Why Christ Came to Israel First — Matthew & Luke Explained

Book15 Discover why Christ came to Israel first and how His ministry shifted the entire course of salvation history. This verse-by-verse study explores Matthew and Luke's accounts of Christ's birth, ministry, and the pivotal moment when salvation extended to the Gentiles through grace alone. In this comprehensive teaching, Les Feldick walks through the angel's announcement to Mary (Luke 1), Isaiah 9's prophecy of the Messiah's government, and Christ's temptations in the wilderness. You'll see how Christ's death and resurrection fulfilled the law and opened the door to salvation for all people—not through works, but through faith in His finished work. 📖 Key Topics Covered: • Luke 1 — The Angel's Announcement and Mary's Role in Christ's Birth • Isaiah 9:6-7 — The Messiah's Government and Eternal Kingdom • Matthew 1 — Christ's Genealogy and the Promise to Israel • Christ's Temptations — Why He Suffered Satan's Attacks for Our Salvation • Grace vs Law — How Salvation Shifted from Works to Faith • The Beatitudes — Kingdom Constitution vs Church Age Doctrine • Romans 11 — Israel's Blindness and the Gentiles' Inclusion in God's Plan • The Unpardonable Sin — What It Means and Who Can Commit It ✝️ This study emphasizes how scripture interprets scripture, using cross-references throughout Matthew, Luke, Romans, Ephesians, and Revelation to illuminate the central truth: Christ's death paid the sin debt for all who believe, regardless of nationality or background. 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. 00:00:00 — Introduction — Welcome to Through the Bible 00:03:38 — Luke 1:30 — Angel's Announcement to Mary 00:08:47 — Israel's Desire for Peace and Deliverance 00:14:47 — Isaiah 9:6-7 — The Messiah's Government 00:22:59 — Romans — Grace and Salvation Beyond the Law 00:26:35 — Salvation Extended to Gentiles Through Grace 00:32:10 — Christ's Temptations in the Wilderness 00:36:28 — The Devil's Three Temptations 00:41:32 — Christ's Victory Over Temptation 00:46:24 — Natural vs Spiritual Throughout Scripture 00:52:03 — Cain & Abel, Esau & Jacob — Contrasts 00:58:51 — The Beatitudes — Kingdom Constitution 01:05:43 — Matthew 5 — Blessed Are the Poor & Meek 01:10:09 — Ephesians 1 — Spiritual Blessings in Christ 01:18:37 — Grace Under Grace — Salvation by Faith 01:25:05 — The Unpardonable Sin Explained 01:32:21 — Blaspheming the Holy Ghost 01:37:22 — Matthew 12 — Pharisees Reject Christ 01:42:48 — Greeks Seeking Jesus — Gentiles Come 01:48:43 — The Covenants — God's Promises 01:54:05 — The Abrahamic Covenant Foundation 02:01:45 — Building on the Foundation 02:10:01 — Disciples Fail to Recognize Jesus 02:14:07 — Peter's Confession — 'Thou Art the Christ' 02:18:36 — Romans 3:23 — All Have Sinned 02:28:13 — The Reach of God's Grace 02:37:14 — Focus on Clear Scripture 02:51:50 — Luke 15 — The Prodigal Son 03:00:10 — The Lost Son's Return & Restoration 03:08:49 — John the Baptist — Preparing the Way 03:14:13 — Heaven in the Midst of the Jews 03:29:59 — Bringing the Lost to Salvation 03:35:39 — Christ's Death, Resurrection & Ascension 03:40:44 — Setting Priorities Heavenward 03:50:08 — The Holy Spirit's Direction 03:58:55 — Christ's Return and the Rapture 04:04:20 — Israel's Responsiveness to Christ 04:08:53 — Romans 11 — Israel's Blindness 04:18:46 — The Crowd's Pressure Against Christ 04:24:06 — Setting Up His Kingdom 04:29:13 — Revelation — The End Times 04:39:21 — God's Consistent Plan 04:45:40 — Closing Remarks 05:40:25 — Final Blessing