5. A Messianic Prophecy
Blessing: The Path to Peace
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Through the Psalms and Proverbs, we begin to see Israel step into their role within the Messianic Promise. They become the prophets, priests, and kings of God to all nations. This means that Israel is to teach the rest of the world what it looks like to live into God’s design.
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6. Law and Grace
Israel is unable to uphold their role and commitment to God’s Covenant. Enter the prophets: God’s advocates. Prophets point out where Israel has broken their agreement, and what happens as a result. Much of the prophetic writings are written in Messianic Desperation—only a Messiah can come to set...
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7. Jesus as a Perfect Vessel
The mysterious and promised Messiah is God made flesh. He puts on the form of a worshiping supplicant, because no one can make the perfect steward except God himself. Jesus becomes the perfect High Priest, the perfect Prophet, and the perfect and sacrificial King. He will remake all things!
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8. Grace and Thanksgiving
Jesus is the fulfillment of the Law and Prophets, but also shows humanity what it is to flourish: by walking in humility and love. In Ephesians, Paul describes what this looks like for the Church. We need to pour out our gratitude and worship to God for all that He has done. Our lives must be off...
