Reconciliation

An entire section of Ephesians Chapter 2, Verses 11-22, is entitled "Reconciliation of Jews and Gentiles." Paul, The Apostle, clearly and effectively proclaims that through the shed blood of Jesus Christ, Jews and Gentiles have been made "one new man" in the sight of God. Ephesians 2:14 says "For He Himself is our peace, who has made both one and has broken down the middle wall of division between us."

Romans Chapter 11 addresses the same issue but with different nomenclature. Israel is declared as an olive tree with Jesus as the root. Verse 17 of Chapter 11 describes Christians as the wild olive tree which is grafted in among them - the family of Israel - by the life and blood of Jesus Christ. The result is a living spiritual family tree supported by the common root, Jesus Christ as The Messiah.

Sadly, there are those who preach that the Church has replaced the Jews in God's eyes. This is known as Replacement Theology which is totally contrary

to the Word of God mentioned above. Additionally, in Genesis 12:2-3 The Lord declares to Abraham "I will make you into a great nation. . . .and  in you all the nations of the world shall be blessed." Of course, this nation became Israel.

God's Word Does Not Change And Cannot Be Changed By Man To Satisfy His Own Desires as referenced in Revelation 22:18-19. Let us be those who proclaim this truth, which blesses Israel and Christians alike, also pray for those functioning in Replacement Theology to come into the truth of the Word of God.

May The Lord Bless You And Keep You In His Care Today And Each Day,

Frank