Why Jesus Came to Israel First — Luke 1 Explained

Did Jesus come to start Christianity — or to fulfill something far older? The answer in Luke 1 will completely change how you read the New Testament. 📖 In this verse-by-verse study, we explore Luke chapter 1 where the angel announces to Mary that her Son will sit on the throne of David and reign over the house of Jacob forever. This is not a new promise — it's the fulfillment of Old Testament covenants made to Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and David. We then examine Luke 1:67-68, where Zacharias, filled with the Holy Spirit, declares that God has visited and redeemed His people Israel. Every word points to a Jewish King coming to a Jewish nation under the Law — not yet the Church Age or the gospel of grace. 🔑 Key Topics Covered: • Why Matthew chapter 1 is NOT the beginning of Christianity • Luke 1:30-33 — The angel's announcement to Mary and the throne of David • Luke 1:67-68 — Zacharias filled with the Holy Spirit prophesies Israel's redemption • Isaiah 9:6-7 — "The government shall be upon His shoulder" — the Kingdom promise • Matthew 5:17 — Jesus came not to destroy the Law but to fulfill it • Matthew 11:4-5 — Jesus proves He is the Christ through miracles (show and tell) • 1 Timothy 1:15 — Christ came to save sinners — a further revelation beyond the Gospels • Romans 11:7-12 — Israel's blindness and how salvation came to the Gentiles through their rejection 💡 Luke 1 Bible study, Luke 1:30-33 explained, Isaiah 9:6-7 kingdom promise, Matthew 5:17 fulfill the law, Romans 11 Israel and Gentiles, 1 Timothy 1:15 Christ came to save sinners, throne of David prophecy, progressive revelation Bible, Zacharias prophecy, Jesus as King of Israel, Old Testament covenants, gospel of grace. Les Feldick Bible Study brings you verse-by-verse Bible teaching that makes the scriptures come alive. Whether you're a new believer or have studied the Bible for decades, these teachings will deepen your understanding of God's Word. Les Feldick has a unique gift for explaining complex biblical concepts in a way that anyone can understand, using scripture to interpret scripture. 📖 Visit our website: www.lesfeldickbiblestudy.com If this study blessed you, please LIKE the video and SHARE it with someone who needs to hear this teaching. Your likes and shares help others find these Bible studies. 00:00 — Welcome to Through the Bible with Les Feldick 00:32 — About This Bible Study: Informal, Non-Denominational Teaching 01:37 — Family Introduction & Personal Moment 03:17 — Turning to Luke Chapter 1 — Christ's Earthly Ministry 03:48 — Why Matthew Chapter 1 Is NOT the Start of Christianity 04:06 — Jesus Came to Fulfill Old Testament Promises to Israel 04:44 — The Bible Is a Progressive Revelation — God's Timing 05:29 — Luke 1:30-33 — The Angel Announces Jesus to Mary 06:23 — The Throne of David — Old Testament Promises Fulfilled 07:01 — Luke 1:67-68 — Zacharias Filled with the Holy Spirit 08:11 — "Blessed Be the Lord God of Israel" — A Jewish Promise 09:07 — Israel as a Separated People — Not Called to Evangelize Gentiles 10:05 — Acts 10 & Peter's Vision — Jew First, Then Gentiles 11:00 — John the Baptist's Question: "Art Thou He That Should Come?" 16:40 — Matthew 11:4-5 — Jesus Tells John's Disciples: Show and Tell 17:36 — The Miracles of Jesus Prove He Is the Promised King 18:25 — Isaiah 9:6-7 — "The Government Shall Be Upon His Shoulder" 19:55 — Matthew 5:17 — Jesus Came Not to Destroy but to Fulfill 21:37 — 1 Timothy 1:15 — Christ Came to Save Sinners: Further Revelation 22:50 — Romans 11:7 — Israel Did Not Obtain What They Sought 23:41 — Romans 11:11-12 — Through Israel's Fall, Salvation to Gentiles 25:55 — God Is NOT Finished with the Jewish People 27:33 — Closing: Faith Plus Nothing — The Free Gospel of Grace