Lecture Notes: Salvation Has Always Been for Israel

Introduction

• The lecture discusses the topic that salvation has always been for Israel.
• Misunderstandings about salvation have arisen due to teachings from enemies during slavery.
• The duty is to deliver the truth as taught in the scriptures.

Key Scriptural References

• John 8:32: Knowing the truth will set you free from the lies taught over generations.
• Romans 10:9: Explains the interpretation that salvation is not for everyone, as often misrepresented.
  • Romans 10:1: Paul’s desire and prayer for Israel, specifying that salvation is for Israel.

Contextual Understanding of Salvation

• Romans 15:4: Scriptures written for our learning and hope.
• Deuteronomy 7:6: Israelites are a holy people chosen by God, separate and above all nations.
• Matthew 15:24: Christ states he was sent only to the lost sheep of Israel.

The True Recipients of Salvation

• Matthew 1:21: Jesus is to save his people (Israel) from their sins.
• Matthew 2:6: Reaffirms that Jesus will rule over Israel.
• Joel 2:27: God is the Lord of Israel and none else.
• 1 Kings 6:13: God will dwell among and not forsake His people, Israel.
• Malachi 3:6: God does not change, affirming that his promises to Israel persist.

Historical Context and God's Favor

• Exodus 4:22-23: Israel is God's firstborn, emphasized during the deliverance from Egypt.
• 1 Samuel 17 (Story of David): Demonstrates the faith and courage of David in God’s deliverance.
• Ecclesiasticus 2:6: Encouragement to trust in God for help and salvation.
• 1 Maccabees 2:61: Trust in God ensures that none will be overcome.

The Consistency of God’s Promise

• Exodus 3:13-17: God’s identity and promises consistently directed toward Israel.
• Deuteronomy 32:39-43: God’s power to save and His vengeance on Israel’s enemies.

New Testament Affirmation

• Acts 5:31: Jesus gives repentance to Israel.
• Acts 13:23: Promises raised unto Israel, reinforcing salvation is for Israel.
• Luke 1:68-71: Prophecy of salvation from enemies and fulfillment of God’s promise to Israel.

Call to Trust and Action

• Isaiah 35:3-4: Encouragement to be strong and not fearful, for God will come with vengeance.
• Baruch 4:21-22: Call to be of good cheer and pray for deliverance from enemies.
• Revelation 6:10: Prayer for God's judgment and vengeance.

Final Exhortation

• Luke 18:1-8: Importance of persistent prayer for vengeance and justice against adversaries.
• Wisdom of Solomon 18:7: Acceptance of both salvation for the righteous and destruction for enemies.

Conclusion

• Salvation is exclusively for Israel, consistent with God’s unchanging promise.
• The lecture reinforces the importance of understanding this truth and the role of prayer in anticipating God’s deliverance.