15) The Fall & Diminishing Of Israel

Summary: This sermon explores the complex theological concept of Israel's fall and diminishing in relation to God's plan for Gentile salvation. The pastor delves into the nuances of Paul's writings, particularly in Romans 11, to explain how Israel's temporary stumbling led to the opportunity for Gentiles to receive salvation. The sermon emphasizes that while Israel has fallen from its privileged position, this fall is not permanent, and God has not abandoned His chosen people. Instead, this period of diminishing serves a greater purpose in God's plan for universal redemption.

Chapters
Chapter 1: Review of Dispensational Timeline
0:00 - 14:00
A review of the dispensational timeline and the changes in God's dealings with Israel and the Gentiles.
Chapter 2: Understanding Israel's Fall and Diminishing
14:00 - 28:00
An analysis of Romans 11:11-12, explaining Israel's fall and subsequent diminishing.
Chapter 3: Paul's Unique Apostleship and Revelation
28:00 - 42:00
An exploration of Paul's unique apostleship and the direct revelation he received from Christ.

Key Points:
Israel's fall was not permanent but allowed for salvation to come to the Gentiles.
There is a distinction between Israel's fall from privilege and their specific act of sin.
Paul's ministry during the Acts period was designed to provoke Israel to jealousy.
The diminishing of Israel occurred gradually throughout the book of Acts.
Paul received his gospel directly from Jesus Christ, not from human teachers.
The church, the body of Christ, began with Paul's conversion, not at Acts 28.
God's plan includes a future restoration of Israel.

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