(S1E9) The Promises of God for Israel and Others

In this episode, Gordon and Mark explore God’s enduring promises through His covenants with Israel and others—and emphasize a central truth:  when God begins something,  He always brings it to completion.  This conviction becomes especially important in understanding Israel’s past, present, and future role in God’s redemptive plan. The conversation revisits the gap between Daniel’s 69th and 70th weeks, known as the Church Age.  During this period, stewardship of the gospel passed to the Gentiles because Israel rejected Jesus as Messiah.  While this transition was part of God’s plan, Gordon and Mark stress that it does not mean God abandoned His covenant people. They address confusion in the modern church about Israel. Some denominations promote replacement theology—the idea that the Church has permanently replaced Israel in God’s plan—while others oppose Israel for political or social reasons.  Against this backdrop, Gordon and Mark turn to Scripture, especially Ezekiel 37, which confirms that God will regather Israel, reunite the nation, and establish His covenant of peace through the Messiah.  These promises demonstrate clearly that God has not rejected Israel. The episode then unpacks four foundational covenants given by God: Abrahamic Covenant – Unconditional; promises land, countless descendants, and blessing to all nations through the Messiah. Mosaic Covenant – Conditional; blessings for obedience, curses for disobedience. Yet it never nullifies the Abrahamic covenant. Davidic Covenant – Unconditional; promises an eternal throne and kingdom through David’s line, fulfilled ultimately in Jesus Christ. New Covenant – Inaugurated through the blood of Jesus; extends salvation to both Jews and Gentiles, but does not replace God’s earlier unconditional promises. Israel’s history reveals cycles of disobedience, exile, and restoration, but through it all God has always preserved a faithful remnant.  Ultimately, He will redeem Israel one final time.  The New Covenant in the New Testament opens salvation to all who believe, uniting Jews and Gentiles in Christ, while God continues to honor His original covenants.  Paul’s teaching in Romans 11 further explains that Israel has experienced a partial hardening until the “fullness of the Gentiles” is complete.  Then, in God’s perfect timing, all Israel will be saved. Christians are called to love, honor, and support Israel as God’s chosen people, even when they may not agree with every action of its leaders. The episode concludes with a strong affirmation: God’s promises remain active and reliable.  He has not rejected Israel, and the Church’s mission is twofold—to stand with Israel and to faithfully steward the gospel until Christ returns in glory. Send us Fan Mail