The apostolic nature of the church is not a modern invention but is deeply rooted in the historical and spiritual soil of Israel. In the New Testament, the "Apostles" were not merely founders of a new religion; they were the authoritative messengers sent to proclaim that what was promised to Israel has been fulfilled in Jesus the Messiah. Volume 5, Part 1 focuses on this transition: how the church adopted the Holy Scriptures of the Jewish people as a normative witness to the gospel. 1. The Foundation: Apostles and the Twelve
The core of this message is the proclamation of God's revelation in Christ, delivered by those first sent to "bring good news" as prophesied in the Hebrew Scriptures. 2. The Covenant of Impact and Restoration israel apostolic church vol 5 part 1
The selection of twelve apostles intentionally mirrored the twelve tribes of Israel, signifying a restoration and fulfillment of God's covenantal community. The apostolic nature of the church is not
True apostolicity calls for a commitment to being "peacemakers and truth-tellers". This involves a "Gospel of justice, mercy, and peace" that mirrors the messianic promise of a ruler from Bethlehem who brings ultimate protection for God's people. Lecture on the Dogmatic Constitution on Divine Revelation The Covenant of Impact and Restoration The selection
The following draft explores the concepts typically found in theological discussions regarding the and its relationship with Israel , structured as a potential entry for a multi-volume series like Israel Apostolic Church, Volume 5, Part 1 . The Apostolic Continuity and the Promise of Israel