Replacement Theology

Christ’s Inheritance of Israel and The Nations

Christ’s Inheritance of Israel and The Nations

In Psalm 2, we read: “Ask of Me, and I will give You The nations for Your inheritance, And the ends of the earth for Your possession” (Psalm 2:8). It should be clear that the Father is speaking to the Son, for it says in the preceding verse, “Yet I have set My King On My holy hill of Zion. I will declare the decree: The Lord has said to Me, You are My Son, Today I have begotten You” (Psalm 2:6-7). Jesus, the Son of God, has been set upon the hill of Zion, which represents God’s Kingdom, and will physically establish His Kingdom from Mount Zion, in Jerusalem. He will take the nations for His inheritance and the ends of the earth for His possession.

Israel—God’s Covenant Nation

Israel—God’s Covenant Nation

There is a growing theological shift, especially amongst younger Evangelical Christians, that has led to the belief that the church is the fulfillment of the covenant promises given to Israel and, in a sense, has become a “new” Israel. The verses most often quoted are from Paul’s writings to the Galatians, where he closes with these words: “For in Christ Jesus neither circumcision nor uncircumcision avails anything, but a new creation. And as many as walk according to this rule, peace and mercy be upon them, and upon the Israel of God” (Galatians 6:15-16). Looking at the broader context, Paul is speaking to a mixed, but likely predominantly Gentile audience, who are being persuaded to follow the Law of Moses. The Jewish congregants were likewise being persuaded to return to the Mosaic Law. Rightfully so, Paul was correct to tell the Galatians not to return to the Old Covenant, but rather to hold steadfastly to the New Covenant, which has made us a new creation in Christ.

Return of The Home Church

Return of The Home Church

In the book of Acts, we read, “And suddenly there came a sound from heaven, as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled the whole house where they were sitting” (Acts 2:2). “So continuing daily with one accord in the temple, and breaking bread from house to house, they ate their food with gladness and simplicity of heart” (Acts 2:46).

The Root of Replacement Theology

The Root of Replacement Theology

I remember the day so clearly, sitting on my living room couch and holding an Old King James Bible in my hand. I was determined to discover the truth contained within. I very much believed in the one true God of Israel. So I said to Him, “I need to know the truth.” I had no concept of the Holy Spirit speaking to me, but somehow asking God to show me His truth made sense. As I started to read the book of Matthew, there was clarity and focus to the narrative. The story came to life, and remarkably the old English language was perfectly decipherable.