Shameless Popery #184 Does The Bible Command Christians to Support Israel? - Joe Heschmeyer
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Jun 24, 2025 A deep dive into the theological debate surrounding Christian support for Israel unfolds. The discussion references Genesis 12 and examines the implications of the Abrahamic covenant. Contrasts are drawn between evangelical interpretations and St. Paul's New Testament perspective on faith and lineage. Listeners will navigate the complexities of faith, modern foreign policy, and the ongoing conflict involving Hamas and Iran. Hot-button arguments, including those from political figures, make this exploration even more compelling.
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Genesis 12 and Israel Misinterpretation
- Genesis 12:1-3 promises God will bless those who bless Abraham's descendants and curse those who curse them.
- This passage is often used to claim Christians must support modern Israel, but Israel did not exist then.
Faith Defines Abraham's Descendants
- St. Paul teaches that being a descendant of Abraham is about faith, not ethnicity.
- Promises to Abraham apply to all who share his faith, not just ethnic Israelis.
Church as the Israel of God
- The church is the true Israel, composed of faithful Jews and Gentiles grafted into God's promises.
- God has the power to graft unbelieving Jews back into this covenant community.