Why did J. C. Ryle, back in 1879, go against many of his contemporaries and declare a literal future Israel in the land? Perhaps because he took a literal interpretation of the prophesies and did not spiritualize them!
“Lord, will You at this time restore the kingdom to Israel?”
1. What are some likely practical outcomes of how to choose to interpret this passage?
2. Why did the disciples come up with this question following Christ's announcement of coming of the Holy Spirit?
3. How do you interpret the following passage from Isaiah Chapter 9?
Isaiah 9:6 - 7 (NKJV) For unto us a Child is born, Unto us a Son is given; And the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the increase of His government and peace There will be no end, Upon the throne of David and over His kingdom, To order it and establish it with judgment and justice From that time forward, even forever. The zeal of the Lord of hosts will perform this.
4. How will you interpret the following old testament prophecies regarding Israel?
Isaiah 27; 42-44, 65:66, Jeremiah 30-33, Ezekiel 36; 37; 40-48, Daniel 9:20-27; 12:1-3, Hosea 2:14-23, 14:4-7, Joel 3:18-21, Amos 9:11-15, Obadiah verses 17 and 21, Micah 7:14-20, Zephaniah 13; 14, Haggai 2:20-23, Zechariah 13;14, Malachi 4:1-3 |
