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Fulfillment of Old Testament Prophecies

An exploration of how Old Testament prophecies find their complete realization in the New Testament.

1. The Prophetic Voice: Introduction to Old Testament Prophecy

1.1 The Nature of Prophecy

Verses: 2 Peter 1:20-21; Amos 3:7
  • Prophecy originates from the Divine Spirit, not human will.
  • God reveals His plans and purposes to humanity through prophets.

1.2 Types of Prophecy

Verses: Deuteronomy 18:22; Isaiah 7:14
  • Some prophecies are conditional, dependent on human response.
  • Other prophecies are unconditional, guaranteeing future events.

2. Messianic Prophecies: The Coming Deliverer

2.1 Prophecies of the Messiah's Lineage and Birth

Verses: Genesis 49:10; Isaiah 7:14; Micah 5:2
  • The Messiah would descend from the tribe of Judah.
  • He would be born of a virgin in Bethlehem.

2.2 Prophecies of the Messiah's Ministry and Miracles

Verses: Isaiah 61:1-2; Isaiah 35:5-6
  • The Messiah would preach good news to the poor and heal the brokenhearted.
  • He would perform miracles, healing the blind and the lame.

2.3 Prophecies of the Messiah's Suffering and Death

Verses: Isaiah 53:3-5; Psalm 22:16-18
  • The Messiah would be despised, rejected, and wounded for our transgressions.
  • His hands and feet would be pierced, and lots would be cast for His garments.

3. Prophecies Concerning the Divine Identity

3.1 The 'I AM' in the Old Testament

Verses: Exodus 3:14; Isaiah 43:11
  • God reveals Himself as the self-existent 'I AM'.
  • There is no savior besides Him.

3.2 The Manifestation of God in the Messiah

Verses: Isaiah 9:6; John 10:30
  • The Messiah is called 'Mighty God, Everlasting Father'.
  • He declares, 'I and the Father are one.'

4. Prophecies Concerning the Outpouring of the Spirit

4.1 The Promise of the Spirit

Verses: Joel 2:28-29; Isaiah 44:3
  • God promises to pour out His Spirit on all people.
  • This outpouring will bring forth prophecy and spiritual gifts.

4.2 Fulfillment on the Day of Pentecost

Verses: Acts 2:1-4; Acts 2:16-18
  • The Holy Spirit is poured out on the believers in Jerusalem.
  • Peter declares that this is the fulfillment of Joel's prophecy.

5. The Kingdom Prophecies: A Future Hope

5.1 The Establishment of God's Kingdom

Verses: Daniel 2:44; Isaiah 2:2-4
  • God's kingdom will ultimately triumph over all earthly kingdoms.
  • All nations will flow to it, seeking instruction and peace.

5.2 The New Heaven and New Earth

Verses: Isaiah 65:17; Revelation 21:1
  • God will create a new heaven and a new earth, free from sin and suffering.
  • This will be the eternal dwelling place of the redeemed.