LIGHT TO THE GENTILES
Israel does not exist for its own sake alone. God created the
Jewish people as the means of bringing the nations, the goyim,
back to Himself. God so loved the Gentiles that He created the
Jews to be a light to them. He called Israel to be a holy people
who would represent Him to the world. Is. 43:10
He established a covenant relationship with Israel, calling Himself
the God of Israel. In that covenant relationship, He gave great
promises of both judgment for disobedience and blessing for faithfulness.
He caused His glory to visibly dwell in the midst of Israel, and
revealed Himself as Father, Shepherd, Savior, Lord, and King.
Through the Jewish people He has given to the world the Scriptures
from Genesis to Revelation, including His holy law. He has given
the patriarchs, the prophets, and the Messiah. Through His New
Covenant with Israel, all people can be brought to repentance,
faith, and righteousness.
Being Jewish is a responsibility that can only be fulfilled through
a living relationship with the God who created the Jewish people.
It is a responsibility that can only be fulfilled through receiving
and giving His light. It is a responsibility that most shun because
it is not usually easy or well appreciated, as all the prophets
can attest. In a world that is trapped in darkness, hostile towards
God, it is nevertheless the most essential of callings.
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Light To The Gentiles
The First Century Concept
Messiah
Messiah King Of The Jews
Messiah In The New Covenant
The End Of This Age
The Judgement Of The Nations
The Last Remnant Of Israel
The New Covenant Part 1
The New Covenant