Why Israel Failed to Evangelize the World — Isaiah to Acts

B10L7 📖 Did God always plan to reach the Gentiles through Israel? Isaiah 42, 49, 59, and 60 reveal a stunning prophetic blueprint — and it all hinges on whether Israel would accept her Messiah. ✝️ This verse-by-verse study traces God's prophetic program from Isaiah through the New Testament, showing how Israel was meant to be a "light to the Gentiles" once her Messiah-King was established on David's throne. Beginning in Isaiah 42:1, the Messiah is introduced as God's servant who would bring rule and judgment to the Gentiles. Isaiah 9:6-7 reveals His titles — Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace — and connects directly to John 3:16 in a way most people have never seen. Isaiah 49:5-6 and 59:20 further confirm that Israel's salvation was always tied to her covenant with Abraham, and that the Gentiles were never forgotten in God's plan. 📜 Key Topics Covered: • Isaiah 42:1 — The Messiah as God's servant bringing rule to the Gentiles • Isaiah 9:6-7 — Christ's titles and the throne of David explained • John 3:16 connected to Isaiah 9 — "a son is given" unlocked • Isaiah 49:5-6 — Israel as a light to the Gentiles • Isaiah 60:1-3 — Gentiles coming to Israel's light • Luke 1:67-79 — Zacharias' prophecy and the Abrahamic covenant • Acts 1:4-6 — The disciples still expecting the kingdom restored to Israel • Matthew 19:27-28 — The Twelve Apostles ruling the twelve tribes 🔑 This study covers Isaiah 42, Isaiah 49, Isaiah 59, Isaiah 60, Luke 1:67-79, Acts 1:4-6, Matthew 1:1, Matthew 19:27-28, John 3:16, and the Abrahamic covenant. Key doctrines include Israel's prophetic program, the kingdom of God, Messiah's role as King, and God's plan for Gentile salvation through Israel. 💡 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 — Introduction: Israel's Role in God's Prophetic Program 00:29 — Correcting a Math Error from the Previous Lesson 01:38 — Isaiah 42:1 — The Messiah Brings Rule to the Gentiles 02:44 — Isaiah 9:6 — "Unto Us a Child Is Born, Unto Us a Son Is Given" 03:50 — John 3:16 Connected to Isaiah 9 — "A Son Is Given" Explained 04:57 — Isaiah 9:6-7 — Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Prince of Peace 06:26 — Isaiah 9:7 — The Throne of David Is on Earth, Not Heaven 07:16 — Isaiah 49:5-6 — Israel as a Light to the Gentiles 08:56 — Isaiah 59:20 — The Redeemer Comes to Zion and the Abrahamic Covenant 10:29 — Isaiah 60:1-3 — Arise and Shine: Gentiles Come to Israel's Light 11:52 — Israel Should Have Known Her Messiah — A Warning for America 12:56 — Matthew 1:1 — Son of David, Son of Abraham: Why Matthew Stops There 13:46 — Luke 1 — The Birth of John the Baptist and Zacharias' Silence 15:53 — Luke 1:67-68 — Zacharias Filled with the Holy Spirit Before Pentecost 16:56 — Luke 1:68-73 — "Blessed Be the Lord God of Israel" — Jew Only 18:38 — Luke 1:74-76 — Saved from Enemies and John the Baptist's Role 20:04 — Luke 1:77-79 — Spiritual Salvation and Light to the Gentiles 23:02 — Acts 1:4-6 — "Wilt Thou Restore the Kingdom to Israel?" 24:47 — Acts 1:5 — John's Water Baptism vs. Holy Spirit Baptism at Pentecost 25:38 — Matthew 19:27-28 — The Twelve Apostles on Twelve Thrones Ruling Israel 27:44 — Closing