on my prior article, “Isaiah Chapter 56,”  “Tribulation” comment.” Concerning the length of the Tribulation, I stated. “appx 7 years.” I noticed this error and made a correction on the text. The Tribulation is also known as “Jacob’s” trouble, (Israel’s trouble), “but he shall be saved out of it.” (Jeremiah 30:7). In Daniel 9:24-27, the tribulation is called “Daniel’s 70th week. (70 weeks of years, also known also 70 “sevens,”)  with the final week (7 years) being the duration of the tribulation; so, the Tribulation will last 7 years. (Daniel Commentary, Dr. John F. Walvoord , B.A., M.A., Th.B., Th.M., Th.D., D. Div., Litt. D.)

B. Overview of Isaiah Chapter 57. False Leaders Rebuked. 

1. Because of the failure of these blind watchmen and drunken leaders, righteous men perish, while none lay it to heart. Moreover, the people have yielded to the evil influences of such leaders; “sons of the sorceress” are summoned to judgment. Their sin has been exalted and manifest, and their judgment is to be conspicuous and complete.

2. Yet again, the declaration turns to such as are contrite and penitent. Yahweh declares Himself to be the One inhabiting eternity, and yet dwelling with the contrite and humble in spirit. In the case of such, His judgment is turned into a ministry of healing. All this again follows, and is dependent on, the suffering Servant (Messiah-Yeshua) as described in the previous section. Again, the division ends with solemn warning against wickedness. Although in the economy of God the Messiah is to be sustained and finally victorious, yet there is no peace to the wicked.

C. Isaiah Chapter 57 verses and comments.

1. 57:1. “The righteous perish, and no one takes it to heart; the devout are taken away, and no one understands that the righteous are taken away to be spared from evil.” (As the leadership of the nation grew worse, the number of righteous people shrank, without people perceiving what was happening. God allowed this disappearance of the devout to spare them the judgment He would bring on the evil nation and its ungodly rulers. Few people in the nation, however, understood this reason for the depletion of the righteous.)

2. 57:2. “Those who walk uprightly enter into peace; they find rest as they lie in death.” (The righteous person entered a condition of peace by dying and going to his or her eternal reward. The end of the righteous, then, contrasts with that of the wicked leaders.”)

3. 57:3. “But you, come here, you children of a sorceress, you offspring of adulterers and prostitutes!”  (God summoned the idolatrous Israelites, in contrast to the righteous, to come before Him for judgment. Rather than behaving like descendants of Abraham and Sarah, these wicked Israelites were acting as though their father was an adulterer and their mother a sorceress and a prostitute. That is, they were congenitally selfish, unfaithful to God, and wayward.)

4. 57:4. “Who are you mocking? At whom do you sneer and stick out your tongue? Are you not a brood of rebels, the offspring of liars?” (Evidently the people these wicked Israelites mocked were the righteous minority among them. Like children, they ridiculed the righteous for being different from themselves. They were rebellious and deceitful in their relationship to the Lord.)

5. 57:5. “You burn with lust among the oaks and under every spreading tree; you sacrifice your children in the ravines and under the overhanging crags.” (They were rebellious and deceitful in that they practiced fertility worship and child sacrifice. They believed connection with nature, rather than a spiritual relationship with the Creator, would yield fertility. They also believed that sacrificing the next generation would guarantee the preservation of the present generation. Of course, the opposite is true. God’s people burned with lust as they carried out these pagan rites in the places thought to be most conducive to their success. “Oaks”  may refer to large trees, not a particular variety of tree. These trees were the places and objects of idol worship. How different a relationship with Yahweh based on trust would have been.)

6. 57:6. “The idols among the smooth stones of the ravines are your portion; indeed, they are your lot. Yes, to them you have poured out drink offerings and offered grain offerings. In view of all this, should I relent?” (Having chosen to worship in the wadis, the apostate Israelites would have to be content to have the rocks of the wadis as their gods. A wadi is a streambed that is dry most of the year but in the rainy season becomes a rushing torrent. As mountaintops became places of worship, because they were close to heaven and the gods, so wadis in valleys became places of worship because they were close to Sheol and the dead. The unfaithful in Israel even made drink and grain offerings to these rocks. This was not the kind of behavior that would cause God to change His mind about bringing judgment on His people.) (About Sheol. In the Hebrew Scriptures, the word used to denote the realm of the dead is “Sheol.” It simply means “the place of the dead” or “the place of departed souls/spirits.” The New Testament Greek equivalent to Sheol is Hades, which is also a general reference to “the place of the dead.” Sheol/Hades is divided into a place of blessing (where Lazarus was in Luke 16 and a place of torment (where the rich man was in Lk 16). Sheol is a temporary place where souls are kept as they await the final resurrection. The souls of the righteous, at death, go directly into the presence of God, the part of Sheol called “heaven,” “paradise,” or “Abraham’s bosom”)

7. 57:7. “You have made your bed on a high and lofty hill; there you went up to offer your sacrifices.” (The Israelites also worshipped idols on mountains, as the pagans did to get closer to their gods. Such worship constituted infidelity to the Lord and adultery with loved idols. Thus Israel had made her bed and slept with another man when she worshipped as she did. However, Isaiah’s language was more than figurative since worship of these nature deities involved sacred prostitution.)

8. 57:8. “You have put pagan symbols on your doorposts and behind your doors. You have left me and climbed into bed with these detestable gods. You have committed yourselves to them. You love to look at their naked bodies.” (The unfaithful Israelites were evidently setting up memorial objects to the idols in their homes as well. The Scripture portions that they were to place on their doorframes were to remind them of the Lord, but they had installed rival reminders inside their homes. The holder of these Scripture portions is called a “mezuzah,” and many observant Jews still install them on their doorframes, even today. The Lord’s “wife” (Israel) had turned her back on Him and had gone to bed with other lovers. She had been unfaithful to her covenant with Yahweh, and had covenanted to worship idols, since she loved the physical aspects of their worship.)

9. 57:9. “You have gone to Molech with olive oil and many perfumes, sending your agents far and wide, even to the world of the dead.” (Some Israelites had also traveled far from home to worship other gods. This may be a reference to making political alliances with other nations and then worshipping their gods with them. The king in view may be the most prominent foreign ruler at the time that Isaiah wrote this prophecy. These political trips involved great distances. The negotiators would take the oils and perfumes used in the worship of foreign gods with them. Over time these instances of idolatry had increased. But, instead of going to foreign nations, Isaiah said these envoys were really going to Sheol because God would slay His people for their unfaithfulness to Him.)

10. 57:10. “You grew weary in your search, but you never gave up. Desire gave you renewed strength, and you did not grow weary.” (These trips to obtain political security through idolatry wore the envoys out. Rather than ensuring that security did not come in that way, however, they persevered in their wickedness in spite of their weariness.)

11. 57:11. “Are you afraid of these idols? Do they terrify you? Is that why you have lied to me and forgotten me and my words? Is it because of my long silence that you no longer fear me?” (Yahweh asked the Israelites a question. “Who had terrified them that they betrayed the truth, their covenant partner, and their concern for Him?” Obviously it was not a great threat that had made them unfaithful, but neglect of Him. Perhaps if He had been more active in judging their sins they would have remembered Him. But, graciously, He had been silent about their sins, and so they had not paid attention to Him.)

12. 57:12. “Now I will expose your so-called good deeds. None of them will help you.” (God would bring Israel into judgment and make known her “righteous” deeds . What she considered righteousness, the blending of her elect calling and paganism, was anything but that. She would come out lacking in that reckoning.”)

13. 57:13. “Let’s see if your idols can save you when you cry to them for help. Why, a puff of wind can knock them down! If you just breathe on them, they fall over! But whoever trusts in me will inherit the land and possess my holy mountain.” (In that day of judgment, the idols that the Israelites had trusted in, even in captivity, would be of no help. They would be as useless and lightweight, as what the winds blow away. In contrast, those who made Yahweh their refuge, in times of trial, would inherit the land and possess the Zion of the future Millennium.”)

14. 57:14. “God says, “Rebuild the road! Clear away the rocks and stones so my people can return from captivity.” (In the future, someone would give an order to prepare the way for the Israelites to return to their land and to their God  This was an exhortation to the Jews in Babylonian exile to return to Jerusalem and rebuild the temple. The speaker is probably God, but the speech is more important than the speaker. The figure is of building a roadbed for a highway that would become the route of the Israelites.)

15. 57:15. “The high and lofty one who lives in eternity, the Holy One, says this: “I live in the high and holy place with those whose spirits are contrite and humble. I restore the crushed spirit of the humble and revive the courage of those with repentant hearts.” (The reason for this proclamation is that God is who He is. He is the utterly transcendent God in relation to space (high and lifted up), time (lives forever), and character (holy). Yet He is also immanent, dwelling among repentant and humble people. He dwells among them to encourage and enable them. The holy God is with His humble people.)

16. 57:16. “For I will not fight against you forever; I will not always be angry. If I were, all people would pass away, all the souls I have made.” (God will not always be angry with sinners; His anger will come to an end because He has made provision for human sin through the Servant (Messiah-Yeshua. He “becomes” angry, but He is love. If God remained angry with sin, humanity could not endure His wrath and everyone would perish . Obviously God remains angry with sinners who refuse His grace, but He does not need to remain angry with the humble who accept His provision for their sins.)

17: 57:17. “I was angry, so I punished these greedy people. I withdrew from them, but they kept going on their own stubborn way.” (The Lord had been angry with the proud Israelite because of his desire for unjust gain, namely, for more and more for himself. Greed is the essential sin that results in idolatry. God’s anger led Him to discipline the proud Israelites and to become inaccessible to their calls for help. Israel, instead of repenting and returning to the Lord, continued in her sinful ways.)

18. 57:18. “I have seen what they do, but I will heal them anyway! I will lead them. I will comfort those who mourn.” (In spite of Israel’s response, Yahweh would heal, lead, and strengthen the nation’s inhabitants who mourned over their sinfulness. He would take the initiative by providing the Servant, to strengthen as well as to save. It is not so much grace for redemption that is in view here, as grace to “overcome” the attraction of sin for people already redeemed.)

19. 57:19. “creating praise on their lips. Peace, peace, to those far and near,” says the LORD. “And I will heal them.” (The result would be that those delivered would praise the Lord. Consequently, there can be peace for the humble because God would heal them, whether they live near in Israel, or far off among the Gentiles . The duplication of a word like “peace” is a Hebrew idiom for something superlative in kind, and total in extent. Since “shalom” was a conventional word of greeting, the speaker may have intended to give the wayward a warm welcome home.)

20. 57:20-21. “But the wicked are like the tossing sea, which can not rest, whose waves cast up mire and mud. There is no peace, says my God, for the wicked.” (The wicked contrast with the humble who take advantage of God’s provision of grace. Far from being at peace, their existence is as tumultuous as the tossing sea, which is incapable of being at rest. Their constant agitation creates many other problems, like the raging sea that casts up debris and mud. No “shalom” is the portion of the wicked.”.)

III. Worship. 

A. Scripture. 

Revelation 7:9-15 (KJV) “A Multitude From The Great Tribulation”

“After this I beheld, and, lo, a great multitude, which no man could number, of all nations, and kindreds, and people, and tongues, stood before the throne, and before the Lamb, clothed with white robes, and palms in their hands;  And cried with a loud voice, saying, Salvation to our God which sitteth upon the throne, and unto the Lamb. And all the angels stood round about the throne, and about the elders and the four beasts, and fell before the throne on their faces, and worshipped God, Saying, Amen: Blessing, and glory, and wisdom, and thanksgiving, and honour, and power, and might, be unto our God for ever and ever. Amen. And one of the elders answered, saying unto me, What are these which are arrayed in white robes? and whence came they?   And I said unto him, Sir, thou knowest. And he said to me, These are they which came out of great tribulation, and have washed their robes, and made them white in the blood of the Lamb.  Therefore are they before the throne of God, and serve him day and night in his temple: and he that sitteth on the throne shall dwell among them.”

B. Video. Terry MacAlmon.

Holy Are You Lord. 

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Isaiah 65:17. “For, behold, I create new heavens and a new earth; and the former shall not be remembered, nor come into mind.”

I. Introduction. Jewish Prophets  3 – Isaiah Chapter 55 Prophets. 712 B.C.  

A. This Eternity study focuses on a study of the Bible, which takes place through a consistent, literal, historical, grammatical and contextual interpretation of God’s Inspired Word. The result of this study is accomplished through a systematic exposition of Israel and the End Times, which includes Scripture that is contained in both the Old and New Testaments of the Bible.

B. The contents in this article rely heavily on my study of the commentaries, articles, and discussions of many highly respected theological scholars. It is important to know that before I draw a conclusion on any subject, I must first have found agreement on the conclusion from the works of such reputable theologians.  

C. For a view of other trusted theological scholars, of whom I have chosen for reference, please click on my Page, “About My References.”

D. Dates that are provided in this article come from the Scofield Study Bible (1909 A.D.) and the Ryrie Study Bible (1986 A.D.).

II. Article Introduction. 

A. Overview of Isaiah Chapter 55.  Israel’s Turmoil (Northern and Southern Kingdoms).

1. Jewish Prophets Of The Eighth Century B.C. 

a. This time period is very significant for the people of Israel because of several reasons. 

b. The prophets who ministered in this period were very significant prophets; they were Amos, Hosea, Isaiah, and Micah. This period is the beginning of classical prophecy. (1) Amos, 755 B.C. Prophesied to southern kingdom. (2) Hosea, 710 B.C. Prophesied to northern kingdom. (3) Isaiah, 740-680 B.C. Prophesied to southern kingdom. (4) Micah, 708 B.C. B.C. Prophesied to southern kingdom.

2. Political background.

a. There was constant war between Israel and Syria. 

b. Israel (northern kingdom) became politically secure during this time. Judah (southern kingdom) also experienced political stability under king Uzziah at this time. As a result, both Judah and Israel were enjoying great prosperity and had reached new political and military heights (cf. 2 Kgs 14:23-15:7; 2 Chr. 26).

c. Due to Assyrian pressure, and various other reasons, the northern kingdom of Israel began to decline in the second half of the eighth century. Six kings ruled in the northern kingdom after Jeroboam II for a short period of just 32 years, they were all weak kings and others who usurped power killed four of them.

d. In the second half of the century, three great crises confronted Israel and Judah; in each, Assyria is involved.

(1) Syrio-Ephraimite War 734 B.C. It was a war between Judah and Israel. 

(2) The Fall of Samaria 722 B.C. Assyrian king, Shalmaneser V, invaded northern Israel and laid a siege against Samaria for three years. Shalmaneser V died and Sargon II (721-705) continued the siege and Samaria fell into the hands of the Assyrians in 722 BC. Finally, the northern kingdom fell into the hands of the Assyrians in 722 BC.

3. Social Condition.

Family relationships were broken. Son stood against the father and daughter stood against the mother. Men’s enemies were the members of his own house (Mic 7:5-6). Even the judges were corrupt; they took bribes; they turned down justice to the poor and needy (Amos 5:10-12); there was great violence and bloodshed. The priests also became corrupt (Hos. 4:4-10, esp. v. 9).

4. Religious Condition.

a. For the Jews, religion was a matter of form. They emphasized on the rituals of the religion, but their hearts were far away from the Lord. The Jews were only interested in the external practice of religion. Idolatry and human sacrifice were widespread. They worshiped Baal. Drunkenness was very common (Amos 2:12). Rather than trusting upon Yahweh for their national affairs, they depended upon foreign alliances.

b. Now,  Israel focused her religion on expectations of the ‘day of the Lord’ (Amos 5:18-20). But the prophets said, the day of the Lord is not a day of salvation and blessing but a day of judgment

5. The Messages Of The Prophets Ministered During Eighth Century B.C.

a. Into a kingdom outwardly prosperous, morally and spiritually low, to a people wealthy and proud, but degenerate and callous, came the prophets Amos, Hosea, Isaiah and Micah. The main message of the prophets during this period can be summarized in these following points.

(1) Israel will be punished by rejecting Yahweh. The fundamental message of these prophets was that Israel had fallen away from Yahweh and He had rejected them and they would be punished. Amos states, “Judgment will fall on the land” (Amos 8:2). Hosea states, “I will punish them and repay them for their deeds”(Hos. 4:9).

(2) The prophets spoke against religious hypocrisy. The Jews’ attitude of leaving aside Yahweh’s moral demand and giving importance to ritual religion has been bitterly criticized “I hate, I despise your feasts” (Amos 5:21ff; Isa. 1, Hos. 6:6, Mic. 6:8).

(3) The prophets reminded Israel about the divine action in their history. The past history was to the prophets, the field of divine action. Amos, Hosea and Micah reminded the Jews that Yahweh brought Israel up from Egypt, guided them through the desert, and led them to a blessed land. Amos pointed out that like Israel, Yahweh has brought out other nations, Philistines from Caphtor, and Syrians from Kir (Amos 9:7).

(4) The Remnant.  The prophets emphasized to the Jews that their response to Yahweh will guide their future, either for ‘good’ or ‘evil,’ so they exhorted Israel to repentance. “Seek Yahweh, seek the good that you may live” (Amos 5:4). Even though Yahweh’s punishment might come upon the Jews. still a remnant will survive (Amos 3:12; Isa. 6:13, 10:20ff)

III. Isaiah 55:1-2 Focus.

A. Verses. 

1 “Listen! Every one who is thirsty, come to the waters. And you who have no money, come, buy and eat. Come, buy wine and milk without money and without price. 2 Why do you spend money for what is not bread? Why spend your pay for what you do not enjoy? Listen well to Me, and eat what is good. Find joy in the best food.

B. Commentary 

1. In this passage we have Isaiah’s great appeal to Jews of Judah. It is made in the consciousness of the victory won by the Servant of the Lord (Messiah) and the consequent possibility of restoration offered to the Jews of Israel. Nevertheless it distinctly sets forth the solemn conditions on which advantage may be taken of the great provision.

2. It first recognizes the need of the people in the verses which describe their condition as thirsty, as being without money, as spending “money for that which is not bread,” and earnestly urges them to turn and listen to Him who has been given as a “Witness to the peoples,” as a “Leader and Commander.”

3. In this second part the appeal is made with greater directness, and the terms on which the Jews may find their way back into relationship with God are distinctly stated.

4. The text ends with a description, full of poetry and beauty, of the conditions of fruitfulness and joy and prosperity which must follow return to the Lord and submission to His government.

IV. Worship.

A. Mt 23:39 For I tell you, you will not see me again until you say, ‘Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord.’”

B. Zech 12:10  “And I will pour out on the house of David and the inhabitants of Jerusalem a spirit of grace and supplication. They will look on me, the one they have pierced, and they will mourn for him as one mourns for an only child, and grieve bitterly for him as one grieves for a firstborn son.

V. Video.

Paul Wilbur. Baruch Haba, Blessed Is He Who Comes In The Name Of The Lord.

I. Introduction. Jewish Prophets  3 – Isaiah Chapter 55:6. 712 B.C.

This Eternity study focuses on a study of the Bible, which is accomplished through a consistent, literal, historical, grammatical and contextual interpretation of our LORD’s  Inspired Word of Israel and the end times. The result of this “Systematic Theology” of Scripture is the correlation of the data of Biblical revelation, as a whole, in order to exhibit systematically the total picture of Yahweh’s self revelation. 

II. Isaiah 55:6. (712 B.C.) “Seek the LORD while He may be found; Call upon Him while He is near.” (Consider)

God’s love stems from a plan infinitely superior to anything that mankind could have devised.

III. The Rupture of the Kingdom of Israel. 

After the death of Israel’s King Solomon in 930 B.C., inner kingdom turmoil caused the once solidified kingdom of Israel to begin to crumble which brought about the falling away from Yahweh by “His chosen people (Deu 14:2).” We will survey the results of the demise of the Kingdom of Israel. We will also look at the prophetic Word of Yahweh for Israel to return to Him, as He expressed His love for Israel. As we go about this survey of Israel’s turn from following Yahweh, it must be remembered that context is key in all Biblical studies. A key element of the context of this study is the date of the events as they occurred. 

IV. The decline and fall of the kingdoms of Israel and Judah represent a significant period in biblical history, marked by spiritual apostasy, political instability, and eventual conquest by foreign powers. This era is chronicled extensively in the books of Kings and Chronicles, as well as in the prophetic writings, providing a comprehensive narrative of the causes and consequences of their downfall. 

A. Israel (Northern Kingdom).1. The kingdom of Israel, also known as the Northern Kingdom, was established after the united monarchy of Israel split following the reign of Solomon. Jeroboam I became the first king of the Northern Kingdom, and his reign set a precedent for idolatry and disobedience to God. Jeroboam erected golden calves at Bethel and Dan, leading the people into sin (1 Kgs 12:28-30). This idolatry became a recurring theme throughout Israel’s history, as subsequent kings continued to lead the nation away from the worship of Yahweh.

2. The prophetic ministry during this period was significant, with prophets like Elijah, Elisha, Amos, and Hosea calling the Jewish people back to Mosaic covenant faithfulness. Despite these warnings, the people persisted in their rebellion. The political landscape was marked by frequent coups and assassinations, contributing to the instability of the kingdom.

3. The culmination of Israel’s decline came in 722 BC when the Assyrian Empire, under King Shalmaneser V and later Sargon II, conquered Samaria, the capital of the Kingdom of the tribes of Northern Israel. The Assyrians deported many Israelites, scattering them throughout their empire, effectively ending the Northern Kingdom (2 Kgs 17:6). The biblical narrative attributes this fall to Israel’s persistent idolatry and rejection of God’s commandments (2 Kgs 17:7-23)B. Judah (Southern Kingdom).

1. The kingdom of Judah, or the Southern Kingdom, continued the Davidic line of kings, beginning with Rehoboam, Solomon’s son. While Judah had several righteous kings, such as Asa, Jehoshaphat, Hezekiah, and Josiah, who sought to reform the nation and return to the worship of Yahweh, the kingdom also experienced periods of significant apostasy.

2. The influence of foreign powers, particularly Egypt and Babylon, played a crucial role in Judah’s decline. The prophetic voices of Isaiah, Jeremiah, and others warned of impending judgment due to the nation’s sins, including idolatry, social injustice, and failure to uphold the Mosaic covenant.

3. The fall of Judah occurred in stages, with the Babylonian Empire under King Nebuchadnezzar II exerting increasing control. In 586 BC, after a prolonged siege, Jerusalem was captured, the temple was destroyed, and many inhabitants were exiled to Babylon (2 Kg 25:8-12). This event marked the end of the Davidic monarchy and the beginning of the Babylonian Exile.

4. The biblical account emphasizes that Judah’s fall was a direct result of its leaders and people’s unfaithfulness to God. Despite repeated warnings and opportunities for repentance, the nation failed to heed the prophetic messages, leading to its eventual destruction (2 Chron 36:15-21).

C. Theological Implications. 

1. The decline and fall of Israel and Judah serve as a sobering reminder of the consequences of turning away from God. The biblical narrative underscored the importance of Mosaic covenant faithfulness and the dangers of idolatry and moral decay. The prophets’ calls for repentance highlight God’s desire for His people to return to Him, even in the face of impending judgment.

2. This period also sets the stage for the hope of restoration and the coming of a new covenant, as foretold by the prophets, pointing ultimately to the redemptive work of Messiah/Christ.

V. Yahweh’s Expression Of His Love for Israel.

1. Jeremiah 30:7. 606 B.C. Israel to survive the Great Tribulation (Jacob’s  distress).

“Alas! for that day is great, There is none like it; And it is the time of Jacob’s distress, But he will be saved from it. “

2. Jeremiah 31:3. (606 B.C.). Yahweh tells of His love for Israel to the Jewish prophet Jeremiah 

“The Lord appeared to him from afar, saying, “I have loved you with an everlasting love; Therefore I have drawn you with lovingkindness.

3. Isaiah 55:6. (712 B.C.) “Seek the LORD while He may be found; Call upon Him while He is near.” 

a. Having invited Israel to find spiritual nourishment from Yahweh (55:1-3) and identifying the Servant-Messiah as the source of that nourishment (Isa 55:4-5), Yahweh now calls on all Israel to repent and to return to Him. The promise here is plain: If Jews will seek the LORD in a timely manner, “turn from their wickedness and return to the LORD, then He will abundantly pardon.” These phrases are not calls for works righteousness, but are calling for genuine faith leading to Divine forgiveness and transformed behavior. This is evident from the opening words of this Song (vs 1-2), calling Israel to obtain salvation freely (not by works) since it is only available by Yahweh’s gracious gift. 

b. Looking ahead to the time of the end of  Jacob’s Trouble (Great Tribulation), those Jews who were left behind from the future Rapture of the church, also known as the catching up of the church, (John 14:1-3; 1 Cor 15:50-54; 1 Thes 4:13-18)., and have come to belief in Christ/ Messiah, will call on Him to save them from the forces of Satan (Zechariah 12:10): “I will pour out on the house of David and on the inhabitants of Jerusalem, the Spirit of grace and of supplication, so that they will look on Me whom they have pierced; and they will mourn for Him, as one mourns for an only son, and they will weep bitterly over Him like the bitter weeping over a firstborn.” (Saved Jews will recognize Yeshua as her Messiah, acknowledging with deep contrition that He was the One whom their forefathers pierced; Jn 19:37, “They shall look on Him whom they pierced.”). 

4. Jeremiah 31:31-34. (606 B.C.) God reaffirms his love for Israel, by telling of the unconditional “New Covenant” that He will make with all Israel, and only Israel. But, the church will benefit from the New Covenant.  The nature of God’s unconditional covenant is that God says, “I will, to Israel.” He didn’t say, “if you will” to Israel. Therefore, there is nothing that can be done by anyone, including Israel, to invalidate God’s unconditional “New Covenant” with Israel, or with any of the other unconditional covenants of God with Israel. 

a. Verses.  31“Behold, days are coming,” declares the Lord, “when I will make a new covenant with the house of Israel and with the house of Judah, 32  not like the covenant which I made with their fathers in the day I took them by the hand to bring them out of the land of Egypt, My covenant which they broke, although I was a husband to them,” declares the Lord.  33  “But this is the covenant which I will make with the house of Israel after those days,” declares the Lord, “I will put My law within them and on their heart I will write it; and I will be their God, and they shall be My people. 34  They will not teach again, each man his neighbor and each man his brother, saying, ‘Know the Lord,’ for they will all know Me, from the least of them to the greatest of them,” declares the Lord, “for I will forgive their iniquity, and their sin I will remember no more.”

b. Commentary. The principal OT passage on the new covenant (cf Isa 59:20-21; Jer 32:37-40; Ezek 16:60-63; 37:21-28; Heb 8:6). It will be made in the future with the whole nation of Israel (v 31); it will be unlike the Mosaic Covenant, in that it will be unconditional (v 32); its provisions will include (1) a change of heart, (2) fellowship with God, (3) knowledge of the Lord, and (4) forgiveness of sins. All of this will be fulfilled for Israel when Messiah returns from Heaven with His saints in Heaven (Zech 14:1-5, 9; Matt 24:29-31) . Rom 11:26-27, “All Israel will be saved, i.e. those Jews who call on Messiah in belief , Zech 12:10. Saved Gentiles will benefit from the New Covenant by returning from Heaven with Christ (Rev 19:11-20:3). and ruling and reigning with Him (Mt 20:4-6) in the Kingdom (of God; Davidic; Messianic; Millennial). Re v 32 Israel is the wife of Yahweh. The church is the bride of Christ (2 Cor 11:2b).

5 Jeremiah 31:35-37 (607 B.C.) guarantees the permanency of Israel.

a. Verses. . 35. The Lord has made a promise to Israel. He promises it as the one who fixed the sun to give light by day and the moon and stars to give light by night. He promises it as the one who stirs up the sea so that its waves roll. His name is the Lord of Heaven’s Armies. 36 The Lord affirms, “The descendants of Israel will not cease forever to be a nation in my sight. That could only happen if the fixed ordering of the heavenly lights were to cease to operate before me.” 37 The Lord says, “I will not reject all the descendants of Israel because of all that they have done. That could only happen if the heavens above could be measured or the foundations of the earth below could all be explored,” says the Lord.

b. Commentary. The permanence of the cycle of nature (v 35-36) and the immeasurableness of heaven and earth (v 37) guarantee the survival of the Jewish people. 

6. Ezekiel 36 (587 B.C.) tells of the return of Israel to its homeland, which will occur while they are still in unbelief. 

a. Verses. Ezekiel 36:1. “And you, son of man, prophesy to the mountains of Israel and say, ‘O mountains of Israel, hear the word of the Lord. 36:12 Yes, I will cause men—My people Israel—to walk on you and possess you, so that you will become their inheritance and never again bereave them of children.’ 36:24. For I will take you from the nations, gather you from all the lands and bring you into your own land.

b. Commentary. Here is another promise of the ultimate regathering of scattered Israel from the nations to her own land, a prophecy that will find fulfillment at the end of the tribulation period (Mt 24:31; Jer 16:15), regardless of the bad press that Israel is receiving.

VI. Worship. Revelation Worship Anthem – Holy Holy Holy

Enter into the presence of the Almighty with this awe-inspiring worship anthem, Holy, Holy, Holy. Drawing directly from the powerful words of Revelation (4:8, 11; 5:12, 13; 15:3, 4 – KJV), this song is a proclamation of God’s holiness, majesty, and sovereign power.  

I. Introduction. Jewish Prophets  3 – Isaiah Chapter 55, Verse 3 

This Eternity study focuses on a study of the Bible, which takes place through a consistent, literal, historical, grammatical and contextual interpretation of God’s Inspired Word. The result of this study is accomplished through a systematic exposition of Israel and the End Times, which includes Scripture that is contained in both the Old and New Testaments of the Bible

II. Isaiah 55:3. God will make an everlasting covenant with Israel, in examination.

III. The Abrahamic Covenant Explained.

A. Genesis.

1. 12:3. Abram, called to the Land of Canaan (Gen 12:1), will be made a great nation, through the Jewish nation (i.e., through the descendants of Abraham through Isaac and Jacob). God will bless Abraham and make his name great (12:2). Blessings will be upon those who bless Abram, through his Jewish descendants (Israel). Those who curse Israel will be cursed. 

2. 12:4-7. God led Abram to Canaan, He God told Abram that the land of Canaan would be given to his descendants (Israel).

3. 13:`4-17. Abraham received a reaffirmation of God’s promise to give the land of Canaan to him and his descendants forever (vs 15). God told Abraham: “Arise, walk about the land through its length and breadth; for I will give it to you. (Abraham walked the boundaries of Canaan, “the promised land,). (vs 17).

4. 15:18-21. The boundaries of the Promised land are now given for the first time. This promise has not yet been fulfilled “but will be” when Christ returns to Earth (at the end of the tribulation). (The promised land will extend from the Nile River in Egypt to the Euphrates River in Iraq. (Allen P. Ross, M. Div. Ph. D.; The Bible Knowledge Commentary, whose authors and contributors solely are/were Dallas Theological Seminary educators.).

5. 17:7-8.  God told Abraham, “I will establish my covenant between Me and your descendants after you throughout their generations for an everlasting covenant. I will give to you, and to your descendants after you, the land of your sojournings, all the land of Canaan, for an everlasting possession.

6. 17:19. God told Abraham that He will establish His covenant with Isaac for an everlasting covenant (and not Ishmael).

7. 28:13-15. God confirmed to Jacob the Abrahamic Covenant, and added the promise of His Presence with Jacob, “wherever Jacob would go.” (This is key. Wherever Israel may be, God will be there with them.). 

8. 32:28. God changed Jacob’s name to Israel. 

9. 49:8-12. It will be from the bloodline of Jacob’s fourth son, Judah of Leah (Gen 29:35), that Messiah/Yeshua will be born. (Re: Revelation 5:5). 

B. Exodus.

1. 1:1-7. The descendants of Jacob/Israel enter Egypt. 

2. 12:40. The people of Israel lived in Egypt 430 years. 

3. 15:22. Moses led Israel from Egypt, through the Red Sea, and they went out into the wilderness of Shur, and they went into the wilderness (The wilderness of Shur is the entire desert region between Egypt and Canaan (the Land of Israel). 

4. 19:1. In the third month after the Israelites had gone out of the land of Egypt, they came into the wilderness of Sinai,  to Mt. Sinai (19:16), where the Mosaic Law was ratified (24:1-18), and renewed (34:1-35). The Mosaic Covenant was a conditional Covenant, unlike the unconditional Abrahamic Covenant (Gen 12:2-3), or its Unconditional Sub Covenants: Land (Deu 29-30), Davidic (2 Sam 7:8-16), New  (Jer 31:31-34). 

5. 35:1-40-33. The Tabernacle in the desert was constructed.

C. Deuteronomy. 

1. 4:27. 30, 27. The prophecy of Moses of the scattering of Israel from the land if she proved to be disobedient. 30. Yet, if she would turn to God, He would be merciful and restore her. Israel experienced such removals in the Assyrian and Babylonian captivities, as well as in her dispersion after her rejection of Christ. Times subsequent to the message of Moses, and culminating in the final restoration of Israel at the second coming of Messiah/Christ (Also, Deu 28:64-68. A prophecy of the dispersion of the Jewish people among “all peoples” (nations) after the destruction of Jerusalem by the Romans in 70 A.D).

2. 11:24. God affirmed the boundaries of Israel’s promised land: from the wilderness to Lebanon, and from the Euphrates river, as far as the western (the Mediterranean). 

3. 14:2. God’s Words to Israel. “For you are a holy people to the LORD your God, and He has chosen you to be a special people for His own possession out of all the peoples who are on the earth.”

4. 17:14-15. God established rules for Israel’s king. “When you enter the land which the Lord your God gives you, and your possess it and live in it, you shall set a king over you whom the LORD your God chooses.” This choosing refers to Jews at this time, but also of Christ when He offered the kingdom to  first century Israel (Mt 3:2; 4:17; 10:5-7).

5. 34:3-4. God said to Moses, as Israel approached the promised land, and in preparation for the death of Moses (age 120): “The western sea.” The Mediterranean. “This is the land which I swore to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, saying, I will give it to your descendants.” (all of the land of Judah, as far as the western sea).  The panorama of Moses was toward the Northeast, then West and South, and finally back to the plain between Jericho and Nebo.  Zoar. Located at the South end of the Dead Sea. 

D. Joshua.

1. 3:10. Joshua said to Israel. “By this you shall know that the living God is among you, and that He will assuredly dispossess from before you the Canaanite (and others). (The destruction of the Canaanites was (1) to punish them for their gross wickedness (see Deu 7:2,5) and (2) to prevent Israel from being infected by their evil religions). 

2. 4:1-8. Israel crossed the Jordan River into the Land of Canaan (the promised land).

3: 5:14-15. Joshua worshipped the “captain of the host of the Lord,” as Yahweh (6:2), acknowledging that this was His war and that the Israelites were but a part of the Lord’s hosts (which also included angels and the forces of nature). The captain may have been, a theophany, (manifestation of God), or a Christophany (appearance of the pre-incarnate Christ), the more likely possibility here. He was the captain of an army belonging to another, “Christ the Lord Himself.” 

4. 6:1-12:24. Israel conquered the Land of Canaan. 

5. 13:1-24:33. The land was divided among the tribes of Israel. 

6. 18:7. The Levites had no portion, because the priesthood of the LORD was their inheritance. 

7. 24:29. Joshua died at age 110. 

E. Judges. 

2:16, The LORD raised up judges who ruled Israel from 1380-1050 B.C., when Saul became King of Israel, who was followed by David in 1010 B.C.

F. 1 Samuel.

1. 9:1-27. Saul was chosen King of Israel (40 years).

2. 15:28. Saul was rejected by God as King of Israel, but still ruled Israel. 

3. 31.3-6. Saul was wounded in battle; he fell on his sword, and died. 

G. 2 Samuel. 

1. 2 Samuel 5:5. David becomes King of Judah (7 years).

2. 2 Samuel 5:5. David becomes King of all of Israel (33 years). 

H. 1 Kings.

1. 2:10. King David Dies.

2. 2 :12. Solomon, son of King David becomes King of all Israel.

3. 7:51. Solomon finishes the construction of the Temple in Jerusalem (959 B.C.)

4. 11:43. King Solomon Dies (appx 930 B. C.)

6. 12:1-22:53. The Kingdom of Israel is divided (930 B.C.)

7. 12:25. Jeroboam (son of Nebat ) becomes King (931 B.C.) of the northern 10 tribes (Jeroboam “jumped” northward). 13:32 Samaria becomes the capital of the Northern 10 tribes, sometimes called Israel, and sometimes called Ephraim (the larger of the 10 northern tribes.) Jeroboam died 14:19.

8. 14:21.Rehoboam (son of Solomon) becomes King (931 B.C.) of the southern 2 tribes (Rehoboam “remained” in Jerusalem). Rehoboam died 14:31.

9. Other kings followed, and ruled the divided kingdoms. Most of the kings were bad. The Northern Kingdom of Israel had 20 kings; all were bad.  Judah had 19 Kings with 6 to 8 considered to be good. 

I. The destruction of the northern kingdom. 17:1-41. Sargon II of Assyria conquered Israel (northern kingdom). 722 B.C.

J. The destruction of the southern kingdom. 25:11-21. Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon conquered Judah (the northern kingdom). 586 B.C.

K. John the Baptist, Yeshua and disciples told of the kingdom to first century Israel (Matt 3:2; 4:17; 10:5-8), but the Jews rejected the offer (Matt 12:22-24). 

L. Messiah/Yeshua told the first century Jews to pray for “the kingdom to come” (Matt 6:10).

M. The first century Jews rejected the offer of the kingdom (Matt 12:22-24).

N. The apostles, still awaiting the kingdom after the crucifixion of Christ, asked the resurrected Christ, “Is it at this time that You are restoring the kingdom to Israel? (Davidic Kingdom, divided and destroyed).  Acts 1:6. But, the kingdom had not yet come, and will not come until Christ returns to earth from heaven with all of His saints in heaven at the last battle of the Tribulation/Armageddon (Zechariah 14:1-5, 9; Revelation 19:11-20:6; Matthew 24:29-30). 

IV. What is the Kingdom, What is the Kingdom not?

A. When John The Baptist, Yeshua, and the Disciples said to the first century Jews, ” The Kingdom is at hand,” no explanation was needed. Those Jews knew all about the Kingdom from their Jewish teachings. “At hand,” meant the Kingdom was “near” and “not here.” In order to make the kingdom “here,” as opposed to “near,” the Jews must accept God’s appointed King (Deu 17:15), whom prophecies identify Yeshua as being Yahweh’s appointed King. 

B. Of the two above questions, we will answer the second question first, “What is the kingdom not?”

1. The kingdom is not within anyone. The KJV has an incorrect translation,  “the kingdom of God is within you.” (Lk 17:21). The correct translation is “the kingdom of God is in your midst.” (NASB).  Per Ryrie note. The necessary elements of the kingdom were present, and needed only to be recognized. “It can not mean, “within you,” for the kingdom was completely unconnected with the Pharisees to whom Yeshua was speaking (vs 20).  “When He (Yeshua) left there, the scribes and the Pharisees began to be very hostile and to question Him closely on many subjects, plotting against Him to catch Him in something He might say.”(Lk 11:53-54).

2. Consider the second question of Para IV. “What is the kingdom not?” The kingdom is not the infilling of the Holy Spirit. Per Acts 1:5. “you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit not many days from now.” Acts 1:8, Yeshua said to the disciples, “you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you.”  Acts 2:1-4 (Ten days later) When the day of Pentecost had come, they were all together in one place.  And suddenly there came from heaven a noise like a violent rushing wind, and it filled the whole house where they were sitting. And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit…” The disciples were filled with the Holy Spirit, but “the kingdom had not yet come.”

3. We will now answer the question, “What Is The Kingdom?” 2 Samuel 7:12-16 provides the answer.

a. Verses: 12 When your days are complete and you lie down with your fathers, I will raise up your descendant after you, who will come forth from you, and I will establish his king  13 He shall build a house for My name, and I will establish the throne of his kingdom forever.  14  I will be a father to him and he will be a son to Me; when he commits iniquity, I will correct him with the rod of men and the strokes of the sons of men, 15  but My lovingkindness shall not depart from him, as I took it away from Saul, whom I removed from before you. 16 Your house and your kingdom shall endure before Me forever; your throne shall be established forever.”’”

b. Ryrie Commentary. This great covenant that God graciously made with David included the following provisions. 

(1) 1 David will have a son who will succeed him and establish his KINGDOM (vs 12). 2. That son, (Solomon), rather than David, will build the Temple (vs13a). 3. The throne of Solomon’s kingdom would be established forever (13b). 4. Though David’s sins justified chastening, God’s “lovingkindness” , steadfast love, would be forever (vs 14-15). 5. David’s house, KINGDOM, and throne wILL be established forever (vs 16). 

(2). The covenant did not guarantee uninterrupted rule by David’s family (and, in fact, the Babylonian Exile interrupted it), but it did promise that the right to rule would always remain with David’s dynasty. Messiah/Christ is the ultimate fulfillment of these promises (Lk 1:31-33) and, although at this time He is not ruling from the throne of David (Heb 12:2), at His second coming He will assume this throne. .

c. Thoughts to ponder. During the Davidic Kingdom. (1010-970 B.C.), David was a literal, physical, and earthly king, who ruled from his throne in Israel. There was a literal, physical and earthly Temple.  There were oceans, rivers, mountains, trees, animals of all kinds, people, places of residence, and many other things that, in no way, could be “in anyone.” “Neither is there the presence on our literal earth, the physical Temple, which “will be present during the Kingdom age.” (Ezekiel 40-46), nor the Land of Israel divided among the 12 tribes of Israel (Ezekiel 47-48; Matt 19:28). Therefore, it is easy to determine that “the kingdom has not yet come.”

d. The KINGDOM, of which John The Baptist, Messiah/Yeshua, and disciples, discussed with first century Israel (Mt 3:2; 4:17; 10:5-8), is known as the Davidic Kingdom, Kingdom of God, Messianic Kingdom, Kingdom Age, and Millennial Kingdom, 

5. Is Messiah/Christ Ruling From Heaven “now?”

a. The Roles Of Messiah/Yeshua.

(1) Messiah/Yeshua served as Prophet on Earth (Matthew 21:11). (Past)

(2) Messiah/Yeshua serves in Heaven as Priest (1 Timothy 2:5). (Present)

(3).  Messiah/Yeshua will  serve as King when He returns to Earth (Revelation 19:11-16). (Future). 

b. The Rule of Messiah /Christ will be as a “Rod Of Iron.” (Ps 2:9; Rev 2:27; Rev 12:5; Rev 19:15).

6. It is clear to see that Messiah/Christ is not ruling from heaven. (Just look at the world around us. No such Messianic rod of iron is ruling the world). Messiah/Christ will not rule until He returns from Heaven at the end of the Tribulation/Armageddon (Rev 20:4-10). 

V.  Worship

Adonai: “Lord” or “Master” (Gen 15:2, Judges 6:15) emphasizes God’s authoritative relationship with humanity and our need to submit in reverence to God. Adonai was often used in place of YHWH, which was thought by the Jews to be too sacred to be uttered by sinful mankind.

VI. Sarah Liberman – Fire Of  Your Spirit

Isaiah 65:17. “For, behold, I create new heavens and a new earth; and the former shall not be remembered, nor come into mind.”

Isaiah 55:3. “Pay attention and come to me. Listen, so you can live. Then I will make an unconditional covenantal promise to you, just like the reliable covenantal promises I made to David.” (Consider).

I. Introduction. Jewish Prophets  3 – Isaiah Chapter 55. 712 B.C.  

A. This Eternity study focuses on a study of the Bible, which takes place through a consistent, literal, historical, grammatical and contextual interpretation of God’s Inspired Word. The result of this study is accomplished through a systematic exposition of Israel and the End Times, which includes Scripture that is contained in both the Old and New Testaments of the Bible.

B. The contents in this article rely heavily on my study of the commentaries, articles, and discussions of many highly respected theological scholars, It is important to know that before I draw a conclusion on any subject, that I must first have found agreement on the conclusion from the works of such reputable theologians.  

C. For a view of other trusted theological scholars, of whom I have chosen for reference, please click on my Page, “About My References.”

D. Dates that are provided in this article come from the Scofield Study Bible (1909 A.D.) and the Ryrie Study Bible (1986 A.D.).

II. Article Introduction. 

A. Overview of Isaiah Chapter 55.  The everlasting salvation.  God’s free provision.

1. Many of the Jews had made life reasonably tolerable for themselves in Babylon. The prophet knew that they were so settled that they might not want to uproot themselves and face the hardships of life back in their desolated homeland. Many were more concerned with making life easier for themselves than with knowing God and looking to him for their provision. God warns against this self-centered attitude and invites them to trust fully in him. The blessings he gives are free. They cannot be bought with money, but they bring more satisfaction than all the temporary benefits that people might manage to gain (55:1-2).

2. If the Jewish people respond to God’s purposes for them, the divine blessings will extend far beyond the borders of the restored nation of Israel. When God’s people take his message to other nations, people who previously had no knowledge of God will become followers of the God of Israel. God’s people will see his covenant promises to David fulfilled beyond their expectations (3-5).

3. First, however, God requires repentance. When people turn from their sin to God, he forgives them freely according to his mercy (6-7). This mercy is so great that it is beyond human understanding. What God has prepared for his people of Israel is greater than they had ever imagined (8-9).

4. As surely as rain soaks into the ground and makes plants grow (it does not float back up to the clouds), so will God’s promise of Israel’s restoration come true (it will not return to God fruitless). God will lead his people out of Babylon and back to their homeland of Israel. The world of nature will rejoice along with God’s people, and their land will become fruitful again (10-13).

B. Key Verses, Isaiah Chapter 55. 

1. 55:1-2. An invitation was extended to all who were thirsty and who had no money to come and partake of wine and milk without price or cost. 

2. 55:3. God will make an everlasting covenant with Israel just as He did with David. The reference to the covenant is that which God had made with David (see note on 2 Sam 7:8-16) in which He guaranteed that David’s throne, dynasty, and kingdom would continue forever. Christ’s resurrection confirms Him as the eternal Davidic king (Acts 13:34), though He will not take possession of that kingdom until He returns to this present earth from Heaven at the end of the Tribulation. This is also a reference to the new covenant that was made with the house of Israel and the house of Judah (Jer 31:31; 32:40). The Davidic Covenant will be discussed in the explanation of the Abrahamic Covenant. 

3. 55:3-7. In the enforcement of the invitation, God reminded Israel that she should listen and seek the Lord while He may be found.

4. 55:4. Refers to Messiah.

5. 55:5. Refers to Israel.

6. 55:8-11. These verses continue to set forth the wonder of God’s care in nature, as well as in the proclamation of His Word, which will not return empty.

7. 55:8. God’s love stems from a plan infinitely superior to anything that man could have devise. 

8. 55:10-13. 

a. The certainty of God’s Word will bring His promises to fruition, especially to salvation (vs 6-7), and the millennial blessings (vs 12-13), which describe the joy and fertility of that age. 

b. Isaiah’s prophecy promised that Israel would have great joy in the “literal, earthly, unconditional, unfilled” coming kingdom, where Messiah will rule, and where Satan will be bound, which is a part of the Abrahamic Covenant.  It should also be noted that the Abrahamic Covenant, and its sub covenants, are all covenants between God and Israel, and not between God and Gentiles. It will be through Israel that Gentiles will be blessed by God. (Gen 12:3). All nature will join in rejoicing at God’s blessing. 

6. The Abrahamic covenant will be explained in the following article.

III. Jews and Sabbath, Shabbat: the seventh day of the week, beginning at sunset on Friday, and continuing through sunset on Saturday.

Deuteronomy 5:15. You shall remember that you were a slave in the land of Egypt, and the Lord your God brought you out from there with a mighty hand and an outstretched arm. Therefore the Lord your God commanded you to keep the Sabbath day.

IV. Sabbat Video. 

Shabbat Candles Across History

Isaiah 65:17. “For, behold, I create new heavens and a new earth; and the former shall not be remembered, nor come into mind.”

Isaiah 54:17. “no weapon that is formed against you will prosper.” (Consider)

I. Introduction. Jewish Prophets  3 – Isaiah Chapter 54. 712 B.C.  

A. This Eternity study focuses on a study of the Bible, which takes place through a consistent, literal, historical, grammatical and contextual interpretation of God’s Inspired Word. The result of this study is accomplished through a systematic exposition of Israel and the End Times, which includes Scripture that is contained in both the Old and New Testaments of the Bible.

B. The contents in this article rely heavily on my study of the commentaries, articles, and discussions of many highly respected theological scholars, It is important to know that before I draw a conclusion on any subject, that I must first have found agreement on the conclusion from the works of such reputable theologians.  

C. For a view of other trusted theological scholars, of whom I have chosen for reference, please click on my Page, “About My References.”

D. Dates that are provided in this article come from the Scofield Study Bible (1909 A.D.) and the Ryrie Study Bible (1986 A.D.).

II. Article Introduction. 

A. Overview of Isaiah Chapter 54. Israel is the restored wife of Yahweh.  

1. We now come to the section which deals with the triumphant singing resulting from the work of the Servant of G-d (Messiah), and this chapter is the song of assurance. It first sets forth the glorious fact of restoration. The Jewish people, forsaken on account of their own sin, are to be restored to the sacred relationship to Yahweh, in which “He is the husband.” The borders are to be enlarged in order that the growth of the people may find room, and all this because the end of forsaking has come. It must not be forgotten that this song of restoration follows immediately the description of the suffering and triumph of the Messiah (The Servant Of The Lord).

2. The second half of the song describes the glory of restoration. The city is to be rebuilt in material magnificence. Its life is to be conditioned in moral rectitude. The children are to be taught of Yahweh. The civic strength is to be righteousness, and all oppression is to be banished.

3. Finally, the reconstituted people (Israel) are to be impregnable. No enemy will be able to gain an a vantage over them, and no weapon formed against them (Israel) shall prosper.

B. A view of Isaiah’s Prophecy. Ryrie Study Bible. Charles C. Ryrie, B.A., Th.M. Th. D., Ph. D., Lit. D.

1. The audience of Isaiah. Isa 1:1. “The vision of Isaiah the son of Amoz concerning Judah and Jerusalem.” It is clear from this verse that Isaiah’s prophecy was directed to the Jews of Judah. It is also clear that the target audience was not that of the USA, or of any nation outside of Israel, except those that are named in the prophecy that oppressed Israel

2. Ryrie Study Bible outline of Isaiah 54:1-17: The Song Of Salvation. Scofield Study Bible Introductory Notes. Israel, the restored wife of Yahweh; Security and blessing of restored Israel (cf  Deu 30:1-9).

3. Based on the above information, it is necessary to read the Prophecy of Isaiah in the context in which the prophecy of Isaiah was spoken to Isaiah by Yahweh. The same attention to context should also be considered when reading the prophecies of other Jewish prophets. 

4. Ryrie Key Notes.

a. 54:2. The illustration of the enlarging of postexilic Israel is that of a bedouin tent, easily enlarged by adding skins, lengthen cords, and putting down stronger pegs. (A Bedouin tent is a traditional shelter used by the nomadic Bedouin people).

b. 54:4-10. Judah in exile is viewed as a wife separated from her husband (the Lord), but eventually restored (cf vs 9 with Gen 9:11). The ultimate fulfillment awaits the Millennium since only at that time could G-d say He would never be angry with Israel again (vs 9).

c. 54:11-17. The full accomplishment of what is described here for Israel awaits the millennial age. Notice what the Millennium will mean with respect to Jerusalem (vs 11-12), children (vs 13), and security (vs 14-17). [ vs 17: “no weapon that is formed against you will prosper.”]

C. Key Verses. A View of Isaiah’s Prophecy. The Moody Bible Commentary. Dr. Michael Rydelnik, Professor of Jewish Studies, Moody Bible Institute, and General Editor and commentator of Isaiah. 

1. Recipients. The book was written for the faithful remnant of Israel, in order to engender comfort, hope, and faith in them by reminding them that the Holy One of Israel would judge sin, and ultimately comfort and restore Israel, according to His purpose. The enduring message of Isaiah is that God’s people (Israel) would continue to live in the knowledge that He is the holy God who delivers those faithful to him. (Pg 1006).

2. The promise of salvation (Isa 54:1-17). (Pg 1091-1092).).

3. Isa 54:17 “No weapon that is formed against you will prosper.” In the millennial kingdom, (the 1,000 year reign of Messiah, literally and physically on the earth; cf Rv 20:1-6) G-d will not allow any nation to defeat Israel. In the past, G-d allowed the destroyer (Babylon) to ruin. But in the end of days, “no weapon that is formed against you will prosper.” There is no blacksmith in the world who can forge a weapon that will defeat Israel in those days. G-d’s people have been vindicated and stand before G-d as part of an everlasting covenant. G-d’s role in the formation of Israel’s enemies has been emphasized throughout the book. His involvement offers comfort to Israel since God’s wrath will be checked by His mercy and compassion for His covenant people.

4. My note.  The people of God, in context, relates to Israel (Deu 14:2). The Servant of God is Messiah. The kingdom is known as the Davidic Kingdom, Kingdom of God, Messianic Kingdom, Millennium. 

5. Moody Bible Commentary note. Matthew, the gospel writer, more often uses the term, “Kingdom of Heaven,” not “kingdom of G-d, probably because his Jewish audience might have been offended at the excessive and overly-familiar use of G-d’s name, and that it (the kingdom) will come to earth from heaven.

III. Jews and Sabbath, Shabbat: the seventh day of the week, beginning at sunset on Friday, and continuing through sunset on Saturday.

Deuteronomy 5:13-14.”13 Six days you shall labor and do all your work, 14  but the seventh day is a sabbath of the Lord your God; in it you shall not do any work.”

IV. Sabbath Video. 

How to light Shabbat candles.

Isaiah 65:17. “For, behold, I create new heavens and a new earth; and the former shall not be remembered, nor come into mind.”

Isaiah 53:5. ” by His stripes we are healed.” (Consider)

I. Introduction. Jewish Prophets  3 – Isaiah Chapter 53. 712 B.C.  

A. This Eternity study focuses on a study of the Bible, which takes place through a consistent, literal, historical, grammatical and contextual interpretation of God’s Inspired Word. The result of this study is accomplished through a systematic exposition of Israel and the End Times, which includes Scripture that is contained in both the Old and New Testaments of the Bible.

B. The contents in this article rely heavily on my study of the commentaries, articles, and discussions of many highly respected theological scholars, It is important to know that before I draw a conclusion on any subject, that I must first have found agreement on the conclusion from the works of such reputable theologians.  

C. For a view of other trusted theological scholars, of whom I have chosen for reference, please click on my Page, “About My References.”

D. Dates that are provided in this article come from the Scofield Study Bible (1909 A.D.) and the Ryrie Study Bible (1986 A.D.).

II. Article Introduction. 

A. Overview of Isaiah Chapter 53. The context begins with Chapter 52:13-15. [Yahweh’s Servant, marred and afterward exalted]. Continues with 53:1-12. [The vicarious sacrifice of Messiah, Yahweh’s Servant].

1. We begin our reading here because the last three verses of chapter 52 so evidently belong to chapter 53. In this section Isaiah describes the completion and issue of the suffering of the Servant of G-d. He is first seen as exalted and lifted up, and this exaltation is put into contrast with the day of humiliation (Isa 52:13-15).

2. A description of the pathway of suffering (Isa 53:1-9) follows. First, the rejected ministry: the Messenger (Messiah) is despised, and His report is not believed. Second, the vicarious suffering, which men looked on as a visitation of G-d, whereas it was the mystery in which He bore the sins of the people. Finally, the atoning death, in which the Messenger humbled Himself, and was “cut off out of the land of the living,” although He was the sinless One who “had done no violence, neither was any deceit in His mouth.”

3. The description ends with another declaration of Messiah’s ultimate triumph, which clearly reveals the fact that it is based on the suffering which has been described. The Servant of G-d is seen passing through pain to prosperity, through travail to triumph, through humbling to exaltation. This whole description is absolutely without fulfilment except in the person of the Son of G-d, for whom the ultimate triumph has not yet been won.

B. The Harbinger

1. The highly read book, “The Harbinger,” relates the 911 attack on the USA to Isaiah 9:10:  “The bricks have fallen down, But we will rebuild with smooth stones; The sycamores have been cut down, But we will replace them with cedars.”

2. From a summary of  the Harbinger, you will be able to see how the author takes the 911 attack out of context to prove a belief that is not scriptural, by taking that belief out of context. The first four excerpts of the summary: “The Breach,  The Terrorists, The Fallen Bricks, The Tower,” and the remaining five harbingers relate the 911 attack to the 732 B.C. Assyrian attack on the ten northern tribes of Israel, and lies behind everything, including the Global War on Terror, the Collapse of the American economy, the crash of Wall Street, the Great Recession, and more. Per, Isaiah 1:1, the 732 B.C. Assyrian attack on northern Israel has nothing to do with the 911 attack on the USA, or on any other event in world history, except G-d’s prophecy to Isaiah about the conditions of the nation of Israel and its enemies; the coming of Messiah; and the day of the Lord (the tribulation, kingdom age, and eternal state). https://tedmontgomery.com/remarks/12.1-6/nineharbingers.html

C. A view of Isaiah’s Prophecy. Ryrie Study Bible. Charles C. Ryrie, B.A., Th.M. Th. D., Ph. D., Litt. D.

1. The audience of Isaiah. Isa 1:1. “The vision of Isaiah the son of Amoz concerning Judah and Jerusalem.” It is clear from this verse that Isaiah’s prophecy was directed to the Jews of Judah. It is also clear that the target audience was not that of the USA, or of any other nation outside of Israel.

2. Ryrie Study Bible outline of Isaiah 52:13-53:12. The Suffering and Triumph of the Servant. 

3. Based on the above information, it is necessary to read the Prophecy of Isaiah in the context in which the prophecy of Isaiah was spoken to Isaiah by Yahweh. The same attention to context should also be considered when reading the prophecies of other Jewish prophecies. 

C. Key Verses. A View of Isaiah’s Prophecy. The Moody Bible Commentary. Dr. Michael Rydelnik, Professor of Jewish Studies, Moody Bible Institute, and General Editor, and commentator of Isaiah. 

1. Recipients. The book was written for the faithful remnant of Israel, in order to engender comfort, hope, and faith in them by reminding them that the Holy One of Israel would judge sin, and ultimately comfort and restore Israel, according to His purpose. The enduring message of Isaiah is that G-d’s people (Israel) would continue to live in the knowledge that He is the holy God who delivers those faithful to him. (Pg 1006).

2. The sacrifice for Israel (52:13-53:12). (Pg 1086-1089).

3. Isa 53:4-6. 

a. 4. Surely our griefs He Himself bore, And our sorrows He carried; Yet we ourselves esteemed Him stricken, Smitten of God, and afflicted. 5 But He was pierced through for our transgressions, He was crushed for our iniquities; The chastening for our well-being fell upon Him, And by His scourging we are healed. 6  All of us like sheep have gone astray, Each of us has turned to his own way; But the Lord has caused the iniquity of us all To fall on Him.

b. Commentary. 

(1) 53:1-3. He knew “grief.” The word “grief” is often rendered “sickness.” Since the Servant was not physically ill, it may be best to translate the term as “suffering,” and understand it to refer to the physical pain of a tortured and disfiguring death that He endured (Isa 52:14). 

(2) 53:4-6.The despised Servant “bore our griefs” (better translated suffering) and carried “our sorrows.” The words may contain the idea of sickness, leading some to believe that faith in the Servant guarantees immediate healing of all diseases. However, this does not mean that all sicknesses will immediately be cured because of the Servant’s vicarious suffering. Rather, it is promising that the Servant’s death would ultimately provide for healing of all who believe in Him. The Servant did indeed take the punishment for sin, and therefore would provide immediate forgiveness to anyone who trusts in Him. However, removing the penalty for sin will not remove the presence of sin in a believer’s life until after the resurrection. In the same way, the forgiveness of sins that cause sickness does not guarantee healing from diseases until the presence of sin is removed at the resurrection at the end of days. 

(3) Penitent Israel now recognizes that while the Servant (Messiah) was being punished for sin, it was not for His, but for theirs (Israel). The Servant’s suffering included being “pierced through for our transgressions” (v 5), “Pierced” meaning “wounded to death,” conveys a violent and painful death (Deu 21:1; Isa 51:9). The Servant was crushed for our iniquities. Although the word “crushed” means “broken” or “shattered to pieces,” it is not generally used in a literal way, but with a metaphorical sense, as in a contrite [lit, crushed”] spirit (Is 57:15), or “contrite heart” (Ps 51:17). Israel now understood that the Servant took the punishment (chastening) they deserved, that He was flogged (by His scourging) in order to bring their “spiritual healing.” The substitution of the Servant for the people (Israel) certainly foretells the sacrifice of the Messiah as a sacrifice for the sickness of sin (1 Pet 2:24). Penitent Israel now summarizes what they have learned: they are the ones who have strayed from G-d “like sheep,” and followed their own desires. Consequently, the Lord has caused the iniquity (guilt) “of us all to fall on him” (v 6). 

(4) My note.  Resurrection was a term that was known to the Jews of the time of Isaiah, However, the word “Rapture:” was a mystery to them. The significance is that after the rapture (catching up, 1 Thes 4:13-18; 1 Cor 15:42-54), living believers in Christ will be given bodies that are “changed,” “imperishable,” ” spiritual,” “heavenly.” 

(5) Ryrie Study Bible note. Romans 16:25-26. “the mystery.” The definition of a scriptural mystery is something unknown in times past but revealed in the New Testament. See  1 Cor 15:51-52, the rapture; Eph 5:32, the relationship that exists between Messiah and the church; Matt 13:11, the mysteries of Heaven, of G-d in heaven.

D. The context of Isaiah 53:5 and 1 Peter 2:24 is that of spiritual healing, as opposed to physical healing.  It is to be understood that “healing” in the context of Scripture, is to understand that G-d’s promises of healing for some believers (OT or NT)  are promises of healing for all believers (OT and NT).  God is not One to show partiality (Acts 10:34; Deu 10:17; 2 Chron 19:7).  Abram believed the Lord, and He credited it to him as righteousness. (Gen 15:6). If the context of Isaiah 53:5 and 1 Peter 2:24 were to relate to physical healing, no believer would have ever become sick, or died; or would have had any loss of sight or hearing; or would have had to suffer from dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, or high blood pressure, strokes, or heart attacks; nor would believing women have ever had miscarriages; the list is endless.

III. Jews and Sabbath, Shabbat: the seventh day of the week, beginning at sunset on Friday, and continuing through sunset on Saturday.

Deuteronomy 5:12 Observe the sabbath day to keep it holy, as the Lord your God commanded you.  13 Six days you shall labor and do all your work,

IV. Sabbath Video. 

How To Light Shabbat Candles.

Isaiah 65:17. “For, behold, I create new heavens and a new earth; and the former shall not be remembered, nor come into mind.”

I. Introduction. Jewish Prophets  3 – Isaiah Chapter 51-52. 712 B.C.  

A. This Eternity study focuses on a study of the Bible, which takes place through a consistent, literal, historical, grammatical and contextual interpretation of God’s Inspired Word. The result of this study is accomplished through a systematic exposition of Israel and the End Times, which includes Scripture that is contained in both the Old and New Testaments of the Bible.

B. The contents in this article rely heavily on my study of the commentaries, articles, and discussions of many highly respected theological scholars, It is important to know that before I draw a conclusion on any subject, that I must first have found agreement on the conclusion from the works of such reputable theologians.  

C. For a view of other trusted theological scholars, of whom I have chosen for reference, please click on my Page, “About My References.”

D. Dates that are provided in this article come from the Scofield Study Bible (1909 A.D.) and the Ryrie Study Bible (1986 A.D.).

II. Article Introduction. 

A. Overview of Isaiah Chapter 51. Israel to be redeemed; oppressors to be punished.

1. Three messages to the faithful Jews immediately follow. The first is a call to courage (vs 1-8), in which they are charged to look back to Abraham, to look on to the nearness of G-d’s activity, to look around and be without fear in the presence of opposition.

2. The next is a cry of courage (vs 9-11), in which they first look up to the arm of the Lord, and then look back and remember how He has delivered, and finally, look on in the assurance that He will deliver.

3. The last (vs 12-16) is a great message of comfort. First of all, fear is rebuked as due to forgetfulness of Yahweh, and, finally, He is pledged by His might to provide assistance in times of distress and establish His people. Three messages to the fitted Jewish people as a whole follow. The first (vs 17-23) calls on Jerusalem to awake, because the end of her suffering is approaching. A graphic picture of that suffering is given in which she has been deprived of her children and overtaken by desolation and destruction. The hour has come in which the cup of staggering, and of fury, is taken out of her hand and put into the hand of those who afflict her.

B. Key Verses of Isaiah Chapter 51.  

1. 1-8. The faithful Jews are encouraged to remember their past (vs 1) and the power of G-d that brought forth a great nation from a single couple: and old man and a woman beyond the age of childbearing (Gen 17:17; 18:11). This same powerful G-d would restore His people to their land after the Babylonian captivity. At Messiah’s second coming He will establish Israel in the land that was promised to Abraham (Gen 15:18-21), and reign in righteousness.

2. 9. “Rahab.” The chaos monster of mythology that symbolized Egypt (as in 30:7, mistranslated, “strength.”

3. 10. See the account of the Red Sea crossing in Exodus 14.

4. 11-23. The exiles (Jews) are promised comfort and help on their return journey (vs 11-16), and Jerusalem would prosper again after the battering and slaughter that the Babylonians would inflict on her (Israel). (vs 20).

5. 22-23. The “cup” of judgment on Judah in the Babylonian captivity would be given to the Babylonians to drink when the Persians conquered them. 

C. Overview of Isaiah Chapter 52. A vision of Jerusalem in the kingdom age (Millennial reign of Messiah). Yahweh’s Servant (Messiah), marred and afterward exalted.

1. The second message (vs 1-6) calls on Jews to awake and put on her strength and her beautiful garments, because she is to be cleansed of all internal defilement. Though she had been sold into slavery for nothing, her redemption is determined, and she is to know Yahweh as the Name of Him who is able to accomplish His purpose.

2. The third (vs 7-12) describes the return of Yahweh to His people. It is announced by runners and watchmen, and results in an outburst of song. In view of the certainty of this return Isaiah calls on the Jews to cleanse themselves; and finally announces that Yahweh will go before, and the G-d of Israel will be the rearward..

D. Key Verses of Isaiah Chapter 52.

1. 3. Israel was “sold” into captivity “for nothing” of value, and would be released from Babylon without paying any ransom. Egypt and Assyria also tyrannized Israel, without cause, and G-d delivered His people (vs 4).

2. 4. The Israelites had been slaves in Egypt; Assyria had captured the northern tribes; and, Assyria had taken tribute from Judah. Always, G-d delivers His people. 

2. 7. Here, the “good news” is the announcement of the exiled Jews’ return to Israel. The word “gospel” literally means “good news” and occurs 93 times in the Bible. In Matthew 24:14 the context of, “gospel,” relates to the good news of the yet future earthly Kingdom (Davidic Kingdom, Kingdom of God, Messianic Kingdom, Millennial Kingdom). In 1 Corinthians 15:1-8, the context of “gospel” relates to the death, burial, and resurrection of Christ, and that He was seen by more than 500 believers, at one time, after His resurrection. In the context of Isaiah 52:7, the context of Gospel is that G-d is identified as the One who reigns. 

3. 11-12. This exhortation is addressed to exiled Jews in Babylon who would have to choose between staying in relative security there, or risking the long journey back to the :Land of Israel.” Those who would leave Babylon would not leave in “haste.” because they would have the protection of Persian King Cyrus and, more  importantly, YAHWEH. Per ESV.org, It took Ezra and the caravan he was traveling with four months to traverse the nearly 900 miles (1,448 km) from Babylon to Jerusalem. An army could have traveled much faster, but Ezra’s entourage probably included children and elderly people)

III. Isaiah 52:13 through Isaiah 53:12. We will begin our next reading at Isaiah 52:13 because the last three verses of chapter 52 evidently belong to chapter 53. 

III. Proper interpretation of Scripture. This Eternity study focuses on a study of the Bible, which takes place through a consistent, literal, historical, grammatical and contextual interpretation of God’s Inspired Word. The result of this study is accomplished through a systematic exposition of Israel and the End Times, which includes Scripture that is contained in both the Old and New Testaments of the Bible.

IV. Jews and Sabbath, Shabbat: the seventh day of the week, beginning at sunset on Friday, and continuing through sunset on Saturday.

The Lamp and the Bread of the Sanctuary. Leviticus 24:1-8.

1 Then the Lord spoke to Moses, saying, 2 “Command the sons of Israel that they bring to you clear oil from beaten olives for the light, to make a lamp burn continually 3 Outside the veil of testimony in the tent of meeting, Aaron shall keep it in order from evening to morning before the Lord continually; it shall be a perpetual statute throughout your generations. 4 He shall keep the lamps in order on the pure gold lampstand before the Lord continually. 5 “Then you shall take fine flour and bake twelve cakes with it; two-tenths of an ephah shall be in each cake. 6 You shall set them in two rows, six to a row, on the pure gold table before the Lord. 7 You shall put pure frankincense on each row that it may be a memorial portion for the bread, even an offering by fire to the Lord.  8Every sabbath day he shall set it in order before the Lord continually; it is an everlasting covenant for the sons of Israel.

V. From Chabad.org. Hashem.

“Hashem” is Hebrew for “the name.” Jews use the word to refer to G‑d since they are averse to referring to Him by His real names. Notice that we don’t even spell it out fully when writing the English word for G-d.  Actually, we are careful not to pronounce G‑d’s names except when reading the Torah or prayers.

VI. Sabbath/Shabbat Video. Shabbat Candles – My Light.

Isaiah 65:17. “For, behold, I create new heavens and a new earth; and the former shall not be remembered, nor come into mind.”

I. Introduction. Jewish Prophets  3 – Isaiah Chapter 49-50. 712 B.C.  

A. This Eternity study focuses on a study of the Bible, which takes place through a consistent, literal, historical, grammatical and contextual interpretation of God’s Inspired Word. The result of this study is accomplished through a systematic exposition of Israel and the End Times, which includes Scripture that is contained in both the Old and New Testaments of the Bible.

B. The contents in this article rely heavily on my study of the commentaries, articles, and discussions of many highly respected theological scholars, It is important to know that before I draw a conclusion on any subject, that I must first have found agreement on the conclusion from the works of such reputable theologians.  

C. For a view of other trusted theological scholars, of whom I have chosen for reference, please click on my Page, “About My References.”

D. Dates that are provided in this article come from the Scofield Study Bible (1909 A.D.) and the Ryrie Study Bible (1986 A.D.).

II. Article Introduction. 

A. Overview of Isaiah Chapter 49. The Holy One, Israel’s Redeemer. Israel to be preserved and restored. Judgment upon Israel’s oppressors.

1. We now commence this section of Isaiah’s prophecy in which the Prince of Peace is most clearly seen. He is revealed first as sustained through suffering (Isa 49-53), and then as singing in triumph (Isa 54-57).

2. In this section we hear the call of Yahweh to His own Servant, which may be divided into three parts. First, as to His Servant (vs 1-13), the isles and the peoples are commanded to understand that He is called of Yahweh. He is now described as “Israel, in whom I will be glorified,” as in contrast to the national of Israel, which has so grievously failed. His reply to the call declares how He had labored in vain, and yet His appeal is to Yahweh. This reply is followed by the confirmation of His call in which Yahweh declares that the first purpose of blessing to Jacob was too light a thing for Him, and proceeds to describe the worldwide audience which He will exert.

3. Then the call is to Zion (Israel) (vs 14-21). Zion complains that she is forgotten of G-d, and the reply declares G-d’s unfailing love and certain deliverance. Finally, the call is to Yahweh Himself, who announces His determination of blessing.

4. Zion may be related to Israel or Jerusalem.  In its general definition Zionism means the national movement for the return of the Jewish people to their homeland and the resumption of Jewish sovereignty in the Land of Israel: Jewish Virtual Library https://www.jewishvirtuallibrary.org/a-definition-of-zionism

B. Key Verses of Isaiah Chapter 49.  

1. 49:1-7. “Servant.” Here, the Messiah (cf. 41:8; 42:1), called “Israel” because in Him alone all of G-d’s expectations were realized (49:3). His mission is to “restore” Israel to G-d, and to bring “light” to the Gentiles (vs 6). Although despised at His first coming, he will be worshipped at his second coming (vs 7). The outreach of Messiah’s message will be universal (Philippians 2:10-11). 

2. 49:8-12. Israel’s restoration in the millennial kingdom age and characteristics of that time.

3. 49:12. “Sinim.” The indication is certain, perhaps Aswan in Egypt.

4. 49:14-26. Here, the Lord encourages His people who will be in captivity. He has not forgotten them (vs 14-18). He will restore them to their land (vs 19-23) and punish their enemies (vs 24-26). The return of such a large group described in vs 19-21 must look beyond the relatively small group that returned from Babylon, to the second coming of Messiah (Matt 24:31). 

C. Overview of Isaiah Chapter 50. The humiliation of the Holy One. 

1. Proceeding, Yahweh challenges the Jews to prove their assertion that they have been forsaken, by producing the writing in which G-d has divorced His people (Jews), and declares to them that the reason of their separation was their sin, but that although Yahweh found no man, He Himself is determined on deliverance.

2. We now come to the answer of the Servant to the call of Yahweh. This is, first of all, a declaration of consecration to the pathway of suffering (vs 4-9). As was taught of G-d, He is prepared to submit Himself to smiting, assured that He will be sustained by Yahweh.

3. Then begins a description of the Servant’s (Messiah’s) ministry of suffering. In this, the first thing is the brief word that separates the people. Those who fear the Lord and abide in darkness are bidden to trust. Those that walk in the light of the fire they have kindled are condemned to sorrow.’

D. Key Verses of Isaiah Chapter 50.

1. 50:4-9. By contrast, the true Servant gives total obedience, especially in the sufferings leading to His death (v 6; cf. Matt 26:67; 27:28-31, 39-44; John 19:1-3). “who pluck out the beard.” The beard was a sign of respect; to pluck it out was therefore a gesture of utter contempt. “they” (v 9). The enemies and accusers of the Lord.

2. 50:5. To open the “ear” indicates obedience. 

3. 50:11. The self-reliant, who try to illumine the darkness by their own light, will only know the “torment” of eternal fire.

III. Proper interpretation of Scripture. This Eternity study focuses on a study of the Bible, which takes place through a consistent, literal, historical, grammatical and contextual interpretation of God’s Inspired Word. The result of this study is accomplished through a systematic exposition of Israel and the End Times, which includes Scripture that is contained in both the Old and New Testaments of the Bible.

IV. Jews and Sabbath, Shabbat; the seventh day of the week, beginning at sunset on Friday, and continuing through sunset on Saturday.

Leviticus 23:3.‘For six days work may be done, but on the seventh day there is a sabbath of complete rest, a holy convocation. You shall not do any work; it is a sabbath to the Lord in all your dwellings.’

V. Sabbath/Shabbat Video.  

Isaiah 65:17. “For, behold, I create new heavens and a new earth; and the former shall not be remembered, nor come into mind.”

I. Introduction. Jewish Prophets  3 – Isaiah Chapter 47-48. 712 B.C.  

A. This Eternity study focuses on a study of the Bible, which takes place through a literal, historical, grammatical and contextual interpretation of God’s Inspired Word. The result of this study is accomplished through a systematic exposition of Israel and the End Times, which includes Scripture that is contained in both the Old and New Testaments of the Bible.

B. The contents in this article rely heavily on my study of the commentaries, articles, and discussions of many highly respected theological scholars, It is important to know that before I draw a conclusion on any subject, that I must first have found agreement on the conclusion from the works of such reputable theologians.  

C. For a view of other trusted theological scholars, of whom I have chosen for reference, please click on my Page, “About My References.”

D. Dates that are provided in this article come from the Scofield Study Bible (1909 A.D.) and the Ryrie Study Bible (1986 A.D.).

II. Article Introduction. 

A. Overview of Isaiah Chapter 47. Judgment upon Babylon.

1. Isaiah’s prophecy is now addressed to Babylon itself, and in language full of force and beauty describes its judgment. The description is fourfold. First, the degradation of the city is foretold. From a proud position it is to descend to grinding and shame.

2. Moreover, this is to be a position of disgrace. Babylon is to pass into darkness, and no more to be called “The Lady of Kingdoms.”

3. Yet again the judgment is to issue in desolation. The proud city which had made its boast that it could not be moved, and would never know sorrow, is to be made childless and widowed in a day, and this in spite of all sorcery and enchantment.

4. Finally, the judgment will be the utter destruction of the city. The fire will not be for comfort, but for burning, and all those who had trafficked with the city from her youth will abandon her, there being none to save.

B. Key Verses of Isaiah Chapter 47. 

1. 47:1-15. A song of triumph over Babylon, who is charged with pride (vs 5, 7), excessive cruelty (the elderly were especially mistreated, v 6), and practicing sorcery and divination (vs 9, 12-15; Deu 18:9-12). Though this chapter focuses on the Babylonian Empire that was crushed by Persia, Babylon in the Bible is a symbol of organized humanity in rebellion against G-d. ln this study we will proceed from Isaiah to Matthew, and then to Revelation. In Chapters 17-18 of Revelation we will have a more detailed study of Babylon. It must be known that Babylon is mentioned 273 times in the Bible, and that each time, “Babylon means Babylon.” 

2. 47:1-3. “virgin daughter of Babylon.” Babylon and her inhabitants who would eventually become humbled slaves.

3. 47:7. Nebuchadnezzar showed this kind of arrogance (Dan 4:30).

4. 47:10-13. Babylon’s wisdom came from astrology and magic. 

C. Overview of Isaiah Chapter 48. Israel to be restored under the Holy One, Yahweh’s servant (Isa 48:1-52:15). Israel reminded of the promises.

1. This chapter constitutes the last section of the division dealing with the purpose of peace. It is a great appeal to the people of Israel. It first describes Yahweh’s methods (vs 1-11). He has had to do with a failing people, a people mentioning His name, but not in truth. His method has been that of prophecy and swift performance on account of their obstinacy, and to prevent them attributing to idols the things wrought by Yahweh. All this He has done for His own name’s sake.

2. This method is illustrated in the calling and coming of the great Servant. The purpose of God is finally set forth. He teaches the people to profit, and the ultimate intention of His teaching is their peace and the abounding of their righteousness. Moreover, notwithstanding their failure, He is the God of redemption, and the prophecy reminds them of how He had led them through deserts, and out of rock had provided waters. The section ends with the declaration: “There is no peace, says the Lord, unto the wicked.” While His purpose is peace, they are solemnly warned that it cannot be realized in their experience while they persist in wickedness.

D. Key Verses of Isaiah Chapter 48.

1. 48:1. The people talk of the LORD but practice idolatry (v 5).

2. 48:3. “the former things.” The predictions of the Babylonian captivity.

3. 48:6. “new things.” The prophecies of the return from Babylon.

4. 48:10. ‘but not as silver, or with silver.” If “with,” the meaning is that the process of melting (chastisement for the nation) does not produce silver. If “as,” the meaning is that G-d would punish them with an even hotter flame than required to refine silver.

5. 48:14. “him.” I.e., Cyrus (though apparently Cyrus was never redeemed, see 45:5).

6. 48:16. “Me.” A reference to the pre-incarnate Christ, who is here associated with “the Lord G-d” and the “Spirit,” giving us an OT glimpse of the Trinity.

7. 48:29-22. The people are urged to seize the opportunity that would be afforded to Cyrus’s decree to leave Babylon, otherwise, they would know “no peace” (v 22).

III. Jews and Sabbath, Shabbat; the seventh day of the week, beginning at sunset on Friday, and continuing through sunset on Saturday.

Exodus 31:16-17. 16So the sons of Israel shall observe the sabbath, to celebrate the sabbath throughout their generations as a perpetual covenant.’ 17 It is a sign between Me and the sons of Israel forever; for in six days the Lord made heaven and earth, but on the seventh day He ceased from labor, and was refreshed.”

IV. Sabbath/Shabbat Video.  

What and when is Shabbat? The Jewish Sabbath, which begins on Friday, is more than just a day off.

Isaiah 65:17. “For, behold, I create new heavens and a new earth; and the former shall not be remembered, nor come into mind.”

I. Introduction. Jewish Prophets  3 – Isaiah Chapter 46. 712 B.C.  

A. This Eternity study focuses on a study of the Bible, which takes place through a literal, historical, grammatical and contextual interpretation of God’s Inspired Word. The result of this study is accomplished through a systematic exposition of Israel and the End Times, which includes Scripture that is contained in both the Old and New Testaments of the Bible.

B. The contents in this article rely heavily on my study of the commentaries, articles, and discussions of many highly respected theological scholars, It is important to know that before I draw a conclusion on any subject, that I must first have found agreement on the conclusion from the works of such reputable theologians.  

C. For a view of other trusted theological scholars, of whom I have chosen for reference, please click on my Page, “About My References.”

D. Dates that are provided in this article come from the Scofield Study Bible (1909 A.D.) and the Ryrie Study Bible (1986 A.D.).

II. Article Introduction. 

A. Overview of Isaiah Chapter 46. Israel exhorted to remember the power of Yahweh, and the powerlessness of Idols.

This chapter and the next contain the prophecy of the fall of Babylon. This one describes the failure of the gods. It opens with a graphic picture of the idols being hurried away for safety, carried on beasts of burden. In immediate contrast, the Isaiah describes Yahweh as carrying His people, and the contrast is endorsed as He inquires, “To whom will ye liken Me, and make Me equal, and compare Me, that we may be like?” Thus He sets forth the fundamental difference between false gods and the true One. They have to be ‘carried. He carries. On the basis of this the Isaiah appeals to the transgressors to remember it; and to the stout-hearted, that is to the enemies of His people, to listen, and to understand that He will yet be the Deliverer of His own.

B. Key Verses of Isaiah Chapter 46. 

1. 46:1. “Bel.” The Babylonian form of Baal. “Nebo.” The god of learning. The images of these gods would be loaded on animals when the Babylonians fled from the conquering Persians.

2. 46:8-11. Only the true G-d can predict the future and “bring it to pass (vs 11). “birds of prey.” I.e., Cyrus.

III. Review Of The Fall Feasts of 2025.

A. We have considered the three Jewish fall feasts, of which Scripture calls “The LORD’S APPOINTED TIMES.”  Notice that the discussion is between Yahweh and Moses, and is about Yahweh and Israel, and not about Yahweh and the church. 

1. Lev 23:1-2. Laws Concerning Festivals. 1 The Lord spoke again to Moses, saying, 2 “Speak to the sons of Israel and say to them, ‘The Lord’s appointed times which you shall proclaim as holy convocations—My appointed times are these:

2.  Lev 23:23-25. Trumpets.  23 Again the Lord spoke to Moses, saying,  24  “Speak to the sons of Israel, saying, ‘In the seventh month on the first of the month you shall have a rest, a reminder by blowing of trumpets, a holy convocation.  25   You shall not do any laborious work, but you shall present an offering by fire to the Lord.’”

a. The Feast Of Trumpets (Rosh Hashanah).  This year (2025), the feast begins on Monday, at Sunset, September 22, and extends through Wednesday, at Sunset, on September 24. Scripture reference to Messiah’s fulfillment of the Feast of Trumpets. Matthew 24:31. Israel’s regathering by Messiah at the end of the Tribulation. Scripture reference for the Feast of Trumpets. Numbers 29:1-6. This feast consecrated the seventh month (Sep/Oct) as a sabbatical month. This feast consecrated the seventh month (Sep/Oct) as a sabbatical month. 

b. The Feast of Trumpets has no relation to the Rapture of the Church, as it was a mystery to Israel. The following is a Ryrie Study Bible note from Romans 16:25-26. A definition of a scriptural mystery: something unknown in times past, but revealed in the NT. Here, “the mystery is the gospel of Christ. OT prophecies of Messiah could now be understood, once the mystery was revealed.” (Lk 24:44-45; 1 Pet 1:10-12). Other mysteries are: Christ and the Church (Eph 3:3); and the rapture of the church (1 Cor 15:50-54). G-d had not revealed these mysteries to the OT prophets, who would have then revealed them to Jews. 

c. The following verses relate to the Olivet Discourse, which took place on Tuesday of Crucifixion week (Ryrie Study Bible note Mk 11:20-13-37). 

d. Matt 24:4-14 lists characteristics of the first half of the tribulation period, whereas verses 15-28 deal with the second half (RSB). 

e. Mt 24:29-30 tells of the second coming of Christ, “after the tribulation.” (RSB). 

f. Mt 24:31. This is Israel’s regathering by Christ, which is the prophetic fulfillment of the Feast of Trumpets (MacArthur Study Bible). The rapture has already taken place. Jesus did not explain the rapture to his Disciples until Thursday of Crucifixion week in John 14:1-3. (RSB note Mk 11:20-13-37). Nothing in Matthew 24-25 relates to the rapture, especially the wrong teaching of the rapture happening in Mt 24:29, and vs 40-41. 

g. Ezekiel 20:33-44 explains the effect of the regathering of Israel (Per Ryrie Study Bible). This section describes the coming judgment of those Jews who will be living at the end of the tribulation period when Jesus returns to earth. Christ will then examine His flock (pass under the rod, vs 37; cf Lev 27:32). purge the rebels (vs 38) and bring the faithful into the blessings of the new covenant in the kingdom. At this same time the Gentile survivors of the Tribulation will also be judged so that all who live through that terrible time will, at its conclusion, either enter the kingdom in un-resurrected bodies, or be cast into hell. So, at the very beginning of the Millennium, all who enter it in earthly bodies will have proved through these two judgments that they are redeemed. (See Mt 25:32 RSB, The Judgment of the nations, i.e., Gentiles, the sheep and goat judgment).

h. The rapture of the church, which is not the rapture of Israel, is an event that is described as being imminent, which means that it can happen at any time, and is not to be tied to any particular day. The rapture verses of John 14:1-3; 1 Thes 4:13-18; 1 Cor 15:50-54 tell of the “catching up of the saints,” with no indication of a time. By pacing the time of the rapture to be at the feast of trumpets is to violate the teaching of “imminency.” 

i. So when will the rapture take place? No one knows. Context is the key to this question. 

(a) Many people use Mt 24:36 to relate to the Rapture: “But of that day and hour no one knows.” But this verse relates to the second coming of Messiah to earth to set up His kingdom. 

(b) In Mt 23:39 Yeshua said to the Jews, “For I say to you, from now on you will not see Me until you say, ‘Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!’” 

(c) Zech 12:10. At the second coming of Messiah, Israel will recognize Yeshua as her Messiah, acknowledging with deep contrition that he was the One whom their forefathers pierced (Jn 19:37).  “I will pour out on the house of David and on the inhabitants of Jerusalem, the Spirit of grace and of supplication, so that they will look on Me whom they have pierced; and they will mourn for Him, as one mourns for an only son, and they will weep bitterly over Him like the bitter weeping over a firstborn.

(d) Ezekiel 13:8. G-d’s judgment of Israel at the return of Christ will weed out all but 1/3 of them. These will constitute the “all Israel” that will then be saved (Rom 11:26).

(1) Mt 24:29-30. 29 “But immediately after the tribulation of those days the sun will be darkened, and the moon will not give its light, and the stars will fall from the sky, and the powers of the heavens will be shaken. 30  And then the sign of the Son of Man will appear in the sky, and then all the tribes of the earth will mourn, and they will see the Son of Man coming on the clouds of the sky with power and great glory. (Gentiles would have had no understanding of “Son of Man,” verifying that the Olivet Discourse was between Yeshua and Jews, as well as other recognizable comments of Yeshua).

(2) Zech 14:1-5, 9. 1. Behold, a day is coming for the Lord when the spoil taken from you will be divided among you.  2  For I will gather all the nations against Jerusalem to battle, and the city will be captured, the houses plundered, the women ravished and half of the city exiled, but the rest of the people will not be cut off from the city.  3  Then the Lord will go forth and fight against those nations, as when He fights on a day of battle.  4  In that day His feet will stand on the Mount of Olives, which is in front of Jerusalem on the east; and the Mount of Olives will be split in its middle from east to west by a very large valley, so that half of the mountain will move toward the north and the other half toward the south. 5  You will flee by the valley of My mountains, for the valley of the mountains will reach to Azel; yes, you will flee just as you fled before the earthquake in the days of Uzziah king of Judah. Then the Lord, my God, will come, and all the holy ones with Him! 9.  And the Lord will be king over all the earth; in that day the Lord will be the only one, and His name the only one. (This shows that the second coming of Messiah will have an earthly landing).

(3) Rev 19:11-20 And I saw heaven opened, and behold, a white horse, and He who sat on it is called Faithful and True, and in righteousness He judges and wages war (see vs 12-20)

(e) When will the Rapture take place for Yeshua to come in the air to take the believers in Christ to heaven, to free them from horrors of the Tribulation? It will be “at the fullness of the Gentiles.”

(1) Romans 11:25. For I do not want you, brethren, to be uninformed of this mystery—so that you will not be wise in your own estimation—that a partial hardening has happened to Israel until the fullness of the Gentiles has come in;

(2) Ryrie Study Bible Note. Israel’s hardening is “partial (Jews are being saved today) and temporary (until they acknowledge Jesus at His second coming).  “the fullness of the Gentiles,” I.e. the full number of Gentiles who will be saved. After that, G-d will turn again to the Jews and will save “all Israel” at the Lord’s return (vs 26). (All Israel refers to those who accept the Savior, their Messiah, Yeshua). The MacArthur Study Bible has a similar note.

(3) The fullness of the Gentiles does not relate to the pre-selection of anyone, but the result of Gentiles who come to believe in Yeshua (Acts16:30-31). It should be stated that any who are left behind from the Rapture will still be able come to faith in Christ during the Tribulation, through the preaching of the 144,000 Jewish witnesses (Rev Chapter 7). 

3. Day of Atonement.

a. Lev 23:26-32. 26 The Lord spoke to Moses, saying, 27  “On exactly the tenth day of this seventh month is the day of atonement; it shall be a holy convocation for you, and you shall humble your souls and present an offering by fire to the Lord. 28.  You shall not do any work on this same day, for it is a day of atonement, to make atonement on your behalf before the Lord your God. 29.   If there is any person who will not humble himself on this same day, he shall be cut off from his people.  30  As for any person who does any work on this same day, that person I will destroy from among his people.  31  You shall do no work at all. It is to be a perpetual statute throughout your generations in all your dwelling places. 32  It is to be a sabbath of complete rest to you, and you shall humble your souls; on the ninth of the month at evening, from evening until evening you shall keep your sabbath.”

b. Yom Kippur. The Day Of Atonement (October 1-2). The Day Of Atonement was the most important of all of the ordinances because on that day atonement was made for all of the sins of the entire congregation, as well as for the sanctuary. 

4. Feast of Tabernacles (Sukkot).

a. Lev 23: 42-44.  42. You shall live in booths for seven days; all the native-born in Israel shall live in booths  43  so that your generations may know that I had the sons of Israel live in booths when I brought them out from the land of Egypt. I am the Lord your God.’”  44  So Moses declared to the sons of Israel the appointed times of the Lord.

b. Sukkot/Feast of Tabernacles. Begins sunset of Monday, October 6, 2025, and ends at nightfall of Monday, October 13, 2025. During this week, the Jews lived in booths or huts made of boughs, commemorating G-d’s provision for them in bringing them out of Egypt and through the wilderness. This feast will be celebrated during the Millennial Kingdom, Zech 14:16

B. Video Discussion Of The Feasts. Dr. Jimmy DeYoung, Ph. D. (deceased).

1. Jimmy De Young Bio.  https://www.jimmydeyoung.com/aboutdrd.shtml

2. Jimmy De Young Video Outline.

Sep 22, 2010. Dr. Jimmy DeYoung discusses the Seven Ancient Jewish Feasts from Leviticus 23, and explains how the first 4 feasts were fulfilled in Christ’s first coming, and how Jesus, the Messiah, will fulfill the remaining 3 feasts in His yet future second coming, in the proper day sequence. Rosh Hashanah, the Feast of Trumpets, in Christ’s Return to the Earth – Yom Kippur is the national salvation of Israel, when all the Jews will be saved in a day – and Sukkot, or the Feast of Tabernacles, is the Millennial Kingdom reign upon the Earth.

3.  Jimmy De Young Video Link.