Paul and the Resurrection of Israel: Jews, Former Gentiles, Israelites With Dr. Jason A. Staples
Jun 20, 2024
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Dr. Jason A. Staples discusses Paul's view on the resurrection of Israel, exploring themes of identity, exile, and Israelite heritage. They delve into Second Temple Judaism, Paul's gospel, N.T. Wright's eschatology, love for neighbor in Romans, and more.
Paul emphasizes the inclusion of non-Jewish Israelites in the restoration of all 12 tribes.
Jesus's ministry extends from focusing solely on Israel to gathering dispersed Israelites from various regions, ensuring restoration for all 12 tribes.
Deep dives
Paul's Theology of Israel's Restoration
Paul's theology delves into the restoration of Israel, focusing on the salvation of all 12 tribes. He emphasizes the concept that Israel always includes non-Jewish Israelites, incorporating Jews and non-Jewish Israelites in the restoration. Through a detailed analysis of early Jewish texts, Paul unravels how God's restoration of Israel necessitates the inclusion of all twelve tribes, ensuring a complete restoration.
Jesus's Mission and Israel's Restoration in Matthew
In Matthew, Jesus's mission extends to the lost sheep of the House of Israel, encompassing the restoration of the northern tribes. The podcast explores a narrative where Jesus' ministry unfolds with a transition from focusing solely on Israel to encompassing a broader mission to gather dispersed Israelites from various regions. Jesus's actions align with promises of reuniting the scattered tribes, including those not initially present, indicating a broader restoration encompassing all 12 tribes.
Paul's Unified Vision for Israel and the Nations
In Paul's writings, a unified vision emerges where the mission to the nations intertwines with Israel's fate. Contrary to prevailing interpretations, Paul aligns God's promises to Israel with his outreach to the nations. He views Israel and the nations as interconnected in God's plan, underscoring that the restoration and salvation of all 12 tribes are pivotal to fulfilling God's covenant.
Implications of Paul's Eschatology and Israel's Resurrection
Paul's eschatology intricately links the resurrection of Israel with the inclusion of Gentiles receiving the Spirit. By emphasizing the fullness of the nations entering, Paul envisions Gentiles becoming part of Israel, leading to the restoration of the scattered tribes. His theological framework proposes a profound reshaping where the removal of impiety from Jacob heralds a comprehensive salvation involving a transformed relationship with God and a commitment to loving neighbors.
In this episode Scot McKnight and Cody Matchett Talk with Dr. Jason A. Staples about his recent Oxford University Press monograph, Paul and the Resurrection of Israel.
Jason A. Staples (Ph.D., UNC-Chapel Hill) is an author, historian, speaker, journalist, voice actor, and former American football coach. He is an Assistant Teaching Professor in the Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies at NC State University.