In a recent episode of Prophecy Watchers, Gary Stearman and Mondo Gonzales tackled the complex subject of Christian Zionism, particularly in light of modern geopolitical events involving Israel.
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Christian Zionism, as they note is the biblical belief that the return of the Jewish people to the Holy Land and the establishment of a modern Israel aligns with biblical prophecy. “The Jewish people are God’s chosen people forever,” Gonzales said, noting that being for Israel, “Doesn’t mean accepting everything that they do. It means God has a plan for them and future for them.”
The two also addressed extremes on both sides of the church’s stance on Israel. On one hand, some replacement theologians and anti-Israel advocates deny any miraculous or prophetic significance in Israel’s modern state. On the other hand, overly zealous Christian Zionists may refuse to acknowledge Israel’s moral failings. “Now, does it allow them to go and murder women and children, everything else to keep the land? I don’t think God would be pleased by that,” Gonzales says.
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A balanced biblical approach, Gonzales and Stearman argue, acknowledges that Israel today exists in the land because of God’s covenantal promises, not human merit. Gonzales explained, “Even if Israel is rebellious, God’s plan is still moving forward. Romans 11 makes it clear that all Israel will ultimately be saved.” Biblical history—from Judges to the first century—shows that God’s chosen people can be flawed yet remain designated for His purposes.
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Ultimately, Christian Zionism is not a call for uncritical allegiance but a theological recognition of God’s ongoing plan for Israel. From Genesis, the Psalms and all throughout Scripture, God makes it clear that He has a path for His people.
Abby Trivett is content development editor for Charisma Media.
