Israel's Current Spiritual Condition
Will God ever abandon or forsake His people? This question often arises as it relates to God’s chosen people in the Old Testament, specifically the nation of Israel. In Romans eleven, the apostle Paul addresses this directly, with remarkable clarity. Pastor Tom guides us through Paul’s teaching, explaining that although a majority of Jewish people have rejected Jesus Christ as their Messiah, God’s faithfulness endures. There’s a divine promise that points to a future moment of repentance where they turn to Him. Join Tom Pennington as he explains from Romans eleven Israel’s True Spiritual Condition.
Part 1
In the third great section of Romans, Paul defends the gospel by dealing with the doctrine of election, the spiritual condition of Israel and God’s unbreakable promises. In this series, we’ll consider together how God is a faithful God that not only makes promises but also intends to bring them to pass, specifically bringing future salvation to Israel.
Part 5
Many people believe they can obtain favor with the God of creation by simply working hard or doing enough good things. But the apostle Paul makes clear in Romans 11 that salvation is the work of God the Father, accomplished by God the Son, and then applied by God the Spirit to all those who repent and believe.
Part 7
Because of God's unwavering faithfulness and His absolute determination to accomplish everything He has decreed, God will continue to treat all the physical descendants of Abraham as His special people. And from them—even in their current spiritual condition—He will preserve a remnant of true believers.
Part 8
Romans eleven is one of Scripture's most challenging passages to interpret. Here's the tension we face: On one hand, the text describes God saving a remnant of people. On the other, it reveals the spiritual hardening of others. As Christians, how must we respond to this profound tension?