Jesus is called Israel because He perfectly embodies the name that signifies power with God and serves as the true representative of God's people.
The name 'Israel' originates from God naming Jacob after he wrestled with Him, symbolizing the power and the relationship between God and His chosen people. Jesus is the fulfillment of that name as He possesses all power with God and represents the elect. By carrying the name Israel, Jesus effectively connects Himself with those He came to save, fulfilling the covenantal promises made by God. This link underscores the profound relationship between Christ and the church, drawn from passages in the Old Testament and their New Testament realizations in Christ's life and work.
Scripture References:
Genesis 32:28, Matthew 1:21, Jeremiah 23:6
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