Messianic Prophecy
Messianic prophecy in the Bible refers to the predictions and anticipations regarding the coming of a Messiah, a divinely anointed figure who would bring salvation, restore Israel, and establish God's kingdom. These prophecies are primarily found in the Old Testament and are interpreted by Christians as being fulfilled in Jesus Christ. Key passages include Isaiah 7:14, which speaks of a virgin bearing a son named Immanuel, and Isaiah 53, which describes the suffering servant who would bear the sins of many. Other significant references can be found in Micah 5:2, which foretells the Messiah's birthplace in Bethlehem, and Psalm 22, which vividly depicts the suffering endured by the Messiah.The concept of the Messiah is rooted in Jewish tradition, which anticipates a future leader who would bring about peace and restore the nation of Israel. In the New Testament, the recognition of Jesus as the fulfillment of these prophecies is a central theme, as seen in passages like Matthew 1:22-23 and Luke 4:21, where Jesus himself reads from Isaiah and claims the prophecy as being fulfilled in him. The Messianic prophecies thus serve as a bridge between the Old and New Testaments, highlighting the continuity of God’s redemptive plan throughout Scripture.
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Concerning the Time of the Messiah's Coming.
By John Gill0GEN 49:10HAG 2:6GAL 4:4John Gill discusses the prophecies regarding the timing of the Messiah's coming, emphasizing that God had predetermined a specific time for this event, referred to as the 'fullness of time' in Galatians 4:4. He highlights that the Messiah was to come before the tribe of Judah lost its scepter and before the destruction of the second temple, as prophesied in Genesis 49:10 and Haggai 2:6-9. Gill argues that the prophecies were fulfilled in Jesus, who embodied the characteristics of the Messiah and came at the appointed time, thus validating the expectations of the Jewish people. He also notes that the prophets diligently sought to understand the timing of the Messiah's arrival, which was ultimately realized in Jesus Christ. The sermon serves as a reminder of the faithfulness of God in fulfilling His promises.
Isaiah 53
By Art Katz2.4K51:53ISA 52:12MAT 6:33MAT 25:35In this sermon, the speaker addresses the presence of prominent Jewish figures like Spielberg, Katzenberg, and the head of Time Warner Corporation in South Carolina districts. The speaker suggests that their presence is a result of God's fury being poured out, leading them to come to these rural areas. The speaker emphasizes that in the wilderness of the nations, God will meet with them and reason with them, bringing them into the bond of their covenant. The sermon also highlights the importance of responding to the least of God's brethren in their time of need, as it reveals our true identity in God. The speaker concludes by stating that if Israel is required to drink again, it will indicate that the described events are yet to come in the future.