We are in the process of studying how and why God chose the Jewish People and for what purpose. In the first four messages we have looked at the size of the land God gave to His Chosen People plus learning that they would become a Great Nation.
Deuteronomy 7:6-8 shows Moses speaking to the Israelites saying, "For you are a holy people to The Lord your God, The Lord your God has chosen you to be a people for Himself, a special treasure above all the peoples on the face of the earth. The Lord did not set His love on you nor choose you because you were more in number than any other people . . . but because The Lord loves you and because He would keep the oath which He swore to your fathers."
Notice God chose them to be a special treasure or for a particular purpose. God did not choose them because of their size but because He desired to keep the oath He swore to their fathers.
What is that oath? Genesis 12:2 shows God speaking to Abraham and his descendants saying they will "Be A Blessing." God chose this particular group of people to be a blessing to all people on the earth. Why did God choose them? God's Word does not answer this question. However, we can determine whether they have been a blessing.
Yes, without a doubt! History shows Israel being surrounded by enemies. However, Israel still is a place of refuge and safety for Christians and other religions. People are free to worship as they choose and pursue their dreams.
A recent story illustrates how Israel values life above all else. Saeb Erekat was the Chief Palestinian Negotiator, an enemy of Israel. Saeb came down with Covid-19 and was brought to a hospital in Jerusalem where Israeli Doctors treated him for a month but did not succeed in saving his life. In Israel, life is more important than politics, hatred or fear. Yes, God's Chosen People are a blessing!
In Isaiah 44 Jehovah God is talking to His Chosen People and says to them "You Are My Witnesses." What does this mean? Stay Tuned!
May The Lord Continue Blessing And Loving You,
Frank
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