“I will bless those who bless you, and whoever curses you I will curse; and all peoples on earth will be blessed through you.”** – Genesis 12:3**
When I first became serious about studying Scripture over 5 years ago, I noticed something that changed how I viewed world events forever: God’s promises to Israel were not just ancient history—they were living, unbreakable, and still in motion today.
This isn’t about taking sides politically. It’s about seeing Israel through God’s eyes, as revealed in His Word, and aligning our hearts with His eternal purposes.
1. God’s Covenant with Abraham Still Stands
God didn’t make temporary promises to Abraham. In Genesis 12:1–3 and again in Genesis 15:18–21, He swore by His own name to give Abraham’s descendants the land of Canaan. Psalm 105:8–11 says God “remembers His covenant forever, the word He commanded, for a thousand generations.”
The great preacher Charles Spurgeon once said:
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“If God has made certain promises to Israel, He will as surely fulfill them as He fulfilled His promises concerning the first coming of Christ.”
2. Jesus – The Jewish Messiah
We sometimes forget—Jesus was, and is, Jewish. Born into the line of David (Luke 1:32–33), He fulfilled centuries of Jewish prophecy (Isaiah 9:6–7; Micah 5:2).
As John Stott wisely observed:
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“We cannot fully appreciate Jesus without understanding His Jewishness.”
When we honor Israel, we’re honoring the very roots of our faith and the people through whom God gave us the Scriptures, the prophets, and the Messiah Himself.
3. Paul’s Warning to Gentile Believers
In Romans 11, Paul warns us Gentiles not to become arrogant toward Israel: “The gifts and the calling of God are irrevocable” (Romans 11:29).
He calls Israel the “natural branches” and Gentiles the “wild branches” grafted in. Without the root—Israel—there would be no tree for us to be grafted into.
As A.W. Tozer put it:
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“If the Gentile church forgets its debt to Israel, it will soon forget its place in God’s mercy.”
4. God’s Prophetic Plan of Restoration
The prophets foresaw a time when God would regather His people (Ezekiel 36:24–28; Jeremiah 31:35–37). Many believe the modern return of the Jewish people to their land is a sign that His promises are unfolding before our eyes.
Yet prophecy points beyond geography—it points to salvation: “All Israel will be saved” (Romans 11:26). That day will come when they recognize Yeshua (Jesus) as their Messiah.
5. Our Call to Pray for and Bless Israel
Psalm 122:6 says plainly, “Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: they shall prosper that love thee.” Supporting Israel does not mean endorsing every policy or political decision. It means standing with God’s covenant purposes and praying for the spiritual awakening of the Jewish people.
The early Church prayed for Israel’s salvation—and so should we.
Personal Reflection
I still wish my dream would come true, like my first visit to Jerusalem. Standing at the Western Wall, I’ll pray for the peace of the city, and it’ll strike me deeply—the God I worship is the same God who made these promises thousands of years ago. That moment turned Bible prophecy from an abstract concept into a living reality for me.
I’m not a Jew, but I’m a follower of Jesus Christ. So if someone disagrees with me kindly, I do respect your perspective or related info, which can add knowledge.
Practical Ways to Support Israel as a Christian
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Pray daily for peace and salvation in Israel.
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Bless or practically minister to the Jewish people.
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Guard your theology against “replacement ”thinking”—the idea that the Church has replaced Israel in God’s plan.
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Stay informed on biblical prophecy and current events in light of Scripture.
Conclusion—Keeping Our Eyes on God’s Time Clock
David Jeremiah often says:
“Israel is God’s prophetic time clock. If you want to know where we are in history, keep your eye on Israel.”
Supporting Israel is not about nationalism—it’s about obedience to God, trust in His Word, and anticipation of the day when Christ returns to Jerusalem as King of Kings.
Until then, let us:
Pray for Israel’s peace.
Bless her according to Genesis 12:3.
Stand firm in humility and love toward both Jews and Gentiles.
Because in blessing Israel, we are blessing the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob—and preparing our hearts for the day when “every knee will bow and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord” (Philippians 2:10–11).
Hello dear brothers and sisters in Christ,
I am not Jewish, but I am a devoted follower of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. If anyone has a different perspective from mine, I want you to know that I deeply respect your views and welcome any biblical insight or historical understanding that can help me grow in knowledge.
My heart is open to learning from all denominations, pastors, and believers. I believe that in the body of Christ, every member has a gift to share (1 Corinthians 12:12–27), and I look forward to hearing your positive messages and wisdom.
I serve as a Christian evangelist from Pakistan, with a passion for spreading the Gospel and encouraging believers in their walk with God. May our fellowship here be guided by the Spirit, rooted in the Word, and filled with grace and truth (John 1:14).
In Christ’s love
