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“There is Neither Jew nor Greek” from Galatians 3:28: Because the apostle Paul wrote, “There is neither Jew nor Greek” in Galatians 3:28, many people claim that Scripture ultimately renders Jewish identity obsolete today. But how can this be true when Paul immediately makes the same claim about men and women, whose distinct identities clearly still exist? We conclude our …
“Not All Those From Israel Are Israel” from Romans 9:6: In Romans 9:6, the apostle Paul used the phrase, “For they are not all Israel who are of Israel.” Some Christians believe Paul was redefining Israel, expanding the term to encompass all believers in Jesus, who constitute “spiritual Israel.” But Chris sets the record straight this week in part 3 …
“It is Not the Jew on Display” from Romans 2:28-29: When the apostle Paul defined “a Jew who is one inwardly,” did he mean that Christians—who are reconciled to God—are the true identity of Israel and the recipient of the nation’s covenant promises? Many believe so, but they are mistaken. Romans 2:28–29 is one of several passages that have been …
“The Israel of God” from Galatians 6:16: Reading the Bible in its context is crucial. When verses are cherry-picked and stripped of their context, the true meaning of God’s Word becomes lost. One of the most prominent examples of this issue in Scripture is the errant belief that the church has replaced Israel in God’s plans, promises, and affections. Many …
