Prophecy

Jesus lamented and wept when Israel didn’t recognize the fulfillment of the ancient prophecy of the prophet Daniel. They missed the time of His visitation and would soon experience destruction.

God’s people will be held accountable to know His word, especially what it has to say about the world that we live in today. You cannot just relegate that knowledge to others. You must know for yourself so that you are prepared to answer everyone who asks why you have the hope that you have (1 Peter 3:15). 

One of the most effective ways to give a reasoned response to someone who asks that question is to tell them about fulfilled prophecy. At least one-half of all biblical predictions have already been fulfilled precisely as God had declared. Because of God’s faithfulness in fulfilling these prophecies, we can be assured that He will fulfill the rest of the prophecies in Scripture without fault. 

There are so many to consider. Here are just a few:

• Isaiah 53 & Psalm 22 (how Jesus would be crucified)
• Genesis 5 (the Gospel message in the names in the genealogy from Adam to Noah)
• Daniel 9 (fortelling the exact day of Messiah’s entry into Jerusalem)
• Daniel 7 & 8 (which so accurately define world empires in advance that some think it couldn’t have been written when it was). 

God has given these prophecies (and so many more) to reveal His heart and purposes to you so you may be edified, comforted, and strengthened in your faith. Read His word. It’s great for your soul!