Scripture allows for those who have not physically descended from Abraham to nevertheless be referred to as sons of Abraham. This has led many to conclude that Gentiles in Christ become Israelites or even constitute the true or, “spiritual Israel.” The cardinal verses are Galatians 3:6-9: just as Abraham “believed God, and it was counted to him […]
The Song of Moses Makes a Distinction Between Israel and the Church
January 8, 2014 by Leave a Comment
There are a myriad of ways to clearly demonstrate from the Bible that Israel and the Church (i.e. Body of Christ) are not to be understood as the same entity. Here let us consider the example rooted in the Song of Moses: “They have made me jealous with what is no god; they have provoked […]
The Septuagint’s Use of, “Ekklesia” Does Not Indicate That Israel and the Church are One in the Same
July 26, 2013 by 3 Comments
Those who hold to various forms of Covenant theology believe that the Church (specifically, the Body of Christ) is the same entity as the believing Israelites in the Old Testament. Thus, the Covenant theology adherent sees just one, “church.” One of the most popular (and best) arguments for this belief is based on the Septuagint […]
“Covenant” Theology Really is Replacement Theology
July 9, 2013 by 13 Comments
The term, “Replacement Theology” is most commonly used by the critics of those who believe that the Church (or Body of Christ) has replaced Israel in God’s prophetic plan. The promises made to Israel in the covenants are now transferred to the Church. Those who are accused of holding to, “Replacement Theology” (especially those in […]
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