When considering how lost Judas is, one approach is to view his role in a larger context – the Mystery of God. Not familiar with that context? Come and see what scripture has to reveal.
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How Lost is Judas – the Son of Perdition?
When considering how lost Judas Iscariot is (the disciple who betrayed Christ), it can be viewed from multiple perspectives. Two we look at in this article are; with regard to God’s calling, and his overall plan of redemption.
Isn’t it true that none of the Old Testament passages about the Great Tribulation mention the church?
By identifying the work the Lord is doing to unify the faithful in Israel with the faithful Gentiles through his redemptive work, it becomes clear that there is no expectation that those called into Christ should be mentioned at all in the Old Testament. That they are mentioned indirectly maintains the mystery of God, yet enables God to be glorified by fulfilling his work in Christ and his promise to Abraham.
What is the Real Connection between Israel and the Church?
In this article we look at God’s redemptive work in Christ through the topical framework of the kingdom of God. To do this, we review Christ’s kingdom-building process through the ages with the nation of Israel and with those who were not a people – the Gentiles. What we find is that the hopes of Israel and those faithful in Christ appear to point to a common destination.
In This Way All Israel Will Be Saved
Our focus in this article is to note the process and methods God is using to achieve the salvation for Israel and Judah. Though Israel and the Jews were put to shame and brought upon themselves correction from the Lord, God’s people will be called to return to him, and he will show them mercy and grace as they’ve never seen before. However, although all Israel will be saved, it doesn’t require that they all be saved in the same manner and along the same path.
When is the Mystery of God Fulfilled?
To answer the question of when the mystery of God is fulfilled, we’ll want to focus on several key events that occur as Jesus Christ returns to establish his kingdom on earth.
How Does the Mystery of God Relate to Those Called and Chosen?
The goal of Christ’s work is to unite those called in faith; those of the old covenant with those of the new covenant. So is this unified body the final objective, or is there a greater purpose which lies dormant and unobserved?
What are the Origins of the Mystery of God?
We continue in part-4 of the mystery of God. Next we want to delve deeper into the origins of this connection between Israel and the Gentiles. It may seem obvious where this will lead, but let’s let scripture and the Holy Spirit guide us.
How Does the Mystery of God Relate to Israel?
We continue to follow the lead of scripture behind the mystery of God. It’s revealing a common faith that connects the called and chosen in Israel with the called and chosen of the Gentiles.
What is the Scope of the Mystery of God?
Second part in the Discovery Series on the Mystery of God. Now we dig more into its scope to broaden our understanding of its purpose.
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