Seeing From God’s Perspective: What Does the Word Say About Israel?
There’s no denying it—what we’re seeing in the world right now is intense. Global tensions are rising, especially in the Middle East. Nations are being shaken. Israel is again at the center of it all.
But for the Church, this is not a time to panic or speculate. It’s a time to pause, pray, and ask a crucial question: What is God saying? And how do we respond from a place of biblical truth—not emotion, media bias, or cultural opinion?
We can’t afford to react from the flesh or speak from our own understanding. As believers, our position must be anchored in the Word of God and in the perspective of heaven.
“For My thoughts are not your thoughts, and your ways are not My ways,” says the Lord. “As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are My ways higher than your ways and My thoughts than your thoughts.”
— Isaiah 55:8–9
This scripture reminds us that God's thoughts are not like ours. His ways are far above what we can fully grasp. So if we are going to navigate these times rightly, we must lay down our opinions and pick up His Word.
What Does the Bible Say About Israel?
1. Israel Is Still God’s Covenant Nation
God made a covenant with Abraham and his descendants that has never been revoked.
“I will bless those who bless you… and in you all the families of the earth shall be blessed.” — Genesis 12:3
Paul affirms this in the New Testament:
“God has not rejected His people whom He foreknew… for the gifts and the calling of God are irrevocable.” — Romans 11:1, 29
God’s covenant with Israel is eternal—not based on their performance, but His faithfulness.
2. Israel Is Central to God’s Prophetic Timeline
What happens in Israel is not only political but it’s highly prophetic.
“Behold, I will make Jerusalem a cup of trembling unto all the people round about… and a burdensome stone for all people.”
— Zechariah 12:2–3
Jesus Himself foretold wars and rumors of wars, nation rising against nation, as signs of the times (Matthew 24). These aren’t just random events, they are signs that God’s Word is unfolding, and His return is drawing near.
Some scholars believe parts of Ezekiel 38–39, which speak of a coalition of nations rising against Israel, are beginning to align in the present day. Whether now or in the future, Scripture is clear: Israel will remain a key part of God’s end-time agenda.
3. Israel’s Salvation Is Part of God’s Redemptive Plan
Paul writes in Romans that a time will come when all Israel will be saved:
“And in this way all Israel will be saved, as it is written: ‘The Deliverer will come from Zion; He will turn godlessness away from Jacob.’”
— Romans 11:26
God’s desire is not just to protect Israel, but to redeem her through Yeshua (Jesus), the Messiah. The Jewish people are part of the beautiful story of redemption unfolding in this hour.
4. We Must Not Boast Against the Root—Humility Is Required
Romans 11 is sobering and clear. Paul addresses the Gentile believers who had been grafted in to the covenant blessings of Israel and gives a warning: do not become arrogant. God's mercy toward the Gentiles is meant to provoke Israel to jealousy—not replace them.
“Again I ask: Did they stumble so as to fall beyond recovery? Not at all! Rather, because of their transgression, salvation has come to the Gentiles to make Israel envious. But if their transgression means riches for the world… how much greater riches will their full inclusion bring!” — Romans 11:11–12
Paul explains that the Gentiles were like wild olive branches grafted into the cultivated tree (Israel), but the root still remains.
“If some of the branches have been broken off, and you, though a wild olive shoot, have been grafted in among the others and now share in the nourishing sap from the olive root, do not consider yourself to be superior to those other branches.” — Romans 11:17–18
He continues with this loving yet firm admonition:
“You do not support the root, but the root supports you… Do not be arrogant, but tremble. For if God did not spare the natural branches, He will not spare you either… Consider therefore the kindness and sternness of God.” — Romans 11:18–22
And this is the hope:
“And they also, if they do not continue in unbelief, will be grafted in, for God is able to graft them in again.” — Romans 11:23
God is not finished with Israel. He is not discarding His people. He will show up. He will open their eyes. And He will graft them back into their rightful place in His divine story. As Gentile believers, we are beneficiaries of mercy, and we must respond with humility, honor, and intercession—not pride or distance.
How Should the Church Respond?
This is not the time to be passive—or political. It’s time to:
Pray for the peace of Jerusalem. (Psalm 122:6)
Bless and support Israel as God's covenant people.
Walk in discernment, not distraction.
Stay rooted in the Word, not swayed by emotions or propaganda.
Preach the Gospel to all—both Jew and Gentile.
We must not harden our hearts toward what God has chosen, nor should we view Israel through worldly eyes. The enemy wants to stir confusion, offense, and division. But we’re called to walk in truth and Spirit.
Lord, Give Us Your Perspective
This is what it truly means to die to self: to surrender our opinions and adopt the mind of Christ—even when it's uncomfortable or countercultural.
Lord, help us to see what You see.
To value what You value.
To bless what You’ve blessed.
And to pray with understanding—not just sympathy, but revelation.
Now more than ever, the Church needs to rise in clarity, conviction, and compassion. Let us not be reactionary—but prophetic. Let us not be political—but biblical.
God is moving. His Word is true. And His heart for Israel still beats with covenant love.
Be blessed!