Hope is interwoven in our fabric as human beings. It is part of our narrative. The Bible details many stories of hope amongst God’s people, waiting for an answer to prayer.
After 500 years, the Jews had completely obeyed the Lord’s command. From God’s merciful perspective, when we do make the right choices, it’s worthy of a feast.
The Scriptures show why investing and supporting Israel is in line with God’s desires, they explain why it is in our best interest, and that it will bring blessing upon us.
Everything which God has done for the church, He has done for Israel and vice versa. Our calling and potential are equivalent, even if our hearing and responding to that calling isn’t.