God’s covenant with Israel promises to bless them, make them a great nation, and use them to bless all families of the earth.
Israel’s disobedience to God led to severe consequences including exile, but God’s faithfulness remained, resulting in their eventual restoration.
Messianic prophecies in the Bible speak of a future ruler from Israel who will bring peace and justice, which Christians believe is fulfilled in Jesus Christ.
The New Testament teaches that both Jews and Gentiles are part of God’s unified people through Jesus, with Israel having an ongoing spiritual significance and future restoration.