In this episode of It Stands Written, the guys delve into the Davidic Covenant, examining God's unilateral promise to establish an eternal kingship through David's lineage. The team examines key passages from 2 Samuel 7, Psalm 89, and 1 Kings 11, demonstrating how God's covenant with David guarantees a literal, physical throne in Jerusalem that will be occupied by the Messiah forever. They tackle the tension between covenant theology and dispensationalism, addressing how these promises should be interpreted—literally or figuratively—and whether they transfer to the church or remain for ethnic Israel. The discussion highlights God's unwavering faithfulness even when David's descendants failed, showing how the promise ultimately points to Jesus Christ as the eternal King who will reign from Zion. Through careful biblical analysis and engaging dialogue, the hosts make a compelling case for the literal fulfillment of the Davidic Covenant in the millennial kingdom. This episode is essential listening for anyone seeking to understand how Old Testament covenants connect to New Testament fulfillment and the future reign of Christ.

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Verses mentioned;

- 2 Samuel 7:8-16

- 1 Kings 11:9-13

- Psalm 89:1-4, 19-49

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In this episode of It Stands Written, Justin, Braden, Elijah, and Ernest tackle a foundational question in the dispensationalism versus covenant theology debate: Has God rejected Israel? Through a detailed examination of Romans 3, 9, and 11, the hosts demonstrate that God's covenant promises to ethnic Israel remain irrevocable despite their unbelief. They explore Paul's argument that while salvation came to the Gentiles through Israel's rejection of the Messiah, this was always part of God's plan to provoke Israel to jealousy and ultimately bring about their future salvation. The discussion clarifies the crucial distinction between the church and Israel, explaining why Paul consistently differentiates between Jews and Gentiles even within the body of believers. Listeners will gain insight into the "olive tree" analogy, the concept of a believing remnant, and why God's faithfulness to His covenant people demonstrates His unchanging character—a truth that should humble Gentile believers rather than make them arrogant.

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Verses Mentioned:

- Romans 2:28-29

- Romans 3:1-4

- Romans 9:1-5

- Romans 10:19-21

- Romans 11:1-29

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In this episode of the It Stands Written podcast, Braden, Justin, Elijah, and Ernest continue their series on covenantal theology and dispensationalism by examining the Mosaic Covenant. The hosts explore how God established this bilateral covenant with Israel at Mount Sinai, giving them the law as a standard of holiness that would reveal their sin and need for a Savior. They discuss the dramatic scene of God's presence on the mountain, the giving of the Ten Commandments, and the blood covenant ceremony that sealed Israel's commitment to obey. The conversation highlights how the Sabbath served as the sign of this covenant—a weekly reminder for Israel to reflect on God's holiness and their own sinfulness. The hosts emphasize that the law was never meant to save but to serve as a tutor, pointing to Christ, who perfectly fulfilled every requirement and took the curse of the law upon himself. They conclude by explaining how Jesus' 33 years of perfect obedience to the Mosaic law is credited to believers, setting up their next discussion on the Davidic Covenant.

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Verses Mentioned:

- Exodus 19:1-11

- Exodus 20

- Exodus 24:4

- Deuteronomy 27-28

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