Lecture Notes on Israel United in Christ and Biblical Doctrine

Introduction

Speaker introduces the organization "Israel United in Christ."
Founded by Bishop Nathaniel in 2003.
Focused on teaching that Blacks, Hispanics, and Native Americans are the Israelites spoken of in the Bible.
Main doctrine: Keep the commandments of God, as opposed to the belief that the law is no longer necessary due to Christ.
Biblical foundation includes belief in Jesus Christ as the Son of God, but not the concept of a "white Jesus."
Aim: To have people recognize themselves as Israelites to gain salvation.

Isaiah 49:6: Raising up the tribes of Jacob, as they are lost.
Deuteronomy 28: Discusses curses that fall upon those who do not keep God's commandments. This includes being cursed in the city and the field.
Historical Context: Israelites' history of captivity and struggle, including the transatlantic slave trade and the 70 A.D. sacking of Jerusalem.
Visuals: Using signs and imagery to illustrate the bondage of Israelites.

Speaker highlights the importance of recognizing the Israelites' historical context and the geographical context of the scriptures.
Discusses the division of the tribes and the historical lineage of the Israelites through various captivities.

Role of Women: Biblical texts used to highlight that women should not lead in the church.
Prophets: Only Israelites are considered prophets according to the Bible.

Discussion on the Apocrypha: Considered canonical and historically significant by the speaker.
Historical evidence of Israelites' presence in Africa and Europe.

Luke 21: Jesus' prophecy about the fall of Jerusalem and subsequent dispersal of Jews.
Clarification that New Testament writings (Galatians, Corinthians, Ephesians) addressed to Israelites.
Romans 11:1: Affirmation of God's continued covenant with Israelites.

Discussion on the continued relevance of God's commandments in the New Testament.
Galatians 3: Debate on Jewish law versus faith in Christ.
Colossians 2:14: Interpretation of the "handwriting of ordinances" nailed to the cross as the end of sacrificial law, not moral law.

The conversation reveals differing views on the continuity of the law and its application in modern Christianity.
Disagreement on the interpretation of biblical texts, with emphasis on context and historical understanding.
Galatians 4:22, Colossians 2:16: Debates on the significance of observing Jewish customs and their relevance to salvation.

The session ends with an acknowledgment of the differences in understanding but appreciation for the discussion format and mutual respect.