Walking In The Word - Pt 6

Zec 12:10  "I will pour out on the house of David and on the inhabitants of Jerusalem, the Spirit of grace and of supplication, so that they will look on Me whom they have pierced; and they will mourn for Him, as one mourns for an only son, and they will weep bitterly over Him like the bitter weeping over a firstborn. 

The discussion focused on the significance of Israel and the end of this age, emphasizing the unique moment in time leading to Jesus' visible return. The Prime Minister of Israel's address at the United Nations highlighted the international community's divided stance on Israel, with only nine countries voting against recognizing Palestine as a state. The speaker noted growing anti-Semitism and referenced scriptures like Matthew 23 and Zechariah 12, predicting a national repentance in Israel. The conversation also touched on the prophetic judgment of nations for their treatment of Israel, as outlined in Ezekiel 36 and Joel 3, and the future acceptance of Jesus as the Messiah by Israel.

Transcript

Walking in the Word Pt 6

Outline

Israel's Position at the United Nations

• Speaker discusses the significance of Israel and the end of this age, emphasizing the unique moment in time.
• The Prime Minister of Israel was introduced at the United Nations, despite an international warrant for his arrest.
• Speaker mentions the events of two years ago when Palestinian Arabs entered Israel, leading to a significant tragedy.
• Only nine countries voted against the resolution recognizing Palestine as a state, while many did not vote or were absent.

Growing Anti-Semitism and Scriptural References

• Speaker highlights the growing anti-Semitism on both the left and right political spectra.
• The speaker references Matthew 23:37-39, where Jesus expresses His deep desire to gather the children of Jerusalem but is met with collective unwillingness.
• The concept of a future national repentance in Israel is discussed, referencing Zechariah 12:10 and the Spirit of grace and supplication.
• The speaker emphasizes the importance of recognizing Jesus as the Messiah and the eventual acceptance of Him by Israel.

Ezekiel's Prophecy and the Role of Israel

• Speaker transitions to Ezekiel 36, discussing God's concern for His name and the role of Israel as an evangelistic nation.
• The speaker explains the historical context of Israel's dispersion and the profaning of God's name among the nations.
• The prophecy of God gathering Israel back to the land and cleansing them is highlighted, emphasizing the transformation of their hearts.
• The speaker stresses the importance of treating the Jewish people with kindness and not standing in judgment against them.

Joel's Prophecy and Judgment on the Nations

• Speaker references Joel 3, where God will judge the nations for their treatment of Israel and the division of the land.
• The speaker discusses the current political climate and the push for a two-state solution, emphasizing that it is anathema to God.
• The prophecy of God gathering all nations to the valley of Jehoshaphat for judgment is highlighted.
• The speaker concludes with the solemn words of Jesus in Matthew 25, emphasizing the national judgment based on how nations treat Israel.

Final Thoughts on Israel and the Nations

• Speaker reiterates the importance of treating Israel with kindness and not standing in judgment against them.
• The speaker emphasizes that the vast majority of nations are not in line with God's will regarding Israel.
• The concept of a two-state solution is discussed, noting that the Arabs themselves do not support it.
• The speaker concludes with the prophecy of God bringing judgment on the nations based on their treatment of Israel.