Israel Apostolic Church Vol 5 Part 1 May 2026

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

Contemporary discussions within apostolic movements often grapple with the distinction between the "biblical people of God" and modern nation-states. israel apostolic church vol 5 part 1

Biblical and restorationist perspectives often highlight the "gathering of the elect" from the four quarters of the earth to a prepared "Holy City" or "New Jerusalem". The apostolic nature of the church is not

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 The core of this message is the proclamation

Apostolicity is maintained not just through historical succession but through the daily "birth of faith and love" facilitated by the gifts of the Spirit. These gifts empower the "priesthood of all believers" to serve as a living sacrifice. 3. Modern Implications: Faith, Justice, and Israel

The selection of twelve apostles intentionally mirrored the twelve tribes of Israel, signifying a restoration and fulfillment of God's covenantal community.

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