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What does the Bible say about Israel and God's promises?

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The Bible distinguishes between two Israels: the natural Israel and the spiritual Israel, the latter being the true children of God through faith in Christ.

The Apostle Paul, in Romans 9, clarifies that not all who are physically descended from Israel are God's children. He states, 'They are not all Israel which are of Israel' (Romans 9:6), indicating that God's promises are directed not at the earthly nation of Israel but at the spiritual Israel, or His elect who have faith in Christ. Furthermore, he explains that the promise was always through a specific lineage, namely through Isaac and ultimately Christ, emphasizing that the true children of God are those who align themselves with God's covenant and grace.
Scripture References: Romans 9:6-8

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