A common objection is that Gospel of Matthew 2:23 appears to quote a prophecy that does not exist in the Old Testament. “And he came and dwelt in a city called Nazareth, that it might be fulfilled which was spoken by the prophets, ‘He shall be called a Nazarene.’” At first glance, there is noContinue reading “Matthew 2:23 — A Prophecy That Doesn’t Exist?”
Category Archives: Prophecies
Matthew 27:9-10 – A Mistake or a Masterpiece?
Matthew 27:9–10 has long troubled readers of the Gospel: “Then was fulfilled what was spoken by Jeremiah the prophet, saying, ‘And they took the thirty pieces of silver, the value of Him who was priced, whom they of the children of Israel priced, and gave them for the potter’s field, as the LORD directed me.’”Continue reading “Matthew 27:9-10 – A Mistake or a Masterpiece?”
Jesus’ 3rd Day Resurrection in The Old Testament? – 1 Cor 15:3-4 (cf. Luke 24:44-46)
Both Jesus and Paul say that Jesus raising from the dead on the 3rd day was actually prophesied in the Old Testament: 3 For I delivered to you first of all that which I also received: that Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, 4 and that He was buried, and that He rose again the third day according toContinue reading “Jesus’ 3rd Day Resurrection in The Old Testament? – 1 Cor 15:3-4 (cf. Luke 24:44-46)”
Malachi 4:1-6 – Jesus, the Sun of Righteousness
Within the closing lines of the Old Testament, Malachi presents two striking promises: the coming of “the Sun of righteousness” and the arrival of an Elijah-figure who would prepare the people for the Lord’s appearing. These themes echo through the opening chapters of the New Testament, where John the Baptist’s ministry is framed as theContinue reading “Malachi 4:1-6 – Jesus, the Sun of Righteousness”
Jesus’ name in the Old Testament – Zechariah 3:8-9
When the Jewish exiles returned to Jerusalem after the long night in Babylon, their first great task was to rebuild the temple. Two men stood at the center of this restoration. One was Zerubbabel, the Davidic descendant. The other was Joshua son of Jehozadak, the high priest from the tribe of Levi. Their cooperation setContinue reading “Jesus’ name in the Old Testament – Zechariah 3:8-9”
Isaiah 7:14 – Born of a Virgin
Table of Contents The Historical Setting: The Syro-Ephraimite War (735–732 BC) Isaiah 7 opens in one of the most politically volatile moments in Judah’s history—the Syro-Ephraimite War. Around 735 BC, two northern powers, Syria (Aram) and Israel (Ephraim), formed a military alliance to resist the growing threat of Assyria under Tiglath-Pileser III. When King AhazContinue reading “Isaiah 7:14 – Born of a Virgin”
Psalm 22:6 – Jesus as a Crimson Worm
The Crimson Worm: A Hidden Picture of Christ in Psalm 22 Do you want proof that the Bible is miraculous? Consider this: the entire Gospel of Jesus Christ—His sacrifice, His blood, His resurrection—can be seen a thousand years before His birth, hidden within one single Hebrew word. Let’s explore. Psalm 22:6 says, “But I amContinue reading “Psalm 22:6 – Jesus as a Crimson Worm”
Daniel 9:24-27 – Perfect Timing!
Table of Contents Context Before diving into the prophetic vision of Daniel 9:24–27, it’s essential to understand the historical and textual context that sets the stage. This context helps ground the interpretation and avoid common misunderstandings about timing, characters, and the significance of the events described. Daniel 9:1 “In the first year of Darius theContinue reading “Daniel 9:24-27 – Perfect Timing!”
Daniel 2, 7 & 8 unpacked
Table of Contents Daniel 2 – The Dream “You, O king, were watching; and behold, a great image! This great image, whose splendor was excellent, stood before you; and its form was awesome. This image’s head was of fine gold, its chest and arms of silver, its belly and thighs of bronze, its legs ofContinue reading “Daniel 2, 7 & 8 unpacked”